Mayo Clinic in Arizona

Mayo Clinic in Arizona consists of two main campuses in Scottsdale and Phoenix. Every year, more than 163,000 patients receive world-class, expertly delivered care in a serene environment enhanced by peaceful walking paths and meditation gardens. More than 9,000 people work at Mayo Clinic in Arizona.

Your first appointment will include an orientation at either the Phoenix or Scottsdale campus, depending on the location of your first clinical appointment. Upon arrival, you will be introduced to an international coordinator who can support you throughout your visit, including:

Orienting you to campus.
Connecting you to local services.
Making additional appointments.
Helping you prepare to go home.

Directions to Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, Arizona

About Phoenix and Scottsdale

Phoenix and Scottsdale are located in the beautiful Sonoran Desert — a strikingly beautiful, rugged landscape in the Southwest. With a population of more than 1.6 million, Phoenix is the fifth largest city in the U.S. Scottsdale is a suburb on its eastern border.

Weather

Phoenix and Scottsdale are in a desert valley, so summers are very hot, often topping 104 degrees Fahrenheit (40 degrees Celsius). Winters are mild and mostly sunny. Freezing temperatures are rare, and snow is uncommon.

Lodging

The Phoenix area welcomes more than 40 million visitors every year, so you will be able to find lodging to meet your family's and your needs, whether you're looking for five-star accommodations, short-term rentals or hospitality houses.

The Phoenix and Scottsdale campuses also have on-site hotels:

Phoenix. Residence Inn by Marriott Phoenix Desert View at Mayo Clinic. For reservations, call +1 480-563-1500 or 866-754-592 (toll-free) or visit the Residence Inn website to reserve online.
Scottsdale. Sonesta Select Scottsdale at Mayo Clinic campus. For reservations, call +1 480-860-4000 or visit the Sonesta Select website to reserve online.

Religious and spiritual services

Phoenix and Scottsdale are home to several temples, churches and mosques that serve a wide array of religious faiths, including Jewish, Muslim, Christian, Hindu, Sikhism and more. On campus, our spiritual care providers are trained to support people of all faith traditions and no faith. We also connect patients to faith leaders in the community, such as a priest, imam or rabbi, if requested.

Dining

Restaurants in Phoenix and Scottsdale feature cuisines from all over the world, including American, Indian, Mediterranean, Italian, Korean, Thai, Southwestern, Sonoran and more. There are also dining options on campus, popular chain restaurants, family-owned businesses and value-priced options.

Things to do outside of your appointments

Phoenix and Scottsdale offer several entertainment options for you and your family between appointments, including live music, museums, professional sports teams, movie theaters, coffeehouses, breweries, shopping and more.

Mayo Clinic is about a 90-minute drive into the mountains and about 3.5 hours from the Grand Canyon.

The communities of Phoenix and Scottsdale value healthy living. The two cities have more than 70,000 acres of parks and preserved land and hundreds of miles of paved and unpaved trails.

Travel services

Mayo Clinic in Arizona offers various levels of travel services to fit your needs.

Mayo Clinic international representatives offer free guidance on travel, lodging and transportation options and can connect you to local services. However, you will still need to make the reservations.
Patient Travel Services is a fee-based service that takes all the worry out of your travel, including booking airlines, making hotel reservations and arranging ground transportation that best fits your needs.

Getting to Mayo Clinic in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona

The closest airport to Mayo Clinic is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). The largest airport in the state, PHX, is less than 30 miles to either campus. There are several options for getting to Mayo Clinic from PHX, including taxi, limousine, scheduled van services or car rental.

Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) is also an option. The smaller airport is 37 miles from the Scottsdale campus of Mayo Clinic and about 45 miles from the Phoenix campus.

Scottsdale Airport | City of Scottsdale is situated 6 miles from the Phoenix campus of Mayo Clinic and 10 miles from the Scottsdale campus. The airport operates as a noncommercial facility primarily serving corporate jets.

Getting around Mayo Clinic and Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona

Like all our campuses, Mayo Clinic in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, is designed with visitors in mind, so we've made getting around a priority.

Mayo Clinic in Arizona is spread across two main campuses in Scottsdale and Phoenix. Both campuses offer:

Free patient shuttles. A free, courtesy shuttle service runs between the Scottsdale and Phoenix campuses Monday through Friday, between 06:00 and 12:30. Service is every half hour. 
Patient escorts. If mobility is an issue, complimentary patient escorts can help you get to and from your appointments. And wheelchairs are available free of charge to anyone who needs them.

Some hotels and other lodging options include a shuttle to Mayo Clinic, so you don't necessarily need a car for appointments. However, if you want to explore the cities or Arizona between your appointments, a car is probably your best option. While there are public transportation options, times and routes can be limited.

There are many car rental options and on-campus parking is available. Limo services, taxis and ride-sharing services are also available.

Patient and visitor guide

Everything you need to know about visiting Mayo Clinic in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, for care.

Costs and insurance

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International appointment process

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