Musical Instrument Museum Tours and Activities

Musical Instrument Museum
Musical Instrument Museum
Musical Instrument Museum
Musical Instrument Museum
Musical Instrument Museum


Experience a world of music and instruments though audiovisual presentations, interactive displays and workshops.

Phoenix is home to the world’s largest collection of musical instruments, and in this innovative museum, you can do so much more than just stand back and admire them. Founded in 2010, the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) houses almost 15,000 different musical instruments and artifacts from around the world in a custom-built facility covering 180,000 square metres. The airy halls provide a great space for discovering the world of music, and the world’s music, and there are areas for making music too – with recording studios and theatres for the pros, and many hands-on displays for visitors.

The museum is divided into galleries – five focus on the different regions of the world and allow visitors to experience the music and instruments found there, from familiar flutes, ukuleles and bongos to the more unusual. Try your hand at an Australian didgeridoo, enjoy the sweet melody from a stringed Appalachian dulcimer or get your nostrils in gear with a Taiwanese lalingedan nose flute.

There are many historical and unique pieces here, but this is a hands-on experience and everyone is encouraged to have a go. Videos and headphones provide an insight into the sounds and styles of these instruments in their home countries, and also emphasise what a key part music plays in cultures around the globe. Music truly is an international language.

Music fans will love the Artist Gallery, where composers, innovators and musicians are celebrated. Popular pieces here include John Lennon’s piano, some of Elvis Presley’s instruments and a guitar played by Eric Clapton.

The museum is open during the day, but the MIM Music Theatre opens for films and performances at night. Admission includes wireless headphones and there is discounted admission for children.

Tours & day trips

See all 33 activities

Air, helicopter & balloon tours

See all 10 activities

Private & custom tours

See all 6 activities

History & culture

See all 6 activities

Popular places to visit


Top Musical Instrument Museum Hotel & Accommodation Deals

JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
5 out of 5
5350 E Marriott Dr, Phoenix, AZ
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Phoenix North Scottsdale by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Phoenix North Scottsdale by IHG
2.5 out of 5
4575 East Irma Lane, Phoenix, AZ
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Phoenix North Scottsdale by IHG
Marriott's Canyon Villas (2BR)
Marriott's Canyon Villas (2BR)
Phoenix
Marriott's Canyon Villas (2BR)
Stunning North Scottsdale Home w/Heated Pool and Hot Tub
Stunning North Scottsdale Home w/Heated Pool and Hot Tub
Scottsdale
Stunning North Scottsdale Home w/Heated Pool and Hot Tub
Heated Pool.  Game Room- Location- Newly Remodeled!
Heated Pool. Game Room- Location- Newly Remodeled!
Phoenix
Heated Pool. Game Room- Location- Newly Remodeled!
Massive North Scottsdale 6 Bdm w/ Backyard Oasis and Game Room!
Massive North Scottsdale 6 Bdm w/ Backyard Oasis and Game Room!
Scottsdale
Massive North Scottsdale 6 Bdm w/ Backyard Oasis and Game Room!
Fantastic home with private heated pool, grill, Ping-Pong & enclosed backyard
Fantastic home with private heated pool, grill, Ping-Pong & enclosed backyard
Phoenix
Fantastic home with private heated pool, grill, Ping-Pong & enclosed backyard
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.