Arizona Sonora Desert Museum

Boasting more than 300 types of animals and 1,300 plant species on 21 acres of desert land is the gorgeous Arizona Sonora Desert Museum. The perfect way to spend the afternoon in a natural but controlled outdoor setting, the desert museum will wow you with its wide range of educational tidbits and wildlife sights to be seen! A great place to take the kids as well, you’ll find a plethora of plantlife in between setting your sights on desert animals like prairie dogs, Gila monsters and mountain lions. 520.883.7202, www.desertmuseum.org