Things to Do in Arizona
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Xanterra Parks & Resorts
Grand Canyon, Arizona
One of the most popular family mule excursions is the one-day Plateau Point ride, which departs daily from the Stone Corral at the head of Bright Angel trail. This...
Animal Ride
Archaeological Tour
The Heard Museum
Phoenix, Arizona
From scavenger hunts to family-friendly movie schedules, there's more for kids to do here than just follow their parents through the exhibits. Children can make a Yavapai basket out...
Art Gallery
History Museum
Papago Park
Phoenix, Arizona
Get outdoors! Hiking trails, bike paths, and fishing ponds give your family space to enjoy outdoor activities in an unspoiled stretch of Arizona desert. Trail lengths vary to accommodate different...
Nature Center
Hiking
Bicycling
Fishing
Bright Angel Trail
Grand Canyon, Arizona
None of the routes down into the canyon is easy -- what goes down must come back up! -- but the Bright Angel Trail is the most clearly marked and...
Hiking
Park
Dolly Steamboat
Phoenix, Arizona
These 90-minute cruises on Canyon Lake (in the area known as the "Junior Grand Canyon") are a treat for nature-loving families. If your kids are old enough to...
Boat Tour
Boat Ride
Grand Canyon Helicopter Tours
Grand Canyon, Arizona
The official helicopter ride of the Grand Canyon is offered by Grand Canyon Helicopter Tours, and departs from the heliport on Highway 64 at the north entrance of Grand Canyon...
Aerial Ride
Skywalk
Grand Canyon, Arizona
A glass bridge that spans a side canyon, the Skywalk was envisioned by creator David Jin as a chance to experience the Grand Canyon as an eagle sees it. Although...
Park
Cracker Jax Family Fun & Sports Park
Phoenix, Arizona
With plenty of indoor and outdoor activities, it's easy to plan a visit of several hours here, even during the hot summer months. Little ones will have to measure up...
Amusement Park
Arcade / Game Room
Go-Cart
Desert Botanical Garden
Phoenix, Arizona
Located within Papago Park, this beautiful botanical garden has stunning plants and flowers as well as special exhibits. Children's program activities, like weekend face-painting, are included in the admission...
Garden
Rim Trail
Grand Canyon, Arizona
For full, sweeping canyon views, nothing beats the aptly named Rim Trail, which follows the canyon rim from close to Kolb Studio in Grand Canyon Village to Hermit's Rest. The...
Park
Hiking
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Journey by Mule or Wild West Train
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