Tucson Arizona Tourist Attractions

Thinking of which Tucson Arizona Tourist attractions are here around town?

Because you're beginning to plan your trip to Tucson, AZ? You're possibly in for a whole new experience!

As locals, we've explored our city's many interesting areas. And we're honored to show you around. In fact we love that opportunity, since we love where we live!

We'll recommend some of the top, popular spots for you.

Whether you're a couple, a family, or a group of friends, Tucson offers a lot. Combined with the area's natural beauty, varied culture, and its history. Among which you can visit unfamiliar places that make Tucson a vacation worth budgeting for.

See these top Tucson Arizona tourist attractions...

Our View, Overlooking the City of Tucson
From Our Home Here We Can Access All the Sights Pretty Easily!

This has got to be about the best, true-to-life places for our local desert areas.

Put the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum at the top of your list. Because although called a "museum" it combines those types of features with an aquarium, reptile viewing, desert botanical garden, hummingbird environment, and the area's natural history. And lots more!

Walk its trails and you'll enjoy the unique flora and fauna of this Sonoran Desert. It’s a natural learning experience we think you'll love.

You’ll see everything from mountain lions to hummingbirds, with lots of variety in between.

• Don't miss the raptor show (Amazing - they fly right over your head!)
• Walking from the desert "uphill" to the alpine environment in mountain Sky Islands.
• Docent interaction displays

Docents Get You Up Close to Desert Wildlife - A Western Screech Owl

For families with young children, ages 2 & under are free. For kids 3-12 it's $20. Everyone older, $30. But there's a Senior Discount.

Plan ahead for the weather, especially in the warmest times of the year. Almost 9/10 of this natural attraction is walking outside on lined-out trails. Though on summer nights, they open Saturday evenings, when it cools down.

Take the brochure, containing a park map, plus safety precaution tips.

Located in Tucson Mountain Park, at 2021 N. Kinney Rd., West of the City.

For nature enthusiasts, Sabino Canyon is a must-do in Tucson Arizona.

It's really a desert oasis with a running stream.

There are breathtaking hikes to try. Have an easy walk, or maybe you're up for more challenging trails. You might catch a glimpse of Bighorn Mountain Sheep!

A Rocky Cliff Environment
That Bighorn Sheep Love!

The tram ride has two different narrated routes. A nice way for families with young children to ride, while viewing the awesome scenery. But it's still a perfect trip for all visitors.

In fact it's an effort-saving way to get to the Seven Falls Trailhead. Provided by the US Forest Service as a Recreation area.

Late Day Shadows Falling on Desert Hillsides in Sabino Canyon

Arrive early in morning or be there later in the afternoon for a visual treat & an amazing photo opp. Those golden hours, when lower sunlight gives a red glow to the landscape.

We think it's one of the most popular Tucson Arizona tourist attractions. So be sure to make Advance Tram Reservations.

People Love Getting in the Waterfall Pool
We Took the Trail Here to Seven Falls Once, About 1998
Well Worth the Effort!

Do you love watching old Wild West movies? Or reliving that historical American era?

Then Old Tucson is a Tucson Arizona Tourist Attraction for you! If you have kids, they're bound to love it.

Many old Western-themed movies & TV shows did some filming there. Now it features that film history. Plus it's a theme park, too.

Located down the road from the Desert Museum, at 201 Kinney Road.

Old Western Movie Set at Old Tucson Studios

Colossal Cave Mountain Park is an interesting Tucson Arizona tourist attraction.

When first moving to Tucson, it was one of the first places we went to. It's been having a do-over in the past number of years - for the better.

It's part of local history. Listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. It was a refuge for early Native American peoples & in the Wild West used as a hideout. Constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Great Depression.

You can have a guided tour today. Exploring it can be a (literally) cool way to spend part of your day.

But there's even more. Like hiking trails, horseback riding & a butterfly garden.

Directions: From Interstate-10, take Exit-279, go east on Colossal Cave Road. You'll see entry on the right. From in town, access it from East Old Spanish Trail, which connects to E.Broadway, E.22nd or East Golf Links Road.

Inside the Cave

Any trip to Tucson is incomplete without visiting Saguaro National Park.

It features the iconic saguaro cactus. Those very tall cacti with arms coming from the sides. There are two sections. It's advisable to Consider Posted Alerts, to avoid problems.

Saguaro National Park East

At the Rincon Mountain Visitor Center, you'll learn the longevity of these cacti. They can become over 200 years old!

A paved road, Cactus Forest Loop Drive takes you on a self-drive auto tour with excellent views of the saguaro's desert landscape. And the Rincon Mountains. Or take your bicycle through the drive.

There are other ways to see it all, like trails. Some very easy, and on up in difficulty.

Winter hours are 9am-5pm. Summer opens & closes one hour earlier. Be sure to have your water bottle, and remember your camera!

Sun Glaring Along the Tucson Desert Tour Roadway

Saguaro National Park West

Another section of Saguaro National Park is on the west side of town. The Tucson Mountain District.

Easily Walked Nature Path in the West Park

Directions: One easy scenic option to get there is taking Ina Road exit off Interstate-10.

• Turn west and follow it out.
• Watch the turn/curve left onto Wade Road, soon becoming Picture Rocks Road.
• You'll drive into a large dip, and then up the hill where you'll note you've entered the park. 

From there most are gravel/dirt roads into this rural park environment. The Visitor Center is off a paved road: 2700 North Kinney Road.

• Follow Picture Rocks Road out to the stop-sign, at a 4-corners business area.
• Make a left & continue on Sandario Road
• Turn left when you see North Kinney. Signs mark the turn.

Sunset View Over a Valley in Saguaro National Park West

There's even more attractions in Tucson AZ. For family vacations, on romantic getaways, or having a trip with good friends. You'll see there's something for everyone. Here's another sampling:

• Tucson Museum of Art in historic downtown. Subjects like the American Southwest & much more.

Entry to Tucson Museum of Art at 140 North Main Ave.

• Fourth Avenue is an eclectic combo of boutiques, shops, and restaurants. From Mexican to vegan & everything in between.

Mural as Seen Along Tucson's Quirky Fourth Avenue

• Pima Air & Space Museum is the best for aviation or history enthusiasts. You'll view over 350 aircraft, in one of the largest aerospace museums, world-wide. Guided tours add lots of inside information.

We've Been Here Several Times Cuz We Always Recommend It to Visiting Family

• Like stargazing? Go westward out Ajo Way to Kitt Peak National Observatory. The home to the world's largest assortment of optical telescopes. Tours plus night-time stargazing programs are the best.

Steep Climb Up the Road to the Top in a Car. Nice Views, find it out west along Ajo Road.