Best Zoos, Aquariums & Animal Encounters
Explore the best best zoos, aquariums & animal encounters options for kids and families in Scottsdale
Giraffe Overlook
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Phoenix Zoo
Home of 3,000 animals & a petting zoo. 125 acres of animal exhibits, including a children's area & petting zoo, plus a narrated tram ride.
OdySea Aquarium
Massive aquarium with dramatic exhibits. Huge aquarium featuring dramatic exhibits of marine life, plus a 3D movie & interactive experiences.
Butterfly Wonderland
Interactive atrium with many butterflies. Indoor, interactive rainforest habitat housing thousands of butterflies, plus a cafe & gift shop.
SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium
Oceanic exhibits for all ages. Family-friendly exhibits with a variety of sea creatures (most offer play areas & group packages).
Deb's Dragons Interactive Wildlife Encounters
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Desert Breeze Hummingbird Habitat
Desert habitat for birds & butterflies. Native desert gardens for birdlife & butterflies with 50-plus plant species & iron sculptures.
Creature Kingdom - Exotic Mobile Petting Zoo
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Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park
Land animals, an aquarium & rides. Expansive collection of land & water animals with special features like giraffe feeding, plus rides.
One Of A Kind Petting Zoo
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