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Reid Park Zoo
Reid Park Zoo
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Ranked #21 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
4 of 5 stars 122 reviews
A small, but popular, zoo.
Attraction type  Zoos
Distance  3.1 miles from city center
La Fuente
La Fuente
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Ranked #22 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
4 of 5 stars 38 reviews
Attraction type  Bar/ Clubs; Performances
Distance  1.6 miles from city center
Ventana Canyon - Mountain Course
Ranked #23 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Owner description: This 18-hole golf course, designed by famed Tom Fazio, is built around the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains, and... more » Owner description: This 18-hole golf course, designed by famed Tom Fazio, is built around the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains, and features the famous 100-yard par 3 signature hole. « less
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Rocks and Ropes
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Ranked #24 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  Sports Complexes
Distance  0.6 miles from city center
Center for Creative Photography
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Ranked #25 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
4 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Home to a huge collection of photos and negatives by the world's greatest photographers.
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  1.3 miles from city center
Spanish Trail Outfitters
Spanish Trail Outfitters
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Ranked #26 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  Equestrian Trails
Distance  10.7 miles from city center
University of Arizona Museum of Art
University of Arizona Museum of Art
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Ranked #27 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
4.5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Owner description: Tucson’s premier art collection. Seven centuries of art - one museum. Home to the spectacular, 26 surviving panels of the... more » Owner description: Tucson’s premier art collection. Seven centuries of art - one museum. Home to the spectacular, 26 surviving panels of the Altarpiece of Ciudad Rodrigo, acknowledged by scholars as the finest 15th century Castilian altarpiece outside of Spain. Dynamic, changing exhibitions, check website. Hours: Tuesday – Friday, 9 am – 5 pm; Saturday & Sunday, 12 - 4 pm. Closed: Mondays and University holidays. Admission: Adults - $5 / children, students with ID, UA faculty and staff – free. « less
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  1.3 miles from city center
Tucson Museum of Art
Tucson Museum of Art
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Ranked #28 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
4 of 5 stars 24 reviews
Owner description: Blending the traditional with the inventive, the Tucson Museum of Art presents original and traveling exhibitions with a... more » Owner description: Blending the traditional with the inventive, the Tucson Museum of Art presents original and traveling exhibitions with a focus on Art of the American West, Art of Latin America, Modern and Contemporary art, and Asian art. Located in downtown, the Museum also includes a historic block that provides visitors with a unique look into Tucson’s past. « less
Attraction type  Art Museums; Specialty Shops
Arizona State Museum
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Ranked #29 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
4 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Owner description: The oldest anthropological museum in the region, the Arizona State Museum has been collecting and interpreting the cultures... more » Owner description: The oldest anthropological museum in the region, the Arizona State Museum has been collecting and interpreting the cultures of the Southwest since 1893. « less
Attraction type  Natural History Museums
Distance  1.1 miles from city center
Arizona Theater Company
Ranked #30 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Theaters
Old Tucson Studios
Old Tucson Studios
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Ranked #31 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
3.5 of 5 stars 178 reviews
Owner description: Where the Spirit of the Old West Comes Alive! Have you visited Old Tucson lately? In addition to the old movie sets and... more » Owner description: Where the Spirit of the Old West Comes Alive! Have you visited Old Tucson lately? In addition to the old movie sets and memorabilia of its rich Western film history, Old Tucson is now the premier attraction in the Southwest to experience what life in the Old West was really like. Heritage Square contains 12 new movie quality sets and 3 new streets in the “town square.” The design of the new building sets was led by Gene Rudolf a credited Art Director for many movies including Young Guns II, The Great Gatsby, The Right Stuff, and many more. Recent additions are the Native American Village and Living History Program. Just a stroll down the street is an adventure as you learn about the perils of cross-country travel via stagecoach, schools on the frontier, the demands of life as a sheriff in a Wild West town, and other topics discussed throughout the town. Old Tucson Living History programs are designed to be entertaining yet educational. Our goal is to create the atmosphere of a western town circa 1865–1900 that lets guests step back in time. Old Tucson has adopted a new logo to represent its expanded focus on Old West history, heritage, and culture in addition to its storied film history and world-famous entertainment. This broadening of scope is represented by the iconic wagon wheel, symbolic of the great westward movement of settlers to the southwest in the 1800s by wagon train. The seven spokes of the wheel represent the strong cultural and historic groups that made significant contributions to Tucson’s rich heritage: Native Americans, Spanish Colonials, Mexicans, Western Cowboys, Ranchers, Chinese, and African-Americans. The seven spokes join at the wheel’s hub (the location of the Old Tucson name), representing the synergistic joining of culturals and heritages at Old Tucson for a living western experience found nowhere else in southern Arizona. Moving us toward the future, the wagon wheel reminds us to honor and celebrate our history, heritage, and diverse cultures. Old Tucson spring special events include Wild West Days and the Cowboy Music Festival (presented in conjuction with the Western Music Association, AZ Chapter. Operating Hours and AZ Resident Discount. Old Tucson invites you to see for yourself the New Old Tucson – Where the Spirit of the Old West Comes Alive! Old Tucson is open daily thru April. For a limited time, Old Tucson is offering Arizona residents one free admission with the purchase of a regular priced adult ticket. This buy-one, get-one-free offer requires a valid Arizona ID. One discount per id; cannot not be combined with any other discounts. « less
Attraction type  Amusement/ Theme Parks; Specialty Museums; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  9.4 miles from city center
Spencer's Observatory
Spencer's Observatory
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Ranked #32 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Observatories/ Planetariums
Distance  8.0 miles from city center
White Stallion Ranch
White Stallion Ranch
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Ranked #33 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Ranchs
Distance  15.5 miles from city center
Fantasy Island
Ranked #34 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Biking Trails
San Xavier Plaza
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Ranked #35 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  3.6 miles from city center
St. Augustine Cathedral
St. Augustine Cathedral
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Ranked #36 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  0.2 miles from city center
Golf N' Stuff Family Fun Center
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Ranked #37 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
4 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Attraction type  Amusement/ Theme Parks
Distance  7.0 miles from city center
Finger Rock Trail
Ranked #38 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews

Finger Rock Trail is a scenic but very demanding hike.  The first section of the trail (~ 1 mile in distance) is fairly flat, and takes you through beautiful desert.  This section... more »

Attraction type  Lookouts; Hiking Trails
Honey Bee Canyon Trail
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Ranked #39 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
Distance  10.6 miles from city center
Rillito River Park
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Ranked #40 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
4 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Attraction type  Jogging Paths/ Tracks; Biking Trails; Parks; Hiking Trails
Distance  4.5 miles from city center
Picture Rocks Miniature Horse Ranch
Picture Rocks Miniature Horse Ranch
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Ranked #41 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Especially for kids... mini-horses, dwarf spotted goats and Bantam roosters & chickens
Attraction type  Farms; Ranchs
Distance  16.7 miles from city center
Arizona Historical Society -- Tucson Main Museum
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Ranked #42 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
4 of 5 stars 8 reviews
This specialty museum, dedicated to the history of Arizona, includes a re-created mining tunnel.
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  1.1 miles from city center
Casino Del Sol
Casino Del Sol
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Ranked #43 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
4 of 5 stars 18 reviews
Owner description: Casino Del Sol, Southern Arizona's premier entertainment and gaming destination, offers nearly 1000 slot machines, live... more » Owner description: Casino Del Sol, Southern Arizona's premier entertainment and gaming destination, offers nearly 1000 slot machines, live blackjack, poker and bingo. There are 6 restaurants and three bars, live entertainment Thursday - Saturday nights and world-class entertainment at AVA Amphitheater. « less
Attraction type  Casinos
Distance  9.0 miles from city center
International Wildlife Museum
International Wildlife Museum
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Ranked #44 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
4 of 5 stars 33 reviews
Owner description: The International Wildlife Museum is dedicated to increasing knowledge of and appreciation for the diverse wildlife of the... more » Owner description: The International Wildlife Museum is dedicated to increasing knowledge of and appreciation for the diverse wildlife of the world, as well as explaining the role of wildlife management in conservation. Founded in 1988, the museum has over 400 kinds of insects, mammals and birds from all over the globe. Some of the collections are more than 100 years old and all the species found at the museum were donated by various government agencies, wildlife rehabilitation centers, captive breeding programs, zoos and individuals. The museum features a collection of animals from all over the world, along with dioramas re-creating the natural environment in which these animals live. Your visit is an excellent opportunity to see animals up close and gain a better understanding of their size and adaptive characteristics. The museum has many touchable specimens on display. All exhibits are indoors and the facility is wheelchair accessible and air-conditioned. Wildlife movies run hourly from 10am until 4pm. « less
Attraction type  Natural History Museums
Distance  5.8 miles from city center
Pima Canyon
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Ranked #45 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
4 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Canyons
Distance  9.0 miles from city center
Reid Park
Ranked #46 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
4 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Parks; Playgrounds
Fourth Avenue
Fourth Avenue
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Ranked #47 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
3.5 of 5 stars 31 reviews
An historic shopping area
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Neighborhoods
Distance  1.0 miles from city center
Valley of the Moon
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Ranked #48 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews

View across the lawn to the Tower of Zogog Valley of the Moon is a unique area built by George Phar Legler in the 1920s for the purpose of appealing to the magical imagination of... more »

Attraction type  Deserts
Distance  4.3 miles from city center
"A"Mountain (Sentinel Peak)
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Ranked #49 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
4 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Attraction type  Lookouts; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Mountains; Historic Sites
Distance  0.7 miles from city center
Arizona National Golf Club
Arizona National Golf Club
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Ranked #50 of 145 Attractions in Tucson
4 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Owner description: This desert course, located at the base of the Santa Catalina Mountains, is known for its breathtaking views, stunning... more » Owner description: This desert course, located at the base of the Santa Catalina Mountains, is known for its breathtaking views, stunning beauty, challenging design and topnotch customer service. « less
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  12.2 miles from city center
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