Tucson Community Resources
What to Do in Tucson, Arizona?
If you have just purchased Tucson real estate, you may be looking for something to do in the area. Tucson offers a wide array of attractions, something for everyone. There are Spanish missions, Old Western towns, major astronomical observatories, regional gardens and zoos, and research and education centers—many are world renown.
Located in the heart of the Sonoran Desert, has living exhibits which includes more than 1,300 types of plants, 300 kinds of animals..
The 2,000 acre park showcases crystal-filled Colossal Cave and historic La Posta Quemada Ranch. Cave tours, museum, Western trail rides, picnicking.
Desert retreat featuring the most complete collection of the artist Ted DeGrazia’s works plus adobe mission and home.
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium
Star Theater planetarium has fun and education programs for all ages. Numerous exhibits from hands-on science demonstrations to a major national mineral displays. Sky shows for all ages including introduction to Arizona Skies?. Evening laser light concerts in Planetarium.
Featuring natural-history collections from around the world, hands-on exhibits, Wildlife Theater showing films hourly.
On this tour you will discover the role water has played in the creation of Kartchner Caverns. You will see some of the tiniest, most delicate formations found in the cave, as well as the largest column in Arizona. This tour includes an up-close look at the variety of formations and colors that makes this cave one of the top ten in the world.
Kitt Peak National Observatory
EXPLORE YOUR UNIVERSE!
The world’s largest collection of optical telescopes is located high above the Sonoran Desert. Kitt Peak, on the Tohono O’odham Reservation, is home to 22 optical and two radio telescopes representing dozens of astronomical research institutions. The National Optical Astronomy Observatory (NOAO), funded by the National Science Foundation, oversees site operations on Kitt Peak
Acclaimed as finest example of mission architecture in U.S. Southwest of Tucson on Tohono O’odham Reservation.
Old Tucson Studio is southern Arizona’s premier outdoor entertainment venue with a full array of live shows, thrilling stunts, saloon musicals. Stagecoach adventures and fun for the whole family.
More than 250 aircraft representing America’s history.
Over 500 animals from different continents in naturalistic settings. Conservation, recreation and education for the entire family.
Experience the beauty of one of the most unique Southwestern desert canyons on a Sabino Canyon tram ride. Sabino Canyon is a natural desert oasis located in Tucson’s Coronado National Forest and is home to spectacular desert landscapes and abundant wildlife. A narrated, educational 45-minute, 3.8 mile tour into the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains. Daytime rides 365 days a year. Moonlight rides three times monthly Apr.–Dec.
Descend into Titan II ICBM Site 571-7, the only publicly accessible missile complex in the world.
Authentic Old West atmosphere for almost 50 years, world-famous Pinnacle® Peak Steakhouse, Savoy Opera House, stunt shows, narrow gauge train, distinctive shops, vintage carousel.
An urban oasis of 5 plus acres with 15 specialty gardens that surround visitors with beauty and inspiration.
Southern Arizona’s interactive museum for children. Explore ten exciting galleries of hands-on exhibits and participate in challenging activities. Guided tours for groups available.
Tucson Museum of Art & Historic Block
Notable permanent collection, as well as 10–12 changing exhibitions annually. Historic Block features five restored homes of historic El Presidio District.
Let Pam Treece guide you through 