The main attraction in Arizona is the Grand Canyon, but there is so much more to see and do here. Photography desert scenery, cruise along Lake Powell, play in one of 300 golf courses, enjoy southwestern cuisine or visit historical sites.
Other popular activities:
- Bird watching: Arizona is also the 5th most popular bird-watching spot in the U.S., with over 500 species of birds that pass through each year.
- Hiking is also very popular in Arizona, primarily along the rim of the Grand Canyon.
- Whitewater rafting through the Grand Canyon or Salt River is popular.
- Shopping for pottery, handcrafted jewelry and handwoven textiles.
- Families can visit the Butterfly Wonderland, Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center or CrackerJax amusement park in Scottsdale. Go karts, gold range, video arcade and batting cages.
- In Phoenix, golf courses and spas are quite popular. Mesa Grande Cultural Park, Pueblo Grand Museum and Archaeological park and the Arizaon State University at the Tempe Campus are worth a visit.
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