Hidden gems: Tourist attractions in Phoenix

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Phoenix. This list contains 34 places from Tourist attraction category.

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Arizona River Runners
Raft trip outfitter
👍👍 I did the 6 day trip with my family (1 - 60 year old and 5 - in high 20's) and could not recommend it more! Ever since I've gotten back I've told everyone I know to go do this sometime in their life. It is truly a lifechanging trip! The crew was incredible, helpful, and friendly (shout out to Tim,...
5.00 (122 reviews)
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David Bowie Mural
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Loved it. Easy to get to.
4.90 (124 reviews)
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Brophy Chapel
Catholic church
👍👍 Chapel at Brophy is spectacular. Very serene. Great place for wedding. Plenty of parking. Handicap assecible . Beautiful place for pictures if bride was beautiful already wait till you have background here. 1952, 17 years after its closing, Brophy College Preparatory reopened as a high school.[cita...
4.90 (103 reviews)
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Dixie Mountain
Hiking area
👍👍 My first time to this trial head, I would call it backyard trial head, have been around this area never attempted, after running there is no regrets, wonderful terrain and challenging for trail running, very clean, limited crowd, good for moderate levels and beginers. I will come back again somet...
4.90 (59 reviews)
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Lisa Sette Gallery
Art gallery
Art gallery showing contemporary conceptual art in various media & representing several top artists.
4.90 (28 reviews)
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Free Light Drive Thru
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Love the lights and pictures they put everywhere.
4.90 (24 reviews)
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Panino
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Possibly the single greatest experience in the nation, certainly the best in Arizona. Before visiting I was severely mentally deranged and living in a shack. But Panino changed my life. I didn’t know what to expect when I showed up and saw a cat with a canvas laid out in front of him, but I was amaz...
4.90 (24 reviews)
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Observation Point
Tourist attraction
👍👍 It's a tough hike for sure, but what an experience!
4.90 (17 reviews)
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Arizona Buddhist Temple
Place of worship
👍👍 If you are looking for the online Dharma talks form the temple go to Youtube and search for Dharma in the Desert. The 3 ministers from the temple take turns delivering the Dharma message each week.
4.90 (16 reviews)
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Paper Mill Flats
Bird watching area
4.90 (8 reviews)
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Arizona Jewish Historical Society
Museum
👍👍 Was part of the VFW Post 9400 Color Guard team as we presenting colors and Taps 4 the function that was going on there what's had a holocaust Survivor a survivor of 9/11 World War II veteran Korean War veteran and a veteran from Afghanistan very humbling and honoring experience the building and faci...
4.80 (100 reviews)
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Buena Vista Lookout
Tourist attraction
👍👍 This place is more of a couples retreat type of location. There is nothing up here but a park bench and beautiful views. Please note the park bench is hot. I mean hot. I tried to cool it off. It was 108*f up there today. And that park bench was hot enough to boil cotton. I recommend pouring ice wate...
4.80 (85 reviews)
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Taste It Tours
Tourist attraction
👍 We went on a recent Sunday afternoon and enjoyed the tour and the fine food and drink. The tour guide was friendly and informative. The food was plentiful and served promptly. The BBQ and Asian food were the best. Good tacos, chips and salsa. My only negative would be the diner that served pi...
4.80 (63 reviews)
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Gila Valley Lookout
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Great views and a nice place for a picnic. Paragliding was ongoing when we were there. Fun to watch.
4.80 (57 reviews)
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San Juan Lookout
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Both ends of the Alta Trail are steep climbs that will get your heart rate up. The middle section is a mixture of mild hiking and more difficult hiking. On the day of this hike, I talked with another hiker on his way down, that had encountered two other snake besides this one that I encountered twic...
4.80 (32 reviews)
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South Mountain Park/Preserve - Ranger Station
Government office
👍👍 A Very Incredible View 😍
4.80 (29 reviews)
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National Trail Lookout
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Great spot. It has a fantastic view of South Mountain Park and downtown. You can access it either by driving up and hiking less than half a mile to it. Or you can hike about 5 miles from the west side to get to it or 9 miles from the Eastside to get to it.
4.80 (26 reviews)
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Carnival of Illusion
Magician
👍👍 Just saw this gorgeous show at the Tempe Center for the Arts. It is absolutely STUNNING in every way! Everything, from the tickets to the decor, to the brochures and pamphlets to the posters are all exquisite in old world magic aesthetic. The show itself is thrilling! Filled with fun moments of audi...
4.70 (117 reviews)
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Geronimo Trailhead
Hiking area
👍👍 Beautiful trail, extremely easy to miss from the road while driving; there isn't a parking lot, just a little patch of bare ground to park in. It begins with a short stretch of trail between chain link fence and some backyards before you get to the truly scenic part. Steep in parts with difficult te...
4.70 (109 reviews)
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CREATE at Arizona Science Center
Technology museum
😠 If you just pop in and pay to make one of their pre-cut projects, this place is great! However, if you take one of their classes and then pay a monthly fee to use their equipment, then it becomes not so great. Staff members do not have the time to help and make monthly pass holders feel like an in...
4.70 (96 reviews)
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