There are many fun activities to do in Phoenix, AZ, from visiting the Musical Instrument Museum to watching an Arizona Cardinals game. It’s clear that living in Phoenix comes with many perks and unique activities. However, if you are looking for something that is more under-the-radar, figuring out what to do can be a challenge. That’s why we reached out to locals to give us their favorite hidden gems of Phoenix. Whether you’re renting an apartment downtown or just moved into a ranch style house in Camelback East, read on to see what secret spots you need to check out.
1. Arizona Capitol Museum and Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza
The Arizona Capitol Museum showcases the history and culture of Arizona. There are many interactive educational exhibits that focus on the evolution of Arizona from a territory to a state. Across the way is the Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza which is an urban park and gathering space.
Spirit of Arizona Tours shares, “My favorite hidden gem in Phoenix would have to be the Arizona Capitol Museum and Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza across the street. It’s no longer the active State Capitol but is now a free museum. The exhibits inside are very unique to Arizona’s story. Right across the street, you have the Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza filled with all kinds of memorials from various wars and veterans to unique characters in Arizona history.”
2. Phoenix Art Museum
The Phoenix Art Museum houses a multitude of different art forms from the Renaissance to modern art.
“One of our favorite hidden gems in Phoenix is the Phoenix Art Museum,” remarks Haute Media. “This gem features unique public art of all kinds, and we love capturing photography and videography at their events.”
3. Rewind Vintage & Antique
Rewind Vintage & Antique is an awesome Melrose Neighborhood store that has wonderful retro and mid-century decor, vinyl, as well as their own fledgling record label.
“They support and sign local artists and sponsor…