Things to Do with Kids in Scottsdale, AZ

Scottsdale has 24 kid-tested activities for families across museums, parks, zoos, restaurants, and outdoor adventures. Every listing includes age ratings (infants through teens), stroller access, cost estimates for a family of 4, and real parent tips you won't find anywhere else.

4.6 avgacross 24 rated

14 free

16 stroller-friendly

By Kit, KidPaths editor

Covers 71 cities. Reads a lot of parent reviews.

Scottsdale is one of the best family travel destinations in the US.

From world-class museums to outdoor adventures, there's something for kids of every age. Our guide helps you find exactly what works for your family. The KidPaths guide for Scottsdale currently includes 24 KidPaths-vetted activities, including 14 free options, 10 indoor or mixed-weather picks, 14 outdoor or partly outdoor picks, 16 stroller-friendly stops.

Use it to balance one anchor outing with a backup plan, especially when weather, naps, or meal timing start driving the day. Start with Uptown Jungle Fun Park, Jordan's Corner, Party Jungle if you want a quick scan of the strongest local picks, then use the filters below for age fit, stroller access, cost, and rainy-day backup options.

Top kid-friendly places in Scottsdale

Chaparral Park4.7 Eldorado Park4.6 Ninja Kidz Action Park - Phoenix4.9 Rush Extreme4.7 Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.5 Elevate Trampoline Park- McDowell Road, Mesa4.5 Bam Kazam4.7 Vista Del Camino Park4.6 Party Jungle4.3 Desert Horizon Park4.6 Cactus Park4.5 Altitude Trampoline Park Phoenix4.1

Plan Scottsdale by age, weather, and budget

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No admission feeFree Activities14 picks Weather backupRainy Day Activities10 picks Climate controlledIndoor Activities10 picks Fresh airOutdoor Activities14 picks Easy accessStroller-Friendly16 picks

Toddler18 Infant16 Little Kids24 Big Kids22 Tweens14 Teen11

Scottsdale with kids: common questions

What are the best free things to do with kids in Scottsdale?

Scottsdale has 14 free family activities. Top picks: Scottsdale Rotary Park Playground, Horizon Park Playground, Eldorado Park Playground North, Chaparral Park, Mountain View Park. See all free activities at kidpaths.com/scottsdale.

What can we do with kids on a rainy day in Scottsdale?

Scottsdale has 10 rainy-day options. Top indoor picks: Kids Empire Tempe, Ninja Kidz Action Park - Phoenix, Jordan's Corner, Rush Extreme, Bam Kazam.

What are the best activities for toddlers in Scottsdale?

18 activities in Scottsdale are rated for toddlers (ages 1 to 3). Parent favorites: Kids Empire Tempe, Scottsdale Rotary Park Playground, Jordan's Corner, Horizon Park Playground, Eldorado Park Playground North.

Which Scottsdale attractions are stroller-friendly?

16 of 24 activities in Scottsdale are fully stroller-friendly. KidPaths rates stroller access as yes, limited, or no for every listing.

What are fun things to do with teens in Scottsdale?

11 activities in Scottsdale are rated for teens (ages 13 to 17). Top picks: Ninja Kidz Action Park - Phoenix, Rush Extreme, Bam Kazam, Chaparral Park, Vista Del Camino Park.

How much do family activities cost in Scottsdale?

KidPaths tracks family-of-4 cost estimates for 24 activities in Scottsdale. 14 are completely free. Each listing shows the real cost for a family of four, not just per-person pricing.