Family-Friendly Attractions In Phoenix
Phoenix Zoo
★4.5 (21186)125 acres of animal exhibits, including a children's area & petting zoo, plus a narrated tram ride.
455 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008, United States
Desert Botanical Garden
★4.8 (19144)Desert garden with 50,000 plants spread over 140 acres, also offering dining, a gift shop & library.
1201 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008, United States
Papago Park
★4.7 (12190)Expansive hiking & picnicking area that includes the Phoenix Zoo & famed Hole-in-the-Rock formation. · Dogs allowed
625 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008, United States
South Mountain Park and Preserve
★4.8 (9850)16,000-acre area with many trails, wildlife & a drivable road to a lookout with sweeping city views.
10919 S Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85042, United States
Castles N' Coasters
★4.3 (8657)Family-friendly destination for mini-golf, go-kart rides, roller coasters & an arcade.
9445 N Metro Pkwy E, Phoenix, AZ 85051, United States
Butterfly Wonderland
★4.6 (6625)Indoor, interactive rainforest habitat housing thousands of butterflies, plus a cafe & gift shop.
9500 East Vía de Ventura F100, Scottsdale, AZ 85256, United States
Encanto Park
★4.6 (6381)Big outdoor recreation spot with a fishing pond, 2 golf courses, a swimming pool & ball fields. · Dogs allowed
2605 N 15th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007, United States
Golfland Sunsplash
★4.3 (6314)Amusement chain outpost featuring mini golf & an arcade, plus waterslides & laser tag.
155 W Hampton Ave, Mesa, AZ 85210, United States
McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park
★4.8 (6209)Complex with miniature train rides, jungle gyms & a 10,000-sq.-ft. model railroad display. · Dogs allowed
7301 E Indian Bend Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85250, United States
Phoenix Mountains Preserve
★4.8 (6021)Group of parks with mountain & desert hiking trails, plus an abundance of cacti & native wildlife. · Dogs allowed
2701 Piestewa Peak Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85016, United States
Hole in the Rock
★4.7 (5745)Landmark rock formation with multiple cavelike holes in the sandstone created by erosion. · Dogs allowed
625 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008, United States
Arizona Boardwalk
★4.5 (5549)Complex with an aquarium, a dinosaur exhibit & bumper boats, plus dining, an ice bar & gift shops.
9500 East Vía de Ventura, Scottsdale, AZ 85256, United States
Children’s Museum of Phoenix
★4.6 (5258)Expansive museum with more than 300 interactive play areas for kids aged 10 & under.
215 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ 85034, United States
The Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix
★4.5 (4960)3.5-acre Japanese stroll garden with a tea garden, a teahouse, a 12-foot waterfall & a koi pond.
1125 N 3rd Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85003, United States
Heard Museum
★4.7 (4941)Exhibits devoted to Native American civilizations, including a big collection of Southwestern art.
2301 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004, United States
Dobbins Lookout
★4.8 (4714)Scenic observation point with an elevation of 2,330 feet, accessible by hiking or driving.
10919 South Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85042, United States
Arizona Museum of Natural History
★4.7 (4405)Southwest life & art exhibits including dinosaur displays, a Hohokam village & gold panning.
53 N Macdonald, Mesa, AZ 85201, United States
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Arizona
★4.3 (3676)Upbeat amusement center featuring family-friendly exhibits, 4D movies, rides & a Lego factory tour.
5000 S Arizona Mills Cir STE 135, Tempe, AZ 85282, United States
Phoenix Art Museum
★4.7 (3127)Expansive collection of acclaimed international art from the distant past to the present.
1625 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004, United States
Margaret T. Hance Park
★4.4 (2880)Home of the Japanese Friendship Garden & the Irish Cultural Center, plus a playground & picnic area. · Dogs allowed
67 W Culver St, Phoenix, AZ 85003, United States
Enchanted Island Amusement Park
★4.3 (2791)Theme park offering games, a carousel, a train ride, pedal boats & a splash pad all aimed at kids.
1202 W Encanto Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85007, United States
North Mountain Park
★4.8 (2585)Hiking trails of varying difficulty lead to 2 summits for scenic views, plus a visitor center. · Dogs allowed
10608 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ 85020, United States
Makutu's Island
★4.3 (2406)Anchored by a huge tree with tunnels & slides, this indoor playground also has an arcade & pizzeria.
6919 W Ray Rd, Chandler, AZ 85226, United States
Taliesin West
★4.7 (1958)Tours are offered of Frank Lloyd Wright's winter home, now a campus for an architecture school.
12621 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85259, United States
Pangaea Land of the Dinosaurs
★3.7 (1719)9500 East Vía de Ventura c100, Scottsdale, AZ 85256, United States
Arizona Falls
★4.4 (1702)Restored hydroelectric plant & gathering place with waterfalls, a shaded viewing room & footbridge.
5802 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018, United States
Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza
★4.6 (1511)Gathering place featuring monuments & memorials to historic figures, groups & events such as wars. · Dogs allowed
1700 W Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85007, United States
Arizona Capitol Museum
★4.5 (1432)Restored circa-1901 capitol now offers a peek into old statehouse chambers & the governor's office.
1700 W Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85007, United States
Arizona Science Center
★3.9 (1422)Science comes alive in this 4-story hands-on arena with live demos, a planetarium & an IMAX theater.
600 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, United States
Granada Park
★4.6 (1365)An ample green space with a playground, paths, picnic facilities, a multiuse field, tennis & lake. · Dogs allowed
6505 N 20th St, Phoenix, AZ 85016, United States
The Rush Fun Park
★4.5 (1315)3865 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018, United States
Hall of Flame Fire Museum
★4.8 (1158)Fire engines from 1725 to 1969 & a hall to fallen heroes are showcased at this multigallery museum.
6101 E Van Buren St, Phoenix, AZ 85008, United States
Moon Valley Park
★4.6 (1034)· Dogs allowed
502 W Coral Gables Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85023, United States
Los Olivos Public Park Place Plaza
★4.4 (1015)Popular, neighborhood park featuring a playground, disc-golf course, picnic area & sports courts. · Dogs allowed
2802 E Devonshire Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85016, United States
S'edav Va'aki Museum (formerly Pueblo Grande Museum)
★4.6 (996)Pre-Columbian site inhabited by Hohokam people, with trails passing the village & irrigation canals.
4619 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85034, United States
Oasis Water Park
★4.4 (931)Arizona Grand Resort's on-property water park complete with a wave pool, slides, tubing & hot tub.
8000 Arizona Grand Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85044, United States
Heritage & Science Park/Historic Heritage Square
★4.6 (911)A collection of historic homes & buildings, with history & science museums, plus restaurants.
113 N 6th St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, United States
Dreamy Draw Recreation Area
★4.7 (829)Expansive public park with miles of hiking & biking trails winding through rocky desert terrain. · Dogs allowed
2421 E Northern Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85020, United States
Civic Space Park
★4.4 (772)Designed with sustainable elements, this open, grassy park features a large contemporary sculpture. · Dogs allowed
424 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004, United States
North Mountain Visitor Center
★4.7 (673)12950 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ 85022, United States
Lookout Mountain Park
★4.7 (608)· Dogs allowed
14441 N 18th St, Phoenix, AZ 85022, United States
Harmon Park
★4.2 (558)Park featuring a playground with a spray pad, plus a gymnasium & a variety of sports & games. · Dogs allowed
1425 S 5th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85003, United States
Acoma Park
★4.3 (515)· Dogs allowed
14421 N 39th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85053, United States
Coyote Basin Park
★4.4 (503)· Dogs allowed
2730 E Beardsley Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85050, United States
Christy Cove Park
★4.5 (475)· Dogs allowed
2352 E Christy Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85028, United States
Altadena Park
★4.4 (462)· Dogs allowed
3711 E Altadena Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85028, United States
Acacia Park
★4.4 (438)· Dogs allowed
2944 W Hearn Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85053, United States
Arizona Food Tours
★5.0 (424)7333 E Scottsdale Mall, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, United States
Laser + Mirror Maze
★4.1 (408)A rainforest-themed mirror maze & laser-dodging challenges at a large entertainment complex.
9500 East Vía de Ventura #200, Scottsdale, AZ 85256, United States
Phoenix Bat Cave
★4.4 (340)3698-3694 E Colter St, Phoenix, AZ 85018, United States