Indoor & Outdoor Activities in Arizona


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    Amusements (top)

  • Amazing Jakes With go-karts, laser tag, rock climbing wall, bumper cars, kiddie rides, video arcade, 12 bowling lanes and an all you care to eat pizza, pasta and salad buffet, this indoor activity place will entertain everyone in the family.
  • Castles & Coasters Take the family to this exciting park for a day of fun-filled adventures. With roller coasters, water log ride, bumper boats, race cars, mini golf, an indoor arcade and more, nobody will get bored.
  • Crackerjax Family fun and amusement awaits at this miniature golf and family activity park in Scottsdale. You can ride the go-karts, bumper boats and more.
  • Enchanted Island Take the family out for a day of fun. This amusement park has train rides, a carousel, snack bar, carnival type rides, a small midway and area to rent for parties.
  • Fiddlesticks Family Fun Park - Scottsdale Come and enjoy go-karts, batting cages, miniature golf, bumper boats, a misted 2-tier golf driving range, a 4,000 square foot state-of-the-art laser tag adventure and more.
  • Fiddlesticks Family Fun Park - Tempe Come and enjoy go-karts, batting cages, miniature golf, bumper boats, a misted 2-tier golf driving range and more.
  • Fiddlesticks Family Fun Park - Tucson Come and enjoy miniature golf, go-karts, batting cages, bumper boats, a 7-ride Kiddie Land, video arcade, laser tag and more.
  • Gameworks at Arizona Mills With over 200 video games and interactive attractions, adults and kids will be entertained indoors for hours.
  • Golfland/Sunsplash - Mesa Come ride the amusement and water rides, play laser tag, eat in the pizza shop or play video games.
  • Hit Pit A new indoor batting cage in Surprise Arizona with snack shop featuring over 30 flavors of Hawaiian shave ice.
  • Imagination Avenue Play indoors in this child size imaginary town. This play and activity center with more than 3000 square feet of space, is the perfect place to beat the heat and let the kids have fun.
  • McCormick - Stillman Railroad Park A great park in Scottsdale, where the family can enjoy a ride on the small scale railroad, relax on a carousel ride, play in the great playground area, view historic exhibits, picnic and more.
  • Nutin But Fun Indoor Fun Zone Get out of the heat and bounce around in this indoor bounce room of 5000 square feet.
  • Pump It Up Party - Arrowhead Does your child love to bounce on inflatable play equipment? If so, this is a great place to get indoors and bounce on the numerous inflatables available. A great place to have a birthday party.
  • Pump It Up Party - North Phoenix Does your child love to bounce on inflatable play equipment? If so, this is a great place to get indoors and bounce on the numerous inflatables available. A great place to have a birthday party.
  • Pump It Up Party - Peoria Does your child love to bounce on inflatable play equipment? If so, this is a great place to get indoors and bounce on the numerous inflatables available. A great place to have a birthday party.
  • Pump It Up Party - Scottsdale Does your child love to bounce on inflatable play equipment? If so, this is a great place to get indoors and bounce on the numerous inflatables available. A great place to have a birthday party.
  • Pump It Up Party - Tempe Does your child love to bounce on inflatable play equipment? If so, this is a great place to get indoors and bounce on the numerous inflatables available. A great place to have a birthday party.
  • Queen Mine Tours Outfitted in hard hat, miner’s headlamp and a yellow slicker, descend into the mind, heading underground and back in time. You will go 1,500 feet into the mine and recount mining days, techniques, dangers and drama.
  • Santas World Santas World - A Christmas Theme Park that comes to the Phoenix metropolitan area each year around the Christmas holiday season. WIth numerous rides and activities, it is sure to be a hit.
  • Speed Street Work on your driving skills on this 1/3 mile indoor track where the racers can achieve nearly 50 MPH.
  • Trail Dust Town Originally constructed as a movie set, Trail Dust Town features wooden boardwalks, red brick streets, detailed old-fashioned town square, centerpiece gazebo, the CP Huntington Railroad (miniature train rides) and a carousel.
  • Waterworld Safari Spend a day enjoying the water rides and cooling off during the hot summer days. There is a kiddie area for the real young children as well.
  • Way to Play Cafe Bring your young children to this indoor play area and watch them play while you grab a coffee or other food in their cafe area. This is sure to be a great way to escape the summer heat.

    Archaeology Sites (top)

  • Besh-Ba-Gowah Besh Ba Gowah is a restored pueblo in the Globe Miami area of Eastern Arizona.
  • Canyon De Chelly National Monument Experience the distinctive architecture, artifacts, and rock imagery in one of the longest continuously inhabited indian community.
  • Casa Grande Ruins National Monument View the many prehistoric Hohokam ruins, including a 4-story building. These ruins were the first archaeological site to be preserved under the National Park system.
  • Grand Canyon Caverns Take the 45 minute tour of the Grand Canyon Caverns, but first you will ride an elevator 210 feet down into the earth. While there you will see rock and crystal formations and more.
  • Queen Mine Tours Outfitted in hard hat, miner’s headlamp and a yellow slicker, descend into the mind, heading underground and back in time. You will go 1,500 feet into the mine and recount mining days, techniques, dangers and drama.
  • Tonto National Monument Enjoy viewing the well-preserved cliff dwellings that were occupied during the 13th, 14th, and early 15th centuries in this rugged portion of the Sonoran desert.
  • Walnut Canyon National Monument Enjoy the island trail which goes by many cliff dwelling rooms and allows for views of others across the canyon.
  • Wupatki National Monument Visit Wapatki, it was the largest pueblo around less than 800 years ago. Learn interesting facts about the Native Americans that inhabited this pueblo on the Colorado Plateau many years ago.

    Arts & Crafts (top)

  • Arizona Museum for Youth An indoor museum made for kids. There are also special events with Arts -n- Crafts type activities.
  • Glazin in the Sun Let your creativity run free and paint your own pottery items in Phoenix. Try out the latest trend in glass fusing.They have many options available.
  • Kids N Clay - Chandler/Gilbert Bring your kids by the studio, for indoor fun, to create their own pottery masterpiece. A real nice gift for the grandparent that has it all. Have your child's next party here to experience something different.

    Cultural (top)

  • Chinese Cultural Center See the Chinese traditional architecture, taste authentic Chinese foods, shop for chinese goods, enjoy events, and learn more about the culture of the Chinese people.

    Educational (top)

  • Arcosanti Come tour this experimental town in the high desert of Arizona. Paola Soleri had a vision of arcology (architecture + ecology). This concept looks to have people living urban centers while in harmony with the land and environment.
  • Arizona Science Center A wonderful hand-on exhibit hall where the kids can interact with science, view an IMAX movie, visit the planetarium and see various traveling exhibits. Most exhibits are indoors.
  • Biosphere 2 Center See and understand the working relationships in our complex ecosystem. Take a guided tour inside this miniature eco-system or enjoy a self-guided tour around the grounds.
  • Cerreta Candy Company Come indoors and see a quaint chocolate factory near downtown Glendale, and watch the workers create wonderful chocolate sensations.
  • Challenger Space Center Come visit a place dedicated to educating everyone on space travel, exploration and more.
  • Children's Museum of Phoenix This indoor museum provides hands-on exhibits and educational programs to engage the minds, muscles and imaginations of children and their families.
  • Flandrau Science Center The center has a planetarium, observatory, mineral museum, science store, heliochronometer (sun dial), and various exhibits.
  • Grand Canyon Caverns Take the 45 minute tour of the Grand Canyon Caverns, but first you will ride an elevator 210 feet down into the earth. While there you will see rock and crystal formations and more.
  • Imagination Avenue Play indoors in this child size imaginary town. This play and activity center with more than 3000 square feet of space, is the perfect place to beat the heat and let the kids have fun.
  • Kids Town Play Center Kids up to 8 years old can dress and play out different scenarios from being a police officer to shopping in a market or watching a movie.
  • Kitt Peak National Observatory The world's largest collection of optical telescopes is located high above the Sonoran Desert under some of the finest night skies in the world. Kitt Peak, on the Tohono O'odham Reservation, is home to twenty-two optical and two radio telescopes representing eight astronomical research institutions.
  • Lowell Observatory Look up to the heavens and learn about the stars at the observatory where Pluto was discovered in the early 1900's.
  • Morenci Mine Tours Come see a working copper mine in Eastern Arizona. Learn how copper mining is done and the importance to Arizona.
  • Pima Air & Space Museum Learn about the history of aircraft and space vehicles and the role that Arizona played. See various aircraft and artifacts such as uniforms, or sign up for a guided tour of AMARC (Aerospace Maintenance and Regeneration Center).
  • Tucson Aquarium This aquarium doesn't have a permanent facility yet. Visit their website for now to see what is available.
  • Tucson Children's Museum Come to the Museum and experience a fun way of learning! All the exhibits are hands-on, encouraging interaction.

    Farms (top)

  • Apple Annie's A day at Apple Annie’s is packed with old-fashioned fun for the entire family! Children experience the fun of picking their own produce, and everyone enjoys the farm fresh flavor of their harvest.
  • Rooster Cogburn Ostrich Ranch Visit this family owned and operated ostrich ranch located on 600 acres between Phoenix and Tucson. At the ranch you can feed the ostriches, feed and pet deer, engage in a monster truck tour of the ranch and more.
  • Saihati Camel Farm Come see camels, buffalo and more in Yuma. This working farm specializes in breeding the Arabian one hump camel and other exotic animals. Tours and more are available.
  • Schnepf Farms Come out and visit a working farm on the edge of the Phoenix metro area. With many special events depending on the crop harvest, you will want to go back often.
  • Shamrock Farms Come take a tour of a working dairy farm with nearly 10000 dairy cows helping to supply the demand for fresh milk and other dairy products.
  • Superstition Farms Come out and see how we get our milk and other dairy products. The farm staff invites families and more to enjoy a fun day at the farm!
  • Young's Farm Come out and visit a working farm in the Prescott valley area before it is replaced with development. Get some fresh vegetables at the store, enjoy a bite to eat at the restaurant. CALL FOR 2007 hours as the farm is mostly closing down in late 2006.

    Gardens & Preserves (top)

  • Arboretum at Flagstaff Explore a large collection of wildflowers and native plants at this 200-acre botanical garden in the high country of Arizona.
  • Arizona Sonora Desert Museum See native plants and animals from the Sonoran Desert. Bird walks and interpretive programs also available.
  • Boyce Thompson Arboretum Explore a large collection of wildflowers and native plants at this botanical garden east of Phoenix.
  • Desert Botanical Garden Come and learn about the different plants that grow in the deserts of Arizona, pick up tips on horticulture and gardening in the desert. Concerts and other events are held frequently throughout the year.
  • Riparian Institute Spend some time at the Riparian Institute and learn about native Arizonan plants and animals.
  • Tucson Botanical Gardens With 16 different gardens in the heart of Tucson there are many botanical themes to view and learn about.

    Hikes (top)

  • Elk Ridge Ski Area Enjoy winter sports like snow tubing and skiing just outside Williams Arizona.
  • Sunrise Ski Park Come enjoy the winter skiing and sledding and the wondersul summer activities like bike riding.
  • Wing Mountain Snow Play Come and enjoy an organized snow play area in Northern Arizona with plowed and managed parking, hot beverages, sleds and other concessions. Activities include sledding, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and playing in the snow

    Mini Golf (top)

  • Castles & Coasters Take the family to this exciting park for a day of fun-filled adventures. With roller coasters, water log ride, bumper boats, race cars, mini golf, an indoor arcade and more, nobody will get bored.
  • Crackerjax Family fun and amusement awaits at this miniature golf and family activity park in Scottsdale. You can ride the go-karts, bumper boats and more.
  • Fiddlesticks Family Fun Park - Tempe Come and enjoy go-karts, batting cages, miniature golf, bumper boats, a misted 2-tier golf driving range and more.
  • Golfland/Sunsplash - Mesa Come ride the amusement and water rides, play laser tag, eat in the pizza shop or play video games.
  • Mini Golf Paradise This indoor miniature golf course offers family entertainment in all weather conditions. They also offer party deals and other special arrangements.
  • Waterworld Safari Spend a day enjoying the water rides and cooling off during the hot summer days. There is a kiddie area for the real young children as well.

    Museums (top)

  • Adobe Mountain Railroad Museum Take the family out for a morning of viewing train memorabilia. There is also a working small scale railroad nearby.
  • Arizona Doll & Toy Museum Step back in time and view the toys and dolls used by kids in the past. This museum is set indoors in the Phoenix Heritage Square in the Stevens House.
  • Arizona Historical Museum - Pioneer Museum Come see the history of Flagstaff and Northern Arizona in this vast collection of over 10,000 artifacts from earlier times in the area.
  • Arizona Historical Society Museum - Downtown Tucson Exhibits span the two centuries from Tucson's origins as a Spanish Presidio in 1775 to the modern era, and feature service to the community by police, fire, military, justice, library, education and businesses. Stay out of the heat with this indoor activity.
  • Arizona Historical Society Museum - Fort Lowell The Fort Lowell Museum is located indoors in the reconstructed Commanding Officer's quarters of Old Fort Lowell, originally established in 1873. The museum features exhibits about military life on the Arizona frontier.
  • Arizona Historical Society Museum - Sosa-Carrillo-Fremont House The museum features exhibits about Tucson's Hispanic pioneer families, period room settings, a museum shop and special exhibits. You are sure to enjoy this indoor activity.
  • Arizona Historical Society Museum - Tucson Main Museum The Tucson Main Museum features interactive and traditional exhibits about Arizona’s dynamic past, including an underground copper mine, ranch and town life of the 1870s, Victorian-era period rooms, the archaeology of Tucson ’s downtown, an original stagecoach, and a 1923 Studebaker. Changing galleries depict a range of topics.
  • Arizona Historical Society Museum - Yuma The Sanguinetti House Museum was constructed in the 1870s and was purchased in 1890 by pioneer merchant E.F. Sanguinetti. He added to the home as his family grew and created an Italian oasis with a garden and bird aviaries, which are maintained today. The house contains exhibits and period rooms, which tells the history of the lower Colorado River region from the 1540s to the present. 2 other adobe buildings house additional exhibits indoors.
  • Arizona Historical Society Museum at Papago Park Exhibits contain various indian artifacts from the area as well as maps of the irrigation canals and more. You are sure to enjoy this indoor activity.
  • Arizona Mining and Mineral Museum Bring the kids and learn about the history of mining in Arizona. The kids will also enjoy learning about the different minerals that are found in Arizona, while staying cool indoors.
  • Arizona Museum for Youth An indoor museum made for kids. There are also special events with Arts -n- Crafts type activities.
  • Arizona Sonora Desert Museum See native plants and animals from the Sonoran Desert. Bird walks and interpretive programs also available.
  • Arizona Wing of the Commemorative Air Force Home of Sentimental Journey a B-17 that has been restored and is still flying today. See other restored aircraft from WWI, WWII, Korean and Vietnam wars. Rides in a warbird may be purchased as well.
  • ASU Art Museum Art lovers will enjoy getting indoors and taking in the art collection at ASU.
  • Bead Museum Come indoors and learn about the historical, cultural and artistic significance of beads, adornment, and related artifacts from ancient, ethnic and contemporary cultures by means of collection, preservation, education and exhibitions.
  • Bisbee Mining and Historical Museum Coming into Bisbee takes you back to the turn of the century. Situated in southeastern Arizona near the Mexican border, Bisbee gained preeminence as a mining center in the late 19th century.
  • Buckhorn Wildlife Museum This museum has one of the largest and most complete displays of Arizona wildlife. Come see the over 400 specimens on display.
  • Children's Museum of Phoenix This indoor museum provides hands-on exhibits and educational programs to engage the minds, muscles and imaginations of children and their families.
  • Colorado River Indian Tribes Museum This museum features the Mohave, Chemehuevi, Navajo, and Hopi Indian Tribes. Come learn about these tribes past and present, and see the collection of locally made Indian crafts. The collection includes baskets, pottery, jewelry, beads and more. View the unique Beebee Brown Basket Collection as well.
  • Deer Valley Rock Art Center Walk the trails and view the rocks with more than 1500 petroglyphs. You can also visit the museum, participate in story time, and learn various facts about rock art.
  • Desert Caballeros Western Museum Enjoy the art of western living and various indian exhibits when you visit this museum.
  • Hall of Flame Come and spend some time viewing the spectacular vintage fire-fighting equipment and read the stories of our brave fire-fighters.
  • Heard Museum See the fine collection of native american artifacts and learn about the people that settled the Sonoran desert so early on.
  • Heard Museum North See the fine collection of native american artifacts and learn about the people that settled the Sonoran desert so early on.
  • Heard Museum West See the fine collection of native american artifacts and learn about the people that settled the Sonoran desert so early on.
  • International Wildlife Museum The museum highlights over 400 species of insects, mammals and birds from around the globe. Some of the collections are more than 100 years old.
  • Mesa Southwest Museum See the largest collection of dinosaur fossils in the state, visit a Spanish mission, search for the Dutchman's lost treasure, pan for gold in the History Courtyard, and more.
  • Phoenix Art Museum Stroll through the galleries containing more than 17000 works of art from around the world and enjoy lectures on various topics, all in a cool indoor environment. You can also check out other events, activities and movies happening at the museum, grab a bite to eat and shop in the gift shop.
  • Phoenix Museum of History Learn about the history of Phoenix and the Salt River valley including its earliest inhabitants and the many cultures that have shaped the growth of this region.
  • Phoenix Police Museum Come and see how the police department of Phoenix has changed over the past 125 years. Exhibits include an early 1900s police station and more.
  • Pima Air & Space Museum Learn about the history of aircraft and space vehicles and the role that Arizona played. See various aircraft and artifacts such as uniforms, or sign up for a guided tour of AMARC (Aerospace Maintenance and Regeneration Center).
  • Pioneer Arizona Living History Village Learn about how early pioneers in Arizona lived. The village contains numerous buildings from the 1880s to the turn of the century.
  • Planes of Fame - Grand Canyon/Valle When touring the Grand Canyon, plane enthusiasts can stop by this museum in Valle to view the collection of aircraft that they have. You won't miss their big C-121A Constellation out front.
  • Powell Memorial Museum Come and learn about the history of Powell's exploration of the Colorado River in the late 1800's. There are sketches and photos from his expeditions as well as other artifacts and information from the area.
  • Pueblo Grande Museum View replicas of Hohokam villages on ruin trail, learn about how archaelogists explore a site and study clues from the past. Look at the artifacts on display in the changing exhibits.
  • Rosson House Museum Beautifully appointed Victorian home built in 1895 for Dr. Roland Rosson and his family.
  • Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art The museum is the only museum in Arizona devoted to the art, architecture and design of our time.
  • Superstition Mountain Museum Come see artifacts and learn about the history and folklore of the Superstition Mountains, Apache Junction and the surrounding region, including information about the Lost Dutchman Mine.
  • T-Rex Museum During a visit to the T Rex Museum kids get an education in science, history, and art while having so much fun they don’t even realize they are learning.
  • Tactile Museum for the Blind and Visually Impaired Tactile museum for the blind.
  • Titan Missile Museum Look at some of the technology that was a big part of the Cold War era. Silos and the Titan missile were a large part of the US buildup during the cold war, see and learn about the technology.
  • Tortilla Flat Visit the remains of an authentic old west town nestled in the rugged Superstition Mountains. Home to legends of the Lost Dutchman Gold Mine and more. Grab some food at the restaurant and then tour the museum. A good starting point for a day in the Tonto National Forest.
  • Tucson Children's Museum Come to the Museum and experience a fun way of learning! All the exhibits are hands-on, encouraging interaction.
  • West Valley Art Museum With over 4000 items from 90 countries in its permanent collection, it has a primary focus on ethnic dress and textiles. The collection also contains fine art from the 19th and 20th centuries.
  • Zane Grey Cabin Visit a replica of the original Zane Grey Cabin. Zane Grey was made famous by his writings of Arizona and the west in the early 1900s. His cabin burned down in the Dude Fire of 1990 and has been reconstructed in downtown Payson.

    Natl/State Parks (top)

  • Canyon De Chelly National Monument Experience the distinctive architecture, artifacts, and rock imagery in one of the longest continuously inhabited indian community.
  • Casa Grande Ruins National Monument View the many prehistoric Hohokam ruins, including a 4-story building. These ruins were the first archaeological site to be preserved under the National Park system.
  • Grand Canyon Skywalk The Skywalk over the Grand Canyon will be the first-ever cantilever shaped glass walkway to suspend more than 4,000 feet above the canyon’s floor and extend 70 feet from the canyon’s rim. Planned to open on March 28, 2007
  • Kartchner Caverns The once secret caverns in Southern Arizona went public in 1999 and have grown in popularity ever sense. Come view some of the most beautiful underground formations in the Southwest.
  • Kitt Peak National Observatory The world's largest collection of optical telescopes is located high above the Sonoran Desert under some of the finest night skies in the world. Kitt Peak, on the Tohono O'odham Reservation, is home to twenty-two optical and two radio telescopes representing eight astronomical research institutions.
  • Tonto National Monument Enjoy viewing the well-preserved cliff dwellings that were occupied during the 13th, 14th, and early 15th centuries in this rugged portion of the Sonoran desert.
  • Walnut Canyon National Monument Enjoy the island trail which goes by many cliff dwelling rooms and allows for views of others across the canyon.
  • Wupatki National Monument Visit Wapatki, it was the largest pueblo around less than 800 years ago. Learn interesting facts about the Native Americans that inhabited this pueblo on the Colorado Plateau many years ago.
  • Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park Visit the famous territorial prison. Opened in 1876, the first seven inmates were locked into the new cells they had built themselves.

    Parks (top)

  • Desert Breeze Railroad Come spend the day at the park and ride the carousel and train among other activities.
  • Eldorado Park Take some time to watch the kids skate at (The Wedge Skatepark) here, where there are ramps of various sizes.
  • Enchanted Island Take the family out for a day of fun. This amusement park has train rides, a carousel, snack bar, carnival type rides, a small midway and area to rent for parties.
  • Freestone Railroad Come enjoy the day and ride the train, carousel, wave runner and mini ferris wheel.
  • Freestone Recreation Complex The recreation complex has many sports and exercise options available. It also has a kiddy korner for 1.5 - 7 year olds. There is a climbing wall, racquetball courts, exercise room, sauna and steam rooms, game room and more.
  • Kiwanis Recreation Center Visit the indoor wave pool or enjoy the water slide. Participate in some drop-in sports in the gymnasium, play tennis, hit the batting range or get involved in aerobics.
  • McCormick - Stillman Railroad Park A great park in Scottsdale, where the family can enjoy a ride on the small scale railroad, relax on a carousel ride, play in the great playground area, view historic exhibits, picnic and more.
  • Rio Vista Park There is much to do at this park. With an urban lake, splash park and skate park to name just a few.
  • Tempe Town Lake - Beach Park There are many things to do at this park along the city lake in the Salt River. Keep an eye out for special events or bring the kids down to play in their extensive splash park or rent paddleboats.

    Physical Fun (top)

  • Ape Index Rock Climbing Gym They offer Indoor rock climbing for individuals, groups, parties, scouts, and more. With a 10,000 square foot facility, a lounge for parents, and a 14 foot double-turn slide for the adventurous kiddies, your entire family is sure to have a great time.
  • Arizona Snowbowl Enjoy skiing in the winter and hiking, chairlift rides, concerts and more in the summer.
  • AZ on the Rocks Spend a day of fun rock climbing in the cool indoors in a family friendly environment. A great way to beat the summer heat!
  • Cowtown Experience cowboy life adventures at Cowtown, AZ. Wild West location includes Old West Town, Team-Building Course, Horseback Riding, Paintball Combat Zone and Cowboy Games.
  • Crowley Pit This old cinder pit makes for a great place to go sledding in the winter. With slopes for all ages to enjoy.
  • Elk Ridge Ski Area Enjoy winter sports like snow tubing and skiing just outside Williams Arizona.
  • F1 Race Factory Come to F1 Race Factory - the ultimate adrenaline rush - and try your skills on the indoor kart track. You can also watch the race, play a game in the arcade or billiards room or try your hand at the rock wall.
  • Flagstaff Nordic Center For those that enjoy cross-country skiing or snowshoeing in a beautiful forest, this place is for you. With more than 40km of groomed trails, there is much to do and see that a night or two in the lodge may be in order.
  • Great Skate - Glendale Go roller or inline skating in this indoor roller skating rink and beat the summer heat. They also have a game arcade and the roller cafe for snacks.
  • Hit Pit A new indoor batting cage in Surprise Arizona with snack shop featuring over 30 flavors of Hawaiian shave ice.
  • Kids Town Play Center Kids up to 8 years old can dress and play out different scenarios from being a police officer to shopping in a market or watching a movie.
  • Nutin But Fun Indoor Fun Zone Get out of the heat and bounce around in this indoor bounce room of 5000 square feet.
  • Phoenix Rock Gym Spend some time climbing the rock walls, while avoiding the heat of the summer.
  • Phoenix Solid Rock Indoor Climbing A great way to get some exercise away from the heat, while having fun climbing the rock walls in safety. Consider having a birthday party here.
  • Polar Ice - Chandler Go ice-skating with the family, take a skating lesson or even learn ice-hockey.
  • Polar Ice Peoria Go ice-skating with the family, take a skating lesson or even learn ice-hockey.
  • Ponderosa and South Mountain Stables Come ride the horses or plan a meal ride. In the cooler months, you can enjoy the beautiful desert and in the summer months, ride in the high-country of Arizona.
  • Pump It Up Party - Arrowhead Does your child love to bounce on inflatable play equipment? If so, this is a great place to get indoors and bounce on the numerous inflatables available. A great place to have a birthday party.
  • Pump It Up Party - North Phoenix Does your child love to bounce on inflatable play equipment? If so, this is a great place to get indoors and bounce on the numerous inflatables available. A great place to have a birthday party.
  • Pump It Up Party - Peoria Does your child love to bounce on inflatable play equipment? If so, this is a great place to get indoors and bounce on the numerous inflatables available. A great place to have a birthday party.
  • Pump It Up Party - Scottsdale Does your child love to bounce on inflatable play equipment? If so, this is a great place to get indoors and bounce on the numerous inflatables available. A great place to have a birthday party.
  • Pump It Up Party - Tempe Does your child love to bounce on inflatable play equipment? If so, this is a great place to get indoors and bounce on the numerous inflatables available. A great place to have a birthday party.
  • Rip City Batting Cages Practice your batting or compete with a friend.
  • Rollero Family skating center offering an indoor retreat from the summer heat while you enjoy an activity while getting exercise. Birthday and private parties available.
  • Rollerplex Escape the heat and go indoors for some in-line hockey and roller skating.
  • Skateland Chandler Go roller-skating or inline skating at this skate park. They also have a game arcade and snack bar. Special events are also held at this location.
  • Skateland Mesa Go roller-skating or inline skating at this skate park. They also have a game arcade and snack bar. Special events are also held at this location.
  • Speedway Raceway Have some fun out of the heat while racing indoor karts at the Speedway. You can also play pool, air hockey, and video games.
  • Stratum Laser Tag A 13000 square foot state of the art laser tag arena is the focus point at this family entertainment center. They also have an arcade and various foods and snacks.
  • Sunrise Ski Park Come enjoy the winter skiing and sledding and the wondersul summer activities like bike riding.
  • Surfside Skate Go roller-skating or inline skating at this skate park. They have group special events often.
  • Way to Play Cafe Bring your young children to this indoor play area and watch them play while you grab a coffee or other food in their cafe area. This is sure to be a great way to escape the summer heat.
  • Wing Mountain Snow Play Come and enjoy an organized snow play area in Northern Arizona with plowed and managed parking, hot beverages, sleds and other concessions. Activities include sledding, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and playing in the snow

    Science (top)

  • Arizona Science Center A wonderful hand-on exhibit hall where the kids can interact with science, view an IMAX movie, visit the planetarium and see various traveling exhibits. Most exhibits are indoors.
  • Flandrau Science Center The center has a planetarium, observatory, mineral museum, science store, heliochronometer (sun dial), and various exhibits.
  • Kitt Peak National Observatory The world's largest collection of optical telescopes is located high above the Sonoran Desert under some of the finest night skies in the world. Kitt Peak, on the Tohono O'odham Reservation, is home to twenty-two optical and two radio telescopes representing eight astronomical research institutions.

    Shows (top)

  • Goldfield Ghost Town Come see an authentic 1890s ghost town. A great place to take kids to experience underground mine tours, narrow gauge railroad (36 in), Jeep tours of Superstition Mountains, Horses, wagons, carriages.
  • Rawhide at Wild Horse Pass Yes, this is the original Rawhide Western town that was located in North Scottsdale. It has now moved, but still offers the same western charm and excitement.

    Theater & Concerts (top)

  • Childsplay This is a theatre for young audiences and families and offers classes, educational experiences, school field trips and tours. The family is sure to enjoy this indoor activity.
  • Great Arizona Puppet Theater Bring the family to watch a puppet show. Choose from the classics or some of the newer shows available.
  • IMAX Theater Watch a breath-taking 2D or 3D traditional IMAX film or enjoy a Hollywood blockbuster that has been remastered for IMAX.
  • Phoenix Symphony Engage the family in the performing arts and take them to a performance arranged by the Phoenix Symphony.
  • Valley Youth Theatre Sign up for acting classes or just come watch one of the productions they put on.

    Theme Park (top)

  • Goldfield Ghost Town Come see an authentic 1890s ghost town. A great place to take kids to experience underground mine tours, narrow gauge railroad (36 in), Jeep tours of Superstition Mountains, Horses, wagons, carriages.
  • Rawhide at Wild Horse Pass Yes, this is the original Rawhide Western town that was located in North Scottsdale. It has now moved, but still offers the same western charm and excitement.
  • Santas World Santas World - A Christmas Theme Park that comes to the Phoenix metropolitan area each year around the Christmas holiday season. WIth numerous rides and activities, it is sure to be a hit.
  • Tortilla Flat Visit the remains of an authentic old west town nestled in the rugged Superstition Mountains. Home to legends of the Lost Dutchman Gold Mine and more. Grab some food at the restaurant and then tour the museum. A good starting point for a day in the Tonto National Forest.
  • Trail Dust Town Originally constructed as a movie set, Trail Dust Town features wooden boardwalks, red brick streets, detailed old-fashioned town square, centerpiece gazebo, the CP Huntington Railroad (miniature train rides) and a carousel.

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  • Adobe Mountain Railroad Take the family out for an afternoon of fun. See and ride the 7 1/2" gauge trains on over 8 miles of track. The trains are operated by The Maricopa Live Steamers Railroad Heritage Preservation Society.
  • Adobe Mountain Railroad Museum Take the family out for a morning of viewing train memorabilia. There is also a working small scale railroad nearby.
  • Daisy Mountain Railroad at Anthem This 24in gauge railroad runs over a small bridge and through a tunnel as your family takes in the views of this park in Anthem Arizona.
  • Desert Breeze Railroad Come spend the day at the park and ride the carousel and train among other activities.
  • Enchanted Island Take the family out for a day of fun. This amusement park has train rides, a carousel, snack bar, carnival type rides, a small midway and area to rent for parties.
  • Freestone Railroad Come enjoy the day and ride the train, carousel, wave runner and mini ferris wheel.
  • Grand Canyon Railway Come to Williams and ride the train to the Grand Canyon. In the winter there is a train ride to Santa's workshop.
  • McCormick - Stillman Railroad Park A great park in Scottsdale, where the family can enjoy a ride on the small scale railroad, relax on a carousel ride, play in the great playground area, view historic exhibits, picnic and more.
  • New River & Western Model Railroad Watch the multiple HO scale trains run around several combined track layouts. This model railroad also has other moving displays and is fun for kids to watch.
  • Trail Dust Town Originally constructed as a movie set, Trail Dust Town features wooden boardwalks, red brick streets, detailed old-fashioned town square, centerpiece gazebo, the CP Huntington Railroad (miniature train rides) and a carousel.
  • Verde Canyon Railroad Located in the beautiful Verde Valley along the Verde River, you will see wonderful scenic views and if lucky you may catch a glimpse of Bald Eagles nesting.
  • Wildlife World Zoo Visit the west valley and enjoy a wonderful day at the zoo. There is a great play area for the kids. A train, boat and skyride to entertain, as well as a small carousel.
  • Yuma Valley Railway Take a ride on a 1922 Pullman coach. This ride is nearly 2 hours long and runs along the edge of the Colorado River giving you ample opportunities to view wildlife.

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  • Golfland/Sunsplash - Mesa Come ride the amusement and water rides, play laser tag, eat in the pizza shop or play video games.
  • Kiwanis Recreation Center Visit the indoor wave pool or enjoy the water slide. Participate in some drop-in sports in the gymnasium, play tennis, hit the batting range or get involved in aerobics.
  • Waterworld Safari Spend a day enjoying the water rides and cooling off during the hot summer days. There is a kiddie area for the real young children as well.

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  • Apache Lake Marina Enjoy your favorite water sports at this mountain lake onunder 2 hours away from Phoenix.
  • Canyon Lake Marina Enjoy your favorite water sports at this mountain lake only an hour away from Phoenix.
  • Grand Canyon Skywalk The Skywalk over the Grand Canyon will be the first-ever cantilever shaped glass walkway to suspend more than 4,000 feet above the canyon’s floor and extend 70 feet from the canyon’s rim. Planned to open on March 28, 2007
  • Roosevelt Lake Marina Enjoy your favorite water sports at this mountain lake around 2 hours from Phoenix.
  • Tempe Town Lake - Beach Park There are many things to do at this park along the city lake in the Salt River. Keep an eye out for special events or bring the kids down to play in their extensive splash park or rent paddleboats.

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  • Grand Canyon Deer Farm Walk through a deer reserve. There are Buffalo, Elk and other animals among the deer. The kids can feed the deer, or enter the pygmy and Nigerian goat pen to feed and pet the goats.
  • Keeper's of the Wild Come experience this one of a kind animal sanctuary in Northern Arizona. They rescue exotic animals and offer tours and educational programs.
  • Out of Africa Wildlife Park See some wildlife that is typically not native to America. There are shows and educational opportunities as well.
  • Phoenix Zoo Come enjoy a day watching animals, eating at the snack bar or just people watching. Keep an eye out for special events such as Zoolights.
  • Reid Park Zoo (Tucson Zoo) Come visit the Tucson zoo, and have a wild time. Meet the more than 400 animals—rhinos, elephants, anteaters, polar bears, lions, and many more! Adventure in our African, Asian, and South American regions.
  • Wildlife World Zoo Visit the west valley and enjoy a wonderful day at the zoo. There is a great play area for the kids. A train, boat and skyride to entertain, as well as a small carousel.