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 Attractions 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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Float Balloon Tours
Balloon ride tour agency
👍👍 What an amazing adventure! Right from the beginning the hospitality was incredible. Pilot Scott was so knowledgeable and made even those afraid of heights comfortable. He told us all about the vegetation, animals and cool sights we were flying over. The breakfast was superb and the set up in the des...
5.00 (77 reviews)
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David Bowie Mural
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Loved it. Easy to get to.
4.90 (124 reviews)
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Phoenix Scuba
Dive shop
👍👍 My husband and I got certified here, great people that make you feel like family. They will help you feel comfortable in the water, find the gear that works for you and all at great prices. Highly recommend!
4.90 (111 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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Arizona Sailing Adventures
Boat tour agency
👍👍 I brought my man on a private sail with Captain Bill and we had an amazing experience! Bill was extremely friendly, down to earth, and pleasant. He allowed us to move about his 22ft boat as we wished and shared his knowledge on the area and sailing. We were allowed to bring our own drinks and snacks...
4.90 (36 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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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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North Mountain
Hiking area
👍👍 I hiked up this mountain on a 104 degree day with a 16 oz of sugar free Redbull in hand making to the peak fairly easy. It's a 30 minute hike that I'd rate medium on toughness for average hikers. You'll definitely be panting hard as you near the peak. Lovely 360 view of the surrounding area when you...
4.80 (149 reviews)
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U.S.S Arizona Memorial at Bolin Memorial Park
Memorial park
Open-air display of a mast, anchor & gun barrel from the battleship that was bombed at Pearl Harbor.
4.80 (135 reviews)
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Shaw Butte Trail
Hiking area
👍👍 Great trail to hike! Nice 360 views of the city and surrounding areas
4.80 (113 reviews)
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Piestewa Peak
Nature preserve
👍 Great vertical hike. I like hikes that are not flat and this one doesn't disappoint. It is about 1100ft elevation gain and is pretty much climbing up stairs or clambering over rocks. Great view of the city at the top. And the pinnacle is amazing. Most mountains don't have such a sharp point for you...
4.80 (103 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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Park And Hike
Hiking area
👍👍 I enjoyed this hike, it wasn't particularly well marked with trails seemingly going in different directions. If you climb all the way to the highest peak be prepared for some mild climbing with your hands
4.80 (75 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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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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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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