Free & Cheap Things to Do in Carefree, AZ

  • The list below includes 88 free or cheap things to do in or near Carefree, Arizona, including 74 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Landmarks, Parks and Movie Theaters.
  • From Carefree Sundial to Sundial Plaza, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Carefree and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Scottsdale, Cave Creek, Glendale and Peoria.
  • The list below includes 88 free or cheap things to do in or near Carefree, Arizona, including 74 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Landmarks, Parks and Movie Theaters.
  • From Carefree Sundial to Sundial Plaza, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Carefree and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Scottsdale, Cave Creek, Glendale and Peoria.
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20.5 Miles
92% 606 votes
Mountains 2701 East Squaw Peak Lane, Phoenix, AZ 85016 MoreLess Info
Formed about 14 million years ago, Piestewa Peak was long a popular site for mining and raising mountain goats. Today, it is popular with hikers who climb to the 2,608 feet summit, or enjoy the scenic views at the Phoenix Mountains Park and Recreation Area and Dreamy Draw Recreation Area.
21.0 Miles
94% 7260 votes
Mountains 5700 North Echo Canyon Parkway, Phoenix, AZ 85018 MoreLess Info
A popular place for hiking and rock climbing, Camelback Mountain is part of the Pima and Maricopa reservation. The trails have a total length of 4 miles.
21.0 Miles
50% 4 votes
Paintball 10402 W Carefree Highway, Peoria, AZ 85383 MoreLess Info
Open to visitors of all skill levels, Cowtown Paintball Park offers a paintball course situated in a natural desert landscape. The park also sells paintball products like harnesses, rounds, and slings.
21.1 Miles
54% 353 votes
Science Museums 21170 N 83rd Ave, Peoria, AZ 85382 MoreLess Info
The latest attraction at the Challenger Space Center is the They Came from Outer Space exhibition, with items from the personal collection of Geoff Notkin. There are also outer space simulators, and a gift shop. Special programs for the entire family are available all around the year.
21.3 Miles
80% 10 votes
Parks 6011 W Thunderbird Road, Glendale, AZ 85306 MoreLess Info
Thunderbird Paseo Park is a city park featuring 4 miles of trails. These trails are suitable for walking, biking, and horseback riding. The park also offers a disc golf course, playground, interpretive garden, and several sports fields.
21.6 Miles
79% 112 votes
Movie Theaters 7700 W. Arrowhead Tn. Ctr., 1079, Glendale, AZ 85308 MoreLess Info
Featuring reserved stadium seating and digital projection, AMC Arrowhead 14 is a movie theater showing the latest Hollywood released films to its guests. Other theater amenities include comfortable plush recliners and Real-D 3-D films.
21.6 Miles
52% 31 votes
Skate Parks 10054 N 43rd Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85302 MoreLess Info
Great Skate is a local roller skating rink that provides memorable and entertaining events and attractions for visitors to enjoy. Birthday parties, skating lessons, a cafe, and a game arcade are among the events and amenities at the rink.
21.6 Miles
98% 48 votes
Children's Play Area 8190 W Union Hills Dr, Ste 110, Glendale, AZ 85308 MoreLess Info
Designed for children under 10, PlayGrounds Fun Zone & Cafe consists of a 3,500 sq ft indoor play space and a full-service cafe that serves breakfast, lunch and desserts. They also offer a number of party packages.
22.1 Miles
92% 331 votes
Malls 7014-590 East Camelback Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251 MoreLess Info
For premier shopping, dining and entertainment in Arizona, visit Scottsdale's Fashion Square Mall. The mall features multiple levels of high-end stores including Burberry, Tiffany and Co. and Hugo Boss.
22.4 Miles
92% 1120 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 16101 N. 83rd Ave, Peoria, AZ 85382 MoreLess Info
Covering 145 acres, the Peoria Sports Complex has 12 practice fields, 2 clubhouses, training facilities, and a parking capacity of 2,800.
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