Phoenix Zoos and Gardens
Boyce Thompson Arboretum
The Boyce Thompson Arboretum was created from 1923 to 1929 as a museum of living plants to help instill in humanity an appreciation of plants. The Boyce Thompson Arboretum is located east of Phoenix.
Carefree Desert Gardens
In downtown Carefree, AZ you'll find a lovely four acre desert garden. Take a self-guided walking tour. There is no charge to visit the garden.
Chihuly: The Nature of Glass
Find the details about the Dale Chihuly Glass Art exhibit at the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix. The exhibit includes 30 Chihuly glass art sculptures.
Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, Arizona
Located in Papago Park not far from downtown Phoenix you'll find a local treasure, actually declared a Phoenix Point of Pride. It is the desert Botanical Garden. You'll be amazed at the beauty and colors of the desert!
Desert Botanical Garden Butterfly Pavilion
Each Spring visitors to the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix can enjoy a special exhibit, the Marshall Butterfly Pavilion. The butterflies are available for viewing from mid-March through mid-May.
Hassayampa River Preserve
Just northeast of Phoenix in Wickenburg you'll find a desert oasis complete with palm trees, a pond that is home to frogs and water fowl, and a mysterious river that rises from the depths of the desert sand.
Japanese Friendship Garden in Phoenix
Take a photo tour of the Japanese Friendship Garden in Phoenix, Arizona. The Japanese Friendship Garden is a coordinated effort between the sister cities of Phoenix Arizona and Himeji, Japan.
Out of Africa Wildlife Park Photo Gallery
Pictures of Out of Africa Wildlife Park in Camp Verde, Arizona. Out of Africa Wildlife Park is north of Phoenix, AZ.
Out of Africa Wildlife Park
Get the details about Out of Africa Wildlife Park. Out of Africa Wildlife Park has more than 400 animals, mostly African, displayed in a natural environment.
Phoenix Zoo
Located in Papago Park in Phoenix, it's the main zoo in town, and they provide a natural environment for the animals (which sometimes makes them hard to see!)
Phoenix Zoo Photo Gallery
Pictures of the Phoenix Zoo in Phoenix, Arizona. The Phoenix Zoo is the most popular zoo in Arizona.
Phoenix Zoo: Visitor Comments
See what people say about the Phoenix Zoo in Phoenix, AZ. There are pictures, too!
Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area
Find out about the Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area in Phoenix. The Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area is a riparian area, and offers hikes, classes and birdwatching.
Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch
Take a photo tour of the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch. This is a water reclamation project managed by the Town of Gilbert, but it is also a park, a fishing lake, and a favorite spot for birdwatching.
Sea Life Arizona Aquarium
See pictures and get details about visiting the Sea Life Arizona aquarium. Sea Life Arizona is an indoor aquarium located at Arizona Mills Mall in Tempe, Arizona.
Superstition Farm
Superstition Farm is a working dairy farm with over 1,000 cows. They offer tours to the public and kids can pet farm animals.
Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium
Take a photo tour of the Wildlife World Zoo and Aquarium in Litchfield Park. The Wildlife World Zoo and Aquarium is a smaller zoo, focusing on exotic animals and fish.