Things to Do with Kids in Scottsdale, AZ
48 kid-tested activities — museums, parks, zoos, restaurants, and more.
Kids Empire Tempe
Ages: 1–10 years
Activate Scottsdale (Paradise Valley)
Ages: Best for ages 6 and up
FreeScottsdale Rotary Park Playground
Ages: 1–10 years
Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up
Boyce Thompson Arboretum
Ages: Best for ages 2 and up, especially nature-curious kids
Ninja Kidz Action Park - Phoenix
Ages: 5–15 years
Wallace Desert Garden
Ages: Best for ages 3 and up
Slick City Action Park
Ages: Best for ages 4 and up
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
Ages: Best for ages 3 and up — particularly excellent for curious kids of all ages
Jordan's Corner
Ages: Newborn–6 years
Museum of Illusions Scottsdale
Ages: Best for ages 6 and up
FreeEldorado Park Playground North
Ages: 1–10 years
The Rush Fun Park
Ages: Great for all ages from infants to teens
Bam Kazam
Ages: 6–16 years
FreeMountain View Park
Ages: 1–12 years
Rush Extreme
Ages: 5–17 years
Glow Putt Mini Golf
Ages: Best for ages 4 and up
FreeChaparral Park
Ages: All ages
Reid Park Zoo
Ages: Best for ages 2 and up
Partially FreeTalking Stick Entertainment District
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up
FreeVista Del Camino Park
Ages: All ages
FreeEldorado Park
Ages: All ages
FreeDesert Horizon Park
Ages: All ages
Children's Museum of Phoenix
Ages: Best for ages 0-10
FreePima Park Playground
Ages: 1–10 years
The Phoenix Zoo
Ages: Best for ages 2 and up
Stratosphere Adventure Park
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up
Play & Stay
Ages: Best for ages 0-6
Out of Africa Wildlife Park
Ages: Best for ages 3 and up
FreeFountain Hills Desert Botanical Garden
Ages: Best for ages 3 and up
FreeIronwood Park
Ages: All ages
FreeDesert Breeze Hummingbird Habitat
Ages: Best for ages 2 and up
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park
Ages: Best for ages 2 and up
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
Ages: 5–17 years
Partially FreeArizona Boardwalk
Ages: Great for all ages
FreeCactus Park
Ages: All ages
FreeCactus Park Playground
Ages: 1–10 years
Elevate Trampoline Park- McDowell Road, Mesa
Ages: 5–17 years
Cyber Quest at Arizona Boardwalk
Ages: Best for ages 2-10
Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience - Tempe
Ages: Great for all ages, especially 3 and up
Plants & People of the Sonoran Desert Loop Trail
Ages: Best for ages 3 and up, particularly nature-curious kids
Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix
Ages: Best for ages 3 and up
FreeComanche Park Playground
Ages: 1–8 years
Puttshack - Scottsdale
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up
Uptown Jungle Fun Park
Ages: 2–10 years
Party Jungle
Ages: 2–11 years
Partially FreeQueen Creek Botanical Gardens
Ages: Best for ages 3 and up
KTR Scottsdale
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up
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Family Travel Guide: Scottsdale, AZ
Discover the best things to do with kids in Scottsdale, AZ. Our family-tested guide covers top attractions, restaurants, outdoor adventures, and hidden gems — all rated by age, with stroller info, cost estimates, and real parent tips.
Scottsdale Family Guides
In-depth guides with real costs, age-by-age picks, and parent tips.
Best Scottsdale Activities for Toddlers (Ages 0–4)
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Read guide →Common Questions About Scottsdale with Kids
- What are the best free things to do with kids in Scottsdale?
- Scottsdale has 14 free family activities. Top picks: Scottsdale Rotary Park Playground, Eldorado Park Playground North, Mountain View Park, Chaparral Park, Vista Del Camino Park. See all free activities at kidpaths.com/scottsdale.
- What can we do with kids on a rainy day in Scottsdale?
- There are 23 rainy day options in Scottsdale. Top indoor picks: Kids Empire Tempe, Activate Scottsdale (Paradise Valley), Ninja Kidz Action Park - Phoenix, Slick City Action Park, Jordan's Corner.
- What are the best activities for toddlers in Scottsdale?
- 34 activities in Scottsdale are rated for toddlers (ages 1–3). Parent favorites: Kids Empire Tempe, Scottsdale Rotary Park Playground, Boyce Thompson Arboretum, Wallace Desert Garden, Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum.
- Which Scottsdale attractions are stroller-friendly?
- 32 of 48 activities in Scottsdale are fully stroller-friendly. KidPaths rates stroller access as yes, limited, or no for every listing.
- What are fun things to do with teens in Scottsdale?
- 34 activities in Scottsdale are rated for teens (ages 13–17). Top picks: Activate Scottsdale (Paradise Valley), Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center, Boyce Thompson Arboretum, Ninja Kidz Action Park - Phoenix, Wallace Desert Garden.
- How much do family activities cost in Scottsdale?
- KidPaths tracks family-of-4 cost estimates for 48 activities in Scottsdale. 14 are completely free. Each listing shows the real cost for a family of four, not just per-person pricing.
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