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Top Things to Do in Tucson, Arizona: A

Desert Gem of Culture and Adventure…

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Stroll Through Historic Downtown Tucson
Downtown Tucson combines preserved historic architecture with
modern vibrancy. Explore colorful barrios, art galleries, street murals,
boutique shops, and a buzzing food scene. A 60-minute downtown
walking tour is available via a smartphone guided app. The app
recommends starting at El charro Café Downtown, stop by Presidio San
Agustín De Tucson Museum, then walk to Old Town Artisans. Continue
on to El Presidio Plaza and the Exchange at the Presidio — the Mormon
Battalion Enters Tucson. Then, continue on to the Pimo County Historic
Courthouse, stop by Hotel Congress, and walk around Downtown
Tucson.
Pima Air & Space Museum
The Pima Air & Space Museum is one of the world’s largest museums
with over 400 historic aircraft.

Savor Tucson’s Culinary Scene
Tucson was the first U.S. city designated a UNESCO City of Gastronomy.
The food scene here is heavily influenced by Native American and
Mexican traditions, offering an authentic taste of the borderlands.
Visit Tombstone & Mission San Xavier del Bac Some must try experiences include grabbing a Sonoran hot dog at
Hear the stories of the sometimes violent and storied past of Tucson. El Güero Canelo or carne seca tacos from El Charro Café (the oldest
Walk where the outlaws and those who struggled to keep the peace Mexican restaurant in the U.S.). On Facebook, you can join an insider’s
walked. Belly up to the Bar at Big Nose Kate's Saloon, and venture into guide that provides input on top eateries and recommendations
the caverns of the Good Enough Mine Tour. Experience the excitement including delicacies like cochinita (slow-roasted pork), fresh
at the reenactment of the gunfight at the OK Corral! Find out how the empanadas, and more. Learn about the different cultural influences in
University of Arizona almost didn't happen, but a Saloon owner and Tucson’s cuisine and take in some of the city’s top landmarks as you
two gamblers saved the day. Learn about the Apache Indians and their stroll through the downtown.
reputation as pirates of the desert, and their raiding, pillaging, and
ruthless ways. View the exquisite White Dove of the Desert and see Horseback Riding
where the Dillinger Gang was captured in the 1930s. Horseback riding is as much a part of Tucson and Southern Arizona as
cactus, Wildcat basketball, and sweet, salty, transcendent margaritas.
Located just south of Tucson, this 18th-century Spanish Catholic
mission is a stunning example of Baroque architecture and still serves For more information and fees for local tours or activities, visit
the Tohono O’odham Nation today. https://www.getyourguide.com/tucson-l1004/.

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