Old Town Scottsdale: Culture, Cuisine, and Walkability at Your Doorstep

Old Town Scottsdale, a compact, pedestrian-friendly district of approximately one square mile that punches far above its weight in amenities.

Within this vibrant core, residents enjoy well over 100 restaurants, cafés, galleries, and boutiques, making Old Town one of the Southwest’s most concentrated lifestyle destinations. From acclaimed dining and wine bars to contemporary art galleries, the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, weekly farmers markets, and seasonal festivals, Old Town delivers a true live-work-play environment—without the sprawl.

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The Arizona Canal: A Lifestyle Connector for Walkers, Joggers, and Cyclists

Running diagnally through the intersection of Scottsdale and Camelback Roads, the Arizona Canal Path offers miles of scenic, multi-use trail that has become a daily ritual for Scottsdale residents. The canal corridor is widely used for walking, jogging, cycling, and casual cruising, linking Scottsdale to Arcadia, Phoenix, and beyond. Flat, accessible, and shaded in many sections, the canal path functions as both a recreational amenity and a practical transportation alternative—connecting neighborhoods to restaurants, coffee shops, and retail without the need for a car.

Arcadia and Exeter Boulevard: Scottsdale’s Leafy Crown Jewel

One block south of Camelback Road begins the Arcadia neighborhood, long regarded as one of the most desirable residential enclaves in the Valley. At its heart lies Exeter Boulevard, a legendary, tree-lined street known for its wide setbacks, lush landscaping, and steady flow of walkers, runners, cyclists, and families with strollers.  Arcadia blends historic charm with modern luxury, offering a distinctly residential feel that contrasts beautifully with the energy of Old Town—yet remains seamlessly connected.

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