Kid Friendly Attractions in Phoenix

Summer temperatures may soar, but there's always plenty of kid-friendly things to do in Phoenix. When the weather warms, the Arizona Science Center, our number one pick, inevitably fills with families enjoying the interactive displays, IMAX shows, and of course, the cool air conditioning. Our number two pick, the Children's Museum of Phoenix is not far behind. This kid paradise will make your child gasp in wonder as they lay eyes on The Climber. This massive climbing structure was artfully constructed from recycled plastic crates, steel, rubber, and just about every other building material you can name. Look for the giant porcelain bathtub with angel wings hanging, a favorite of many child.

For outdoor adventures, children of all ages love Castles-N-Coasters, an amusement park in the MetroCenter area of north-central Phoenix. Pueblo Grande, one of the only remaining archeological sites in the Valley, is a great way to explore Phoenix's past with your children.

Arizona Science Center

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600 E. Washington St
(Northwest corner of Washington and Seventh Streets)

Interactive displays and a planetarium...
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Children's Museum of Phoenix

215 N 7th St

Unique downtown museum for the kid in your life...
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Castles-n-Coasters

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9445 N. Metro Pkwy. E

Roller coaster fun in north central Phoenix...
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Musical Instrument Museum (MIM)

4725 East Mayo Boulevard

Music-lovers Paradise...
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Encanto Park

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2605 North 15th Avenue
(at the corner of Encanto Boulevard)

Inner-city oasis...
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Hall of Flame Museum of Firefighting

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6101 E. Van Buren St
(south side of Van Buren Street)

Fascinating collection of fire-fighting memorabilia...
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Desert Botanical Gardens

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1201 North Galvin Parkway
(Southeast of McDowell Road & 64th Street)

Bringing the Sonoran Desert to life...
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Challenger Learning Center of Arizona

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21170 North 83rd Ave
(1 1/2 miles north of Union Hills)

Soar into space-related fun & adventure...
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Phoenix Zoo

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455 North Galvin Parkway
(64th Street between Van Buren & McDowell Roads)

Interactive, family-friendly zoo...
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Pueblo Grande Museum and Cultural Park

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4619 East Washington Street
(South side of Washington, just west of the State Route 202)

Walk among the historic Hohokam Indian ruins...
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