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10 Things To Do In Phoenix

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The 10 most popular things to do in Phoenix, ranked by traveller reviews. From Grand Canyon day trips to Sedona red rock drives to balloon rides at sunrise — the experiences worth your time.

10 Things To Do In Phoenix

Small-Group or Private Grand Canyon with Sedona Tour from Phoenix

Small-Group or Private Grand Canyon with Sedona Tour from Phoenix - Morning route: saguaro desert, Flagstaff edges, and the climb toward the rim

1.Small-Group or Private Grand Canyon with Sedona Tour from Phoenix

Most Popular★ 5.0

Small-group Grand Canyon South Rim plus Sedona red rocks from Phoenix, with 13 hours of guided viewpoints, desert scenery, and easy logistics.

“Jordan was a great tour guide! He was prompt, super friendly, and very knowledgeable. We visited the Grand Canyon, Sedona, the vortex sites, and Tlaquepaque, and his recommendations really made the day better. It was a 13-hour day with a small group of 11 people, great weather (60°F & sunny), and an awesome experience. Highly…”

2,405 reviews13 hours (approx.)From $235.00by Detours of Arizona

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Kayaking the Salt River Foxtail Trip

Kayaking the Salt River Foxtail Trip - Launch to Foxtail Administration Site: what the ride feels like

2.Kayaking the Salt River Foxtail Trip

★ 5.0

Paddle the Salt River Foxtail trip from Saguaro Lake Ranch for wildlife, wild horses, and a self-guided float with brief swift spots.

“Beautiful views and safe adventure. Highly recommend this this to anyone looking to unplug, paddle and see plenty of wildlife.”

2,395 reviewsFrom $57.27by Saguaro Lake Ranch, Inc.

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Phoenix Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride with Bubbly + Breakfast

Phoenix Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride with Bubbly + Breakfast - The morning flow: from Deer Valley check-in to getting airborne

3.Phoenix Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride with Bubbly + Breakfast

★ 5.0

Sunrise hot air balloon over Phoenix and the Sonoran Desert, plus champagne toast and gourmet breakfast. Small groups up to 12.

“I had an amazing experience in hot air balloon. The team consisting of Joy, Mike, Marie and Captain John were wonderful. They picked us up from Deer valley road and we travelled to a couple of spots to check for wind condition before taking off at one spot. We were in the air for about…”

2,049 reviews3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $260.51by Hot Air Expeditions Inc

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3 Hour Guided TomCar ATV Experience in Sonoran Desert

3 Hour Guided TomCar ATV Experience in Sonoran Desert - Meeting in New River and How the Route Feels

4.3 Hour Guided TomCar ATV Experience in Sonoran Desert

★ 5.0

Guided Tomcar UTV tour through the Sonoran Desert near Phoenix. 3+ hours, gear included, real off-road driving, and desert lessons.

“This tour was very underwhelming. We booked it because of the reviews. It was 3 hours of riding in/driving the TomCar. The scenery was the same as the scenery as if you were driving on highway 17. There was nothing scenic about it. There were no animal sightings. Three hours of rocky trails. The only…”

1,947 reviews3 hours 15 minutes (approx.)From $236.62by Desert Wolf Tours

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Guided Arizona Desert Tour by ATV – Centipede Tour

Guided Arizona Desert Tour by ATV - Centipede Tour - Off-Road Into the Bradshaw Mountains: Saguaro Country and Rocky Washes

5.Guided Arizona Desert Tour by ATV – Centipede Tour

★ 5.0

Guided Sonoran Desert ATV tour from the Phoenix area to the Bradshaw Mountains and Agua Fria River, with gear, training, and wildlife stops.

“Come prepare to have fun and dress appropriately, follow instructions bc that matters. If you’re scared and unsure if this is the right activity for you then let me tell you…..this is the perfect outdoor activity for you.”

1,386 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $107.74by Arizona Outdoor Fun Rentals

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Grand Canyon with Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon Van Tour

Grand Canyon with Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon Van Tour - Heading north through Sedona: the Red Rocks photo stop’s real purpose

6.Grand Canyon with Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon Van Tour

★ 5.0

Phoenix day tour to Grand Canyon South Rim plus Sedona Red Rocks and Oak Creek Canyon—small van, multiple viewpoints, guided stops.

“Fantastic way to see the Grand Canyon and Sedona Red Rocks without the hassle of driving or planning. Tour guide Patrick picked us up right from our hotel and he was on time, friendly and knowledgeable! He provided interesting facts and insights about all things Arizona. There were 9 of us in a 12-passenger van,…”

1,337 reviews11 hours (approx.)From $198.00by Across Arizona Tours, LLC

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Guided Arizona Desert Tour by UTV – Centipede Tour

Guided Arizona Desert Tour by UTV - Centipede Tour - The Bradshaw Mountains Route: Saguaro, Canyons, and Flash-Flood Terrain

Phoenix Hot Air Balloon Ride at Sunrise

Phoenix Hot Air Balloon Ride at Sunrise - Meeting at Rainbow Ryders in Glendale and Getting to the Launch Site

8.Phoenix Hot Air Balloon Ride at Sunrise

★ 5.0

Float over the Sonoran Desert at sunrise with live commentary, small-group calm, and a champagne toast after landing.

“This entire experience was amazing. Our pilot Kyle was great. Don't let social media fool you. The process of getting in the basket of the balloon and the landing were both smooth and easy. This was both peaceful and exciting. 10/10”

709 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $209.00by Rainbow Ryders

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Phoenix area Hot Air Balloon Ride on the Largest Balloon in USA

Phoenix area Hot Air Balloon Ride on the Largest Balloon in USA - The launch: 11-story inflation, burners, and why timing matters

9.Phoenix area Hot Air Balloon Ride on the Largest Balloon in USA

★ 5.0

Sunrise hot-air ballooning over Phoenix and the Sonoran Desert in a billed largest-in-USA balloon, plus champagne and breakfast after.

“Excellent ride and great information. Everyone is very friendly and helpful. Would wear appropriate clothing, because it is cooler than some people believed. Breakfast was good. The whole adventure took over 4 hours.”

702 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $199.00by Arizona Balloon Safaris

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Ancient Ruins Tour – Guided Arizona Desert Tour by UTV

Ancient Ruins Tour - Guided Arizona Desert Tour by UTV - The UTV Ride Setup: Safety Rules and What to Bring

10.Ancient Ruins Tour – Guided Arizona Desert Tour by UTV

★ 5.0

Ride a guided UTV through Arizona’s Bradshaw Mountains to the Hohokam ruins, with river crossings, desert wildlife stops, and history.

“Everything was easy from, making a reservation, to the communication, to finding the meeting location, to checking in. Our guide, Sami was great. She took us on a lot of fun UTV routes. She pointed out some desert wildlife. She explained a lot about the desert plants and the geographic history. She showed us some…”

684 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $150.00by Arizona Outdoor Fun Rentals

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