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Nearly perfect year-round weather and several impeccably designed championship courses have made Phoenix one of the top golf destinations in the world. But there's more to this mild-mannered metropolis than pristine greens and tee times. The greater Phoenix area also offers visitors an array of impressive cultural attractions. Visit the internationally renowned Heard Museum for an in-depth look at Native American history or peruse the fine collection at the Phoenix Museum of Art. Enjoy a ballet performance at the ornate Orpheum Theater or or catch a concert at the state-of-the-art Comerica Theatre. In addition to golf, the city offers access to numerous outdoor endeavors including rock climbing, hot-air ballooning, desert jeep tours and more. Family-friendly attractions, first-rate shopping, dining and entertainment, and spectacular recreational activities make Phoenix a must-visit destination.
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1. Cutler Plotkin Jewish Heritage Center
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
The Jewish experience in Arizona is a unique one. Many Jews arrived in Arizona in the 19th century and played vital roles in the development of Arizona's mining industry, agriculture, and commerce which helped to settle the American West. Since then the Jewish population has become integrated into virtually every aspect of Arizona life. The AZJHS is dedicated to preserving local Jewish history, promoting awareness of our state's diverse history, and making local history accessible to all. Visitors to our newly renovated home, now called the Cutler Plotkin Jewish Heritage Center, can experience firsthand a bit of local history when they tour our 90 year old landmark historic building. Come explore our museum gallery, stay for one of our many fun, culturally rich programs, share a photograph with our archive, join our monthly book discussion group, or celebrate a special occasion in our beautiful sanctuary.
Reviewed By barbaracN4209MR - New River, United States
Catch the current exhibit at the Jewish Heritage Center, located in the first synagogue in Phoenix, and admire the restoration of the building.
2. Arizona Capitol Museum
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4.5 based on 224 reviews
Celebrating Arizona's vibrant cultural heritage through history! Housed in the restored Capitol Building, this museum presents programs and exhibits about the government of the Arizona Territory and the early days of statehood. Always FREE Admission Open: Monday through Friday 9am - 4pm
Reviewed By robbygc - Toronto, Canada
The people of Phoenix were happy. They had made the bill of rights at the Wesley Bolin Memorial Park. They put their rights on obelix's, with their rights. Everybody could look at at the obelix and get to know the rights. It seems it was great! Worthwhile to see!
3. Arizona Latino Arts and Cultural Center
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4.5 based on 13 reviews
4. Wells Fargo Museum
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4.5 based on 299 reviews
Celebrating Wells Fargo's role in Arizona's colorful history, the Wells Fargo History Museum is just steps away from the US Airways Center and Chase Field. Exhibits include an authentic 19th century stagecoach, a replica stagecoach you can climb aboard, gold and precious minerals, a replica mine shaft, antique firearms, working telegraph and other artifacts depicting the settlement of the American West. The museum's impressive collection of original artworks includes the world's largest collection of famed illustrator N.C. Wyeth's western themed work. The museum store features a variety of Wells Fargo branded gifts, collectibles and apparel. Tours are available with advance reservations and admission is always free.
Reviewed By abqsage - Fort Myers, United States
This museum has some great artifacts and memorabilia from the real Old West- including one of the signature stage coaches like the ones used by Wells Fargo in the past. It's a small museum, but well worth a visit.
5. Phoenix Police Museum
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4.5 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By BillL2329
Free Museum to spend a few hours at. Don't miss the Miranda exhibit and a nice tribute to the 9/11 events.
6. Children’s Museum of Phoenix
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4.5 based on 696 reviews
Reviewed By Smokeyjo19 - Phoenix, United States
It’s been a few years since we visited. (When my girls were younger we practically lived at this museum.) This past weekend I took my nephew (age 5), and daughters - 10, 13, and 14. The big “kids” had just as much fun playing as my nephew. I was so impressed with all the different and improved spaces. I forgot how loud it can be (lots of happy kids). I’ll continue to take out of town family for memorable experiences. My girls were among the oldest of the bunch, and it was nice for them to visit, but they probably won’t be back for another few years.
7. Arizona Science Center
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4.0 based on 945 reviews
Located in the heart of Downtown Phoenix, Arizona Science Center has been a hub for science and discovery for the community and visitors. The Center features more than 300 hands-on exhibit, live demonstrations, a state-of the art Dorrance Planetarium, a five-story IMAX(R) theater, and newly opened, CREATE at Arizona Science Center - a place where science, design and engineering collide!
Reviewed By 866TaylorB - Chicago, United States
The Arizona Science Museum, formerly the Arizona Museum of Science and Technology, opened its doors to the public in 1984 as a small 10,000-square-foot storefront exhibition space located in the parking garage level of the downtown Phoenix Hyatt Hotel. Today, it is one of the most popular cultural attractions in Arizona. Since the new downtown facility at 600 East Washington Street opened in 1997, in Heritage and Science Park in the heart of downtown Phoenix, with more than 40,000 square feet of gallery space, a five-story, giant screen IMAX theater seating 289 people, the Dorrance Planetarium, a suite of multiple classrooms, a gift shop and lunchroom, the internationally acclaimed science museum is home to over 350 permanent hands-on exhibits and provides 400,000 annual visitors with interactive experiences. Among the permanent exhibitions are Many Hands Make a Home, which explores the materials, processes, skills and knowledge necessary to build a home in Arizona's unique environment; My Digital World, where visitors can learn about the information technology that ties us all together; Solarville, which provides fascinating visuals and interactive experiences that engage visitors in exploring how we are affected by the sun; and Forces of Nature, which showcases one monster storm and extreme geological event after another in a series of immersive montages that puts guests in the center of the action.
8. Phoenix Airport Museum Gallery
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4.0 based on 5 reviews
9. Bentley Gallery
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
Phoenix Art Gallery Founded in 1984, Bentley Gallery is a Local Art Gallery which is synonymous with significant contemporary art Exhibitions in the South
10. Phoenix Airport Museum
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3.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By Timtime22
The museum is all throughout the airport! I love that you can find art everywhere from the terminals all the way to the rental car center. My favorite were all the uniquely designed terrazzo floors. They showcase Arizona artists exclusively - which is astounding the talent there is in just one state. This museum program is paid for my the airports own generated revenue which I find endearing that they care enough to “uplift” the passengers experience. So many airports are cold and boring... Sky Harbor is vibrant with art, culture, and sometimes even live music!
