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Explore Arizona with kids!
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items We have lived in Arizona for almost 6 years now, and there is never a dull moment! There is so much to do, see, and experience... especially with kids! And dont let the summer heat scare you, there are soooo many incredible memories to be made ( for ...
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Day Trips from Pheonix
Educational Places
Summer specific fun
Day Trips from Pheonix
willing to travel a few hours? these all make great day trips!
ive wanted to do this for ever! The scenic train ride may be a few hours of a drive, but getting to ride a train is at the top of my bucket list for sure. Bring your camera for this one
Verde Canyon Railroad Adventure Package
one of the world's 7 wonders! Arizona is called The Grand Canyon State, and THIS is why! If it’s not at the top of your list- it should be.
Grand Canyon South Rim (2025) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Reviews)
This one is a bit of a drive, but the history and sights are like from another planet! It’s crazy to see all the colors.
Petrified Forest National Park - Bing
this place is so magical!!! 10000/10! Meet Santa, enjoy a sweet treat, and they have you go through a magic portal. It’s so neat.
The North Pole Experience | Flagstaff, Arizona
they also have amazing hot coco stands! You can also make smores and stay warm by the fire.
Flagstaff Snow Park | Flagstaff, AZ
Educational Places
what mom doesn’t love a great educational place to visit with their kids? These ones are perfect to stop at if you’re in the Phoenix area!
Always a great time ! They sometimes have deals for the off season
Phoenix Zoo - From $37.95 - Phoenix | Groupon
another great place to cool off this summer, while learning ! The layout of the building is so cool, there’s so much to see and do here and lots of hands on activities too.
Arizona Science Center, 600 E Washington St., Phoenix, AZ - Groupon
a great place to learn and play! My kids beg to come here! There’s sooo much to experience, I guarantee you will love it as much as we do
Children's Museum of Phoenix | Come Play & Learn Today!
Summer specific fun
https://childrensmuseumofphoenix.org/looking to cool off from the heat this summer with the kids? i got you!
If you are a Dino fan- you HAVE to check this place out. The exhibits are off the charts . It’s so cool!
Pangaea Land of the Dinosaurs - From $18 - Scottsdale | Groupon
Wonderful for all ages! Seriously, my toddler and my 10 year old both love coming here
Uptown Jungle Fun Park - Chandler - From $16 - Chandler | Groupon
we love legoland! its a really neat place , they even have a few rides too. nothing crazy though, but its so much fun for the kids.
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Arizona
you HAVE to come here… its just such a nostolgic place to visit. I vote this place to be one of my favorite childhood memories for summer
Plan Your Visit to Golfland Sunsplash Today! - Golfland Sunsplash Mesa
this place looks like a blast! i could easily spend the whole day here. I haven’t been YET- but it’s for sure on my list!
VIPAirsoft Arena - Gilbert, AZ
they also have a kids area for smaller tikes. We could easily spend an entire day there. Plus, excellent customer service too. Everyone is so nice!
Slick City Action Park - Queen Creek, AZ
voted the worlds BEST bathroom! its so cool! And I totally agree!
OdySea Aquarium in Scottsdale, AZ - The Southwest's Largest Aquarium