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Tucson Weather
Tucson is one of the sunniest cities in the United States with about 350 days of sunshine each year. Tucson is known for its mild climate during spring, fall, and winter, and it attracts visitors and part-year residents from all over the map. Temperatures rise in the summer, but low humidity helps even the warmest days feel manageable. Summer nights cool off considerably, and are very enjoyable.
In July and August, Tucson has a rainy season known as "The Monsoons." The monsoons are gratefully welcomed by local Tucsonans because the afternoon rainstorms cool down the temperature and replenish the dry desert. In addition, the monsoons are often accompanied by impressive lightning shows.
The highest temperature ever recorded was 117 degrees Fahrenheit on June 26, 1990. The annual average high temperature is 82 degrees Fahrenheit (28 degrees Celsius), the low average temperature is 55 degrees Fahrenheit (13 degrees Celsius). The hottest months of the year are June and July, and the coolest are December and January.
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Information provided by the Metropolitan Tucson Convention & Visitors Bureau
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Local Tucson Schools
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Tucson Areas and Neighborhoods
Click here to find out more about Tucson neighborhoods and listing searches by area and price.
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Employment in Tucson
UofA Science & Technology Park
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Bike Commuting
Tucson is a great place to get around by bicycle because of the city's ample sunshine and many designated bike routes and lanes. The City of Tucson provides free bike safety classes, bike route maps, and great resources on their web page.
In addition, BICAS (Bicycle Inter-Community Action and Salvage) is a non-profit community education and recycling center for bicycles. You can get help fixing your bike, buy used parts, and take classes on how to maintain and build bicycles. Top
Public Transportation
Suntran is Tucson's public bus system. Their website includes information on routes and fares. Top
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Tucson Arts and Culture
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Performing Arts
Arizona Friends of Chamber Music
Presenting the world's finest chamber music groups: Evening Chamber Music Series, Tucson Winter Chamber Music Festival, Sunday Matinee Series "Piano & Friends." Leo Rich Theatre in Tucson Convention Center.
Arizona International Film Festival
Considered the largest and longest-running film festival in Arizona. Festival 2008 celebrates its 17th edition by showcasing over 150 films from around the world in April.
Arizona Opera
Five productions each season running Oct. through April in the Tucson Music Hall. All performances are sung in their original language with English translations projected above the stage. Call for current schedule.
Arizona Theatre Company
Arizona's leading professional theater company. Performances Tues.-Sun., Sept.-May, at Temple of Music and Art. Discounts for seniors, students, military, groups. Major credit cards.
Ballet Tucson
Tucson's local ballet company that performs a variety of full-length and contemporary ballets each year. Ballet Tucson also performs the Nutcracker every holiday season.
Borderlands Theater
A nonprofit, professional theater company whose works reflect the diverse voices and issues of the Southwest Borderlands. Discounted ticket prices available for seniors and students.
Orts Theatre of Dance/ O-T-O Dance
Orts is a flying modern dance company that is based in Tucson and performs all over the world.
The Rialto Theater
The historic Rialto hosts a broad array of performers and talent, including rock bands, jam bands, comedians, heavy metal, hip hop, film, jazz, flamenco, country, skiffle - you name it, they've hosted it.
Tucson Jazz Society
Your source for Tucson's jazz scene. In their 28th season of promoting, presenting and preserving America's music through concerts and educational activities.
Tucson Symphony Orchestra
Now in its 79th season serving Tucson and Southern Arizona with performances of the highest caliber in a season of classics, pops, chamber, and ensemble concerts.
UApresents
UApresents brings the highest quality Broadway, classical music, world music, dance, jazz, and family performances to Tucson. Performances Sept. - May, most at Centennial Hall, located on the University of Arizona campus. Top
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Other Museums
Arizona Historical Society
Follow the exploration and development of Arizona through permanent and changing exhibits that offer a variety of experiences for children and adults.
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
In the heart of the Sonoran Desert: living exhibits include more than 1,300 types of plants, 300 kinds of animals. Open daily, year-round.
Arizona State Museum
Collections, preservation, research and interpretation of the cultures of the Greater Southwest. This anthropological museum has been located at the University of Arizona since 1893. Find prehistoric Hohokam, Mogollon and Anasazi and American Indian cultures of the area.
Flandrau Science Center
Tucson's only planetarium offering both scientific astronomy shows and fun laser shows with different music themes. The premises also offers some interactive exhibits and a gift shop.
University of Arizona Mineral Museum
The museum has a collection of over 15,000 specimens and an additional 6,000+ micromount specimens. A non-profit organization funded by the University of Arizona and the Tucson Gem and Mineral Society.
Pima Air and Space Museum
This is a great place to see recent aviation history. Take a peak inside a B2 bomber, see vintage and current aircraft. Over 200 examples. Travel south and look inside a missile silo - a designated National Historic Landmark.
Tucson Children's Museum
Excites, inspires and challenges children. Fun, interactive, educational exhibits and hands-on programs. Top
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Art Museums and Galleries
Center for Creative Photography
The most accessible collection in the world, this museum and research center is devoted to photography as an art form. Print from the photography collection, research archives, see exhibitions, participate in educational programs.
De Grazia's Gallery in the Sun
A Tucson landmark, unique adobe construction, beautiful decorative features and original De Grazia art. Original bronzes, ceramics, enamels, a movie room, and a shop where De Grazia reproductions in the form of prints, books cards and other items may be purchased.
Temple of Music and Art
In 1906 Mattie Heineman started a Saturday morning music club with twelve women. By 1926 many friends of music and art built this symphony hall and gallery space in the Armory Park Historic district. It is now home to Arizona Theater Company and is a performing arts venue for may productions. 330 S. Scott Avenue. Box Office: (520) 622-2823
Museum of Contemporary Art
Inaugural exhibition in it's own home opened March 2010
Tohono Chul Park
A scenic 49-acre desert preserve and center of nature, arts and culture. Enjoy three art galleries, Tea Room for breakfast, lunch and high tea, nature trails, gardens and unique gift shops. Open daily from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Tucson Museum of Art
Blending the traditional with the inventive, the museum presents original and traveling exhibitions with a focus on Art of the American West, Latin American Art, and Modern and Contemporary Art. The historic block features five distinctive properties that provide visitors with a unique look into Tucson´s past.
Tubac Center of the Arts
At the heart of the arts and culture of Tubac Village since the 1960s, this non-profit organization offers changing regional/national art exhibitions and sales, a permanent Tubac history exhibit, distinctive gift shop, Holiday Art Market, performing arts, cultural lecture series and events, art classes for adults and youth. On your way there, you can stop off at the historic San Xavier del Bac Mission. University of Arizona Museum of Art The museum features exhibits, workshops and special exhibitions covering a wide variety of art.
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Outdoors and Recreation
University of Arizona Sports
Link to UofA sports schedules
Tucson Biking Trails
Tucson Hiking Trails
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
World renown natural history museum, animal wildlife habitat and botanical garden - all in one place.
Arizona State Parks
Provides information about the many state parks in Arizona.
Baseball! Arizona Diamondbacks
Biosphere 2
Visit science exhibits, stay the weekend at the hotel, and dine in the restaurant with its majestic views. See the 'Climate Change & Life on Earth Exhibition.' Hands-on exhibits and demonstrations.
Colossal Cave Mountain Park
This desert refuge has sheltered people for over a thousand years. It has been home, shrine, hideout, challenging workplace, exciting playground, tranquil retreat. On the National Historic Register, the 2,000-acre Park showcases crystal-filled Colossal Cave and historic La Posta Quemada Ranch. Cave tours, museum, Western trail rides, picnicking. Open daily.
Grand Canyon
Come visit one of the 7 natural wonders of the world in Northern Arizona. Only a 6 hour drive from Tucson, this canyon will be both an amazing and spiritual experience for everyone young and old.
Kartchner Caverns
The massive limestone cave has 13,000 feet of passages, and two rooms as long as football fields!
Kitt Peak
200 acres of mountain-top dedicated to the scientific research of the heavens. Telescope facilities for national and international astronomers. Take a beautiful drive and take a guided walking tour. Access to exhibits, picnic areas, and great views.
Mount Lemmon
Seven distinct life zones on the 26 mile journey up the mountain. Mount Lemmon features small shops, cafes, skiing and always a much cooler temperature than Tucson. Just north of Tucson.
Old Tucson Studios
Old Tucson Studios is southern Arizona´s premier outdoor entertainment venue with a full array of live shows, thrilling stunts, saloon musicals, stagecoach adventures and fun for the whole family.
Queen Mine Tours
Tour an authentic turn-of-the-century underground mine. Slicker, hard hat and head lamp provided.
Reid Park Zoo
Travel from South American rain forests to African grasslands in one day. Over 500 exotic animals from different continents in naturalistic habitats. Conservation, recreation, and education for the entire family.
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Catalina Mountains
Sabino Canyon
A desert oasis abundant with wildlife offering user-friendly hiking trails, picnicking places, and even swimming when there is enough water.
Saguaro National Park
This unique desert is home to the most recognizable cactus in the world, the majestic saguaro, which grows only in the Sonoran Desert. The Saguaro National Park East terrain differs from sister park to the west. Rolling foothills are softened with trees, grasses and desert shrubs. Well-maintained trails and picnicking. An 8-mile loop drive around the Cactus Forest Dr. provides overview of park area. Saguaro Nationa Park West has more than 150 miles of hiking trails, ranging from flat and easy strolls in the Sonoran Desert to steep and rugged hikes into the Rincon Mountains.
San Xavier del Bac Mission
'White Dove of the Desert' remains a spiritual, historic oasis. San Xavier del Bac is a Baroque-Spanish style mission constructed between 1783 and 1792. This mission was never completed and no one knows who the architect was. You can also visit Tubac, an artist colony, about 40 minutes south of the mission.
San Xavier del Bac Mission
Tohono Chul Park
A scenic 49-acre desert preserve and center of nature, arts and culture. Enjoy three art galleries, Tea Room for breakfast, lunch and high tea, nature trails, gardens and unique gift shops. Open daily from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Tucson Botanical Gardens
An urban oasis of 5+ acres with 15 specialty gardens that surround visitors with beauty and inspiration. Gift shop and tours. Top
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Shopping
Plazas
La Encantada
in the Foothills at the corner of Skyline and Campbell with upscale restaurants, boutiques and gourmet food market
Casas Adobes
at the corner of Oracle and Ina
St. Phillips Plaza
at the corner of Campbell and River with unique boutiques and restaurants
Plaza Palomino
at the corner of Swan and Ft. Lowell
Broadway Village
an historic Tucson plaza, built in 1939 with unique shops and restaurant
Shopping Malls
Tucson Mall
Park Place Mall
Foothills Mall
University of Arizona
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La Encantada Shopping Center
Downtown/University Area
Old Town Artisans
in the El Presidio Historic District
4th Ave
shops, cafes, nightlife, and home of the street fairs
The Lost Barrio
art and products from all over the world at Park Avenue, 2 blocks south of Broadway
Main Gate Square
at the University of Arizona
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Hotels, Resorts and Health Spas
This is a partial list of our better known Resorts and Health Spas.
Arizona Inn
2200 E. Elm, Tucson, AZ 85719
Canyon Ranch Health Spas
8600 E. Rockcliff Rd, Tucson, AZ 85750-9733
Miraval Resort
5000 E. Via Estancia Miraval, Catalina, AZ 85739
The Lodge at Ventana Canyon
6200 North Clubhouse Lane, Tucson, AZ 85750
Loews Ventana Canyon
7000 N. Resort Drive, Tucson, AZ 85750
Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain
15000 North Secret Springs Dr, Marana, Arizona 85658 USA
Omni Tucson National Golf Resort
2727 W. Club Dr, Tucson, AZ 85742-9766
Hacienda del Sol Guest Ranch Resort
5501 N. Hacienda del Sol Road, Tucson, AZ 85718
Hilton El Conquistador Resort and Country Club
10000 North Oracle Road, Tucson, AZ 85737
The Westin La Paloma
3800 E. Sunrise Drive, Tucson, AZ 85718
Westward Look Resort
245 E. Ina Road, Tucson, AZ 85704
Windmill Inn Suites
4250 North Campbell Road, Tucson, AZ 85718
Tucson Marriott University Park
880 E. Second Street, Tucson, AZ 85719
Embassy Suites Paloma Village
6350 North Campbell Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85718
Metro Tucson Convention and Visitors Bureau
For a complete list of Hotels, Resorts, Bed and Breakfast Inns, Guest Ranches, and more
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Hacienda del Sol
Loews Ventana Canyon Golf Course |
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Restaurants
Cafe Poca Cosa
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These are a few highlights of the Tucson culinary experience!
The Grill at Hacienda del Sol
Janos
Cafe Poca Cosa
Vivaci
Beyond Bread
Tucson Originals
A listing of unique restaurants that are locally operated and one of a kind.
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Some information on this page has been taken from www.visittucson.org
Photo Sources: http://www.visittucson.org/visitor/outdoor/biking/
http://www.thelodgeatventanacanyon.com/index.html
http://www.sanxaviermission.org/
http://www.haciendadelsol.com/
www.tucsonlifestyle.com
http://www.arizona.edu/
www.thezmag.com
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