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

Feb 27

Three Dog Night at Fox Tucson Theatre February 27, 2020

Legendary band, Three Dog Night, now in its 5th decade, claims some... Read More

Feb 28

La Cocina: Greg Morton & Jim Stanley February 28, 2020 - December 18, 2020

On most Friday evenings, La Cocina restaurant at Old Town Artisans... Read More

Feb 28

iLe in Concert at The Rialto February 28, 2020

The Rialto Theatre presents iLe, also known as Ileana Cabra Joglar,... Read More

Feb 29

Party of the Century - A Black and White Masked Ball Celebrating 100 Years of Rialto. February 29, 2020

Please join the 8th Annual Fundraising Gala: Party of the Century - A... Read More

Feb 29

Southwest Rising: Contemporary Art And The Legacy of Elaine Horwitch February 29, 2020 - June 21, 2020

Art dealer Elaine Horwitch was a major force in contemporary art in... Read More

Feb 29

Native Nations Day at the Presidio Museum February 29, 2020

The Tucson valley has been inhabited for over 10,000 years. Today we... Read More

Feb 29

Tucson Peace Fair & Music Festival February 29, 2020

Arizona's largest gathering of peace, social justice and... Read More

Feb 29

Carnival of Illusion: Magic, Mystery & OOOH La La! February 29, 2020 - March 28, 2020

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

Mar 01

Tucson Winter Chamber Music Festival March 1, 2020 - March 8, 2020

Arizona Friends of Chamber Music (AFCM) is thrilled to present the... Read More

Mar 01

Archaeology of Downtown Tucson Walking Tour March 1, 2020

Join expert historian, Homer Thiel, for a walk back in time! Visit... Read More

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