Fun things to do in Scottsdale: 49 fun attractions and activities

For anyone that loves butterflies and other insects, this is the place for you. An awesome video at the beginning that talks about stages of the butterfly, thought was very interesting. Once in the butterfly area, it was awesome, had a few land on me, that was cool. Go here early, when its cooler, but definitely a must see!

Butterfly Wonderland is awesome, let me start with that before getting into the few downsides. The whole concept is brilliant and beautiful. Not only are they helping preserve butterfly species and supporting conservation efforts, but they’re also giving the public a chance to experience these incredible creatures up close. That’s amazing! My only real complaint is the price. For two people, it’s about $75 for an experience that lasts roughly an hour or two at most. It’s a bit steep, but it feels better knowing the money goes toward something meaningful rather than just another theme park. Overall, I’d definitely recommend checking it out if you’re in the area. Be sure to spend enough time in the sanctuary, you’ll want to slow down, take it all in, and hopefully have a few butterflies land on you!

You cant go wrong walking through a tropical jungle with butterflies flying all around you! It was so soothing and calming! The staff were super helpful answering all our questions and giving us directions! Be warned, it's humid so dress accordingly! You won't regret stopping here in your visit to Phoenix!

Awesome attraction especially if you have kids, my 2 small toddlers really enjoyed themselves, and it was a fun mixture of entertainment and education. Staff are all very friendly, knowledgeable, and willing to share info on the butterflies. They have some small indoor exhibits with fish and reptiles as well. They also have inclusive options for children with processing difficulties or other challenges. Definitely a worthwhile place to visit when at the boardwalk

10/10 would recommend this place to anyone in the area! They had a short video on the monarch butterfly migration. They also have a near area where they show the life of a butterfly and the stages there before they release them with the others. There were so many and they were so gorgeous and perfect! Their snack area was clean and tidy. The staff was super friendly. There was so much to look at and I wanted to take pictures of everything. It’s def worth every penny!

Love bringing my daughter here! We have so much fun. Beautiful butterflies and fun experience. We go first thing when they open because they get pretty busy! Worth the money in my opinion.

We visit Butterfly Wonderland every time we come to Arizona, at least once a year. This time, Jonathan Levingston was playing his violin and took the experience up a notch! We sat and just listened, making us stay longer than our past visits. Also, it seems like everyone we come, we learn something new about the place, how the butterflies are transported, how they hatch, and so many cool facts!

This is a great park. The new splash pad is small and isn't shaded directly, but there is plenty of shade around it with seating. The outdoor playground is huge and recently got sun sails so it mostly shaded. There are a few things that you need to pay for to do, but they are small amounts. The indoor playground, the train ride, and the carousel. The train ride is a ten minute ride around the park field and is so fun for the kids. There is a gift shop, and an ice cream/ snack bar also which are indoor and really nice. Plenty of seating throughout. Love this park.

Such a neat place! Large retired train cars throughout the park. They have a small train ride that's about an 8-10 min ride, a large carousel that you can ride either for $3 per person. Ages 2 and under are free. Huge outdoor playground with many unique obstacles. Lots of space to run and play. Small restaurant, museum, gift shop and a large miniature train set with interactive buttons. You can pay $12 for a wrist band for unlimited train and carousel rides for the day. Highly recommend and such a great value!

Nice place to visit. They have several different buildings to explore. The one with the miniature train sets is free and quiet expansive. The grounds are well kept and they have several areas for kids to play along with a small locomotive to take a ride on. Overall a wonderful place to go with large trees, benches, and beautiful shade.

Great place to take the kids. The highlight for me was the model train building. It was a huge building with model train lay outs from N scale to O scale. Unbelievable, the detail in the layouts. The train ride is more for kids, and is a short ride around the facility. The serve ice cream and good lunch foods. I had their chili with corn bread. It was home made I thought. Lots of train history to explore. It's not very expensive to get in , and is worth the time to experience.

I had the best ditch day with my mini me!!! From the indoor playground to the outdoor playground to the train ride to my babygirls favorite the carousel was a blast.. but she also loved cooling at the splash pad. Thanks for an awesome day.

The rides are amazing and so reasonably priced. They just renovated the playground which is awesome. A new splash pad is there and an indoor playground as well. I went here as a kid and I'm still coming back!

Visited this park for the Halloween spooky train ride. The Halloween decorations and attractions are beyond expectations. It is a must to do for any toddler. Model train museum is impressive with a lot of attention to detail.

This tour—no kidding—changed my brain. Walking through the property was an expansive journey, and the audio tour was educational and really helped ground me in the space and pull me into the details of Frank Lloyd Wright’s design and philosophies. I can’t recommend this enough for lovers of design, story, and interesting spaces. I left inspired and with an augmented appreciation of the power of organic architecture, playfulness, and of spaces designed to foster community. If any questions come up for you, I highly recommend asking them to the staff present throughout the tour— they provided additional anecdotes and history that very much enriched our experience. My one regret is we didn’t go earlier in the day to be able to take more time soaking up the unique spaces.

It’s really easy to drive past the entrance since the sign blends in with the landscape. So keep an eye out! We took the self guided tour. The property was stunning, and we really enjoyed learning about Wright’s process and the history behind the property. Absolutely beautiful. The gift shop had so many unique items, too! Lots of locally made pieces.

The house in relation to the geography creates an ethereal setting that will leave you dazzled. It's an incredible way to experience Right's genius as you look through a window or a vista and realize that every turn, every view was meant to inspire. The tour goes by too quickly, like a dream you don't want to end. The controlled number of guests is also very important as the interior spaces are smaller than you think.

This was a great introduction to the complex. It was discovery day so the cost was only $5.00 each to go on a self guided tour. All the grounds and buildings were accessible and along the way they had hosts to provide details at various locations as well as answers questions. They also invited some other groups to provide information about their services. They also had some food vendors, activities and music. Free parking was provided and the fee allowed us to stay as long as we wanted. I was surprised that for a Saturday it not crowded and it was easy to view each location and enjoy the grounds.The store has a variety of keepsakes and beautiful creations for sale and the staff are very friendly.

Loved it! So informative and the guided tour was simply wonderful. Hard to imagine how all this was built in this hot landscape so many years ago! Very inspiring! Highly recommend!

Frank Lloyd Wright's genius design skills are at work here. The buildings look like they have always been there, which is the hallmark of his designs. Definitely a must see attraction in the Phoenix-Scottsdale area.

Such a great tour. FLW was so iconic to both Arizona and architecture. We did the hour audio tour which was very informative. This is a must see attraction.

Absolutely beautiful. The Botanical Gardens were one of the highlights of our trip. We enjoyed every bit of our time there. From the amazing variety of cacti and plants, to the lovely butterfly exhibition, it was all well done. We could have stayed all day and not gotten bored.

This is one of our favorite "happy places"! Friendly staff, beautiful scenery, unique and fun events, educational support for our own plants, and so many more things are what keep us coming back. It has something for everyone. Some of our favorite things so far have been getting married here, enjoying the yearly Boo-tanical Garden with the kids, having regular date days/nights here, and attending their plant sales. The restaurant and cafe are delicious, and the gift shop always has something worth taking home. We absolutely love the Desert Botanical Garden and would recommend to anyone looking for a nice date night, family time, or even just some "me time".

I’d give this place 10 stars if I could! The Desert Botanical Garden is absolutely beautiful and so well maintained. Every trail and exhibit is thoughtfully designed, and you can really see the care that goes into keeping everything in top shape. The staff were attentive, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable; they were happy to answer questions and share insights about the plants and desert landscape. It’s such a peaceful and inspiring place to explore, whether you’re a local or just visiting. There’s also a restaurant on site that feels like fine dining without being stuffy. The food was excellent, the atmosphere was relaxing, and they cater to a wide range of dietary needs. Overall, it’s a must-visit spot in Phoenix.

Must experience. Absolutely beautiful. We were fortunate to arrive after the monsoonal rains. Everything was green and blooming. We arrived a little before sunset, so we're able to see the gardens during the day, at sunset with a beautiful Arizona sky, and the gardens lit at night. The Botanical garden is open till 9:00 pm. If you have a layover at Phoenix Airport, the gardens aren't very far away. I would encourage anyone younger old to take time to visit.

The park is lovely. I went later in the afternoon at the end of October and it was still very warm. You can bring your own water bottle to fill at multiple filtered water stations - water comes out cold. Bring sunglasses, water bottle, sunblock and a hat. Gift shop is very nice.

This garden is LIVING POETRY. It was one of the BEST Botanical Gardens I have ever visited. I had no idea cactus could form a desert forest. The design and layout helps you discover a lush, wonderous living landscape of flora and fauna that is ALIVE and far from barren. Additional points: excellent to have water stations through out the park to drink from and the art installations added an ethereal mix to the otherworldly, romantic atmosphere.

Lots to see, beautifully kept gardens, plenty of water stations and the shop’s very nice - Only criticism was the portion sizes at the cafe (the food was very nice but not very substantial). Started to get a bit busier towards sunset (lots of couples having photo shoots). Have fun seeking out the naughtily shaped cacti

OdySea is an amazing aquarium. The theme follows the journey of a drop of rain. The exhibits are well maintained and the staff is very knowledgeable. The environment is welcoming and easy to navigate. There are tons of graphics sharing information in many areas of science and conservation. They offer encounters and the SeaTrek which is pretty cool for those who are not dive certified. You can spend an entire day taking photos of all the animals and reading all the signs and graphics. I visited on a Sunday and the number of people that day was not crowding so it was even more enjoyable. The penguin encounter is $100 but it is definitely an investment and an unforgettable experience.

We had a great time at the aquarium. The tanks are very clean and the species look very healthy. The signage is informative. The educational staff is more than willing to chat. Id particularly like to thank the woman of color (not sure of her name.. she is light skinned and has long hair) who talked to us about the sturgeons. We then saw her again downstairs by the jellyfish. She demonstrated such passion for fish, reptiles, oceans, ...all things aquatic! The variety of species is excellent, and the signage was informative and easy to read. A few comments/suggestions... I think it would be nice if this facility was not-for-profit or if a portion of the proceeds went towards charity. I also think the tanks need plant life. Plastic plants rubbed me the wrong way. This is the only home these creatures know. It should mimic natural conditions as much as possible, even if that means more work cleaning the tanks. The entry fee is also way too expensive for the average person. We only did the aquarium, not the other attractions, because of price. Overall, we were impressed by the variety of species, many ways to interact with them, the bright, clean and well-lit facility, lots of benches to sit on, and the Voyager "ride" was fun. I do wish Voyager was less geared towards kids. The recordings that played at each "stop" were very juvenile. Also, the gift shop was way too kid-oriented. We wanted to buy things, but the selection was limited for adults.

This was a super fun experience! Large variety of see life and I especially loved all the jellyfish! I didn't expect to see a sloth at the aquarium but it was adorable! We really enjoyed the rotating seats show for the sea lions, sharks and stingrays. This is a wonderful family thing to do in Phoenix!

I really did enjoy it but the price on it is insane like that's not reasonable whatsoever. You guys also have time slots but for some reason the aquarium is always packed to the brim like what's the point of the time slots if it's always going to be way too busy anyways? Still had a really good time. All the employees were helpful and nice.

Amazing aquarium that focuses on animal welfare and conservation! The staff are incredibly friendly and customer service oriented. One of the educators (I believe her name was Rainey) was such a delight to talk to and was very informative about the animals and exhibits! Will definitely come back again in the near future.

Gone there over 10 times. Great place for kids and adults. Go to restroom near entrance. You can see the shark aquarium. They have otters, crocs, clown fish, seals, giant turtles, lots of rays. Even if you run through everything it's still at least 2 hours worth of looking. The finale where the theater spins to see different parts of the aquarium is amazing. Lots to see and do. Pay more to get into other actives offered at the location. Worth it. Oh and sharks. Lots of sharks!

We have season passes and come here regularly. My son is obsessed with sharks, otters, and penguins. My daughter loves the sharks and the clownfish. They both love all the activities around the aquarium with the water table and the sand table. Also the touch areas. They don’t want to touch the fish but like to put their hands in the water. The season passes are a great price considering you get to come back for an entire year. It can get pretty busy if there’s a field trip there but we’ve never had any issues with it.

It's a small venue with 4 or 5 exhibits going at the same time. Walked through will take about an 1 hr depending on how much time you spend at each peice. It is a nice indoor retreat from the summer heat. I suggest checking for their free times or if you are part of your local library. See if you can snag a culture pass for free entrance for the adults.

This review highlights one of workers who made visiting this museum more memorable. He is an older Hispanic gentleman, who speaks English and Spanish, by the name of Lou (I didn't get his name initially but the front desk was able to provide it to me). Lou was fantastic! He took the time to explain some of the art pieces to me and my mom. He also showed me how to view some of the art pieces from different angle to display something I wouldn't have notice on my own. However, my favorite exhibit was Infinite. I had no idea each sphere has a speaker and played by a string quartet. It plays for about 16 minutes, so watching the spheres illuminate and listening to the music during that time was magical. I told Lou how I enjoyed this museum more than the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego but he was part of the reason why I enjoyed it. Thank you, Lou for making this museum more wonderful 😊 Will definitely be making another visit.

Honestly my favourite museum to go to. The staff are so chill and welcoming. The fees are nonexistent, which is great if you’re a broke college student. The exhibits are always really creative in nature and at times interactive. Recently I may or may not have been trapped in the room full of lights (Life on Mars exhibit) for hours on end. Just staring at the shifting patterns and lights. Truly mesmerising. 10/10 would get hypnotised for free again. Honestly wish I had the money to donate to this place 😭

I had a wonderful time visiting the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art. On the day that I went to visit with my family, they had limited exhibitions open because they were in the process of finalizing their full set of exhibits for the season. But the ones we were able to experience were extraordinarily and memorable. The “Squid Soup Infinite” room was fantastic and makes you want to stay there for hours. This is certainly a must visit for those visiting Arizona!

When we visited, two halls were being reinstalled, so we only saw a reduced exhibit. That was good enough, though the outdoor one was disappointing: it is to be seen during sunset or sunrise, not an obvious time to visit a museum.

Really cool! A short visit is all you need if you're pressed for time.. if you have time I could definitely have spent hours in the Squid space

The five gallery's were absolutely amazing. It's a must see

We did the docent led tours by JOE, he was amazing!!! The museum is very cool but the tour made it really special, thank you Joe! Free parking across the street, also 1 block from Main Street galleries

Arguably the best "small" museum I've ever been to. Incredible exhibits, great layout, super friendly staff. The Johm Clymer and John Clayton exhibits were as good as anything I've seen in years. Strongly recommend checking this out.

This is rated the best Western Museum in the US. A wonderful collection, tastefully displayed and volunteers are taking efforts to explain the contents. The bronze sculptures, the pottery and the paintings are very beautiful. Really good experience.

It's a good museum, the architecture of the building is great. As a person who grew up in Arizona I didn't personally find the museum content that interesting. The price is pretty comparable to other museums, but overall the collection and space is a little small. I would say the thing I disliked most was that it predominantly uses the voices and art of white people to talk about native people and cultures. If this wants to be a museum about the time and history of this area, they might include more accurate information on how the land was stolen, how the people and cultures were destroyed, and other painful but true parts of the history of the south west. If they want it to be a museum about the American gold rush, cowboy life, and the history related to that, that's fine too, but that isn't what they are claiming in the messaging. Overall a good museum but I wouldn't ever need to go twice

I was blown away by how much I enjoyed this museum! It has you classics... statues, paintings, pottery. It has the wild.... card cheating devices and thumbscrews. It tells you history and gives you insight to American Indians and Pioneer relationships. The docents are super informative!

This is a fabulous museum with a personable and knowledgeable docent staff. It's spacious, modern and the perfect backdrop for astounding bronze statues of western figures, both indigenous and immigrants. The paintings, Navajo weavings, jewelry and too much assorted bric-a-brac to count made for a wonderfully immersive experience into Western history. I cannot recommend more highly! Plus easy parking. Go there! Allow several hours.

Must visita I don't care how far you are from this museum, it is amazing. great pictures, statues. don't forget to go to the second floor. Thank you

Great hike for easy to moderate hike with 360⁰ views. While there is a fair amount of elevation change, the 2 mile trail is very well maintained with steps, benches, and signage. It's a 4 mile out and back or can be through-hiked. The park facility is very good. I'm not a super fast hiker but did the out and back in about 2 hours.

Great 3.2km (2 miles) one-way trail with beautiful views. Gets a bit challenging by the end but easy-moderate to hike

We had an amazing hiking experience here today. Along our way a volunteer, Gary, told us some impressive facts about the plants, trail, and tips to see the best views. He then proceeded to continue the hike as our guide. He made our whole experience better than we could have imagined. Lots of laughs and plenty of sweat was had haha

What a fantastic hike. Absolutely beautiful views. The visitor Center has a place to fill your water bottles as well as clean bathrooms. There is no fee for the parking or for the hike. Bring sunscreen and plenty of water. Like most of the desert There is almost no shade.

Open at 5:45 am Has lot of parking Has restroom Scenic points Shady Can go with family and friends 2 miles one way Moderate and easy Carry liter water

Beautiful views of homes I wish I could afford. Nice pleasant hike but there are some tough parts. Parking lot fills up early but spots start to open up around 9 am.

Fun hike, lots of good views of the surrounding neighborhoods and greater area. The parking is limited, but everything is super well maintained and the trail is well marked. I will say it was harder than I expected. A lot of significant inclines and declines. But a fun hike for sure.

I've been visiting here for years (on tour & events). This event was learning about bats. Everyone here is very friendly & knowledgeable about the wildlife. I highly recommend this rehab facility for learning about native animals.

We visited on a field trip and everyone had a great time. The guide was very knowledgeable and encouraged the kids to participate. There were fox, bears,wolf's, cougars, and other smaller animals. I would recommend water, sunblock, and closed toe shoes.

This tour would be well worth the money, even if the money was not going to such a good cause. Tour guides were knowledgeable, entertaining and provided fascinating information about the local wildlife that were in the refuge. It's appropriate for children and adults and I would highly recommend it.

My husband and I went to the bat netting last night and it was a fantastic experience! What a treasure we have in this community. All the staff were friendly and knowledgeable. The speaker from Department of Fish and Wildlife was entertaining as well knowledgeable. We cannot thank you enough for a wonderful evening. We will definitely be back.

This was the best experience I've had in a long time. I took my 3 year old and he had an absolute blast. It's so refreshing to see animals look happy and loved like these ones are. The tour was 2 hours and so informative! Very engaging! We donated to the javelinas and Will definitely donate again!! Thank you southwest wildlife for giving these precious babies a chance at living!

This place was AMAZING!!! Went with my best friend and her family and we all had so much fun! All animals came out and it's a great and close up experience, 10/10 would go again on my next visit

We had a really great experience. We brought our two young children, and had a wonderful time seeing the different animals and learning their stories. I’ve never been so close to those animals before in my life! It was a very meaningful and educational experience.

Awesome experience extremely nice and helpful staff. Nate in particular helped us over the phone and then checking us in and figuring out our ride schedule. It was awesome. Great entertainment for a seven-year-old boy!

Really fun experience for the price!! The track is well designed and the karts have both adult and junior speeds for the whole family! Very friendly workers and an arcade for the wait time. Highly recommended

I surprised my husband for a date at this place and we had a fantastic time!! The go karts are super fun and go fairly fast!! Definitely get your heart pumping and your competitive streak revving!! There were a couple self absorbed jerks who take it too seriously with their racing gloves and their better than everyone attitudes. But whatever, we didn’t let it get our panties in a twist, it was still a great time! We will definitely be back!

We had an absolute blast at Octane in Scottsdale! Our whole management team came out for a little team bonding, and it couldn’t have been more fun. From start to finish, the energy, the staff, and the experience were top-tier. It was the perfect mix of adrenaline and laughter—definitely a memory-maker. Highly recommend for any team outing or just a fun day with friends!

My boys wanted to have some fun while visiting Scottsdale and they chose Octane Raceway. Brandon was amazing to work with and tell us all about the activities. The VR was super fun and immersive. Go-karts were a hit! Would recommend for kiddos!

It was fun, however expensive. $146 for two people to have two races and one hour of ax throwing.

Octane Raceway is an absolute blast! This place is awesome. There is so much to do here - from go-kart racing, axe throwing, a virtual reality arena, an arcade, plus a full bar and kitchen as well. Seriously, something for everyone! Came here for a work event, and everyone had a great time. We played the Virtual Reality and had so much fun! If you're into zombies, you have to play Outbreak! I definitely recommend trying the VR if you've never done it before, it's intense, and so life like. Plus, you get a video of everyone running around screaming at the end to laugh at! There is truly something for everyone here at Octane Raceway! Even if you're just grabbing a drink and watching the indoor go-kart racing, this place is a ton of fun. Whether it's date night or family night, 10/10 would recommend!

I have been to several music events at this venue. The sound is outstanding! The venue has an intimate seating arrangement, allowing for excellent viewing from any seat. My one complaint is that the seating chart needs to identify a wall that blocks the outside seats, and you can not exit into the aisle. You must walk back across all the seats into the interior aisle to exit.

Located in a nice section of Old Town Scottsdale... plenty of nearby restaurants and lounges...ample free parking.... comfortable seating... friendly and helpful staff! Great show and terrific ticket price

We had a wonderful time. The sound system could use a bit of work but the show was amazing.

I saw the Fabulous Commadore's at this venue. Beautiful, small and just perfect! About 300 seats, every seat has a great view. Easy parking, restaurants nearby and wine served. I will continue to see performers here!

This post is way over due, but here it is. I attended the Randy Travis Tribute. I use a wheelchair part time and bought a regular seat. At the time of my purchase I was not using my chair. The week of the show I had a flare up but I was not about to miss seeing one of my favorite artists. So, I showed up early and spoke with staff. The show was sold out. However, they were so sweet and accommodating. Someone from staff sat me and took my chair to a safe spot. I was even given a cell number if I needed my chair at any point during the show. I was so impressed with the kindness and assistance I received. I will definitely come back for future events here. The staff is amazing and the facility is very nice. Thank you to everyone, including all of the patrons who assisted me to my seat. You were all angels.

A wonderful place to hang out and enjoy various performances.

Beautiful venue, acoustics are fantastic. Seats were quite comfy and you don’t feel like you are smooshed to the people next to you. Do be thoughtful of the fact that there are a number of stairs involved if you are sitting close to the stage. I would also add that if you want to park in the closest ramp, you will want to arrive at least an hour before the show starts to ensure a spot.

Super nice surprise finding this in Scottsdale AZ. To top it off, IT'S FREE. Looking at those beautiful cars that made raceing history from different years and drivers. Not a very big museum, but when you look, that it's all from the one team. That is impressive in so many ways.

An absolute gem for motorsport enthusiasts! The Penske Racing Museum offers a fascinating glimpse into the history and achievements of one of the most successful teams in racing. Even better – admission is completely free, which makes this a must-visit for anyone interested in cars, racing, or engineering excellence. The museum features a stunning collection of race cars, trophies, and memorabilia from decades of competition, including highlights from IndyCar, NASCAR, and more. Each exhibit is thoughtfully displayed, and you can really feel the legacy and passion behind Team Penske. The space itself is clean, modern, and easy to explore. Whether you’re a lifelong racing fan or just curious, this museum offers something for everyone. Don’t miss the gift shop and the beautiful views from the upstairs gallery! Highly recommended – a hidden treasure in Scottsdale!

This place is AWESOME (and free)! I’ve wanted to go here so bad and I finally got the chance. There’s plenty of: - History - Legacy - Cool cars And last but not least, COOL CARS. My favorite was 1973 Donohue’s Porsche, I wish its engine was displayed tho. Still, amazing location, there’s plenty of dealerships that you can take a look around and the Ferrari dealer right beside it lets you go there and check some really interesting Spyders. There was a random Ferrari Dino and 512 Dino that were looking pristine.

Really neat thing to unexpectedly find outside of the Motorsports hubs of Charlotte and Indianapolis. Quick 10-15 minutes inside the ground floor will show you the cars, with a cafe and trophies upstairs. Afterwards, browse the adjacent dealerships for cars you can only dream of driving.

Neat museum of racecars sandwiched between high end car dealerships. It's free admission also and when you're done you can wander around the lot looking at Ferraris, Bentleys, and Lamborghinis. Pretty awesome.

Great for that car guy! Very nice, nice cafe upstairs. The best is FREE ADMISSION! CAFE VERY INEXPENSIVE!!

As a nascar fan came across this museum by accident. Glad we did. Not very big but great history for what it has.

Nice place to check out if you are in the area. Great to see a working studio tucked in the middle of a fully developed residential area. Friendly staff, interesting architecture/studio, if you time it right you can see them pouring into the castings, etc, which I did not see. You can also purchase from the huge selection displayed through the compound. Free parking, no pressure to buy anything.

Otherworldly place where you can take in the scenery and learn about art. This is a very unique place unlike any place you've ever been. It is hot and that adds to the ambience, bring some appropriate clothing. One of the more fascinating parts about our vacation, definitely a place to remember. Worth the drive. Not too far though.

Very cool studio to enjoy the outdoors and artwork. I've always wanted one of their patina wind chimes and picked one up today. Highly recommend visiting if you want a unique souvenir.

It's a cool experience if you're passing through the area. Spent maybe 25 minutes roaming around. It's quite small. The architecture was very intriguing. There are some good photo op areas. If you person appreciate either art or architecture, I'd give it a go!

Nice outdoor art gallery where they create wind chimes on site. They have some spectacular pieces, and all are for sale.

This was such an interesting place to visit. I enjoyed scoping out the architecture, and I adored the sound of the bells. I was so fortunate to see bell's being poured the day I visited. It was fascinating to watch. Molten metal was poured into the molds...so exciting. It was a grand adventure.

The signage is there, but not obvious. But once you walk down the entrance path, there is a beautiful showroom for their handcrafted bells & tiles. A little further on you can watch them pour liquid brass or aluminum into earthen molds. Small cafe on site. On certain days the offer hands on workshops. (Sadly my tile making workshop was canceled.) Plenty of parking though very little shade. The history of the place is interesting, and you have to admire those who carry on the legacy is fairly rustic facilities.

They have nine different attractions. If you buy each ticket individually, it will get expensive. It is best to purchase multiple attractions at once. You can also purchase an annual pass for the OdySea Aquarium, which will pay for itself after a couple of visits. Plenty of photo opportunities throughout the boardwalk. There are a few food options to choose from as well.

Really cool place to visit the Odysea Aquarium and Butterfly experience were very cool especially the Aquarium lots of cool shops great place to take kids and grandkids, as well as adults too.

We absolutely love Foam Frenzy at AZ Boardwalk! 🌊🫧 It’s so much fun for the kids (and honestly the adults too!) tons of bubbles, music, and nonstop laughter. The whole atmosphere at AZ Boardwalk makes it even better with great food spots and other activities nearby. A perfect place for family fun and summer memories. We can’t wait to come back!

There’s a lot of different attractions here for all age groups. We mostly come here for the aquarium since we as seasonal pass holders. My kids love going there. But the dinosaur and butterfly attractions are also super fun and kid friendly. You can easily spend a few hours here.

We had a fantastic day doing the American Diabetes walk here. It was so beautifully designed. They have something for everyone. Food, activities, and a wonderful area in the middle of is circular design that was great to hang out and see the large dinosaurs on display, drink our coffees and take photos on the multiple displays

We visited the Butterfly Wonderland. It is one of my wife's favorite places to visit. The 3-D movie about the monarch annual migration is amazing as you are in the midst of them. They receive 1500 cocoons per week from all over the world. It can get busy as it is a destination for school groups, too

We love to come on Saturday here specially during summer holidays for kids attending the event here such good place to visit

I liked the exhibits here. They are maybe more on the trendy side. But there were exhibits that were very thought provoking. It's fun and I'm glad they have this art space at the fashion square mall.

This was a very unusual art experience. Many of the exhibits move and tell a story. The cocktail bar is a great touch. Good value yet strange location- under the escalators @ Fashion Sq. Mall. Worth a try. 45 minutes to an hour tops.

Fun experience. Inside the mall. The exhibits change every few months so it's different things to see. Sad we didn't get to see the hot air balloon room and the tape wall but it was cool to see all the different exhibits.

We are in Scottsdale for vacation and I had found Wonderspaces on TikTok. Located inside the Fashion Square Mall. On bottom floor near food court area. Very cool art museum. Had about 10-12 different art areas. Seems they switch them out , not sure how often. We walked up, no wait, we paid , sign waiver and we were good to go! Staff was very sweet. Kid friendly. Very clean. Had a bar to purchase drinks , but it was not open when we were there. Only wish it was bigger and they had more space to put more things!

You have to buy your tickets online or by scanning a QR code when you get there. There are some things to fill out but it only takes a few minutes. All the exhibits were great. My 14 year old and I really enjoyed it.

This was an absolutely incredible art experience. It engaged my mind more than anticipated. Absolutely worth the price. Makes for a great date!

Such a fun, interactive, creative space! We brought 2 kids (10 and 7) and they enjoyed it as much as the adults. Great hour long activity. Bonus: They have a bar (with great mocktails and cocktails!)

Nice historical place where the first building built with red bricks in Arizona. Nice historical experience

This museum is closed in the summer and has limited hours in May and September. Closed June, July, August. May and Sept hours are Wed-Sat 10am-2pm, Sun noon-4pm.

My husband, son and I visited this museum and we were amazed at the amount of history it provided. We were glad we stopped in. The docents, Barry and Betty, were so welcoming and informative. Great little gem of a museum!

The Scottsdale Historical Museum is a small, but packed history of the founding family of Scottsdale. Admission is FREE! There is a ramp for those who need assistance and cannot use the stairs to enter. Volunteers available to answer questions and point you in the direction to start.

Small but FREE museum with some interesting local history displayed. Right in the heart of the Civic Center Development. Worth a quick stop.

Interesting and informative and free! The staff members were very very nice and helpful. I would recommend it if you're walking round in old Town scottsdale, there was some really cool before and after pics of scottsdale as well as the city's origin story. I had a fun visit ! The building used to be a schoolhouse and then it was a library!

I grew up in Scottsdale so when I was a kid, this building was a library. Scottsdale has done a nice job of turning it into a museum. It doesn't take to long to go through it and well worth the time to see the history of the area.

Beautiful Set up and completely free! One of the best places to see all the local Flora. If you are in the Pheonix area and are looking for some prestine Saguaro Cacti, than this is a perfect stop!

If you are looking for a free afternoon. These gardens are a nice escape from busy streets and shopping malls. Part of a much larger complex that includes jogging paths, baseball diamonds, and a dog park.

Small park to hang around and see plants. It was such smaller than what I thought, right next to a dog park. The entrance is through the park, it has no entrance on it's own. Google sent is to a non-existent entrance and we had to drive all the way around.

A very neat place to stop in a walk around! There’s a large dog park, two restroom locations, soccer fields, and decent parking. They have so many plants, trees, bushes, and cacti. Many of them are labeled with little signs giving the name. There’s multiple locations with a map to share where you are. The Mesquite Bosque was very calm and tranquil. I really liked that. The Water Harvest Basin was super cool and visually appealing.

Beautiful park! Very relaxing. I stopped by here while waiting for my flight out of Phoenix. Saw many birds and a few rabbits. ❤️

A beautiful place to have randomly pulled over and checked out. Educational, calming, lovely.

I highly recommend Scottsdale Xeriscape Garden. To elaborate, this destination offers informative insight pertaining to beautiful plants, a harmonious trail walk, alongside beautiful nature for contemplation, enhancing quality of life.

This was an Amazing experience.!! My parents and I went for my birthday bc I wanted to try something new and im truly glad we went. Our server Jason was amazing.!! The show was really good. The staff and performers were great.!! Def a must experience to check out.

As a family who went in with no expectations and only a word of mouth review, this experience was ASTOUNDING. The food was delicious, the seats were stupendous, the souvenirs, the drinks, and the costumes were outstanding, and the best part was definitely the people. Our waitress Rylee was by far the highlight of the experience! She was extremely kind, kept us well fed, was immersed in her role and was just a genuinely incredible person! Two other notable people of the show were the Red and Blue knights! They were so sweet and chatted with us a bit after the show! Overall, this experience was by far the most amazing show we have ever gotten to experience! We will definitely be back!

What a great and unique experience! If you’re a renaissance fan this is a MUST! A bit nerdy but extremely fun and entertaining. Real jousting and a true show, staff are passionate and friendly. You walk in and you’re instantly transported back in time. Drinks are typical for a themed event, but the free mug makes it worth it. Food honestly was not terrible, I thought the chicken was very good. If you’re vegetarian it’s really just a salad though. Felt it was a one and done experience but glad we went! If you're an animal lover it can be a bit off putting seeing the horses. They seem well taken care of (but some do excessively drool).

Spent about $200 for two of us. The food was cold and mediocre at best. The King and queen must've had their lips directly on the microphone as it was very hard to hear them. The horses and the tournament were fun to watch. Drinks were good but weak considering what we paid for them. The service was good. It was 1 server for the whole section. So the food was lukewarm when delivered. Overall, the experience was just ok. Ill wait for the Renaissance fair to come back.

My husband and I went to Medieval Times Scottsdale for our birthday dinner this year and it was such a fun and memorable experience. From the moment we walked in the atmosphere was immersive with castle decor, cheering crowds, and incredible attention to detail. The show was exciting and entertaining. The knights put on an amazing performance with jousting, sword fights, and plenty of audience interaction. We were on the edge of our seats cheering for our knight. The horses were beautiful and so well trained which made the show even more impressive.

Fantastic experience. Our 4 year old loves knights and sword fights so we took him for his birthday - he was engaged the whole time. The sword fighting was good, the jousting and horses were amazing and the falcon was cool. The roast chicken was good, the rest of the food wasn’t phenomenal but wasn’t bad, it was decent. We paid for the royalty package to get the priority seating within the first two rows, the experience was worth the price, I’d go again sometime. We got there an hour early and were some of the first people in, that was worth it not to be waiting in line in the sun. Bring some money for souvenirs, there’s a lot of fun things there.

My experience at the Medieval Times dinner and tournament show was truly memorable. The atmosphere within the castle walls is vibrant and captivating. The King and Queen preside regally from their thrones, while the meticulously crafted armor, notable for its impressive designs and substantial weight, commands attention. The decorations, which extend throughout the gift shops and bar, are particularly striking, especially within the performance arena. The sand of the arena, where the horses perform, is well-maintained, and the royal balcony provides a fitting backdrop for the regal presence of the King and Queen. The lighting, with its diverse array of fixtures, further enhances the overall ambiance.

My parents and I had an amazing time on their golf cart tour of Scottsdale! They kept saying how glad they are that we chose to do this tour. It was fun, informative, lasted just the right amount of time, and the tour guide really seemed to like his job and really knew what he was talking about. He was so warm and personable! I think his name started with a C. He was a young man from Buffalo. Fantastic tour guide!

What a wonderful company. Weather got very hot and called to see if I could do a different tour. My plans had me locked to that time. The owner went out of his way to accommodate me. Then Anthony (I hope I got his name right) was great as a guide on the E-bike. Fun and loads of local knowledge. Got a hike in on Camelback mountain despite the mid 90’s heat. Thanks for going above and beyond.

This tour was a blast! We brought all our adult kids and thier spouses to see downtown Scottsdale! Brian was our tour guide and was super fun and safe! He made everyone feel comfortable and confident before we took off! Even with our large group he made it very personable! Thanks for the great memories for us!

What an amazing way to see the city! JR was an amazing guide and taught us a lot of the history of Scottsdale. Never would have known it was a farming community! Also, don’t drink the water in Scottsdale. The path is beautiful and the e-bikes are so fun. You can decide the amount of help you want to get along the way. I decided to pedal but you can basically just sit back and relax.

We had a great time riding Safeways through old town. We are a family of 4, with my youngest being 12. Brian was our guide and he was awesome. It was a great way to hear about the history and see the sights, while also keeping the kids entertained!!

If you’ve never been to Scottsdale or just want to learn about the history, sight-see and have a awesome couple hours, this is it!! We had an absolute blast and Jason was fantastic; so upbeat, fun, knowledgeable and made sure you were safe/comfortable! This tour showed us the city like we would’ve never got to see on our own. Thanks so much, Jason!!

Heather was a wonderful instructor & tour guide. We loved the Segway tour. Our teenagers loved it. We learned so much about Scottsdale and had a great time doing it. Thank you. Very safe, just fantastic. Heather really made sure we all felt comfortable driving the Segway before hitting the road. Heather was very safety conscious, sweet & smart. The ice vests were wonderful and the earpiece was great. Desi & Hannah & loved it. Civic center, old town, art district, river front, sun dial....... all great. Thank you!

Excellent museum! It is a huge place. You wear a headset which plays music as you approach the various exhibits. Exhibits are well labeled and so many interesting details. I loved hearing and seeing people playing the instruments on display via the headset and videos. There is a room where kids and adults can play a variety of instruments. Highly recommend!

Very amazing and educational museum. Would definitely recommend to anyone to go! 2 stories of history and cultures! Plan for it to take a good portion of your day. They have a cafeteria on site that has amazing food as well! Also an interactive instrument room where you can try out some of the different instruments you saw in the exhibits!

This museum is now firmly within my top 5 favorite museums in the world. I was pleasantly surprised at how large the museum is after deciding to visit last-minute. The exhibits are thoughtfully curated and include not only visuals but optional audio for everything you are viewing. With interesting facts about instruments, artists, and music styles from around the world. I only had the chance to see about 1/4 of all they have in my quick 2 hour visit so I’d recommend planing a few hours to come here and experience it all. There is a gallery where you can play a variety of instruments which as a musician was a dream. I’ve always wanted to play a harp and got the chance to do so here! The gift shop had such a fun variety of unique items, I came away with jewelry made from piano strings that I love! And on top of it all, this museum was truly inclusive for folks who need special accessibility accommodations. I recently injured my foot putting me on crutches. The staff kindly offered my choice of a wheelchair or electric scooter at no charge to use while in the museum. I can’t wait for the day I can come back to experience more!!

It is the best museum I ever seen! I am not a fan of music, but I am deeply touched by all kinds of music and instruments from all over the world, hundreds of countries and hundreds cultures. Staff in this museum are super nice, they are ready to answer your questions and provide useful information you need. This museum is not only good for adults, but also great place for kids! If you want your kid to learn instruments, bring kids to this museum and kids will start to fall in love with music. I will definitely come back to this museum again with my kid. Overall, I strongly recommend this museum. It is the No.1 best museum among the hundreds of museums I have seen.

An incredible collection of instruments spanning the globe. Our visit was particularly auspicious as it coincided with the "Stradivarius and the Golden Age of Violins and Guitars" exhibit. The violins and bows were exquisite. Plan to spend the day wandering through the various rooms to learn about cultural context and history.

MIM is worth the drive, no matter where you're staying in Phoenix. It's not just for music lovers, but also about history and engineering. We drove up from Tempe with our ASU student - we already plan to go back! The mechanical music room was fascinating and the artists room had so much variety - do not say no to the headphones. The experience of floating in and out of the sounds of the instruments on display really was magic. We finished with watching the short introduction film they offered. After experiencing the museum, it really brought home the universality of music through out all of human history... and it seems all to be represented right there in MIM. Really well organized and displayed: unique instruments, how instruments are made, antidotes from artists, instruments and musical styles from every corner of the world. Love!

A very fun place to visit! I thought a museum about musical instruments may not be very large or interesting, yet MIM changed my mind completely. It not only shows music from different countries, but also demonstrates the deeper cultures behind the music. As the picture shows, “Music is the language of the soul.” I think everyone who love music should visit this place, and you will see a much bigger world!

Review for Pangea Land of the Dinosaurs – Scottsdale Boardwalk Pangea was a fun adventure! Located right on the Scottsdale Boardwalk, we’ve seen it many times and finally decided to check it out—and we’re glad we did. The exhibits were well maintained, and there were plenty of interactive options for the kids, including a fossil dig that they really enjoyed. We also attended a live presentation, and the host made it both educational and entertaining—definitely a highlight! The staff overall were friendly and helpful, which added to the positive experience. If you or your kids are dinosaur lovers, this is a great spot for a fun and engaging outing.

Kids had a blast, the whole exhibit is done really nice w statues of dinosaurs and animatronics. There's also crafts for kids if you get the kids VIP ticket. For a lil more the kids can sluice for stones. Very cool!

Its a fun experience, its a smaller place for sure but fun for families and people who enjoy dinosaurs. There is an arcade here and some hands on activities for the children to do at the end. Not sure why there are so many negative reviews. My kids had a great time. The only negative is the guy that talks during the presentations, he is just too loud. This is a fun place but is a little overpriced for the size of venue

It goes by pretty quick but you can walk through as many times as you'd like. The arts and crafts crew were on their game this visit and made it so fun for the kids! You have to download an app to follow along with the QR codes for a prize, would rather not buy did for the babes.

I think my dino-obsessed 6yo was right in the sweet spot for this place. A toddler would probably run right through it and an older kid might be bored. I do think it would be better if the dinosaurs were more spread out and we avoided the arcade (because why??). The guy running the kids activities was great. He clearly loved dinosaurs and jumped right in with facts and suggestions. We spent an hour and probably would have been longer if we had more time.

I took my 2 year old here and she had a fun time, she was excited about the dinosaurs; however, it is definitely not worth the price. It is extremely small I doubt you would spend longer than 25-30 minutes here. I think it definitely would have been more worth it if you at least got one adult for free but the fact you have to pay for everyone is ridiculous. Considering this is basically the same price as the children's museum I wouldn't pay for this again.

We really enjoyed it. Fun dioramas and the real experience is going on a guided tour and speaking with someone who really knows what they're talking about. In addition to just talking about the static displays our guide also talked about the latest research and what we know now vs what was believed before, and she was able to answer all our questions.

Zach and AZ Food Tours are the real deal! We did a private food tour in Scottsdale on my bachelorette party with 11 girls and it was AMAZING! We hit four different spots, had plenty of food and great drinks, and never felt rushed. Our guide, Zach, was the absolute best— personable, funny, and super knowledgeable. He made the whole experience feel easy and fun (and kept our big group on track). Highly recommend this tour for literally anyone, whether it’s a girls trip, family outing, or just hanging with friends. Such a fun way to eat, drink, and explore Scottsdale!

We had the best time on our walking food tour with Arizona Food Tours! Huge shoutout to Tom, our awesome guide — he let us wander at our own pace, answered all our questions, and shared so many cool Scottsdale facts I’d never heard (and I’ve lived in AZ for 18 years!). The food stops were all amazing and thoughtfully picked. Zach, the owner, was great to work with — super friendly, responsive, and made the whole process easy from start to finish. Highly recommend for both visitors and locals! It’s the perfect way to eat, explore, and support some amazing local spots.

What a fantastic experience! Zach was super communicative with me before our trip while I was trying to get the tour planned for my family. We had a variety of ages in our group and Zach did a great job accommodating us. The food was all so delicious and we learned some great information about the restaurants and the area. Wouldn't hesitate to do this again. It was a highlight for my whole family.

My husband and I had our food tour in Old Town Scottsdale with Zach in the afternoon. Zach is very knowledgeable about Scottsdale history and shared many great facts with our group. I love learning the history of the places I visit. The 2 restaurants we visited to taste Mexican and Italian foods were outstanding. We also did one wine tasting and learned about wine making in Arizona. Our tour ended with delicious gelato. Yummy. We enjoyed the experience and Zach’s love of Arizona, Scottsdale and bringing food and people together.

I take a yearly trip with my college sorority sisters and this year’s trip was in Scottsdale. Our Arizona Food Tour tour was definitely one of the highlights of our trip. We visited 4 restaurants and had a great time. Everyone enjoyed themselves. Zach is a fun and knowledgeable guide, taking his time giving history of restaurants and any historical spots we’d walk by. Definitely recommend!

My friend and I had an incredible experience with Arizona Food Tours! Our guide, Lindsey, was knowledgeable, engaging, and shared so many fascinating stories about Arizona’s local history and Old Town. Each stop was thoughtfully chosen, and the restaurants served amazing food and drinks — everything from start to finish was delicious and well-paced. A huge thank you as well to Zach, the owner, who went above and beyond to accommodate our tight schedule. His communication before and throughout the tour made the whole experience seamless and enjoyable. I highly recommend Arizona Food Tours to anyone looking to explore local flavors while learning more about the history and culture of the area. It’s a perfect mix of great food, great people, and great stories!

While my friends and I were in Scottsdale for a girls trip / celebrating a friend’s birthday we decided to go on the Arizona Food Tour. I just have to say it was so much fun. We tried 3 different restaurants food and ended the tour with a sweet treat at one of their local ice cream shop. I enjoyed every bit of the tour. The food was delicious, learned about some of the history of Old Town Scottsdale and our tour guide Lindsey was fantastic. I highly recommend going on one of the Arizona Food tours while visiting Scottsdale. Finger crossed you get Lindsey as your guide!

The Phoenix Zoo is such a fun place to visit! Definitely bring good walking shoes — there’s plenty to see and explore. We went in December, and the weather was perfect, though we did need light jackets. We especially loved seeing the lion, and the ZooLights experience was an absolute blast. A great place for families or anyone who loves animals!

Had a great time at the Phoenix Zoo! The animals seem well taken care of. Enclosures are fairly large and well kept. There are animal ambassadors at most of the areas that are very informative and knowledgeable. They were able to answer all our questions and some were quite funny. They have the only open walk through attraction with squirrel monkeys in the United States, which is in my opinion a must see for any visitor to the zoo. Also you can feed giraffes, ride a camel or play in the water park. Their is something for everyone. Overall my experience was enjoyable and I recommend if your are in Phoenix to add a stop at the zoo!

Absolutely love visiting the Phoenix Zoo! Zoo staff are friendly and always willing to share knowledge on the different animals at the zoo. Really enjoy the Arizona Big Cats habitat and my all time favorite is the Orangutans. Our family visits them every time we go to the zoo...they're like family!

Beautiful zoo. Lots of remodeling and upgrades being done. Nice tram tour of park, only $6. Today was the Dia de los muertos event, was awesome.

We had an absolutely phenomenal day at the Phoenix Zoo, and I can't recommend it enough as a perfect way for kids to spend a couple of hours walking around and getting up close with wildlife. Our visit today was exceptional because the animals were incredibly active! Sometimes you walk past exhibits and the animals are sleeping, but not today. We saw so much lively action: • Monkey Business: The monkeys were putting on quite a show, swinging and playing all over their habitat. It was non-stop entertainment! • A Spiky Surprise: one porcupine was wide awake and busy, which was a real treat to see. Hehe did a little of dance for us, and it will be a memorable porcupine dance experience for us to keep in our family. Beyond the great animal viewing, we loved that there were a couple of animal encounters happening, which added an extra layer of engagement for the little ones. We also took the carousel ride, camel ride and stingray feeding. It truly was an awesome day at the zoo. For families looking to make a whole outing of it, the Phoenix Zoo is great. We were smart and brought our lunch, which made the midday break easy and relaxing. And of course, on a warm day, the splash pad was the perfect grand finale to cool off and burn the last bit of energy before heading home. If you're looking for an engaging, manageable, and exciting outdoor activity for your kids, the Phoenix Zoo is a winner. Especially if you catch the animals on an active day like we did, it's a memorable experience!

By far one of the best zoos I have ever been to if you're ever in the Phoenix area I highly suggest going to visit here. It is the only zoo in North America that has a walk through monkey village which makes it so much better than any zoo that I have been to 🐒🐒🐒

Had a great time at the Phoenix Zoo! It’s a really nice place to walk around, and there’s a good mix of animals and interactive spots. Loved the tigers and Flamingo. It’s family-friendly, lots of shade, and easy to get around. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area.

I watched Suffs at ASU Gammage and had an amazing experience! The theatre is beautiful and full of history, and the show was absolutely powerful - great music, strong performances, and inspiring storytelling. The energy of the crowd and the atmosphere made it even more special. I was sitting on the balcony and the vocals and music were clear from my seat! Special mention to the staff at the will call, they were very helpful and kind in answering the queries regarding student discount and availability. The security and organizing team during the show were also extremely nice and helpful. A wonderful venue for Broadway shows in Arizona!

Great experience! Front row 1st balcony. Autographs and pics with the cast after the show. Celebrating our daughter surviving her freshman year of college!!

I'm going to go ahead and give this 5 stars, not necessarily because it's deserving, but because I want it to continue to stay the before that it is. Always great staff, wonderful ambience and architecture, parking has become a cluster, and the seats really are cramped. Been to a few productions here, lovely acoustics too.

This is a review for & Juliet, and Suffs not for the venue. The venue is great and if you go early enough, you can get good parking. But even if you can’t there’s free parking just down the block at the garage. There’s also drinks and food you can order. But be aware of the clear bag policy! We bought season tickets and were very excited to see new musicals every month. The first 2 plays we saw were awful! Suffs is very boring. And Juliet was roll my eyes at “not more woke plays”. Both plays made me wonder if this is where this whole season is heading, I sure hope not. Suffs was about the suffragette movement so I knew it would have feminist flavour to it but the entire storyline was so boring and the songs were dull. But I had great hopes for Juliet. It is a play within a play with Shakespeare’s wife having a hand in changing the ending of the tragic tale of the star crossed lovers. It pokes fun at some of the ridiculousness of how they fell in love and ended their lives in 4 days! But as soon as we were introduced to Juliet’s best friend, I knew this was going to go down as another woke play. No original songs, just pop songs woven together to try to make a story. Some parts were a tad humorous but only because the entire play was so cringe and cliche that you had to cling to some of the small bits of humour. We have several more shows to go to and I really hope it gets better from here.

I've seen several performances/shows at Gammage Auditorium, and I love this venue. One of my favorite shows that came to Gammage with a stellar performance was Hamilton. And if you're not a fan of traditional Broadway show...never fear...you'll discover a wide variety of shows and performances. We've also gone to Gammage to see The Blue Man Group, The Adams Family, Flashdance, Annie, Wicked, and so many more. Take a peek at what's coming and find something amazing to add to your calendar.

I’ve always love going to see shows at Gammage. It’s a nice venue. Great shows, nice staff, good drinks & snacks plus the seats have plenty of leg room. I’m tall plus wear heels and I have enough room to cross my legs and sit comfortably. We saw Moulin Rouge this time and it was fantastic. Life of Pi the last time, which was amazing.

Loved the experience! The seats were comfortable, and I don’t think there is a bad seat in the house. Great refreshments and snacks before the show and during intermission.

This was so cool! I can’t believe that I live eight minutes away from this interactive and exciting museum. The thing I enjoy the most is that it is good for all ages. We had a lovely time with Sofia. She was very knowledgeable and was a GREAT guide. she was even a photographer for many of the exhibits. she is an asset to this company. Also, Linda, the manager, was very inviting and kind to all of us.

I had the absolutely best time here with my best friend!! I have been to many fun museums but what really stood out to me about this one was the customer experience! The staff were super helpful and offered to take photos! They also talked us through the different poses and how to best capture them! One employee who made it an amazing experience was Ivana :) she was so sweet and accommodating! Highly recommend for a fun family night or a date night 🥰

My daughter wanted to visit a museum for her birthday and chose this one…it was such a fun and unique experience! Optical illusions, 3D illusions (with and without mirrors) and brain puzzles…something for everyone! There were employees available at most photo op stations to happily pose us and take our picture. Also, lots of fun hands-on puzzles in the gift shop (where it all begins and ends) available to sharpen your skills, play with and buy! We had a great time!

The staff is really cool and helpful. Leo and Mitchell were really nice. Staff helps get some great photos. Thought this was going to be silly but really enjoyed and got some great pictures of illusions

The Museum of Illusions is amazing! We had the best time and our guide, Winter, was super helpful explaining how to get the best photos and experience. She even took some wonderful shots for us. So glad we visited.

What a cool experience!! This was our first time here, and we had so much fun trying to solve the puzzles. Special thanks to Winter, Leo, Mitchell, and Linda for helping us throughout our experience!! We will be back!

This is a great photo opportunity space! It's small, so the cost feels a little much. The staff was helpful and friendly. I did enjoy that you can try everything before you buy it. Was SO busy! Overall, I was happy we went, and our son LOVED it!

I enjoyed a walk through Chaparral Park this morning. There weren’t too many people out when I first started, but people started coming halfway through. The walk is nice and clean and there were ducks around the pond areas. It is adjacent to a fairly busy road, but it didn’t disturb the walk too much.

5 star attraction in Scottsdale. Such an oasis in the city with fun for everyone. The little ones have the playground. The dogs have two facilities to choose from - active dog park or passive dog park. And the rest of us have a mixed shady path to walk / run, picnic, play baseball or soccer or basketball or even fish in the relaxing pond. Need I say more ......

Lovely park with a paved walking path around a pond, a dog park, a playground, fishing, and bathrooms. There are lots of species of birds that visit this park to include cormorants, blue heron, killdeer, and even a bald eagle stalking ducklings. There are lots of tables and benches for seating or picnics and trees for shade. There are also a few large fields for sports or training.

I counted 7 pieces of Calisthenics equipment around the loop of the lake. It’s pretty unique to have this equipment in a public Scottsdale park, views, and wildlife at the lake add so much too. Great place to chill or exercise!

Came here for the trail around the lake. It’s about a mile around the lake and 1.5 if you go around the fields. Roomy path to walk/run and people were courteous with their space and letting you know if they were passing. Came around 8am. Nice breeze and plenty of people fishing. Great little spot to hang out or get a good work out in.

This park is enchanting. The lake is beautiful in the middle is an island filled with ducks, the kids can fish off the bank. Additionally the park has a basketball court, and a giant children’s playground. Plenty of seating and BBQ pits. A really family fun time.

This place isn’t just a park, it’s like someone took the concept of “public space” and went full bodybuilder with it. It’s huge, loaded with trails, fields, courts, and random areas where you could probably start a flash mob or a medieval joust and no one would bat an eye. Perfect for biking, running, walking, or just letting your kids burn through their sugar rush while you “supervise” from a shady bench. I barely made it through a fraction of it before realizing I’d need a snack stash and possibly a search party to explore the rest. There’s enough space here to accidentally wander into a new zip code. Definitely going back, but next time I’m bringing a cooler, and maybe a GPS tracker so I don’t end up in another city.

Parking can be tight at times but with the heat on the rise, we're finding ourselves alone atop the summit on weekday sunset nights. Be in shape, bring plenty of water, and take your time on your descent.

Very fun and challenging hike. Incredible views at the top. The trail is steep and rocky in parts, so be ready for a good workout, but it’s worth the effort. Go early if you can—it gets hot and busy later in the day. Make sure to bring plenty of water since there’s little shade along the way. Great hike if you’re looking for something active in Scottsdale.

It’s free. It’s beautiful. It’s super exercise. And you can hike as much or as little as you want. Go early - sunrise or late - just before sunset. The trail is open from sunrise to sunset. You won’t get on after sunset. And they’ll probably chase you off if you’re up there in elevation. It’s a double black diamond trail from trailhead to Summit. But if you only do the first 5 mile posts, it’s moderate. If you do just the first couple three to get a view it’s easy.

I attempted to hike Camelback Mountain in July, starting before sunrise. Unfortunately, the heat quickly overwhelmed me, and I was unable to complete the hike. I made it past the challenging "staircase" section with its steep incline. There are designated rest spots along the trail, which I utilized. The trail wasn't overly crowded during my early morning start. Overall: Camelback Mountain is a challenging hike, especially in the summer heat. I recommend starting very early in the morning and bringing plenty of water.

Beautiful hiking trail, quite strenuous, in the middle of the city. Worth recommending for 1-3 hour hikes.

Absolutely amazing hike. Possibly the coolest one I’ve ever been on, and I hike a lot. Imagine having the view of the world from above in a plane but being able to enjoy it for as long as you’d like. It is very challenging to make it to the top but totally worth it. We chatted with a friendly park ranger after the hike and he told us that a big part of their job is convicting people NOT to do this hike if they give off any sign of unpreparedness or inability to do it. Know your limitations and trust your instincts. Have plenty of water. It gets HOT and there is no shade. There is great signage sharing about the importance of not overdoing it.

Amazing hike! It’s super fun and the view is spectacular. We saw people of all ages doing the hike , though before the top it’s a bit tricky. Very fun hike 🏜️

Jeryn was an amazing instructor and my group had a blast!! We were able to celebrate a birthday in their party room. Will be doing another group get together in the near future!!

Ours was a corporate fun day, we had about 24 folks. Everyone that wanted to could fly easily four times, several six times, and opportunity was made for even more. All included. The food was great and drinks. The atmosphere is exciting and the staff is first rate great. Everyone was professional, pleasant, and very able at their jobs. I had knee surgery so couldn't fly but everyone from our team that did had a great time. I can highly recommend this as a place to have some fun. I can safely say that this would be one of the most fun activities you could ever try. Each “flight” was around one minute, not a long time but sure looked like fun. I took videos of all our people and don’t know what they provide or cost. It’s not a cheap day, but nothing is anymore.

This is the best place for adventures. The 12 year old loved his birthday flying. The whole experience exceeded my expectations. Great friendly staff, clear instructions, wonderful personality and not pushy for extras. You get to observe or fly on the same space clear views all around the tunnel. Photos and videos are encouraged and they pose the flyer so you can get that perfect shot. 10000000% recommend

So we went to ifly phx on 10-7-25, Kyle was our instructor. When we first arrived a very nice guy helped us get checked in, I wish I had gotten everyone's name because they were all worthy of being mentioned by name. We went up stairs and met Kyle who was our instructor. He was really awesome! Very friendly and outgoing! All the guys up there you could really tell love kids! I took my 3 year old autistic grand son Landon and my 4 year old alena as well as my 2 adult sons. They all had a great time. I was sincerely touched by how everyone was with the kids tho! Landon had been in the car all day to that point before our appointment so he was cranky and a little over stimulated! So many of the guys came over and tried to visit with him and get him to just get his attention diverted and play with him! Great group of people! I didn't fly with everyone today but my dream is to sky dive next year with one of my sons that came with me today and anther one that was at home! I highly recommend ifly phoenix!!! Great experience for all of us!!! Ty all!! Kari Smith

Service with a lot of smiles. The crew of instructors they had were amazing. The positive vibes came through as soon as you walk in the door. They had fun with the kids while control and safety was priority. The kids loved it. I might have to get brave and go back and try it myself.

This place is awesome!! I gifted my daughter four flights for her 20th birthday. She had an absolute blast!! She really wanted to get another four flights for the cheaper price, but we didn't realize they don't accept cash. She's totally hooked! She'll be back as soon as she works up the funds to get a big package. Thank you for making her birthday amazing!! We'll be back!

We had so much fun celebrating a birthday! But maybe too much for a younger kid. We get a cool show by the instructor when your group ends. It is totally worth it!

Our stretch golf cart tour was a great way to get to know Scottsdale. Our guide Luke was informative, fun, and very personable. I would definitely take another tour with him as guide and highly recommend you ask for him. We visited in June and crowds were so low that we were the only ones on the tour. In fact, we later found out that this was the only tour of the day. It was a 0900 Sunday start time so, honestly, Luke could have cancelled on us and just refunded us. But, he came in and was waiting on us and raring to go. That’s dedication right there. It was a cool tour that gave us history, insight, great photo ops, and many restaurant recommendations. We didn’t meet any other folks at Scottsdale Segway that day but this company is impressive. The office area and bathrooms are very clean, well organized, and they provide plenty of water and also offer sunscreen (we used it). Looks like they have many fun options including Segways and E-bikes. Definitely worth checking them out if you're in town and want a great experience.

My team of 16 joined the Ultimate Old Town Exploration Segway Tour as a team building activity. The tour was about 1.5 hours, it was fun and enjoyable for everyone. I highly recommend if you're in Scottsdale, AZ.

It rained on our tour. Bryan provided us with ponchos and water bottles. He was fantastic!! Even though it rained, he made it fun! He provided many recommendations for restaurants and bars, which we tried out on our vacation. He was spot on and they were fabulous!! He took us down to the new party scene where we had been the night before surprising my daughter’s bachelorette party. We wanted to see what it looked like in the daylight 😁 Thanks for a fun morning of a great tour and having many laughs. We truly enjoyed it! Highly recommend!! Thank you from The Bridal Mom Squad from ND!

Super fun!!! We loved it. The guide a nice young man was fabulous he gave great instructions and we were on our way.so worth it. Great way to find out where the hot spots are learning the history of the town was amazing. It was super fun you get a helmet water. Super clean.. this place won’t disappoint I’m a new fan of Segway’s try it you’ll love it. Plus I like the fact we didn’t go fast and he was cautious crossing the streets.

Brad was amazing at driving us around in a Golt Cart. He was very informative about Scottsdale and Scottsdale Segway Tours. We want to thank Brad for his time to have us out today. First time in Phoenix and Arizona touring it's areas.

We booked a private golf cart tour of Old Town Scottsdale for our group of 16 and had an absolutely fantastic time! Brian and Brad had everything perfectly prepared — when we arrived, the headsets were all set up, plenty of sunscreen and cold water ready (which you definitely need in Scottsdale!). They guided us through the old town in such an informative and entertaining way — we learned a lot and laughed even more. Brian should seriously consider a career in stand-up comedy; he’s hilarious! All in all, it was a wonderful, well-organized and fun experience. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Scottsdale!

Our guide Luke provided a great tour of Old Town! We enjoyed his stories of the history and sharing facts that we would not have been aware of. Luke is fun, smart, and personable. We highly recommend him and the tour!

We love this indoor glow putt location. It's small, but still roomy enough to fit 18 holes of mini golf and have fun. We've been several times and my kids (and their friends) love it, even the teenagers!!! I think, comparably, the pricing is reasonable. There is a party room in back we've never used but looks nice, and air hockey as well for $1. Highly recommend. Just make sure to read what hole # you're going to. The hole #'s follow a weird pattern, and people get confused all the time (we messed up the 1st time too), but then they won't notice and mess others up around them.

My first time lunar golfing and we had so much fun! Definitely wear some clothes that will glow under black lights for an even more fun time! Great prices too. They also have a back room for birthday parties

This place was an awesome find for something to take my kids to. I have a 13-year-old, an almost 7-year-old, 5-year-old, and 2 and 1/2-year-old. Me and my mom were in town for an appointment and always take the kids to some type of activity and I found this place searching online and it did not disappoint. The prices were very reasonable the course was a good size so kept everyone entertained for quite a while and I think me and my mom had just as much fun if not more fun than the kids. This will definitely be a regular visit for us whenever we are in the area. Also my only hole-in-one all night was the last hole which earned me a free bonus round of golf that I will be redeeming the next time I am over there.

Great place to have some cheap fun with the kids. And they love the fact at the 18th hole. You get a chance to win a card to play free for your next visit. We will definitely be coming back more often

Had a great time overall. 11 something to play. 18 holes. The three of us were pretty hot. They were kind to say they could adjust one to 70 but that majority of the place was unable to be changed. We were all kind of sticky ya know? The putters made our hands black so it would be nice if they were cleaned every now and again. They had drinks for sale about 2$ and up like water, Gatorade, soda. Overall had a good time and may be back.

Glow Putt Mini Golf is such a cool spot! The glow-in-the-dark theme makes it exciting and different from regular mini golf. The course is well maintained, and the designs are creative and fun. Perfect for kids and adults. We laughed the whole time and had a great family outing. Highly recommend for a fun date night or weekend activity.

My husband and I were excited to try Glowing Putt Mini Golf for a fun evening out. Their website says they close at 10:00 PM and that the last game starts at 9:15 PM. We arrived exactly at 9:15 PM, but the girl working at the front — with long brown curly hair — told us she had already stopped accepting people at 9:10 PM so she could close early and leave by 9:30 PM. We let her know we would be quick and just wanted a short game. At that moment, other guests started to arrive as well, and she said she couldn’t let us in because then she’d have to accept them too. My husband responded that would be a good thing for business. She asked, “Good for who?” We replied, “Good for everyone — we get to play, and you get more customers.” She answered, “How is that good for me? I won’t get paid more,” and then refused to provide service. It was disappointing to be turned away even though we arrived within the posted hours. We weren't asking for anything outside of policy — just to be treated fairly. It’s unfortunate that a personal decision by one staff member prevented us and others from enjoying the experience. Hopefully, management will address this to ensure guests are welcomed during the times the business advertises.

It's one of the cheaper experiences at the Boardwalk - $15 vs the usual $30 entrance frees. You get to walk through the mirror maze- they provide you plastic gloves so you can feel around the mirrors. I enjoyed the theme- when you first walk in- they have a fake stone bridge with a voice playing, and then you get to walk through the maze which has pretty color-changing lights. Too bad it was short- I got out in about 5 minutes. The laser experience though is very short- you can either pick the "run away" from lasers or the "navigate through" lasers. It lasted less than a minute. Employee was friendly and helpful in guiding guests through the experiences here. Accessible entrance on first floor, and accessible parking nearby.

Another overpriced experience at the Boardwalk. We were done in 15 minutes (the mirror maze took longer). My niece and nephew had a blast and wanted to do the laser maze again (it was a minute and a half), but I wasn't paying. Only two (an adult must accompany a child) can do the laser maze at a time. Personally I enjoyed the mirror maze more. It was challenging and not what I expected. We were the only ones there which made the experience better. This would be five stars if I felt my money gave us another few rounds. Glad I tried it but definitely not worth the price.

There are two laser room options. In one you get 90 seconds to slice through the lasers and rack up points for how many you get. The second is where you dodge lasers, Mission Impossible style. In this room you can have one or two players and choose easy, medium, hard or expert. If you buy a pass for the mirror maze you get unlimited runs all day. We used our Get Out Pass for one free run through the laser slicing room. The kids came out laughing and begging for more. It got expensive quick as i dropped $50+ for an all day mirror maze pass and a few more runs through the laser rooms. Worth it though because the kids had a blast and ran out so much energy! We ran into friends and while us moms sat and chatted the kids ran through the mirror maze for another two hours. Expensive but if the kids stay entertained is worth it Instagram: @msbusyblonde

The mirror maze is quite fun, and tricky. I really enjoyed it, and so did my kids. The laser maze, however, not so much. It was okay, but nowhere near as fun as the mirror maze. The price was way too high, and as fun as it was, definitely not worth it, especially since it only takes about 30 minutes to get through both games. It would be a really good date activity, though.

We hosted my son’s 11th and 14th birthday here. I cannot say enough good things! The kids all had a blast! The staff were very helpful and friendly. They made cute little candy bags, provided drinks, cupcakes and all tableware. I am very happy we decided to host the party there! This was our first time going there and it’s definitely a repeat!

This is a wonderful aquarium! We had the best time here. The staff is knowledgeable and fun and the overall experience is educational and exciting. My beautiful girlfriend and I were selected for some test research that the aquarium is doing to see how their sloth "Squidney" feels about having a group of people pet her and feed her healthy little treats in a personal encounter. The building layout is wonderful and there are so many ways to be interactive and fully immersed in the experience. The food court closes by 4pm so make sure to eat before then.

Very short experience, however we got it as the bundle so didn't really have a problem with price. Although they were short, you can really have in the Maze and enter as much as you like. The laser game was fun on hard mode. Again they are very short if you plan to go to the boardwalk just for this I recommended looking into the other activities. The employee on deck was very friendly and cheerful!

Not for the faint of heart! This mountain looked to me pretty mild from afar. Even as I hiked the first half it was easy, but the top half is no joke. I definitely almost busted my face and time or two and would have been easy to fall off completely. However, very worth it for the prepared (where hiking boots), average fit thrill seekers.

We took are 9 year old girl with us, and we all enjoyed it veeery much. It is challenging hike at times but worth it. I think our daughter enjoyed the climbing/crawling. Your heart rate will def go up, great work out. The views are glorious! I highly recommend to go.

Very tough to climb but worth it Bring good hiking shoes and try to avoid the sun the best time would be sunrise would recommend you bring gloves to protect your hands

I would not recommend kids under 15 due to the extreme nature of the climb. It’s is not an easy climb but it is fun talking about how hard it is while climbing rocks!

Went to visit my family in Phoenix and was challenged to hike the Echo trail at Camelback. Wow. What an experience. Honestly, I was not prepared for the difficulty of the trail. It is a beast and not for the faint of heart. Steep climbs, rocky steep hills to navigate. Have to start early in the AM to beat the heat, wear appropriate hiking attire and take lots of water! The payoff are breathtaking views and the thrill of the accomplishment!

Camelback Mountain is a challenging hike, especially for the average hiker. While I did see some families with kids on the trail, I’d recommend it for ages 13 and up due to the physical demands and terrain. The hike is absolutely worth it for the stunning views, but preparation is key. Bring gloves, as you’ll need to use your hands to navigate certain sections, and a backpack to carry essentials like water and your phone—keeping your hands free is crucial for safety.

Wow! What a hike (some might say climb). We are fit people but novice hikers. It took us a little over 2 hours to hike to the summit and about an hour back down. The views are STUNNING and throughout - you don’t have to get to the top to have your breath taken away (also the steep climb will do that too). Note that there is significant elevation change (2700 ft) and there are many points that I was using my hands for balance. I also scooted on my butt for much of the way back. Gloves would have been nice since the rocks that you brace yourself on are rough. Recommend shoes with good tread and ankle support and taking plenty of water. Such a great experience!

It’s definitely an easy adventure to the lovely hole in the rock center, usually a crowd to witness the beautiful horizon. We always love coming here and enjoying Mother Nature at its finest. The great outdoors! Plenty of parking and everyone is friendly, safe and enjoyable for a short yet mesmerizing experience, been here many times and will keep visiting!

It is actually a very short hike up to the hole in the rock. Who was easily able to do this in slides. I would definitely recommend bringing some water, because it gets very hot, and there is nothing else around unless you want to pay to get into the zoo. The hole was pretty cool, and we were also able to go through it and sit on the other side in the rocks and get a really nice view.

An amazing rock formation with a natural hole, surrounded by a park with a few scenic ponds. The trail offers a unique hiking experience, surprisingly close to built-up areas and road access. It’s well worth walking the trail to enjoy the view through the rock’s opening. Also an ideal spot for birding, especially at dawn or dusk. I even spotted a few species, including a roadrunner, around midday.

Breath-taking views. Especially at sunset. There is a fairly easy climb up. If you are going to watch the sunset get there early to get a good seat.

Fantastic place to watch the sunrise. It gets crowded but everyone is polite and respectful. Parking is alittle difficult but it’s a very laid back atmosphere. Everyone is there for the same reason and no one is in a rush. When the sun starts to set it gets really quiet and as the sun disappears behind the mountains everyone showed their appreciation to God for the beautiful of it all by cheering and clapping.

It was a great experience. Going up to the hole is kinda steep and a lot of loose rock. So always follow the trail, to avoid any accidents.

Really nice park for walking or running. The Hole in the Rocl is busy, try to find a time when there are many people there if you want pictures.

Had a great time in the VIP area. Lucky to have that spot because the rest of the place was so crowded. We had all you can eat buffet and a private bar. Service was great up there. Rodeo was fun. Bathroom situation needs improved. One bathroom for hundreds of drinking patrons. Lines were insane. Otherwise we had a great time.

Fun place, very rustic. VIP seats are expensive, and we were initially given a table with restricted views so we could only see half the arena. We had to move to the arena seats for the first part of the show to be able to see properly. We were then offered another table with a better view as a party did not show. Food was good BBQ buffet style, but got cold quickly. Would have been nice to have a sweet dessert like a bit of apple pie or a brownie to help justify the $65 charge. They then over charged us by not deducting the full deposit we paid from the final bill. They did resolve this very quickly.

We had such a fun 1st time. Love the atmosphere. Our waiterres was amazing. I hate leaving a bad review...but, the fish fry was horrible. The walleye and cod was super old and cold. And I got a fish bone logged in my throat. And the skin left on it, isn't very tasty.

ALWAYS GREAT! We had prime rib on the Special with Salad and green beans which were cooked to perfection! 2 of us split the “Cowboy Cut” and still came home with leftovers! Harold’s has live music nightly and a variety of games, pool tables, bags and more! Note! Parking lot is dirt and may be uneven… so definitely no high heels!

My girlfriend and I came from out of town. We went here to get the “rodeo” experience and man did we have a time. The population was 95% white and the rest 5% black. But everyone was so kind. The food was amazing, I enjoyed the beef brisket, and the drinks were daily priced.

A couple of friends and I went to have a good time and this place did not disappoint! All the staff was incredible but one person stood out to us for being such a gentleman at every turn, Gadget. He was so kind and made sure that we were always safe and had everything that we could possibly need. When our night came to a close, one of our friends wondered away from the group and Gadget helped us locate her and made sure we all safely left together. I will absolutely be coming back and bringing many more friends!

What a fun and unforgettable night at this live rodeo restaurant! From the moment we arrived, the energy was electric and the atmosphere full of authentic country charm. The highlight of the night was definitely the live rodeo — such a unique experience to enjoy great food and drinks while watching real riders in action. It added a whole new level of excitement you don’t get anywhere else. The food was just as impressive — hearty, flavorful, and made with care. The brisket, smoked outdoors right on site, was absolutely mouthwatering. You could taste the hours it spent on that smoker. The drinks were cold and well poured, perfect for kicking back after cheering on the rodeo riders. And when the rodeo wrapped up, the party didn’t stop. The dance floor came alive with music, laughter, and line dancing. Whether you're dancing or just soaking it all in, this place delivers on every level — food, entertainment, and atmosphere. Can’t wait to come back again — a true one-of-a-kind spot!

3* is good; nobody deserves 5* Nice park for spring training dbacks and rockies WAY OVERPRICED but. You choose to pay for it Some shaded seating mostly in the sun. Sunscreen is about $10 It's gonna cost you some $$$ to go to a spring training game. Probably the cost of 5 regular season games for the fairweather fans of d backs You can park at the mall nearby and walk for free parking. BC of course they'll gouge to for that as well. But once again you go, you are willing to pay

Fall League baseball is a hidden gem. Salt River field is a great place to watch it, too. $12 a ticket for us seniors with free parking. The announced attendance for our game was 692. Sit wherever you want and enjoy the game. Usually games go much faster than MLB but on occasion they can go slower as the pitchers can be wild and there are lots of walks. But watching baseball these days can be very expensive so Fall League games at Salt River is a bargain. From the time we arrived, everyone from the ticket seller to the folks inside were super friendly, too. If there is a quibble, we certainly want more 12:30 starts. It makes the trip home faster if you leave before Rush Hour.

Great overall experience watching the Arizona Fall League. The stadium is clean and has a good beer selection. Fall League is one of the best baseball bargains at $12/ticket for seniors with open seating. Can easily get seats directly behind homeplate. A very small parking area in front of the stadium if you arrive early enough. Otherwise parking around the corner past the soccer fields. Don't even consider parking at the Great Wolf Lodge, could get towed and the police were watching.

Was here for the ballon fest the grounds was very well maintained and kept clean. Always could find a staff member to ask questions to. Spook spectacular balloon fest is a must try but only comes once a year.

Spooktacular event :-) Hot air ballloons, games & activities for kids, and food trucks!! Kettle corn, cotton candy, lemonade, and smoked turkey legs!!

We went to the balloon spectacular festival. This was the 5 year we went. Every year is awesome the kids love it.

It was a hot air balloon glow with food trucks and lots of stuff for the kids to do. It was great fun.

Took a family trip to the Museum and enjoyed it very much. My 4 year old Grandson loved the Dinosaur exhibits and especially liked panning for gold. You can't erase history it's happening everyday. Great Job to the Museum.

Me and the family had such a great time visiting the museum of natural history. My kids are infatuated with dinosaurs, so be able to see the fossils and skeletons was really neat to see their eyes light up. I love to exploring most of Arizona’s natural history as well. It was a very educational day for us and we are excited to come back.

A cool experience for everyone and I got in for free! Natives get in for free with Tribal ID. Lots to read and look at. Real fossils! I took my time and read just about everything I could. Even with it being crowded, we got in smoothly, and enjoyed our experience. It's 3 stories big. Take your time to look at everything. For $16! Worth it.

Please lower your standards and you will have a great time. Unfortunately for us we read in advance about all of their amazing features such as “the flood” and their animatronics. Nothing worked and quite frankly it was like walking into Bass Pro Shops. I gave them 2 stars because at least their staff was very nice.

Attended the Rock on the Rock fundraiser on Saturday, September 27th at the museum. First time attending the museum; enjoyed an amazing night of music, good food and learning about AZ history. Plan to visit again during regular hours for a tour and gaining more knowledge about the wonderful finds made throughout Arizona.

Educational and fun for the entire family! The interactive kids room was popular but not crowded on a Saturday afternoon. A wide variety of exhibits kept us busy for a couple of hours. Lots of dinosaurs, rocks, crystals & panning for gold, cultural relics of the indigenous Indians of the area, the jail, the mine, plus more. Lots to learn & see in a smaller museum. Fair entry prices. Clean restrooms & exhibits. Really fun museum! Well done!!!

Wonderful Museum displaying excellent replicates and some actual pieces of ancient artefacts. Nice focus on Arizona and Southwest artefacts and history. Very nice combination of geology, archeology, historty, sociology... photos, pieces of art... nicely laid out, the design lends toward an immersive feeling. Very children friendly, a nice little shop, several areas specifically for children... and elevator. There were 5 of us and our 2 hours there gave us a small percentage of what is there. We purchased season tickets in order to return. Very nice attendant.That also means you can include guests and privileges with other similar facilities. Plenty of parking. We went on a Friday, and it was very relaxed. I'm not putting captions as they are of about archealogical musuem 😆

Great food and excellent service the server did a great job of making sure the plates were off the table when they were done and they had helpers as well. Everything was exactly as I expected to be and the seafood soup or whatever it was was delicious

The grill was delicious super fresh grilled right in front of you. Super hot delicious French fries. Did you know that french fries are only good for about 7 minutes after their deep fried? Staff were friendly; the only downside was I couldn't find my favorite slot machine. By the way if you sign up for their players club you get $25 free on the slots which is actually a lot more than most casinos will offer you mostly offer $5 to $10.

Impressive First Visit! It was our first time at the casino today and we were truly impressed. While the casino is on the smaller side, it’s very well laid out and easy to navigate. There were plenty of friendly staff members around, all eager to help and make sure you’re having a great time. We played some slots and joined the matinee Bingo. The Bingo staff, from the cage to the floor, were incredibly helpful, upbeat, and full of great energy. Their enthusiasm really added to the experience. We also appreciated the little details: free bottled water, spotless restrooms, and the amazing smell of the food! Parking was easy and stress-free too. We had such a great time that we’re already planning our next visit. If you're considering going — do it! You’ll have a blast.

I had a great time the place is really nice no cigarette smoke I hit a bunch of bonuses. I was given a free bingo game….bingo is fun but if you are there to gamble on slots or tables and don’t have a lot of time don’t get caught up in bingo it takes hours to finish the main games don’t get me wrong it was super fun but was kinda wishing I didn’t buy the extra games only because I didn’t have a bunch of time to be there

Been to a few shows here I think one comedy and one concert. Love the atmosphere easy to get to and navigate around the casino. The one issue I had was the drinks were really expensive at the show.

Easy wins if you bet big. It wasn’t terribly busy either which made it more comfortable.

Lots of slots. Tons of keno. Love that. No craps.. Absolutely no one wanted to give me a rewards card. Zero comp drinks after dropping $400. When trying to ask staff members about rewards they would just look up at the seeling and walk on by.

We played mini golf, it was so much fun. Definitely will go back. I hope the greens are cleaned up a bit more though. There was a lot of tree debris that got in the way of my perfect scores, lol.

Wow, this place is run downed. The management does not put anything back into the park. The miniature golf courses are in shambles. Missing art leaves the holes empty and barren; holes that should go into tubes are covered up. The interactive structures are broken or boarded up. The greens are in terrible shape and affect the gameplay. As for the game room, half are out of order. The games can cost $1 to $2 to play - not cheap for outdated games. It’s a shame because it looks like it was once a fun place to go.

Haven't golfed for 2 1/2 yrs since I got married. Time to get out, so I decided to hit some balls. Good place to get a workout but need to go to real golf course to practice putts and short game.

Staff is friendly and is clean compared to other amusement parks. Have grown up race cars and kid race cars, bumper boats, 3 sections mini gulf for 1 price $7 , bumper cables, water spray game, batting cage, gulf shots and small arcade w prizes for tickets. Bathrooms and small junk food restraunt. Kid birthday room can rent.

The driving range is old and kind of run down, but the prices are good. $12 for 110 golf balls. There's a constant whirring and buzzing that's annoying from their conveyor system, but can be tuned out with headphones.

Don’t waste your money, this place is poorly managed and rundown. We learned after purchasing wrist bands (4- $138.00) passes, our kids couldn’t ride the go karts and bumper boats due to their height requirements; which is 48”and our child is 46”. Their website also shares that they have smaller go karts for children to ride which they no longer have. They don’t give refunds. Staff was rude and disrespectful after we shared our concerns.

I had a blast going to CrackerJax to play some late-night mini-golf for the first time. Discovered that I am not too good at it, but was fun none the less. It was dark, so I wasn't able to take in the whole establishment, but what I could tell, it looked like there were a lot of activities to experience. I feel some renovations might improved the appearance and bring in more business. Hope to bring my kids back soon and try the bumper boats and go karts!

They need too make it look like an old town tavern, looks modern. They have lost the feel the original OLD Town Tavern. Bring back the brick look on walls, get ride of white walls. They need a better interior designer.

Loved the live music! I came here with a few friends and we had a great time.

Real drinks, made and severed by longtime staff. This is a "regular" spot, but everyone is friendly and welcoming to newcomers! The house bands are also fantastic!

This was by far the best place in Scottsdale to grab a beer , meet with friends and have a great time in a wonderful atmosphere and listen to the best talent that local music had to offer.. The new 'Old Town' feels like a cheap nock off of a a strip town bar in Lauphlin trying to be a Vegas. All of the 'Old Town' character is gone. I'll still stop in for the music, but its only a matter of time before all the loyal talent fades away from this sad and pathetic, effortless recreation of an iconic establishment. Oh yea and my pbr got downsides as well.

It’s a classic old town favorite but it’s not much to write about. Small box but nice bartenders. No draft beer - only bottles and cans. No food (I think). Very limited inside seating but nice outside seating. Entertainment is a one piece band. Go for a beer and then move on. VictorB

What a great little place in Old Town Scottsdale, nice outside seating area with a great view of 1st Street. My dog hours everywhere with me and was welcomed by Jenny and the staff. Only canned beer but good selection of local brews. Heard the weekends are super busy so I'll go during week. Good times!

One of our favorites any day of the week. Love the outdoor area. The owner is one of the best in the area. He is always out chatting with people. Service is always great even when they are busy. Definitely makes you feel at home. Great selection of cocktails and beers. A must stop when you visit Old Town. Atmosphere is so nice you will enjoy yourself for sure.

The service is consistently exceptional, and as a wine club member, I’ve always appreciated both the quality of the wine and the overall experience. Unfortunately, I’ll be discontinuing my membership soon, as I now live too far away to continue enjoying it regularly. The only downside has been the cancellation process—I’ve emailed twice and even visited the location in person, but I still haven’t received a response or confirmation. It seems unclear who handles these requests, which has made the process a bit frustrating. Other than that, I’ve truly enjoyed being a member.

Classy wine bar in Old Town Scottsdale. Lots to love about Airdus- lovely ambience, the live music, nice wines and the best service! Came with friends, we thought would be a quick wine tasting but stayed for a few hours for the beautiful live music by Dante and more wine. We had a lovely time here, enjoyed chatting with the staff as they were all so nice & knowledgeable about the wines. This place is a real gem!

This was hands down the worst wine I’ve ever had in my life. Calling it wine is an insult to actual winemaking. It smelled like vinegar left out in the sun and tasted like a mix of cough syrup and dirty dishwater. The bottle promised depth and elegance, but what I got was a sour, bitter mess that I wouldn’t even use for cooking. On top of that, the company was shady — no clear vineyard information, no vintage details, nothing but empty marketing fluff. It honestly felt like a scam. The entire experience was a total waste of money and left me feeling duped. If I could give zero stars, I would. Save yourself the headache and stay far, far away from this bottle and this company.

We have been here a few times and Lodi has been delightful every time. We really enjoy the Aridus wines! We decided to join the wine club since we enjoy the wines so much.

This was the most disappointing wine experience I’ve ever had. The company was unprofessional, unresponsive, and completely uncommunicative. The bottle lacked even the most basic qualities you’d expect — the flavor profile was flat, unbalanced, and nothing like what was advertised. On top of that, they withheld basic product details such as vineyard sourcing, vintage information, and winemaker notes, which came across as evasive. The misleading marketing felt like a bait-and-switch, making the whole purchase unnecessarily frustrating. If you have the option, I strongly recommend choosing a different wine or producer.

The wine is great! But I wish there was more than just 1 person working the place. He wasn’t attentive and made us wait a log time for each flight. It’s really annoying to show up and there’s only 1 person working on a holiday weekend. Come on Aridus. I’m afraid to come back because I don’t want to be held hostage there for a whole afternoon.

We had the most amazing experience! We stopped in for some pre-dinner wine, and we ended up having the highlight of our trip. Not only was the wine very good and the tasting was fun. But we cannot say enough good things about Jen. She waited on us hand and foot and quickly became a friend. We were sad to leave and have to say goodbye to her! I would recommend coming to Aridus for anyone.

Great music and vibes! I have been here twice for bachelorettes we always have a good night. If you are a man, order mixed drinks as the ladies over pour. If you are a women, order canned drinks as the women bartender short pour. My vodka waters were just straight water. Security was on point we felt very safe the whole time!

Great spot! Service was awesome, waitresses were 🔥, drinks were delicious. We watched the Canello vs Crawford fight there and had a blast!

Food was delicious! Bartenders, Servers, and host are friendly. Service was good. Band was great. Not much room dancing, which was okay. Avoid ordering drinks that need mixed/made. Ordered mai tai, received something completely different, server replaced that for a moscow mule and there was no ginger beer in that. Bartender did add ginger beer after visiting the bar. Host girls gave advice on other bar atmospheres and location. Overall great time.

Bartenders are adding extra tips to credit card receipts. I tipped $6 and they decided they wanted $10 instead and added extra to the tip. They’re counting on you being too drunk to notice, but it was my one and only drink of the night and I wrote down what I I tipped on my copy of the receipt. I’ll be filing a police report. It’s not about the $4, it’s about the snake behavior.

This was our favorite visit while we were in Scottsdale. We loved the food, drinks, and atmosphere. Great place to go for dinner and stay for the bar night life.

Cool stop to go for a drink or two. They have indoor and outdoor patio seating, all the sports on big screen TVs, and a massive screen showing the biggest game at the moment. Staff were very friendly, and the DJ was very good. My wife had the buffalo wings and thought they were delicious! Would recommend especially if you are a country music fan.

Had the best time here for my bachelorette party! The music was on point, the dancing didn’t stop, and the vibe was everything. Alex went above and beyond so friendly and made sure we had everything we needed. Huge thank you to the whole crew for making our night so much fun! If you’re looking for the perfect spot to celebrate, this is it.

Amazing curated collection of Fiesta Bowl and college football history. It's so much more than just football, but the connection to the state of Arizona and our communities. Best of all, admission is free!

I had an absolute blast coming to this great little museum. Brought back a lot of great memories as I went to boise state during the time we beat University of Oklahoma with the statue of liberty play with Jared Zabranski at quarterback. I remember it well because I actually bet against us. Lol. This whole area of town was great, if you're around definitely so in and check it out!

There is some limited street parking in front, or you can park in either the Waterfront Parking Garage nearby or the South Bridge garage- all have accessible spots and a paved sidewalk that takes you to the museum. What's nice is this museum is free, and you get to learn about football and also the start of the Fiesta Bowl- great for those who are fans of football and sports. As you walk in, to your left, there's a huge glass shelf of football helmets and to your right- there's more floor-level glass displays of trophies, etc and to the far right- a ticket booth. As you walk into the next room, they have some mannequin football players right at the end. Around, there are some recessed sections with information on the Fiesta Bowl- quite a bit to read and they had some bits of pieces of knick knacks to look at. You can also exit to the back patio too which has a plaque on their founders. It took about 30-45 minutes to slowly walk through and read through most of the signs. Pretty clean, well-maintained small museum for the football lovers.

A very charming free museum which explains the history of the Fiesta Bowl very well! Want to see trophies? This place has them. Want to see your favorite D1 college teams relationship with the Fiesta Bowl? Come here. Whether your interested in the Fiesta Bowl, or want to be in an air conditioned room, this museum is for you!

A small, but well designed museum near Scottsdale Fashion Mall that features all the memorabilia of the Fiesta Bowl from time past to the present. Lots of history plus info about recent events presented by the Fiesta Bowl. Colorful displays of pictures and replicas of players, uniform jerseys, and trophies from the various NCAA teams that have played in the Fiesta Bowl. Very interesting facts also such as why the Fiesta Bowl volunteers wear yellow jackets. You'll have to visit to find out and enjoy all the cool items on display! Finally, there's a huge full-wall mural in the museum that's wonderfully colorful and very action packed, totally reflective of the Fiesta Bowl. Definitely go check out this small but jampacked museum in the heart of Scottsdale. Admission is free!

A small museum but packed with cool treasures and history of Fiesta Bowl. Parking garage near museum with 3hr free parking and mall is close if you want to walk from here.

Just a fun little trip down NCAA football memory lane. Has a lot in there for such a small place.

Saw "ART" April 6, 2025. I loved how the 3 male actors drew me into their world and really made me think about the nature of friendship and art in unexpected and fresh ways. One character bought an expensive painting that looked to be merely white, so was it a waste of money or a window of discovery to understanding art and relationships? Both. And so much more! Pacing, set, casting: Bravo!

Great show, "The Lifespan of a Fact". The actors were awesome, theater space, stage, lights, volunteers, directing, all were awesome! This was my first time here & I went because my cousin is one of the playwrites of this screenplay. I hope to go back again for future productions. Forgot how nice local theater can be.