- January 1, 2025 - Updated with new information since originally published.
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- Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.
1. The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
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Museums & Culture for Couples
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2. Saguaro National Park
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Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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3. Tohono Chul Park
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Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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4. White Stallion Ranch
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5. St. Philips Farmers Market
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Shopping & Stuff
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6. Arizona State Museum
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Museums & Culture for Couples
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7. Children's Museum Tucson
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Kids & Family Fun
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8. The Tucson Desert Art Museum
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Museums & Culture for Couples
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9. The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures
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Museums & Culture for Couples
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10. University of Arizona Museum of Art
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Museums & Culture for Couples
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11. Reid Park Zoo
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Kids & Family Fun
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12. Spencer's Observatory
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Affordable Local Attractions
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13. Sabino Canyon
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14. The Taste of Tucson Downtown
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15. Richard F. Caris Mirror Laboratory
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16. Tucson Botanical Gardens
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Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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17. Old Tucson
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18. Tucson Bike Tours
Tours in the Area
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19. Sweetwater Wetlands
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Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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20. The Franklin Auto Museum
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Museums & Culture for Couples
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21. Fleur de Tucson Balloon Tours
Tours in the Area
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22. Philabaum Glass Gallery and Studio
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Museums & Culture for Couples
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:
Surrounded by stunning Sonoran Desert scenery, Tucson is a vibrant city where visitors find a diverse selection of museums, resorts, attractions, activities, restaurants , beautiful parks and gardens. Spend a morning exploring the farmers market, visit a botanical garden, see rare animals at the zoo, or head to Arizona's famous Saguaro National Park. Unique activities to try on your weekend getaway include culinary tours of Tucson, astronomy, horseback riding, balloon rides, hiking, biking, and glass studio tours.
Plan ahead for these events:
- Tucson Gem and Mineral Show - February 13–16, 2025
- All Souls Procession - Friday Nov. 1 – Sunday Nov. 3, 2024
- Tucson Festival of Books - March 15-16, 2025
- El Tour de Tucson - Every November, November 23, 2024
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