Wild Bunch

Have Fun with the Fam

Families keen on making memories together will find the ultimate playgrounds in Arizona.

Besides the state's 34 state parks and 22 national parks and monuments, bucket list outdoor destinations such as the Grand Canyon and Kartchner Caverns inspire young explorers. But, outdoor adventure is just the beginning of family fun in Arizona. Urban areas with cultural attractions and top-notch museums keep everyone in the crew engaged. Historic outposts with small towns invite families to unplug and enjoy some quality chill time. And the best part? All four seasons are equally as satisfying in Arizona.

Kid-Friendly Activities

Itineraries

The Wild Bunch

Pack up the family for some fun in Arizona in the great outdoors. For fans of sleeping in tents, wandering in the wild, and traversing the...

Road Trips

Six Days Touring the Mother Road: Route 66

Travel America's famous Mother Road, historic Route 66, through classic towns still filled with Americana and more.

Family Activities

Late-Night Summer Fun Across Arizona

Don't let summer temps end the fun. As the sun sets, cities and attractions throughout Arizona come alive with special events and activities....

Family Activities

Walk in the Shadows of Arizona Dinosaurs

From dinosaur museums to roadside attractions, see some of Arizona's earliest inhabitants—the dinosaurs.

Family Activities

Budget-Friendly Family Vacations this Summer in Arizona

Pump up your summer vacation's cool factor with these affordable ideas to beat the summer heat.

Experiences

Arizona Parks & Monuments

From cactus to canyons, pine forests to sky islands, Arizona's parks and monuments feature a wide array of scenery, history, and activities for all ages.

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Guided Tours

Aerial view of the Biosphere Complex in Oracle

Heritage

Something for Everyone Guided Tours

Forget everything you know about tours. In Arizona, guided adventures not only offer a behind-the-scenes look at the state's treasures, but they also range from quirky to epic, cheap to extravagant, one-hour to multi-day.

The Phoenix, Arizona skyline at night with a harvest moon rising in the west

Adventure

Flashlights and Starlight Nightime Tours

Arizona may be known for its sunny days, but the landscape really comes alive at night. Explore the Grand Canyon State after dark with the following tours, hikes and events.

Spooktacular

Spooky Arizona Ghost Tours

Visit Arizona destinations with storied pasts where you learn a little history and meet the spirits that roam after dark.

A man holds a young boy as they peer down a mine shaft, while a tour guide shines a flashlight.

History

Queen Mine Tours - Spend Time with Copper Miners

On a trip to Bisbee, head underground for a tour of the historic Queen Mine, once the largest copper camp in the world.

A single pink Jeep is parked on the top of a rocky outlook. Sedona's red mountains and green foliage can be seen in the back

Scenic

Pink Adventure Tours - See Sedona from Off Road

A rugged journey through the high desert of Arizona brings red rock country into full view from open-air jeeps.

A daytime view of the Grand Canyon, looking out over the canyon. The leaves of a tree frame the top of the image.

Adventure

Grand Canyon Tours

See Arizona’s wonder of the world from different perspectives during ground, air, river and guided mule tours.

Itineraries & Road Trips

Looking out from an open tent at a dog resting, surrounded by yellow aspens and daylight.

Itineraries

4-Day Northern Arizona Itineraries for Families

From lava tubes and treetop adventure courses to a bustling downtown with trains that rumble through, Northern Arizona is a favorite for all ages.

Group of people viewing Karchner Caverns

Road Trips

All-Access AZ Road Trip

Embark on a weeklong itinerary that includes exploring awesome underground caverns and soaring over a natural wonder of the world.

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Itineraries

What to do in Arizona if you have 3, 5 and 7 Days

Whether you have the weekend or a full week to vacation in Arizona, we have the perfect itinerary for you. These multi-day Arizona road trips have just enough flexibility for you to make each trip your own.

Multi-Gen Fun

A large raft sits on a sandy bank of a calm Colorado River at the bottom of the Grand Canyon. (Credit: Tim Whitney)

Insider's Guide to Rafting the Grand Canyon

Running the storied whitewater rapids of the Grand Canyon is one of the top five bucket list adventures for almost every nature lover and photographer I've ever met.

Arizona's World of Miniatures

In a state with a canyon called Grand, we know how to do big. But, sometimes good things really do come in small packages. For now let's focus on some of those itsy-bitsy, teensy-weensy attractions around Arizona.

Winter Break: 14 Ideas for Family Fun

Winter in Arizona means sunshine and activities that appeal to all ages. Hiking and golfing, bike rides and mine tours, holiday celebrations or rejuvenating at the spa – these are just some of the highlights that Arizona offers families and multigenerational visitors.