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Wanderlog staff Updated • updatedApr 10, 2023
How long is the drive from Maricopa to Las Vegas?
The direct drive from Maricopa to Las Vegas is 332 mi (534 km), and should have a drive time of 6 hrs 7 mins in normal traffic.
If you’re going on a road trip from Maricopa to Las Vegas, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with Phoenix, Scottsdale, Boulder City, Laughlin, Henderson, Mesa, Glendale, and Tempe, as well as top places to visit like Organ Stop Pizza and Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass, or the ever-popular Silver Star Theater.
The top cities between Maricopa and Las Vegas are Phoenix, Scottsdale, Boulder City, Laughlin, Henderson, Mesa, Glendale, and Tempe. Phoenix is the most popular city on the route. It's less than an hour from Maricopa and 6 hours from Las Vegas.
Tempe, a city in Arizona just east of Phoenix, offers a vibrant cultural scene at the Tempe Center for the Arts and outdoor activities at Tempe Town Lake. Visitors can enjoy water sports and festivals at Tempe Beach Park or hike Hayden Butte to see ancient rock art. The city also hosts sporting events and concerts at Wells Fargo Arena. Additionally, craft beer enthusiasts can explore local breweries like Crush Craft Cider Company, The Shop Beer Co., and Fate Brewing Company for unique tasting experiences.
9% as popular as Phoenix
7 minutes off the main route, 10% of way to Las Vegas
Phoenix, the capital city of Arizona in the southwestern U.S., is renowned for its sunny and warm climate throughout the year. As a part of the Valley of the Sun, it boasts of luxurious spa resorts, Jack Nicklaus-designed golf courses, and lively nightclubs. A must-visit attraction is Desert Botanical Garden that showcases numerous native plants and cacti.
Most popular city on this route
2 minutes off the main route, 11% of way to Las Vegas
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Mesa, situated east of Phoenix, is a city in Arizona known for its rich cultural heritage. Mesa Grande Cultural Park houses an ancient ceremonial mound and artifacts belonging to the Hohokam people. The Arizona Museum of Natural History showcases dinosaur skeletons and archaeological discoveries. The i.d.e.a. Museum offers interactive exhibits on art and science for children. Mesa Arts Center features theater, music performances, and contemporary artwork.
11% as popular as Phoenix
13 minutes off the main route, 11% of way to Las Vegas
Scottsdale, located in Arizona to the east of the state capital Phoenix, is a city renowned for its golf courses and spa resorts. The area is also home to McDowell Sonoran Preserve where visitors can explore trails through a stunning desert landscape filled with rock formations, hills, and cacti. Taliesin West is nearby - this was once Frank Lloyd Wright's former studio and residence.
56% as popular as Phoenix
12 minutes off the main route, 12% of way to Las Vegas
Glendale, a city in Maricopa County, Arizona, is situated just nine miles northwest of Phoenix. It's famous for being home to the State Farm Stadium where the Arizona Cardinals play and also boasts the Arrowhead Towne Center shopping mall. In recent years, Glendale has seen growth in its brewery scene along with neighboring Peoria. The area now offers a variety of traditional and innovative brews that reflect the pioneering spirit of greater Phoenix.
8% as popular as Phoenix
5 minutes off the main route, 14% of way to Las Vegas
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Laughlin, located in Clark County, Nevada, is a popular resort town known for its gaming and water recreation. Situated 90 miles south of Las Vegas, it offers a unique blend of entertainment and outdoor activities. The community has a population of around 8,658 people as per the 2020 census. One notable establishment in Laughlin is Don Laughlin's Riverside Resort Hotel and Casino, which even has its own exclusive light beer.
19% as popular as Phoenix
21 minutes off the main route, 73% of way to Las Vegas
Boulder City, located about 26 miles southeast of Las Vegas in Clark County, Nevada, is a charming city with a population of around 14,885. The city got its name from Boulder Canyon. Visitors can enjoy thrilling activities like zip lining in Bootleg Canyon and savor delicious meals at local eateries such as the Coffee Cup, which was even featured on Guy Fieri's Diners Drive-ins and Dives. It's definitely worth exploring the dining scene here!
27% as popular as Phoenix
3 minutes off the main route, 91% of way to Las Vegas
Henderson, a city near Las Vegas, is located in Nevada and offers a variety of attractions. The Clark County Museum showcases regional history and restored vintage homes, while the Lion Habitat Ranch serves as a sanctuary for big cats. To the east, Lake Mead provides opportunities for water activities amidst a rocky landscape with valleys and trails. Additionally, the Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area features over 300 ancient rock art panels at a petroglyph site.
11% as popular as Phoenix
3 minutes off the main route, 94% of way to Las Vegas
Best stops along Maricopa to Las Vegas drive
The top stops along the way from Maricopa to Las Vegas (with short detours) are Desert Botanical Garden, Musical Instrument Museum, and Phoenix Zoo. Other popular stops include Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park, Hackberry General Store, and Heard Museum.
Great entertainment the musicians were all multi talented and put on a great show, also
the buffet dinner was very good as well, will
definitely go there again!!
Keith Leiss — Google review
We had a nice time at the Silver Star Theater for a December 30th, 2023 Variety Show. We went to celebrate a family member's birthday. We have all been there before when it was Broadway Palm Dinner Theater, so had an idea of what to expect. Overall, we'd go back to see other shows and invite friends and family for another local experience.
I purchased the tickets online (phone version was a bit tricky, better on the website) and checked in at the desk to the left of the main entrance (doors most right of the location). They didn't scan my barcode, just provided my name for my tickets. We got there a little before 5:30 PM and had some time to use the restrooms and look around the gift shop. We then went to be seated at our table, Row BB in the middle, which were nice seats, still reasonably close to the stage.
Drink prices are reasonable. Buffet was fine and you could go back as many times as you'd like (usually long wait and food was just alright - some things were better than others). Salad bar usually didn't have a line.
Show started at 7:05 PM, Intermission at 7:46 PM and after an encore, the show ended at 9:06 PM. We loved listening to vocalist Devon Lewno, who had such an energetic, captivating personality. Chuck Curry, Flagstaff local, was a great host, singer, and had incredible trumpet skills! It was a nice band to listen to overall.
Alexandra — Google review
As they say, "Vegas entertainment-Mesa prices". The performers and buffet are EXCELLENT. The group has many Theme Acts, all spectacular. The season is over. Get ready for next season. Shows run from November through April. I can't wait, I'm so excited. There cocktail and refreshment menu prices is a Bargain. And table services, excellent. All sounds too good to be true? See for yourself. You will not be disappointed.
harley d — Google review
(9/15/23) True Country show $49. Dinner started at 5:30 buffet style salad bar with Italian or ranch options fruit meat potatoes cooked veggies and pasta. Chocolate cake and water was already on our dinner table. Server came to take drink orders at an extra cost which you pay at intermission ex coffee $3 beer $6 they also have liquor options. A little card on the table suggests $3 per person gratuity. Show first set 7-7:45pm, 20 min intermission, 8:05-8:53 second set. Spoiler alert songs they did.... Down at the twist and shout, Mountain music, don't rock the jukebox, trouble, Man I feel like a woman, long neck bottle, king of the road, fishing in the dark, crazy, Friends in low places, All my ex's live in Texas, wagon wheel, something to talk about, orange blossom special, (intermission) Chattahoochee, Jolene, Amarillo by morning, Ace in the hole, take me home country roads, (steel guitar solo - Ken Skraggs?) Boot scootin boogie, much too young, stand by your Man, Rocky top, encore was devil went down to Georgia.
LittleMiss Candice — Google review
My lady and I enjoyed our return to the Silver Star after 3 years. We chose the Ultimate Hits show featuring rock hits from the 60's, 70's and 80's.
When we arrived this past Friday (August 4th) evening, we noticed the bar was no longer there. We were informed that our servers (they were wonderful, not to mention efficient) would be available to take cocktail orders at our table and this worked out fine.
The buffet was still there and the fare was good overall except for the pasta which was fairly salty. Their famous layered chocolate cream cake was delicious as always and our iced water tumblers were never empty.
The show was absolutely fantastic as always with the exception of the underwhelming jokes. The artists were enthusiastic and had no problem getting us audience members to engage with them.
The various song selections were well sung and played and much appreciated by those of us in the audience. The band and vocalists were at the TOP of their game during this Ultimate Hits show! Note: The Elvis impersonator was damned good!
A BIG thank you to the band, vocalists and the outstanding staff at The Silver Star! We're looking forward to attending additional shows in the near future!
Hook 'em Horns — Google review
I LOVED the band. Each member is unbelievably talented! Horn, Saks, drums, guitars!!! We are just passing by here for a two week stay. My hubby heard about it word of mouth.
Food buffet: NO
Sheryll (TruthSayerUnlimited) — Google review
Great deal for dinner and show. You can see from anywhere because it's small and steps up for next level. Many different kinds of shows offered. Buffet food which was good but nothing spectacular. Lots of cute things in their gift drop too! They said it was an old grocery store in a strip center. I was pleasantly surprised and will be back again. Performers and band was great!
Barbara Hass — Google review
My wife and I attended the ultimate hits show on January 26th. First time for us. Staff is very knowledgeable, friendly and theater seating is very nice. I was dismayed at the buffet. Every and i mean every food item was not even Luke warm. I tried to be a rock star and eat it but it was not pleasant at all. Just today my comments were echoed to me from someone else who attended recently. I certainly will not be coming back.
Scott Stratton — Google review
This was our first time at Silver Star Theater and the experience exceeded our expectations. Everyone was so friendly and helpful! The food was buffet style, which we were a bit nervous about, but it was really tasty with a great assortment of options. There was a salad bar, mixed vegetables, ribs, roast, pasta, mashed and roasted potatoes, and not to mention delicious chocolate cake! We saw the country show and could not stop talking about how amazing the female singer and fiddle player were. It was a great way to spend our 5 year anniversary!
Nicole McDowell — Google review
Meal was great, three meats, many side dishes, delicious chocolate cake. Show was so good. Didn't want the night to end.
Deborah Binstock — Google review
Had a wonderful time. Not a bad seat in the house. We were in front but next time I think I would go to second level.
Russ Wald — Google review
The ‘Rock and Roll Jukebox Show’ was so entertaining, with some serious musical talent onstage. The crowd was up on their feet dancing by the end! Service was efficient and friendly. HOWEVER, the buffet was definitely underwhelming. There was a lack of quantity, and variety for the crowd. Serious upgrade needed to buffet quality, starting with the temperature of the food - it was lukewarm at best 🥲.
Penrose Hogan — Google review
This is a must do for anyone in the Arizona area. It covered all the great things to do for an awesome evening, food, entertainment and hostesses are topnotch.
Food- it is a buffet w only the finest choices. I'm a foodie that left full and happy.
Entertainment- The show was one of the best group of Entertainers doing there thing for us. True stars.
Hostesses and Help- They we there to guide, keep your drinks full and assist w all questions.
All ages and music types will have great time. It's a must to do so don't miss out limited shows
Thank you guys for an awesome Thanksgiving.
Griff Jeske — Google review
Saw the show Yacht Rock tonight March 13 2024... I've been to Silver Star at least 15 times over the past few years and I believe this show was right up at the top, my new all-time favorite combination of tunes; all lively happy upbeat light rock, a mix of R&B, rock, jazz, from Jimmy Buffet to Fleetwood Mac... we are so lucky to have this fun dinner show theater in our town of Mesa, Arizona. Don't miss it.
Organ Stop Pizza is a distinctive destination that serves Italian cuisine and pizza while featuring live music from the largest Wurlitzer pipe organ in the world. Patrons can enjoy magical performances by talented artists who take requests on a rotating stage, accompanied by dancing cat puppets. The salad bar offers a good selection, and prices are affordable.
A very unique experience. I love the live music and the fact they took all requests. I thought the Jurassic Park song was absolutely fantastic. The pizza was surprisingly good and well priced. Definitely glad I had an ice cream sundae while I was there.
Samuel Hoska — Google review
I really enjoyed this restaurant. The pizza reminded me of my youth and one of my favorite pizza of all time. The crust had a great crunch, the sauce was good, and the cheese and toppings were plentiful.
The atmosphere was interesting as it seats 700 people, but the entertainment was top-notch. We stayed for the entire performance.
I will definitely be returning here my next time in town.
Fred Gowin — Google review
Kind of new in town, so I had no idea about this place. We got invited to celebrate a birthday party. Walking in there are some games and arcades. Then you got the order/ pickup area drinks and deserts to the side. It's a pretty big place with 2 story floors. As we were sitting down, a gentleman comes out from underneath the stage to play the organ. You are able to request songs, so that's pretty cool. The ambience was great listening to music played while eating. All the animation with the organ pipes all sound the back wall was great. Def recommend come check this spot, great for kids and adults!
Alejandro Castro — Google review
Super fun! I came here as a child and was totally blown away with the talent the organist had. Now as an adult I was equally impressed. The pizza has always been good too. The best atmosphere for any music lover!
Jana Lyn Hall — Google review
Very unique pizza place that has the world's largest theater organ. With over 4000 pipes, it also controls over 60 distinct instruments, grand piano to an accordian. A bank of 40 trumpets, multiple drums, a dozen cymbals of various sizes, there is no way to adequately describe it, you must experience it. The pizza is good and very reasonable with the organ concert being FREE!!. The organists play audience requests by memory, using absolutely no sheet music. A fantastic value and unique experience.
Paul Deeds — Google review
Such a unique experience. We were recommended this place by lots of people so had to stop in. The pizza was good thin crust with lots of toppings. We had the combination, pepperoni and Hawaiian. Hawaiian didn’t have a lot of flavor but we enjoyed the combination and pepperoni. Small is more than enough for one person. We ordered a lg Hawaiian, med pepperoni, and small combination. Combination was very good. You order drinks at another spot. With how busy they were we did get service and pizza pretty quickly. However there is entertainment while you wait. The huge organ and its accompanying instruments were amazing! I can’t imagine how one person has the dexterity and memory for it. Played some iconic songs and my son loved it! They have lots of seating and you may sit closely with other people. You wait for your number to light up on the board in the room and then grab your pizza. All around such a unique and fun experience!
The Picky Eater — Google review
Wow amazing! Super cool place to grab some pizza. Food wise the pizza was fresh, crisp, and very tasty. The Organ music was fun and definitely something different to add a cool experience to a pizza dinner. Good ice cream for dessert. Only downside was no free refills on soda but hey 6 bucks for a pitcher doesn't break the bank so it's all good. A +++
Joseph Bove — Google review
This place is pretty cool and I have been here on a number of occasions! The pizza is actually really good for the price and the staff is very friendly. The “organ part” of the restaurant is an immersive experience because the organ fills the entire theater room that it is located in, and the acoustics are such that the music can be heard from every corner of the room. The seating is two story seating and seated around the person playing the music. The person that is playing on any given night plays a selection of modern music and also takes requests. Every experience I have had here has been a great one, and I enjoy coming here with my family.
Josef Kruppenbacher — Google review
Me and my family came here because my fiance and I remember coming as kids and we've both been curious to try it again and take our kids. It was amazing!! The Organist we had the plesure of witnessing was Brett. He was phenomenal!!! The music was such a beautiful experience while eating pretty yummy food. The pizza and zucchini were tasty!! We also had ice cream which was good too!! Prices were fairly wonderful as well. We plan to go back soon. It was a really fun experience for the whole family.
Demi Hernandez — Google review
Organ Stop Pizza is a huge, unique, and highly entertaining pizza shop for all ages! It was great fun listening to masterfully performed, audience-requested tunes played on the world’s largest Wurlitzer organ ever made! I thought the best part of our evening at the restaurant was the 30-minute performances, then the ice cream sundaes, and then the good pizza! The place is great for birthday parties! We’re already talking about our next visit!
Pam Myhra — Google review
Had a work team building lunch at this location. It was different from any usual place I would go to. The pizza was decent reminds me of Peter Piper. I did enjoy the crunchy crust. Was a little disappointed that I couldn't order appetizers because we had a special event before the place actually opened. The music was different for me, and the guy didn't play the songs that Mr. and my girls requested. I guess he didn't know the melody for them. I did enjoy the scoop of ice cream. I guess for a buffet and entertainment you can go wrong. I did enjoy myself!
Erica Lee — Google review
It was our first time and we enjoyed the experience.
When you arrive, you order your food and pick it up at the window when it’s ready. You seat yourself and serve yourself.
We started with the appetizer combo basket and salad bar salads. The fried mushrooms were delicious! The salad bar is fresh and full of options, it’s worth getting the larger plate and sharing. We ordered a large specialty vegetarian pizza; it was packed with veggies and the bottom crust was crispy. It was delicious. We topped it off with a pitcher of root beer.
The Organ is beautiful and the musician was very talented. There are papers available to write song requests on or shout out special occasions (birthday, anniversary, etc), and a box at the front of the stage to drop them in.
We all enjoyed ourselves and talked about how we would definitely return.
Cressie Greenland — Google review
World’s Largest Wurlitzer Pipe Organ in a Pizza shop, need I say more. Inexpensive food, rotating stage, dancing cat puppets, magical performances by the super talented artists who play on requests. I stayed there for an hour even though I ate the food in 5 minutes. Good selection in salad bar too. I have a 3000 location bucket list and this made it to my 100 absolute favorite.
Anirudh Koul — Google review
What a unique dining experience. I myself loved it, but I could see how this isn't everyone's cup of tea.
To start, there is a giant 1,074 key pipe organ here that will be playing while you eat. It is LOUD (He takes a 15 minute break every 45 minutes). The lights flash on and off occasionally to the music as well and it can be startling.
Also, there is no table service here. You order your food at the front, and pay, and they'll give you a number. Then you have to order your drinks at a separate station, and pay again. Then go find a seat out of the 700 spots they offer (picnic table style seating). Then you go back and pick it up when your number lights up on the board above.
That being said, the food was really good, and the prices are reasonable. We had a Hawaiian pizza and garlic cheese bread and they were both awesome! I would come here again for sure, but make sure you're ready for the noise.
Christopher Regets — Google review
This is definitely the coolest pizza place in the valley.
We came during rush hour so it was kind of busy and took a while to get the food which was okay.
The food was great but the music was the best part.
They played all the popular songs including Bohemian Rhapsody, Piano Man, Titanic Theme, Star Wars theme several others.
Matt McLean — Google review
Organ stop pizza does entertainment and pizza the right way. Their pizza is solid and tasty as well as their salad. All the pizza styles I have tried were great. The entertainment is awesome and great for family and kids. I’d highly recommend checking them out.
Jerome Cooper — Google review
This place is one of a kind!! We have visited the Phoenix area multiple times in recent years, but never stopped here. We are happy we did!! The organ performances are fantastic. The pizza is good. Nothing fancy, but affordable and tasty. We made our own medium cheeseburger pizza since the specialty pizza menu is limited. Nice game area for kids. Good seating options for groups of all ages and sizes. We went on a Sunday evening and there were five birthday celebrations happening! It was enjoyable and we will be back.
Nicole Schroeder — Google review
A casual and entertaining place to eat! The pizza has a basic taste and has a decent amount of toppings. The employees were helpful. I recommend finding a seat on the first floor since it’s hard to see the performer from the second floor. The performer was amazing; the atmosphere is unmatched. I will definitely be back!
ZARTCHIC P — Google review
A really fun stop on vacation with the kids and perfect for all ages. Love the atmosphere and the live music and variety of music played. Even more wonderful than we imagined. Total wow factor and obviously a hit spot - even during the week. Perfect for families. Loved the salad bar. The pizza was decent.
Jamie Adcock RUNNING DIVA MOM — Google review
Pretty decent food. But what people come for is the awesome atmosphere and the amazing music! The organist was a fantastic musician and knew an incredible number of songs. We hung around long enough for several of our kids' requests to be played. Really cool experience and worth the stop!
Ryan Shary — Google review
Brought our friends who were vacationing with us, and it was as fantastic as I remembered. We arrived early around 3:30, and there was a line up waiting. We all enjoyed the music 🎶🎵 (pipe organ) and I must say what talented and entertaining musicians they have. Also, the service and staff are always picking up, cleaning up and making sure all is done to accommodate more customers. Great experience all around and I would highly recommend this place for young and old.
Nicole Danis — Google review
This place is AMAZING!!!! The organ player is VERY talented with playing songs the audience requests and the place is very clean and friendly! This place is my go to since I was child back in 2000 and more is being added to the shows Every time I go. Children love the shows and the food is good. Pizza was $18.00 for a large one topping and it includes the show. My absolute favorite part of this place is the dancing puppet cats that are original to the show and seats all have a clear view of the show. Must stop and see it!
Wendy Howard — Google review
Very fun activity to do if you have never been to an Oregon stop pizza. I Remember it from my childhood. So I had to take my two kids. They loved it. Was very busy, but it all worked out.
The Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino is an 8-story, 83,000 square foot casino property with modern amenities and a great atmosphere. It has a heated pool, nightclub, and several restaurants. The casino is located in Chandler near the Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass Resort.
Had a ton of fun here the rooms were fantastic not too expensive and well-maintained Dash very clean.
The casino was very fun and absolutely smoke-free, huge plus for me. Everybody was extremely friendly. Walked away a good winner at blackjack, roulette, and craps… All three of those paid out well definitely above the odds.
They even have a little sports bat.
I’m going back in two weeks, bringing my team so we can all have some fun.
Don Turnbaugh — Google review
Honestly this was one of the best stats I’ve had. The rooms were quite spacious and smelled fresh and clean the bathrooms were in great condition mirrors clean tubs appeared brand new. The beds were crazy comfortable the resort as a whole was very neat and in order the gambling floor didn’t smell of cigarettes and mildewy carpet restaurants were simply delicious. Put it this way I left with the feeling of wanting to come back.
Kevin Cummings — Google review
It's a great looking casino and the rooms are very nice. I can overlook how tight the machines can be and I can understand paying an exorbitant amount of money for liquor and beer b/c so many people still are willing to throw away good money here; but it's inexcusable to have started to charge a resort fee of ~$32/night especially for those of us with a gold card. I sure as hell hope that Platinum members would have the fee waived when using their comped rooms but there's no reason for me to ever play as much as I used to in order to get to that level when seeing absolutely ZERO merit to having gold status. It's pure greed on your part Gila and shows your utter contempt for your paying guests.
You also don't even get a bottled water in your room for the resort fee.
Joe Blow — Google review
Took the family to the Cafe for dinner. We were seated very quickly by an awesome man. The Asian waitress passed us by a dozen times over a fifteen minute period. She finally took our order and we continued to sit there for another hour and fifteen minutes. We were finally able to get her attention to ask when the food was to come. She said to just wait, there was another 5 tables ahead of us. We watched the whole Cafe rotate diners. She never did put the orders in.. we just left. So sad to reflect on a great casino with bad servers like that.
Mark Webb — Google review
The location is good as it’s fairly close to Phoenix and has a mall next door. The food is yummy, and staff is very friendly. The reason I gave rooms a 3 star is: -no bathrobes or slippers, for a “resort” that is pretty standard, - no water stations (hello, we’re in the desert!) and hard to find ice machines. they didn’t offer me water at check in even though I saw a huge water fridge behind the desk. - no room service. Seriously?? - no mini bar. - small and low quality bathroom products. I’ve seriously had better at Homewood Suites. So overall I would say this hotel is lovely but NOT a “resort,” and if you’re just looking for a comfortable place to stay inside a casino, then it’s great.
Paige Taylor Bennett — Google review
I was at Gila River Resort for 4 days for a conference. Some might have entered the casino but that not my thing. The rooms are very clean and nice, conference hall and outdoor meeting place very nice. We power walked in the mornings and enjoyed fine dining at night. I highly recommend this location.
Chérie Stall — Google review
It is so beautiful here. We were on a company trip/competition and we had an absolutely amazing time. They weren't completely done with some of the newer features that they were adding on, like the rooftop dining or a couple of extra bar areas, but everything else that was completed was absolutely beautiful. Everything is very clean and orderly, the staff is amazing and very friendly, and the food was good. We personally don't gamble, but people we were with who did loved the casino. The rooms are spacious, clean, and very comfortable. The pool/hot tub area is very big, they have a smaller pool off to the side which has the water depth better for kids, and a smaller hot tub to relax in if you'd like to relax while the kids play but still keep an eye on them, and there are plenty of chairs, tables, and even cabanas for all. We are definitely going back for a personal vacation when the rooftop is done. I recommend staying here
Vikki Jo — Google review
Casino and hotel lobby is hopping w/out overwhelming. Sports betting avail with theater-size screen TV. Their 5star restaurant on top floor is unrivaled & romantic. Specialty mini cocktail gets you started compliments of the hour. Superior cuts of steak grilled to perfection and plenty of sea food, French and new American cuisine dishes. Expect to pay $$$$, but there are reasonable options for salads, soup and fancy smaller dishes. Go at night for a better and romantic view of the streets and highway lights, since the Resort is secluded.
Al Hernandez Santana — Google review
This is a great resort. From the front staff to the pool staff... Even the guests were great. Such a friendly environment and Native owned.
The pool/ hot tub is such a treat. If you are in the Phoenix area you definitely need to check this resort out.
There's an amazing steakhouse, casino, a top golf bar and so much more to explore.
Dillon Pousson — Google review
Gila River does it right! I've been to 2 Vertical Track events at Gila River and it was a 5 star experience each time. Very well done. The staff are top notch. The room and amenities were excellent. I enjoyed the pool as well. The restaurants and bars were excellent and the casino itself was a great experience too. Thank you and please continue setting the bar high!
Ryan Johnson — Google review
Went specifically to go to Prime Steakhouse. Food, service, and views were exquisite! We opted to get full service at the bar, and everything was on point. Service was friendly, efficient, and all-around enjoyable. We will definitely be back, and I would certainly suggest you check out this spot!
David Nelson — Google review
From the minute I walked in the door I felt very welcome. Staff was friendly and they were very accommodating when my flight was changed and I arrived very early. The room was very nice and very clean. I did have to call for a drain plug for the bath tub but someone brought it very quickly. The pool area was very nice and relaxing with great service from the bar. The Casino seemed like it had a lot of options as far as games and slots. There was a decent amount of restaurants to choose from and there was a really great coffee shop which I visited several times 😊 We were happy with the amount of security in the parking lot and in and around the casino. We were very happy with our stay we actually went back a few nights later and my husband stays from time to time due to working in the area. I definitely recommend this casino and I hope to go back soon!
Brittany Durchholz — Google review
RUDY made our check-in smooth and fast - super helpful and friendly. The room was clean and luxurious! Looked new. The event was amazing, and all service was fantastic. The food was exceptional at every meal. 5 stars doesn't cover the hard work these folks do to make it look easy!!!!!!
Timothy Hoffman — Google review
I actually love this casino and service until they just decided to close down the high limit bar section. This was my favorite area for drinks, lounge while cooling off during playing. Also had great employees there who were social. They decided to have more slots as it it was needed. Horrible mistake, might not go back again unless it goes back to the same.
S C — Google review
Professional Drivers, DO NOT SPEND YOUR MONEY HERE! If I could give it zero stars , I would. Was approached by security, before I could even stop, way way in the back of an empty parking lot. He was very passive aggressive and rude (I call it nice nasty) about me parking on property... After all, they used to have truck parking before the renovations..and there is a huge football field of empty space roped off. When I asked about why they don't have parking anymore, security's response was: "Go to the casino down the street, they have semi parking there." I was really looking forward to just wind down a little bit. I only spend my money where I'm respected. I urge you to do the same. People will learn respect when they start losing money behind it.
R.L. — Google review
On vacation.
In Arizona, not staying at the casino resort, so no rating on the rooms. Just went inside to see the atmosphere and have a quick bite for dinner. I had a couple slices at the rizzo's pizza place and a drink, A bit on the pricey side. Played a couple of the easy slots but didn't really win too much. It's a nice enough atmosphere inside if you like this kind of thing, And they have MGM betting rooms and a fancy steakhouse, They also have a Fat burger inside,believe it or not, As well as a few other restaurant choices. I'm not big on betting. I just went in to see what it looked like. It's easy enough to get in and out of and the parking is free.
David — Google review
Matt, Henry, and Thomas ( didn’t quite catch the name but I think it was Thomas, he was my host) and the last person was up at the steakhouse I think his name was Vic but again I can’t be sure. This is the first review I’ve ever written a review ever. and I’ve got to say I’m doing it because I really did have a great time and the people deserve recognition. From the very first moment we walked in and the front desk ladies greeted us with such Hospitality to that genuine smiles. And then going later to Shelia’s steakhouse and being greeted by a great staff and the general manager or person in charge did so many attention details it was awesome. The next night at the high limits not only my dealer but the pit boss were very very respectful and hospitable. not sure if the hotel was connected to the golf course but the golf course there was awesome and the staff were wonderful. I I am definitely going back this was a great getaway for my wife and I. I am happy to give my full name which is Mark Thering. if you have further inquiries you can Google my name and get my cell number. Thank you again for wild horse staff for showing my wife and I a great time. You could not have done anything better.
camera nest — Google review
We chose Wild Horse Pass for a corporate retreat and they exceeded our expectations. We had less than a month to coordinate for 65+ people. Their team was fantastic from helping confirm rooms (even as we were updating at the last minute), to setting up the Ball Room for our presentations and meals. We couldn't have pulled it off without their help. Given the location, accommodations, pool, restaurants on-site, etc., it's a great place for a corporate event. We will use them again!
Patrick Harmsen — Google review
This has been my go to place these past few years… everything from their front-end and support staff (Guest representatives, Valet, Housekeeping, Casino, & Restaurant personnel), amenities, restaurants, casino, and accommodations have been nothing short of amazing. Their facilities are every much the 4 Stars they are rated. I feel at home and the staff ensures that you feel valued for choosing their resort. As a frequent traveler, it is rare to find a gem like this. I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a resort full of individual and family fun. Five Stars ✨ all the way…
Ernesto Corralejo — Google review
Love this place… visit as often as possible to just relax and sit out on balcony and take in the view of our beautiful natural surroundings. Always has a good vibe and the food was exceptional up on the rooftop restaurant. I haven’t had 5 star service this good. Retired to my room and slept incredibly. On my way out the next day I threw a couple of bucks in a machine and ended up leaving with a W-G for my taxes. Win/Win situation if you ask me! Can’t wait to dine rooftop on the next special occasion. The tomahawk steak is exceptional. Thank you Wild Horse Pass for letting ME DO ME!
Jane Young-Nappi — Google review
Walked from truck stop to casino. Sidewalks need improvement or a shuttle would be welcomed. Dropped and lost my Harley-Davidson money clip. Was found by staff cleaning. Was already empty ( I lost ) but was turned in. Very commendable for the staffs honesty. Was returned to me by mail at no charge. I would have paid and told them I would do so but they mailed to me at no charge. Great people there. Thank you for your help to return my possession. Very commendable for your staff !!
Rick Maxwell — Google review
Went to see The Cult on 10/26 @ Wild Horse Pass. The band was as excellent as ever. Not sure what the venue staff are hoping to accomplish here. As far as crowd management, they get you in pretty quickly. They have decided to provide a GA area for those who want to stand and be close. However, once the performance starts, the ushers seem to disappear in the seated areas. This is the third show I've seen where people are allowed to stand in the aisles. Meaning, if you paid for a reserved seat, you still have to tend to people standing in front of you as well as from the sides. Really frustrating. I could barely see the top of the band's heads. As mentioned, there was no one to be found to usher people away from the aisle. And, there were plenty of people standing just before the seating area. If there was a fire, most would be trampled to death. I hope someone from WHP reads this as I am not sure I'll be back. If I wanted a GA experience, I wouldn't bother to pay for a seat.
Michael Hoyt — Google review
I stayed with a friend for a weekend getaway. I have to say, we had an amazing time. It was friendly, inviting, the Christmas decorations were nice and the staff was extremely friendly. We didn’t have time to get a reservation for dinner but that will be next on my list to stay and check out the dining that is available, I’ve heard great things so I am excited to go back!
Ryonna Smith — Google review
Recently we had a conference at the Gila, I give it 5 stars for the Business Center alone. Maria was wonderful to work with. I contacted her before we even arrived, informing her of the packages we were sending and how many. She contacted me when they arrived and made sure that they were in our room when we got there so we didn't have to go hunting for them. We had some large packages to ship back. She made sure that they were all wrapped and ready to go at the end of the conference. Sent me all the tracking numbers and copies of the documents. I wish I could take her with me to all our conferences! What a pleasure to work with her.
Sara Rafter — Google review
I've been here twice. Both times, I've only come to the casino. The parking garage was easy to use. The players' card line was never that long. One day I lost a few hundred. The next I won. I like the table games. If I visit the area again I'm likely to go back.
G McDee — Google review
We stayed here for one night. The service from all staff including the valet, pool, and rooms was amazing! They made our experience totally worth it. Highly recommend. The casino was fun and nice to have the variety of food options inside. Did not have to leave once.
Nydia Navarro — Google review
I didn't stay at the venue as an overnight guest. That's why there is no room score.
I didn't gamble, although I walk around with a complementary no alcoholic beverage.
I attended a concert and the venue was perfect for people who love smaller functions. Every seat in the house would be a great seat. I was surprised with my seat. It was actually better than I expected however it was rather pricey. If you're on a budget, remember all seats have a great view.
In fact, the upper level could be considered better. If you had a tall person in front of you or people standing in the 100 section. It could block your view and camera. My seat was section 203, seat 13. It had a nice ledge to hold your beverage and/or purse.
L Leslie T — Google review
Went for a concert. I had not been in that venue before. Had a great time as there isn't a bad view and how close the artists are since the venue is a lot smaller than an arena. Would definitely come back for another concert
Manuel C — Google review
The 5 star reviews must be written by people who have never been to a resort and have no clue what a resort is supposed to be like. Like one review mentioned, there is no complementary water anywhere, which is very interesting, considering we are in the desert. No coffee available in the morning, no breakfast, nothing. If you want coffee, you will have to walk upstairs and pay $7 for it at Starbucks. I’ve never even seen as much as a cheap Holiday Inn that doesn’t offer free coffee to its guests. No smart TV, so you cant watch anything unless you pay your right arm for a movie or show. No laundry room, which is really tough on people who are here for work. We ended up having to go to a laundromat in town 15 minutes away to wash our clothes. The absolute worst part is that almost all of the rooms are conjoining rooms no soundproof doors, so you will most definitely be in a room where you can hear absolutely everything that your neighbor is doing. For us, that meant extremely loud music all night long. Last but not least, everyone working in the casino is incredibly condescending and rude. We heard them speak extremely aggressively and demeaningly to multiple people who were sitting there spending much more than we were. It seems like Customer Service 101 to treat your most valuable customers with respect. Overall, to have this experience at a place where you are coming in likely spending thousands of dollars to stay and gamble was just ridiculous.
Haley Darnell — Google review
We went to see the band War. Concert was Great! Venue needs improvement. Arrangement of seats makes it impossible to see stage. Luckily there were two large screens for viewing. I also saw several people struggling to get in and out of seats. They do not accommodate large people. All said War was great! We did not stay at the hotel.
Luz Apodaca — Google review
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5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd, Chandler, AZ 85226, USA
Located in the Gila River Indian Community near Tempe, KOLI Equestrian Center provides a range of horseback riding experiences such as guided trail rides, hay wagon rides, cattle drives and special events for both private and corporate groups. Riders can enjoy scenic views while being guided by trained horses that respond to reins and gentle taps on their heels instead of just following other horses.
I went a few weeks back for my mom's birthday and we had a great time! We went for an hour and a half horse back riding trip and it was so much fun! The people running all of it are so much fun and so lively! They truly are having a great time there! The trail itself was alittle dusty, but again your in a desert so it was expected. But such a great time to ride in the morning! I would definitely come back again!
Alexandra Rodriguez — Google review
Worth every minute!!! Tristan and crew were very friendly and professional. Booked a private ride to see the wild horses. Our rides, Heather and Billy, were calm but responsive. We found an amazing heard of horses to observe and explore. They surrounded us and were curious to interact. It was amazing watching the interactions and see the new foul. It was time well spent for a rare and priceless experience. Would book again in a heartbeat. No horse experience necessary.
Stacie Thompson — Google review
I took my boyfriend here to go on a horse ride for a late birthday present. We had such a good time! We went to the margarita sunset ride. The ride was an hour long, and the horses were trained to respond to the reins and gentle taps from the heels, rather than just following the other horses. The employees were very entertaining and kind. At the end we all got margaritas and chips with salsa! It was definitely a good time and I want to go back for private lessons!
Morgan Jones — Google review
We had the best experience with the KOLI Equestrian Center, it was our favorite part of our trip to AZ! We rode as part of the "Mustangs and Massages" package thru the AjiSpa. Our trail ride was so much fun, our guide was outstanding, and our horses were well trained, well cared for, and beautiful. The 90 minute morning horseback ride was a perfect amount of time (though this momma was a little sore the next day - ha ha) and was leisurely, yet still exciting and fun. I would FOR SURE recommend this riding center and the guides for anyone looking to do a bit of horseback riding in the Phoenix area. I am already wanting to go back for the Margarita Sunset ride. :) Thanks for a wonderful experience!
Jennifer Danker — Google review
My daughter does the kids club here and loves it. Robert is her favorite trainer and he’s so patient and makes the kids laugh and enjoy the riding. The fact that it’s 90 minutes is great and that a trail ride is included is huge for me. I like the flexibility of booking to help with various events in our life. Our first experience was a birthday party and I would do it again here. I love that it’s out at the desert and so beautiful. Do come a minimum of 15 minutes early.
Krista Robles — Google review
A ride to remember. It was a birthday treat from me to me😊
Wrangler Sylvia and Felix were wonderful I loved riding lighting very surprised how the horses were well behaved and not hard to stir. Recommend hands down
Gwyne McMillan — Google review
A must for horse back riding! Lovely views throughout our 90 minute ride. We enjoyed our guide who was very friendly and informative, could tell she loved what she does.
Marc — Google review
Tristan is great! We booked a one hour private ride & had 0 experience in riding. Within minutes of getting on we were confident. Pleasant views & conversation the entire ride. Excited to take others with us next time.
Mario Rosales — Google review
My brother and I did the 60 minute margarita sunset ride with Silvia, and it was perfect. She was very knowledgeable about the horses and passionate too. The horses were tame and easy to ride. The train was pretty smooth as well and perfect for beginners. After the ride, we had margaritas which were strong enough and a great ending. I would highly recommend for anyone looking for a peaceful activity.
Adele E — Google review
Such an amazing experience. Our tour guide Sylvia was the best! She made it so much worth it.
Pamela Mena — Google review
I booked an early sunrise ride with Sylvia and she was lovely. I haven't been on a horse in about 20 years and have never ridden Western before but Sylvia made me feel absolutely comfortable.
Thank you Sylvia for a great memory!
Rachel Collins — Google review
Wonderful experience for wife's 60th birthday. 90 minute private ride. Amazing guide. Got to mingle with herd of wild horses. Truly memorable experience.
Jeffrey Cushman — Google review
The desert is flat and wide which makes such a beautiful sunrise for the morning ride. The horse I rode was Bucky and he was so easy to handle and very well behaved. Very affordable ride, if I lived locally, I'd come here all the time. Thanks for the fun time, Ben! 😃
A D — Google review
We had a great time, it’s on our bucket list, we were so afraid but the guide Ray was wonderful with my sister and me! We are so proud of ourselves! What a beautiful ride and the people that were in our group were great!
connie sadowski realtor — Google review
This was the highlight of our trip! We stayed at the Sheraton Grand Wild Horse Pass Resort. Koli offered free transportation to and from this resort. Everyone at Koli were very friendly and welcoming. I had my 8 & 9 year old with me and they were so patient with them. The ride itself was beautiful and our guide was amazing. Overall, a fantastic experience and I highly recommend them!
Norma Gaona — Google review
We had a 90min private ride with 2 very caring wranglers and it was absolutely stunning and breathtaking to see the wild horses out there! We will definitely treasure this moment of riding with you guys. Thank you so much!
F. Koehler — Google review
Riding a horse has been on my bucket list for quite some time and KEC provided a great first time experience! Nate and Ryan were friendly and knowledgeable and lots of fun! I will definitely be back and share Koli Equestrian Center with friends!
Rebecca Jussila — Google review
My husband and I loved our time here! Robert was a fantastic, fun, and friendly guide. The horses were fun and being able to watch the sunrise was beautiful! For anyone with sensitivities like asthma, you might want to bring a mask as there was more dust than us amateurs anticipated :) No bags allowed, so keep that in mind!
Victoria Bischoff — Google review
We could not have asked for a better horseback riding experience. My girlfriend and I booked a private ride with KOLI Equestrian Center. Our guide went above and beyond to give us a knowledgeable, safe, and fun experience. Whether you are a novice or advanced at riding, KOLI considers your individual needs. We asked questions about the land, comfortably shared stories, and were fortunate enough to have an incredible sighting of the wild horses close to our path. We laughed, learned, and LOVED every minute of our experience! It is so clear that the KOLI team is dedicated to their beautiful animals, the safety of their guests, and the respect of the land. We HIGHLY recommend KOLI; we are so grateful we found them!
Julie Jarvis — Google review
We loved this experience. Our guide Ray was able to take us to hang out with over 60 wild horses. He also shared so much history and added to our trip immensely
The Phoenix Zoo is an enormous, privately-owned zoo in the city of Phoenix, Arizona. It is home to more than 1400 animals from all over the world, many of which are endangered species. The zoo offers a variety of exhibits and activities for visitors, including a children's area and petting zoo. The zoo's conservation efforts are also notable, as it strives to be a leader when it comes to improving peoples' lives through interaction with nature.
Extremely nice and well maintained zoo. Very big. Exhibits were well taken care of. We loved the little desert walk through. It was very reasonably priced. I think that is probably one of the best zoos I have ever been to. It was easy to navigate. Flamingos are my favorite and they had a really great exhibit with lots of birds!
Hole in the rock was very close almost within walking distance if it wasn't too hot. After the zoo we drove over and climbed up and were in awe over the view. Well worth it and I'm so glad we stopped.
Ashley DiCarlo — Google review
Amazing zoo, very green, no plastic bags for merchandise. Animals look to be treated really well here, enclosures for the bigger animals are huge, making it seem more natural. Definitely would recommend everyone to visit if in the area, purchasing tickets online on their website will save you a couple of bucks and being able to skip the ticket booth lines if any at all.
Atmosphere was very clean, they do an impeccable job with that. If you're not a long walker, I'd recommend the scooterpals, as an adult, you can ride 2 person on it, pretty fun actually and you can unleash the kid inside you. 😁
Kent — Google review
Such a great zoo! There is so much to do every time you come. The animal exhibits are great! You can get up close to most of the animals. The zoo has entertainment for all ages here. You can ride a camel, hit the splash pad, ride the merry-go-round, and the farm area has a playground and petting zoo - so much fun! Definitely recommend coming early in the morning to see the zookeepers feed the animals. Concession stands all over the grounds, and the exhibits are well spaced out. There are tons of different event nights throughout the year, too! It's definitely worth the visit!
T Stoey — Google review
Great zoo in terms of animals! We came on thanksgiving day and it was a beautiful day and not too crowded. Weather was nice and cool and it felt like being in an air conditioned zoo!
I would easily give this 5 stars if they charged a little bit less. I go to a lot of zoos and this was one of the more expensive zoos I’ve been to, it was around $107 for me and my wife and my 4 year old daughter.
On top of this, if you want to do a bus shuttle thing, it’s an extra $6 a person to do it. There were these cool scooter things, and those were $5 plus around $0.35/minute. We also felt weird seeing camel rides at a zoo. Again that costs more money, but seems weird to subject camels to being ridden at a zoo for money.
Staff were nice and facilities were nice! Just seems like they could improve a few things.
Paul M — Google review
The zoo was fun. Pretty packed, lots of families and strollers. It's pretty pricey, but I got a $5 discount for being a student. Any place we went to grab a snack was closed before 4.
They ran out of food to feed the sting rays before 230, so that was a bummer too. Overall, we had a great time
Ann North — Google review
A Perfect Day Out at Phoenix Zoo - A Must-Visit!
We had an absolutely delightful day at Phoenix Zoo, and I cannot recommend it enough! With nearly every animal species imaginable, it's a thrilling experience for wildlife enthusiasts of all ages. The zoo is beautifully designed with ample shaded areas, providing a comfortable and cool environment even on hotter days.
What I particularly appreciated was the abundance of restrooms scattered conveniently throughout the zoo, making it easy to freshen up and keep little ones happy. The availability of water fountains also added to our comfort, ensuring we stayed hydrated as we explored.
A highlight for the kids was definitely the fun rides, perfectly suited for children, adding a touch of excitement to their educational adventure. These thoughtful amenities make Phoenix Zoo not just a place to see animals, but a full-day experience where convenience and fun go hand in hand.
Every staff member we encountered was helpful and knowledgeable, enhancing our visit with interesting facts and helpful tips. If you're looking for a family-friendly outing that combines education with entertainment, Phoenix Zoo is the place to go. Five stars all the way!
Utsav Maniyar — Google review
The phoenix zoo was amazing for myself, my wife my 8 year old and my 7 month year old. It was a busy day, but the lines were short, none of the attractions were crowded. They have definitely upgraded the grounds and even have venues for weddings and birthday parties.
The membership option is a great value, pays for itself in just about 2 trips. We are going back next week to see the African wildlife exhibits we missed.
Plenty of restrooms and snack stands. The petting zoo is always a hit with my kids, and I love the river stingrays and alligator exhibits. My wife thought the prairie dogs were adorable, and the carousel was a big hit. I have never been so terrified in my life, of, my baby, having a freak accident and slipping off. My stress was at a 99 out of 10.
My apologies, our pictures are more of the fun my family was having, and not the animals themselves
Charles Hungerford — Google review
I will always and absolutely love this place! Coming to this zoo as a child, and as an adult now makes me so happy! They are creating new exhibits for the animals, and everyone is always trying their best to keep the place clean. The new update in the gift shop is absolutely nice! Of course the food is a bit expensive, but going at the zoo during a nice chilly day is fun!
I came along with my sister's school field trip, so we did have to wait a bit. But that's understandable.
The string ray bay was absolutely worth it! The people there with red hair, and another person were very nice to my family and I! Feeding the stingrays is so nice. And they make sure you know how to feed them.
Always be prepared to pack up snacks, and water! And always please make sure to pick up your trash!
hunie pop — Google review
The zoo is really nice. I like the atmosphere; walking all around watching the beautiful trees, flowers and some lovely animals.
It is amazing and you should spend half of a day, if you wanna visit all the animals.
African animals are most visited and they look so beautiful, water's side/ part is the best part of the zoo.
King lion,Rhino, Camel, greater flamingo are really lovely and giraffes are amazing.
Olly Kally — Google review
To say I love this zoo would be an understatement! I enjoy this zoo more than the San Diego Zoo. The size is just perfect, and without a lot of steep hills. There is a lot of shade at the zoo, which is super important in Phoenix 🌞. Everything is immaculate, and the zoo employees have always been very courteous. The zoo has splash pads for the kids, a really nice merry-go-round and a tram. The animal exhibits are organized with a lot of fun information for kids. There are a lot of bathrooms 🚻, which is always helpful. Another bonus: you can take in a cooler and eat a picnic lunch by the water. We purchased a Family Zoo Membership, which is a great deal if you live nearby. Be sure to check out the Monkey Village if you go. It's very unique. Parking is free, and the walk to the gate is reasonable. The zoo rents scooters and strollers. Another huge benefit to membership: Members get in one hour early. The zoo has the usual animal exhibits that would be typical at most zoos. I am so grateful to have this zoo available to visit as a local.
The Popescus — Google review
Had so much fun here! Came to the zoo on a mother/daughter trip and it did not disappoint! Definitely got my steps in here! They had so many cool animals and displays. Don’t forget to ride the camel! Also they have tons of refreshment options and a great gift shop. I really enjoyed it!
OfcChapstick22 — Google review
My father brought me hers back in 2000 and now I brought my little ones. Loved the atmosphere of this place. The staff were all very professional. Would be nice to have have more workers at the snack bars as ordering took a good 20 minutes. I recommend you buy your tickets in advance.
SilverFoxxx — Google review
The Phoenix Zoo was amazing. I traveled here from Houston, TX to see my daughter. We took my grandson to the Phoenix Zoo. He loved it. We all had a great time. The animal cages were really close up so you could see the various animals up close. The food at the Zoo was actually good. It's very family friendly and a great place.
Steve W — Google review
This was our first visit as a family and we had such a good time. My kids were both so excited, even my teenager. It's always fun to learn about the animals and get to see them. We went when they first opened and it wasn't too busy, but it was definitely getting busier when we left 3 hours later.
Chandra Cushman — Google review
Really enjoyed this zoo not too packed and definitely the petting area was our favorite especially for the kids. The best part was the camel ride which our little one got on twice on how much she enjoyed it. Would highly recommend to buy tickets only because to buy tickets at the place is a very long line. We just went and showed our tickets and we were let through with no problem. Overall very good expiration for your little ones. Will be back again.
Irbin Tapia — Google review
Always clean, staff is always wonderful, and the membership is totally worth it. With the membership you can get in at 8 a.m. instead of the regular opening time of 9 a.m. which makes all the difference on hot weekends. Not to mention you're seeing all the animals first thing without loud crowds. It's truly magical!
Vanessa Bass — Google review
I don't have little kids anymore, but wanted a good place to walk and get outside more, so I bought a membership to the zoo. I love it! I'm not sure I'd recommend buying a one day pass (price!) but the membership has been worth it. There's so much to see, and a variety of add-on activities like dining or rides. I love seeing the updates and new things when I go. Definitely getting my money's worth from my pass!
J. N. — Google review
Neat zoo, lots of trails. Was a rainy day but animals were out. If sunny you will get hot, not a whole lot of shade areas, however there are alot of benches. Worth it, there is a cost to enter and they also do military discounts.
Buckeye Blitz — Google review
Hands down the BEST zoo I've been too! There's sooo much to do! The zoo itself is spacious and you can tell workers take pride of their work.
All the animals were visible during our visit and their enclosure made it easy to access them but still built so they are unbothered.
Highlight was the walking monkey enclosure. The staff was very informative and willing to educate people.
Deejay C — Google review
Fantastic zoo! We especially enjoyed all the cool reptiles, desert animals, camel riding ($6 or $8?) and the petting zoo with lots of cute goats. This zoo is very large and spread out, so be ready to walk a lot! Next time I want to rent the motorized animals you can ride around the park (charged by the minute)!
Ariann Schultz — Google review
This zoo was a lot of fun to go to! We got there right at 9am and was able to finish by noon (that’s without stopping frequently for food and drink and doing activities)
Walking around is not bad here. For the most part, it’s pretty flat and not super hilly. Lots of cool and unique animals to see
Staff was super helpful and informative and looked like they actually enjoy their jobs caring for the animals and teaching
Definitely recommend stopping by when you have the chance
Ciera Grace — Google review
We went to the Zoo Lights show and loved everything about the experience. Because it was dark, we did not see the animals - but would love to go back for that as well. Parking was easy, staff was very helpful and organized. Lights and music were fantastic. We spent a few hours here and enjoyed every second.
Theresa St. John — Google review
Plan at least 4+ hours if you want to see all the animals. It is a huge zoo, both in size and in the variety of animals on exhibit. The Arizona landscape in the savanna area adds a wonderful element of authenticity and ambience that other zoos don't have. There are lakes, little islands for monkeys to call home without netting, and so much to see. This is a wonderland for children as well. Lots to do to keep them entertained all day.
It's definitely worth the $40/person for adult admission. And if you live in the area, the membership is well worth the investment as well.
Highly recommended.
Hung Thai — Google review
I took my daughter here for the first time as we moved out of state and are here visiting. She had a great time. We were there for 2 hours, and I didn't feel like it was enough time!
They have some great play houses for kids, and of course, a merry go round. They also have a small splash pad area, and you can even rent a large stuffed animal to ride on.
My daughter is a year and a half, and she particularly liked playing with the statues by the exhibits as well as looking at the elephant and orangutan.
The zoo is really large, and I did feel lost a few times. However, you can download a map, and they have street signs pointing to exhibits to help you out.
Be prepared on the weekends to park far and walk. The parking is limited as there's no garage, only 1 parking lot. However, there's a nearby fishing area and trail to walk up to a lookout rock that has additional parking, and you can easily walk with a stroller.
Meg Shipley — Google review
This is a great zoo. My kids had an awesome time. They have a lot of exhibits and also places to eat and playgrounds. My kids loved the petting zoo the most. The flamingos and orangutan were also pretty popular. They have a big beautiful lake with islands that different animals hang out on, and it has a beautiful mountain backdrop. We were really glad we got membership passes.
Danielle Randazzo — Google review
This is a wonderful zoo. It great for all ages. They have a very ample variety of animals there. It's separated into sections, so it's easy to see everything without trying to figure out the place. It's a big place, so be ready to walk! It's worth it, though, and they have seating benches all over the place. Note: Going during summer time could be very, very hot!
Ed. A — Google review
SO much fun!! We went on a Friday morning and it was very busy from the parking point of view, but inside it wasn't bad at all. So many fun things to do! We were there all day and didn't even get to see everything. My kiddos LOVED IT!
Megan Oxborrow — Google review
Spent the whole day at the zoo. It was a little warm but they have splash pads. I definitely recommend buying a membership if you plan on going atleast twice. It'll save you a lot of money. You can bring an ice chest and food inside, no alcohol or glass.
The Desert Botanical Garden is a lovely place to visit in Phoenix, Arizona that houses over 50,000 different plants from around the world. It has lovely paths to explore and is a great spot for nature lovers of all ages.
Such a wonderful visit! I probably haven't been here in 30 years. I'm so glad I was given the opportunity to go with the family. We had such a lovely time. Perfect weather and sunset. Many great photos. It was great to bring my son, who is the same age I was the last time I came. Everyone really enjoyed the Chihuly exhibit. We came right before sunset so we could enjoy it both in the sunlight and lit up after dark.
Rayna Dennis — Google review
We stopped here on a whim & I'm so glad we did! Being from the east coast it felt a little surreal walking around all the cacti, plants & wildlife but this place is absolutely stunning. There is plenty to see, you could easily spend several hours walking around. It's very clean & the staff is very knowledgeable & down to earth. The gardens are so calming & relaxing, I couldn't stop smiling the entire time. As someone else said pictures are great but it is so much better in person. Truly a wonderful experience!
K J — Google review
The Desert Botanical Garden offers a delightful escape into nature's wonders, even for those who may not have a particular interest in plant life. While the gardens boast a multitude of stunning flora, including a diverse range of cacti and desert plants, there are other attractions to appreciate. For instance, if you're more drawn to wildlife, you'll find yourself surrounded by an ample amount of ground squirrels and lizards that add a touch of liveliness to the environment. Moreover, the garden ensures visitor comfort with plenty of shaded areas to seek respite from the sun, as well as numerous water fountains equipped with water bottle stations. Plus, the convenience of air-conditioned bathrooms throughout the premises enhances the overall experience.
The scenery at the Desert Botanical Garden is nothing short of breathtaking. The juxtaposition of vibrant desert flowers, towering cacti, and the unique desert landscape creates a captivating visual spectacle. Whether you're strolling along the well-maintained paths or sitting in one of the shaded areas, you'll find yourself immersed in the serene beauty of the surroundings. The attention to detail and the preservation of this arid ecosystem are commendable, and it's an ideal place to reconnect with nature and enjoy a peaceful respite from the bustling city.
PsychoSmart — Google review
My wife and I had a pleasant visit here and did it comfortably in about 2 hours, including the gift shop. They truly put a lot of love and care into the multiple trails and plants. There are also plenty of opportunities to spot wildlife such as rabbits, ground squirrels, roadrunners, quail, and so on. Don't worry about not bringing enough water, as there are plenty of free water bottle refill stations with cold and tasty water which was much appreciated. Lastly, if you're a local or have flexibility, check their website to find their freebie day to save a few bucks.
Cody P — Google review
Man, idk what to say other than a beautiful experience that I won't forget. They trails are amazing and informative. They are brimming with life and nature being nature. The ticket wasn't expensive also they had a small art exhibit that was interesting wall through. Overall a easy stop to add into your day or adventure in Phoenix.
Antonio Allen — Google review
What a great way to kick off our trip, by seeing all the different desert plants. I loved seeing the very large ones. We are here in late February. I definitely would not want to be there in the dead of summer without a lot of sun protection.
Note there are water fountains placed throughout the garden,
Lydia Tomanek — Google review
Such a fabulous place. We've been here several times and it's always different and always improving. We went into the butterfly habitat this time and saw some amazing butterflies. Great time of year right now as many of the plants are just starting to flower. Another couple or few weeks and they'll be more. Strongly encourage you to go and enjoy.
Tony Neumeyer — Google review
This place is heaven on earth. I leave a lot of reviews and have rarely wished to lavish such praise. If you don’t leave five stars you maybe should talk to your therapist. This is incredible!!! It is massive and in reality you could easily spend 3 to 4 hours here appreciating the expanse of desert plants and flowers and sculpture. It is beyond beautiful and I would argue one of the finest collections of such natural wonders on the planet. The staff are professional and passionate, the grounds are modern and kept, there are all sorts of possibilities for events as well and whatever you might need as a visitor for hydration or food if you must. I just felt totally calm and at peace and by the way, there are hundreds of birds and I mean of all varieties but most of all we saw so many hummingbirds playing together and they are quite curious, I snagged a photo. This is an instance where the photos are beautiful but the place is better in real life. The natural world is in abundance here and it will, it should connect with your soul. Enjoy!
Nicholas Christopher Hood — Google review
The place is so serene, peaceful, well-designed and maintained that it it helps you remember why we can still love Arizona. Because it’s surely not for its divisive politics. I loved seeing all the fall family/engagement photo shoots take place here as well. Which means they will not discourage if you pay the entrance fee. Every penny was worth it, even if you aren’t doing a photo shoot.
The gorgeous art work juxtapose the desert landscape in a brilliant way. And the butterfly garden is a treat. Fabulous descriptions of the cacti and plants and their significance to the ecosystem. And open late during certain times of the year when lighting comes on at “golden hour” to make the place sparkle.
It’s a desert museum worth seeing whether you live or are visiting Phoenix.
Cindy Cesare — Google review
Went on a Saturday night for their flashlight event! So much fun and the weather was enjoyable at that time. I went at 7:30pm and wish I would've gone at 7pm for some better sunset photos and to see way more as flashlights can only do so much. They have ton of little things all throughout the garden for children to do as well at night. I don't have kids so I can't speak much on that part. They also have a nice little gift shop. Multiple drinking fountains with bottle fill ups throughout the garden. Very well taken care of and would visit, again.
Anndi Warren — Google review
Just the right size for me whose attention span for such things is a couple hours or so. Very nice grounds with meandering sidewalks and beautiful landscapes. Our interactions with the staff and rangers were great. The butterfly exhibit was (for me) surprisingly engaging.
Parking was free and easy.
Folks using wheelchairs I think would find lots of paths that work here.
Lots and lots of pokey plants so watch those young kids!
Paris Rat — Google review
Wonderful display of a cacti garden. However we visited the garden during a Halloween festival for children and some of the trails were closed off so we were not able to view their entire garden. I would have given it five stars if some of those trails weren't closed and we paid full price.
Chris Woods — Google review
The Desert Botanical Gardens are lovely. There's a ton of walking to do and a lot of stunning beauty to see. There are sights and smells and amazing art installations. The gift shop has a wide selection and something for everyone. There are several water filling stations around the property so bring a water bottle and stay hydrated!
Brandy Nelson — Google review
Photographed a wedding there on a cloudy Jan day, and the grounds are simply stunning. I could spend all day at the gardens, there is so much to see. Staff is very friendly and nice. One of my favorite spots in the valley to do photos at. It is the perfect desert backdrop.
Kristy Velesko — Google review
Fantastic! What a wonderful botanical garden. Larger than anticipated with so many different display areas and pathways. Nice exhibitions too. Good cafes and the restaurant on site is very good. A very nice gift shop on site. Plenty of parking, helpful guide and an absolutely beautiful site to visit. This is a must do when in the Phoenix area.
c “cfl” lane — Google review
Beautiful botanical gardens!! MUST visit when in Phoenix. The place has been designed beautifully. The cactii are huge and gorgeous. We also saw a few hummingbirds up close! Went in the evening so had the chance to witness a beautiful sunset.
The place offers defined trails, clear signs, plenty of rest stops, water fountains and clean restrooms.
Very very pleasant experience, could not recommend this place enough!
Tavishi Priyam — Google review
Absolutely Amazing! We had such a great time at the botanical gardens. Since being from Ohio, it felt like we were on an alien planet with all the unique plants and environment. The garden was a great way to see the variety of plants and learn about the ecosystem of the desert. On top of the standard botanical garden delivery, there are Chihuly glass sculptures nestled into the gardens. My crew spent over two hours walking the grounds. Our experience matched the value of the price of admission.
andrew coburn — Google review
It is a wonderful place in Phoenix, Arizona, and I can strongly say that you will definitely enjoy the time you spend here. I was on transit in Arizona, and was thinking about how to spend my long layover. When I checked, I found this place, which is very close to the airport! I called a taxi and visited the place. It was a well-worth visit of at least half a day! This is very useful, especially for botany students and nature lovers. This is incredible!!! You may experience desert plants, flowers, and sculptures, which are beyond beautiful!! The staff are professional and friendly. I felt very peaceful! I should make a special note that there is a canteen where you can enjoy delicious food too. A location that will completely exceed your expectations!! You can enjoy it thoroughly.
Yohi Sivakumaran — Google review
I'd be happy to provide some information about the Desert Botanical Garden in Tempe, Arizona. However, please note that my knowledge is based on information available until May 2023, so there may have been changes since then. The Desert Botanical Garden is a popular attraction in the Phoenix metropolitan area known for its stunning collection of desert plants. It covers 140 acres and showcases a wide variety of plant species, including cacti, succulents, and other desert flora. The garden offers beautiful walking trails that allow visitors to explore the different desert habitats and enjoy the serene beauty of the desert landscape. Additionally, the garden hosts various events, including art exhibits, concerts, and educational programs for visitors of all ages. Visitors often praise the garden for its well-maintained grounds, informative exhibits, and breathtaking scenery. However, I recommend checking the official website or recent reviews for the most up-to-date information about the Desert Botanical Garden and any changes that may have occurred since my last knowledge update in May 2023.
Lifan Yu — Google review
LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!!! Anytime I have some extra money I come here to enjoy the atmosphere. I got a discount for National Cactus Day and took my children, they were so young and loved coming here I was surprised because they don’t even like going to the zoo. However, seeing the butterflies and all the gorgeous plants they absolutely loved it. Even in the summer time it’s fun! The entire enclosure is well kept and very clean, I’m glad my children loved it as much as I did mainly because there’s lots of fun places for them to climb!
Kelly Bare — Google review
What a fantastic place to explore desert plants! My family and I had a few hours before we had to be at the airport, so we decided to explore. It was great to walk around at our own pace and look at everything there. We even saw rabbits and lizards! It was very hot (more than 100°F) but the gift shop has air conditioning and a nice selection of gifts and souvenirs. I will return the next time I'm in town.
Jennikae Reid — Google review
A beautiful botanical garden filled with desert plants, which isn’t like most botanical gardens.
It was hotter than hell the day I went but there are good spots to sit and relax. There are also plenty of water fountains throughout. A beautiful art exhibit as well (thru March ‘24).
The butterfly exhibit is a highlight.
Bring sunscreen!
Jakob W. Plummer — Google review
Love love love this garden! It is a $25 admission charge, I feel that it is expensive for the small size of this place. I thoroughly enjoyed it, so wasn't too worried about the price after. The whole area around the botanical garden, Papago Park and Hole in the Rock are fun to visit so make a day of it! We packed food and water and explored each area, it was one of the highlights of our trip to Phoenix!
alison burns — Google review
My children gifted us tickets to the luminaries event and reservations at Gertrude’s. What an absolute beautiful experience. It was a perfect night with a full moon. We were able to catch the sunset and the moon. The music through out the gardens was amazing. It was just magical with all the candles, lights, Christmas trees and music. Plus a delicious meal. Everyone was festive the employees were helpful and kind.
Madeline Acosta — Google review
Definitely well worth a visit if you are in Phoenix. I would say to fully take advantage of your ticket and the experience you may want to call out about 2 to 3 hours. There are plenty of bathrooms around the gardens as well as a restaurant and a gift shop. The gardens themselves are diverse and have a wide variety of different botanicals. It really sets a good scene for the other Flora and foreigner around the state of Arizona.
Emily McAuley — Google review
Fantastic place!! Especially for those who love cacti and succulents.
There are timed tours available with the purchase of the entrance ticket, we did this and we learned a lot.
Some of the huge cacti are over a hundred years old and some can live until 250. They’re starting to bloom now and they’re so pretty!
There are docents around the garden so if you feel like you’re in a maze and not finding your way around, it’s easy to get help. They also have water fountains around the paths and benches under some shade to allow people to rest and hydrate.
This is a well thought out garden and one that may be enjoyable for everyone, young and the not so young!
Anna M — Google review
We were headed for the restaurant in its beautiful setting. We arrived on a community day and got in free. What a treat! We got to see the beautiful butterfly exhibit and enjoy the huge collection of cacti and other desert plants. Wonderful afternoon! 🙏🏽
Gautam Ganguly — Google review
The staff was super friendly, went on a Saturday morning for dog days. My dog loved to sniff around, lots of new smells for him that he doesn’t get on our normal walks. There were also lots of opportunities for photos. Loved every moment we got to spend together. I would recommend if going with a dog to go as soon as they open because it got crowded around 9am.
Amber Guzman — Google review
One of the nicest botanical gardens I have ever been to. I am from the northeast so naturally the plant and wildlife here is shockingly different from my home state, however, I was in awe at how well manicured the gardens were. Even at night (we stayed from when it was light out until almost complete dark) everything was lit in a thoughtful way, so you could still appreciate the diversity of plant life present. The gardens were spacious and varied greatly as you moved through the different areas, always able to discover something new along the way. There were a lot of fun, more intimate settings scattered throughout the property, great for taking photos. There were two cool exhibits, centered around dwellings typically used by the native peoples of the area, but I wish they had put more emphasis on them or had more information about them, their use, how they were built, etc. Seemed more like an afterthought, which does a disservice to the native peoples. Aside from that, this is a place I would highly recommend going to.
Josh Daigle — Google review
Amazing gardens. An absolute must do in the Phoenix area. My daughter and I spent about 5 hours here. The trails are well designed, and the interactive docent booths are fun and interesting.
We had lunch at the cafe, the food was fine. It was good, but nothing exciting or much to write home about. I do however recommend the prickly pear iced tea, especially mixed with the lemonade.
It was really exciting to see so much wildlife and so many birds.
We look forward to returning next time we're in Phoenix!
Elisse Kenaley — Google review
The Phoenix Desert Botanical Garden was a treat you'd be remiss to miss!
There's plenty of free parking. The price of admission is worth every penny.
The design of the Garden is beautiful. It's exquisitely maintained and thought-out.
I absolutely loved every part of it, especially the Marvelous Mariposa butterfly house.
This was my highlight in Phoenix!
Angela Devin — Google review
Absolutely stunning botanical garden. We moved to the area and went on their free day and were blown away by the beauty and peace of the gardens. We got a family pass and have enjoyed seeing the garden through various seasons. The blooming cactus along with the quail all over are a really unique and beautiful experience. All of their trails are wonderful and unique. My sons love the cactus clubhouse and both the staff and the environment there are top notch. Hands down our favorite place to go since we moved here.
Taliesin West, an architecture school campus in the Sonoran Desert founded by famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright, is now more accessible than ever following ADA-compliant upgrades. Daily tours offer guests a glimpse into Wrights ingenious designs and his ability to seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor spaces.
Frank Lloyd Wright buildings are amazing so it was inspiring to see his western campus for his family and his apprentices. We had the good fortune to visit during the recent Chihuly exhibition as well. The construction to melt into the landscape and accentuate the natural landscape was amazing as were the sculptures and water features on the site. We got to see Wright's personal dressing table and office, the communal dining room, the movie room as well as the apprentices workshop. The glass installations were also in keeping with the plants in the area. A great visit and would recommend a visit to everyone interested in architecture.
Millie Kwan — Google review
Absolutely enjoyed and left so inspired. You can do the whole place in less than an hour if you're short on time, or linger as long as you wish. I went on a very hot day, 100 plus, and they were very kind. They have a drinking fountain where you can fill up your water bottle with filtered cold water, and clean restrooms are inside the bookstore. Parking is so easy. You will learn a lot. It still feels like a quiet desert residence....like when I was a kid.....before all the construction in the region. Preserved like a time capsule, a great experience.
K M — Google review
Great visit in this beautiful location! Recommend guided tour.. we couldn't make the reservation in time so we went with the audio tour instead. So many gorgeous things about this property although the kitchen and dining room are no longer there. Also, we weren't given access to sleep quarters and didn't see any washrooms that may have been used. Gift shop was full of wonderful objects.
John Espinosa — Google review
We are big Frank Lloyd Wright fans. He was such a colorful visionary. We have been on tours to 5 other homes he designed. This one is so exquisite in how it seamlessly blends with the beauty of the desert. Glenn, our guide, was super in bringing its history to life. The tour is worth the fee and time to enjoy.
Linda Radford — Google review
Martha was a very fun, knowledgeable and energetic tour guide! Very cool to see the property. I just wish we could have seen more than the main rooms. So many private areas that were not open to the public but have me wondering what the heck is in there?!
Johnny Fortini — Google review
Do not hesitate to visit Taliesin West. It is an absolute ‘must see’ for young and old, design students, inquiring minds, history buffs and more.
A unique view into the mind of Frank Lloyd Wright and his students, turning a baron piece of land into an amazing architectural wonder.
Get there early. That way you can enjoy the amazing views and audio tour in peace 👍
Craig Lovelidge — Google review
I had been wanting to tour Taliesin West for a while, so when friends visited, it was the perfect time. We took the self-guided audio tour, which was perfect. You hit the start button and never think about it again! The hour tour was comprehensive and was fun! Go if you have the chance!
Paul Lorenz — Google review
For fans of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture, this is a great place to visit and admire his genius. It is a serene place, but I can imagine the difficulty in visiting this place during the hot weather. Fortunately, the early April weather was perfect in Scottsdale, and I had an amazing audio tour of Taliesin West.
Karim Poonawala — Google review
This is the winter home of Frank Lloyd Wright. Tour tickets are $49 for seniors. You have to buy them in advance on the internet. A tour guide takes you around the property, both inside and outside the buildings, for about 90 minutes. We found it interesting, but probably more suited for people who already know a fair amount about Frank Lloyd Wright and want to see his property. They have a nice gift shop and plenty of parking. Be aware that you will be standing outside in the sun, on and off during the tour.
Steven Spearing — Google review
We are glad we added this place to our itinerary. We have seen Franklin Lloyd Wright’s Falling Waters in PA so we thought we can skip visiting this place. Totally different experience. Same theme of organically blending the landscape with the design of the home. Better tour setup than in PA. I like the audio/phone and self paced touring.
Louie Tenazas — Google review
Wow. You’re in for a treat! Exploring Taliesin West is truly an experience. More than an interesting building, the whole campus provides an ever-shifting aesthetic as the tour provides interesting information and clear directions. It was quite warm in mid-May, but the views were spectacular. If you have any interest in architecture, Frank Lloyd Wright, or art in general, you absolutely must visit. The self-guided tour is one hour, and it is worth every minute. I hope this makes your list if you are in the area!
Bryan Hayslett — Google review
An exemplary architectural site by Mr. Wright. We thoroughly enjoyed the entire tour. It was a little difficult to find, but well worth it.
The price was reasonable, staff were friendly and helpful.
The gift shop was laid out nicely and had a wide variety of items and affordable items to purchase for memorabilia. 10/10 would recommend for anyone.
Dorthea Morgan — Google review
Amazing place, just go! The winter home of Frank Lloyd Wright is just incredible! The entire original 600 acres that the house sits on is still intact. Mostly all original since Frank and his wife lived there. The place is lovingly maintained. It's a must see! Martha our tour guide was the best!
Chiara Chandoha — Google review
This place is incredible! Frank Lloyd Wright was a genius with the way he combined inside and outside. Everything flows and is absolutely gorgeous while doing so. I really love that his talent and interests extend to interior design and decoration.
The audio tour is perfect. I preferred this method so I could go at my own pace. Nice gift shop where I was able to refill my water bottle, buy a magnet (my go-to souvenir), a gorgeous gold-foil puzzle of "City by the Sea" (another FLW design), and a couple kids' books about shapes for my niece.
Stacey Harris — Google review
It's one thing to see Frank Lloyd Wright's work in photographs and books, but being able to experience the site yourself is an incredible experience. The audio tour can be a bit long-winded at times, but the detail and context it adds are more than worth it, and I have to imagine the guided tours are even better. The structures themselves are simple and elegant, a great example of Wright's vision of organic architecture, and the original and period furnishing help to fill out the vision for Taliesin West. The caretakers on site are friendly and knowledgeable as well. Well worth the time and expense to stop by if you're near Phoenix, and worth a trip if you're not.
Jacob Derzon — Google review
Beautiful space, short interesting audio tour. You can enjoy it without any prior knowledge of Frank Loyd Wright. If you’re a fan, or interested in space planning, design, construction, craftsmanship, or art you will enjoy it. Find a friend, bring your spouse, take a teenager, make your co-worker step away their desk, skip the conference for an hour, or guarantee your first date leads to a second date. Go. But get your tickets ahead of time.
Mark Westman — Google review
Oh, how I love Frank Lloyd Wright Architecture. This was a winter camp for him, his family and students. Originally no glass and canvas tops. They would roll up the canvas and store when they were gone back to Taliesin. I took so many photos. The walking audio tour was perfect and I could take my time as I walked through. My favorite buy in the gift shop was a stone to write on with water. Of course it would dry and disappear. "The art of creating and letting go". This is a highlight to my trip to Phoenix.
Lisa Gatewood — Google review
On our first trip through the Phoenix area we didn't visit Taliesin but on our way back out west we had time to kill so we took the $39 plunge and booked a tour! Oh my gosh, I'm so glad we did!! What an amazing, stunningly gorgeous work of art Frank Lloyd Wright created. It was a studio, home and camp all in one and is a true example of his brilliance! We did the self guided tour and were able to wander at leisure which is our style. Each and every space was created with nature and with intention. From the entryways to the roofline, there is meaning in everything. Learning so much about something we knew nothing about or that it even existed was the best part! It's peaceful, historical and magical all at the same time. Super friendly folks around to answer all your questions and an amazing gift shop with very unique artwork, books and souvenirs.
Cindy Pealstrom — Google review
Taliesin West, nestled in the desert expanse of North Scottsdale, stands as a testament to the architectural brilliance of Frank Lloyd Wright. Visiting this historic landmark offers a unique glimpse into the mind of one of the most influential architects of the 20th century, with whom I am a big fan. The compound, designed as Wright’s winter home and studio, harmoniously blends with the surrounding landscape, showcasing his unyielding commitment to organic architecture.
The architecture here is nothing short of breathtaking, with each structure telling a story of innovation, creativity, and Wright’s deep respect for the natural environment. The use of natural materials, the flow of indoor and outdoor spaces, and the attention to detail in every design element make Taliesin West a must-visit for anyone with an appreciation for architectural artistry.
However, my experience came with a slight tinge of disappointment regarding the tour structure. Visitors must explore Taliesin West through guided tours, which, while informative and expertly led, restrict the freedom to wander and absorb the space at one's own pace. The guided tours are well-organized and offer rich historical context and insights into Wright’s life and work, but they limit exploration to specific parts of the compound, leaving you curious about what lies in the unseen corners.
Furthermore, each tour focuses on different aspects or areas of Taliesin West, meaning that to see the entire compound, one might need to book multiple tours. This approach can be both time-consuming and costly for visitors wishing to gain a comprehensive understanding of the site.
For future visitors, I recommend planning your visit in advance. Check the Taliesin West website for a detailed description of each tour to select the one(s) that best match your interests. They often have special events, such as one featuring famed glass artist Dale Chihuly. Also, consider visiting during different seasons or times of the day to experience the changing light and shadows, which play a significant role in the compound's beauty.
Despite the guided tour structure, visiting Taliesin West is an enriching experience that offers deep insight into Frank Lloyd Wright’s architectural philosophy and legacy. The opportunity to witness how the buildings and the landscape intertwine to create a unified, organic environment is truly remarkable. If you have an interest in architecture, history, or simply wish to experience a place of profound beauty and tranquility, Taliesin West is undoubtedly worth your time. There is a reason it is one of the top attractions in Scottsdale.
Mike Shubic (Mike's Road Trip) — Google review
The self-paced audio tour was great. We spent about an hour on the tour, which was very informative and detailed. Great mix of history and details about the materials and structures. Highly recommend a visit here. Definitely adult-oriented, so not much for kids. Gift shop is wonderful, too.
Tessa Bonney — Google review
My husband and I enjoyed the in-depth guided tour of this Frank Lloyd Wright property. Getting to see how difficult it was to create the home and work spaces for the staff of designers was eye opening. It was built in a barren desert, taking 10 years to complete. Beautiful use of natural materials. The guide was very knowledgeable and pleasant.
Hope Ripsch — Google review
We did the audio tour and it was fantastic! The whole space is gorgeous, and getting to hear some of the stories in Mr. Wright’s own words is illuminating.
I fully intend to return for one of the guided tours because it’s worth taking it all in many times and in multiple ways.
Note that there are shallow stairs but also plenty of accessible ramps. There are some uneven surfaces (fine gravel in particular) and low ceilings (about 6 feet in some areas).
Karly Bryant — Google review
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Located northeast of Phoenix, the McDowell Sonoran Preserve is one of the largest urban nature reserves in America. Spanning 225 miles, it offers hikers access to a variety of trails with stunning desert scenery. The Gateway Trailhead is a great place to start your exploration as it's close to the main visitor center and has several easy hiking trails that are perfect for beginner hikers.
I recently visited the Gateway Trailhead at McDowell Sonoran Preserve, and it was an amazing experience! The views were breathtaking. The trails were well-marked and easy to follow. Plus, the scenery was just beautiful. I had a great time hiking and exploring the area. It's a perfect place for nature lovers and anyone looking for a peaceful getaway. I highly recommend a visit to Gateway Trailhead. You won't be disappointed!
Ryan Barfield — Google review
Great trail. It is beautiful and scenic. I agree with other reviews that it is best to go before 10:00. We did the 4 1/2 mile hike and when we finished it was really busy at around 12:00 pm. My husband and 16 year old daughter liked it as well. We went in March. It would definitely be more intense in the heat.
Kit Waight — Google review
Came here one evening for a photoshoot, and had to come back the next day for a hike! I can't recommend this place enough. Absolutely stunning during golden hour, and lots of trails of varying difficulties, so there's something for everyone.
Sanjana Baldwa — Google review
Beautiful, accessible and well marked. This trail has it all! If you want to do a gentle walk or a hike. Depending on the time of the day you can catch a beautiful sunset. I highly highly recommend this trail.
Kaveh Shahidi — Google review
First time hiking at this place. Excellent experience. There are knowledgeable staff(?volunteers) at the entrance to recommend which trail to take based on what you’re looking for that day. The couple ahead of us had a stroller, so she recommended a flat path for them. For us, we wanted a moderate climb, so she recommended the gateway loop. Their assessment of the trail was spot on - it was moderate difficulty with some steeper parts but no hands-and-knees climbing. We are rookies and were able to do it without any dramas, but definitely bring water with. The trail was 4.5 miles and took us around 2.5 hours with stopping for the views and water. The trail felt safe but still a moderate challenge. Some loose gravel here and there but nothing crazy. The one thing is that is was a bit busy, as it was a Saturday, but nothing too crowded. Views were excellent and well worth the journey up. The facilities are good - there are bathrooms at the trail head and places to fill up water. The map was clear and the trail is very well marked. I highly recommend.
Simon Landman — Google review
A fabulous first hike for us! The 4.4 miles loop was a good challenge and provided beautiful views. The staff were extremely helpful and kind! We will be back!
Amy Brennan — Google review
We hired this trail for a bachelorette party with a group of 10 girls. We visited at the beginning of March. The temperature at 10 in the morning was about 55 degrees. The sun was shining, and there was a little wind, and once we got moving it was very comfortable conditions. The trail we chose ended up being about 1.8 miles and ended us in the parking lot. There was a volunteer right when we got inside and he offered to take a group photo for us in front of a very large cactus! It was the perfect setting! All of the volunteers we ran into were very friendly and knowledgeable about the preserve. We had another volunteer offer to take a group photo of us and that was very awesome! There were parts of the trail that were rocky and some parts that were steep, not too steep for people not to be able to tackle though. I highly recommend this for any type of group or even individually. The sites and scenery are breathtaking and I went back by myself for a sunset and it was beautiful. There is a public restroom at the entrance also!
Heather Marie — Google review
Wonderful loop trail. Plenty of parking available even though we did have to scout for a bit to find an open slot. It was free and open to the public. The trail was 4.5 miles total with a slight incline on half of the trail. Be aware that there are loose rocks as well. Thought it was a lovely hike. Bathrooms we're well maintained and had water fountains to fill up your bottle
Victoria Martinez — Google review
Excellent place to visit!! We visited the trail in late December and had a great time with the family. This trail offers great views, easy trail options, along with fantastic volunteers to point you in the right direction. On site facilities offer filtered water, bathrooms, and plenty of information to help you get where you want to go. We even saw a road runner on our walk back from Saguaro loop, the kids loved it!
CJ Moore — Google review
Great place for a hike. Morning warmed up quickly in April, so would recommend an early AM hike. Friendly staff greeted us and provided us a map/ info with suggested trails as we had never been. Good place for birding in morning. Restrooms and water. Lots of free parking.
Heather Cushing — Google review
I met my friend and her daughter on the trail to watch the partial solar eclipse. The trail was very busy for a Monday due to the additional Basketball Final 4 travelers and everyone was very friendly. A couple of women kindly shared their eclipse glasses with us and we continued to share them with people on the trail as well. After the eclipse we hiked one of the shorter trails. There is a trail for every ability.
Dawn Marie Joseph — Google review
Great place to go hiking!! If you want details, I highly recommend checking it out on AllTrails!
The Gateway Loop is a great one with amazing views. There is also a small loop for families with kids looking for something a little easier.
What we love about the Gateway Trailhead is that there are a ton of hikes for people of all ages and abilities that start from this spot.
Scott Ferreira — Google review
VISITED MONDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2024; AN HOUR BEFORE DARK
We have been visiting AZ for a number of years. And in the past we would go to Papago or Camelback Mountain. This time we ventured out of our usual…
I truly enjoyed this trailhead. You did feel like you were hiking up a mountain. As you start, you walk over a short footbridge to the trails. Although, it was cloudy, we still got some great pics. It was a lovely way to end the day!
CG Fahrman — Google review
Very scenic and very crowded trail. The Gateway Loop Trail connects with other trails that are of different lengths and difficult. Dogs are allowed but have to be leashed. Best done in the winter, fall and spring as there is not much shade and summer Temps are too hot.
Linda Hoernke — Google review
Great, moderately challenging trail. No wonder it's so popular. Clean and well maintained trailhead washroom facility & water access.
Oly Backstrom — Google review
Awesome trail that is very family friendly and accessible! Highly recommend you check it out if you are just visiting or live nearby. The people working there are super friendly and helpful. Do yourself a favor and stop by!
Mike Greenwell — Google review
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18333 N Thompson Peak Pkwy, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, USA
Chase Field is a sports stadium in downtown Phoenix that is home to the Arizona Diamondbacks and also hosts other major sporting events and concerts. The stadium has a retractable roof that can be configured for different sports, and it's one of the largest in the United States.
Great venue and employees. Fun stadium to visit. If and when they start, there use to be a nice tour of it. Recently watched a football bowl game there. The upper deck was actually a nice view, but don't go above row 25, if you are over 35.
Rich Johnson — Google review
Fantastic experience at the Ballpark! Great view. Fabulous drinks. Tipped up the elevator to see the new bar n grill, Cold Beers and Cheeseburgers, and it is incredible. $25 and $50 seats give you a view of the game plus a meal. Definitely recommend
Suki Raye — Google review
I have been to this stadium for Dbacks games and the world baseball classic and I enjoyed both. I like that this venue has a great atmosphere outside the building before you even get to the game. Inside the views are amazing and the seats are great. The food and drink was also very well done, I will give it a 8.1/10. One thing I really like is the batters eye area with the massive scoreboard. If you are in the area don’t pass up going to a game here.
Myles Smith — Google review
A great stadium when it comes to viewing the game, access to food and drinks, and parking located all around the stadium. What I didn't like when comparing to many other MLB stadiums/parks is that it is an indoor park/stadium and is warm during the game. Even if the roof is open you'll only have a view of the sky unlike other stadiums/parks with views of the surrounding city, mountains. I do love the ability to access any part of the park/stadium. Great views from the outfield walkabout.
GT Bird — Google review
May 2024 review: Was in Phoenix for a work conference and was able to catch a Diamondbacks vs Padres game! Chase Field is a beautiful ballpark with a lot of great views. Prices for hot dogs and a soda was reasonable (compared to my home ballpark of Fenway!).
I wish they’d show replays of the game on the scoreboard, but maybe that doesn’t happen at baseball games anymore due to coach’s challenges? Not sure.
Pro-tip if it’s an early season game and not a sellout crowd: If you’re in town and catch a Diamondbacks game, purchase a cheap ticket and work your way down to better seating!
Logan — Google review
This was my first time visiting Chase Field. The venue is very beautiful on the inside. Every seat provides you with an amazing view. There were plenty of events happening throughout the game. The only thing that kept this place from being a five star is the price of food at the concessions. I purchased two meals at Chic fil and the cost was $42. I'm talking about one chicken sandwich, 8 piece chicken nuggets, one order of fries and two regular soft drinks. Just my thoughts.
Neal Know — Google review
This review is for the tour. It was awesome! Definitely recommend this to everyone, well worth it even if you are not a baseball fan. You get to go through the places not accessible normally. Make to get Kevin as your guide. He was informative and a great sense of humor.
AnM Racing — Google review
First time there in years. Sat in 2nd row of upper deck, and that was a fantastic experience with a great view. It was 112 degrees outside, but perfect temperature (maybe 72, definitely not cold or hot) inside. Only complaint might be that the food lines were very long until late in the game. Easy to enter and leave. Parked a few blocks away for $30. Overall it was a great time!
Michael Harville — Google review
This is my first time going to Chase Field. What an awesome stadium!! The side walls and roof open. There was a nice breeze. The food was great, and the concert was amazing!!!
Heidi Day — Google review
This season will be our third season with season tickets to the Diamondbacks. I like that it’s easy to get to from the rail so we don’t have to deal with parking. We always love coming here for the games!
Danielle Gregg — Google review
Chase Field, home of the Arizona Diamondbacks, is a true marvel in the world of baseball stadiums. I recently took a tour and was thoroughly impressed by the insights gained into its inner workings. The tour was exceptionally worthwhile, granting access to areas typically off-limits to fans. The stadium's beauty is undeniable, especially considering its 26-year age; it maintains a timeless allure.
Attending two games, one with the roof closed during the daytime and another with it open at night, offered contrasting but equally breathtaking experiences. The versatility of the stadium, accommodating various weather conditions seamlessly, is truly impressive.
The iconic pool adds a unique touch to the stadium, offering an expensive yet unforgettable way to enjoy a baseball game. And let's not overlook the value beers available at the team food stops, enhancing the overall experience for fans. Chase Field undoubtedly stands as a testament to innovation and longevity in the world of sports venues.
Brikiera — Google review
Very nice stadium. Came here for a cubs/D-backs game and got a good tan from the game. Came in an Uber so not sure on parking but make sure if you bring a lady, that her purse be the size of her phone. They have lockers to rent but they are real sticklers on the bags.
Mason Lugo — Google review
I had the chance to attend an Arizona Diamondbacks baseball game at Chase Field in Phoenix. This is the first baseball game I've been to in quite some time. The entire Chase stadium is very nice on the inside. We sat in the Home Run porch seats beyond right field, which gave us a good view of the game and easy access to the nearby restaurants. The stadium has a rather wide assortment of places to get food and beverages. We were also lucky to be able to order a few free items and have them delivered to us, although that isn't available everywhere. The staff was friendly and attentive, the game was good, and the stadium is in excellent condition.
Paul Hardersen — Google review
Chase Field is a very nice stadium! The temperature outside was over 90 degrees but with the roof closed and air conditioning, it felt like it was in the 70’s. They have lots of different food options, including value menu items that don’t break your wallet (including hot dogs, corn dogs, popcorn and sodas). It was fun to see an actual pool inside the stadium, that apparently can be reserved only by large parties.
Joselito Laudencia — Google review
it’s been a long time since I’ve been to a baseball game and chase field was very awesome especially outside the stadium. There are plenty of places to drink, eat and just pregame before he entered and paid the big bucks. I did like the hotdog as my father-in-law did as you can see in the picture, he really really enjoyed that one my son and my brother-in-law we also had an awesome time. If you’re trying to save, I would pregame outside and have a couple drinks at the game but there’s nothing better than an old fashion, American baseball experience.
Bearded Traveler — Google review
We thankfully went on a night the roof was open and I have to say the stadium is beautiful. If the roof had been closed it might have felt a little claustrophobic but last night was not the case. Pretty decent beer selection, great food, and lots of opportunities for families/children to experience the game. The tickets were fairly priced and I felt like we had great seats to experience the game. Would recommend!
Ashley Bradshaw — Google review
Arrived two hours early so spent some time at the cheeseburgers and brew house. You can enter without a ticket, have a meal and then watch some of the game. With a ticket you can have a meal, watch the people stream in and then go find your assigned seat. I found parking just across the street. 20 dollars. I didn't buy a lot from the consessions. Bottles of water are 7 dollars. I can't even imagine what actual food would cost. Eat before you come of you are price conscious. Otherwise there is a huge variety of food items and everything looked and smelled great. Event staff was welcoming upon entry. Helpful in locating our seats. Fun activities in between innings and the organ interludes were wonderful. Overall a good event center. Love the new pitch clock as well. Speeds up the game.
Roberto Hendy — Google review
Diamondbacks VS Reds game 8/26/23 section 133 row 2 seat 20.
It was my first MLB game.
Chase field is a nice stadium, and it is definitely a plus that the roof is not open, so the sun/heat is not beating down on everyone during early games.
The game was very close. Diamondbacks were winning until the last inning and allowed the Reds to catch up. The game went to extra innings and ended up having 11 innings. The stadium is pretty large. Concessions are pricey, approx $10 for a fountain drink, and approx $16 for a beer with a tip round up to approx $19-20. Scoop of ice cream In a waffle bowl is $10.
Team shop inside had a great deal for 2 for $15 on mini bats/foam fingers.
Nice stadium and great overall first-time experience.
Amber Vega — Google review
Nice ball park
Need to replace the jumbo TV
Worlds Series 2023 game 5, sad to see the Diamonds backs lose. Still a great experience
Lots of food choices in the park
A gambling place is just outside the park.
Sean Smith — Google review
I’ve been to this stadium a couple of times. All only to take in an Arizona Diamondbacks game. This is by far one of the nicest, coolest, and funniest stadiums in the league. The food options, the crowd involvement, the views, the activities, and the atmosphere are all amazing!!! The field is nice, the jumbo screen is great and well... we all can agree that a pool in the center field is pretty dang awesome! If you’ve never caught a game here, I suggest you do so soon, especially a game against the dodgers or giants. Those games are absolutely loud and great to be a part of. Go, DBacks!!!
Eva Sanchez — Google review
Tons of fun for 2 games while out here for Spring Training. Food was good in the park and the all you can eat seats were worth the experience. 16 hot dogs for your hot dog eating contest champion! Go Lourdes Gurriel!!!!!!
Taylor McIntyre — Google review
Chase Field is super cool! The Diamondbacks won! The interior was very cool and beautiful. Plus they gave me a great seat for cheap since I’m active duty Coast Guard. Without doubt I recommend going! Have a great day!❤️⚾️😃
Jack Carello — Google review
Best seats in the house, Right Field Wall. Love Chase field. Very fan friendly environment and around the ballpark. Great place to spend a day.
Doug Vates — Google review
One of the best MLB stadiums I've been to so far, and I've been to 24 of them. Food was very tasty. The ambiance was electric. Easy to get around. ⚾️❤️
Ivonne Oliva — Google review
I love this place. There was bark in the park, on the day I attended. I was very impressed with the enormous variety of food/beverage vendors making it possible for every diet to grab a snack or meal. They even offered items I would have never expected and satisfied a current craving. The game was exciting and my seats were spectacular. We all have a preference and behind the batters plate is mine. I felt like I was in the game and I was hoping to catch a pop fly. Unfortunately, I wasn't granted this opportunity. They went to my left and to my right but I was ready 😁. Thank you for the experience.
L Leslie T — Google review
Wonderful place to watch a ballgame to begin with, and with the team coming off a World Series appearance the atmosphere has been nothing short of electric to start the 2024 campaign! The new scoreboard looks great, and I love the new LED lights they put in! Also, Firework Fridays are incredible as always! GO DBACKS!!!
Devin Van Cleave — Google review
Visited to watch the Yankees play the Diamonbacks. Beautiful park with a retractable roof, which was open for the game. One suggestion is to have something to eat and drink before going to the park. Prices in stadium for concessions are as expensive as Yankee Stadium. However very much enjoyed the experience.
Steve Radow — Google review
3rd time here for games 2 of them were Yankees-D-Backs games. I had a fantastic seat in the from row of section 301. Spectacular views of the entire field! Able to see everything ! Easy to get there and home on the light rail. I'll be back for another game soon!
Wendy Draskovic — Google review
Huge baseball fan and have been to many stadiums across the nation. Chase Field and the D'Backs staff are incredible. I have moved to PHX and am now a season ticket holder because of their outstanding service and the atmosphere at Chase Field. WE LOVE IT!!!
Kari Kirk — Google review
Came here for the Diamondbacks opening day game versus the Rockies. 5 stars for the team and the historic 3rd inning of 14 runs with 18 batters sent to the plate. 2 stars for the stadium and the cold food being served to customers at Taste of Chase. I ordered a steak sandwich which had cold provolone with barely warm steak and onions. The meat and onions weren't hot enough to even melt the video. The food served is bordering on a health code violation for not being hot enough.
Jason Llewellyn — Google review
Great concert. Good acoustics and comfortable seats. But the entry procedure ^was really slow. Checking for? People were still in line when the show started. Over priced drinks! They were out of premium so they charged premium price for well brand drinks. This is a ball park designed for 40K people not a concrete venue with 60K. So inadequate bathrooms, parking, concessions, etc. But still a great concert
Roger Cohn — Google review
Had a blast, line moves fast, staff are friendly. Everything is over priced but thats what you get coming to a stadium. Had a fun time overall would rate it a 5 but those prices are killer a simple beer cost 20$ and the food isn't worth the cost, other than that it was a great experience
The Phoenix Art Museum, established in 1959, is a renowned institution showcasing acclaimed international artwork from ancient times to the present. It boasts an extensive collection spanning various genres such as American, Asian, European, and Latin American art. As the largest art museum in the Southwestern United States today, it offers permanent exhibits as well as engaging traveling fashion and photography displays.
Really a great mix of artwork, plus a very interesting building to walk around! The modern section is always changing, and they have rotating exhibits too.
Their curators do an amazing job grouping various works to put them in a larger context. In the historical sections, some pieces made centuries and worlds apart are paired together in interesting juxtapositions (like an old French coat and an Alexander McQueen dress). They also create themed spaces, like putting observational drawings of women throughout the ages in a single room. This makes the work so much more interesting to view!
That being said it was a bit pricey for ticket, but I think it was worth it to spend the day there! They do have a "pay what you want" day (I believe on Wednesdays).
Erika Grauzinis — Google review
Military members get in free and get to bring one adult guest for free- an unbeatable deal, thank you so much!
The museum itself is beautiful and hosts a growing collection. Some of the exhibits were more miss than hit for me, but it’s all very subjective, of course. The staff and volunteers were all exceedingly nice and helpful, very welcoming environment and I will be sure to visit again!
Tom Schwarzkopf — Google review
Beautiful art museum featuring a variety of mixed media, oil on canvas, visual arts, sculptures, and more! They rotate exhibits regularly, and host free family nights which is awesome! The staff are friendly and helpful, but the gift shop is a major letdown.
Come to think of it, some of the installations are pretty sad, and I was left thinking that literally anyone could submit their art to the curator and have a decent shot of being accepted. Sometimes I’m just left scratching my head, contemplating how/why some of these pieces got accepted.
Ryan — Google review
What’s a stunning museum with different sections! It has something for everyone.
I love the architecture and how all the sections are well placed.
There are free tours happening few times day! Would highly recommend to visit this museum if you are visiting phenix.
Dhanush Sirohi — Google review
I went to their family free event and had a blast! My daughter got to create a beaded bracelet, enjoyed her time outside with the soft play area that was available, and made some arts and crafts. It was an overall great time, and the staff was super helpful.
Because of the time we went, it was super busy, so we didn't get to fully enjoy the Barbie exhibit but loved what we were able to see. They also provided lots of photo ops for everyone to enjoy.
My only issue is parking it's super limited. It's better to park elsewhere and take the light rail if you can. But with a little kid would prefer to park at the location.
Gabriela Vasquez — Google review
This museum was very large and satiated my urge to look at art. Me and my girlfriend visited every exhibit and at the last exhibit we just had a quick glance at each of the pieces because we had been there and mostly standing for a very long time! We had a quick drink in the cafe outside and we felt very refreshed. The collection is very expansive and impressive.
Dylan Slagh — Google review
The standing exhibits of the museum, especially the European section, are sparse, especially if you travel a lot, but the modern section, the local art, and the special exhibits are worth a 2 hr visit. Not very child friendly, all no touch areas and no scavenger hunt or other kid specific activities that I found on my visit. They have a kids museum guide, but it only features 5 pieces of art in it. It would be great if they expanded this. Entry is free for the military and their families, which was appreciated.
Elizabeth Johnston — Google review
I went with my aunt and my son and we all had a really great time. The exhibits were beautiful and deep. The staff was friendly and the facilities were clean. My only reason behind the 4 star review is they let us wait in line for the butterfly exhibit and then cut the line off just as we were getting to the front. It would have been nicer for them to have cut it off earlier.
Christi Cupp — Google review
I was in town for a work conference. Had some free time on a Wednesday evening. It worked out perfectly as this is the free night at the museum. This was an incredibly beautiful museum. The layout, the colors and cleanliness will make this a memorable experience. There are elevators if you don't want to walk the numerous stairs. I would highly recommend visiting this museum.
Lori Gioso — Google review
The Phoenix Art Museum is a cultural gem in the heart of Arizona, housed within a modern and inviting three-story facility. Its extensive and diverse collection spans a wide range of artistic genres and time periods, making it a captivating destination for art lovers and curious minds. The museum's commitment to fostering a love for art is evident, with engaging exhibitions, educational programs, and special events.
What's particularly noteworthy is the opportunity for Bank of America cardholders to enjoy free admission during the first weekend of every month, making art accessible to a broader audience.
Overall, the Phoenix Art Museum is a dynamic hub for artistic exploration and cultural enrichment. With its multi-floor layout, diverse artworks, and the generous free admission offer, it easily earns a 5/5 rating. Whether you're a seasoned art enthusiast or simply seeking a cultural adventure, this museum is a must-visit in Phoenix.
Kutay Gunal — Google review
As a collector and content creator for Fashion Dolls - Barbie to Dawn on Facebook, I was thrilled to visit the Phoenix Art Museum's special exhibit Barbie: a cultural icon. As a woman who grew up playing with Barbie, it was a treat seeing all of the vintage clothing and dolls on display. Two of my adult daughters, who have one daughter each, joined me for the tour. It was definitely worth my time. The gift shop was appropriately stocked with Barbie dolls which made excellent souvenirs for my granddaughters. I also picked up a pink Barbie exhibit hat and two books which fit nicely into my content creator and collecting activities. I definitely recommend seeing this exhibit before it is gone in June 2024.
RuthAnn Hogue — Google review
The first time we went we used our admission ticket price to upgrade to a family membership. I'm so glad we did, as it's one of the best decisions I've made. My entire family absolutely LOVES going to The Phoenix Art museum. We love the exhibits especially the Firefly room. We always do the scavenger hunt and get our pin. The fashion exhibits are another favorite. There's just so much to see here we can't get enough.
Koe T — Google review
Very beautiful art installations. I love coming here once every year just for the art it’s very nice place to sit and contemplate the art and absorb everything. Art conveys so many different meanings and emotions, vibes. This visit was very cool unexpected Chicano art it’s always nice to see that we also are represented and young Mexican artists are recognized for their talent. The miniature rooms are beautiful also.
Miguel rosas — Google review
Beautiful museum, lots to see and do, kid friendly with activities for children 0-5 (check website) and wonderful for older children as well. My little completed a scavenger hunt while there and was able to ask the docents questions. They seem to have some spaces under construction and a key exhibit we wanted to see (the reason for our trip, a butterfly exhibit) was down the entire time we were there, so we were unable to see it. They have scheduled tours (check the lobby for times). The gift shop has a variety of gifts at various price points.
Leslie Anglero — Google review
It was a wonderful experience! I brought my niece there for her birthday, she had a blast while we were there. Her favorite was the firefly room! We got the chance to eat at the Pallet which is a restaurant in the museum, that was unfortunately closing down Sunday may 28th as it's last day of the contract with the museum. The food was delicious as well. The staff at both the restaurant and museum were very friendly and accommodating. I'll definitely be back for sure!!
Jeff Wendorff — Google review
Great museum, I didn't realize there were so many levels, I didn't have time to see everything. Wednesdays are pay what you want and they had a special exhibit for $6. Was really fun on a Wednesday night.
Louise L — Google review
This museum is the perfect way to spend a rainy day in Phoenix. There is a lot of colourful art pieces from Mexico, Latin America, and other parts of the world. I especially enjoyed the firefly exhibit. It’s so cool and unique. The museum is very big so there is a lot to see here. The gift shop has lots of unique items. I enjoyed my time here seeing many different styles of art.
Kiet TT — Google review
If you love art, it’s worth a visit once. Cover several floors and several wings, you could easily spend an hour or two wandering. They have modern art, old art, and even a small sculpture garden. The building itself is a work of art.
Coming from D.C. where we have world class museums for free, the $25 entrance fee was a tough pill to swallow. Worth it once.
Austin Graff — Google review
One of the best museums I’ve been to based on the expansive variety of art pieces: from acclaimed contemporary artists to the Old Masters, something great for everyone. I had so much fun, the time flew and I easily spent the whole day here. They have Rothko, Monet, Yayoi, Picasso, Maya Lin, Cornelia Parker, Kehinde Wiley, among many others.
There are special exhibits, the current ones include Barbie (more interesting than expected), Thorne Rooms which provide a glimpse into miniature replicas of historical rooms (scale 1:12). And much more.
They have free guided tours as well, with the entrance ticket, which is well worth it!
Outdoor, they have a sculpture garden. Indoors, they have a fashion display curated by an in house fashion curator.
Something for everyone!
Anna M — Google review
In all fairness, I just visited two other art museums in DC and Milwaukee. Personally, I found them both to be superior. This facility is large (a little challenging to maneuver, and it does have a fairly nice collection. I am a fan of European masters and American landscape…both of which are pretty limited here.
Stephen Balza — Google review
I loved visiting this museum. I think that both the inside and the outside tie together beautifully and the exhibits were incredible. I spent a long time in there and, honestly, I think I could have spent all day. It felt like every corner had a new surprise. What a gem of a place!
Elisa Ferrante — Google review
We decided to stop into this museum as we were driving through from Seattle to Texas. It was on our bucket list. It's unique and offers a variety of artwork from various artists. Loved the Amalia Mesa-Bains Exhibit.
There is so much parking here. This facility is so nice 😍.
momo — Google review
Came in on a Friday morning, it was not too busy at all and we got to experience the infinity room without any other patrons! I have been to this museum multiple times and am always impressed by the exhibits. Parking was easy and free, tickets were purchased without issue online, no wait for entry to museum.
Sami Ostendorp — Google review
Visited the current Barbie special exhibit in March.
Enjoyed the many models, displays, and fashions from the various eras of Barbie history, and especially the throwbacks of my own personal childhood Barbie collection.
Some new and interesting displays at the main exhibits as well.
The Fireflies is a continued favorite.
The Heard Museum is a world-renowned museum that specializes in Native American art. The museum's collections reflect the crossing of indigenous cultures with other artistic themes, and its exhibitions present stories from a first perspective. The Heard Museum is dedicated to advancing understanding of American Indian culture through its exhibits, education programs, and festivals.
Everyone who lives in or visits the Phoenix area should visit the Heard Museum. It’s a beautifully designed and well curated collection of Native American artwork and is breathtaking. But it is not just an art museum because it is also a history museum and there is much to take in and learn. It’s quiet and peaceful, and very large so it will take some time to see everything. There are galleries and courtyards, and just when you think there is nothing more to see you will turn a corner and have another gallery to visit. I loved the museum and will return.
Tia Peterson Loehnert — Google review
This museum is an absolute beautiful addition to our city. Learn about the historical Southwest while touring this beautiful property for 2-3 hours. Experience and learn about the American Indian heritage with all its history .The silver and weaving exhibits, art work, garden sculptures and architecture of the property are outstanding as well as special exhibits . A great day for the out of town visitor and locals alike.
Beautiful for all ages.
Parking is easy and staff is kind and welcoming .
Patricia Pieton — Google review
The Heard museum is great. Make sure you stop at your local library to get two free tickets with a program called the culture pass!
This place is awesome. It seems a very important purpose in making sure the USA's horrific treatment of the indigenous people here and in other states. They also had an amazing exhibit that ended on Hawaiian surf culture.
Chad Moore-Castro — Google review
I've been to a lot of museums in my short 37yrs in life and I must say, this is the best one that I've had the honor and privilege to step foot in. The art, the details, the information are all priceless and must be preserve forever. I also had lunch at the cafe and the food was delicious, their Birria tacos were probably the best I've had in a long time. Would I come back and bring family and friends who visits from out of town? Hell yeah! It is worth it and this is a gem in the city of Phoenix.
Jack Elliot — Google review
Lovely museum, definitely visit if in Phoenix! Recommend taking the guided tour which is very informative and provides a lot of historical background!
Both the permanent and temporary exhibitions were amazing when we visited! The museum also has a cafe and activity room for children!
Ioana Costea — Google review
I went to the Heard Museum as a part of a catered event, and I was amazed! While that means that I can't say anything about the wait times, lines, or costs of entry; or even the quality of the tours and tour guides - I can comfortably say that, aside from being a gorgeous building, the Heard Museum is home to unforgettable displays (I didn't see some of the displays), helpful staff, alongside some of the best event management (read: catering) that I've experienced at an event in a long time. All in all, I'd gladly visit again!
Jared Byrne — Google review
Beautiful, educational Native American museum. There is so much art on display and it’s fantastic to see all of the examples of Indigenous talent. There is a display that shows the impact of Residential/Boarding Schools and Manifest Destiny. As a Native American, This is so eye-opening and infuriating at the same time. It was by far the most impactful things we saw while there and I recommend everyone check it out. If you’re a registered tribal member, you get free admission into the museum.
Norma Arnold — Google review
The Heard Museum is a well done museum that you should visit at least once.
The museum is well designed, the exhibits are laid out in a manner that allows for easy viewing. The exhibit spaces and grounds are well kept and look spectacular.
There is a large collection of artwork, jewelry, and other artifacts that speak to the history of Native Americans.
The Indian school exhibit details the history, both good and bad, of boarding schools for native children. It is an interesting and educational look at the history of our country.
Jason Loehnert — Google review
Such a humbling, educational, and moving experience learning about so many different tribes. Don’t miss the boarding school exhibit upstairs. It’s such a well thought out curation that shows the impact of colonizers. The grounds are beautiful.
Tiffany Fleck — Google review
Excellent museum. Thoughtfully done. Both a history lesson and top quality contemporary Indigenous art. Caught a guided tour highlighting sections of the museum and then went back taking my time.
Nice restaurant for a meal afterwards.
jacqueline Golding — Google review
A one of a kind museum of native American people. If you are interested in their culture and history, this is a must stop. The gift shop is a marvel of native arts and jewelry. Prices are high but you have confidence that the pieces are real. It's worth just coming for the gift shop alone.
Let's Go — Google review
The interior and exterior are very pretty. The tickets are around 25 dollars person but you can get in for free if you’re indigenous. You can also get a good military or student discount. This pace was definitely worth the money I spent. I will be coming back to it. I think this is definitely a must see if you go to Phoenix, Arizona. They also have a nice gift shop, coffee shop, and book store.
Dennis Nguyen — Google review
Very nice museum but we didn't have much time to see all of it. The lady that sold us the tickets told us that the 2 hours we had before they closed was enough time to see it and it really wasn't. Why they close at 4pm I have no idea. That was insanely early to close. Most museums are open until at least 5 or 6pm. They should consider extending hours. Also there was not a single affordable thing in the gift shop and I was sorely disappointed. All the beautiful items were hundreds if not thousands of dollars. First time I left a gift shop disappointed. Please include some nice Native American items that normal people can afford. Other than that we enjoyed what we were able to see. Would go back if we had more time...
JoleenV — Google review
All I can say is wow what an amazing Museum to walk through. I teach US History in FL and I will now take back a whole new lesson to show much students I wish I could take them through your amazing facility. Just outstanding how you are preserving the culture and heritage and the truth about how the native Americans were treated. I will absolutely coming back.
A Moment in Time With Mr. Flint — Google review
I went on a Saturday. It was Super Bowl day the street was busy with people showing off team pride. No absolutely No water bottle of any kind you must check your water at the front desk. It was my first time here I spent a lot of time looking at Indian school experience the museum is vast and I didn’t get enjoy everything because I had munchies. If you go I recommend bringing a snickers or peanuts or something. I am going back to the Heard museum and I’m going to make sure I start with the Native American artifacts first.
Miguel rosas — Google review
If you want to learn about Native American history, this is the place. Lots of exhibits. Downtown Phoenix location is easy to get to and has plenty of parking. While you can view the exhibits on your own, taking a tour with a docent helps the history come alive. And, there is a Cafe and gift shop, too. Certainly a must do experience when in the Valley of the Sun.
Jerome Sayre — Google review
My visit to the Heard Museum was amazing! It's a place filled with incredible Native American art and culture. The exhibits were fascinating and taught me so much. The staff was friendly and helpful. It's a must-see if you want to learn about the rich history and creativity of Native American communities.
Thomas Love — Google review
Such an amazing museum. This is probably the museum we spent the most amount of time in other than the Louvre. Truly worth a visit. We even did the starlight room that’s like a 360 theater with starlight ceiling. The staff and docents were very informative.
Truly a 5-Star.
RobertsMom NC — Google review
Wonderful grounds and very interesting exhibits. Knowledgeable docents and helpful staff. A diverse collection of artifacts and artwork, many rooms to explore. Reasonable cost, plenty of parking, cafe and restaurant on site as well. A very pleasant museum for a visit.
c “cfl” lane — Google review
One word bedt describes this museum repeated many times. WOW, WOW, WOW and a hundred thousand times more. Spent 5 hours there and could have spent 10 times that there. Can't wait to go back. Did (2) tours and the docents were FANTASTIC.
Ronald W. — Google review
it has both indoor galleries and outdoor sculpture gardens. It was so beautiful and had the cutest outdoor cafe to eat afterward. We also got to enjoy the Sky Dome in the Substance of Stars exhibit! Overall a very moving experience and I learned so much about the different native American tribes and their culture. The stories about the boarding schools was heartbreaking.
Alexiz Anderson — Google review
This museum has lots of art from many tribes in the southwest - the Hopi, Navajo, Zuni, Apache, etc. I especially loved the pottery, some of which is over 1000 years old and made using the coil and scrape method. We had a wonderful guide (Christine) who was passionate and knowledgeable. The museum is laid out well and has an open courtyard, outdoor sculptures, a fantastic store, and a small cafe. It is absolutely worth a visit.
Elizabeth Chacko — Google review
Really educational place that after highlighting the many skills of the Indigenous people that were based in America when the English arrived, ends up addressing the attempted indoctrination of Native Americans in the 1800’s. Doesn’t touch on the persecution of them enough, barely brushing past that they were ‘lost’ as opposed to nearly wiped out. Nice experience.
Andrew Purcell — Google review
This place was great and I love the galleries. I learned more than I knew before I came in and it was very interesting. Being Native American, it was free and you just needed to have a photo of your CIB(Navajo). The staff had great attitudes, were very approaching if we had questions, and were very nice. I would definitely go here again but try the tour. The tour guide seemed very nice, knowledgeable, and asked me how my visit was although I didn't do the tour. Would definitely recommend if you're interested in different Native American cultures.
Shania Edgewater — Google review
Thanks to my younger son (5th grader) who asked us to visit Heard Museum this weekend. It was an amazing trip to this one of its kind museum which is dedicated to tell about history and present culture of Native American tribes of this region and across US. I realized how rich their culture, art and traditions have been and what difficulties they have faced over last couple of centuries to protect themselves and their culture from outside forces. I knew a very little until this trip.
We were blessed to be guided by a noble lady (sorry forgot her name) who made it a richer experience for our whole family.
We surely going to visit it again.
Mohan Tomar — Google review
Last minute decision to visit as I needed to kill time before heading to the airport. Glad I stopped in to check it out.
Excellent museum with lots of Native American art. I love sculpture art and there was a lot of that too. Discovered another artist whose work was gorgeous. I was hoping to pick up a book of her work but there wasn't anything in the book store. There is also a a museum shop and a Cafe where you can get a bite to eat and sit outside in the beautiful weather.
Check it out!
Pinnacle Peak Park is a beautiful park with an easy hike to the top that offers stunning city and desert views. It's also a great place to rock climb, as there are many boulders to scramble on. The trailhead is located just south of Scottsdale Shea Boulevard and Pinnacle Peak Park can be accessed from both sides of the street.
My all time favorite hike. Seem to always run into friends. Love it! Always help tourist take their photos. A good workout with close to 4 miles if you run all the way to gate. Fun to run, but caution to the several other hikers. Near Four Seasons Resort. Enjoy!
Kathy Harris — Google review
This is a great family friendly fun hike to do with friends. It is easy, safe, and the views are great.🥾⛰️
Gregg Towsley — Google review
Beautiful scenery and an even better hiking trail! Not to challenging if a hike, the elevation changes are always the most challenging part in my opinion.
Glad we went earlier in the morning when it was nice and cool. I’d imagine it gets quite hot.
Beautiful landscape and more Cacti than you can count! So much diverse wildlife! love how they have educational tidbits as you walk!
Aaron McCollum — Google review
Amazing beauty!!!
Come ready to hike 2 mile up, no difficult.
The attendant at the information booth is very helpful 😀
LM — Google review
Beautiful hike! The trail is very walkable. About four miles, but most of it isn’t very steep. The views are stunning and you feel like you’re in the desert. If you don’t want to see other people I’d recommend going early.
Kristen Martinez — Google review
My time at Pinnacle Peak Park was incredible. The hiking trail was well-marked, and the views at the top were breathtaking. It's a great place to connect with nature and get some exercise. Plus, the desert landscape is stunning. I highly recommend it for anyone who loves the outdoors!
Brett Harrison — Google review
Perfect hike! Just the right level of difficulty for beginner to slightly more advanced - we saw every level of hikers along the way. The views are outstanding with several amazing outlook/rest stops along the way. The trail is one way out/back. Clean bathrooms and water available at trailhead. Great park guides there as well.
Loren Pincus — Google review
Great hike for beg-?intermediate. Take it slow coming down as I list my balance after gaining speed!
Suzanne Plant — Google review
Nice place for hiking. Beautiful, amazing air, well organized. Everyone in my family enjoyed it and that's pretty rare case.
Marianna Foster — Google review
Good hike, nice views out is an out and back trail. Depending on fitness level it would be a easy/moderate hike. You are in the sun so plan accordingly with water.
Lynn Henderson — Google review
What an amazing hike, especially accessible if you are staying at the Four Seasons Resort. This is a very easy hike accessible to most who are interested in a walk uphill. There is much Beauty to see especially when the cacti are in bloom! Keep a lookout for hidden lizards and other wildlife while hiking through this park.
Ray Hadad — Google review
Gorgeous!
Clean washrooms. Great places to sit at the bottom of the trail and watch people climbing up and down.
My friends really enjoyed their hike to the top and back down: a very busy trail.
For me (I have mobility issues and don't hike) it was easy to do a bit of the bottom of the trail (wide and fairly flat) and view all the saguaro cactus and other desert vegetation.
If you are lucky, you may see some mule deer: I did!
Barbara Carstensen — Google review
Really enjoyed my hike at Pinnacle Peak Trail, Scottsdale, AZ today. The total distance is just under 4 miles out and back. I started mid morning when the temp had already reached 90 degrees... By the time I got back to the car ~ 2,5 hrs later, I was *fn exhausted!
Note: it's a well maintained trail, with a great view of a beautiful desert terrain. Also there are distance signs every quarter mile so that you know how far you've hiked. Highly recommend Pinnacle Peak Trail for an easy/moderate hike.
Stella Mandagi — Google review
Beautiful hiking trail. Close to the city but it feels like you're far out in town. Amazing view of the valley! Fantastic cacti shapes. We hiked in the fall, nice and cool. They close early during this time. It opens at 6:45 AM and closes at 5:30 PM. It takes half an hour from the visitor center to the highest point. Or it depends on your hiking speed. Easy to hike!⛰️🥾🌵🏜️
The Musical Instrument Museum is the world's only global musical instrument museum, displaying more than 15,000 pieces of music-related equipment from around the world. Highlights include a range of displays for iconic musicians such as Elvis Presley, John Lennon and Carlos Santana. The museum is located just twenty minutes drive north of the city center.
Amazing! If your wondering if you should visit, the answer is yes! What a great museum! Clean, bright, well laid out, easy to follow. You will get a clean pair of headphones that play all the video clips showing on the screens in each display. We spent 4.5 hours here, our kids enjoyed it too. Their favorite was the Experience Room where you can play a variety of instruments. We also were lucky enough that we caught an impromptu concert in the patio by the Navy Southwest Brass Band. The museum was packed, but never felt crowed. Other then a few annoying people shouting conversations out loud, it was a great overall experience. Staff were all super kind and friendly.
Great value!
klmullet — Google review
What a pleasant surprise for me and my family. I visited MIM during Teacher Aappreciation week and enjoyed free admission and a gift catalog which was of very good quality. We were an all-adult group of 4 and we had a blast! The exhibits were organized by region, and we walked around the world learning about music and history. Some exhibits were interactive videos with audio headsets. We did the self-guided tour. A lot of walking, but there were plenty of seats to take a break. The experience room was a unique place where visitors can try playing all kinds of instruments. The museum restaurant, Cafe Allegro, did not disappoint. We all purchased some unique items in the gift shop. Give yourself plenty of time. Our group spent 5 hours there !
Shonii DiFrancesco — Google review
Really can’t say enough about this place. I’m not even a Musical person, but I was just blown away by this museum. Way larger than I expected, with absolutely beautiful grounds that can be enjoyed when the weather finally breaks! Not only will you see a vast variety of instruments, But also outfits and costumes worn by stars. So many historical instruments, beautifully arranged by region, as well as by instrument type. If I, as a non-musical person loved it, I cannot imagine how much a musical person will enjoy this place.
KATHRYN A — Google review
Fascinating. Several hours was not enough. Cafeteria has great food. Outside patio eating area was beautiful. Will go again but do in reverse order as so much info in American area alone.
Peter Wildes — Google review
We had fun with our infant. They have headphones and an exploration and play place for little ones. A great time for the whole family. Just wonderful. Worth buying the membership as you will want to come back over and over if you are a resident. And the restaurant is quite good and affordable.
K M — Google review
Very cool visit. First off though…this is a big museum. If you want to see and read and interact with it all..leave yourself at least two days. If you can navigate topically through it, a full single day.
Well presented, good use of technology with their headsets. Hands on space for kids. Good was museum pricing, but really good and good quantities. Will be back for sure just to finish it!
Nick Kottelenberg — Google review
Wow! Had such a fantastic time here. There are instruments from all over the world grouped by country or genre. You get audio devices that let you listen to the music from each section as you pass along. There’s a room of interactive instruments at the end by the cafe. The museum is well curated and organized. Definitely recommend to anyone visiting Phoenix.
Raymond Luong — Google review
This is a wonderful experience for ALL ages!!! The Experience Exhibit is a fantastic room where children and adults can play with many of the instruments seen throughout the museum. Highly recommend stopping if you're looking for an, at your own pace, adventure. Almost all of the exhibits provide attendees the ability to listen to and see the instruments being played in their natural environment. For listening, the museum provides the wireless receiver and wired headset. We spent almost three hours here!!!
jp huff — Google review
This is a wonderful place, not just for musical instruments, but also history and geography and cultures from around the world.
Each country display has a map where the country is located, and instruments (and costume /dress) used in that location. The headphones will link to the videos playing on that display screen, which show a few clips of the music in that region, using the instruments you see on display.
There are also displays of musical instrument manufacturers, and displays of each kind of instrument.
There is a coffee shop and an outdoor area where there was a live performance that day. The outdoor area is gorgeous, with covered tables, shaded trees areas, water features and landscaping.
You are not permitted to carry water or any food or drink through the museum. I had to check my water bottle at the front.
Everyone working was very kind, friendly, and helpful! One lady told me that they have live performances most nights of the week.
It is more affordable to buy the membership if you plan on going more than once - which would be great to see more! There is so much here, I had to miss areas since I was only there for 2.5 hours.
Overall wonderful place with a wonderful atmosphere!
Kathryn Friedlund — Google review
This is one of the best museums that we've visited! Visitors get a headset that pairs with videos at each display. We spent 4 hours on the main floor, and there was still more to see! They have a big room with hands-on instruments for exploration and experimentation as well as a cafe and a restoration viewing area on the main floor. The upstairs features the history of music and instruments from every continent. It was definitely worth the$20 admission.
Lisa Moll — Google review
What a fantastic museum!! Really loved going through each exhibit but I wished we had more time in okie schedule to see everything. There were free tours that happen every other hour, which is great, but they breeze through everything. My husband and I eventually broke away from the group so that we could take our time and look at everything. We’ll be back!!!
Mikhaela Padilla — Google review
Considering that the museum is of musical instruments, it is larger than I expected it to be. Very immaculately curated with instruments from every corner of the world.
The geographic arrangement along with a proximity enabled audio tour is well orchestrated. As soon as you arrive at a display your audio tour connects to the correct audio allowing you to hear the instrument being displayed. Fading as you walk away only to connect to the next display. Very well done!
One could spend a full day easily. We did.
A must see if you are visiting Scottsdale.
Indra Singhal — Google review
There is so much to see here! The audio box with headphones provides a guided tour with a lot of information. There is a room with many instruments that can be played and touched, but the museum overall isn't ideal for young children. Recommended for anyone interested in musical instruments and history. Very large collection from all over the world.
Heidi O — Google review
If you like music, history, cultures around the world this is a great place to visit. I especially enjoyed seeing instruments and hearing music from places my ancestors came from. There is also a section with instruments, costumes, etc. of famous artists. There is a room where you can play instruments as well. Nice cafe with delicious food. ALL the people working there were very pleasant and incredibly helpful and informative. So glad I went!
Nancy Shade — Google review
What a wonderful place! The exhibits are so beautifully arranged. I was nervous about coming with my 6 year old, but especially my 3 year old. The staff was so understanding and patient! We spent most of our time in the experience gallery. There are so many instruments from all around the world for everyone to try playing! It was amazing!
Valerie Ritchie — Google review
Amazing, amazing, amazing. And sensational.
Hundreds of years of history in a single building. Free parking. $20 per person to go and see music history over the past 1000 years and by continent.
Truly inspiring and worth the drive to north Scottsdale. Make sure to spend at least a few hours there to really experience this place. Great food, too!
The special exhibit was not worth it but the cost was very low so no regrets. But I do recommend you avoid the upsell
Jonathan Lee — Google review
Incredible collection of musical instruments from around the world with detailed history. The headphones and audio box provided added immensely to the experience. As you walk through from display to display it automatically plays the sound and music from that display. We ended up spending about three hours here and didn’t fully experience everything. Huge collection of modern day instruments and artifacts like Johnny Cash’s suit and guitar and Taylor Swift clothing. Plus massive areas on the second floor from regions and countries throughout the world with traditional music. Amazing place that we’re already planning our next visit to see more of.
Bill G — Google review
An absolutely incredible museum. They have the largest collection of musical instruments in the WORLD!!! The exhibits are all done beautifully and the headphones that you wear that automatically connect to each exhibit while walking around enables you to hear the most beautiful sounds. Great place to spend a few hours and get lost. I highly recommend!
Scott Gale — Google review
The musical instrument museum was well organized and thoughtfully laid out it included a variety of instruments from every and any country you could think of! We were there 2 hours but you could easily spend 3 hours there. We were directed to start with the Asian and African exhibits progressing to Europe and the United States. I would have liked to spend more time in the European and United States exhibits. Next time I will start there first. Highly recommend going here.
Gina Tasy — Google review
Went after accomplishing a hike which was a nice way to unwind. There were so many fascinating pieces of history to learn and see. I really liked that they automatically give you a headset to listen as you move through the exhibits. Very well laid out and fun to see all the similarities across cultures.
Savannah Baker — Google review
Don't try and listen to every display, work your way through the whole museum and circle back for displays you are especially interested in. Pace yourself it's huge.
Also I would buy the add-on, they are pretty much covered in the main Museum.
Scott Shepherd — Google review
If you have the time and are interested in music, you need to see this place.
The museum is very large and they have a huge collection of musical instruments from around the world.
They cover every continent and country and culture regarding instruments used. They also have snippets of the music from every area. We spent 3 hours here and could have spent more time if permitted.
Highly recommend.
Steven Page — Google review
This is one of my favorite museums ever. It displays a very extensive collection of musical instruments, separated by country and, in a few cases (say, huge countries like China and India), by regions within the country. You get an audio device that automatically tuned in to a given TV set for that country/region. Each TV loops through a few (3 to 5) short videos showcasing the instruments in the display area. Very effective in giving you an idea of how that the musical heritage of that area is all about. Highly recommended when in Phoenix. Make reservations for a specific entry time.
Alex Zepka — Google review
As amazing as a museum can get! The Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix was so much fun. I had no idea what to expect upon entering the museum, but my expectations were exceeded. You're given a headset that automatically connects to the sounds within each exhibit - mind blown. It's such a simple thing but it's very effective. The global, what I'll call "world tour", exhibits on the second floor of instruments from all over the world was so cool. Little did I know that these many instruments existed!
This museum isn't just for music lovers though, it's perfect for art lovers as well. The craftsmanship, art, and painting on some of these instruments will literally take your breath away. The ingenuity of people from the past, and hearing the sounds that they once heard was surreal and really touching. My favorite items were the collection of music boxes on the first floor; they were delightful.
I highly recommend visiting this museum! I wish I had more time to explore, so definitely set aside a few hours to take your time and be present with all the sounds and sights.
Side-notes: I did not reserve tickets in advance, and was able to purchase tickets the day that I visited which was on Saturday. There is a parking lot that is quite large.
Jasmine Singh — Google review
Magnificent Museum! Not only do you see these amazing instruments from around the world, but there are videos showing the people who played them. There are ten thousand instruments. It would take something like fourteen hours to listen to all the videos. There is so much to see! The cafe has wonderful food. I can't say enough.Great things about this place.
Melinda Layton — Google review
This was our favorite attraction on our trip to Scottsdale! It’s only a half hour away in Phoenix and a must see for a music lover! They have an extensive collection of instruments from all over the world and from famous music composers and musicians. It’s a guided audio tour so you can listen to the music and sounds of the instruments and various cultures while you watch the monitors. It was such a fun learning experience. They have some instruments downstairs for you to try to play and helpful guides throughout. We were there for 3 hours and felt like we could have stayed longer to finish it all. One guide told us the whole tour is 6 hours. Well worth the price! There’s also regular concerts held in their music hall. We weren’t able to see one the week we were in town but next time we come I’d check their schedule for that experience. They also have exhibits that change like the acoustics feature now. We had such a great time here we would definitely come back again
Allison Johnson — Google review
This is a great musical instrument with music from around the world. It is a bit overwhelming. I would suggest seeing a few places around the globe, taking a break, and jumping back in.
What do they have? Free parking, picnic area, restaurant, gift shop, multiple rooms where you can listen to music, read the posts, and look at the instruments from all over the world and different time periods. From African ancient music to Price and Elvis. There is a room to play a variety of musical instruments and you can even ring a big Gong!
We got a bonus as a worker at the gift shop, who taught us how to use the sounding bell thing (already forgot the name, but they use it in yoga today).
I would 100% recommend buying tickets in advance.
There were many kids' tours going through (not MIM lead), literally, only one adult leading the tour was extremely loud. We avoided him, which made it more enjoyable.
Check it, listen to some music, learn some history, enjoy life.
Rob Wilson — Google review
This place is an absolute treasure. A must see for musicians and music lovers of all ages. Beautiful well curated collection. Grab a set of earphones to listen as you browse for an immersive experience that is top notch! A great venue for events as well, with amazing in house catering. The space is simply beautiful. The location could not be more convenient- just 1 minute from the freeway. The Phoenix valley is lucky to have the MIM.
Phoenix Raceway is a popular destination for NASCAR fans, boasting a seating capacity of over 65,000. The venue has undergone recent improvements that have greatly enhanced the overall fan experience. While free parking is available, visitors should expect to walk a fair distance. Inside the track there are plenty of food and beverage options, including self-serve drink areas that offer quick service for water or alcoholic beverages. It's worth noting that Phoenix Raceway has transitioned to a cashless system.
What else to say, it's the place to be for NASCAR. They do a great job and the improvements over the last couple years have made it a great fan experience. Just be prepared to walk a good distance when you park in the free parking area. There are plenty of food and drink options for when you get inside, The self serve drink areas a unique and easy to use to get a quick water or adult beverage. It definitely flows quicker for just getting something to drink. They have gone completely cashless, just be aware of that. When planning to go, know where the sun is at and where you are thinking of sitting. Closer to the start line gets shad sooner than section 112.
Brian Gingras — Google review
Always love coming to the Cup Series races here! Hadn't been in the infield/pre-race pit access since 2017, and so much has changed for the better! Much more fan engagement, chances to meet/see your favorite drivers, and be close up to the cars in the garage! Awesome all the way around, and while my favorite driver is retiring, I still want to come back just for the experience! And the seats behind the start finish line in 151 is a great view, when normally up close isn't!
Brennan Wagner — Google review
Incredible facility for race fans! The infield experience and the views from the grandstand are some of the best on the West Coast for racing. Your best opportunities to see the cars in the garage up close are here at Phoenix. Parking and Concession Pricing do need some adjustments to be more fan friendly, but everything else is top-notch. Go check out this track on raceday if you get a chance.
Vanillawafer — Google review
Love everything about this track. From hillside seating to grandstands and the camping amenities are great and the showers are clean and perfect. Wish the campground store had more available but everything else is amazing. NASCAR championship race 2020 and 2021 camped all week and loved it. Will go back as much as possible.
Audrey Robideaux — Google review
The staff at the venue is always great, have visited several times for various events and even with huge crowds the staff is always well aware of what is going on and great at directing traffic. Most recently attended a “Laps for Charity” event and had the pleasure of driving on the track. Well organized and smooth execution as usual.
E Fed — Google review
Great venue, has a land train to transport from parking to (almost) entrance, lots of refreshment choices and plenty of access to seating both stairs and elevators.
Simon Biggs (Biggsy) — Google review
Great time at the Shriners Children's 500. It was great racing at a great venue. Ya gotta get pit passes when you go. The added experience was worth it. Plan to do some walking while you're there.
The only thing I'd change is installing kiosks at the infield food vendors. When the race is going, they can't hear what you are trying to order. A kiosk would really make ordering easier
R Riemer — Google review
First timer for a NASCAR race and I was impressed with the facility and organization of this huge event. The one downside were the huge prices at concession stands.$7 for a plain hot dog? $21 for a smoked turkey leg. Wow.
Rick Wennerstrom — Google review
What an absolutely fantastic venue to watch a NASCAR race! The raceway is huge with ample seating throughout. Within the middle sections you could almost see the cars throughout the entire track! There are plenty of food options and vendors in the stadium and the majority of seats were able to get some shade in the early afternoon!
In terms of parking, there is no need to pay as there were lots of free options within close walking distance adjacent to the stadium.
Austin Gee — Google review
We had a great time. Camped in the Trails with bigger spots and a short walk down to the track. The garages are accessible and we got to walk down the backside of the pits. Fantastic teach and experience!
Keith Hutchinson — Google review
Great event! Phoenix Raceway was clean, and the staff was friendly. Very well organized to help visitors get back and forth to their cars. Had a kids zone to keep them entertained before the show. You're allowed to bring drinks and snacks into the event, but there are pricey vendors there. One thing I would recommend is bringing a flashlight if your goi g to a late game. If you have to walk back your car, the walkways are busy and dark. We saw 2 people fall. However, they were walking right along the fence line.
Nicole Ostler — Google review
Great race track and all around one if the best places to watch a Nascar race. We watched the championship weekend. Nothing negative here, just get to a race and see for yourself. You'll make this a yearly event on your calendar
Gordon Wheeler Sr — Google review
Great time at the truck race. Big crowd but super convenient access to everything from food to kids entertainment. The tram system work perfectly, Easy in and easy out general admission parking..
Howard Wheatley — Google review
Good day watching Nascar. The facility is much nicer than before they redid it. The infield area was nice, and it was fun to be able to go through the garages. Seats were comfortable for a sports complex seat. Food is super expensive. Bring your own earplugs. They are outrages there.
Mike Campbell — Google review
Best experience down in the infield and pits. We had VIP Passes due to sponsoring a car. But it was one of my most favorite experiences being down in the infield. So much to see & do!!
Jason Martin — Google review
What an awesome adventure to spend time with Nascars finest and to enjoy it with great friends... lots of things to do and enjoy. Food and Beverages are your usual over the top in prices, but you sorta have to expect that.
Ken - Gabo - White Lightening Sx — Google review
We had an awesome experience here. You can show up at 8am for a race that starts at 1. Lots of vendors and activities. The higher you sit the better the view but they’re obviously more expensive. You can bring in a cooler with food and drinks just no alcohol. They have lots of food options prices are on par with and stadium vendors. The free parking is a dirt lot that is about a 10-15 min walk to the entrance. There is a “tram” which is a truck towing some carts. The line is so long you’re better walking. You can pay to park closer. We got there at 11 and with parking and walking we got inside within 30 min. Not too crowded if you show up early. I’d recommend the infield pass if you want to see the garages and cars. Kids tickets are way cheaper and they have a veterans discount.
Ben L — Google review
My wife and I got tickets to the ALLY Curve suite for both days. We are spoiled by the accommodations that the raceway puts on. The track is owned by NASCAR. NASCAR's attention to detail is impeccable. Our tickets allowed us to go pretty much anywhere we wanted to. We will be back for a fourth year. We recommend this place if you're a racing fan. Championship races are held here in November. We are on a waiting list to get tickets for that weekend.
Rick A — Google review
Foodieland was the attraction today. 150 food booths. At least 40 merchandise booths. Eclectic assembly of food and fun.
Roberto Hendy — Google review
We attended the Nascar Championship and thought 2 1/2 hrs was lots...it wasn't. Plan your trip accordingly as there were bottlenecks everywhere for General Parking. The venue itself was great and they move folks from the parking lots to the raceway efficiently and we had a great time. If you on the hill or around turn three you will be in the sun for the duration of the race, plan accordingly.
10,000-seat baseball stadium hosting Cactus League spring training games plus year-round events.
This is a great ballpark to watch Spring Training games in perfect weather. This review focuses on the Terrace Level located on the third floor behind home plate. It's an exclusive area that accommodates up to 60 people (you need 40 to reserve the area). Our tickets were $43 each and included game entry, free food, free non-alcoholic beverages, access to a cash bar, and clean private restrooms. On the day we visited, a build-your-own buffet line was set up with salad, quarter-pound hot dogs and buns, pulled pork on hamburger buns, a taco bar (shredded chicken, tortilla chips, and cornbread), and chocolate chip cookies. As you can see in the photos, you're outdoors but are standing or sitting in the shade while enjoying a great view of the game. Fantastic!
Dan Harris — Google review
This is a great field to watch a spring training game. There were several options for parking, and the employees directed traffic with lots of people and communication. We moved fairly well even with the number of cars there. The only challenge was food. There were only 3 food locations sponsored by the park and only 2 additional food vendors. The lines were so long. We missed over 2 innings of play waiting in line and waiting for the food. And we went to the shortest line at the only food truck there. I can't imagine how long it took for everyone else. The rest of the time there was great. Just bring snacks or plan to eat right when you get there.
Kevin Foutz — Google review
What a pleasant surprise to find the stadium where the Cleveland Yahoo team plays, also the Cincinnati Reds. It looks like a beautiful stadium and I can’t wait to go back to watch a game.
Not time for spring season but we traveled out there to watch the hot air balloon event which didn’t happen because it was too windy. We still had a great time walking around, chatting, listening to live music, and meeting some really fun folks.
I WOULD RECOMMEND.
Cindy L — Google review
Of all the ballparks we've visited so far, this rates at the top for comfort & spaciousness. Bonus points for parking being FREE!! Every other park we've visited charges $10 (not a fan of this latest money grab-parking used to be free everywhere). The pricing for tickets was also excellent. Food choices are okay, pretty standard offerings. Staff and fans were great fun!
Jan Kurtz-Puga — Google review
While not as impressive as Camelback Ranch or the Surprise stadium, the Goodyear Ballpark is a cozy little place with very cheap ticket prices and food that isn't too extremely expensive like many of the other Phoenix area venues. The park is generally less occupied than some of the other places and parking is readily available. It's a fun little place to catch a game.
M S — Google review
Spring training games had not started yet, but I walked around the park and it is a very new with a comfortable setup. Not a bad seat in the park, and plenty of space to move around. Good food options and a great team store for both Cincinnati and Cleveland.
Tim Kraska — Google review
Great place to watch spring training for the Cleveland Guardians. Every seat is good, and the food is about the same as in Cleveland. Really great place to see your favorite players up close. It's nice to get away from the cold for a while as well.
Michael Addante — Google review
I worked security at the Event today. It was a very fun event with a really good turn out of people! There was a drone show even! And so many food trucks with amazing food! I hope i work this even again next year!
Fiona Vega — Google review
1st time here. Attended business conference held in the concourse area. Love the location for doing business in the west valley. Glad to have this multipurpose facility for non-sporting events. Staff was great and the grounds were well maintained. Definitely would consider hosting event here again during the cooler months.
Jason Harris — Google review
First time at Goodyear Ballpark for Reds Spring Training and had a great experience. It was a great facility with plenty of food and beverage options. Very much a family-friendly environment as well.
Brandon Carlin — Google review
Went to see the hot air balloons at the ballpark. Had such a great time. Got there a bit late but still had amazing vendor food selection and live music. Clean atmosphere and a very well organized event!!
mass Redd — Google review
Great stadium to watch a game. Free parking! Nice food and beer options, although I’d love to see more local beers from Cleveland and Cinci like other stadiums do.
Jay Tooch — Google review
It's such a great ballpark to catch a spring training game. We had so much fun. We had good seats in the stands right behind 1st base but went to the grassy area to lay in the warm sun for a bit. We will definitely be back!!
Vicky (A couple of Memory Makers) — Google review
If you love spring training baseball, this is a wonderful facility. Parking was free. Very easy to get in and out. All the people were just wonderfully cheerful. Tickets were only $13 plus fees and taxes.
Ed Husarcik — Google review
Great intimate ball park where every seat is good! The parking was plentiful and free. Walking from the car to the ballpark is short distance and buying tickets at the box office was easy. They require you to have a US phone because the tickets are digital.
You can walk around the entire ballpark, and it seemed like most seats are great, including the berm in the outfield
Be aware that the sun can get pretty hot so you may want to pick seats in the shade if that’s going to be an issue for you
The usual food and drink options at normal ballpark prices
We had a great time and we’d certainly go again
The Peoria Sports Complex is a venue that hosts spring training for two major baseball teams in addition to local leagues and events. Although it may be slightly older than other sports complexes, it still offers a pleasant experience with amenities such as a playground for children and a small splash area. The seating area is equipped with misters to keep visitors cool while enjoying the surroundings. Furthermore, the complex boasts plenty of food and drink options, although not all concessions may be operational due to staffing issues.
Pro Tip: cool off with the breeze under the scoreboard. Cooling fans for the electronics + wind tunnel in the shade by are = Ahhhhh. See pic.
Great time at the Mariners game. There was plenty for everyone of all ages to do before the game. Try pitching and get measured by radar gun. Children’s play area and cooling mist. Plus so many food options aside from the fixed food counters and stands. The free parking is a plus with most charging for it but get there early to avoid parking far away in gravel overflow lots. Like they just closed main parking off just over an hour before hand. This is a shared venue between Ms and San Diego so when they play each other it will be packed to the gills. Anyhow, good seats although they were in the narrow side.
Good times and great place to take in a game.
Jason Thompson — Google review
Big lawn in the outfield. Shaded seats all around in the upper sections. Kid's play field. Lots of food and beer options! Lots of parking on site.
Chris Ugelstad — Google review
This is the Spring Training home for the Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres and a great facility for baseball!
There is plenty parking and I was surprised by how easy it was to get in/out! The parking was also free which I was surprised by. That being said, the concession prices were not so affordable. I guess I'm spoiled being from Seattle where craft beer cans can be purchased at T-Mobile Park during Mariners games for $6 but I thought $15 (plus tip) domestic tallboy cans were a thing of the past. Guess not! Lemonade will set you back $8...
The staff was overall pretty nice. There was one older gentleman that made a sexist comment to my partner which we didn't care for, but I guess that's Arizona? Or maybe he was just a jerk!
Overall a great facility, I just wish it were more affordable to visit as a family outing more often.
Perry Harrell — Google review
My family and I had a fantastic time during the 4th of July celebration. We were impressed with the organization, the attitudes of the workers, cleanliness, and especially the presence of many police officers.
Thank you Peoria Sports Complex, for the impressive, fun, and safe evening. Great Job!
Christopher “Chris Mazz” Mazzella — Google review
Very cool Baseball park. We unfortunately didn’t make it to a game here for spring training but we had to see the mariners home stadium and watched them practice. Also visited the team store. It was free to park there before the game. Got to watch the players practice and quite a few stopped to sign my son’s baseball. Lots of people there wanting autographs. Very cool experience!
The Picky Eater — Google review
Beautiful stadium, plenty of different food and drink options.
Southside Savy — Google review
Nice park for a spring training game. It should go without saying, it's in Arizona and it's hot. If you can afford it, spend the extra few bucks on the seats that are in the shade.
Otherwise, it's a very nice and quaint stadium.
Mike Minogue — Google review
Little older than most of the other sports complexes I have been to, but still a good one. They have a nice little play ground for kids, and even a small splash area. There is a seating area with misters to keep you cool as your kid runs around. Not the best selection of food, but a lot of concessions were closed, likely due to staffing issues.
This is the Padres and Mariners complex, for those that don’t know.
Kathy A — Google review
Overall this is a great place to enjoy spring training.
However I know many people who work at the concession stands(via temp agency)and they would like the community to know that when you tip them they never receive any of the tips,and if you leave them a cash tip..well they get kicked off the job. I think this isn't fair and just who is receiving the tips, the partner who brought them on..?
It's bad enough that if you attend one of these events expect to easily spend 50.00 on each person and if you decide to reward someone for good service and a great attitude..
someone else will be pocketing their money.
Other than that great way to bring in America's past time and relax and enjoy a game
Michael Dunn — Google review
Decent space to catch a spring training game. Food options are plentiful. The only downside is the seats are a bit tight and there isn't a lot of shade to be found. Beyond that excellent. Nice closeup feel for the fans.
Michal Ashby — Google review
Nice baseball park. Too bad it rained most of the game. All staff and vendors were super helpful and friendly. Fresh Sam Adams was tasty.
Henry — Google review
Great Spring Training Venue! Clean venue, friendly staff, good food options. Great park for the kids to run around.
Alex Ciaraglia — Google review
What a great experience to watch spring training baseball. The staff was friendly and helpful. If you haven’t been here for some baseball you have to go!
Robb Lepke — Google review
Went for 2024 apring training workouts, not games. Facility was very open and inviting, good contact with players. Good for kids and others to get autographs. If they could only do something about overbearing Profesional Graphers, some guys might sign more. Same with all work out fields
Corbett Shope — Google review
Great venue for spring training games, has a playground for kids too.
Expansive collection of land & water animals with special features like giraffe feeding, plus rides.
WOW! Awesome zoo. Spent over 5 hours exploring the zoo grounds. Turns out this is a great place. Enjoyed the day and we seemed to see everything in one day. Very clean grounds and saw so many different species of animals our minds are on overload. We will return for another visit in the fall to see how the change of seasons turns out. Highly recommend a visit if your on the fence.
Rick Spiegel — Google review
A wonderful place for the kids to spend entire days there without getting them bored. A rare combination of Zoo and Aquarium made this place more attractive than Phoenix Zoo. In a typical hot AZ day, the aquarium offers both cool air and cool things to play. The kids can touch a lot of stingray in a small pond. There is a BBQ restaurant behind the big shark tank.
Africa Safari Ride is the best paid activity in term value per dollar both entertaining and educational. So many interactive animal activities for the kids. My kid wanted to feed the goats for the whole day. Animal feeding, seal performance, and many more.
The noise in the air might be a little disrupting during your outdoor fun activities with animals due to the nearby Air Force field aircraft training.
Ben D — Google review
All three of us had a great time and we spent easily 5 hours here as it is 5 mi to walk the whole time perimeter of the zoo. The thing we like about this place is the amount of animals to see in great abundance and in close proximity. A lot of the animals are only inches and the bigger ones a few feet away so you can see them in greater details. I think the feeding of the giraffe was a great idea because it lets people come close to animals. We really liked the rhino exhibit that included three rhinos, the black bear exhibit, exhibit with the giant arrowanna fish. The aquariums were a big plus and the fact that there are aerial trams available for purchase is a good plus and adds to variety.
Kevin — Google review
What an amazing place. I visited recently and I had no idea how big it was. They got a lot to see. I really enjoyed the aquariums. I wish the Phoenix Zoo had them. Definitely plan on spending the day there if you want to see everything. I can’t wait to go back.
DanO (thunderdan602) — Google review
This is a big zoo that is very spaced out. A lot to see. The food and service was very bad and over priced. I was disappointed most attractions were closed. So to pay the same entry fee when things are shut down doesn’t seem right. You can easily spend the day here. This place needs some maintenance. This could be really an amazing place if some TLC is put into it. Not impressed but it has a lot to do. The ride through the middle was fun. Didn’t do the safari because you wait about 35 minutes for the vehicles to come back if there is not room.
chase ward — Google review
Coming from Chicago where we have Brookfield and Lincoln Park, this is one of the best zoos I’ve ever been to! It’s huge with a ton of variety of animals. Most of the times we’ve gone the animals are pretty active and they have baby animals all the time. The sea Lion show is awesome and the keepers and staff are all incredible. They have several good vendors but also allow food to save a few bucks for families. They also have a tram and a few kids rids. A great family day trip!
Rusty Wimberly — Google review
Me and my husband really enjoyed this. We saw the sea lion show and we rode the zip line the roller coaster they have this bird ride that you control the rudder and it was really fun. All the staff treated us really good. The girl at the giraffe feeding station was rude but every single other staff was great. If you want a great day I'd highly recommend this place. When your all done exploring check out the bbq restaurant it was so good.
Jeffrey Nielsen — Google review
Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium is not only one of the best experiences you can have in Phoenix, but I would venture to say one of the best zoos in Southwest U.S. (better than the PHX zoo).
This place exceeds so many expectations and it is absolutely massive - you can easily spend a full day here and still not see everything.
There are so many intimate up close encounters you can have with animals here from all over the world, whether it's feeding giraffes or standing a foot away from performing sea lions.
They do an incredible job with the layout here and the exhibits. So much of the park is in cool shade for the hotter days. Whenever your feet start getting sore you can enjoy the comfort of viewing the wildlife from the chairlift of the African safari tram.
They also do a nice job providing a variety of food options, especially with the Dillon's BBQ near the entrance. How can you beat eating delicious bbq listening to live music while watching beautiful flamingos nearby?
I sincerely hope, as others have mentioned here, that they can add elephants into this park in the near future, as that is really the only thing missing from this otherwise perfect zoo/aquarium!
Nicholas McLaughlin — Google review
So, it's a pretty nice zoo and we had a good time. Food was actually pretty darn good for the price. I'll give them that, they got other places like them beat in the food category. I just really feel like there needed to be more of a presence with zoo staff. So many people walking around smoking. And it got really old really quick to constantly be in clouds of cigarette smoke. Also, there were an abundance of people screwing with the animals. Leaning forward and putting fingers and hands through the fence, even with the leopards, yes, the leopards. I understand the zoo can only do so much to protect the idiots we've become from themselves but just some actual visible employees out and about and not just where they want to take more money from you. That being said, if you haven't been then check it out, but I think once is good enough.
Brady Reed — Google review
Awesome zoo! Probably one of the best I have ever been too. The animals are just so live and vibrant! Most of the animals were playing and having a good time. The zoo definitely takes the building maintenance and animal enclosures seriously 110% at all times, very great too see.
Aaron Bustillos — Google review
I want to give it 5 stars, but we couldn't do a lot while there due to it being closed. Like the roller coaster, we went on the log water ride and it was super fun. Most were closed though.. We enjoyed feeding and petting the goats. We fed the giraffes and saw SO many very cool animals. Lots of sea life, which was great! We also enjoyed petting the stingrays. We had a lot of fun. Food and ice cream places were closed as well, not all but most. Staff were friendly. Gift shot is pretty cool. Parking was good.
Heather Pectol — Google review
A hidden gem of Phoenix and a better zoom than the popular one closer into the city. This is a rescue zoo and soon the experiences are more unique, varied, and often closer; on the other hand, it's not as polished as it could be (the only reason I'm dinging a star).
Feed giraffes, get up close with kangaroos, water ride through the aquarium, check out the albino alligator, and lunch next to flamingoes, this is a highly recommended review for the Wildlife World Zoo.
Donate if you can. I know they are working to upgrade and improve what is already a pretty amazing place.
Paul O'Brien — Google review
I was born and raised in the Phoenix area and have been to the Phoenix Zoo many times but this was my first time here. This place was great for a number of reasons. The sea life and aquarium were a huge draw. My family really enjoyed the sea lion show. We were there on a warm day so getting splashed was actually very refreshing. If you haven’t been here, it’s definitely worth checking out. My kids are already talking about the next trip!
Jason Adcox — Google review
This is a nice zoo and aquarium with several "rides" available that are good for both kids and adults. You need a lot of time and endurance if you visit all the exhibits and buildings. You also need a lot of money. Adult entry is $48 each, and rides are not included. Each ride is $6 per person, and includes a train, a sky ride (lift chairs), tram, merry-go-rounds (2), log ride, and kids coaster. For $20/hour, you can rent a "Rydable," which is an animal figured power chair type thing, but it is limited in several areas. For $20, you can also rent a wheelchair. Most of the park walkways are graveled, making it dusty and challenging depending on your shoe selection. This also affects accessibility for wheelchairs, the disabled, and strollers, so be warned. Food and drink items are moderately priced, but not all food venues were open. Not all rides and exhibit buildings were open during our visit either. If you're a "zoo person," you'll like this one, but I wouldn't say it was one of my favorites due to the physical size and effort it took to see everything. I could see cost being an issue for families too.
Duane Humlicek — Google review
Loved this zoo! The only thing I didn't like was that they had so many birds! I like to see more animals, not birds, but that's just my opinion. The aquarium was awesome too! My favorites were the giraffes (you can feed them too- only 50 cents!!) And the 2 baby monkeys!! Oh so adorable!! Wish they had more baby animals in the nursery. They also have a few rides to go on, I recommend going on a couple of them (to rest! As there is a lot of walking involved).
Susan Christofferson — Google review
This is a really cool zoo. I really enjoyed the feed the Lori experience and the sea lion experience. Both were included in admission and the animals seemed very well cared for. The only reason I'm taking off one star is because some of the animal habitats were pretty small and sad while others were really great. But we did have a great day.
Samantha Packer — Google review
It's my favorite zoo in AZ. I've been coming to this zoo since I was a kid. Now I'm taking my kids to enjoy this amazing place. The zoo has added more rides and new exhibits. The aquarium is awesome. People get to touch the stingrays and starfish. They have scooters for the people who don't want to walk, wheelchairs and strollers for rent. They have a couple of food courts around the property and Dillon's restaurant. The zoo also has a huge playground for the kids to enjoy.
We bought the yearly membership pass, and we will be visiting more often.
Pony_Girl_5.0 — Google review
So much fun! A couple of us mommies had a girl's day with our daughters. My favorites were the sea lion show where we can feed the sea lions and take photos. My other favorite were the squirrel monkeys.
The lions were very vocal and I personally think their habitat was small, hopefully it led out to a larger area that I could not see.
Didi Allen — Google review
This zoo is awesome for the desert climate. There are a ton of shade trees, and more exhibits than we could take in during one visit. I was lucky enough to win 2 adult tickets on Real Country Radio, so we only had to pay for my boyfriend's son. It's a little pricey, but so is everything these days. It was well worth it! Will enjoy going back to see the rest!
The photo is a snake aquarium, I loved the mirror effect at the top of the water. At first I thought it was some kind of anomaly like a siamese twin snake 🤔🤣🤣
karen swanson — Google review
Highly recommend you purchase your tickets on Groupon! Bought my tickets for $35.99 each adult. They charge $48 at the door, so we saved big with 4 adults! We spent about 6 hours at the park today and had a blast! My mother in law and sister in law have never been to a zoo so this was their first time. They loved it! To start, we went through the amazing bird section they have, oh and monkeys. Jumped on the zip line ride for $10 a person and it’s a two person ride. We went to the Free Sea Lion presentation which was pretty cool to see the relationship the sea lions have with the trainer here. We then jumped on the Sky Ride which was $6 per person and was about a 20 minute ride. Very MUCH WORTH IT!! We went over a bunch of different animals including Giraffes, Kangaroos, Camels, Ducks, Turtles, and Warthogs to name a few. We fed snacks to the Giraffes!! So much to do here and such a great way to spend a day with your loved ones.
Jose Ren — Google review
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16501 W Northern Ave, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340, USA
The Pioneer Arizona Living History Museum is a replica of an Old West pioneer town that takes visitors on a tour of the state's territorial days. Costumed craftspeople recreate life in the 1870s and 1880s, while also holding special events like a lively bluegrass festival throughout the year. Children and adults of all ages are welcome to stop by and enjoy an afternoon of family fun.
I enjoyed looking at the pioneer experience! Explaining to two toddlers what we were looking at! The 4 yr old thought the school is where they made witches as there was a witches hat there! I explained to him what a dunces hat was! And told him he would be wearing it everyday as he sasses adults all the time! He said he was NOT gonna go to that school!
Barbara Kennebeck — Google review
We enjoyed our time at the Pioneer Living History Museum. Entrance cost was $12 a person. There is a lot of walking involved, but mostly a paved path. It's outdoors, so you may want to visit in the cooler months or make a morning visit. They have actual structures from the late 1800's that they relocated as well as reproductions. I was able to get a lot of great photos.
Christina Henderson — Google review
Go go go. This was a highlight of our trip to Scottsdale. I was skeptical at first but quickly won over at the history, buildings, grounds, flowers, live animals, and most of all the people who devote their time to bring alive this historical experience. Women in costume discuss their tatting, the trails are beautifully kept, you can touch and feel the bullet holes in the structures, and the vistas are sublime. We really had fun watching a movie being shot while we visited. Most enjoyable.
Mags — Google review
I love this place my kids always have a good time when we come and very educational
Talicia Jackson — Google review
Very cool place to check out in the valley. Right off the I-17 so it's not a far drive if you live in the valley (Phoenix Metro). Highly recommend, bring the kids in have a good time exploring Arizona's roots.
AZ Adventures Mike Wilson — Google review
A great museum that has preserved many items from the past. Friendly knowledge staff. The telephone museum is awesome and brought back such fun memories. The young lady that showed us around was fabulous. Connie, thanks for your hospitality!
Dian Carpenter — Google review
A nice collection types of homes, businesses, cabins. Volunteers in costume where very informative. Very reasonably pricenfor a family. Today they had trick or treat for kids fro. 10 to 2 pm.
Lisha — Google review
Went on a Sunday and it was a ghost town. Pulling in to the parking lot there were two cars, I thought maybe it was closed.
The only staff I saw was a woman taking payment at the front entrance. Other than that there were two other families roaming around. I have seen reviews mentioning people in costume, I saw none of that.
The attraction insists of old buildings you can walk around and view. Most you can’t go inside, just look inside the doorway which is closed off by a gate, and look at staged pieces from the time period.
It’s a big park, and it will take a while to walk around it. There’s restrooms near the entrance, it beside that portable toilets are spread around. There was no food or drinks to be found when I went, however there were signs that there may be a hotdog cart/snacks at some time.
If you don’t explore, you’ll never find anything new. I’m glad I took the time to discover this place, but it’s not something I’d ever return to.
Jason Loehnert — Google review
Great place for a field trip, with or without kids. I happened to be chaperoning a kindergarten field trip and the kiddos were having a blast. The buildings are great! The favorite parts of my group's day: "the church," "the chickens," "the banker, was he alive?" and "the graves"
Ames T — Google review
My mom told me she chaperoned my 3rd grade field trip here, which was the early 90s. So, to chaperone my childs 4th grade class, it was a really cool experience. The telephone museum was by far my favorite, that alone would be worth another visit without children. Parking was super easy. The staff was super friendly and helpful even with several schools coming at them at once. There's a lot to see here. Lots of walking to get to the different exhibits and houses. It was very breezy and sunny. Recommend comfy shoes and sunscreen.
Jennifer Smith — Google review
We honestly had a wonderful experience. Visiting town from Los Angeles for the Christmas holiday. We went on Wednesday 12/21 and we were literally the only ones there. We arrived at 1:30 and left shortly after 3PM and aside from the employees there was not a single other person on site today which was awesome.
I really enjoyed being able to see vintage historical buildings, as well as the re-creations of other buildings. Some were as old as 1875. It was especially nice just to be able to walk outside and go at your own pace. It’s hard to find anything like this back home, so it was a really unique experience for us. I do wish they would’ve had some more historical information about each building but that would be something easy to fix. Overall a really pleasant experience and I would definitely recommend to any visitor or anyone who is from Arizona as well.
Zan Lee — Google review
This was a fascinating museum! There are over a dozen buildings to view. Some buildings you can go inside and others you look through windows and read plaques concerning the history of the building. Quite a few of the buildings are originals! Others are reconstructed, but still very cool to look at and read about! There is a sidewalk for those with young children needing strollers. Allow at least an hour to enjoy! $12/adult. $10/children ages 5-16. There is a volunteer who is available to teach about telephone technology in the Telephone Museum portion of the Pioneer Living Museum! There is an RV park out there so be sure of which road you take to park at the museum so you don't have to do a turn around in the RV park.
Brandi S. — Google review
Yes yes and more yes! What a lovely treasure from the friendliness of the staff greeting you, the wonderful telephone expert Steve and everything in between. The grounds are just spectacular and all the little stops along the paths are charming. My one suggestion would be to label some of the trees and plants, I found them to be part of the experience and would love to know a little about them as well.
Melania Atzori — Google review
Came here over 20 plus years ago on a son's school field trip. Finally got to come back. Loved looking at all the old building. There's a gun range on the other side of the hill so you can hear bullet shooting which kind of put you back in the old days (lol) but when they weren't shooting it was so peaceful there.
Pauli Beel — Google review
This was a great spot to walk around amd enjoy the property. Went when a film crew was making a movie so there was no one "living" at the museum. Will definitely try again still enjoyed the property.
Melissa Matheson — Google review
Wild West Historical Buffs listen up, here’s a must experience place! Pioneer Living History Institution as encompassing Territorial Arizona from 1863 to 1912, believe it. This enormous open-air museum boasts over 30 historic structures and stuff with antiques, memorabilia, artifacts, live animals and exhibits that will astound any aficionado or historical curiosity seeker. Their reconstructed, original and reproductions, from AZ first Senator’s home to Blacksmith Shops, to a Church, to some Victorian homes, a late eighteen hundreds dress shop, it’s an amazing adventure. This Museum does not get enough recognition! And I believe they don’t charge enough admission. From the moment you walk into the Entrance/Incredible Antique Bar/Snack Bar/Ticket Counter/incredible Telephone Museum, you will be walking at least a mile and one half throughout your stay, they created a very walkable concrete walk but ensure to carry water and best done in the morning or late afternoon, but well worth the walk (exercise)! Expect a couple of hours here. You will marvel at many things here and realize our predecessors opening the west for us, really, really, really had a hard life.
Rick Gonzalez — Google review
I loved all the old timey stuff. The show was pretty cool! I actually learned a lot.
Delia Padilla — Google review
Enjoyed looking at the original structures. Staff were friendly. Saw some wildlife to include a rattlesnake.
Baseball park for 2 Cactus League spring training teams & an event destination the rest of the year.
Beautiful field and great complex. Baseball fans shoud come the arizona to experience spring training.
Daniel Fitch — Google review
Fabulous ! A little pricey for spring training. But absolutely beautiful. Everyone was very nice make sure you get in the shade.
Carrie Norris — Google review
Went for dog night. My pup enjoyed his time there, staff was friendly we got a lot of compliments on his behavior. The concession lines were long and it’s a bummer that they don’t sell chicken and hot dogs in the same line. Wish they had more dog nights.
Amber Guzman — Google review
Was there for the artisan holiday craft festival. Loads of vendors. Food trucks and space for the show. Loved the venue and seeing all the crafts
Guy Caldwell — Google review
More abundant shaded seating than some of the other spring training parks. Ample parking. Ticket window is behind centerfield so longer walk around to concessions, bathrooms when you enter.
kenneth judd — Google review
Great experience and a well kept stadium! The field is very nice. There was lots of staff and cops directing traffic for parking and leaving which helps with the crowd control. The line moved quickly getting into the stadium. We sat behind home plate which was really nice. The food prices are a little outrageous for a spring training game. $11 for a corn dog? You need to bring a clear purse or bag if it’s larger than a clutch.
Karen Nielsen — Google review
Large concourse nice good stands. Prices are a little high for certain things. The teams stores lack big time. Not near as big as they should be. Great views on your seats. If you want to see your favorite players I suggest spending the extra money and getting a little closer to home plate. The out grass areas are wonderful and plenty of room if you have little ones to run around.
Joshua Knoll — Google review
First, parking was easy getting into and out of; traffic flow was very smooth. Getting through Security was quick. The stadium us well marked and easy to find seats. Their were plenty of choicese at the concessions, for both food & drinks. Prices are were stopped me from giving a "Loved it" rating. I will return.
Mike F — Google review
This stadium is the best part of living in Surprise. Wish they had more than 1 stand selling coffee during games though. Also, wish I could bring in my backpack. People who live in the area might prefer to walk to a game and bring a bag. Clear bags allowed.
Martin — Google review
Surprise Stadium is one of the best in the area! I would give it a 5 star if there was a better variety of concessions and drink vendors. Staff is knowledgeable and friendly, facility is clean and in great condition. Michelob Ultra Legends Deck is a great deal but they don't stock Michelob Ultra, so you have to run down to main level if you actually want one.
Wendie Buttars — Google review
Be sure to ask for Autographs
Been promising my son that we’d come out for Spring Training for nearly ten years. We finally made it and have been pleasantly surprised. If you arrive a little early, there’s no traffic and free parking just across the street. Security with their metal detectors and bag checks (clear-bag rule in effect) were quick and efficient, and the electronic ticket-takers were all working smoothly, so entering the stadium took only moments. There is plenty of staff, who all seemed friendly and frequently asked how they could help.
Surprise Stadium is small and intimate (like a minor league park), but is in tip-top shape, with everything bright, clean and in working-order. It has an excellent design to maximize the whole ball-park experience. The seats are all close to the action so don’t worry if you can’t get a seat in the front rows. It is small enough to get in close to the players for a chance at a photo or autograph. My son and I were able to persuade several “big-name” starters to sign our caps / gloves. We were lucky enough to get tickets close to the dugout and felt right in the middle of the action. We were right up close to all the starters and quite a few AAA hopefuls.
Great ball park food - brats, dogs, fries, beer (cans and draught), fries, nachos, all at (typical) ball-park prices. Food and drink vendors are located in the shaded area just behind the seats. There are plenty of vendors so I was frequently first in line, and never waited more than 2-3 people. The cashless payment system was quick and easy. The bathrooms are conveniently placed with plenty of stalls / sinks for easy in and out.
The new MLB rules sped up the pace of play, so the action never lagged. The final out was only 2-1/2 hours after first pitch. A great experience overall. It is in the bright Arizona sun, so bring sunscreen and a hat.
Like a minor league game with major league players. We will be back!
Clint Hayes — Google review
Always a pleasant venue to watch spring training baseball. The staff is friendly and helpful and parking is free. Easy to get in and out of the stadium too. Watched the Angels-Royals game and thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
CB Benn — Google review
Came to watch the Rangers and the Cubs in Surprise for the 1st time. Great time and for any good spring training game get here an hour or more before 1st pitch to avoid traffic. It was a blast a recommend for any baseball fan to come check out a spring training game.
GooseTavo LDB — Google review
We had the best time! Rangers won the 1st day Royals won the 2nd day. Got autographs and saw lots of the team up close and personal.
Becky Cary — Google review
We enjoy coming here for both spring training games and local events. Today we attended the Eggstravaganza family fun day and kids vendor fair. Both events were really nicely done! This facility is very well maintained, has nearby parking lots, and extremely friendly staff!
Ben Mills — Google review
Mom wanted to go to a ball game but has limited mobility for trudging stairs. Got great seats here one row down from the concourse. This was great for her, plus they have many very helpful volunteers that would have helped her with a wheelchair if her legs tired. She was happy, game was great and didn't break the bank doing it. Stadium is very nice and close to the action.
M C — Google review
Great little stadium - always a fun place to see a Spring Training game!
The Outlets at Anthem offer visitors the opportunity to shop for global fashion brands, enjoy a food court, play area and splash pad, as well as a baby area. The mall is easy to access and offers ample parking.
Where do I start this place is AMAZING! On Friday I was shopping with my family and went on the Easter egg hunt at ANTHEM OUTLETS with my kids, it was so much fun ! They have a variety of stores and things that you can do, including some really fun activities like a bingo. I found out about all the discounts and activities From the Sweetset lady at customer service Peg . She was very helpful, very nice and went above and beyond to help me. I will definitely be back. I love the shops and the employees at this mall are super nice.
Patricia Turley — Google review
Branded shopping outlets with spacious parking spaces.. it’s near to I17 freeway from Phoenix to flagstaff. Recommend it ..
Sanju Kuriakose — Google review
Definitely a good clean place. Me and my wife recently went and visited this outlet mall. I was very impressed by it. The only downside is that not a lot of shops are open. The ones that are there really don't have the discounts as before. Maybe due to the shortage of products. The food court was nice and a good variety of food. The bathrooms are clean and kept up. Entrances to the food court was very impressive. Loved the huge Christmas tree that was still up. Overall I would visit again but definitely wait until they have more sales.
Robert Herrera — Google review
A 5 star upscale mall all the way. A huge selection of top name stores are here. Polo, Michael Kors, Nike, Under Armor, Levi’s, Vans. You name it, they’re all here. Great selections and all sizes in every store. Always super friendly staff too. No worries about parking either, as they have a lot that’s as big as a football stadium.
William Davidson — Google review
It seems like a great center to get together with friends and family but many stores have left. I hope it can survive and possibly get more business’ in the future. I can see how in hot months, it would not be popular to come here though. Lots of parking and felt safe walking around.
Sergio Butoin — Google review
I found some really great deals on the popular name brand items in every single store, but you do have to hunt around the stores to find them. Many items are still near retail price. It is very definitely worth taking the trip if you have some time to shop.
Christine Campbell — Google review
I feel three stars in generous honestly. This place is such a let down in many ways unfortunately in my opinion. It’s an outlet mall so you think you’d be able to walk shop to shop, great window shopping, multiple bathrooms nearby, but that’s not what you get. I arrived to shop at a specific location, but parked at what I’d of thought was a great spot to walk around and maybe get some added shopping done. While Nile was phenomenal most other shops nearby were empty and shut down. I saw no other restrooms besides the food court. Prices aren’t much different they anywhere else. Which sucks because you think you’d get some kind of decent deal. I do love the huge Christmas tree and other decorations, but if you’re looking for a great outdoor outlet I’d recommend Tanger over this any day.
Janelle — Google review
Very quiet, but nice outlet mall with a lot of stores and great Gelato. Appears to also go by the name of Outlets at Anthem.
Todd Lewis — Google review
I know this place is going down in customers and that it a lot of it’s stores have closed over the years, but honestly it’s a pretty convenient and nice place to go get whatever things you need, whether it’s shoes, clothes, food etc. It’s a pretty underrated place, but yeah that’s the Outlets for you.
Rig — Google review
A few stores are still opened. Nike store has good deals. Food court has great food options. Was very impressed by the restrooms and maternity room. This is a clean and well kept facility over all.
Zee Soriano — Google review
Wish they had more of a selection. Like the area and it’s clean. Just needs more stores. It was quite the drive and there is a lot of stores that are empty.
Kelli Calkins — Google review
Nice place to walk and shop love the Nike store and the food court. Restrooms Nice and clean and also have lotion and sunscreen.
This park seems to be very popular. There is always a long line at the tollbooth in front; note- if you do have an annual pass, sometimes they will let you get in the 2nd lane so you don't have to wait in line (similar to a Fast Pass at Disney).
I always enjoy coming up here. The mountains here are just stunning and breathtaking and the landscape here is very lush. The mountains are covered with desert foliage, and just driving through here can take your breath away. This is one of the most beautiful parks out of all the Maricopa Regional Parks (tied with Lake Pleasant Regional Park).
There are several places to park and all of them are marked with signs so you really can't get lost.
So many fun trails to explore as well and a lot of them are beginner friendly, and most of the trails are also interconnected too so you can make your own customized loop. Mule Trail is a great beginner trail. Also, Wild Life trail is a short but fun trail where you can get up close to the windmill and also see a tranquil pond. The busiest area is the Waterfall Trail which is a mostly concrete sidewalk- always full of people wanting to see the waterfall (which by the way, normally is just a small trickle if anything...)
If you do any of the other trails besides Waterfall, you can enjoy the solitude- not very many other hikers on the other trails.
A Z — Google review
Absolutely beautiful. The trails are well groomed but rocky. Wear good hiking shoes or boots and bring plenty of water. There are a lot of trails to choose from depending on your level. There are shorter more well groomed trails like the waterfall trail or longer 9+ Mile trails with lots of elevation changes. Lots of wildlife to see on the trails and beautiful views. The library at the entrance of the park is also very nice. There is a great souvenir shop in the library as well.
USAF01airman — Google review
The White Tanks have always been a family favorite to hike, have a picnic, and clear your head etc. The trails are varied and can go from easy to very rustic. It doesn't matter whether you go on a sunny day or cloudy day, it's always worth it to get out into nature. Always bring more water than you think you'll need, as it's better to be prepared. Dog friendly, you see many along the trails, with people of all ages. The restrooms are always clean, and the picnic areas ready to be enjoyed as well. Grab a map if you have been here from the entry where you pay, and explore our beautiful state. Wildlife abounds, so be mindful and respectful as you might encounter critters and snakes. No need to be afraid, just be cautious of your surroundings.
Stunning views, will not disappoint!
Denise Childs — Google review
Beautiful, and super quiet if you go at sunrise. This is the waterfall trail( only a waterfall when it rains)
Trail is 80% paved and wheelchair friendly. Lots of benches to rest, would consider this an easy trail.
Petroglyphs are plentiful and beautiful, but the disrespect shown to them in some places is sad.
Kimberlee Kelly — Google review
We made reservations to stay at the family campground Rv park. There a few of these Rv camping spots with different names throughout the park. We stayed in space 12 and it was a pull through. It had 30 or 50 amp and water hook up. They have a dump station as well but no hook ups for sewer at our spot. The spot was very nice and maintained. It had a concrete picnic table and a fire pit. The camp hosts made rounds in a pick up truck delivering fire wood if you wanted it. I believe they sell it at the camp host spot as well. We used a gas fire pit so no need for wood. We walked over to mule deer trail and the windmill and pond from our camp site and it was just over 3 miles round trip. The waterfall trail was a bit further. We drive to that and parked in the parking lot and hiked up to it. The hiking path has a concrete walk way halfway up the trail. There are sitting benches and tons of petroglyphs. We stayed two night and had great views at night of the city lights. Nice quiet state park to stay at. We would come back and stay again.
Brian McQuistion — Google review
Love this park. Lots of great hiking and great views. One of our favorites is the Waterfall trail that ends in an actual waterfall (assuming it has recently rained). It's a short hike and for most of it, wheelchair accessible. Great for kids and dogs too.
Jill Shepherd — Google review
I love that they have so many different trails, there's one for all activity levels. The beauty of the mountains and desert is remarkable, and you get to see art made by indigenous groups made thousands of years ago! A must see area.
Rachel Benning — Google review
Very nice place for a hike. They have trails that are easy to hard for something that suits every level. Just remember to bring more water than you think. Arizona is dry and the heat can take its toll fast.
David Winkler — Google review
White Tanks is my favorite place to go! And the staff are really friendly! 😊 my mom and I love going on the black rock long loop trail and after the hike we go for a drive to see if we see any wildlife😊 so far we’ve seen deer, coyotes, bunnies, lizards, tortoise and javelinas and rattlesnakes
misha Bouquet — Google review
Well worth the admission cost, the park offers beautiful views and a peaceful environment to drive or hike through the mountains. Grounds and trails are well maintained.
Sarah Hartman — Google review
There are many trails to choose from, but the one we chose was the waterfall trail, crossing our fingers that there had been enough rain the couple days prior. The trail is pretty short being .8 mile each way and very easy hiking. There are many rocks with petroglyphs to see along the way and a side trail called "the long loop" you can take out into the valley. We reached the top and were disappointed as there was no waterfall, only a small pond area at the base where waterfall would normally be. It was still very beautiful and we had a great time, but I would definitely recommend to visit when the waterfall is flowing! I also recommend the side long loop trail as it is very neat with beautiful photo ops.
jessika kulick — Google review
We did the Waterfall trail. It’s a great trail. Paved part of the way. There wasn’t any water under the main falls, but we climbed up a ledge and found purple water! It was a fun surprise. I have no idea why it’s purple. We saw quite a few lizards and a really small snake. The petroglyphs are very cool as well.
Daddyboy S — Google review
Today’s hike brought to you by the White Tanks. This regional park is so underrated and that bums me out. So many trails and beautiful views. On any given day you may see wildlife, petroglyphs or even join a luminary hike during the holidays. If it’s rained a good amount you may even hike a trail to a waterfall. There are playgrounds and picnic areas if hiking isn’t your thing and plenty of restrooms in areas all around the park. Entry fee is $7 a car, but there are walk/bike in options as well. Trails of course vary for easy to hard depending on skill level. I’m more your moderate to easy hiking level, but some of the harder trails I’ve done but shortened them drastically. There are biking trails if you love that. You are allowed to camp here as well. It’s a great place to enjoy nature and peace and quiet . I came around 9am and was pleased to practically have an entire area to myself. I only crossed a few people the entire way. Trails are easily marked, but you may ask for a map at entry if you worry you may get lost. If you’d like to see more they also have a beautiful library and nature center at the entrance of the park. So worth checking out as well. If you’re on the fence about visiting the park come check it out.
Janelle — Google review
Great way for you or the whole family to spend the day in the wilderness with awesome views. Best times to come here would be November through April. Lots of different trails with different levels and ratings. We brought our Border Collie and she loved exploring all the trails we took her on. The last trail we got rained on, but it was well worth it!!
D S — Google review
We did the mesquite canyon trail loop. 8 miles round trip. We went on a Saturday morning (60 degrees). Took us four hours but we are old and slow! Perfect weather in January. 100% sunshine, a small portion of the trail was shaded by rocks, and there was a puff of wind every once and a while. Lovely day. Up up up you go, then trail levels out( sort of). Super vies of Phoenix the higher you go. Then you get into the back country hills. Yes it's rocks and cactus 🌵 but it was a beautiful an interesting hike. Lots of friendly hikes on the trail, but not too many at all.
Best part: there were volunteers picking up trash in the picnic area/ parking lot when we got there, thank you!! People there are trash cans, USE THEM.
Not so great: hotdog (or maybe tamales??) vendor in the parking lot was gone when we got back☹️
Alice Feeney — Google review
All of the Camp Hosts have been amazing. It’s a nice quiet park. They hosts do a great job cleaning up camp sites, bathrooms, and collecting the trash. Love seeing them at the gates and their wonderful smiles. They make the experience of the regional parks unique. Wish there was an on site laundry, it’d make life so much easier for regular campers. Kudos for doing it right!
Fly Fisher — Google review
More plant diversity here at White Tank than other nature areas nearby like Verrado Hills. Some of the trails are long, so be careful because you could be doing a 6 hour Ford loop if you are a newbie (but length doesn't deter points). It's Arizona so of course the trails are rocky too.
Animalistic Tin — Google review
One of the most beautiful places on earth. The fees are well worth it. Tons of trails to enjoy nearby too. Hope to see you there! Oh, there are people selling good hot dogs too! Go for a great walk and buy some hot dogs before you leave. Great place!
Neil Mandelin — Google review
Great place for outdoor activities. We did the Waterfall Trail and it's a great family trail! About half of it is paved and the rest is an easily marked trail. There are lots of spots along the trail to pull off and a lot of areas to stop and rest along the way with benches. I have knee issues, so having the spots to rest for just a min was very helpful for me. Several petroglyphs can be spotted as well as some local wildlife if you're lucky. You do only see an actual waterfall after a heavy rain, but even without it flowing the area is still quite a site to behold. My family and I went on a Saturday at around 1pm in January and, while there were a lot of people there, the trail didn't feel crowded in my opinion. There's a restroom as well as a ramada and tables for having some lunch before or after your walk. Just across the road from the trailhead is a nice park for kids as well. We noticed it as we were leaving, so we will have to check it out and review that next time.
Tabitha Campbell — Google review
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20304 West White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, AZ 85355, USA
Very clean Boho style hot springs. The public area is Nude only. There are other private tubs that you can rent as well. We camped outside and had electric hookups. We, also, had full access to the tubs 24 hours a day. People there are very kind. Great place to have a soak.
sajabelly — Google review
This place is unique and different in the hot springs arena. If your in the tonopah area stop in and take a soak. they have private pools and common area pools. Stay for an hour, spend the day or stay the night. Totally out of the way and have really nice people running the place. I highly recommend coming here. Look at the pictures and see for yourself.
Roadtripdave — Google review
We were looking for a down to earth, natural environment hot springs and that's what we got 100%. Awesome price for a private area. We felt better, relaxed, and connected. No fancy frills unless you consider the beautiful peacocks frills - just you and the hot springs! Just wonderful.
Rose Saldana — Google review
Where do I start, this place is amazing ...from the min I walked into this dessert Oasis I felt just a very calming and high energy relaxed vibe. We had an amazing time, enjoyed all the amenities, had great conversation with many great souls and highly recommend. 10 stars to the owners and all the staff for making our date night epic 💯👊😎
Baine Neveu — Google review
Amazing hot springs located right outside Phoenix! Matt was awesome and the first time I called to make reservations he called right back to assure I would have a camp spot! Camping super sweet and give the opportunity to soak over night as well as the morning hours before it opens to the public for day use! Star gazing is great and hummingbirds and doves visit the flowers and trees around the springs! Rustic and lots of love! The tubs are cleaned EVERY morning!! Water is great healing quality with lots of good minerals to soak in. Was so good I had to go back!!! Matt and the crew are really great and make you feel at home! I highly recommend and will be back for sure!!!
Jesse Petery — Google review
I arrived on a Tuesday afternoon with no reservation. I paid $15 to use the nude-only communal pool. No one was in them when I arrived and in the hour four others came by. There were two bathtubs, a concrete pool and a large plastic stock tub to choose from so we could all soak with space. No one spoke and it was very relaxing. Also two bathtubs that were 'cold' basically air temp. Solo-female and I felt very safe. The place is noticably clean. Bathroom and outdoor kitchen were both spotless. Property is a nudist oasis so has a hippy vibe for sure but it was beautifully maintained within this aesthetic. I soaked and watched humming birds and doves.
Location is opposite a busy truck stop and sadly next to a factory chicken farm. There is a smell of chickens and LOTS of flies. I thought it was from the animals on the property before I did research. It sucks a chicken farm can open next to a hot spring. There are peacocks, a pig, cats etc on the property, all were friendly and seemed well cared for. I saw no animal 'mess' on the property, everything was very clean.
Water is not hot but I found it warm enough in the sunshine to soak for the hour.
The man and the lady with the parrot who work there I interacted with were nice.
The pictures I have shared are all of the communal areas. Note some of the pictures you see on Google reviews are of the private soaking areas (there are four) and you will only get to access what you pay for. I was offered a private area for $20/hr. Two were empty and I was invited to look and they were very cool and felt warm.
Jennie Daniels — Google review
This place is so cute. Imagine a hippy hot springs with semi private tubs. With a cacophony of aviary wildlife, and a pig. The cabin we stayed in was clean and comfortable.
Bring your own pillow and some battery power candles if you are staying in the motel California. It is also really close to a large egg farm so bring some incense if the wind is blowing the wrong way.
Anyway it’s fun little getaway.
Kait Creation — Google review
Very beautiful spot to enjoy the natural hot springs. The owner has it set up very nice. Water is very clean and enjoyable. Wish the water had been a little warmer. I was expecting it to be warmer but after enjoying the hotsprings for about an hour plus, it gets to a point where you can sit out for a second to cool down. We enjoyed a private area. There didn’t seem to be too many other people at the time so could of very likely enjoyed the public area to ourselves. Something I might consider next time!
Jenny Chang — Google review
My spouse and I had a great time visiting this peaceful hot spring. We purchased a private spring and it was actually private. The view of wildlife while soaking was mesmerizing and even got some visits from the livestock on the property. The owner was very nice and welcoming. I will definitely be returning.
Diamon Johnson — Google review
Enjoyed a very quiet soak and layed back camping. I had a huge spot for my rv and electricity. Communal soaking au natural or private pools to rent! I’m a single older lady and felt very comfortable here.
Robin Ebert — Google review
When you arrive it might seem a little sketchy (especially with zero cars in the parking lot), but there was good signage to point us to the office/check in. We were greeted by two very nice guys, and my girl asked "where's the hottest water?" and they pointed directly to the right of the office which was the duck pond private area which I have pictured. It was absolutely gorgeous and we got lucky that the next reservation was a little over an hour from when we arrived so we took it right then. Quite beautiful, quite relaxing. And they do take cash or card.
Andy Bungert — Google review
Mind you, the people that run it are really nice. They had clean places to change and to shower. But these are not hot springs. They are warm.....tepid. Hot springs are from 95° - 104° to qualify as such. These were maybe pushing 90°....the warmer ones anyway. The one I was in was no more than 85°. So, it amounts to a mineral water soak. I can get that and hotter water in my bathtub.
sumafichick — Google review
Wonderful facility. I snowbird to PHX and this is a regular getaway. The day use area is the best($15). Plenty of space/tubs/pools. Usually don’t run into more than 5-6 people during the day. Recently stayed in a cabin on-site. It was worth it for the tub - water felt a bit warmer. Feels a touch spendy ($150/night). No qualms about the accommodations, they were great. The cabin (Motel California) is long overdue for a new (full bed size) mattress. Bring a topper. 😬
Regardless, would do again.
Justin Beams — Google review
To be nice it needs a lot of love and has potential to be a great place.
Upon leaving the staff doesn't seem to energetic to help and answer questions and very vague.
Marty Pedi — Google review
This is one of my favorite places to heal. I have high anxiety and depression ; however when I soak here , receive the gift of relief and calmness. I can get back to my life until the depression gets to much to carry and I come back . I've been coming here since 2019. I love this hot spring it's close enough to Phx and on the way to California. The hiking in this area is also beautiful. Definitely something to add to your bucket list or even monthly stress relief practice.
Samantha Bailey — Google review
Stumbled across this oasis on a long trip.
Normally you need to make a reservation, however we pulled up and got lucky. They immediately set us up with an awesome spot. Check this place out if your road fatigued.
Zachary Anderberg — Google review
Had so much fun very relaxing and natural feel to the hot springs the gentleman who worked the office was very nice will definitely come back
Brittany Leonard — Google review
An hour in the El Dorado Hot Springs was just what I needed after 44 Chiropractic adjustments!
It was very relaxing and alleviated much of the stiffness and pain.
Jim Moto Hobo Hebert — Google review
My mom is the one who set up most of this excursion. The websites I saw were set up strange so I think it might be best to call. From my understanding, it was around $20 a person to sit in a sort of rock hot tub hot spring. Not exactly sure of prices but I believe it’s hourly. Surrounded by a fence to separate from the other tubs. Website mentioned clothing optional, but it was a family trip for us so we kept our swimsuits on. There was a bathtub next to the hot spring with cool water in it, but it had a lot of leaves in it. Pretty views of desert out the back. We went on a hot day in the middle of the summer so I couldn’t tolerate the heat really well. As a jeep girl, I loved the jeep they had with the hot springs name on it! Free range chickens.
Jordynn Bryan — Google review
Super cute hidden gem. It's super clean. The lady that gave us a tour was super nice and showed us all the areas for soaking. They have sections you rent out that have tubs with hot springs water. Super fun!You can camp here aswell.
Hualapai Mountain Park Campground is a rustic camping park located in northwestern Arizona. The park offers rugged hiking trails that overlook the desert and provides cabins for accommodation. Visitors are warned not to feed the wildlife as it can be dangerous and is considered a crime. The park boasts abundant trails, an 18-hole disc golf course, and opportunities for wildlife viewing such as deer, elk, eagles, and woodpeckers.
Love the peacefulness and wildlife viewing. We saw deer, elk, eagles, and woodpeckers. Trails are abundant as well as paths for an 18-hole disc golf course. Our dogs were welcome at the RV Park and the spacing was good. Plenty of shade and full hookups.
Tina Kirchner — Google review
This place is amazing! The various trails are at a multitude of difficulty levels. Even my smallest kids loved to climb and hike through. The cabins are cozy and accommodating. The playgrounds are very nice. The picnic areas are plentiful. The disk golf is challenging but fantastic. The whole place is great sun, rain, or snow. The staff are amazing and super friendly.
This place made my kids love the outdoors. We will be back many times.
Eric Osborn — Google review
One of the best campsites I have been to so far . Such a surprise. Travel up 4,000ft. to cool weather and beautiful pines. Parked our travato on a tent site with no problem. I'll be back many time traveling through Arizona to California.
James A. Gidiyup — Google review
What a gem!! Absolutely one of my favorite campgrounds to date. Easy drive up the mountain, nice and helpful Park Rangers with tons of trails in nature to explore. We stayed at the Pioneer RV campground and we can't wait to go back. The weather is about 10-15° cooler up here and waking up to beautiful views and serene sounds of the birds was amazing! All the RV spots are full hook-ups. Some of the spots are a little tricky to pull into because of the angles and tight driveways but with a little bit of patience you can make it in. We stayed in Spot #9 and although your door would be next to the driveway, it was still quiet with only one other RV on the other side of us. Spot #8 would be a similar situation. Spot #2 has only 1 other RV to the other side with all the trees on the opposite. They have Rec. Areas that you can rent out for private parties along with cabins. Cabins #20-24 do not have its own restrooms but have central bathrooms and showers. There are tent sites that are first come first served scattered throughout the park. The ones down in Pine Basin would require an AWD or 4x4 to get to but they are so worth it. Location is perfect, 1 mile up the road there is the lodge resort with a little diner but if you drive 20 minutes down the mountain you will be in Kingman where there are lots of choices for dining along with Walmart and Smith's. RV campgrounds are only open seasonally 5/1-10/31.
Sherri Le Remis — Google review
... Amazing spot to watch the sunrise or the moon set, little slice of heaven set high up in the Hualapai mountain, pretty sure that's wear they got the name for the park 🤣😂🤣...
... must say I looked all over for the bears, they must have been hiding pretty well, maybe you will have better luck, either way keep a sharp eye on your picnic basket...
... Bonus points if you can identify what's in the second picture and no it's not a Tardis...
Scott Pearce — Google review
Do not feed the wildlife! The deer and elk are not domesticated. They are prone to attack young children and pets, and adults are not immune to being trampled either. Feeding wildlife can be considered a crime, and poses very real dangers to you and the animal.
Crystal Dragon — Google review
One of my favorite escapes from Vegas! It's rarely crowded, a gorgeous place to hike, and you don't feel like you're near Kingman. The staff os always friendly, the trails are well maintained, and the camping spot look solid!
Ryan Ibarra — Google review
October 2023. We took our 26 ft travel trailer here. And had a reservation in the Pioneer Park section. This is within the trees. At the top of this park. Staff were wonderful. Clean common areas. The entire park is from the 1930s. And has had little to no updating. Narrow one lane roads. Poor signage. No shower buildings. Only Porta potties. Is very picturesque. But lacks many amenities. This was our first time. But we will not go back in a travel trailer. I think tent campers or van campers enjoy this park more. They do have large Recreation areas to reserve for get togethers. Elk Ridge RV section. Is primarily a gravel parking lot. Is full hookups. But no bathroom or shower building. Elk Ridge could accommodate all sizes of rvs. Pioneer Park limits 30 ft and under. But is dirt and hilly. And half the spots a four-wheel drive vehicle would be needed. We witnessed two setups struggling to exit uphill on dirt. We have a two-wheel drive and had to back up under and spun out several times. These spots are very narrow as well. At most, you'll have no porch area. We had to sit in front of our rig.
Char Xxxxx — Google review
The cabin was very rustic and that's exactly what we wanted. The wildlife was everywhere. Deer, elk, squirrel and all the song birds. It was a great experience and we will be back.
Jake Wilson — Google review
Ranger station closes at 5pm every day.
The campground is a combination of cabins and campsites. Cabins are by reservation and campsites are first come first serve. I camped by one of the few public restrooms and near the access of potable water from a water well that is monitored weekly. Bathrooms are okay however what I do appreciate is the maintenance that arrives every mid week to clean. The stay limit is 14 days.
Day use is $10/day
Overnight stay is $20/night
Ask about discounts for day-use for veterans and first responders.
Since this is a county park you can't get any other discounts unless you are a resident of the county. Bummer, I asked😞
There are several hiking trails of all difficulty levels. The views were incredible. I REALLY enjoyed my stay!!
The picnic area on each campsite comes with a picnic table making it convenient for cooking etc. Stargazing is breathtaking at night and it is reasonably quiet however wish rangers did more rounds to supervise for permits on cars around sites since some people take advantage of the campground at night when there is no supervision to sneak in and not pay for the overnight stay. Kinda disappointing for those that do pay each night .... Lastly, won't bring specifics but just a friendly reminder we should all pick up after ourselves and respect mother nature. It effects all of us enjoying campgrounds like these.
Sunny — Google review
LOVED this spot. Camped in our van, it was such an epic view! Would absolutely come back. Little ports-loo was very clean and ample TP
Tamara Smart — Google review
The nicest campground I have ever been to. Rangers were very friendly and extremely helpful. Beautiful scenery, awesome tent sites, RV sites, and small cabins. I have camped all over the states and this campground is my new favorite. Definitely coming back to the Hualapais.
Fuck Armageddon This is Hell!! — Google review
We had a great camping trip with our grandson this was his first time camping definitely will be back.
This is a non profit zoo that rescues animals that can't be released back to the wild. They really need all the support they can get so if you are in the Kingman area (it's about 30 min out from Kingman) you may want to visit to help them take care of the animals. All the animals are fed human quality food that they pay retail for. All the employees seem to really care about the animals. We were told that they took in some of the Tiger King's big cats. You can see bears, a Lemar, tigers, lions, a camel, llamas, monkeys and more. You can check out their website for more info. I really enjoyed my visit.
Pebbles Jacobs — Google review
Top place to stop if you’re doing AZ Route 66 (be sure to get the Route 66 passport from kingman!)
We did the 3:30 tour and we really enjoyed. They feed the big cats on our tour. The guide was very knowledgeable. Each animal is incredible. My daughter especially loved the spider monkeys.
We used the Get Out Pass. Great value and they’ll let you upgrade to the tour.
HOWEVER there is no cell service there. You need to take a screenshot of your pass ahead of time. I had to drive back down the road until I got service to redeem my pass. The cashier wasn’t familiar with the pass but hopefully they’ll work all that out.
Also, I tried calling and messaging before our visit but I couldn’t get in touch with anyone.
Very cool place and a must if you’re driving along the Mother Road!
Jordan Elbaz — Google review
This Keepers of The Wild Nature Park in Valentine Arizona is a Wonderful Experience for all ages. The Animals are so well taken care of. They also have animals you probably won't see anywhere else 🙂. The park offers a TramType Ride Experience as well. I would Definitely Recommend this. You'll learn even more about the animals in the park. Including ages,what they eat & how The Keepers of The Wild Nature Park took possession of the animals they have.
Julie K. (Dark Angel NV) — Google review
What a great day! So glad we stopped. Our tour guide, Savannah was outstanding! She knew lots of info about each one of the animals and was able to answer tons of questions. I would absolutely recommend the tour! Walking after the tour was great to take as long as we wanted to look at the animals. The animals here all have a story. Thank goodness they made their way to Keepers of the Wild! Without them they would not have survived. They are fed well and their habitats are cleaned every day. The only thing which could have made this better was to see the hibernating bears or attending the 330 tour to watch the feedings.
T T — Google review
The family enjoyed a day trip to keepers of the wild. This is a refuge for animals. All profits go to the animals and saving their lives. They have a tram tour, walk the park, and gift shop. You can see 🦁 and 🐅 and 🐻 oh my. As well as 🐺 and 🦊 and 🐒 and 🐫. It is enjoyable for the whole family and a good cause.
fidele morte — Google review
The keeper was friendly and informative. The park was clean and well kept. The animals seems well taken care of and were active. There was even a roaring match between the lions! Lots to see!! The white tiger, I was told by the keeper, was one of those rescued from the Tiger King.
Robin Cotterman — Google review
I love that this place exists because some humans really suck! The animals here come from both private and some very public (previous) owners who should never have pets. even if these animals won't ever make it back to their rightful habitat, these people take care of them and give them a better life.
They have mostly big cats, but they have taken in other animals as well. Did the bus tour and had a very friendly, informative guide. You can walk through but the guided tour offers a unique perspective. The place is run solely on donations and the revenue generated at the park, so save some money for the gift shop when you go.
Sable A. — Google review
Absolutely loved this place! We have a habit of trying to search out sanctuaries, wildlife areas, nature parks, etc. Obviously you can’t pet these big guys. But it’s a wonderful educational park, they take in a lot of animals that otherwise would be put down (hand reared tigers, pet monkeys((there’s one with no teeth because the owner pulled them all out in the hopes it would stop biting 😢), other parks that shut down) and give them the best life possible. Bring your walking shoes! Lots of sand/pea gravel, also sunglasses and at the very least 1 hour of time.
Gabrielle Fultz — Google review
Very nice place not crowded. But to plan better in my opinion go to the guided tours. I went on the 1530 feeding tour and you still have time after to go see your favorite or the whole park. Bring cash because their electricity does go out. Also I love that you can bring your own food and they have chairs and tables. Drinks are available to purchase.
Rose L — Google review
Love love this place, We got on the 3:30 tour of the park , that's the last one of the day. Love how the workers where super friendly, And really appreciate April who took us on the tour, she knows her information. The animals are taking care of very well and where to cute! Nice little spot, would go again❤️
Dani Marie — Google review
Nice, friendly and caring people. Walked around and then but took the feeding tour at 3:30. Heard the rescue stories for the animals. Rescues from Tiger king show, wolves surviving a Fire, monkey with Anger issues. No service and had to use GPS so make sure phone is charged. Closed Tuesdays!
Caroline Wilde — Google review
This place is incredible, you can walk within feet of the biggest tigers you've ever seen. I've never been that close to big cats, it's a pretty amazing experience, it's pretty scary to be honest. The access to animals is unlike I've ever seen anywhere before, the Monkees are great, the coyotes are really interesting to watch. Being that close to huge tigers pacing you along the fence a few feet away, is worth the drive, mind blown.
Hackberry General Store
Route 66 Hackberry, Arizona
June 25, 2023
On this road trip, we stopped at one of our favorite places to visit. We always stop here to take photos and get some rest. Of course we always buy souvenirs when we visit. We have been visiting the general store for a while. In fact, I remember the corvette that used to be parked in front of the store. The day we visited Ruben H. Rodarte, the owner of Valentine Station , was working. It's always great to see and speak with him. He is just a great guy. He told us that the store has been very busy, especially from foreign tourists. Of course, I also wanted to see Charlie the cat. He was asleep on the couch, so I just left him alone. It eventually slowed down, and I was able to take some photos of the General Stores.
This is such a unique stop on Route 66 Arizona. It's great to browse through the store. They sell great souvenirs, and we just bought their new color changing coffee cups. The staff members are all great and fun to speak with.
Mullen Teodoro — Google review
One of our favorite stops along Route 66. Ruben is so cool and fun to talk with--he had plenty of great advice for us! The shop is a great mix of memorabilia and very interesting Route 66 souvenirs. The men's rest room alone is worth a stop. Please buy something when you stop to help Ruben keep this going!
Linda Suskie — Google review
Cute stop on Route 66! The shop was closed when we arrived but it was still nice to walk around and chat with other travelers driving on the historic route. The highlight of this stop was undoubtedly the friendly hackberry cat who posed for a few photos :)
Kaylee Lin — Google review
Quirky little stop on Route 66. Great place to take some photos, grab a drink or snack and admire some of the vintage artifacts inside and out.
The attendant was very friendly and conversational. Prices weren't too over the top for snacks and drinks.
Jason Bridgford — Google review
Neat little place on Route 66, had a portly cat hanging out there (Charlie? Harley?) that enjoyed scritches. Very nice lady working there (owner?), super friendly and fun to chat with. Cool memorabilia around, and interesting stuff to by related to Route 66. Talked myself into, out of, and back into a cool bottle opener for my garage. The old gas pumps never get old, love this place!
Wire Mesh Basket — Google review
Great roadside stop along the famous Route 66. Eva, the counter clerk, was friendly and had a great sense of humor. There is so much to look at, both inside and out. It's a true feast for the eyes. You can buy snacks, drinks and souvenirs or just spend time enjoying all the nostalgia and Americana.
Loves Traveling — Google review
It was a quaint historical spot and we like to check out sites on Rte 66. It was kind of way out there, had lots of sightseers but not a bad little trip.
Kathy Wells — Google review
A lovely place to visit along Route 66! It was busy and obviously one of the more popular stops along the way. Plenty of cold drinks and good quality souvenirs on site. Had a nice vibe about it!
Darren Edmonds — Google review
Iconic and historical place worth to visit. It takes some additional time to drive on the road leading to it, but the views are spectacular. I was surprised that it has so many historical relics, especially old cars and signs. You can also buy some drinks or souvenirs inside.
Hubert — Google review
Just a great Route 66 place!
Stop.
Browse.
Enjoy!
Hendrik van Rooyen — Google review
What a fun and eclectic place with the funniest hippy dude and cat running the show. Lots to see and a great gift shop.
Vanessa B — Google review
Nestled along the historic stretch of Route 66, just east of Kingman, Arizona, lies a treasure trove of nostalgia and Americana – the Hackberry General Store. This iconic landmark, fondly nicknamed the "Mother Lode of Mother Road Memorabilia," beckons travelers with its eclectic collection of vintage signs, quirky artifacts, and a palpable sense of Route 66 spirit.
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C Tech — Google review
Great little store filled with route 66 memorabilia. Cool 50's stuff. Bathrooms in the back.
Brown Brown — Google review
An iconic place on Route 66, absolutely to stop by and visit the inside. On the property there are plenty of old gas pumps, road and oil signs, classic cars and so much more. The place is stuffed with history. Definitively recommended to visit, so make sure you book some time in your road trip.
Federico Salvati — Google review
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I'll never travel to Las Vegas without this trip planner again
Desert Diamond Distillery, the oldest craft distillery in Arizona, was established by the Patt family in 2010. Originally planning to open a brewery or winery, they shifted their focus to spirits after attending a distillery conference. The distillery offers five premium liquors, including award-winning rums. Located near Kingman Airport off Highway 66, it's one of the few open-to-the-public distilleries in Arizona.
Phenomenal experience. The owner Deborah was enthusiastic, sweet and informative! Definitely recommend swinging by for at least a taste. Not to mention the excellent rum. Im a whiskey guy and this place is A+.
Brandon Dugas — Google review
Place was fantastic. Employees were super nice and the tasting was awesome.
So friendly with quality product and will they aren't afraid to talk to you about the making process. Would recommend stopping in if you like spirits.
Patrick Wade — Google review
Visit this place before you go to a winery. The spirits are delicious and the experience is educational! The 6 year old is so smooth!
Bill Harris — Google review
An amazing experience in a small batch distillery who does things with quality in mind. Staff are awesome, grilled cheese panani on the dining car from 1918 was fun and tasty. The spirits were impressive: Agave Rum, Moonshine, and their 7 year whiskey were impressive also. Give them a shot! They are also a Harvest Host, look that up if you have an RV!
Nathan Wilder — Google review
Unbelievable! This place truly exceeded our expectations. Don't be put off by the location at the airport. It is worth the drive out. We are staying on the property as Harvest Host members and enjoyed an amazing lunch in one of the historic train cars. The retail store and bar are upscale and filled with delightful gift items and products. Spent a little time chatting with the owner and found out they have been in this location since 2009 and are the oldest distillery still in business in AZ. A true must see when you are in the Kingman area!
Stacey Pennington — Google review
Our Friday afternoon stop was outstanding. As Harvesthost members, we were allowed to stay on distillery grounds for free and park our 36 foot RV and the Jeep in their parking lot. We took advantage of their hospitality and made a reservation to eat the delicious sandwiches in the old train car. Later in the afternoon we sampled their outstanding Rum flights while the owner John gave us a detailed description of his creations.
Overall a super nice experience, plenty of room to accommodate our rig, grounds and facility are clean, people are welcoming and the spirits are wonderful !
Thank you for your hospitality Desert Diamond Distillery.
Martina Sliger — Google review
We went too this distillery during a tour by Desert Wonder Tours. It is a very nice place to visit. The tasting was a very pleasant experience. We bought a bottle of Gold Miner Agave Rum. That was our favorite. We will return.
Duane Gren — Google review
Was a very wonderful experience. I'm not much of a rum drinker but... The tasting changed my mind 😁
lori Sharp — Google review
They are a Ma and Pa family owned distillery. They are very friendly and personable! I'm from out of town and they gave me and my husband a very friendly experience! I would recommend to anyone! They have lunch in a 1913 train car with signature drinks! As well as planned dinners with your own chef for the night! It's worth a shot if you are looking for something different to do! My husband and I had lunch sandwiches. We then did both tastings of whiskey and rum. Bonus is that you get to try their own personal vodka! For someone being away from home. They made me feel very welcomed to be there.
Yak Attack — Google review
Distillery tour was fun and informative and the staff is friendly as well. The still is a work of art. Great tasting rum and vodka. Easy to find and worth stopping for while traveling down Route 66.
The Arizona Route 66 Museum, located in the former Kingman Powerhouse museum and visitor center complex, offers a fascinating journey through the history of the iconic highway. Visitors can explore exhibits featuring vintage cars, dioramas, and a movie that narrates the story of Route 66 from its origins as an indigenous trade route to its heyday as a symbol of Main Street America in the 1950s.
Make sure to take cash when visiting the museum section. We were fortunate enough to have had a host let us be his guest. The museum is informative, interesting and shows some great history of the area, route 66 and the time.
Great little gift shops. If you collect stretch pennies they have the penny holder and a penny holder journal.
If your traveling for the route 66 experience get your stamp and passport ($10 approx) to add a fun little treasure to your trip.
adriane s?ra price — Google review
Very neat museum set in an old power plant. There is so much information about the settlers and the growth of route 66. The basement also had an electric car exhibit. It's definitely worth a stop.
Will P — Google review
Came here from Vegas to check this place out to get out of town. For the price to get in it is a pretty cool little place. I would recommend coming early to spend the day here so you could visit all the museums that are close by.
Joe Dambrosio — Google review
In the Morning of April 12, 2018, we found ourselves on the old Route 66 in Kingman Arizona. This historic community displayed a variety of art along the main strip which gave it more character and attraction. This was a great place to visit as we made our way north.
ChinookAdventuresRv — Google review
If you don’t stop here and visit, you have no idea what you’re missing!!! Family, fun, photos, adventure and historical views as well as memorabilia. Route 66 is considered the most historical iconic memories that you could ever have in the whole entire United States! Doll, who can relate will understand the full meaning of 🇺🇸… do not hesitate to ask the staff for a guy tour book or a map to enjoy all the sites and history behind the wonderful travels of the United States of America!!!
Dr. Pierre — Google review
This museum is part of a set of three that'll cost you a whopping $4! Yep, $4 for all three. :-)
You'll learn a lot of history about route 66 here that is not generally passed on in common folklore. So it's quite an interesting spot to visit.
John Pozadzides (John P.) — Google review
Neat museum with Willie Nelson's golf cart and the 480th Tesla produced. It is one of three museums in Kingman Arizona that you buy one $10 ticket and get all three museums. The staff at all three were well educated, friendly, and knowledgeable.
Scott Mueller — Google review
A good collection of historic exhibits and informative displays at historic Kingman. The historic electric car collection is impressive! Conveniently located near I-40.
Rashid Farook — Google review
We enjoyed this museum with our adult children. There are many photos and stories of people who assisted in the development of Route 66, as well as maps helping you see the journey. Bonus! Downstairs there is an Electric Car Museum with historical EVs, so fun!!
Jacqui J — Google review
Take a walk around Kingman and not just the center, there are many shops and stores and sites to see all over the town. Grab a bite or bring a bite and sit at the park and enjoy. Many photographic scenes to shoot and it has an interesting history.
Sonster B — Google review
This was a nice pit stop on the way from Flagstaff to Vegas. Very inexpensive museum. The entire Route 66 museum, electric car display, and history film should take an hour to two hours to go through if reading all of the information. Two gift shops also attached. Great photos and relics to share a piece of country’s past.
bricks1215 — Google review
Very fun little store great photo opportunities outside, there is a paid part of the museum but we didn't have enough time so we didn't walk through it there is plenty to do for free. Lots of good souvenirs, kids got candy, Mom and Dad were able to get soda and water. There's a picture photo booth in the back there is also restrooms.
Rea Rollins — Google review
An excellent museum about electric cars with exhibits ranging from the history to the present day. The various components of the electric vehicle from the past are nicely exhibited and are a great experience. The museum is hosted in the Visitor Center which is accessible ♿ and also has a reserved accessible parking.
Tushar Suradkar — Google review
Spent time looking around the museum. Best part was the history, photos and memorabilia of the dust bowl years. Could not imagine driving route 66, through the desert of AZ, in the open vehicles and trucks while heading to California.
Melissa Lopau — Google review
$10 for adult to enter, it’s worth the drive to here because interesting historical information about Route 66 and the cars.
Veronica — Google review
Great little museum packed with interesting history about famed Route 66. Housed inside a historic power station building from the early 1900s, it's on the second floor above the local visitor center. Admission is cheap at 10 bucks and that also gets you entry into two other local attractions – the Mohave Museum that features the regional history and environment, and the historic Bonelli House, also from the early 1900s.
The Route 66 Museum itself has plenty of information about the legendary road including stories of the early explorers and settlers that initially passed through the region. There are fascinating displays talking about and recreating the wagons and “Prairie Schooners” used in those days, then more exhibits about the early days of automobile travel on dirt roads before Route 66 actually came to be. Of course it then goes on to the heyday of Route 66 with some recreations of vintage storefronts and finally the decline of the “Mother Road” as the highway system takes hold. That decline is highlighted by a documentary that plays in the mini-theater downstairs on the way to the Electric Vehicle Museum.
The EV Museum is part of the standard admission fee and was an interesting bonus – it was actually the main reason I wanted to check out this place having recently bought an electric car myself. The museum consists of one large hall containing a variety of electric vehicles ranging from neighborhood electric vehicles (NEVs) - good only for short urban hops - to fully road-legal EVs like a Tesla Roadster and converted Porsche 911, to one-off race vehicles. It's not a comprehensive overview of EV history by any means but fascinating nonetheless and well worth the low price of admission. The local Tesla Supercharger station happens to be located beside the museum building and there's a free level 2 charger for non-Tesla EV drivers too on the opposite side, just in case you drove here in an electric vehicle yourself.
The visitor center has a great gift shop for Arizona souvenirs and beside it there's another gift shop specifically for the Historic Route 66 Association of Arizona with plenty of merchandise to choose from.
Outside in the parking lot is a great photo opportunity with a large Route 66 sign you can drive your car or motorcycle through.
All in all, a wonderful little stop for any road trip through Kingman, especially for anyone interested in the old Route 66.
Oliver S (23GT.net) — Google review
Awesome place. Highly recommended. Went during the week so it was quite empty which made it that much better
Maira Guerrero — Google review
A nice museum and gift shop. We spent a good amount of time there. First in the Route 66 section. Then downstairs in the electric car museum. Although most of the cars were built out of internal combustion engine vehicles. But it was still interesting to see. You of course, exit through a gift shop. It was a nice museum worth the time to stop and check out.
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Powerhouse Visitor Center, 120 W Andy Devine Ave, Kingman, AZ 86401, USA
Chloride is a onetime silver mining camp in Mohave County, Arizona, United States, and is considered the oldest continuously inhabited mining town in the state. The town is a census-designated place, with a population at the 2020 census of 229. Chloride has a ZIP Code of 86431. Wikipedia.
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Grand Canyon Western Ranch
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Old West-style resort with rustic cabins, a quaint eatery/bar, a rodeo arena & nightly campfires.
This place is a gem, driven mostly by the wonderful people running it. We did the overnight camp out with John. John was knowledgeable, entertaining, and can grill a good steak. The landscape is breathtaking and we enjoyed riding in and out of camp on horseback. Stay and eat breakfast. Kim and the ladies in the restaurant make a fine cowboy breakfast and Casey is the right kind of morning entertainment you didn’t know you needed. The best part of the experience was the genuine nature everyone we came across seemed to exude. They want you to enjoy your stay and they do a great job making sure that happens. Thank you for a fantastic memory!
Erin Schlund — Google review
Great interior and lovely cabins. Also friendly staff. The only issues we had were the cabin door which we could not open from outside and had to get in through window..toilet flush was not comfortable. Also the fire pit was very tiny with only few logs left to burn (much different from the website pics 😉)
It is in very good proximity of Grand Canyon.
S Sali — Google review
what a great place. Simply perfect to escape the hustle and bustle of Las Vegas. Warm people who give everything for a successful stay. A trip on horseback to the adjacent hill is highly recommended… but the evening campfire is also a must. Very happy again… 😌
Paul — Google review
This place is a GEM! I can't say enough good things about the staff here. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming and they have created a wonderful experience here start to finish. If you are looking to see the Grand Canyon or just have a unique experience this is the way to go. I highly suggest the sunset horseback riding and joining the nightly campfire (Arizona Casey is the best!!). It was great meeting the other guests here while also finding it easy to have some downtime alone when we wanted it. We will be back!
Sarah Shea — Google review
We were there for just one night, yesterday 1/24, We loved the place. Bed was comfortable, cabin was so cozy and warm. My husband didn’t like that there was no phone signal but this just gives you a chance to simply disconnect from the world and enjoy the music and s’mores by the fire with cowboy Dave. Food was amazing. I had the bbq ribs, hubby the steak and we loved it, juicy and lots of flavor. Will definitely bring my kids here next time we come to Arizona. Thank you to the servers and front desk
Lina Carrasdo — Google review
We did not stay here. It looks like a great rustic establishment with cabins and tents for those that want to experience the old west. I saw guests returning on horseback when we arrived. We were visiting the Grand Canyon west and saw this place as we were driving in - about 15 miles before you reach the canyon. We saw the restaurant sign and decided to stop in for a meal on the way back out. The staff were super friendly and welcoming fur dinner. I had the best BBQ ribs! It fell off the bone!
The meal even included desert! An older cowboy was playing the guitar and singing when we arrived which was fun. Looks like a nice family atmosphere offering different cowboy experiences-worth looking into in the future!
Leah Sperbeck — Google review
Very cool place! Authentic Wild West ranch! Granted things are a little pricey but it’s the only show around so it’s all good. They were very accommodating for us and our two little kids 1 and 2 years old. This place is especially great if you’re doing sky walk tour at Grand Canyon it’s only 25 min drive. It’s a long day so having a short drive after us a perk. Perfect place 1-2 night stay. Plus only 1hour 45 to Hoover Dam and 2 hours to Vegas!
Robert Dunham Jr. — Google review
What an amazing find! I highly recommend! Every single person there was so friendly. My husband and I did not want to leave. Making memories around the campfire with travelers from around the world. Listening to music being played by Cowboy Dave, hearing the history stories. We went for a sunset horse back ride and it was just breathtaking!
Dori Liotta — Google review
All I can say is Cowboy Dave made our 1x night stay one of the most memorable of our holiday. His wit, charm and knowledge (esp. of Australian songs) had us in fits and tears of laughter. Give the man a raise!
Gemma Trounce — Google review
If I could give this ranch 6/5 stars I would. My boyfriend and I stayed unexpectedly at this ranch after visiting Grand Canyon west and it was the best decision we made on the trip! The hospitality was none that I’ve seen before! Treated us like family, welcomed us into the community, and took care of us like we were their own. This ranch MADE the trip. Most memorable part of our vacation 🙌
Alondra Soriano — Google review
A huge and warm thanks to Casey and his team for an incredible stay. After a disappointing visit to the overly commercial and over priced Skywalk / West Rim, this really made our day. This is a warm, comfortable and traditional ranch, packed with fun, family friendly activities, great food and a bar. The campfire and music from Casey really made this even more special. You don't' find moments and memories like this easily and you can't stay much closer to the West Rim without an RV. I hugely recommend staying or stopping by. Thanks again!
Joshua Palfreman — Google review
If you are looking for an authentic weekend in the west look no further than Grand Canyon Western Ranch. I’ve never experienced a more kind, thoughtful staff- Cowboy Casey, Theresa, Reba, Tyler, Cat, were only a few wonderful people we got to meet. When you enter the ranch you are immersed in the no grid life, horseback riding, shooting range, and many more amenities. Wonderful food in a family style restaurant, best prime rib I’ve ever had. Sitting around the campfire with other guests and roasting marshmallows while listening to Casey sing and play is something I’ll never forget. Quick 15 min ride to the Grand Canyon. Thank you for this amazing experience and will be back again! -Mike and Carolyn
Carolyn Lilly — Google review
What an amazing place and people that run it. From the nightly fires that Dana builds with skill, to Cowboy Dave playing the guitar, to the stars and beautiful views, you really can’t get much better! The cabins have of a lot of charm and they are kept very clean!
We had an amazing time and would definitely go back there again!
Kevin Fitzpatrick — Google review
We took a solo trip for our anniversary and a birthday Jan 2023, we didn't know what to expect but we came into a huge surprise. This place is awesome and we highly recommend it. We want to come back again with our family. The well kept, comfy and cozy cabins take you back in time to the western days. Cowboy Casey at the nights campfire was so entertaining, he strummed his guitar and sang for hours as guest joined in singing along. Make your own s'mores around the big campfire was great. Cowboy Casey came up with a song "on the spot" for our Anniversary and my husband's Birthday, these recordings I will forever cherish. The next morning at breakfast Mary and Casey surprised my husband with a slice of birthday cake and again Casey sang an "on the spot" Birthday jingle just for him. The western ranch treated us like family and we will be back one day with the rest of our family.
Amber Valenzuela — Google review
Nice experience welcoming staff, cute cabin nicely decorated and lovely views from the verandah set up with rocking chairs. Restaurant food is ok service a bit rushed we were still eating our mains when the deserts were out on table giving us the feeling we needed to hurry. The entertainer was wonderful made everyone feel welcome and sang a huge variety of songs.
Michele Legge — Google review
My family and I had an awesome experience at the ranch. We got to hike, ride our bikes, observe beautiful horses and enjoy a beautiful campfire under the stars with an enthusiastic singing cowboy. The cabin was adorable, definitely western feel. Highly recommend a stay!
Lore Jaime — Google review
The Cowboy experience with the camp out was 😍 amazing, my first time riding a horse and John was great, he is the real cowboy and he makes the whole experience! We loved every minute of it, definitely wrap up for the night and for forget a warm hat but highly recommended, thank you again John it was memorable!
Federica Cantarini — Google review
My time here was absolutely amazing I really enjoyed how remote it is. We came during December so for the campfire it really couldn't get anymore real. It doesn't get better than trading stories and experiences with others. I really enjoyed talking to the other guests near the campfire as well as Cowboy Dave. It was truly an honor meeting you.
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Trinoacp — Google review
Cute and fun experience. Very kind staff. Rooms were nice n warm (it was snowing outside! So magical!) we had such a blast. Recommend this for any family. Didn’t even mind not having WiFi
Kelly Kumar — Google review
We just left this special ranch today. The room was really clean and comfortable (there were 4 of us). The restaurant was delicious and every night cowboy Dave set up a fire where he would sing and tell stories while we ate smores. We went out on a ride with Jennifer and Jonathon which was a blast and went to the gun range with Cowboy Dave, also alot of fun. Every person who works there cares and goes out of your way to make your stay special. There is no reason to look anywhere else when you are visiting the Grand Canyon. My only suggestion is stay more then one night versus treat this as a quick stop along the way to the grand canyon.
ames forish — Google review
Neat and clean cabins, very cooperative and humble staff. Location is amazing !!! If you are nature lover you will love this. Campfire was great at night with Cowboy Dave 😃
Sanjay Shah — Google review
The Grand Canyon Western Ranch was an enjoyable trip for my family. It takes you away from the crazy hustle of fast city life and transforms your time into a country western. The staffing is minimal but they make up for it with their attention-to- detail and the southern hospitality. Cowboy Dave is an interesting fella. There is no need for your cell phone because there is no wifi. Open communication with warm bodies individual ...very refreshing to see. What do you without cell phones...you talk, have camp fires, and listen. Your welcome
Trevas Burton — Google review
What an amazing experience we had!
We were with some friends at the ranch and everyone felt so good being there. The staff was really nice.
The food was good, the cabins were super clean and confortable. During dinner we had a private show by cowboy Dave. In the evening we went outside with cowboy Dave to do a fire (marshmallow, chocolate and cookies included) and we all sang together for 2 hours at least. He is an amazing entertainer (and also very funny)
We HIGHLY recommand this place!
Toitures Et Isolation Alex Côté INC — Google review
If you're looking for a place to park your trusty storyteller overnight, look no further than Western Canyon Ranch! We stumbled upon this gem and, lo and behold, the lady at the restaurant said, "No problem!" Not only did they let us park for free, but they also served up a feast fit for cowboys and cowgirls alike. We wanted to be sure to support the generosity of the ranch by dining in their restaurant. The ribs were so tender they practically fell off the bone, and the steak was cooked to perfection. After filling our bellies, we cozied up by the campfire with drinks in hand, serenaded by the one and only Cowboy Casey and his magical guitar. He spun tales about the ranch and its colorful characters spanning over a century. Don't even think about passing up this spot on your way to the west canyon skywalk—this place is a slice of cowboy heaven with a side of hilarious history lessons!