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.

More than 1,000 years old, these ruins from a Native American village and the artifacts unearthed from the area tell a fascinating story of the lives of the inhabitants. Hands-on activities, hikes and tours enhance the learning experience.

This, the largest municipal park in the world, is a popular hiking, biking and horseback riding trail area.

The home of the state's Major League Baseball team, the Arizona Diamondbacks.

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.

According to the official website, Tovrea Castle is closed for renovations, a project that may take several years. No reopening date is set.

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.

Affordable municipal golf course provides tree-lined, rolling fairways - atypical for the majority of desert courses in the area.