Tucson Downtown Food and Culture Tour

Join Secret Food Tours on a food tour through downtown Tucson. You'll dine in a number of locally owned restaurants, trying some of their signature dishes.
Learn the story of a city that started with open spaces and rich agriculture and became an eclectic part of the southwestern United States. At the end of your Downtown Tucson food tour, you'll have sampled some of this city’s most delicious dishes and gained a better understanding of its culture and history.

Your Tucson food tour starts here as you imagine everything you’ll see and all the delicious dishes you’ll try. All the food will be served with water.

Meeting Point

100 South Avenida del Convento

100 South Avenida del Convento, Tucson, AZ 85745, USA

We will meet at the Mercado San Agustin, 100 South Avenida del Convento, Tucson, AZ 85745.

What's included:

• Homemade Indian/Latin Empanada
• Apple filled Mini Chimi’s
• Our delicious Secret Dish
• Cochinito
• Sonoran hot dog
• Hand Crafted Tea

Not included:

• Transportation

What to expect:

Duration: 4 hours

Mercado San Agustin

100 South Avenida del Convento, Tucson, AZ 85745, USA

Your guide will meet you inside The Mercado, next to La Estrella. A modern adaption of old world architecture within an expanding downtown, you can find everything from clothes to tacos.

30 minutes

Estatua de "Pancho Villa"

Veinte de Agosto Park, 123 W Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701, USA

Situated within Viente de Agosto Park sits a statue of a beloved and controversial General Villa. You will learn why this particular piece was gifted by the Mexican government and what role Pancho played in Tucsons rich history.

30 minutes

Fox Tucson Theatre

17 W Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701, USA

In this century old theatre, you will see innovative art deco that changed how theatres transferred sound and captivated an audience. From vaudeville to rock concerts, this venue remains a top performer!

30 minutes

Pueblo Parking Garage and Lot

33 W Congress St #225, Tucson, AZ 85701, USA

Within a mundane parking lot, experience a colorful array of creativity that brings downtown Tucson to life. From local to national artists gathering annually for all to see year-round!

30 minutes

Hotel Congress

311 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701, USA

Walk through an iconic and upscale establishment that earned its way to the top. With gangsters, ghosts and a thriving music scene, learn why this hotel is never shy of visitors.

30 minutes

Pima County Historic Courthouse

115 N Church Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701, USA

Walk through a captivating architectural gem that includes colorful mosaics, intricate iron works and magnificent stained glass, all crowned with an impressive bell tower that stands as a prominent landmark. Learn which notorious outlaws were forced within its walls and pay tribute to a beautiful memorial dedicated to its beloved citizens.

30 minutes

Presidio San Agustín del Tucson Museum

196 N Court Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701, USA

Stopping at the first building in the city, you will gain a better understanding of what life was like for settlers in this new town. A faithful and meticulously reconstructed Presidio allows visitors a glimpse from the past.

30 minutes

El Charro Café Downtown

311 N Court Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701, USA

Officially the oldest and cherished family operated Mexican restaurants, steeped in culinary tradition. Not only will you be immersed within the culture of the Sonoran region, you will find a sweetly crafted mini chimichanga to cap off a truly unique tour through the beautiful city that is Tucson!

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