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Family Friendly Things to do in Arizona
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items Discover Arizona's top family-friendly attractions! I've hand-picked the best activities for all ages, from the must-see classics to hidden gems. Spend less time planning and more time making memories.
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Arizona's Ultimate Thrill-Seekers Tour for Families
A Journey Through Time: Exploring Arizona's Ancient Ruins and Ghost Towns with Kids
Arizona on a Dime: Free and Cheap Family Fun
Toddler-Friendly Adventures in the Valley of the Sun
Local Activities for the whole family
These are fun family friendly places to go in Arizona.
This place is unbelievable. Each time I go I discover something new. 50% off admission on July 1st.
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park
Looking for something different? This is a fun train trip for the whole family.
Verde Canyon Railroad
Can't make it out of town? Then go to The Rainforest Cafe. It's fun just to walk and look around and the food is good too. It's pricey but good.
Rainforest Cafe
Scottsdale Airport Movie Night is a low cost fun family outing. The little kids and big kids love looking at the planes. I like the laid back atmosphere.
Scottsdale Airport Movie Night
Makutu's Island is a family favorite. Get the summer pass and stay all day. It's worth it. $59.99 per child adults are free.
Makutu's Island
This is the perfect place to go to get out of the heat. It's fun for kids and adults. A beach pass is $20 for kids and $35 for adults during the week. It's slightly higher on weekends but its for the whole day. You can buy surf lessons and even get a...
Revel Surf
I have not been here but it's on my list for the beautiful views. It's on my to do list this summer.
Mooney Falls
Day cruise for $35. Take the whole family or have a date night.
Canyon Lake Marina
This is at the Park West shopping center, 9744 W. Northern Ave, Peoria, Arizona. It happens every Saturday. There are food trucks, music, and activities. The market runs from 6 PM to 9 PM.
Park West Night Market
This indoor playground is fun for the younger kids. It's a good place to get out of the heat. It offers all day passes. 1st child 9months to 6years is $14, 2nd child $12. Adults and kids over 6 are free. No outside food allowed.
Giggles. Chandler
You can never go wrong with a good water park. Daily tickets are $34. There is a Silver pass for $49 per ticket which gives you access to the park for most of the season and a Gold pass for $69 per ticket which gives you unlimited access to Hurricane...
Hurricane Harbor Phoenix
This amazing place is open daily from 9:30am - 5:00pm. General admission is $42.95 for adults and $27.95 for children ages 3-12. You gotta do Feed-a-tiger. It's only $5 extra. Or, you can just buy the Expedition Passport for $63.95 for adults and $48...
Out of Africa Wildlife Park
Arizona's Ultimate Thrill-Seekers Tour for Families
Arizona offers numerous thrilling and family-friendly tour options for thrill-seekers. Activities include off-roading adventures, hot air balloon rides, and exploring canyons with guided tours. Families can enjoy the natural beauty of the Grand Canyo...
Explore the Sonoran Desert's rugged terrain and scenic views on ATVs. Check out arizonaatvadventures.com
Arizona ATV Adventures
Offers hot air balloon rides over Phoenix and other locations, with experienced pilots ensuring a safe and exciting experience.
Hot Air Expeditions
Walk on a glass bridge extending over the Grand Canyon. A unique and memorable experience for all ages.
Grand Canyon West Skywalk
A challenging outdoor adventure park with obstacle courses, rope swings, and ziplines.
Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course
This is Arizona’s longest-running nature show aboard Verde Canyon Railroad. The train travels through Verde Canyon. The scenery is breathtaking. The classic train ride is four hours and cost $139 per adult. that includes water or champagne and a snac...
Verde Canyon Railroad
A Journey Through Time: Exploring Arizona's Ancient Ruins and Ghost Towns with Kids
Arizona offers a fascinating blend of ancient ruins and ghost towns, perfect for exploring with kids.
You can explore a well-preserved Sinagua pueblo with self-guided tours and exhibits.
Tuzigoot National Monument
You can hike among cliff dwellings built by the Sinagua people.
Walnut Canyon National Monument
It's a recreated ghost town with mine tours, shops, and train rides.
Goldfield Ghost Town and Mine Tours Inc.
A former copper mining town with a rich history and reportedly haunted locations.
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Tombstone is a town in southeastern Arizona, known for its Wild West history. Exhibits at the Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park include a replica gallows. Enjoy gun fight shows and ghost tours. Check out tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Products-g31381-Tombstone_Arizona.html
Private Tombstone Tour from Phoenix & Scottsdale
One of the most scenic drives in Arizona.
Goldfield Ghost Town and Mine Tours Inc.
Arizona on a Dime: Free and Cheap Family Fun
My list of parks, splash pads, free museum days, and affordable eateries.
Watch for Pay-What-You-Wish Wednesdays every Wednesday from 3 pm to 8 pm. They also have free general admission on First Fridays from 5 pm to 8 pm.
Phoenix Art Museum
The science center offers discounted general admission of $5 per person for up to four people to EBT cardholders.
Arizona Science Center
They offer free admission for SNAP or EBT cardholders and children 17 and under.
Arizona Museum of Natural History
They offer free admission on the first Friday of the month (except March) from 6 pm to 10 pm, and the third Saturday of the month from 11 am to 5 pm during June through August.
Heard Museum
They offer free admission all day on the second Tuesday of every month.
Desert Botanical Garden
They always offer free admission.
Penske Racing Museum
If it's not too hot head over to Papago Park. This park is home to Hole in the Rock, a natural geological formation. It also has various trails for hiking and enjoying the desert landscape.
Papago Park
It's the largest municipal park in the US. It has extensive trails and you must check out the view from Dobbins Point.
South Mountain Park and Preserve
Tempe Town Lake is a popular spot for people of all ages. It's over 2 miles long and has pathways to walk, jog or bike. The park has picnic tables, ramadas, restrooms and other ameniites. Kids will love the splash pads. It's open 5 a.m.-midnight ever...
It's at 80 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe.
It's at 80 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe.
Tempe Beach Park
This park has plenty of shade, a playground and a splash pad with water cannons and sprinklers. It's open from 5:30 a.m.-10 p.m. daily. Location: 3711 E. Altadena Ave., Phoenix.
Altadena Park
This park has water features for every age, from gentle sprays for little kids to intense water jets for older kids. Plus, there is shaded seating, tennis courts, and a playground.
Chesnutt Park
With a Community Perk Pass, you get entry and discounts to more than 40 different venues and attractions across metro Phoenix. Just purchase your annual pass and enjoy it for a full year. It’s fun for all ages! Venues include trampoline parks, indoor...communityperkpass.com
Community Perk Pass
Toddler-Friendly Adventures in the Valley of the Sun
Phoenix offers a variety of toddler-friendly adventures. Consider visiting the Desert Botanical Garden, which features a dedicated "Kids in Bloom" area, or the Phoenix Zoo with its carousel, train, and petting zoo. For indoor fun, the Children's Muse...
My grandchildren love the Children's Museum. There are so many sensory rich experiences. There is even a place for crawlers to explore. There is free admission on the first Friday of each month from 5-9pm.Teachers can visit for free during June and J...
Children’s Museum of Phoenix
This is so much fun for the littles. It has train rides and playgrounds.
McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park
A large butterfly conservatory with interactive exhibits and a rainforest environment.
Butterfly Wonderland
Interactive exhibits and art-based activities are available at this museum.
idea Museum