Quick Summary: The capital of the southwestern U.S. state of Arizona, Phoenix is known for its warm temperatures and year-round sun. Attractions for the whole family include the Arizona Science Center, the Children’s Museum of Phoenix, the Musical Instrument Museum, and the Heard Museum.


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1. Arizona Science Center ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Arizona Science Center | Fun & Affordable Things to Do in Phoenix with Kids
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2. Children’s Museum of Phoenix ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Kids & Family
Children’s Museum of Phoenix | Fun & Affordable Things to Do in Phoenix with Kids
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3. i.d.e.a. Museum

Category: Museums & Culture
i.d.e.a. Museum | Fun & Affordable Things to Do in Phoenix with Kids
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4. Arizona Museum of Natural History

Category: Museums & Culture
Arizona Museum of Natural History | Fun & Affordable Things to Do in Phoenix with Kids
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5. S'edav Va'aki Museum

Category: Museums & Culture
S'edav Va'aki Museum | Fun & Affordable Things to Do in Phoenix with Kids
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6. Valley Youth Theatre

Category: Entertainment
Valley Youth Theatre | Fun & Affordable Things to Do in Phoenix with Kids
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7. Phoenix Art Museum

Category: Museums & Culture
Phoenix Art Museum | Fun & Affordable Things to Do in Phoenix with Kids
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8. Musical Instrument Museum

Category: Entertainment
Musical Instrument Museum | Fun & Affordable Things to Do in Phoenix with Kids
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9. Desert Botanical Garden

Category: Activities
Desert Botanical Garden | Fun & Affordable Things to Do in Phoenix with Kids
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10. Butterfly Wonderland

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Butterfly Wonderland | Fun & Affordable Things to Do in Phoenix with Kids
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11. Heard Museum

Category: Museums & Culture
Heard Museum | Fun & Affordable Things to Do in Phoenix with Kids
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12. Phoenix Zoo

Category: Kids & Family
Phoenix Zoo | Fun & Affordable Things to Do in Phoenix with Kids
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13. Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium

Category: Kids & Family
Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium | Fun & Affordable Things to Do in Phoenix with Kids
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14. The McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park

Category: Kids & Family
The McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park | Fun & Affordable Things to Do in Phoenix with Kids
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15. Enchanted Island Amusement Park at Encanto Park

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Enchanted Island Amusement Park at Encanto Park | Fun & Affordable Things to Do in Phoenix with Kids
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16. Goldfield Ghost Town

Goldfield Ghost Town | Fun & Affordable Things to Do in Phoenix with Kids
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17. Out of Africa Wildlife Park

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Out of Africa Wildlife Park | Fun & Affordable Things to Do in Phoenix with Kids
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18. SEA LIFE Arizona

SEA LIFE Arizona | Fun & Affordable Things to Do in Phoenix with Kids
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19. Wet ‘n’ Wild Phoenix

Wet ‘n’ Wild Phoenix | Fun & Affordable Things to Do in Phoenix with Kids
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20. The Teapot

The Teapot | Fun & Affordable Things to Do in Phoenix with Kids
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21. Cerreta Candy Company

Category: Kids & Family
Cerreta Candy Company | Fun & Affordable Things to Do in Phoenix with Kids
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Plan ahead for these events:
- Arizona State Fair - September 20 through October 27, 2024
- Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair & Market - March 1 - 2, 2025
- NASCAR Championship Weekend - November 4-6, 2024

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