Guidebook for Tucson
Parks & Nature
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11570 North Oracle RoadGorgeous foothill / mountain hiking 20 minutes away.
20-minute drive; A true desert oasis. Water flows through Sabino Creek and pools among the rocks during the summer and winter rainy seasons. Walk or jog on the 7-mile road through the canyon, or hike one of the off-road trails. Hop on or off the tram. The bridges and dams along Sabino Creek were built by the Works Progress Administration (WPA) and Civilian Conservation Corporation (CCC) during the Great Depression.
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Sabino Canyon
20-minute drive; A true desert oasis. Water flows through Sabino Creek and pools among the rocks during the summer and winter rainy seasons. Walk or jog on the 7-mile road through the canyon, or hike one of the off-road trails. Hop on or off the tram. The bridges and dams along Sabino Creek were built by the Works Progress Administration (WPA) and Civilian Conservation Corporation (CCC) during the Great Depression.
40-minute drive; Desert hiking at its best, among the iconic Saguaros and other cacti. Petroglyphs visible along Signal Hill Trail.
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Saguaro National Park
40-minute drive; Desert hiking at its best, among the iconic Saguaros and other cacti. Petroglyphs visible along Signal Hill Trail.
40-minute drive; Great place to become acquainted with the Sonora Desert's flora and fauna, such as hummingbirds, javelin, scorpions, etc. Footpaths guide you through the desert to visit various animal enclosures. The enclosures are constructed to resemble as closely as possible the animals' natural habitat. The Raptor Show is not to be missed! A restaurant and snack place are available onsite.
29 lokalaca preporučuje
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2021 North Kinney Road40-minute drive; Great place to become acquainted with the Sonora Desert's flora and fauna, such as hummingbirds, javelin, scorpions, etc. Footpaths guide you through the desert to visit various animal enclosures. The enclosures are constructed to resemble as closely as possible the animals' natural habitat. The Raptor Show is not to be missed! A restaurant and snack place are available onsite.
Shopping
10-minute drive; Beautiful shopping mall located in the foothills. Several delicious restaurants.
229 lokalaca preporučuje
La Encantada
2905 E Skyline Dr10-minute drive; Beautiful shopping mall located in the foothills. Several delicious restaurants.
5-minute drive; Shopping, businesses, restaurants, and farmer's market on Sundays.
24 lokalaca preporučuje
Saint Philip's Plaza
5-minute drive; Shopping, businesses, restaurants, and farmer's market on Sundays.
Dark Star Leather
15-minute drive; High-quality, hand-made leather goods
Summit Hut
5251 E Speedway Blvd15 / 20 minute Drive, both locations; outdoor clothing store with knowledgeable staff.
REI
160 W Wetmore Rd10-minute drive; Outdoor gear and clothing.
Essentials
5-minute drive; Delicious groceries at an affordable price. Along The Tucson Loop / Rillito River.
220 lokalaca preporučuje
Trader Joe's
4209 N Campbell Ave 5-minute drive; Delicious groceries at an affordable price. Along The Tucson Loop / Rillito River.
Walgreens Pharmacy
4910 N 1st Ave5-minute drive; Drug store / pharmacy
Sprouts Farmers Market
4645 E Speedway Blvd5-minute drive; Natural & organic grocery items
AJ's
2805 E Skyline Dr 10-minute drive; Up-scale grocery store.
Tucson Medical Center
5301 E Grant Rd20-minute drive; Hospital
Sightseeing
20-minute drive; 19th-century cathedral in downtown Tucson. Beatiful inside and out. Catholic services are regularly offered in English and Spanish, including Mariachi services.
8 lokalaca preporučuje
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192 S Stone Ave20-minute drive; 19th-century cathedral in downtown Tucson. Beatiful inside and out. Catholic services are regularly offered in English and Spanish, including Mariachi services.
30-minute drive; 18th-century Spanish Catholic mission built by Tohono O'odham Indian labour. Considered to be the finest example of Spanish colonial architecture in the US.
An important pilgrimage site to this day.
Located on the Tohono O'odham Indian reservation. Enjoy some frybread prepared by the Tohono O'odham.
329 lokalaca preporučuje
Мисија Сан Ксавијер дел Бак
1950 W San Xavier Rd30-minute drive; 18th-century Spanish Catholic mission built by Tohono O'odham Indian labour. Considered to be the finest example of Spanish colonial architecture in the US.
An important pilgrimage site to this day.
Located on the Tohono O'odham Indian reservation. Enjoy some frybread prepared by the Tohono O'odham.
Food Scene
10-minute drive; Delicious, homey, family-run Mexican restaurant.
30 lokalaca preporučuje
Rosa's Mexican Food Restaurant
1750 E Fort Lowell Rd10-minute drive; Delicious, homey, family-run Mexican restaurant.
El Minuto Cafe
354 S Main AveDelicious, authentic Mexican restaurant. Try the Cheese Crisp!
Starbucks
3025 E Speedway BlvdRaging Sage Coffee Roasters
2458 N Campbell AveIndependent coffee shop
10-minute drive; Family-run restaurant and bakery. Delicious food and friendly atmosphere.
32 lokalaca preporučuje
Ghini's French Caffe
1803 E Prince Rd10-minute drive; Family-run restaurant and bakery. Delicious food and friendly atmosphere.
Entertainment & Activities
The Loft Cinema
3233 E Speedway Blvd20-minute drive; artsy films