Tucson
is ideally located for exploring southern Arizona
and there are at least a dozen or more interesting towns, national parks and historic sites within a 90 minute drive of the city. Arizona’s history of mineral mining means that you can spend a day or two exploring some of the regions historic mining towns like Tombstone, Bisbee and Globe. The outstanding year-round weather in the Sonora Desert offers unlimited opportunities for getting back to nature in wilderness areas like Patagonia Lake, Chiricahua National Monument and Saguaro National Park. Cities like Phoenix and Scottsdale offer great shopping, dining and cultural attractions.
Day Trips from Tucson, Arizona
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Step 2: If you are spending the night, search for Hotel Deals nearby. Read the reviews, then call the hotel directly to book and ask for a romantic, kid-friendly or pet-friendly amenity if you need it.
Step 3: If you are flying, compare Flights. Book directly with the airline, add your frequent flier number and reserve your seat.
Step 4: Estimate your driving time using Google Maps (click the blue 'Directions' arrow in the search box).
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