KidPaths

Things to Do with Kids in Scottsdale, AZ

19 family-friendly activities with age ratings, stroller info, and parent tips.

Musical Instrument Museum$$$

Musical Instrument Museum

4.8(11,200)

Ages: Best for ages 5-17

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
Pinnacle Peak ParkFree

Pinnacle Peak Park

4.8(7,200)

Ages: Best for ages 4-17

Outdoor
McDowell Sonoran PreserveFree

McDowell Sonoran Preserve

4.8(5,600)

Ages: Best for ages 3-17

Outdoor
Kidspace at Scottsdale Public Library - Civic CenterFree

Kidspace at Scottsdale Public Library - Civic Center

4.7(1,500)

Ages: Best for ages 0-8

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
McCormick-Stillman Railroad ParkPartially Free

McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park

4.7(6,800)

Ages: Best for ages 1-8

OutdoorStroller-Friendly
Desert Botanical Garden$$$

Desert Botanical Garden

4.7(15,600)

Ages: Best for ages 4-14

OutdoorStroller-Friendly
Scottsdale Civic Center Park & Splash PadFree

Scottsdale Civic Center Park & Splash Pad

4.6(3,100)

Ages: Best for ages 1-8

OutdoorStroller-Friendly
Hole in the Rock at Papago ParkFree

Hole in the Rock at Papago Park

4.6(11,200)

Ages: Best for ages 2-14

Outdoor
Papago ParkFree

Papago Park

4.6(11,400)

Ages: Best for ages 3-15

Outdoor
The Farm at South Mountain$$

The Farm at South Mountain

4.5(3,200)

Ages: Best for ages 0-14

OutdoorStroller-Friendly
Someburros$

Someburros

4.5(2,100)

Ages: Best for ages 0-17

Indoor/OutdoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
Sugar Bowl Ice Cream Parlor$$

Sugar Bowl Ice Cream Parlor

4.5(4,900)

Ages: Best for ages 2-14

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
Phoenix Zoo$$$

Phoenix Zoo

4.5(19,200)

Ages: Best for ages 2-12

OutdoorStroller-Friendly
Butterfly Wonderland$$

Butterfly Wonderland

4.5(6,100)

Ages: Best for ages 2-10

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
Arizona Science Center$$

Arizona Science Center

4.5(7,200)

Ages: Best for ages 3-14

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
Salt River Tubing$$

Salt River Tubing

4.4(4,200)

Ages: Best for ages 8-17

Outdoor
Octane Raceway$$$

Octane Raceway

4.4(3,800)

Ages: Best for ages 8-17

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
OdySea Aquarium$$$

OdySea Aquarium

4.3(8,900)

Ages: Best for ages 2-12

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
Castles N' Coasters$$

Castles N' Coasters

4.2(7,100)

Ages: Best for ages 5-16

Indoor/Outdoor

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.