An indoor rainforest conservatory full of butterflies at Arizona Boardwalk in Scottsdale. It's a Certified Autism Center with sensory bags at the ticket desk, a downloadable visual guide, and same-day re-entry with your ticket and a hand stamp.
“Our Butterfly Wonderland Sensory Bags are designed to support sensory needs in both adults and children.”
“Ask for your bag at the ticket desk upon arrival and check-in.”
“Same-day re-entry is allowed with a valid ticket and hand stamp”
Each bag holds ear muffs, a pair of child sunglasses, a caterpillar fidget, a liquid motion bubble timer, a butterfly pop fidget and an anxiety zipper.
As a Certified Autism Center, at least 80% of the guest-facing staff are trained and certified in autism. For a request before your visit, call Guest Relations at 480-800-3000 or email info@butterflywonderland.com.
Koi feedings, reptile and amphibian feedings and the Whimsical Wings butterfly release are included with admission; the Plan Your Visit page lists the times.
Weekends are busiest. Weekdays are quieter, and field trip groups are usually gone by lunchtime.
Admission: adults (13 and up) $33.95, children 2 to 12 $23.95. Tickets are good for one use within a year of purchase and aren't refundable. Active military get a discount with a valid ID at the ticket window.
Parking is free throughout Arizona Boardwalk, with accessible spaces in the main lot.
Outside food isn't allowed, except formula or snacks for food allergies. The Butterfly Café sells hot food, sandwiches, salads, snacks and drinks.
Wheelchairs (a limited number, first come, first served) and hearing assistance devices are at the Guest Services desk; bring a photo ID.
No lockers. Elevators and escalators connect the levels. Lost something? Go to the Guest Services desk in the lobby.
