The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is world-renown as one of the best zoos focused on one habitat. But its less zoo and more nature center, interpreting the fauna, flora and geology / landscape of the desert in one experience. It’s a decidedly adult-focused natural immersion experience steeped in an appreciation for art and modern architecture.
Bearizona: A Woodland Babe
Bearizona is a northern Arizona gem embracing Western-lodge kitsch and imbued with art. Blessed with the an ideal location along Route 66 and on the way to the Grand Canyon, this small family-owned attraction features both a lovely walk-through experience and an impressive drive through. It stands out for its quirky character and strong underlying conservation messages.