Tucson is Arizona’s second-largest city, a UNESCO City of Gastronomy and a year-round outdoor playground. Explore places to see with this Tucson visitor’s guide.

From the abundance of Saguaro cactuses and unique wildlife in the Sonoran Desert to the high country and forests of the White Mountains to the breathtaking Grand Canyon, Arizona’s regions are full of experiences that don’t disappoint.

Tribal communities throughout Southern Arizona are represented at the historic Mission Garden, located at the base of A Mountain in Tucson. This plot of land is known as Tucson’s birthplace, where evidence of cultivation dates back more than 4,000 years.

Explore Southern Arizona’s underground spectacle just south of Benson off Highway 90. This massive limestone cavern was discovered in 1974 but kept a secret until all protections were in place for Arizona State Parks to open the living cave to the public in 1999.

Explore Southern Arizona’s sky islands in Coronado National Forest. Mount Lemmon is the highest point in the Santa Catalina Mountains, topping out at more than 9,000 feet. Visit this mountain retreat to cool off in the warmer months and to enjoy a snowy playground in winter.

Towering mountains set the backdrop for epic outdoor thrills at Arizona Zipline Adventures. Featuring the longest zip line in the state at 1,500 feet, the outdoor park features five zips along a course that winds through the magnificent Catalina Foothills. For More Information. 11570 N Oracle Rd Tucson, AZ 85737 (520) 628-5798. Visit ...

On the northeast edge of Tucson, Sabino Canyon is a popular gateway to outdoor adventures in the Santa Catalina Mountains. When locals look at the majestic Santa Catalinas from the valley floor, they often dream about hiking and biking in Sabino Canyon.

A Spanish presidio turned artist colony, explore Tubac, Arizona, where creativity is as present in galleries and shops as it is in kitchens. Home / Places /

Tucson is Arizona’s second-largest city, a UNESCO City of Gastronomy and a year-round outdoor playground. Explore places to see with this Tucson visitor’s guide.

From the abundance of Saguaro cactuses and unique wildlife in the Sonoran Desert to the high country and forests of the White Mountains to the breathtaking Grand Canyon, Arizona’s regions are full of experiences that don’t disappoint.