Things to do in Scottsdale

Planning questions about Scottsdale

What are the best things to do in Scottsdale?

Pedal Bar Crawl of Old Town Scottsdale is the highest ranked experience in Scottsdale, scoring 94 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 4,473 traveler reviews. Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour at Sunset, Small-Group or Private Grand Canyon with Sedona Tour from Phoenix, 2 Hour Scottsdale Segway Tours - Ultimate Old Town Exploration, Old Town Scottsdale Party Bike Bar Crawl and Pool Party round out the top five. Outty ranks 182 bookable experiences in Scottsdale, United States, and 1 of them score 90 or above.

How much do activities in Scottsdale cost?

The median price across everything we rank in Scottsdale is $160 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $10 on Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Scottsdale by 3Quest Challenge. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.

Can I book something in Scottsdale for today?

Yes. 120 of the top 120 experiences we rank in Scottsdale currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.

Is Scottsdale good for families?

Yes. 12 of the experiences we rank in Scottsdale are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.

How many days do you need in Scottsdale?

Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

When is the best time to visit Scottsdale?

November to April, with dawn departures through the summer. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

Can I cancel a booking in Scottsdale?

116 of the 120 experiences we rank in Scottsdale offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.

How does the Outty Ranking work?

Every experience in Scottsdale gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Scottsdale so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.