Best Places to Visit in Arizona
Sometimes you just want to get out and explore. We try to strike a good balance of places that you will really enjoy. Finding ideas for family friendly outings, or interesting places to go in Arizona with your friends, both are at your fingertips here with America Top 10. We aim to give you plenty of ideas without you having to do all the research. That way you can easily decide if you want to explore Arizona sites or check out the sites in another state.
You have also heard how it is becoming a lot more popular to have staycations (where you stay home instead of going to far off places) and discover new and interesting places in the near vicinity. We try to make that easier for you. Check out the sites in Arizona that have become local favorites easily with our site.
We hope that we have provided you plenty of choices in Arizona whether this is a new area for you or your own back yard. Something a little different from the typical amusement park. If you really loved somewhere but don’t see them on our list let us know, we are always looking to improve our lists and we can only do that with your help.
Lake Pleasant Regional Park
Morristown, AZ
One of the most scenic water recreation areas in the “Valley of the Sun,” this northwest Valley park is a recreationist’s dream. This 23,362 acre park offers many activities, such as camping, boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing.
Friendship Park
Yuma, AZ
This beautiful park located in the shadow of Yuma’s water tower features free water play areas that are perfect for toddlers and nonswimmers, and fun for big kids, too. There is a Ramada available to rent, and a playground area close by.
Sanguinetti House Museum and Gardens
Yuma, AZ
In the heart of historic Yuma is the charming 19th-century adobe home of E. F. Sanguinetti (1867-1945). This quaint home is now an Arizona Historical Society museum chronicling Sanguinetti’s life story, as the Merchant Prince of Yuma. Visit the museum and hear stories of how Sanguinetti came to Yuma penniless at just 15. He quickly grew to become a civic-minded businessman whose various enterprises, electricity, ice house, ranching, farming, merchandising, banking, and real estate, advanced his own well-being and that of the community he loved.
Sky Zone Trampoline Park
Peoria, AZ
Sara Mountain Park Loop Trail
Lake Havasu City, AZ
Yuma Territorial Prison Museum & Park
Yuma, AZ
At Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park, walk through the actual strap iron cells and solitary chamber of Arizona Territory’s first prison. Now a museum, the building houses photographs and colorful exhibits of those who once “involuntarily” stayed there and the prison life they had to endure. A total of 3,069 prisoners, including 29 women, lived within the walls during the prison’s 33 years of operation. Experience the fascinating slice of Arizona history. The park offers a museum with exhibits, a gift shop, video presentation, picnic area, and restrooms.
Yuma Art Center
Yuma, AZ
The City of Yuma Parks and Recreation Department manages the Yuma Art Center in Historic Downtown Yuma. The Yuma Art Center advances the arts by providing distinct opportunities for community participation and artistic growth. With over 100,000 visitors each year, the Yuma Art Center annually produces two full length theatre productions, over twenty visual art exhibitions, holds nearly fifty unique performing and visual arts classes, facilitates the annual summer mural program, screens dozens of films, supports the North End Artists Cooperative, coordinates festivals and special events, and advances public art throughout Yuma.
The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures
Tucson, AZ
The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures showcases more than 400 antique and contemporary dollhouses and roomboxes sure to delight all ages. The museum is dedicated to all who participate in the world of miniatures through education, creation or enjoyment.
Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium
Litchfield Park, AZ
The Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium is open seven days a week, 365 days a year, including all holidays. They have an aquarium that features a long list of marine animals, as well as a Safari Park, Dragon World, and Baby Animal Nursery, to name a few.
Reid Park Zoo
Tucson, AZ
