Experience the distinct flavor of a thriving desert enclave with Old West roots and an artsy spirit. InsideMoon Tucsonyou'll find:
- The top sights and unique experiences:Visit remnants of ancient cultures or browse galleries of Pueblo art. Tour Mission San Xavier del Bac, stroll through Tucson's El Presidio Historic District, and see artifacts from the Old West in a ghost town
- Get a taste of the city:Eat traditionalchiles rellenosand fresh handmade tortillas or try a Sonoran hot dog with all the fixings. Dance to live music and check out the street vendors at downtown's Second Saturdays, sip habanero-infused vodka, and stargaze at an astronomy bar
- Ideas for recreationlike hiking, biking, or horseback riding among the saguaro cacti, or stopping at a resort for a round of golf or a spa day
- Local insightfrom Tucson resident Tim Hull
- Extensive coverageof the Santa Cruz Valley, the Border Region, and Southeastern Arizona: Go deep into Kartchner Caverns, hike the Huachuca Mountains, or kick back at a historic saloon in Tombstone
- Honest adviceon when to go, where to stay, how to get there, and how to get around
- Maps and Toolslike background information on the landscape, history, culture, plusfull-color photosandeasy-to-read maps
WithMoon Tucson'spractical tips and local know-how, you can experience the best of this Southwest destination.
Exploring the area? TryMoon Arizona & the Grand CanyonorMoon Santa Fe, Taos & Albuquerque. Hitting the road? TryMoon Southwest Road Trip.
A resident of Arizona for more than 40 years,
Tim Hullhas hiked its trails and driven its backroads from the deserts to the mountains to the wondrous depths of the Grand Canyon. As a news reporter and freelance writer for the past 20 years, Hull has written about l3;