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Events > Fun Things To Do > Things To Do In Arizona > Fun Things To Do In Arizona - Theme Parks, Zoos, Museums, Attractions Things To Do In Arizona - Phoenix, Tucson, AZ List of Fun Things To Do in Arizona:
List Your Arizona Attraction Grand Canyon National Park Grand Canyon Arizona Description: Grand Canyon is a steep-sided gorge carved by the Colorado River. It is largely contained within the Grand Canyon National Park - one of the first national parks in the U.S. Tohono Chul Park Tucson, Arizona Location: 7366 N Paseo Del Norte Contact Phone: 520-742-6455 Website: www.tohonochulpark.org Description: Tohono Chul Park is a wildlife refuge within the metropolitan area of Tucson. Covering 48 acres, the park is designed to educate visitors about this desert area via demonstration gardens, greenhouse and the unique geology wall. Visitors enjoy the pleasant tea room, the greenhouse shop and the small but informative museum. Breakers Tucson, Arizona Location: 8555 Tangerine Rd Contact Phone: 520-682-2304 Website: www.breakerswaterpark.com Description: One of Tucson's two water parks, Breakers boasts Arizona's largest wave pool, plus five super slides, two tube slides and an entire section set aside especially for little kids. When it's time for a break, huge shade umbrellas and covered ramadas protect guests from the blazing desert sun, and the snack bars offer cold drinks, pizza and other kid-friendly food. Reid Park Zoo Tucson, Arizona Location: 1100 S Randolph Way Contact Phone: 520-791-4022 Website: www.tucsonzoo.org Description: This well-planned, 17-acre zoo features all of your zoo favorites, including polar bears, jaguars, ostriches and much more. The Aviary exhibit, with its array of birds, is a popular destination, as is the South American exhibit. With more than 500 rare animals, the zoo is active in helping endangered species such as Siberian tigers and ruffed lemurs. Desert Botanical Garden Phoenix, Arizona Location: 1201 N Galvin Pkwy Contact Phone: 480-941-1225 Website: www.dbg.org Description: Located in Papago Park, this Phoenix attraction features the world's largest outdoor desert plant collection. A vast array of colorful wildflowers has been strategically placed to create a spectacular display that delights visitors in the springtime. Not only is this park a treat for the eyes, but it also provides exercise for the body and mind. This Phoenix botanical garden features exhibits that illustrate the importance of plants beyond their natural beauty. Phoenix Art Museum Phoenix, Arizona Location: 1625 N Central Contact Phone: 602-257-1222 Website: www.phxart.org Description: In this city, attractions abound, but the Phoenix Art Museum provides visitors with the opportunity to experience some of best art the world has to offer. This Phoenix attraction has built a great reputation by presenting ground-breaking exhibitions that challenge their viewers' perceptions of art. The exhibits within the museum represent artists from all over the world and have tackled such themes as fashion, rhythm, and American modernism. Arizona Capitol Museum Phoenix, Arizona Location: 1700 W Washington Contact Phone: 602-926-3620 Website: www.lib.az.us Description: The building that houses this great Phoenix attraction once served as the state capitol building. The Arizona Capitol Museum is a historical time capsule that contains documents and artifacts that pertain to the great history and heritage of Arizona. One of the more famous exhibits documents the story of the USS Arizona, the naval battleship that was sunk during the battle at Pearl Harbor. This Arizona history museum is one of the best family attractions around. Saguaro National Park Tucson, Arizona Location: 3693 S Old Spanish Trl, Rincon Mountain District Visitor Center, Contact Phone: 520-733-5153 Website: www.nps.gov Description: Saguaro National Park is the only place in the world that protects the saguaro cactus, a symbol of Arizona that grows only in the Sonoran Desert. You can see the well-known plant as well as other types of desert life that have shown resilience in adapting to the harsh, sweltering environment. Enjoy the scenery from the air-conditioned comfort of your car or venture out for a breathtaking hike for an up-close look. More Interesting Stuff To Do in Arizona Coming Soon! How To Start A Concession Stand  Arizona Things To Do & Events SurveyBored? Find a List of Interesting, Exciting & Fun Things Including Tourist Attractions | Event Insurance | Search | List Events | Contact | About | Security
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