Tucson Historical Walking Tour Experience
Discover Tucson's History on a Guided Walking Tour with Engaging Stories and Historic Sights
AZ
people
1 participant
hours
- • Explore Tucson's Historic Sites on a Guided Walking Tour
- • Enjoy 2 Hours of Engaging Stories About Tucson's Rich History
- • Uncover Tucson's Most Fascinating Stories from Its Pioneering Days
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Downtown Tucson and the El Presidio with an engaging guided walking tour. This unique experience invites explorers of all ages to step back in time and uncover the fascinating stories that shaped this remarkable city. From its Spanish Colonial roots to modern-day charm, this tour reveals Tucson's evolution like never before.
The tour begins at a central meeting point, where an enthusiastic guide shares captivating tales of Tucson's founding in 1775. Participants will stroll through the historic streets, marveling at the stunning architecture, including classic Sonoran Row Houses and iconic buildings designed by renowned architect Henry Trost. Listen closely as stories of pioneer founders, artists, and local legends are brought to life while discovering the significance of landmarks such as the Pima County Courthouse and El Charro Café, the oldest Mexican restaurant operating under the same family in the United States!
This guided walking tour is not only a fantastic way to explore the rich narrative that Tucson holds but also makes for a truly thoughtful gift. Experience the charm of the city in a memorable way or treat someone special to a day filled with discovery and adventure. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or simply as a unique outing, this tour is an excellent choice for anyone eager to connect with Tucson's incredible heritage.
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Experience Overview:
Downtown Tucson And El Presidio Guided Walking TourScott, your tour guide, has a passion for good story telling! Hear the historic stories, fascinating tales & my interesting tidbits of Tucson History on this guided walking tour! We discuss Tucson's founding in 1775 as a Spanish Colonial Presidio & learn of our 4,000 years of Native American History!
We see a historic Sonoran Row House & learn how these mud adobe structures were built for our desert climate. We stroll past charming historic mansions, three by the famous architect Henry Trost, learning the fascinating tales of our Pioneer Founders...one story is a real hoot!
We visit the historic Pima County Courthouse to learn of the Dillinger Gangs capture in Tucson in 1934. Learn of a famous gunfighter & the fascinating story of Tucson’s first cathedral!
We stroll past a historic theatre, see a stunning former department store, see Tucson's first skyscaper, and learn of a former luxury hotel, as we hear of Tucson's mid century shopping scene that gains national acclaim!
Meeting Point
Lohse Family YMCA
60 W Alameda St, Tucson, AZ 85701, USA
We meet directly across the street from the YMCA located at 60 W Alameda Street under the big shade tree on the southeast corner of the intersection of W Alameda Street and N Church in Downtown Tucson.
What's included:
- 2 Hours of Incredible Stories that bring Tucson History Alive!
What to expect:
Duration: 2 hours
Presidio San Agustin Del Tucson Museum
196 N Court Ave, , Tucson, 85701-1002, Arizona
We stroll past the rebuilt Presidio Walls hearing how Tucson was founded in 1775 as a Spanish Colonial Presidio, and of our 4,000 years of Native American History.
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Old Town Artisans
201 N Court Ave, , Tucson, 85701-1003, Arizona
We stroll past this historic Sonoran Row House doing a deep dive into how these mud adobe structures were built for our harsh desert climate.
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Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block
140 N Main Ave, , Tucson, 85701-8218, Arizona
We stroll past the J. Knox Corbett Mansion, Hiram & Petra Stevens Home, and Sam Hughes Home hearing the fascinating tales of these Pioneer Founders.
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Steinfeld Mansion
300 N Main Ave, , Tucson, 85701-8255, Arizona
We stop outside the stunning Steinfeld Mansion to learn of the famous architect Henry Trost, and hear the fascinating tale of the Steinfeld Family, one of Tucson's Pioneering Merchant Families!
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Owls Club
236 S Scott Ave, , Tucson, 85701-1924, Arizona
We stroll past the Owls Club Mansion in the El Presidio Neighborhood learning details of what the club was and of the high society parties they threw! This story is a real hoot!
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El Charro Café Downtown
311 N Court Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701, USA
We stroll past El Charro Cafe to learn the history of the oldest continuous same family Mexican restaurant in the United States! The story of this restaurant is an entrepreneur's dream!
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Transamerica Building
177 N Church Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701, USA
We see several stunning murals, including Arizona's tallest mural, that are on the Transamerica Building in Downtown Tucson!
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El Presidio Park
115 N Church Ave, West of Pima County Courthouse, Tucson, 85701-1130, Arizona
We see the January 8th Memorial (Gabby Giffords Shooting Tragedy), and learn the story of a stunning modernist mid century fountain!
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Pima County Courthouse
115 N Church Ave, , Tucson, 85701-1199, Arizona
We visit the stunning Historic Pima County Courthouse, built in 1929, including a visit to the Dillinger Gang Courtroom where we hear the tale of the Gang's Capture in Tucson in 1934!
15 minutes
Veinte de Agosto Park
123 W. Congress Street, Tucson, 85701, Arizona
We hear the story of our first St. Augustine Cathedral built in 1868 and what happens to it - This is a fascinating tale! Plus we learn of a famous gunfighter who partied the night away on this plaza!
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Fox Tucson Theatre
17 W Congress St, Tucson, 85701-1313, Arizona
We stroll past this southwest art deco designed theatre learning of its storied past!
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Valley National Bank Building (Tucson, Arizona)
2 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701, USA
Learn the story of Tucson's first skyscraper!
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100 N Stone Ave
100 N Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701, USA
We learn of a luxury hotel that was originally in this building complete with a rooftop experience for guests!
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Jacome Plaza
101 N Stone Ave, , Tucson, 85701-1501, Arizona
We learn the fascinating tale of the mid century shopping scene the Steinfeld's and Jacome's built in Downtown Tucson including the story of a luxury hotel that dates to 1929!
10 minutes
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Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tour Participation Risk Acknowledgement and Liability Waiver: By booking this tour, I understand and agree that participation in this Guided Walking Tour involves walking on public sidewalks, crossing streets and entering both public and private buildings and property. This guided tour could involve risk of physical injury, illness, death or property loss, and despite safety precautions, the tour operator cannot guarantee safety thereof, as all risks cannot be prevented. I understand that any injuries, medical expenses, property loss, or other personal expenditures that result during or from participating in this Tour, are to be borne by the participant, or by their parent or guardian (if participant is a minor), and I agree to release the tour operator and it's owner and employees of any and all liability.
No pets please. Service animals are allowed.
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
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Strolls and Stories Tours
Product SKU: US-30736-0001
Tucson Historic Stories Walking Tour
AZ
people
1 participant
hours
- • Explore Tucson's Historic Sites on a Guided Walking Tour
- • Enjoy 2 Hours of Engaging Stories About Tucson's Rich History
- • Uncover Tucson's Most Fascinating Stories from Its Pioneering Days
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