Arizona State Museum

Unearth real fossils and gems in the hands-on Dig Pit, then explore 570 million years of Earth's history through interactive exhibits and expert paleontologist demonstrations. Take home your discoveries and browse one of America's largest dinosaur gift shops.

Experience the living Sonoran Desert up close: wander nearly two miles of scenic trails through 21 acres where you'll encounter mountain lions, Gila monsters, and hundreds of other animals amid 1,200 plant species in their natural habitat.

Wander through galleries where contemporary and historical artworks create unexpected conversations, then step outside to explore the historic block's charming architecture and tree-lined streets—a perfect refuge from the desert heat.

Pima Air & Space Museum, where history takes flight, is one of the largest air and space museums in the world, and the largest non-government funded aviation museum. You'll see more than 275 aircraft and spacecraft including many of the most historically significant and technically advanced craft ever produced, both from the United States and throughout the world.

Explore over 400 magnificent species of insects, mammals, and birds from around the world in beautifully curated displays. Learn how conservation and wildlife management protect our planet's incredible biodiversity.