Hidden gems: Things to dos in Tucson

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 Tucson. This list contains 87 places from Things to do category.

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Turquesa Art & Beauty Studio
Beauty salon
5.00 (37 reviews)
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Carnival of Illusion
Magician
👍👍 My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed the show! I had wanted tickets for a couple of years and it's often sold out ahead of time so kept trying. We went and really enjoyed the show. Their close up magic was excellent. The showmanship was outstanding and they just reeled in the audience with their enga...
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5.00 (29 reviews)
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Art gallery
👍👍 The best stickers in town! Supporting local artists for as long as I can remember! Amazing gallery with amazing people! This gallery is thought provoking, wonderful customer service.
5.00 (28 reviews)
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Casa Kira
Jewelry designer
👍👍 Casa Kira has so many pretty earrings that look great on me, and they're so light and comfortable - you can tell that the designer really wears her own jewelry. Plus the beads are all ethically sourced, hallelujah!
5.00 (23 reviews)
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Air Graveyard
Historical landmark
5.00 (13 reviews)
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Rock Garden
Garden
5.00 (5 reviews)
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Philabaum Glass Gallery
Art gallery
Glass-art gallery featuring brightly colored contemporary pieces & a studio where the owner works.
4.90 (91 reviews)
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Etherton Gallery
Art gallery
Museum commemorating 19th-century to modern-day photography in a historic building.
4.90 (84 reviews)
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Tucson Audubon Society
Association or organization
👍👍 I recently found out about the Tucson Audubon Society and it fascinated me to learn that it was an educational and pro-active bird conservationist and protective organization. I honestly thought someone said The Tucson Autobahn society and got real excited to meet some germans who love to go FAST on...
4.90 (64 reviews)
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Reid Park Zoological Society
Non-profit organization
👍👍 This is my family's favorite zoo! Good shade through the park, but remember to wear sun screen. You get to see all the animals really good. I felt like it was more up close look. The peacocks all over the park are beautiful.🐘🐘
4.90 (34 reviews)
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Groundworks
Non-profit organization
4.90 (24 reviews)
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Contreras Gallery and Jewelry (Silversmiths) Custom handmade silver and turquoise jewelry.
Jewelry designer
👍👍 Hand crafted custom wedding bands made by Michael Contreras silversmith. My husband and I decided to celebrate 35 years of marriage with new custom bands. Michael is an amazing, kind, insightful and creative person. He offered to let my husband and I use his father’s blanket as the backdrop for o...
4.90 (19 reviews)
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Old Pueblo Archaeology Center
Museum
👍👍 What a lovely view of the Tucson mountains.
4.90 (12 reviews)
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Whale Mural by Joe Pagac
Tourist attraction
4.90 (12 reviews)
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Tin Town
Museum
👍👍 Tin Town is an amazing, retro gem hidden in the middle of the city. My sister and I were blown away during our two night stay at the saloon, but one could spend a week admiring the historical artifacts and craftsmanship of the place. This little western town is a true “labor of love,” which must hav...
4.90 (11 reviews)
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Otis H. Chidester Scout Museum
Museum
👍👍 Haven't been yet, but saw it reopens April 23rd. Looking forward to seeing it.
4.90 (7 reviews)
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San Pedro Chapel
Wedding chapel
👍 Found this beautiful location to share with you, beautiful area to come and check out you would never know it's in a neighborhood There is a church & a small chapel great historic stop to stop by and see.
4.80 (120 reviews)
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Steward Observatory (University of Arizona)
Observatory
Domed astronomical observatory on a university campus open since 1923 operating several telescopes.
4.80 (100 reviews)
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Tucson Desert Art Museum and Four Corners Gallery
Art museum
Native American textiles & artifacts share space with contemporary paintings at this desert museum.
4.80 (86 reviews)
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