San Xavier Roman Catholic Parish / Patronato San Xavier

Name: San Xavier Roman Catholic Parish / Patronato San Xavier
Address: 1950 W. San Xavier Rd., Tucson, AZ, 85746
Telephone: 520-294-2624

Southside District

1950 W. San Xavier Rd.

Tucson, AZ 85746

United States

Phone: 520-294-2624

Email: info@patronatosanxavier.org

Fax: 520-294-3438

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Description

Acclaimed as finest example of mission architecture in U.S., southwest of Tucson on Tohono O'odham Reservation. Active parish. Gift shop. arts, crafts shop. Cafe nearby. For the first time in its more than 230-year history, free guided tours are now available. The 45-minute tours are led by specially trained, volunteer docents, who explain the Mission's history and its lavishly decorated interior, the richest and most ornate in the Southwest. For current schedule, please go to their website and click on "Docent Tours Info."

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Based on 4053 reviews
#8 of 275 things to do in Tucson
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The gem of Tucson

Reviewed by X967SWsusand, Wildomar, California, on June 19, 2019

First let me say that I am a mission FREAK!! Being from California, I just love the history and beauty about them. We got to the mission just in time for the last tour of the day. I am so...

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A Must-See Mission in the Desert

Reviewed by lifeisahighwayblog, San Diego, California, on June 15, 2019

This was our first tourist stop, right from the Tucson International Airport. This mission is on the Tohono O'odham reservation, direct descendants of the Pima tribe, so respectful behavior is...

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Beautiful architecture

Reviewed by Lexanne C, , on June 12, 2019

Well worth the time. The building is stunning, the grounds beautiful. The docents are knowledgeable so its worth joining a tour; you learn about the interesting history of its construction and...

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