Things to do in Phoenix
Popular picks: Hike Camelback Mountain · Visit the Desert Botanical Garden · Explore the Heard Museum · Tour the Arizona State Capitol · Enjoy the Phoenix Zoo · Visit the Musical Instrument Museum · Relax at the Japanese Friendship Garden · Attend a game at Chase Field · Explore the Roosevelt Row Arts District · Take a hot air balloon ride over the desert · Visit Taliesin West, Frank Lloyd Wright's winter home · Spend time at South Mountain Park · Explore the Phoenix Art Museum · Enjoy outdoor activities at Papago Park · Take a day trip to Sedona or the Grand Canyon.
Pueblo Grande Museum$4.6Explore ancient Sonoran Desert culture at Phoenix's historic archaeological landmark
Scottsdale WaterfrontFree4.6An upscale mixed-use destination for shopping, dining, and canal strolls
Tempe Marketplace$$4.6A vibrant outdoor shopping, dining, and entertainment destination in Tempe.
Tempe Town Lake ParkFree4.6A scenic urban waterfront destination for walking, boating, and outdoor recreation.
The Children's Museum of Phoenix$4.6An interactive downtown Phoenix paradise packed with hands-on play for children.
Arizona State CapitolFree4.5Explore Arizona's historic statehouse turned museum in downtown Phoenix
Biosphere 2Free4.5Explore a unique Earth science research facility nestled in southern Arizona.
Canyon Lake Marina & CampgroundFree4.5A scenic desert waterfront getaway nestled in Arizona's Superstition Mountains
Gila River Arena$$4.5Formerly Gila River Arena, this Glendale venue hosts major live entertainment
OdySea Aquarium$$4.5Discover marine life in the Southwest's largest indoor aquarium attraction
Phoenix Zoo$$4.5Discover world-class wildlife, tropical trails, and desert adventures in Papago Park.
Biltmore Fashion Park$$4.4Phoenix's premier open-air luxury shopping, dining, and lifestyle destination.
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art$4.3Discover vibrant contemporary art and architecture in Old Town Scottsdale
Phoenix Fan FusionFree4.2Phoenix's premier pop culture convention celebrating comics, cosplay, gaming, and celebrities
Tovrea Castle$$4.2Explore a historic 1920s tiered cake castle in Sonoran desert gardens
Mesa Community CollegeFree4.0A vibrant East Valley community college offering broad educational programs and events
Arizona Science Center$$3.9Explore four floors of interactive science exhibits in downtown Phoenix
Grand Canyon UniversityFree3.9A vibrant private Christian university campus located in west-central Phoenix
Parks and Recreation DepartmentFree3.0Managing Phoenix public parks, desert preserves, trails, and recreation centers.
Camelback MountainFreeIconic Phoenix peak offering steep desert trails and sweeping city views
Old Town Scottsdale$Explore Southwestern heritage, unique boutique shopping, fine dining, and galleries.
Phoenix International RacewayFreePremier motorsports destination hosting high-speed NASCAR races in Avondale, Arizona
Phoenix Mountain PreserveFreeExplore desert hiking trails and panoramic views in central Phoenix
Roosevelt RowFreePhoenix's vibrant arts district packed with colorful murals, galleries, and dining
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