Things To Do in Arizona

After you have hunted with us, here are some fun options for the whole family to explore Arizona’s unique landscapes, culture, and flavor:

Grand Canyon Railway & Hotel

Depart from historic Williams, AZ, aboard the Grand Canyon Railway for a charming two‐hour steam or diesel ride to the South Rim. Along the way, you’ll enjoy frontier entertainment, cowboy characters, and panoramic views of the high desert. At the Canyon, stroll the Rim Trail, visit the IMAX® Theater, or catch a ranger‐led geology talk. The attached hotel offers vintage décor, a saloon, and evening stargazing programs.

Sedona’s Red Rock Scenic Byway & Chapel of the Holy Cross

Drive along State Route 179—America’s Most Scenic Road—to see iconic red‐rock formations like Cathedral Rock and Bell Rock. Stop at the Chapel of the Holy Cross, an architectural marvel built into the rocks, for quiet reflection and incredible photo opportunities. Recharge afterward with artisan gelato at Picazzo’s Healthy Italian Kitchen, known for its gluten‐free and vegetarian‐friendly menu overlooking Oak Creek.

Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff

Experience interactive astronomy at the historic Lowell Observatory, where Pluto was discovered in 1930. Families can peer through century‐old Clark refractors, take part in planetarium shows, or join guided solar viewings. Don’t miss the evening “Star Parties,” where expert astronomers host telescope viewings of distant galaxies and nebulae under Flagstaff’s dark skies.

Biosphere 2 in Oracle

Venture east of Tucson to Oracle and tour Biosphere 2, a massive glass and steel research facility that replicates Earth’s ecosystems. Interactive exhibits explore rainforest, ocean, desert, and agricultural biomes under a single climate‐controlled roof. Guided behind‐the‐scenes tours reveal ongoing experiments in climate science and space colonization research.

The Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) in Phoenix

Back in the Valley, the Musical Instrument Museum showcases over 6,500 instruments from every continent. Each exhibit features interactive audio stations so you can hear and even play digital versions of instruments—from Indonesian gamelans to Scottish bagpipes. Little ones love the Experience Gallery, where they can try drums, zithers, and more, guided by museum educators.