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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 124 attractions in Phoenix

Private Hummer day tours of various off-road locations in the Phoenix, AZ area.

Attraction type: Tour; All-terrain vehicle trail
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 20 attractions in Mesa
Attraction type: Other
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Detours, Phoenix
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 124 attractions in Phoenix
Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 9 attractions in Cave Creek
Attraction type: Horse-riding stable
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 107 attractions in Scottsdale

Climb aboard the miniature replica of a Colorado narrow gauge railroad to explore this park that features famous railroad cars and an antique carousel.

Attraction type: Amusement/theme park
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Taliesin West, Scottsdale
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 107 attractions in Scottsdale

Take a guided tour through world-renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright's winter retreat and studio, which exemplifies the principles of design he was famous for.

Attraction type: Architectural building; Art gallery; Educational site; Historic home; Historic site; Museum; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 20 attractions in Mesa

Superstition Farm, a working family dairy farm has just recently opened its doors for public tours. The Stechnij family, all native Arizonians, own and operate the 27 acre dairy in East Mesa. Supersitition Farm allows guests to "Gather their Senses" by SEEING the day to day work on the farm, HEARING the sounds of the farm life, TOUCHING the animals, TASTING the food on the farm and SMELLING that fresh country air. The farm tours include a hayride tour of the dairy, education in the resource center where guests will learn the tools of the farm trade and how their milk gets to their refrigerator.

Attraction type: Farm
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 124 attractions in Phoenix

Located in Papago Park, these gardens offer visitors an opportunity to learn about desert flora.

Attraction type: Garden; Nature centre; Other; Speciality museum
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 124 attractions in Phoenix
Attraction type: Mountain; Hiking trail
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 124 attractions in Phoenix

The world's largest firefighting museum chronicles the history of the profession and commemorates fallen firefighters.

Attraction type: Speciality museum
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The Bead Museum, Glendale
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 14 attractions in Glendale

Experience global art, history and culture at The Bead Museum. Travel through time in our permanent and changing exhibitions. Take a class, shop in the store. Explore the world in the palm of your hand.

Attraction type: Speciality museum
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We-Ko-Pa Golf Club, Fountain Hills
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 7 attractions in Fountain Hills
Attraction type: Golf course; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 20 attractions in Mesa

Explores the history of the region from the days of the Indians to modern times.

Attraction type: History museum; Museum; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 107 attractions in Scottsdale

This golf club offers two magnificent courses, the Monument and the Pinnacle, which boast almost identical challenges, unique design and breathtaking scenery.

Attraction type: Golf course; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 2 attractions in Avondale

Famous one-mile oval track welcomes the annual Fall NASCAR weekend, plus the Winston Cup, Busch, Craftsman Trucks and Featherlite Southwest races.

Attraction type: Motor racing
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 107 attractions in Scottsdale

Luxurious day spa in the Fairmount Scottsdale Hotel.

Attraction type: Other; Spa
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 124 attractions in Phoenix

The cost to enter the AZ Mining and Mineral Museum is $2.00 for anyone 18 and older, children are FREE.

Attraction type: Museum; Other; Speciality museum
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 7 attractions in Fountain Hills

A fun course with breathtaking views, this club is located near several others.

Attraction type: Golf course; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 107 attractions in Scottsdale

A small museum dedicated to the American bison.

Attraction type: Speciality museum
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MacDonald's Ranch, Scottsdale
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 107 attractions in Scottsdale

MacDonald's Ranch is a premiere trail riding stable located in the Valley of the sun.  The ranch offers activities for individuals, small parties, large groups, and large events and parties.  The...

Attraction type: Ranch
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