Guidebook for Tucson
Food Scene
Frank's for brunch is the best greasy spoon in all of Tucson! My family has been going there for decades and it was the favorite spot of our grandparents who used to eat there every single day.
30 locals recommend
Frank's & Francisco's Denoche Restaurant
3843 E Pima StFrank's for brunch is the best greasy spoon in all of Tucson! My family has been going there for decades and it was the favorite spot of our grandparents who used to eat there every single day.
It is one of the best restaurants for fine dining in Tucson and is walking distance!
78 locals recommend
Kingfisher
2564 E Grant RdIt is one of the best restaurants for fine dining in Tucson and is walking distance!
It is a family friendly with gaming and lots of activities. It is great for large groups and special occasions. The pretzel fondue is a must order!
97 locals recommend
Culinary Dropout
2543 E Grant RdIt is a family friendly with gaming and lots of activities. It is great for large groups and special occasions. The pretzel fondue is a must order!
Trident has several locations (also one on Speedway) with a diversity of food options and happy hour specials. I like the one on Swan because it has a nice outdoor space.
28 locals recommend
Trident Grill II
2910 N Swan RdTrident has several locations (also one on Speedway) with a diversity of food options and happy hour specials. I like the one on Swan because it has a nice outdoor space.
Drinks & Nightlife
It is walking distance! Has been around for about 50 years and is the local dive bar.
9 locals recommend
Bay Horse Tavern
2802 E Grant RdIt is walking distance! Has been around for about 50 years and is the local dive bar.
Rialto Theatre
318 E Congress StLive music, arts & culture.
Sightseeing
I have heard that these are the best caverns in the country, but book early because the tours sell out!
216 locals recommend
Kartchner Caverns State Park
2980 AZ-90I have heard that these are the best caverns in the country, but book early because the tours sell out!
I have heard that this is not nearly as spectacular as Kartchner Caverns, but it is closer and easier to book.
131 locals recommend
Colossal Cave Mountain Park
16721 E Old Spanish TrailI have heard that this is not nearly as spectacular as Kartchner Caverns, but it is closer and easier to book.
Parks & Nature
Sabino Canyon
Scenic with running water and vegetation!
Mount Lemmon
Cooler temps and great views!
Catalina State Park
11570 North Oracle RoadGreat for hiking trails and camping.
The magnificence and majesty of some of the worlds oldest and largest cacti!
320 locals recommend
Saguaro National Park
The magnificence and majesty of some of the worlds oldest and largest cacti!
Great for running and biking. Has a paved loop that is 3.5-4 miles around.
43 locals recommend
Reid Park
Great for running and biking. Has a paved loop that is 3.5-4 miles around.
Arts & Culture
It is interesting to experience local flora and fauna.
670 locals recommend
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
2021 N Kinney RdIt is interesting to experience local flora and fauna.
Great for all ages and has a lot of relevance in history.
258 locals recommend
Pima Air and Space Museum
6000 E Valencia RdGreat for all ages and has a lot of relevance in history.
Entertainment & Activities
Old Tucson
Great for families. Wild west scenes, history, shootouts, etc.
Reid Park Zoo
3400 E Zoo CtIt is really close by!
A local outdoor pool that is covered. Fun for kids and families and very budget friendly, easy to get in.
6 locals recommend
Edith Ball Adaptive Recreation Center
3455 E Zoo CtA local outdoor pool that is covered. Fun for kids and families and very budget friendly, easy to get in.