Downtown Tempe Is in Season
Cooler days are upon us, and the best of Downtown Tempe is ripe for the picking. Dig into fall flavors, settle into patio season, catch a game day, and explore a full lineup of events and things to do all season long.
Cooler days are upon us, and the best of Downtown Tempe is ripe for the picking. Dig into fall flavors, settle into patio season, catch a game day, and explore a full lineup of events and things to do all season long.
Start with dinner, stay for a drink, see where the night takes you.
Downtown Tempe offers several nearby parking garages and surface lots within walking distance of shops, restaurants, bars, and experiences throughout the district.
Here are some free parking options at select garages:
For real-time parking availability, rates, and directions as you arrive, use Tempe TRiP on your phone or desktop.
The most hassle-free way to get to Downtown Tempe is to ride the Valley Metro Light Rail. The Light Rail provides free parking at 13 Park-and-Ride locations, so you can ride the train directly into the Downtown district.
Exit at one of these stations to be dropped off just steps from Downtown Tempe:
Park & Ride Locations:
Hop on board the Tempe Streetcar and travel to destinations at 14 stops along the 3 mile route. Streetcar operates seven days a week and arrives at stops every 15-20 minutes.
Streetcar Routes, Hours & Fares
Multiple Valley Metro Bus routes continue to serve Downtown Tempe throughout the summer, with service centered around the Tempe Transportation Center near 5th Street and Forest Avenue.
Free neighborhood circulators also provide easy access around Tempe and the ASU area:
Some routes or stop locations may be temporarily adjusted during construction activity, so riders are encouraged to check schedules and service alerts before traveling.