Things to do in Phoenix with Children

I am not originally from Phoenix, but I have lived here for 12 years and spent many years as a nanny before having my own child- so I’ve explored a lot of what Phoenix has to offer for kids! Here is my list of suggestions for things to do with children in Phoenix. Both indoor & outdoor suggestions, click the links to learn more!

Places to go

1. World Wildlife Zoo (Litchfield Park)

2. Phoenix Zoo (Phoenix)

3. Pioneer Park (Peoria)

4. Pioneer Park (Mesa)

5. Children’s Museum (Phoenix)

6. Giggles (Chandler, Glendale)

7. McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park (Scottsdale)

8. OdySea Aquarium (Scottsdale)

9. Musical Instrument Museum (Phoenix)

10. Butterfly Wonderland (Scottsdale)

11. I.D.E.A. Museum (Mesa)

12. Gilbert Regional Park (Gilbert)

13. Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center (Scottsdale)

14. Party Jungle (Phoenix)

15. Enchanted Island Amusement Park (Phoenix)

16. Arizona Science Center (Phoenix)

17. Superstition Farm (Mesa)

18. Schnepff Farm (Queen Creek)

19. MacDonald’s Ranch (Scottsdale)

20. Mini Social (Scottsdale)

21. Luv 2 Play (Peoria, Surprise)

22. Splash Pads (Anywhere)

Kid-Friendly Restaurants

1. Lou’s at Papago (Phoenix):

2. Luci’s at the Orchard (Phoenix)

3. Queen Creek Olive Mill (Queen Creek)

4. Rustler’s Rooste (Phoenix)

5. Organ Stop Pizza (Gilbert)

6. Joe’s Farm Grill (Gilbert)

7. Ocotillo (Phoenix)

8. The Perch (Chandler)

9. The Farm at South Mountain (Phoenix)