Best Family-Friendly Attractions
Explore the best best family-friendly attractions options for kids and families in Tempe
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.
455 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008
Papago Park
Hiking haven with a zoo & scenic views. Expansive hiking & picnicking area that includes the Phoenix Zoo & famed Hole-in-the-Rock formation.
625 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008
Hole in the Rock
Geological cluster with big, open spaces. Landmark rock formation with multiple cavelike holes in the sandstone created by erosion.
625 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008
Desert Botanical Garden
Living museum of 50,000 desert plants. Desert garden with 50,000 plants spread over 140 acres, also offering dining, a gift shop & library.
1201 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Arizona
Lego factory tours, rides & attractions. Upbeat amusement center featuring family-friendly exhibits, 4D movies, rides & a Lego factory tour.
5000 S Arizona Mills Cir STE 135, Tempe, AZ 85282
Arizona Falls
Historic site with water features. Restored hydroelectric plant & gathering place with waterfalls, a shaded viewing room & footbridge.
5802 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018, United States
Scottsdale Xeriscape Garden
Visit this great place for kids and families!
5401 Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85250, United States
Children’s Museum of Phoenix
Sprawling hangout for hands-on fun. Expansive museum with more than 300 interactive play areas for kids aged 10 & under.
215 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ 85034, United States
Makutu's Island
Tropical-themed indoor play center. Anchored by a huge tree with tunnels & slides, this indoor playground also has an arcade & pizzeria.
6919 W Ray Rd, Chandler, AZ 85226
Arizona Science Center
Hands-on exhibits & live demonstrations. 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
Heritage & Science Park
Museums & shops in restored buildings. A collection of historic homes & buildings, with history & science museums, plus restaurants.
113 N 6th St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, United States
McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park
Train rides, playgrounds & model trains. Complex with miniature train rides, jungle gyms & a 10,000-sq.-ft. model railroad display.
7301 E Indian Bend Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85250, United States
Desert Breeze Park
Community park with a lake & sport areas. This large public park offers a lake, splash pad, sport courts & fields, paths & a playground.
660 North Desert Breeze Blvd E, Chandler, AZ 85226
Civic Space Park
Open green space with a modern sculpture. Designed with sustainable elements, this open, grassy park features a large contemporary sculpture.
424 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004, United States
Phoenix Art Museum
Artwork from ancient times to today. Expansive collection of acclaimed international art from the distant past to the present.
1625 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Margaret T. Hance Park
Picnics & the Japanese Friendship Garden. Home of the Japanese Friendship Garden & the Irish Cultural Center, plus a playground & picnic area.
67 W Culver St, Phoenix, AZ 85003, United States
Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix
Traditional garden with a koi pond. 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
Showcase for Native American culture. Exhibits devoted to Native American civilizations, including a big collection of Southwestern art.
2301 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004, United States
Mystery Castle by Boyce Luther Gulley
Storied stone palace. Created by a father for his princess, this unique stone mansion features 18 rooms & 13 fireplaces.
800 E Mineral Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85042, United States
Dobbins Lookout
Alpine summit with panoramic views. Scenic observation point with an elevation of 2,330 feet, accessible by hiking or driving.
10919 South Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85042, United States
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