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 Family water fun |
8555 West Tangerine Road Tucson, AZ 85653 United States +1 520 682 2530 http://www.breakerswaterpark.com/ Steve@breakerswaterpark.com |
After a hot day of sightseeing, cool off in this huge water park at the outskirts of Tucson off Interstate 10. The special attraction here is the wave pool, which is as close to the ocean as it can get in Tucson. Your children will love the giant waterslides while you relax at the restaurant or in shaded areas the snack bar. The park is also available for group events. Special rates available for birthday parties and twilight (3pm-6pm) admission. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cave with a hidden treasure |
16711 East Colossal Cave Road Tucson, AZ 85641 United States +1 520 647 7275 http://www.colossalcave.com info@colossalcave.com |
Here's a piece of Western lore—a dry limestone cave with a real outlaw history. The tour guide at Colossal Cave Mountain Park, will point out the impressive formations and crystals, but won't tell you where the gold is hidden. There are many steps to climb but it's consistently cool inside even when temperatures hit the 100 degree mark. Visit the on-site library and museum, cafes and gift shops. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Tucson's equivalent of the Hollywood Bowl |
100 Country Club Road (Reid Park) Tucson, AZ 85716 United States +1 520 791 4079 (Tucson Parks & Recreation) |
This is a great occasion to combine an afternoon picnic at Reid Park with an evening of music. During the summer months, Tucson's fine orchestras perform their annual outdoor concerts at the DeMeester Center in the park. Beginning in May, the Tucson Pops Orchestra presents its annual Music under the Stars concert, featuring mostly light classical and Broadway hit tunes, followed by another concert series in September. All performances are free. Call for exact dates and times. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The desert is alive |
West Speedway Boulevard (Southwest corner of Speedway and Greasewood) Tucson, AZ 85709 United States |
You don't have to drive very far to see the desert wildlife in Tucson. In fact, some coyotes have become quite urbanized here. Greasewood Park is a particularly good spot to view wildlife. Anklam Wash, a natural corridor for coyotes, javelins and other desert critters can be found running right through it. The park doesn't have many other attractions or facilities except some picnic tables and grills, but the abundant desert vegetation is a sight most foreign visitors will appreciate. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Best playgrounds in town |
1000 N Tucson Boulevard Tucson and Speedway Tucson, AZ 85716 United States |
Himmel Park was voted Best Playground in Tucson by the readers of the Tucson Weekly, and with some justification. The park actually has three playgrounds. The westside section, near the pool, contains the toddlers' structure with beginner's slides and swings; then, there's more swings and the popular Giganto Slide of Death for the bigger kids, while the northeast side features a big climbing structure with several platforms and even more swings. All areas have lots of sand and picnic areas around them. Keep this place in mind if you're traveling with two-10 year olds. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The height of Tucson's scenic landscape |
Catalina Highway Tucson, AZ 85619 United States +1 520 624 1817 (Convention & Visitors Bureau) |
See Tucson from a birds-eye view. Take Catalina Highway 30 miles through the Coronado National Forest, where giant Saguaro cacti tower and a variety of desert vegetation blooms year around. Stop at the Seven Cataracts and Windy Pointe Vista for scenic views of untamed mountain landscape surrounding the distant lights of Tucson. Visit Ski Valley. The lift operates year-round offering visitors a ride to the sky. Follow signs to Summerhaven, and browse the rustic shops or book a cozy Mount Lemmon cabin. Make a day of it! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Location of the old fortress |
255 West Alameda Street (West of Pima County Courthouse) Tucson, AZ 85701 United States |
In 1775, the Spanish army staked its claim to this land (now the state of Arizona) by building the fortress, or presidio, which would soon become the center of Tucson. Both the Spanish and the fortress are long gone now, and all that's left of the presidio is a plaque reminding visitors of the events hundreds of years ago. It's a park now, used for fiestas and other celebrations, surrounded by tall 1970s style office buildings. There's not much history left here aside from the Pima County Courthouse, but it's still a nice place to rest and enjoy a picnic lunch in the shade. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A family outing |
100 Country Club Road 22nd Street and Country Club Tucson, AZ 85716 United States |
Reid Park is definitely the best place in town for a family picnic. There are lots of places to roast your weenies, spread the blankets and open those jars of potato salad to the sound of the zoo animals nearby. Playgrounds with more and improved play equipment, party ramadas and public artworks are all around you. With good timing, you may even catch one of the popular DeMeester Outdoor Concerts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Six miles of bike trails |
4200 North Campbell Avenue River and Campbell Tucson, AZ 85719 United States |
Starting at the intersection of Campbell and River Road, this park along the Rillito River is essentially a scenic six-mile trail suitable for walkers, joggers and bikers. You will find the riverbed dry most of the year, so you'll be able to actually walk in the river; but beware of flash floods, especially during the summer monsoon months. The trail offers several pleasant stops with benches, trees, playgrounds and drinking fountains. You're advised to bring water anyway, to avoid being dehydrated by the relentless desert sun. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A park in the desert |
2700 North Kinney Road (Westside) Heidi Schewel 3693 South Old Spanish Trail (Eastside) Tucson, AZ 85743 United States +1 520 749 7720 http://www.saguaro.national-pa... |
Designated in 1994 and covers Tucson from two sides, Saguaro National Park gives protection to native and animals and plants, most prominently the stately Saguaro cactus is a well-known icon of the Arizonan and Mexican deserts. Both locations have loop roads for driving and cycling, visitor's centers, bookstores, hiking trails, picnic areas and exhibit centers. The Westside park also has a remarkable ancient petroglyph site. Rangers offer special interpretative hikes on request. There is no admission fee for the Westside; however, the Eastside park charges for per car. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A quiet desert retreat |
8001 North Scenic Drive (Pima Farms Road and North Scenic Drive) Tucson, AZ 85653 United States +1 520 744 2375 |
A beautiful garden in a serene desert landscape, this retreat has been set up by the non-profit All Creeds Brotherhood for all faiths to come meditate. You can drive out for a quiet walk or rent the sanctuary facilities for private gatherings. Call and ask to speak to Chuck Koestler for details. If you are in a group of 20 people or more, please call him in advance to make arrangements for visiting. Access is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A leisurely stroll in the desert |
7366 North Paseo del Norte Tucson, AZ 85704 United States +1 520 742 6455 http://www.tohonochulpark.org leemason@tohonochulpark.org |
This park on Tucson's northwest side is a very civilized piece of the Sonoran desert in the city, with a wide variety of desert plants around pleasant trails, which lead visitors to a gift shop and a shaded tea room serving delicious scones for tea time. Regular "Walk in the Park" tours provide an educational experience about the park's fauna and flora. Admission for adults 13+ is USD5, children 5-12 and seniors 62+ are admitted for USD4 and kids 5-12 get in for USD2. Children under 5 are admitted free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A place for native herbs |
2150 North Alvernon Way (Just south of Grant & Alvernon intersection) Tucson, AZ 85712 United States +1 520 326 9686 http://www.tucsonbotanical.org developmenttbg@mindspring.com |
This is a major Tucson tourist attraction, and not just for plant lovers. Apart from a rich collection of cactus and desert wildflowers, the gardens offer an educational walk around the history of the native Tohono O'odham Indians and the efforts of local scientists to preserve native seeds. Don't miss the wonderful Nuestro Jardin, the traditional Mexican-American neighborhood garden, or the shaded restaurant patio. Admission Charges are applicable. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Desert Fantasyland |
2544 East Allen Road Tucson, AZ 85716 United States +1 520 323 1331 |
Take a trip to fantasyland in the desert and see historic Western sites in an enchanted environment made from rocks. Let your imagination make history come alive for you. This is the ideal environment for children and adult birthday parties or get-togethers. Shows are free, but call the public relations director in advance for tour and show times, since this place does not schedule regular hours. There is a gift shop on site. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A celebration of desert flowers |
7633 North Paseo del Norte (Tohono Chul Park) Tucson, AZ 85704 United States +1 520 742 6455 http://www.tohonochulpark.org marketing@tohonochulpark.org |
Every spring, the tireless volunteers of Tucson organize a one-day wildflower festival as a fund-raiser for Tohono Chul Park ("desert corner" in the Tohono O'odham language), a lovely desert oasis in Tucson's northwest. Visitors can explore the park in its peak wildflower season, look at exhibits of wildflower art, taste foods from local restaurants, and listen to jazz. There is also an auction of the park's garden treasures. Be advised to call ahead for reservations. Review © 2007, Wcities |