Guidebook for Tucson
Sightseeing
Gates Pass Trail
6400 W Gates Pass RdParks & Nature
You can take a $13 tram into the canyon and then hike out if you want, stay on the tram for the whole tour, or pick up the tram when you are tired of the uniquely beautiful views and vegetation.
212 locals recommend
Sabino Canyon
You can take a $13 tram into the canyon and then hike out if you want, stay on the tram for the whole tour, or pick up the tram when you are tired of the uniquely beautiful views and vegetation.
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
2021 N Kinney RdThey have a lot of natural wild life.
Shopping
Walk to St Phillips- dinning and shopping . They also have a Farmer's Market/Craft Fair there Saturday's and Sundays.
Union House Restaurant/ A French Restaurant/ Mexican Restaurant as well
16 locals recommend
St Phillips Plaza
Walk to St Phillips- dinning and shopping . They also have a Farmer's Market/Craft Fair there Saturday's and Sundays.
Union House Restaurant/ A French Restaurant/ Mexican Restaurant as well
Just a few minutes from the house.
Too many restaurants and shops to mention.
98 locals recommend
Tucson Mall
4500 N Oracle RdJust a few minutes from the house.
Too many restaurants and shops to mention.
Five minute scenic drive to Foothills. This is place has every high end shopping and dinning you could want, as well as a very fancy grocery store called AJ's.
229 locals recommend
La Encantada
2905 E Skyline DrFive minute scenic drive to Foothills. This is place has every high end shopping and dinning you could want, as well as a very fancy grocery store called AJ's.
Farmer's Market/ Crafts at St. Phillip's Plaza Saturday and Sunday 8am-1pm.
Not as good as the Heirloom Market on Sunday's at Rillito Park, but still a nice walk on the Rillito walking/ Bike Trail.
Must cross foot bridge, it is on the other side of the river.
9 locals recommend
FoodInRoot Farmers' Markets
4280 N Campbell AveFarmer's Market/ Crafts at St. Phillip's Plaza Saturday and Sunday 8am-1pm.
Not as good as the Heirloom Market on Sunday's at Rillito Park, but still a nice walk on the Rillito walking/ Bike Trail.
Must cross foot bridge, it is on the other side of the river.
Food Scene
It also has an amazing bakery!!!
Get's voted best breakfest for Tucson often
32 locals recommend
Ghini's French Caffe
1803 E Prince RdIt also has an amazing bakery!!!
Get's voted best breakfest for Tucson often
Blanco Tacos + Tequila
2905 E Skyline DrGreat views and good food.
Beyond Bread
3026 N Campbell AveGood and reasonable food, Fresh baked breads, soups and breakfast.
P.F. Chang's
1805 E River RdClose chain.
Zinburger
1865 E River RdHigh quality burger and fries. Kind of Trendy vibe
RA Sushi Bar Restaurant
2905 E Skyline DrGood sushi
Good coffee shop in walking distance (next to Trader Joe's) 0.4 miles
Can get there from the walking trail as well.
44 locals recommend
Caffe Luce
245 E Congress StGood coffee shop in walking distance (next to Trader Joe's) 0.4 miles
Can get there from the walking trail as well.
Bruegger's Bagels
1064 N Campbell AveGreat East Coast style Bagels
Starbucks
3025 E Speedway BlvdThere are two Starbucks on River Road, but this is the closest.
Sullivan's Steakhouse
1785 East River RoadUpscale
Shogun Japanese Restaurant
5036 N Oracle RdIt is reasonably priced, close to the house, and has daily specials
Really great Italian and very reasonable. This is one of my favorites!
15 locals recommend
Scordato's Pizzeria
4911 N Stone AveReally great Italian and very reasonable. This is one of my favorites!
The Tasteful Kitchen
501 East 28th StreetModern Vegetarian Cuisine by the U of A,
Lovin' Spoonfuls Vegan Restaurant
2990 N Campbell AveVegetarian- Accommodate dietary needs.
Arts & Culture
The Gallery is located in the Catalina Foothill and was built by the artist himself, a crusty eccentric man who's story and gallery are uniquely rustic, and tranquil. One of my favorite places to Meditate.
96 locals recommend
DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun Museum
6300 N Swan RdThe Gallery is located in the Catalina Foothill and was built by the artist himself, a crusty eccentric man who's story and gallery are uniquely rustic, and tranquil. One of my favorite places to Meditate.
Fox Tucson Theatre
17 W Congress StLive music hall
Drinks & Nightlife
Close to U of A. Night life music, bar's and breweries.
A cool hipster vibe. Lot's of restaurants too.
45 locals recommend
North 4th Avenue
North 4th AvenueClose to U of A. Night life music, bar's and breweries.
A cool hipster vibe. Lot's of restaurants too.
The Living Room Wine Cafe & Lounge
2905 E Skyline DrNice bar in trendy location
This is really a Mexican Restaurant, and the food is okay but they have a great patio and make great Margarita and and drinks. We usually walk there (1 mile) and Uber home (about $4)
103 locals recommend
Guadalajara Original Grill
1220 E Prince RdThis is really a Mexican Restaurant, and the food is okay but they have a great patio and make great Margarita and and drinks. We usually walk there (1 mile) and Uber home (about $4)
Essentials
Trader Joe's
4209 N Campbell AveBig Heath and Organic Market, much like Whole food.
1/2 mile from house
149 locals recommend
Sprouts Farmers Market
4645 E Speedway BlvdBig Heath and Organic Market, much like Whole food.
1/2 mile from house
Walgreens
3200 E Speedway BlvdAmazing Market every Sunday 8am- 1pm right at the entrance to the Park across from our neighborhood ,then just cross the foot bridge. Take the basket that is by the fireplace. Organic foods, artisan made cheese, bread, ect. The best freshest produce ever!!! Music and cool people. Love Love it!!
https://www.heirloomfm.org/markets/rillito-park/
20 locals recommend
Heirloom Farmers Market - Rillito Park
4502 N 1st AveAmazing Market every Sunday 8am- 1pm right at the entrance to the Park across from our neighborhood ,then just cross the foot bridge. Take the basket that is by the fireplace. Organic foods, artisan made cheese, bread, ect. The best freshest produce ever!!! Music and cool people. Love Love it!!
https://www.heirloomfm.org/markets/rillito-park/
Total Wine & More
4370 N Oracle RdThis place has a massive wine and spirits selection. Discounted.