Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

Always love visiting ! Nice aquarium . Love the hummingbird aviary. Fun to touch the stingrays. Learning center . Some bird shows. Desert gardens. Lots of indigenous animals, insects, reptiles; migratory birds from Sonoran desert area that one might not see in everyday life or the wilderness. Best time is morning or evening when temps are cooler and animals are more active . Fun for kids and families . Nice gift shop. There is a Cafe coffee shop but didn't go in.

We love visiting this place. We each got in about 8000 steps during our visit. We took our kids (28-12) and grandbaby yesterday. All loved it. The only disappointment was that the otters were no where to be found. You need about 5 hours to see everything. You can buy tickets at the booth, but there was a good line to do so. It's would have gone faster buying tickets online. The gift shop by the entrance is fun and affordable. You can tell a lot of love and work goes into making this a great place for people to visit. They also have some more exciting things coming for kids which will keep us coming back with grandkids on future vacations.

This is more than a museum or a zoo—it's an immersive experience in the desert ecosystem and a must-visit for anyone in the area. We were completely captivated by the incredible variety of life, from the majestic bighorn sheep to the beautifully camouflaged snakes. The absolute highlight was the Raptor Free Flight Demonstration. Nothing prepares you for the thrill of those birds of prey soaring right over your head. They flew so close you could literally feel the wind from their wings messing with your hair! The owl was definitely the coolest part, gliding silently—a truly awe-inspiring sight. But the fun didn't stop in the air! The stingray exhibit was so much fun. Getting to pet them was a unique, gentle experience. I highly recommend shelling out the few dollars to feed the stingrays; they swim right up to you, and it's a blast! Whether you love wildlife, birds, or just want a great day out, you have to go. Make sure you catch the flight show

True treasure in the desert. Variety of exhibits for everyone. Loved the cave experience. Beautiful desert gardens. Various animal exhibits. The raptors are only on display Fridays and weekends. Additional 30 to 40 min nature walking trail. I would plan a 4 hour stop so you are not rushed.

Wow! What a cool place for the whole family. Amazing exhibits and animals. Highly recommend!!! Food was overpriced but that’s to be expected. We will be back! Amazing indoor and air conditioned kids playground. The mockingbird aviary is a totally special place.