Hometown pride: Finding what's special about the 'Nix

Todd Grossman

Heritage Square is home to beautiful architecture, fun shops, and fine dining.

Todd Grossman

Hiking Camelback Mountain is free — and healthful, too.

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Bikini Lounge
Built in 1947, this is one of the oldest bars in town, and one of the last remaining old-school tiki bars in the country, as well. Call it a "dive bar" if you must, but the Bikini is truly one of a kind. 1502 Grand Ave., 602-252-0472.

The Farm at South Mountain
Nowadays, most of our food is shipped in from elsewhere, and local farming is a distant memory. But The Farm's 100-year-old pecan trees remind us that Phoenix does have an agricultural past. Three delicious restaurants, an art gallery, and a holistic spa make for a relaxing retreat. 6106 S. 32nd St., 602-276-6360.