< PreviousPHOENIX Children’s Museum of Phoenix At this fun-filled Valley favorite, guests enjoy more than 300 hands-on, interactive play experiences designed for children ages birth to 10 spread throughout three floors of colorful museum space. Kids love to burn energy on the Climber and by running through the Noodle Forest, and tots like to play pretend in the fully- stocked Market. Plus, the museum offers programs specifically designed for infants, babies, toddlers and preschoolers and focus on learning through play with an emphasis on early childhood education and school readiness. childrensmuseumofphoenix. org, @childmusephx PHOENIX Phoenix Zoo One of the nation’s largest nonprofit zoos, the Phoenix Zoo is home to more than 3,000 animals, big and small. It opens up a world of wonder, caring for thousands of animals, and features up-close animal encounters, rides, unique experiences and tours. 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