Best of Tucson
Tucson is Arizona's laid-back, saguaro-studded second city — a UNESCO City of Gastronomy with deep Mexican roots, Saguaro National Park on two sides, the historic barrios and the University of Arizona, plus the world-famous Gem & Mineral Show each winter. Here's the best of Tucson, from events and the desert to the food that made it famous.
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Tucson Food Tours
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5.0(264)Redbird Scratch Kitchen + Bar - Sam Hughes
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4.8(276)Blue Ice Gelato
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4.8(193)Barista Del Barrio
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4.7(722)La Frida Mexican Grill & Seafood
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4.6(774)Postino Grant
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4.6(701)Buendia Breakfast & Lunch Cafe
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4.6(456)Pueblo Vida Brewing
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4.6(232)Tito & Pep
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4.5(818)Rollies Mexican Patio
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4.5(642)Taqueria Juanito's
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4.5(602)Tucson FAQ
What is Tucson known for?
Tucson is known for Saguaro National Park, its UNESCO City of Gastronomy food scene (especially Sonoran Mexican), the University of Arizona, historic barrios, and the annual Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase.
What are the best things to do in Tucson?
Explore Saguaro National Park, tour the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, eat through the city's celebrated Mexican food scene, and visit during the winter Gem Show. Check current events on our Tucson page.
When is the best time to visit Tucson?
October through April is ideal, with mild, sunny weather. Tucson sits higher than Phoenix so it runs slightly cooler; summer brings dramatic monsoon storms.