Reach 11 Sports Complex in Phoenix is one of the largest soccer complexes in the western U.S. and is a top location for Arizona youth soccer. It has 18 soccer fields and regularly hosts soccer, field hockey, and rugby tournaments.

If you are coming to Phoenix to play at Reach 11 Sports Complex, then you won’t have to worry about finding other things to do or places to eat for your team. With the almost year-round beautiful weather and tons of activities, your team will have plenty to do when you are not playing as well as some good restaurant choices. Here’s our list of both to consider adding to your itinerary for your trip to the Reach 11 Sports Complex.

Things to Do

Musical Instrument Museum

The Musical Instrument Museum, just four miles from the Reach 11 Sports Complex is one of the most popular attractions in the area. The museum displays more than 6,500 instruments from around the world. Some galleries have state of the art audio and video technology that allow museum-goers to hear recordings of the musical instruments so they can get a better understanding of what they sound like and how people play them.

The coolest part about the museum is that it allows guests to jam out and play the instruments! Instruments played by iconic musicians like Taylor Swift, John Lennon, and Elvis Presley are also on display. 4725 E Mayo Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85050

Wet ‘n’ Wild

Only nine miles west of the Reach 11 Sports Complex is Wet ‘n’ Wild. Wet ‘n’ Wild is situated on over 35 acres, making it the largest theme park in Arizona.

It has over 30 water slides and major attractions. Maximum Velocity lets your kids race in tandem tubes through 800 feet of drops and curves. Wet ‘n’ Wild Jr. is a smaller water park designed for the little ones. The tots can play with water toys, splash through spray zones, and slide through attractions like the Tiny Typhoon. During summer the water park can easily reach capacity, so make sure you get there early in the day to beat the rush. 4243 W Pinnacle Peak Rd, Glendale, AZ 85310

McDowell Sonoran Preserve

Arizona’s desert landscapes are world renowned. Spectacular desert sights are only a short drive away while you’re in Scottsdale. McDowell Sonoran Preserve allows you to witness Arizona’s desert up close, but without having to hike for miles and miles in the hot, arid environment.

McDowell has a lot of hiking trails to choose from. Many of them are on the easier side, making them very manageable for your team. Enjoy amazing scenes of cacti and other desert flora growing along the path and expanding out into the desert. If you’re lucky, you might catch a glimpse of some wildlife like lizards or jackrabbits.

Bask in the glory of the desert’s beauty. Snap a few dozen pictures while you walk. Every few steps you will encounter a new photo opportunity. Before embarking on your desert journey, stop at the visitor’s center for pamphlets on the preserve. There’s a lot of valuable information that can help you. Above all, remember to pack a lot of water. It is the desert after all. 18333 N Thompson Peak Pkwy, Scottsdale, AZ 85255

Glow Putt Mini Golf

Arizona is notoriously hot.  Scorching some might say. There will be times when the heat might feel unbearable and you will need a respite from it. Play a round or two of indoor mini golf at Glow Putt Mini Golf while you cool off.

As you can probably ascertain from the name, Glow Putt is a glow in the dark course. Covered in UV lights of all colors, Glow Golf’s jungle themed course is designed to test even the most experienced mini golfers. This isn’t your average course. Plan your shots carefully and watch out for the various obstacles you will inevitably encounter. Not only does the course emit vivid glowing colors, the balls do as well! When on special charge sections, your golf balls will light up just like the rest of the course. 9160 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260

OdySea in the Desert

In Scottsdale, 16 miles southeast from the Reach 11 Sports Complex OdySea in the Desert resides. This unique attraction includes three live animal attractions, as well as some shopping and dining options.

At Butterfly Wonderland, you can experience the Butterfly Emergence Gallery, where metamorphosis occurs in real time, and the Conservatory, a magnificent, lush rainforest pavilion where thousands of butterflies flutter around freely. Other interactive displays include the Honeybee Extravaganza, Spineless Giants, a stingray and shark observation pool with daily feedings in the Tropical Waters of the World exhibit, the Butterfly Treasures gift shop, and the café.

At OdySea Mirror Maze, the excitement comes in getting a little lost. Figure out how to navigate your way out of the jungle, but be weary of false passages and dead ends. Finding your way out isn’t the only task you have to worry about. You also need to locate the elusive butterfly, hidden somewhere deep in the maze.

At OdySea Aquarium, you will encounter every kind sea life imaginable. Stop by the Aqua Lobby, Rivers of the World, the Otter Banks, the Touch Pools, Penguin Point, and the Sharks of the Deep. There are many more exhibits to see after that. 9500 East Vía de Ventura, Scottsdale, AZ 85256

Places to Eat

Islands Restaurant

Just three miles to the east of the Reach 11 Sports Complex is Islands Restaurant, a Hawaii-inspired burger restaurant with all sorts of tasty meals. The owner, Tony DeGrazier was inspired to open up a burger joint that grills up some of the juiciest, delicious burgers around. Islands Restaurant is a great place to go when all you want is a little comfort food like a nice beefy burger and a basket of fries. 21001 N. Tatum Boulevard, Phoenix, AZ 85050

Mellow Mushroom

Also about three miles east of the Reach 11 Sports Complex is the Mellow Mushroom, a funky, art-filled pizzeria featuring the best calzones and stone-baked pizzas of startling creativity.

The Mellow Mushroom is more than just a restaurant; it’s a state of mind born out of the “free-wheelin’ hippy culture of the 1970s.” Originating the Classic Southern Pizza, they’ve always strove to make the most “craveable slice of pizza on the planet.” 5350 E High St, Phoenix, AZ 85054

Romano’s Macaroni Grill

Also just east of the complex is Romano’s Macaroni Grill, an enjoyable family Italian restaurant. If you’re looking for great signature Italian classics, quit searching because you’ve found it at this restaurant. Romano’s Macaroni Grill is a guaranteed hit, one that your team will be happy to eat at. 21001 N Tatum Blvd Ste 4, Phoenix, AZ 85050

The Rustic Café

The Rustic Café, just a three minute drive south of the Reach 11 Sports Complex. This eatery offers breakfast and lunch in a comfortable atmosphere. All of the menu offering are freshly made from scratch. Enjoy a nice variety of waffles, pancakes, and egg dishes for breakfast and wraps, clubs, salads and much more for lunch. 20811 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85024

Your team will no doubt have a great time competing at the Reach 11 Sports Complex. Be sure to savor the Phoenix flair for food and southwestern activities, and get some great pictures to take home with you.