Arizona State University Campus Tour
Architecture, history & things to do near Arizona State University (ASU)
Why Walk Arizona State University Campus
ASU's Tempe campus, the largest of its four metro Phoenix locations, spreads across 661 acres with 'A' Mountain (Tempe Butte) as its visual landmark — the hillside painted with a giant 'A' since 1938. Palm Walk, a half-mile palm tree-lined promenade, is the campus's central artery connecting the Memorial Union to the Fulton Schools of Engineering. Old Main, completed in 1898, is the oldest building and now houses the alumni association. The Gammage Memorial Auditorium, the last major public commission designed by Frank Lloyd Wright (completed posthumously in 1964), is an architecturally significant performing arts venue. The Biodesign Institute buildings house cutting-edge research. Sun Devil Stadium sits in the saddle of the butte. The Nelson Fine Arts Center, designed by Antoine Predock, uses desert colors and forms.
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This Arizona State University campus tour is built for travelers searching for a audio guide, a free walking route, or the Roamee app for Arizona State University. Start with Gammage Memorial Auditorium and Palm Walk, then branch into local context, photo spots, and neighborhood stories as you walk.
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Must-See Spots at Arizona State University
- •Gammage Memorial Auditorium — Frank Lloyd Wright's last major public building (1964), a circular auditorium with sweeping desert-inspired lines
- •Palm Walk — the iconic half-mile promenade lined with towering palm trees, the central spine of the Tempe campus
- •'A' Mountain (Tempe Butte) — the volcanic butte on the north edge of campus with a giant painted 'A' and panoramic views of the Valley
- •Nelson Fine Arts Center — Antoine Predock's 1989 desert-inspired building with angular forms and a purple-gray color scheme housing the ASU Art Museum
Hidden Gems at Arizona State University
- •Old Main — ASU's 1898 Territorial-style original building, now beautifully restored and housing the alumni association and a heritage exhibit
- •Secret Garden — a small hidden courtyard garden between the Language and Literature Building and the Irish Cultural Center, a cool retreat from the desert sun
Walking Tip
The campus is flat and spread out — Palm Walk is the main orientation axis. Climb 'A' Mountain for the view (a short but steep hike). Gammage Auditorium is on the southeast edge near Apache Boulevard. Tempe's Mill Avenue is adjacent for dining.
Best Time to Visit
October through April for pleasant desert weather. Avoid May through September when temperatures exceed 100°F regularly. Sunset from 'A' Mountain is memorable. Football Saturdays in fall are festive.
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