International Wildlife Museum – Tucson, Arizona
This museum was founded in 1988 and highlights over 400 species of insects, mammals and birds from around the globe. There are some collections that are over 100 years old and all the animals at the museum were donate by people that wanted to share their knowledge with others. The Museum is an educational program of the Safari Club International Foundation.
Tucson Children’s Museum – Tucson, Arizona
This museum isn’t huge but it is packed with interactive exhibits, the daily hands-on activities and monthly special events to keep children interested and learning. There area “Adventure Learning Tours” including the Dinosaur Adventure, the Power Up electricity tour, Depths of the Sea and wonder about grown up life with a When You Grow Up experience. Maybe you want to take the World of Wellness tour and learn about how to be the best you can be!
Mystery Castle – Phoenix, Arizona
Come and tour the Point of Pride of the city of Phoenix! The Mystery Castle was built by Boyce Luther Gulley who moved to Arizona when he learned that he has tuberculosis in 1930 and began building his castle for his daughter that he had left behind, with his wife, when he moved in 1930.
South Mountain State Park – Ahwatukee, Arizona
Situated in the foothills is the South Mountain State Park, the largest city owned park in the nation. If you want to hike, horseback ride, play outdoor sports in an ideal setting then you will want to visit this community just outside of Phoenix.
Tucson Botanical Gardens – Tucson, Arizona
There are approximately 15 unique park areas included in the Tucson Botanical Gardens which are open to the public with special events and educational programs available. There are historical gardens, herb gardens, cactus & Succulent gardens and on and on, all to capture your eye and interest.
Old Town Artisans – Tucson, Arizona
in 1775 there was a fort built by the Spanish called El Presidio San Augustin del Tucson where they staked their claim to the northern frontier of New Spain. Where Old Town Artisans is located was the site of the stables and the north wall of the fort area assisted in repelling Apache attacks. The other adobe buildings construction began in the 1850’s.
Sabino Canyon – Tucson, Arizona
This beautiful canyon offers a wonderful opportunity for hiking on its many trails to enjoy the canyon. There is also a tram for those that would rather ride than hike. The canyon is located in the Coronado National Forest and is the home to spectacular desert landscaping and a variety of wildlife.
Phoenix Zoo – Phoenix, Arizona
The Phoenix Zoo covers 125 acres in total with approximately 2.5 miles of walking trails. There are 4 different trails such as the Africa trail, the Tropics, The Arizona and the Children’s trails. There are approximately 1,200 animals on exhibit with everything from mammals, fish, invertebrates, birds and the fascinating reptiles.
Tucson Greyhound Park – Tucson, Arizona
For race fans the Tucson Greyhound Park offers you greyhound racing Tuesday – Saturday nights at 7:30 pm. There is a pari-mutuel betting, The track has been in operation for over six decades.
Phoenix Greyhound Park – Phoenix, Arizona
This dog track is located directly north of Sky Harbor Airport at 40th St. and Washing. The park has been operating for ore than 40 years. The park offers pari-mutual wagering on live greyhound racing seven nights a week at 7:30 pm with simulcast racing beginning daily at 4:30.
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