The daily highs are definitely Arizona hot, and that means it is too hot to do much of anything outside. So we all are looking for any place with decent air conditioning and activities to keep the kids happy. Here is our list…..and if we missed some place please comment below. We all will get through the summer together!
Also don’t miss our Surviving Summer Guide for tons of summer recipes, crafts and other things to do!
All of our recommended places......click each section to see all the categories
Café Au Plait located in McDowell Mountain Ranch. It is open Monday – Saturday 8am – 12pm.
The Children’s Museum of Phoenix located in downtown Phoenix. Where else can you find 3 stories of fun activities. Great for little ones and bigger kids.
Mini Social located in Old Town Scottsdale, this play place is available for drop-in fun on two Wednesdays a month. Reservations are available to reserve your spot.
Jordan’s Corner located on Hayden Road in Scottsdale. This drop-in place place is brand new with tons of activities for toddlers and preschoolers. Socks are required.
Imagine 3D Mini Golf located in Scottsdale on Talking Stick Way, the whole family will have a blast put-putting their way around the air conditioned 18 holes of mini golf.
AZ on the Rocks located in North Scottsdale by West World, the indoor rock gym has climbing walls available for all ages and levels.
Arizona Science Center located in downtown Phoenix, they have something to entertain and teach all ages.
OdySea Aquarium & Butterfly Wonderland located in Scottsdale at the Arizona Boardwalk, there is so many indoor attractions available at the plaza. They also have venue tickets available that let you visit all of the Boardwalk attractions and they don’t have to be used the same day.
Scottsdale Public Libraries So many free activities…..
1) join a summer reading program
2) attend a story time
3) attend a music class
4) check recipe or craft books to do an at home activity
5) go to a movie at the Civic Center location
YMCA Scottsdale located on Shea Blvd…..the facility offers a 7 day trial membership for free. You can use the pool and other facilities for one week. Enjoy the fun with your family!