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Arizona is special for its stunning and diverse landscapes. From the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon to the otherworldly red rock formations of Sedona and the expansive deserts dotted with saguaro cacti. The state offers a rich blend of natural beauty, outdoor adventures and cultural history, with Native American heritage deeply woven into its identity. Arizona's unique combination of year-round sunshine, vibrant cities like Phoenix and Tucson and iconic national parks make it a destination unlike any other. Whether you're hiking, golfing or exploring, Arizona's beauty and warmth leave a lasting impression.
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Things to do in Arizona
Desert Botanical Garden: Home to thousands of cacti species, trees and flowers from all around the world spread across 55 acres
Musical Instrument Museum: The largest museum of its type in the world. The collection of over 15,000 musical instruments and associated objects. It includes examples from nearly 200 countries and territories, representing every inhabited continent.
Goldfield Ghost Town and Mine Tours: Reconstructed 1890s town including gold-mine tours, Old West gunfights, a history museum & more
Taliesin West: Architect Frank Lloyd Wright's winter home and studio in the desert from 1937 until his death in 1959
Lowell Observatory: An astronomical observatory in Flagstaff, Arizona, United States. Lowell Observatory was established in 1894, placing it among the oldest observatories in the United States, and was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1965. Where they discovered Pluto.
Biosphere 2: An American Earth system science research facility. Its mission is to serve as a center for research, outreach, teaching and lifelong learning about Earth, its living systems and its place in the universe.
Queen Mine Tour: Hard-hat tours through a century-old underground complex to learn about mining history & disasters
Pink Jeep Tours: Sedona’s famous red-rock landscape offers adventure at every turn. Each excursion offers an unforgettable backcountry tour with insider info from the area’s most knowledgeable and experienced local guides.
Pima Air & Space Museum: An aerospace museum that features a display of nearly 400 aircraft spread out over 80 acres on a campus occupying 127 acres. It has also been the home to the Arizona Aviation Hall of Fame since 1991
Day Trips:
Sedona
Grand Canyon
Antelope Canyon
Flagstaff
Jerome
Places to eat & drink in Arizona
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This guide is part of our ongoing series on travel to Arizona. Looking for more travel inspiration? Check out Christina Olivetti's guide, Central Arizona Resort Spa Guide: Part 2.