Places to Beat the Heat when you own Surprise Real Estate at Marley Park

Sunshine during every season is the norm in the city of Surprise, Arizona, which averages more than 300 sunny days per year - making it the perfect place for outdoor lifestyles and sun-kissed excitement. But we can't lie; it does get pretty hot during the dry summer months.

The good news? Surprise is one of the best cities in the Valley of the Sun when it comes to finding interesting and exciting ways to beat the heat. So don't worry - when you own Surprise real estate at Marley Park, you'll always have plenty of ways to cool off.

Here's just a taste of the educational, recreational and just plain fun ways to while away those searing summer days without feeling stuck inside the house. Follow these tips and before you know it, summer will be over - leaving you with nine or 10 blissful months of pleasant, sunny days to spend enjoying all the parks, outdoor recreation and other activities near the prime Surprise real estate at Marley Park.

West Valley Art Museum
Turn your summertime blues into a cultural awakening at the West Valley Art Museum, offering an acclaimed collection from around the world. Featuring traveling exhibits of everything from pottery to collage to painting, as well as art classes for both youth and adults, there's truly something for everyone at the West Valley Art Museum - and it's right in Surprise!
Where: 114th Ave. and Bell Road

Surprise Aquatics Center
With children's play pools, water slides, a competition pool and a diving pool, the Surprise Aquatics Center is a great place to stay cool. Plus, it's just minutes from your new Surprise real estate at Marley Park.
Where: N. Bullard Ave. and W. Tierra Buena Lane in Surprise

Heard Museum West
A branch of Phoenix's famed Native American history, art and culture museum, the Heard Museum West is located right in Surprise, making it an easy-to-get-to educational treat. Explore more than 400 artifacts from the Heard's permanent collection, or stop in for one of the museum's frequent events, such as basket weaving or beading demonstrations.
Where: 16126 N. Civic Center Plaza, just east of the new Surprise Stadium

Waterworld Safari
From speedy slides full of twists and turns to wave-filled seas and lazy rivers, Waterworld Safari is a water-lover's dream. Load up on the SPF and head out for an afternoon of splash-filled thrills - it's sure to make you forget all about that climbing temperature. Plus, on weekends during June, July and August, you can even check out Night Splash from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. - the perfect way to relax during the warm after-dark hours.
Where: Pinnacle Peak Road near 43rd Ave.

Arrowhead Towne Center
It may seem like a no-brainer to hit the mall when the temperatures rise, but Arrowhead is in a class by itself. Retail stores range from family favorites like American Eagle Outfitters to upscale boutiques like Coach, as well as big-name department stores including Macy's and Dillard's. Plus, the mall offers a range of services like cutting-edge hair design at Toni & Guy, as well as a movie theater.
Where: Loop 101 and Bell Road in Glendale

Polar Ice Entertainment
Get an arctic chill even in the sweltering summer heat at Polar Ice, a full-service ice skating rink in nearby Peoria. Whether it's for a public skating session or a summer skate camp, you'll appreciate the icy breeze and sweater-worthy weather inside Polar Ice, just a few miles east of Marley Park's Surprise real estate.
Where: Peoria Sports Complex, 83rd Ave. south of Bell Road

Don't be afraid of the summer sun - there's always something to see or do in the bustling, quickly growing West Valley. Take a look at the Surprise real estate available now, and find yourself at Marley Park.