Overview
Anthem is a large unincorporated community, built by Del Webb homes, in Greater Phoenix, Arizona. It is usually known as Anthem, Arizona.
1 sights · 1 things to do · 1 places to stay
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Best things about Anthem
Anthem Veterans Memorial
Monument honoring members of the US Armed Forces, with five pillars representing the five branches of the US military. The community hosts ceremonies each year on Memorial Day (late May) and Veterans Day (November 11th).…
Anthem Community Park
This large park includes a number of family-friendly activities and amenities, including playgrounds, fishing holes, a splash pad, a skate park, basketball and volleyball courts, softball fields, and a walking trail.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Nov–Apr. Summer highs reach about 106°F; winter lows dip to about 45°F. Very hot (May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Jan and Feb. (climate data from nearby Phoenix)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Phoenix — 31 mi away (major hub). Directions
- AZA Mesa Gateway Airport, Mesa — 48 mi away. Directions
Interstate 17 (I-17), one of the Phoenix area's main thoroughfares, runs through Anthem. Anthem is about 30 minutes north of downtown Phoenix. If coming from the north, Anthem is about 1 hour south of Prescott. Anthem is accessed from I-17 via W Anthem Way (exit 229) and N Daisy Mountain Dr (exit 227).
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Anthem Veterans Memorial
- Afternoon Anthem Community Park
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
As a suburban development, Anthem's restaurant options primarily consist of local and national chains.
What to ask about, for your diet
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Map
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Get in
Interstate 17 (I-17), one of the Phoenix area's main thoroughfares, runs through Anthem. Anthem is about 30 minutes north of downtown Phoenix. If coming from the north, Anthem is about 1 hour south of Prescott. Anthem is accessed from I-17 via W Anthem Way (exit 229) and N Daisy Mountain Dr (exit 227).
Public transit options with Valley Metro into Anthem are limited. The nearest bus stops are next to Shops at Norterro (mall on W Happy Valley Rd & N 23rd Ave) in Happy Valley, it is about a 10-15 minute drive away, as it is the northern terminus of bus routes #19 (N 19th Ave) and 35 (N 35th Ave); and the Happy Valley Park & Ride at N 29th Ave & W Happy Valley Rd is served by the I-17 Express and the #35 bus. Local commuters would typically drive down I-17 to the Happy Valley Park & Ride (exit 216) to catch the bus.
By plane
Go Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (DVT)
Phoenix Deer Valley Airport is the nearest airport for general aviation. It is the busiest general aviation airport in the U.S. The FBO Cutter Aviation provides aviation fuel and a variety of guest services.
The nearest major airport for commercial flights is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), about 30-35 minutes from Anthem via I-17 & I-10 (exit 149 of I-10).
Get around
You'll probably opt to get around by driving, but most streets have sidewalks and bike lanes.
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Eat
As a suburban development, Anthem's restaurant options primarily consist of local and national chains.
Sleep
The only option within Anthem proper is the Hampton Inn located next to the outlet mall. For additional choices, try surrounding communities like Happy Valley and Deer Valley.
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