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THIS IS YOUR

COLLEGE TOWN

A sunny, laid-back city that embraces students.


Downtown Tucson, Arizona skyline at dusk with nightlights illuminating student night life.

FREE TO BE
YOURSELF

You’re bound to fall in love with this funky, quirky city that celebrates individuality and offers something for everyone.

PLAN A VISIT

Tucson Saguaro Sign
Happy students walking with a bike on campus near some Palo Verde trees.
Student riding a bicycle downtown in Tucson, Arizona next to the street car.
Students enjoying night life in downtown Tucson, Arizona near Hotel Congress.

TUCSON A TO Z

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Happy female students playing pool at Arizona Student Union game room.
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1 million +

Tucson metro population

Arizona’s

second-largest city

83 degrees

average annual temperature



WHAT WILDCATS SAY

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“Tucson is a wealth of hole-in-the-wall places that are quite incredible. I just really love quirky Tucson.”

Shreya | THE OUT-OF-TOWNER

Gilbert, Arizona

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“I think the close proximity of interesting or fun things to do around the city is what makes Tucson a great college town.”

Ceci | THE LOCAL

Tucson, Arizona

Close up of a smiling male student.

“Tucson is a big city with a small-town feel. While my family is back home freezing, I enjoy sunny Tucson poolside.”

Lorenzo | THE OUT-OF-STATER

Ann Arbor, Michigan

THE
OUT-OF-TOWNER
THE
LOCAL
THE
OUT-OF-STATER
PLAN A VISIT

Arizona’s top-ranked

“FUN” City

- WalletHub

One of the Best Cities for

OUTDOOR LIVING

- Digital Third Coast

Top 10

MOST BIKABLE Large Cities

- Redfin



MAKE TUCSON YOURS

ADVENTURE
CHILL
CULTURE
FOOD
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ADVENTURE

TOP DESTINATIONS TO EXPLORE

The Catalina Mountains

Mount Lemmon, Sabino Canyon and Seven Falls are the top three hiking spots, but there are literally hundreds more to discover.

The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

If you’ve never seen a prickly javelina or an oh-so-cute prairie dog up close and personal, this world-renowned Southwest destination gives you the chance to do so.

Bike Paths

Whether you’re riding your cruiser to brunch or cycling 111 miles for the Tour de Tucson bike race, Tucson is one of the best cities in the nation to go by two wheels.

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CHILL

TOP PLACES TO KICK BACK AND UNWIND

Coffee or tea?

Whether it’s the Scented Leaf Tea House, Café Luce, or the always-popular Cartel Coffee Lab, there’s no shortage of perfect study spots (or caffeine).

World-famous resorts

Rub elbows with the rich and famous right here in Tucson. Resorts like Miraval and the Ritz-Carlton at Dove Mountain are many celebrities’ top getaways.

La Encantada

Peruse high-end retail stories at this outdoor shopping center.

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CULTURE

ENJOY AUTHENTIC TUCSON

Dia de los Muertos

You can’t miss the annual All Souls Parade in downtown Tucson. Practice your sugar skull face painting skills ahead of time.

Tucson Meet Yourself

Food trucks, music, artists. This annual festival is a great way to introduce yourself to our hometown.

Fourth Avenue Street Fair

Shop ‘til you drop at this biannual fair featuring local artisans.

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FOOD

A FOODIE DESTINATION

UNESCO City of Gastronomy

Tucson has unique eats around every corner. Some of Wildcats’ favorite spots are the Hub, Café Poca Cosa and Culinary Dropout. Foodies everywhere, unite.

The Best 23 Miles of Mexican Food

Tucson boldly claims having the best Mexican food in the country. There’s only one way to find out.

Sonoran Hot Dogs

A true local delicacy, Sonoran Dogs are one-part hot dog, one-part bacon, and many parts tasty toppings. Sounds weird? Just trust us on this one.

CARS NOT NECESSARY

It’s easy to catch a ride around Tucson’s city core – just hop on the streetcar.

SEE THE ROUTE
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University of Arizona and Main Gate Square

Just outside campus, Main Gate Square is where Wildcats go to watch a game, grab a burrito, study, or all of the above.

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Fourth Avenue

Tucson’s famous Fourth Ave. is home to eclectic shops, coffee spots and restaurants.

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Downtown

From brunch spots, to concerts, if it’s happening in Tucson, it’s happening downtown.

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Mercado District

Explore open air markets, restaurants, and shops along west-central Tucson.

 

READY TO EXPERIENCE
TUCSON FIRST-HAND?

PLAN A VISIT
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