Scottsdale, United States

Things to do in Scottsdale

120 ranked activities1 in the 90+ Club

Scottsdale pairs polished Old Town food, art and nightlife tours with hard desert adventure: Jeep runs through the Tonto, hot air balloons at dawn, horseback rides and e-bike routes along the greenbelt. Operator permits decide which trails a tour can actually reach, so we look closely at route detail.

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What are the best things to do in Scottsdale?

Outty ranks 120 bookable experiences in Scottsdale, United States. The highest scoring is Pedal Bar Crawl of Old Town Scottsdale at 93 out of 100, followed by Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour at Sunset, Small-Group or Private Grand Canyon with Sedona Tour from Phoenix, 8:00AM Desert Off-Road UTV Tour, 2 hours, 2 people per vehicle. Prices start at $10 per person and 1 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club. November to April, with dawn departures through the summer.

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Most Popular in Scottsdale

The experiences travelers book most right now.

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Most Highly Reviewed in Scottsdale

Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.

Last Minute in Scottsdale

Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.

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Family Friendly in Scottsdale

Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

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Food & Drink in Scottsdale

Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.

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Culture & History in Scottsdale

Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

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Outdoors in Scottsdale

Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

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Nightlife in Scottsdale

After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

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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 93 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 4,439 traveler reviews. Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour at Sunset, Small-Group or Private Grand Canyon with Sedona Tour from Phoenix, 8:00AM Desert Off-Road UTV Tour, 2 hours, 2 people per vehicle, 2 Hour Scottsdale Segway Tours - Ultimate Old Town Exploration round out the top five. Outty ranks 120 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 $169 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $10 on Scottsdale Self-Guided Walking Tour: Art & Desert Inspiration. 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 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. 14 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?
114 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.