Things to do in Southern Arizona

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Fox Theatre featuring signage, heritage elements and theater scenes
Fox Theatre showing street scenes, a city and signage
Saguaro National Park featuring desert views and mountains
Old Tucson Studios which includes mountains, desert views and tranquil scenes
Saguaro National Park featuring desert views and a sunset

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What to do in Southern Arizona

Things to Do in Southern Arizona with Kids

There's fun for the entire family no matter where you go in Southern Arizona. Here are some family friendly experiences you can do together that are certain to make your getaway unforgettable:


 

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#Trovember —Winter nightfalls in the Sonoran Desert; you can’t make this stuff up! Tucson sunsets are the best... #MyBackyard

Catalina Foothills

Nestled north of Tucson, this affluent community boasts upscale shopping at La Encantada and luxurious resorts along the resort corridor. Explore attractions like Sabino Canyon, DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, and the scenic Santa Catalina Mountains.

Catalina Foothills
Downtown Tucson

Downtown Tucson

3.5/5(413 area reviews)

Historic architecture and traditions are integrated seamlessly into the city’s hip, cosmopolitan urban center, which is connected to other Tucson areas by a streetcar route.

Downtown Tucson
Tohono Chul Park which includes outdoor art and desert views

Casas Adobes

Visitors highly recommend Casas Adobes for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Catalina Golf Course while you're in town.

Casas Adobes
Tucson Botanical Gardens featuring a garden

Midtown

If you're spending some time in Midtown, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Midtown
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Tanque Verde

Tanque Verde is noteworthy for its golf courses, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Arizona National Golf Club and Saguaro National Park.

Tanque Verde
Old Tucson Studios showing heritage elements and tranquil scenes

Tucson Estates

While visiting Tucson Estates, you might make a stop by sights like Old Tucson Studios and Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum.

Tucson Estates

 

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Southern Arizona on a sunny day?
What to do in Southern Arizona on a rainy day?
Take advantage of a rainy day by signing up for an indoor activity, like an Escape Room Tucson or a Ace of Escape.
What is Southern Arizona famous for?
University of Arizona is a symbol of Southern Arizona, so be sure to give yourself enough time to visit.
What should I not miss in Southern Arizona?
Set aside time in your schedule to explore major attractions like Old Tucson Studios and Arizona Stadium.
Are there cheap things to do in Southern Arizona?
What can you do in Southern Arizona for free?
You'll hardly have time to pull your wallet out of your backpack with so many incredible free attractions:

  • Casino del Sol
  • Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino
  • Sabino Canyon
  • Davis-Monthan Air Force Base

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