Located in Papago Park, these gardens offer visitors an opportunity to learn about desert flora.
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#1 of 126 attractions in Phoenix
Attraction type: Garden; Specialty museum; Nature center; Other
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- Nov 27, 2008 "Desert Botanical Garden-A worthwhile place to visit"
- Nov 7, 2008 "Great way to spend a couple hours"
- Oct 26, 2008 "Who knew there were so many different types of cacti?"
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#2 of 126 attractions in Phoenix
The foremost showcase of Native American art and culture in the U.S., the Heard Museum reveals the cultures of tribes in the region through exhibits, demonstrations and live performances and displays the work of contemporary Native American artists. Artists demonstrate their work during the week and musicians perform on most weekends.
Attraction type: Art museum; Specialty museum; History museum; Other
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- Oct 7, 2008 "Not particularly interesting but worth visiting"
- Oct 4, 2008 "Make Time for this Wonderful Museum"
- Jun 23, 2008 "This place is great!"
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#3 of 126 attractions in Phoenix
Attraction type: Nature trail
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- Oct 3, 2008 "Grand Canyon/Sedona/Navajo Reservation"
- Sep 9, 2008 "Open Road Tours - Colorado River Float"
- Jul 10, 2008 "Overnight Colorado River Float Trip"
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#4 of 126 attractions in Phoenix
Attraction type: Tour
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- Oct 2, 2008 "Great 8-day Grand Circle Tour"
- Apr 28, 2008 "Plush, Pleasant and Pristine"
- Feb 22, 2008 "Amazing trip to the Grand Canyons"
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#5 of 126 attractions in Phoenix
Attraction type: Mountain; Hiking trail
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- Jun 13, 2008 "A great place for all hikers"
- Dec 27, 2007 "Check it out for some great views and fun adventure"
- Aug 24, 2007 "Best Phoenix Hike!"
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#6 of 126 attractions in Phoenix
Attraction type: Amusement/theme park; Playground
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- Jun 26, 2008 "Not for older kids"
- Jun 14, 2007 "Great diversion for the kids and it's affordable"
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#7 of 126 attractions in Phoenix
Attraction type: Hiking trail; Nature reserve
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- Feb 10, 2008 "A Pre-Super Bowl Hike"
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#8 of 126 attractions in Phoenix
The home of the state's Major League Baseball team, the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Attraction type: Arena/stadium/field; Other
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- Aug 25, 2008 "take me out to the ball park"
- Jul 25, 2008 "The nicest indoor park I've visited"
- Jun 21, 2008 "We love this park!"
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#9 of 126 attractions in Phoenix
You'll find nearly any animal you can think of at this 125-acre, internationally renowned zoo, where fascinating trails lead you through an African savanna, a tropical rainforest and the Arizona environs, complete with wildlife of the respective region. Highlights are the giant Galapagos tortoises and a baboon colony.
Attraction type: Zoo; Other
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- Apr 17, 2008 "Love going to the zoo."
- Feb 24, 2008 "Go here when in Phoenix!"
- Feb 9, 2008 "Phoenix Zoo - not up to the standards of a major city zoo"
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#10 of 126 attractions in Phoenix
This municipal golf facility, designed by Gary Panks, spreads over 210-acres featuring an 18-hole championship course and a par 3 course, both offering a challenging layout and design.
Attraction type: Golf course
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- Nov 6, 2008 "Revtew of the PAR 3 course"
- Jan 2, 2004 "Great Value for price"
- Apr 24, 2003 "funny analogy"
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#11 of 126 attractions in Phoenix
The Phoenix Art Museum is a great place to check out year round and for any age group. They constantly have new exhibits coming in so be sure to check the website to see what is current. The Arizona...
Attraction type: Art museum; Art gallery; Other
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- Oct 1, 2008 "Enjoyable diversion in the hot desert"
- Sep 18, 2008 "A treasure in the valley"
- Mar 24, 2008 "Would visit again"
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#12 of 126 attractions in Phoenix
Attraction type: Golf course
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- Mar 10, 2008 "Never had service this good at a golf course"
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#13 of 126 attractions in Phoenix
Attraction type: Ranch
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- May 17, 2008 "One of Best Experiences of My Life!!!!!"
- Apr 11, 2007 "Best Part of our Vacation"
- Apr 27, 2006 "Absolutely Wonderful!"
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#14 of 126 attractions in Phoenix
Attraction type: Race car track
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- Jun 1, 2008 "Great Dirt Racetrack"
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#15 of 126 attractions in Phoenix
Attraction type: Blues bar
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- Jun 22, 2007 "Phoenix does have blues!"
The Tovrea Castle is supposed to RE-OPEN in February 2009...here's the link http://phoenix.go...
Attraction type: Historic site; Garden; Castle; Other
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#17 of 126 attractions in Phoenix
Attraction type: Spa; Other
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- Jan 23, 2008 "Wonderful yet overpriced spa"
- Mar 2, 2007 "Just wonderful"
- Nov 25, 2006 "Bliss"
Affordable municipal golf course provides tree-lined, rolling fairways - atypical for the majority of desert courses in the area.
Attraction type: Golf course; Other
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#19 of 126 attractions in Phoenix
Jungle themed INDOOR miniature golf. 18 holes of mini-golf with fun safari animal obstacles. Fun for kids and adults. $8 plays all day or $5 per 18-hole round - print coupons on their website.
Attraction type: Amusement/theme park
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- Sep 2, 2007 "Indoor mini golf *****"
- Jun 10, 2007 "Indoor Miniature Golf"
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#20 of 126 attractions in Phoenix
Attraction type: Horseback riding stable
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- Jul 21, 2008 "You gotta do this!!!"
- Mar 5, 2008 "A great experience!"
- Feb 7, 2008 "Amazing Experience"
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