Matt

Tour Guide / Arizona Consultant

Phoenix, AZ, USA
From $35.00/Hour
About me
I'm a fun, athletic, retired 66 YO that is happy to offer my knowledge of the area and show you around many locations that may be of interest. As a former Corporate IT Executive I've worked for many software firms including Oracle, SAP, IBM and a number of other boutique shops. I'm very knowledgable in the world of sports, having played pro basketball overseas after being drafted by the Denver Nuggets following my college career at University of Denver. I'm also abreast of the social and political issues of the day and active in my community and church.

Additionally, if you're looking for accomodations, I do AirBnB out my home with private rooms, private bath, full access to the home, on the golf course, etc....which is in a Development called Red Mountain Ranch, in Mesa, AZ. You can google it to see the upscale area that it resides in. You can also see the property on VRBO Property # 109325. My rates are typically far better than hotel or other options. Feel free to reach out directly to discuss......602-690-6340
My Offer
I'm happy to offer my knowledge of the area and show you around many locations that may be of interest. From Museums to Lakes, Canyons to Cantinas, Shopping to Pickleball, Guns to Golf, I know where to go, what to do, who to see and how to get there.

Additionally, if you're looking for accomodations, I do AirBnB out my home with private rooms, private bath, full access to the home, etc....which is on the golf course in a private Development called Red Mountain Ranch, in Mesa, AZ. You can google it to see the upscale area that it resides in. I reside there with my cat from October--May. I then go back to Colorado which is my home state. My rates are typically far better than any hotel or other options. Feel free to call or text.......602-690-6340
Here are a few attractions you may be interested in throughout the Phoenix / Scottsdale Metro area:

Frank Lloyd Wright Museum and Campus.....
Botanical Gardens—well worth it, great array of Desert flora.
Copper Square—Downtown.....
Arizona Science Center—Downtown.....
Chase Field--Diamondbacks games
Footprint Center Arena—Downtown.....Phoenix Suns basketball games.
Tortilla Flats/Canyon Lake—Great drive through the mountains, canyons, have lunch. Fun.
China Town...not great, but not bad.
Tucson—Bisbee, Tombstone, many other attractions in that area.
Phoenix Open—the most popular PGA event on tour
Talking Stick Resort and Casino-if you’re in to that type of thing. TopGolf in the same area.
Phoenix Zoo—very nice. Well kept up. Always a treat.
Barrett Jackson—largest car show and auction in the country. Mid-January every year in Scottsdale.
Cave Creek—Fun ½ day trip. Cool shops, restaurants, nice drive up there. Western themed.
Old Town—Scottsdale...shops, restaurants abound
College Sports—Arizona State University, ASU just 15 minutes away.
Saguaro Lake and Marina—great drive, close, fun place for lunch or breakfast.
Salt River Tubing—Great summer activity. Float down the Salt River with your cooler.
South Mountain—largest public park in the world. Nice drive to the top, visitor center, light hiking..
SanTan Flats—fun restaurant/bar/outdoor party/meet/greet place.
Usery Mountain Recreation Area—hiking, horseback, picnic, Shooting range.....very nice.
Shooting Range—Rio Salado Range a world class firearms shooting range—
Mesa Museum of History and Science—You’ll be surprised how cool this is.
World Wildlife Zoo—about 40 miles west, but well worth the drive.
Heard Museum—World class. Largest display of Southwestern artifacts in the country.
Wrigley Mansion--Yeah, the gum guy. Go for dinner, happy hour or just to check it out.
Camelback Mountain—go for a hike but if you get to the top, you’ve accomplished something!!!
OdySea Aquarium--Scottsdale - America's Newest Aquarium. Very nice shark exhibit
Cactus League—See your favorite Major League Baseball team play in totally meaningless pre-season games.
Sedona / Jerome—take a day trip, see great geography, history, 2 really fun spots.
Guns—there are multiple shooting ranges around the Valley as well as outdoor spots on BLM land.
Suns, Diamondbacks, Cardinals, Coyotes--Pro Sports abound here in the Valley, anytime of year.
Fountain Hills—once the tallest water fountain in the country, 350’… walk around the park, have lunch.
Specialties
Tour Type
Adventure
Art & Museums
Food & Drink
History & Culture
Nature & Wildlife
Nightlife
Shopping
Sightseeing
Sports
I speak
Local Language
English
Getting Around
I'm driving
By foot
Car/Truck
Rideshare
Online Options
Facetime
Skype
WhatsApp
Zoom
Payment Policy
Pay at Meeting
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$35.00 Per Hour
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Excellent Experience by Tony

My time exploring with Matt has been beyond amazing! We've hiked diverse trails, and took some great photos. He has a wonderful personality and he's was fun to have as a guide. Looking forward to more adventures!

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