Top Phoenix Culture

For an indoor diversion on a hot or rainy Phoenix day, get cultured at the Phoenix Art Museum. Explore spacious galleries filled with more than 19,000 works of art from around the world, including contemporary pieces, fashion design, and photography exhibits. Reserve your tickets ahead of time and step right inside the modernist building surrounded by inviting gardens.

The Tonto National Forest is the largest in Arizona and the Lower Salt River runs right through its heart. On this tour, admire the natural scenery from the water on a thrilling kayaking excursion. Set out from Saguaro Lake Ranch, paddle along the Salt River, and look out for native wildlife, including the park’s herd of wild horses.

Visit the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) in Phoenix with this admission ticket that provides access to a collection of more than 4,000 instruments and other items on display. Learn about musical cultures from countries around the globe; celebrate beloved musicians such as Johnny Cash and Prince and make your own music in the Experience Gallery. You'll receive a headset and audio guide for a self-guided tour.

Float over Phoenix and the Sonoran Desert in a comfortable and spacious hot-air balloon with an FAA-certified pilot. Depart before daybreak to get incredible views of the desert landscape during sunrise and be a part of the action as the balloon is inflated. If the wind is right, you can go inside for amazing photos. Upon touchdown, you are greeted with a Champagne toast and a commemorative flight certificate.

This true crime walking tour explores real, documented cases from Phoenix’s downtown—secret casinos, corruption, and violent incidents tied to actual locations. Stories are grounded in historical records and focus on how money and power shaped the city behind the scenes. We provide self-guided audio tours that require no app download and use very little data. The audio streams reliably even in busy areas and at peak times, without draining your phone.

Hop aboard a UTV for an adventure in the Sonoran Desert. Ride on rugged and rocky trails in the scenic Bradshaw Mountains and cross the Aqua Fria River during the scenic journey. Keep an eye out for wildlife: All sorts of animals live in the area, from coyotes and deer to bobcats and rabbits.

Discover the stunning landscapes of Horseshoe Bend and Antelope Canyon on this unforgettable day tour. Starting from Einstein Bros. Bagels in Phoenix, journey through the historic Route 66 before arriving in Page, Arizona. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant before taking a scenic hike to Horseshoe Bend, known for its breathtaking views. Afterward, explore the sacred Antelope Canyon, accessible only with Navajo guides, where nature's artistry is on full display. This tour is perfect for nature enthusiasts and those interested in Native American culture, led by a knowledgeable local guide who knows all the hidden gems. - Full-day tour from Phoenix to Horseshoe Bend and Antelope Canyon - Scenic drive along Historic Route 66 with beautiful views - Local lunch at a highly-rated cafe - Expert Navajo guides for a unique cultural experience at Antelope Canyon

On this guided scenic day tour from Phoenix, you will not only take in the breathtaking landscapes of this desert playground with plenty of photo opportunities, but you will explore ancient Native American ruins. With plenty of free time in Sedona to explore on foot, you might check out some art galleries, do some souvenir shopping, or even get a psychic reading. Enjoy this small-group tour limited to just 13 people in a custom van with leather captain's chairs

Enjoy a picturesque hot-air balloon flight over the Sonoran Desert—and check off your bucket list—on this sunrise flight. Experience 360-degree desert views that most other Phoenix visitors miss, all while floating effortlessly across the sky at dawn. At the end of your flight, celebrate with a traditional Champagne toast and light refreshments.

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.

Leave the city behind and journey into the heart of Northern Arizona's rich history, stunning landscapes, and quirky charm on this ultimate one-day van tour from Phoenix. Designed to maximize your time without the hassle of driving, this curated itinerary effortlessly blends ancient Native American culture, a historic ghost town, and the world-famous red rocks of Sedona. Your day begins at Montezuma Castle National Monument, where you'll marvel at a remarkably preserved 800-year-old cliff dwelling carved into a limestone cliff. Next, wind up the mountain to Jerome, once proclaimed the "Wickedest Town in the West" — today a bustling hillside artist community of eccentric shops, fascinating history, and panoramic valley views. The adventure wraps up in breathtaking Sedona, surrounded by towering crimson red rocks, vibrant boutiques, and local eateries of Uptown Sedona. The perfect blend of ancient history, culture, and scenery before a relaxing drive back to Phoenix.

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.

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.

Enjoy a tour to the Tucson and surrounding area customized for your group of up to five guests. Our tour is unique because guests are able to customize the itinerary how they want it, including length 9 to 11 hours. Typical points of interest could include choices from Downtown Tucson, the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, Saguaro National Park, Mission San Xavier del Bac, Pima Air and Space Museum and more. Once booked, we will discuss the itinerary with you, and you can choose which venues that you would like to include, not limited to our examples. Admission costs are not included, as many spots are free to visit, and those that have admissions have many choices based on student / veteran / senior status. Route options and local venues can be discussed at booking. This is a small group tour for 2 - 5 guests. Therefore, admissions are not included, as we can not assess admissions until after the venue choices are finalized.

Visit Grand Canyon National Park, with a stop for pictures of the Red Rocks of Sedona, on this multi-hour tour from the Phoenix area. Travel through beautiful Oak Creek Canyon, where you can browse local crafts if you wish. When you reach the Grand Canyon, make stops in the park to see the natural wonder from multiple viewpoints.

On this unique experience, you'll explore the Sonoran Desert in Phoenix under a canopy of darkness. Armed with a UV flashlight, you’ll uncover scorpions—their exoskeletons aglow in mesmerizing blue-green hues—and other cool things that glow at night. City lights twinkle in the distance, while above, a canvas of moon and stars unfolds. It’s a dance between the earthly and the cosmic, leaving you both humbled and exhilarated.

Uncover the haunted past of Phoenix on this family-friendly ghost tour, perfect for all ages. This 90-minute walking adventure dives into the city's spooky history, featuring tales of pioneers, outlaws, and spirits who linger in historic downtown locations. With expert local guides sharing authentic stories, this tour combines entertainment and education for a memorable evening. Flexible rescheduling allows you to adapt your plans easily while exploring the eerie side of Phoenix. - Nightly tours at 8 PM, lasting 90 minutes - Family-friendly with special rates for kids - Expert local guides share captivating ghost stories - Explore historic sites and learn about Phoenix's haunted history

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!

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.

Uncover Phoenix’s haunted past as you walk around the downtown area on this ghost tour. Visit some of the city’s spookiest locations such as the Hotel San Carlos, the gothic Rosson House Museum, and the basement of Hanny’s department store. Listen to ghostly and gruesome tales from your guide about each location while you explore.

Skip the usual history tours for this spooky version—an exploration of some of Phoenix’ most haunted and old west crime-ridden pubs and historic buildings. Meet your historian guide just north of downtown Phoenix and visit city underbelly highlights from haunted pubs to seedy hotels—listening to stories about the city’s true-crime reputation along the way.

Visit sites where visitors have reported strange occurrences including the historic theater, the oldest church and park, Heritage Square, the old area of the red light district, and many more sites the spirits of the dead still linger at. We will also visit historic sites linked to Phoenix’s history and share the historical stories of the past and tragedies that left the spirits stuck here for eternity. Go at your own pace, anytime. Want to go at 2am? Ok. 1pm? Ok too. This tour is all on our walking tour app. Please check the "How to take the tour" section for details on our app and how to take the tour.

Descend back in time with a visit to a historic gold mine dating to 1880. Don a hard hat and head into the mine to learn about the great lengths that miners went to in order to extract minerals. Along the way, see the beautiful Sonoran Desert and visit an archaeological site.