Downtown Districts

Dining, drinks, events and excitement are easy to find in the heart of Tucson.

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Uniquely Tucson - Downtown is Thriving

How do you get off the beaten path without breaking the bank or losing a full day in transit? Take the quick drive from Metro Phoenix to Tucson for an entirely different perspective, free-spirited and authentic. If you haven’t visited lately, you’re in for a surprise. Downtown Tucson is having a renaissance as new restaurants and hotels, music, art, and events fill the streets and tune in to the casual Southwestern vibe.

As you approach Downtown Tucson, watch for street signs leading to the six districts: Main Gate, Fourth Avenue, Congress Street, Presidio, Convention, and Sentinel. Each district has its own history and together they offer opportunities to experience Tucson's many entertaining sides. Follow the signs for an adventure through Tucson's first neighborhoods or a direct route to a favorite destination.

The four-mile Sun Link Tucson Streetcar connects all six downtown districts, so sampling Tucson's unique culture and cuisine has never been simpler.

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Downtown Districts

Congress Street District

Downtown Tucson's main drag

Fourth Avenue District

The epicenter of Tucson's off-beat culture

Main Gate District

Connecting downtown to the University of Arizona

Presidio District

Where past meets present

Sentinel District

Exciting growth near Tucson's birthplace

Tucson Convention Center District

Downtown's meetings and events hub

Featured Downtown Festivals & Events

Jan 19

Cactus Classic Invitational Youth Volleyball January 18, 2020 - January 20, 2020

The Cactus Classic Invitational is a three-day volleyball tournament... Read More

Jan 19

TSO SuperPops! Aretha, A Tribute January 18, 2020 - January 19, 2020

Tucson Symphony Orchestra showcases the grace and artistry of The... Read More

Jan 18

The History of Tucson's Chinese Community: A Salon and Saloon Lecture at Presidio Museum January 18, 2020

Sandy Chan will review the history of the Chinese in Tucson from 1875... Read More

Jan 18

Carnival of Illusion: Magic, Mystery & OOOH La La! January 18, 2020 - March 28, 2020

Step right up and get ready to laugh, have fun, and celebrate a... Read More

Jan 18

Christian McBride & Inside Straight with Tucson Jazz Institute Ellington Big Band January 18, 2020

It's not simply his abundant virtuosity that has made CHRISTIAN... Read More

Jan 19

Arizona Theatre Company: Master Harold...and the Boys January 19, 2020 - February 7, 2020

Arizona Theatre Company presents a semi-autobiographical masterwork... Read More

Jan 19

Dillinger Days January 19, 2020

The Historic Hotel Congress commemorates the anniversary of the... Read More

Jan 19

La Cocina: Funky Brunch with Mik and Scott January 19, 2020 - December 27, 2020

On most Sunday afternoons at La Cocina at Old Town Artisans, hear a... Read More

Jan 19

Tucson Jazz Festival: Mavis Staples January 19, 2020

Hailed by NPR as "one of America's defining voices of freedom and... Read More

Jan 20

Downtown Tucson Jazz Fiesta January 20, 2020

The Yolo County Line is headlining the Downtown Tucson Jazz Fiesta on... Read More

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