Tucson is Arizona’s second-largest city, a UNESCO City of Gastronomy and a year-round outdoor playground. Explore places to see with this Tucson visitor’s guide.

Explore Southern Arizona’s underground spectacle just south of Benson off Highway 90. This massive limestone cavern was discovered in 1974 but kept a secret until all protections were in place for Arizona State Parks to open the living cave to the public in 1999.

Explore Southern Arizona’s sky islands in Coronado National Forest. Mount Lemmon is the highest point in the Santa Catalina Mountains, topping out at more than 9,000 feet. Visit this mountain retreat to cool off in the warmer months and to enjoy a snowy playground in winter.

From the abundance of Saguaro cactuses and unique wildlife in the Sonoran Desert to the high country and forests of the White Mountains to the breathtaking Grand Canyon, Arizona’s regions are full of experiences that don’t disappoint.

Saguaro studded hills in Tucson Mountain Park give visitors a glimpse of what’s to come. Before entering the park, make note of two of the area’s points of pride. Old Tucson and Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum are close to the entry of the national park, providing fun and educational opportunities to add to this unique Sonoran Desert experience.

Located in the southeast corner of Arizona, Tombstone takes some effort to get to, but the payoff is immediate. Visitors pull into town on dirt roads that lead to infamous historic sites and storefronts captured in time. Actors in period garb mingle with visitors on wooden boardwalks and in saloons with creaky floors. Step Back in Time

Towering mountains set the backdrop for epic outdoor thrills at Arizona Zipline Adventures. Featuring the longest zip line in the state at 1,500 feet, the outdoor park features five zips along a course that winds through the magnificent Catalina Foothills. For More Information. 11570 N Oracle Rd Tucson, AZ 85737 (520) 628-5798. Visit ...

Visit Arizona’s second-largest city, a UNESCO City of Gastronomy and a year-round outdoor playground. You can be secluded or social in Tucson. The city’s central core is a vibrant area with the University of Arizona, Fourth Avenue and a lively downtown.

Tucson is Arizona’s second-largest city, a UNESCO City of Gastronomy and a year-round outdoor playground. Explore places to see with this Tucson visitor’s guide.

Explore Santa Catalina Park and the gardens of Tohono Chul in Oro Valley, Arizona, a town north of Tucson and the starting point for El Tour de Tucson.