{"id":857,"date":"2020-02-11T22:23:31","date_gmt":"2020-02-11T22:23:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/?p=857"},"modified":"2021-04-30T12:28:47","modified_gmt":"2021-04-30T19:28:47","slug":"best-kept-secrets-in-phoenix","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/best-kept-secrets-in-phoenix\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Hidden &#038; Secret Places to Go in Phoenix"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a0addd274dbb\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #ec4f15;color:#ec4f15\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #ec4f15;color:#ec4f15\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a0addd274dbb\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/best-kept-secrets-in-phoenix\/#Cholla_Trail_6131_E_Cholla_Ln\" title=\"Cholla Trail | 6131 E Cholla Ln\">Cholla Trail | 6131 E Cholla Ln<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/best-kept-secrets-in-phoenix\/#Arizona_Falls_5802_E_Indian_School_Rd\" title=\"Arizona Falls | 5802 E Indian School Rd\">Arizona Falls | 5802 E Indian School Rd<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/best-kept-secrets-in-phoenix\/#Lookout_Mountain_Preserve_15800_N_16th_St\" title=\"Lookout Mountain Preserve | 15800 N 16th St\">Lookout Mountain Preserve | 15800 N 16th St<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/best-kept-secrets-in-phoenix\/#Dicks_Hideaway_6008_N_16th_St\" title=\"Dick\u2019s Hideaway | 6008 N 16th St\">Dick\u2019s Hideaway | 6008 N 16th St<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/best-kept-secrets-in-phoenix\/#Circle_6_Studios_1424_E_Virginia_Ave\" title=\"Circle 6 Studios | 1424 E Virginia Ave\">Circle 6 Studios | 1424 E Virginia Ave<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/best-kept-secrets-in-phoenix\/#The_Farm_at_South_Mountain_6106_S_32nd_St\" title=\"The Farm at South Mountain | 6106 S 32nd St\">The Farm at South Mountain | 6106 S 32nd St<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/best-kept-secrets-in-phoenix\/#Heritage_Square_Phoenix_113_N_6th_St\" title=\"Heritage Square Phoenix | 113 N 6th St\">Heritage Square Phoenix | 113 N 6th St<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being home to many places to visit and experience, Phoenix is a very sought-after destination. In and around the urban-desert city are spots like Camelback Mountain, Desert Botanical Garden, and Phoenix Art Museum. While these well-liked places host many visitors, there are many lesser-known hidden gems that a lot of people don&#8217;t know about. In this article, you will learn about the best secret places to go in Phoenix.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_858\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-858\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-858\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/arizona-hikers-guide.jpg\" alt=\"secrets phoenix\" width=\"750\" height=\"422\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/arizona-hikers-guide.jpg 750w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/arizona-hikers-guide-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/arizona-hikers-guide-370x208.jpg 370w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/arizona-hikers-guide-406x228.jpg 406w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/arizona-hikers-guide-270x152.jpg 270w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/arizona-hikers-guide-600x338.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-858\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: Arizona Hikers Guide<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cholla_Trail_6131_E_Cholla_Ln\"><\/span>Cholla Trail | 6131 E Cholla Ln<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cholla Trail is three miles of attractive scenery that offers a great exercise. At the top of the trail, you can see the unique beauty of Paradise Valley while also taking in the majestic view of Downtown Phoenix. Cholla Trail is dog-friendly, but be advised that some parts are steep and rocky.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/7-things-to-do-in-chandler-arizona-this-spring\/\">7 Fun Activities to Try This Weekend in Chandler, AZ<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_860\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-860\" style=\"width: 982px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-860\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Screen-Shot-2020-02-11-at-4.01.52-PM.png\" alt=\"secrets phoenix\" width=\"982\" height=\"738\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Screen-Shot-2020-02-11-at-4.01.52-PM.png 982w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Screen-Shot-2020-02-11-at-4.01.52-PM-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Screen-Shot-2020-02-11-at-4.01.52-PM-768x577.png 768w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Screen-Shot-2020-02-11-at-4.01.52-PM-370x278.png 370w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Screen-Shot-2020-02-11-at-4.01.52-PM-842x633.png 842w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Screen-Shot-2020-02-11-at-4.01.52-PM-406x305.png 406w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Screen-Shot-2020-02-11-at-4.01.52-PM-600x451.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 982px) 100vw, 982px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-860\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: TripAdvisor<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Arizona_Falls_5802_E_Indian_School_Rd\"><\/span>Arizona Falls | 5802 E Indian School Rd<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Built in 1902, Arizona Falls was created for beauty and practicality. This man-made attraction not only provides a great place to visit, but it was also once responsible for powering the city up until 1950 when it was shut down. It still remains a social spot for locals to spend time together. Learn about the history of Phoenix energy by visiting the first hydroelectric plant in Phoenix at Arizona Falls.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_861\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-861\" style=\"width: 1071px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-861\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Screen-Shot-2020-02-11-at-4.04.38-PM.png\" alt=\"secrets phoenix\" width=\"1071\" height=\"506\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Screen-Shot-2020-02-11-at-4.04.38-PM.png 1071w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Screen-Shot-2020-02-11-at-4.04.38-PM-300x142.png 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Screen-Shot-2020-02-11-at-4.04.38-PM-1024x484.png 1024w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Screen-Shot-2020-02-11-at-4.04.38-PM-768x363.png 768w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Screen-Shot-2020-02-11-at-4.04.38-PM-370x175.png 370w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Screen-Shot-2020-02-11-at-4.04.38-PM-842x398.png 842w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Screen-Shot-2020-02-11-at-4.04.38-PM-406x192.png 406w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Screen-Shot-2020-02-11-at-4.04.38-PM-600x283.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1071px) 100vw, 1071px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-861\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: TripAdvisor<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lookout_Mountain_Preserve_15800_N_16th_St\"><\/span>Lookout Mountain Preserve | 15800 N 16th St<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for the best secret places to go in Phoenix, <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lookout Mountain Preserve is a hiking trail where you can experience nature without the large crowds.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Unique nature surrounds Lookout Mountain, and there are routes for hikers ranging from beginner to experienced. The trail starts easy at the base of the mountain and gradually gets more difficult the higher you advance. The top of the trail boasts something of a reward with a beautiful view all around.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/insane-eating-challenges-phoenix\/\">The Best Food Eating Challenges to Try in Phoenix<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_862\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-862\" style=\"width: 960px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-862\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/66581317_2520883414642705_1511059177944907776_n.jpg\" alt=\"secrets phoenix\" width=\"960\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/66581317_2520883414642705_1511059177944907776_n.jpg 960w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/66581317_2520883414642705_1511059177944907776_n-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/66581317_2520883414642705_1511059177944907776_n-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/66581317_2520883414642705_1511059177944907776_n-370x278.jpg 370w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/66581317_2520883414642705_1511059177944907776_n-842x632.jpg 842w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/66581317_2520883414642705_1511059177944907776_n-406x305.jpg 406w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/66581317_2520883414642705_1511059177944907776_n-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-862\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: Dick&#8217;s Hideaway<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dicks_Hideaway_6008_N_16th_St\"><\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/richardsonsnm.com\/dicks-hideaway\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dick\u2019s Hideaway | 6008 N 16th St<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The name Dick&#8217;s Hideaway can not be more appropriate as this restaurant, mostly known only to locals, is nestled right beside a hardware store. Not only is it discreetly hidden, it doesn&#8217;t display a sign anywhere in front of it. Dick&#8217;s Hideaway serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a casual manner while in an upscale environment. Their American dishes are their most popular. They are also known for their traditional dishes from Santa Fe.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_863\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-863\" style=\"width: 720px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-863\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/28958944_1619065621474926_7069129179777728512_n.jpg\" alt=\"secrets phoenix\" width=\"720\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/28958944_1619065621474926_7069129179777728512_n.jpg 720w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/28958944_1619065621474926_7069129179777728512_n-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/28958944_1619065621474926_7069129179777728512_n-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/28958944_1619065621474926_7069129179777728512_n-370x493.jpg 370w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/28958944_1619065621474926_7069129179777728512_n-406x541.jpg 406w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/28958944_1619065621474926_7069129179777728512_n-600x800.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-863\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: Circle 6 Studios<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Circle_6_Studios_1424_E_Virginia_Ave\"><\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/circle6studios-com.3dcartstores.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Circle 6 Studios | 1424 E Virginia Ave<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have an interest in unique art like glass blowing, then Circle 6 Studios is the place for you to visit. It displays many glass-blown decorative pieces such as chandeliers, vases, and sculptures. Besides featuring art, Circle 6 Studios provides classes for the public to learn the art of glass blowing. The classes range from beginner to advanced.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_864\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-864\" style=\"width: 720px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-864 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/163747_497951728891_6919228_n.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"720\" height=\"482\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/163747_497951728891_6919228_n.jpg 720w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/163747_497951728891_6919228_n-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/163747_497951728891_6919228_n-370x248.jpg 370w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/163747_497951728891_6919228_n-406x272.jpg 406w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/163747_497951728891_6919228_n-600x402.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-864\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: The Farm<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Farm_at_South_Mountain_6106_S_32nd_St\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thefarmatsouthmountain.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Farm at South Mountain | 6106 S 32nd St<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Known for their farm-to-table approach, The Farm at South Mountain provides one of the most healthy and fresh dining options in Phoenix. Perhaps what makes them a hidden gem the most is that the name of the restaurant changes for each part of the day. When they serve breakfast, they are known as Morning Glory Cafe. When they serve lunch, they are known as The Farm Kitchen, and when they serve dinner, they are known as Quiessence, a true Phoenix secret.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/5-best-coffee-shops-in-mesa\/\">5 Best Coffee Stores to Visit in Mesa, AZ<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_478\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-478\" style=\"width: 960px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-478\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/44990461_1881476451907145_3986178345921413120_n.jpg\" alt=\"top haunted places\" width=\"960\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/44990461_1881476451907145_3986178345921413120_n.jpg 960w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/44990461_1881476451907145_3986178345921413120_n-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/44990461_1881476451907145_3986178345921413120_n-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/44990461_1881476451907145_3986178345921413120_n-391x260.jpg 391w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/44990461_1881476451907145_3986178345921413120_n-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/44990461_1881476451907145_3986178345921413120_n-842x561.jpg 842w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/44990461_1881476451907145_3986178345921413120_n-406x271.jpg 406w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/44990461_1881476451907145_3986178345921413120_n-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-478\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: Rosson House at Heritage Square<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heritage_Square_Phoenix_113_N_6th_St\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/heritagesquarephx.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Heritage Square Phoenix | 113 N 6th St<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heritage Square is one of the most historic parts of Phoenix. It has a very old-fashioned Victorian feel being that the restored buildings and restaurants there are all from the 18th century. This area allows for a break from the busy big-city lifestyle that comes with being in Phoenix. Enjoy the popular but quaint <a href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/phoenix\/top-haunted-places-near-phoenix\/\">Rosson House Museum<\/a> comprised in Heritage Square.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many great spots to explore in Phoenix. The locations mentioned in this article are all great options to visit if you are in search of the best-kept secrets in Phoenix.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Being home to many places to visit and experience, Phoenix is a very sought-after destination. 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