No Car, No Problem: Tucson by Streetcar

Article by Phil Thomas, Travel Blogger, Someone Else’s Country. (Website, Instagram, Facebook, Bluesky) I arrived in Tucson for a conference knowing precisely three things: it’s in southern Arizona, it’s very sunny, and it has saguaros everywhere. Not exactly a deep cultural understanding. As a…

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Night Markets in Tucson

Night markets are a wonderful way to enjoy cooler evenings in Tucson, especially as the summer temperatures rise. Keep reading for the top 5 night markets around! 1. Summer Nights Market at MSA Annex - Mercado District Where: MSA Annex When: May to September, the last Friday of the month, from 6…

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Ace Your Game at the Best Pickleball Spots in Tucson

With each passing day, pickleball gains popularity, and for good reason — it’s easy to learn, accessible for kids, adults, and seniors, and a blast to play. With our wide-open, sunny skies and energetic, active community, Tucson, Arizona, is the ideal place to grab a paddle, find a court, and play…

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Most Instagrammable Places in Tucson, AZ

From the towering saguaros and fiery sunsets to the colorful barrios and notable landmarks, every corner of Tucson tells a story that’s just waiting to be captured. The city’s diverse desert landscapes and rich historical sites provide an endless array of Instagram-worthy locations. So, grab your…

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Everything You Need to Know About Tucson Cave Tours

With so many sunkissed days in Tucson, Arizona, heading underground to tour one of our jaw-dropping caves is a great way to change things up. Our two major cave treasures are Kartchner Caverns State Park®, which rests beneath the Whetstone Mountains, and Colossal Cave Mountain Park, below the Rincon…

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Tucson Murals & Wall Art

The old and the new through awe-inspiring murals As a historic Old West town, Tucson, AZ, is overflowing with stories. As a modern western city, new stories come to life every day. Combining this old with the new, you can find these narratives told through stunning murals throughout the city…

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Film In Tucson

Catch a glimpse of Tucson's rich film history The desert southwest has been a filming location for nearly as long as motion pictures have been in production. When the nascent film industry of New York first looked west—for better weather and wide-open spaces—they stopped first in Arizona on the way…

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