Tucson Attractions

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Which Tucson Attractions should be on the "must do" list of things to do when you're visiting in Tucson?

This list is ever-growing -- and you can even add your favorite Tucson attractions below -- but should get you off to a good start with a little something for everyone.

Remember, visitors, our weather is optimum for year-round outdoor activities!

Don't forget to check out the museums, theatres, shopping, day trips and State Parks as well.

4th Avenue - A stroll down 4th Avenue is a must if you like ecclectic and the unique. It's only about 1/2 mile of street, but you'll find over 100 shops and about 20 places to eat and relax.
(On 4th Avenue between 4th and 9th Streets)

Arizona Sonora Desert Museum - The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is a world-renown "Desert Zoo" showcasing desert animals, creepy critters, and plants.
(2021 North Kinney Road, Tucson. (520) 883-2702)

Biosphere 2 - A center for research, outreach, teaching and life-long learning about Earth, its living systems, and its place in the universe. Tours available.
(North on Oracle Road (Hwy 77) at milepost 96.5)

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Bookman's Used Books - A huge used bookstore that also sells records, audio books, sheet music, magazines, electronic games, and more. Multiple locations
(1930 E Grant - 6230 E. Speedway - 3733 W Ina)

DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun - Gallery of the late Ted DeGrazia in true southwest style. Made from traditional adobe brick, Gallery in the Sun includes DeGrazia's gallery, Mission in the Sun, and a gift shop.
(6300 N Swan - 520-299-9191)

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Downtown Saturday Night -
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Flandrau Science Center, Planetarium & Observatory - The University of Arizona Science Center, mineral museum, planetarium, observatory and science store.
(1601 E. University Blvd. 520-621-STAR)

Gates Pass -
(Speedway west into the mountains)

Mission San Xavier del Bac - A mission built in 1783. Intricate interior, daily mass, self-guided tour, gift shop.
(South on I-19)

Mt. Lemmon - A favorite among Tucson attractions: get out of town to pine trees, hiking, lakes, skiing, camping and cooler weather!
(From Tanque Verde, go north on Catalina Hiway till you're there.)

Old Town Artisans - Located in the historical El Presidio San Augustin de Tucson, they feature distinctive shops and galleries selling southwest fine art.
(201 N. Court Avenue, downtown)

Old Tucson Studios - Setting for hudreds of western movies, gunfights, shopping, tours.
(201 S. Kinney Rd, 520-883-0100)

Pima Air & Space Museum - One of the largest air and space museums in the world. More than 275 aircraft.
(6000 E. Valencia - 520-574-0462)

Presidio San Augustin del Tucson - Built in 1775 to protect Tucson from attacks from the Apache indians.
(La Placita Village in downtown Tucson)

Reid Park Zoo - Tucson's zoo located in Reid Park.
(On Randolph Way, north of 22nd St between Alvernon & Country Club)

Reid Park - Tucson's largest park with golf, jogging trail, duck pond, sports fields, and Hi Corbett field (spring training home to the Colorado Rockies.)
(Between Alvernon & Country Club and 22nd & Broadway)

Titan Missile Museum - the only publicly accessible Titan II missile site in the nation. Tours available.
(1580 W Duval Mine, Sahuarita, AZ - 520-625-7736)

Trail Dust Town - Another favorite Tucson attraction for first time visitors: A former movie set, it now houses fine specialty shops, a carousel, gold panning, stunt shows, the Savoy Opera House, and Pinnacle Peak Restaurant (wear your most un-favorite tie here - wink wink)
(6541 E Tanque Verde)

Tohono Chul Park - One of the ten great botanical gardens in the world! Don't miss tea outdoors in the Hummingbird Garden.
7366 N Paseo del Norte, near Ina & Oracle - 520-742-6455)

Tucson Botanical Gardens - Many unique gardens, tours, gift shop, gallery and cafe.
(2150 N Alvernon - 520-326-9686)

Tucson Symphony Orchestra - Tucson's Symphony Orchestra began in 1929 and now offers a season full of classics, moveable music feasts, TSO Pops series, MasterWorks series, an ensemble series, concert specials, and other events.
(2175 N Sixth Avenue - 520-792-9155)

University of Arizona Poetry Center - The UofA Poetry Center is a living archive, founded in 1960 to maintain and cherish the spirit of poetry.
(At Helen & Vine [NE of Speedway & Mountain])

Valley of the Moon - Built by one man in the 1920s, Valley of the Moon appeals to the magical imagination of children. Rock cliffs, caves, gnome garden, and live theatrical events. Admission is free.
(2544 E. Allen - 520-323-1331)

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