Free & Cheap Things to Do in Phoenix, AZ

  • The list below includes 189 free or cheap things to do in or near Phoenix, Arizona, including 71 different types of inexpensive activities like Sports Facilities/Fields, Colleges & Universities, Art Museum and Mountains.
  • From Camelback Mountain to South Mountain Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Phoenix and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Tempe, Glendale, Mesa and Scottsdale.
  • The list below includes 189 free or cheap things to do in or near Phoenix, Arizona, including 71 different types of inexpensive activities like Sports Facilities/Fields, Colleges & Universities, Art Museum and Mountains.
  • From Camelback Mountain to South Mountain Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Phoenix and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Tempe, Glendale, Mesa and Scottsdale.
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North Valley Escape Room 42302 North Vision Way, Suite 101, Phoenix, AZ MoreLess Info
In just 60 minutes, teams must work together to find clues and solve puzzles, ultimately leading to their escape
1.7 Miles
93% 7243 votes
Art Museum 2301 North Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85004 MoreLess Info
Aiming to present the heritage of the Native Indians from all around America, with a special interest on the history of the local Natives, the Heard Museum has a collection of over 40,000 artifacts and 34,000 books.
0.5 Miles
91% 665 votes
Children's Museums 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85034 MoreLess Info
Children can explore the Phoenix Children's Museum including the Art Studio where they can create art projects, the Book Loft for reading books, the Building Big space for building forts and houses, and Desert Delights introducing children to Arizona painters. The museum can also be rented for parties.
1.3 Miles
89% 864 votes
Art Museum 1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85004 MoreLess Info
The Phoenix Art Museum concentrates on collecting art from America, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. A special emphasis is put on contemporary and modern art including fashion art and photography.
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With more than 300 hands-on exhibits, Arizona Science Center awaits children of all ages to acquaint them with everything that science means, from human anatomy to weather phenomenon, and from the SkyCycle to the nanotechnologies.
6.5 Miles
84% 187 votes
Horseback Riding 10215 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85040 MoreLess Info
For the family-friendly trail ride experience of a lifetime, visit Arizona Horses (Ponderosa Stables and South Mountain Stables) and leave the rest to their guides and Mother Nature. Visitors can also choose their sumptuous steak dinner trail ride at sunset.
3.9 Miles
90% 126 votes
Dance Clubs 4631 N. Seventh Ave, Phoenix, AZ MoreLess Info
Featuring local musicians, Char's Has the Blues offers visitors live entertainment in the genres of soul, funk, and blues. Visitors can enjoy the music from the bar or the dance floor.
5.2 Miles
77% 154 votes
Specialty Museums 4619 E. Washington, Phoenix, AZ 85034 MoreLess Info
Explore the 1,000 years old ruins from a Native American village when you bring the family to visit Pueblo Grande. Each building, artifact, and exhibit tells the story of the proud people who inhabited the area.
0.2 Miles
73% 347 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 201 East Jefferson Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004 MoreLess Info
The Talking Stick Resort Arena is a large-scale entertainment and sports complex within Phoenix. The venue serves as the home of the Phoenix Suns basketball team and holds a variety of performances and shows including musical concerts and standup comedy.
6.4 Miles
72% 236 votes
Castles 800 East Mineral Road, Phoenix, AZ 85040 MoreLess Info
Built by a dying father as a tribute to his daughter, Mystery Castle, is a three story structure replete with unique architectural techniques and native stones. Completed in 1945, the castle features many southwestern antiques, thirteen fireplaces and parapets.
13.5 Miles
76% 107 votes
Sports Stadiums (Amateur) 10710 W. Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ 85037 MoreLess Info
As the spring training facility for the Dodgers, Camelback Ranch opens its doors to the public, providing a large stadium to watch these professional baseball players practice. Before practice, the players are available for autographs and pictures.
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