Visitors and locals can feel like Paleontologists at the Naco Paleo Site. Invertebrate fossils remain from the days in which Arizona lay beneath shallow seas some 40-50 feet deep—300 million years ago. Find fossils of the ancestors of modern-day fish, reptiles, and insects.

Another popular way of getting to know Fort Myers' landscapes and nature is going on a boat trip. Manatee & Eco River Tours (manateeandecorivertours.com) organize trips along the Caloosahatchee and Orange rivers, with a naturalist on board to tell you about the local flora and fauna. Different options are available — check out the manatee tours (only December to March), which allow visitors to get close to these uncommon sea creatures, or get into a romantic mood with a sunset tour. Book your trip on their website. Magic Wind Adventure Sailing (sailmagicwind.com) is run by an enthusiastic couple that offers sailing trips on the gulf for up to 6 passengers. Book your trip on their website or by phone.

See Rim Country from the skies with Sky King Soaring. Take to the air with scenic tours of the Mogollon Rim and pine country. Flights are given for lay people, as well as airline pilots who wish to obtain a glider add-on rating. Arizona from above gives a whole new perspective.

With its extensive selection and its manifold exhibition programme, the Sprengel Museum ranks among the most important museums for contemporary art of the 20th and 21th century. While featuring both temporary and permanent exhibition, this venue also organises events and activities for visitors of all age that allow you to deeply dunk into the world of art craft.