Ultimate Phoenix Historic Walking Tour
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Phoenix, USA
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
What's Included
- In person local guide
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Valley Youth Theatre525 N 1st St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
Valley Youth Theater is located on the corner of Fillmore and 1st Street. We will meet behind the building where you will see a large mural.
End point
- St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica231 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
Itinerary
1
St. Mary's Basilica
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Orpheum Theater
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Her Secret Is Patience
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 54 reviews
Angela_H, Mar 2026
Great walking tour with unique information about Phoenix. Interesting stops and knowledgeable tour guide.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thanks so much for taking time for a review--I know your time in Phoenix was so busy--so glad you came!
Thresa_B, Mar 2026
Great historical tour, Lori Ann was informative, fun and patient with our large group, some who liked to wander off a bit.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your review. You guys were a great group of 10! There are always varied interests as far as picture taking, etc. which can be a challenge for maintaining a good pace for everyone. That is why I keep my groups small compared to many other tour companies. I am so glad you had a good time!
J_F, Mar 2026
Absolutely fantastic! The tour with Laura Ann was amazing. She was attentive, knowledgeable and engaging. She provided substantial history and cultural facts, making this experience memorable.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much! I am so glad you enjoyed the tour! Thanks for sharing the details of what you liked--this is so helpful to me and others!
Jose_A, Feb 2026
A good educational and cool experience! Definitely recommend. If you like to know about the city you're visiting rather than just going to the city, then this is for you.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your review! It was such a pleasure to have you on the tour and chat with you along the way!
JETHO_C, Feb 2026
Great way to get to know about Phoenix, the area and the state, from a long time resident of the city.
Throughly enjoyed the tour and Lori Ann and her extensive knowledge and history of the area.
Would highly recommend!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
I love hearing from locals and am so glad you came and had a good time! Hope to see you again! Thanks so much for taking time for the review. That means a lot to me!
Susan_B, Feb 2026
The guide was friendly and enthusiastic. We ran out of time and missed the basilica and I would have rather seen that then some of the lesser
Three of the stories shared during the tour: a woman who died by suicide by jumping off a hotel roof, a woman who was raped (Miranda rights story) and a brothel “madam”.
Sandra Day O’Connor was briefly mentioned but the tour didn’t include anything commemorating her. While the storied about the victims/survivors may be part of the history of Phoenix, I think it would be wise to balance it with some other perspectives of women, besides defining them by their death, assault, or facet of their sexuality.
A lot of the tour centered on the historical buildings and more information about the architecture would have been enjoyable.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you Susan for your thoughtful insights. What I include in a tour is of constant concern for me so this is helpful. While I try to strike a balance of the "Grit, Glamour and Glory" of Phoenix, it appears that unfortunately I was a bit off for you.
I will take your comments to heart.
I would like to address something that might be helpful to you and to readers. If you are ever in a tour you are not enjoying--most guides (I am including myself) actually love questions. That let's them know that you want to know more detail--or maybe you want to change direction.
I started this tour company after seeing so many groups wander through Europe with head sets on and no engagement with the tour guided. I wanted my guests to have a better experience so I called my company, Arizona iNG Tours with the idea that this is an interactive tour. I keep my tours small so that people can ask questions and I can changes things up according the interests of the group.
I also want to address the perspective of the way women were depicted. If that was the interpretation that was not intended. There are incredible women that I also mention in the tour--that if that was not emphasized appropriately I will do it here. All of these women are mentioned in our tour by the way.
1) Miranda's victim-Patricia Weir: She bravely came forward at tremendous risk to herself. She changed the world forever. She should be honored.
2) Mae Heard: She has made a tremendous impact in the preservation of Indigenous art and culture. She should be honored.
3) Unnamed young mother: (more detail in the tour) she had a tremendous impact in the make food available children and families around the world.
4) Sandra Day O'Connor: Trailblazer in law. Continued moving forward despite years of discrimination. She should be honored.
Thanks again for your insights. I hope this helps!
Julie_E, Jan 2026
Interesting. Learned about building styles.
Liked seeing the art murals and learning about them. Jail was cool.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Hello and thank you so much for your review! Rarely do I get a less than 5-star review so this give me pause and insight into some recent changes in the route. I thought guests might enjoy some of the things I was leaving out. Because of your tepid experience I am switching back to the former route which was a consistent 5 star experience for my guests. Thanks again for your insight!
Cindy_K, Jan 2026
Lovely walk. Lori Ann was wonderful. Fun to hear of historical beginnings of Phoenix-architecture/ people who helped shape the city. Loved the court house tour.
April_A, Jan 2026
Our guide was so friendly! I loved how she made time for questions. I went by myself and felt very much included.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you so much for coming and for your review! I am so glad you felt comfortable and that we all got to be a part of your travel experience her in town! Hope to see you again!
Judith_K, Jan 2026
The tour guide was very informative, answered questions, and told fun hiatorical stories. It was relaxed and we enjoyed it. We learned a lot about Phoenix.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
So glad you had a good time! It was great having you on the tour. Thank you so much for your thoughtful review!
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