Phoenix Art Museum is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Phoenix.

1. Phoenix Art Museum

9.3
1625 N Central Ave (at E McDowell Rd.), Phoenix, AZ
Art Museum · 107 tips and reviews

Timothy L.Timothy Lacy: Support your local arts and join this museum! Costs little and is well worth it.

WhitneyWhitney: Wonderful collection of art. My favorite is on the third floor, make sure to take your time in the center of the room or you might miss the entrance to this amazing installation.

Rainet L.Rainet Lewis: I have been here before to do class assignents. It's beautiful, spacious, & the art is very impressive! It has American, European, & Asian artwork. The musuem has scultures & swords too!

First Friday is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Phoenix.

2. First Friday

8.2
Downtown Phoenix (Roosevelt & 3rd st), Phoenix, AZ
Art Gallery · Downtown Phoenix · 31 tips and reviews

Arizona State UniversityArizona State University: Enjoy local art, music and delicious eateries during a First Friday art walk.

Brian P.Brian Peraza: Lost leaf is great. Food trucks great. Art is great. Come down and have fun

Marlee B.Marlee Bever: First Friday is a lot of fun! Check out the local artists and vendors; you may find a cool painting to hang on your wall! Also come with an appetite, there are food trucks there.

Heard Museum is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Phoenix.

3. Heard Museum

8.8
2301 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ
Museum · 55 tips and reviews

Cassie A.Cassie Anderson: Heard is actually a great place to attend lectures or special events. An intimate venue in the round. A fantastic bonus to all the art and exhibitions for which the museum is known.

Joyce T.Joyce Tokar: Wonderful collection of native American art. Good restaurant for a light lunch after touring the museum.

Ryan E.Ryan Eagle: Amazing collection of American Indian artifacts, art and history presented in a respectful manner. The Heard is a must stop for anyone visiting Phoenix.

Herberger Theater Center is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Phoenix.

4. Herberger Theater Center

8.9
222 E Monroe St (btwn 2nd St. & 3rd St.), Phoenix, AZ
Theater · Copper Square · 25 tips and reviews

ASU's Downtown Phoenix CampusASU's Downtown Phoenix Campus: The 2nd annual Festival of the Arts is this Saturday, Oct. 1, from 1 to 5 p.m. $5 at the door. http://tinyurl.com/3rjstzb

Shawna R.Shawna Russell: Awesome Art !

CatCat: Here at the Governors Arts Awards

monorchid is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Phoenix.

5. monorchid

8.3
214 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ
Art Gallery · Downtown Phoenix · 7 tips and reviews

Jill H.Jill HowardAllen: Check out the 3rd Friday and see the incredible 26 Blocks display made about Phoenix by Phoenix artists and writers!

RapBroker.comRapBroker.com: Can't think of a better place than this one to meet and collaborate with other artists and creative minds alike.

Michelle P.Michelle Ponto: Great little gallery currently showing some talented local artists. Love the community vibe.

Scottsdale Art Walk is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Phoenix.

6. Scottsdale Art Walk

7.8
Main Street, Phoenix, AZ
Art Gallery · 8 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Each week, Scottsdale Gallery Association members host special exhibits - many with artist receptions - and join together for an informal come-and-go “open house” throughout the district.

Debra S.Debra Savittieri: Cheeeziest Art exhibit/Art Walk,especially in the summer months. But, I go to Art Basel yearly.Scottsdale's Galleries don't put a lot of effort into making the art walk interesting enough.

Drew P.Drew Pociask: If you're into art and want something to do on your Thursday night I suggest checking this out! Live music, great art and classy restaurants within walking distance.

FilmBar is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Phoenix.

7. FilmBar

9.0
815 N 2nd St (btwn Garfield St & McKinley St), Phoenix, AZ
Indie Movie Theater · Downtown Phoenix · 40 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: Not just a movie theater, but also an art house and a bar that features local artists on its walls, the unique watering hole hosts rare old films, cult classics, & current indie & foreign films. Read more.

Lindsay W.Lindsay Walker: FilmBar is both an arts theater and bar, showing many local/amateur/independent films, which is huge for the local arts scene. The beer list is fantastic too - great for hardcore movie fans.

Jeffrey L.Jeffrey Lansing: Great little art house theater to see some indie little films.

Roosevelt Row District is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Phoenix.

8. Roosevelt Row District

8.1
(Roosevelt St & 3rd St), Phoenix, AZ
Art Gallery · 11 tips and reviews

ASU's Downtown Phoenix CampusASU's Downtown Phoenix Campus: Don't miss the first First Friday art walk of the year, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

ASU's Downtown Phoenix CampusASU's Downtown Phoenix Campus: Go RoRo! Every First Friday, you can explore edgy art around the downtown Phoenix neighborhoods.

HaleighHaleigh: Got to love RoRo! Especially on First Fridays. Art lovers paradise and will make you believe in Phoenix.

First Studio is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Phoenix.

9. First Studio

9.3
631 N 1st Ave, Phoenix, AZ
Art Gallery · Downtown Phoenix · 3 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: 2012 Best of Phoenix Winner: Best Wallace and Ladmo Mural, Best First Friday Hangout! Easy to spot, hosts killer shows, and always has a place or two to sit! Read more.

Deniz S.Deniz Sezer: Very inspiring studio, collective working area with lots of art.. you could even visit during working hours - weekdays :-)

♚©Ⅱ®∆§ ©.♚©Ⅱ®∆§ ©✪∣∃∑∀∏♚™(#TJ): Nice relaxing food is superb...

Crescent Ballroom is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Phoenix.

10. Crescent Ballroom

9.1
308 N 2nd Ave (at W Van Buren St), Phoenix, AZ
Rock Club · Copper Square · 110 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: 2012 Best of Phoenix Winner: Best New Music Venue! Expect a "who's who" of indie tastemakers, folk troubadours and art rock icons live over a crystal-clear sound system. Read more.

Veanney H.Veanney Hurtado: Amazing venue for live music. This place is so intimate it will feel as if it is just you and the artist in the room. Perfect hangout for you and your friends.

__: Yummy burrito bowls and tacos to go with the drinks. The outdoor patio is a great place to chill. Different artist also come and play at this venue.

Barrio Café is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Phoenix.

11. Barrio Café

8.8
2814 N 16th St (at Thomas Rd), Phoenix, AZ
Mexican Restaurant · 103 tips and reviews

Padraic M.Padraic Meehan: The Torta de Pollo y Jaiba is excellent. Great art for sale on the walls as well

Men's Health MagMen's Health Mag: There's plenty of great Mexican food in the Phoenix-Scottsdale area, but this one wins thanks to its pork pibil and mole as well as its murals designed by local painters and graffiti artists.

Desiree G.Desiree Gaston: Besides amazing Mexican food, the ambiance of this place really speaks to you. From the Instagram worthy murals on the exterior to the amazing guacamole with pomegranate seeds, such a fun place!

Orpheum Theater is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Phoenix.

12. Orpheum Theater

9.1
203 W Adams St (at 2nd Ave), Phoenix, AZ
Theater · Copper Square · 36 tips and reviews

Waldorf Astoria H.Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts: Designed by local architects Lescher & Mahoney, the Spanish Revival and Baroque architecture features intricate murals and molding to replicate an alfresco setting.

Jeffrey L.Jeffrey Lansing: Beautiful, great old theater to see performing arts....from music to comedy, plays to recitals....it's a Phoenix gem.

🌵Andrew K.🌵Andrew Kolikoff🌵: By far the most beautiful theater in Phoenix,... and, the most historic. Breathtaking inside and out. Some of the best in entertainment is experienced here! Just come!

Practical Art is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Phoenix.

13. Practical Art

8.0
5070 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ
Arts and Crafts Store · 11 tips and reviews

Brad P.Brad P: This place rocks! Shop here and get beautiful art work from local artists.

Diane D.Diane D'Angelo: Best place to buy cool gifts at great price points. All local artists. Warm, friendly staff.

Meg H.Meg Herbert: If you're looking for the perfect + useable gift, visit the awesome women at PA! They offer you a cold beverage while you shop too :) also! Charity Pie Night + First Friday art exhibits!

MADE art boutique is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Phoenix.

14. MADE art boutique

8.4
922 N 5th St (at Roosevelt St), Phoenix, AZ
Art Gallery · Downtown Phoenix · 7 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: Best of Phoenix Winner 2011: Best Shopping on Roosevelt Row. MADE sells the work of our very best local artists and crafters with wicked refrigerator magnets. Read more.

Sean R.Sean Roeker: Best selection of eclectic and underground books and a nice selection of artist made items from local artists.

🌵Andrew K.🌵Andrew Kolikoff🌵: Another surprising 5th Street (Roosevelt Row) gem. Grungy home turned warm, beautiful, hip boutique. Make sure you at least stop by on First Friday... Always something to see and experience.

Frances is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Phoenix.

15. Frances

8.7
10 W Camelback Rd (at N Central Ave), Phoenix, AZ
Boutique · 13 tips and reviews

FluffyCoFluffyCo: Frances has great Little Fluffy onsies and metal sign art from FluffyCo. Great for gussying up the baby... or the house. Read more.

Raquel M.Raquel Manriquez: Hands down one the the best boutiques in Phoenix! Such great selection of local jeweler artists & vendors! Plus the girls here are so friendly and kind. A must-visit store!

Cortney K.Cortney Kaminski: Their description is absolutely perfect! I love walking in just to browse and leaving happily with a great trinket or dress! They offer awesome jewelry and really unique items!