Phoenix, AZ

Explore, discover and learn at the Arizona Science Center. More than 300 hands-on exhibits in five themed galleries turn this museum into an all-out fun learning experience. Learn more...

Address: 600 East Washington St., Phoenix AZ 85004 - Map
Phone: (602) 716-2000
Web: www.azscience.org

Hike one of Arizona's most intriguing places, Camelback Mountain. Named for its resemblance to a reclining camel, the mountain features sheer red sandstone cliffs and attracts climbers and hikers of every skill level. Trail heads and trails are open from 7a.m. to sunset. Learn more...

Web: www.phoenix.gov

Experience an oasis of surprising bursts of color and expressive succulents at the Desert Botanical Garden. Perhaps you'll find your green-thumb inspiration in the garden's Berlin Agave Yucca Forest or the Desert Wildflower Loop Trail. Learn more...

Address: 1201 North Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix AZ 85281 - Map
Phone: (480) 941-1225
Web: www.dbg.org

Grand Canyon National Park is the must-see site in Arizona, no matter what part of the state you are visiting. Plan to hike, camp, backpack or ride the Colorado River. Enjoy spectacular scenery any time of year, but especially in the fall and spring. Learn more...

Address: Village Loop Rd, Grand Canyon, AZ 86023 - Map
Phone: (928) 638-7888
Web: www.nps.gov

The vibrant and popular Orpheum Theater is back, better than ever after a $14 million face lift. Take in the best public performances of the Phoenix Opera, the Phoenix Ballet and more. Learn more...

Address: 203 West Adams St., Phoenix AZ 85003 - Map
Phone: (602) 534-5600
Web: www.phoenix-theater.com

Explore all the outdoor activities at Papago Park, the 1,200-acre crown jewel in Phoenix's family of parks. Unusually shaped sandstone buttes are the hallmark of the terrain, and amenities along the trails include an archery range, exercise course, fishing lagoons, and orienteering course. Learn more...

Address: 625 N Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix AZ 85008 - Map
Web: www.phoenix.gov

Explore a world of possibilities at the Phoenix Art Museum, where the exhibits are always provocative and thoughtful. Western art, fashion photography and modern art are elevated to new heights at this nationally renown museum. Learn more...

Address: 1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix AZ 85004 - Map
Phone: (602) 257-1222
Web: www.phxart.org

Enjoy special events and see spectacular species at the Phoenix Zoo, voted one of the nation's Top 5 zoos for kids. More than 1,300 animals call the zoo their home. Plus the facility is a leading participant in protecting endangered animals and houses more than 200 at-risk species. Learn more...

Address: 455 North Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix AZ 85008 - Map
Phone: (602) 273-1341
Web: www.phoenixzoo.org