Visitors expecting to see desolate wastelands full of sand dunes are often surprised to find our desert lush and teeming with life. Everywhere you look you'll see an amazing variety of plants and animals specially adapted to our very unique habitat. And that's just on the desert floor. A short drive up nearby Mt. Lemmon takes you through seven different eco-systems from a desert environment to Ponderosa Pine forests typical of Canada. In the spring, the desert becomes a spectacular carpet of color from flourishing wildflowers and blooming cactus.
A scenic 49-acre desert preserve and center of nature, arts and culture. Enjoy three art galleries, …
Upcoming Events
El Tour Downtown Fiesta- Nov. 22 Kids activities, live bands, a beer garden, the Grand Cycling Awards Ceremony and an exciting outdoor finale, at the El Tour finish line, at Congress Street and Granada Avenue, near Tucson Convention Center., (520) 547-3338.
UMC 26th El Tour de Tucson presented by Diamond Ventures- Nov. 22 Thousands of cyclists from around the world ride in annual perimeter tour, with 109- 80-, 66-, 35-, 4-, and 1/4-mile courses, one of the premier organized rides in the United States, open to pros, fitness buffs, fun-lovers, and kids. Tucson Convention Center Plaza., (520) 745-2033.
Reindog Day- Dec. 6 Tucson Botanical Gardens hosts a holiday party for you and your canine best friends. Dress up your dog in holiday costume or simply enjoy a day at the Gardens together. Santa will be available at noon for photos (bring your own camera)., 520.326.9686.
Tucson Marathon and Expo- Dec. 7 This primarily downhill event includes marathon, half-marathon, and relay races. Runners drop almost 1,800 feet in elevation as they run downhill along the beautiful Santa Catalina mountain range., 520-320-0667 (Marathon Hotline).
Butterfly Magic at the Gardens- Nov. 1 - Mar. 31 Tucson Botanical Gardens presents Arizona's only live, tropical butterfly exhibit. View colorful butterflies fluttering in a special greenhouse and help support global efforts for sustainable conservation., (520) 326-9686.
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original restaurants including many run by some of the finest chefs in the
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