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Step into Phoenix’s most infamous true crime stories—right where they happened. This fast-paced 1.5-hour walking tour takes you through real locations tied to shocking crimes, courtroom drama, and dark chapters of the city’s past. From historic jails to the courthouse where cases unfolded, you’ll hear the stories that still linger in downtown Phoenix. This is a locally owned experience built on real research, real history, and the cases that left their mark on the city.

Explore three of Phoenix's most iconic landmarks in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle equipped with Wi-Fi. A local guide from a trusted family-owned business will share fascinating history and insights about the Musical Instrument Museum, the Desert Botanical Garden, and South Mountain Park. Enjoy complimentary snacks and water while discovering rare plants and breathtaking views at these destinations. - Visit the world’s largest Musical Instrument Museum with over 15,000 items - Stroll through the Desert Botanical Garden featuring 50,000 plants - Experience scenic panoramic views at Dobbins Lookout Point at South Mountain Park - Ride in comfort with complimentary snacks and water included

Mill Ave Ghost Tours is Tempe's only old-world style history, true crime, and paranormal walking tour! Guests will be educated and entertained by local costumed guides who are trained by research historians to separate fact from fiction... because believe us, the real stories are MUCH more horrifying than myth. These keepers of nearly forgotten lore walk by lantern light to at least seven different sites throughout the evening, each with their own sordid tale. We guarantee you'll learn something new before the night is out, but good luck sleeping afterwards!

Our Tombstone tours are available 7 days a week. Our tours are very flexible, small group tours. Our max group size is five. You will be afforded plenty of time on Allen Street, which is the heart of the old west in Tombstone, Arizona. Experience the history that made the town famous.

Journey through stunning Arizona landscapes on this full-day tour from the Phoenix-Scottsdale area. Visit the Grand Canyon and explore Sedona with an expert guide who handles all the driving and logistics, leaving you free to soak in the incredible scenery. Explore highlights of the Grand Canyon, and drive through the Sonoran Desert on this small-group tour. With numbers limited to 13 participants, you can enjoy a more intimate experience of the Southwest's natural beauty.

Explore the sights surrounding Sedona without the hassle of renting a car. Your guide will lead the way so that you can focus on taking in the scenery as you head out from Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, or Mesa to see Sedona highlights. Stops include the famous Red Rocks, Chapel of the Holy Cross, and more, followed by a visit to the old mining town of Jerome.

Experience Phoenix from a new perspective on this guided ghost and history tour. Designed for curious travelers seeking authenticity over theatrics, it blends verified local history with hands-on paranormal investigation. Enjoy rare opportunities to explore the city’s most storied and atmospheric locations after dark with tools such as EMF detectors and spirit boxes at select stops.

Experience the scenic beauty of Arizona on this small-group day trip from the Phoenix-Scottsdale area. Visit one of the world’s wonders, the Grand Canyon South Rim on a full-day trip. Take in unforgettable views of classic southwestern landscapes with your knowledgeable guide. Enjoy a small-group tour limited to just 13 people in a custom van with leather captain's chairs.

Unleash your inner artist while enjoying a relaxing evening at Ru Art in Phoenix. These paint and sip classes are perfect for a fun outing with friends, where you can explore your creative side and leave with a unique piece of art. You’ll be inspired to express yourself through painting, surrounded by a vibrant and encouraging atmosphere. Whether it's a special occasion, team-building event, or simply a night out, these classes promise a delightful experience for everyone.

Explore the Apache Trail from Phoenix on a full-day tour that takes you into the legendary Sonoran Desert. Visit the ghost town of Goldfield, ride a steamboat on Canyon Lake, stop at the eccentric hamlet of Tortilla Flat and admire views of the Superstition Wilderness. Get a feel for the Wild West as you learn about the region's history and wildlife from your knowledgeable guide. Enjoy this small-group tour limited to just 13 people in a custom van with leather captain's chairs.

Take in gorgeous views of the Sonoran Desert and feel like you’re floating on a cloud during an exhilarating hot-air balloon ride at sunrise from Phoenix. You’ll experience the perfect start to your day followed by Champagne toast and breakfast. Upgrade to include round-trip transport from your hotel for a seamless experience.

Discover Downtown Phoenix aboard a pedicab, every turn tells a story. Unity Pedicab Tours don’t just take you from point A to B, we immerse you in rich history, cultural gems, and current energy. Whether you're gliding through Roosevelt Row’s mural-lined streets or pausing for the perfect skyline shot, our tours offer an unforgettable, open-air experience powered by local passion. Choose a deep dive or a quick breeze — either way, each ride is customized to your interests. Our expert local guides aren’t just pedaling; they’re sharing the pulse of Phoenix, from hidden architectural treasures to live events and art you won’t find in a guidebook. With space for up to six passengers per pedicab, it’s your own private tour — perfect for families, friends, or curious solo explorers. Come ready to relax, snap photos, and see the city like a local. Most tours show you Phoenix. Ours helps you experience it — through stories, surprise stops, and sights you’ll never forget.

Get to know the city of Phoenix on this scavenger hunt, and really immerse yourself in the Valley of the Sun. You’ll see Monroe School, Old City Hall, and Space Park, which are three of the city’s landmarks. This will be a good walk from place to place, so make sure you have on comfy shoes. The route is planned, so you just need to follow the clues.

The Millz Have Eyez takes guests through haunted downtown Tempe for a walking tour that blends real history, local legends, and hands-on ghost hunting. Guests investigate behind the historic Hayden Flour Mill and go inside Casa Loma, Tempe’s first hotel, for an exclusive ghost hunt. This tour is perfect for first-timers, skeptics, locals, and anyone looking for a spooky night out on Mill Ave.

This day tour gives you the chance to venture south from the Phoenix area to see several historical sites that visitors come from around the world to see. This allows you to experience several interesting locations that are so important in the history of Arizona. Our first stop will be at the Mission at San Xavier del Bac where you will have a chance to learn more about the area south of Tucson and see the detail and wonderful architecture of the church, built 100's of years ago. Then off to Tombstone which is such a unique experience to see and be able to walk in the same steps as Wyatt Earp, Doc Holliday and the Clantons. The shopping is very unique and interesting, and the towns people all dress in period outfits. While in town we will see a Shootout at the OK Corral and have lunch (included up to $15 per person) on the old main street of town. We have one final stop at the Boothill Graveyard to visit the graves of many of Tombstone famous citizens. Then it's back to Phoenix.

Experience the mystique that is Sedona and admire its red-rock landscapes without the hassle of renting a car or worrying about road conditions with this full-day tour from Phoenix. With a guide to lead the way, visit natural and cultural attractions such as Bell Rock, the Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village, the Chapel of the Holy Cross, and more.

Ride the old fashioned Dolly Steamboat through the slot canyon at Canyon Lake and then hit the Apache Trail through the Sonora Desert on this tour from the Phoenix area. After your narrated cruise, visit the small town of Tortilla Flat, taking in views of the rare desert landscape along the way.

Adults and kids welcome to Cyber Desert Tours!! Experience the thrill of off-roading across the stunning Arizona Sonoran Desert! Embrace the thrill of 845 hp Baja drifting in a Tesla cyber truck —a one-of-a-kind adventure that combines cutting-edge technology luxury and off-road performance like no other. Then take the excitement to the water on an electric JetSurf board, reaching speeds of up to 32 mph (standing, sitting or laying on your stomach makes it accessible for everyone). You will be cutting and carving on the desert lake like your on a wave of your own. This tour offers the perfect balance of high-speed land and water action, making it an unforgettable experience for adrenaline enthusiasts. Jason, the owner and off roading champion, will take you safely off roading and safely instruct you on the jet surf. Book Now for the ultimate desert adventure that pushes the limits on both land and water! Also take advantage of our direct pick up from your location.

Step back into the Arizona Wild West with this Historic Gold Mine Jeep Adventure. With adrenaline pumping, you enter mine to follow same vein of Gold that prospector “Old Rackensack” chased in 1880. Our Hard-Rock mine allows guests to Safely experience Old-Timers painstaking methods for extracting the elusive precious mineral that had such a profound impact on Arizona’s History. In-route to the Mine, you will explore the Upper Sonoran Desert’s rugged landscape with Flora & Fauna photo stops plus educational narration about Rackensack Canyon’s Archaeological Indian Ruins. After an exhilarating mountainside ride to Summit Studio/Giftshop, you will enjoy complimentary refreshments before heading to mine. Sit back and enjoy the ride with Certified Off-road Desert Guide in our Custom Jeep Gladiator that is weatherized for "Rain or Shine" Tours and exclusively designed for safety, comfort plus maximum visibility of spectacular vistas.

Experience majestic mountain shadows and a world-famous Arizona sunset (weather dependent) at our private mountaintop sanctuary within Tonto National Forest. Tours begin with a slow-crawl through Rackensack Canyon and expert guide narration about Unique Sonoran Desert Plants & Ancient Hohokam Indians who inhabited canyon up to 1450 AD. A short time later the “Exhilarating Mountainside Ride” begins as you climb 900 vertical feet over 1.5 miles with absolutely breathtaking views at 4500 foot elevation. The short ride to the top can be a bit dusty & bouncy but is also exciting fun with entertaining narration and educational photo stops along trail. Upon arrival at Summit Studio/Gift Shop you will enjoy complimentary refreshments & relax on patio with jaw dropping vistas or try your hand at Steer Head Roping & Corn Hole. At sunset, experience panoramic unobstructed views of sky which typically changes to shades of pink, red, orange, and purple, with stunning Desert Mountain backdrop.

The Grand Canyon is a must-see destination in the southwest. Visit the natural wonder as well as other landmarks on this excursion from Phoenix. Feel the natural healing powers of Sedona as you explore the Chapel of the Holy Cross vortex and then make your way to Oak Creek Canyon Vista. Finally, head to the Grand Canyon where you enjoy views from several viewpoints before heading back to Phoenix.

Audience participation is a must as you join some of the Phoenix area's most hilarious comedians. Book your tickets to this interactive, 90-minute comedy show at the famous National Comedy Theater. Based on the hit *Whose Line is it Anyway*, you’re challenged to offer suggestions and shout out ideas – when you’re not laughing too hard to speak.

Enjoy a picturesque hot-air balloon flight without having to lose out on sleep on this sunset flight. While most hot-air ballon flights depart at dawn, this tour makes it easy to sleep in and still enjoy a trip over the Sonoran Desert and its surrounding landscape while floating effortlessly across the sky at dusk. Then celebrate with a traditional Champagne toast after the flight.

Embark on a journey through southern Arizona’s breathtaking landscapes and vibrant history on this full-day tour departing from Phoenix. Admire the iconic Saguaro cacti in Saguaro National Park, where the unique ecosystem of the Sonoran Desert unfolds before you. Step into the Wild West in Tombstone, strolling along Allen Street and uncovering tales of notorious outlaws. Finally, explore Bisbee, a lively former mining town renowned for its colorful streets and artistic charm. This guided adventure promises stunning scenery and engaging cultural experiences. - Discover the iconic Saguaro cacti in Saguaro National Park - Experience the Wild West in the historic town of Tombstone - Explore the artistic and cultural charm of Bisbee - Full-day guided tour from Phoenix with scenic views and rich history