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What to do in Southern Arizona
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Saguaro National Park
Hike, bike or drive through fields and forests containing one of the most recognized cactus plants in the world.
Sabino Canyon
Experience the natural beauty and wildlife of a large desert canyon on foot, by car or on a narrated tram tour.
Tombstone Historic District
Find out about the history of Tombstone when you take a trip to Tombstone Historic District. Discover the area's desert landscape and seek out the horseback riding.
Pima Air and Space Museum
One of the largest aviation museums in the world houses aircraft and spacecraft from the 1920s to the present.
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
Encounter wolves, rattlesnakes, coyotes, bighorn sheep and rare plant species at this living museum in the desert.
Old Tucson Studios
This Western movie studio and theme park with rides, gunfights and stunt shows has been the setting for hundreds of Hollywood productions.
O.K. Corral
You can browse the exhibits at O.K. Corral, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Tombstone. Discover the area's desert landscape and seek out the horseback riding.
University of Arizona
Explore the campus of University of Arizona, a top college in Tucson. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino
Why not roll the dice by visiting Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Maricopa? Visit the area's casinos, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Areas of Southern Arizona
Catalina Foothills
If you're spending some time in Catalina Foothills, St. Phillips Plaza and La Encantada are top sights worth seeing.
Catalina
Catalina is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Catalina State Park and Catalina Neighborhood Park.
Downtown Tucson
Theaters, river views, and live music highlight some of the noteworthy features of Downtown Tucson. Make a stop by Fox Theatre or St. Augustine Cathedral while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Tanque Verde
Tanque Verde is noteworthy for its golf courses, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Agua Caliente Park and Arizona National Golf Club.
Casas Adobes
Visitors highly recommend Casas Adobes for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Catalina Golf Course while you're in town.
Summerhaven
Summerhaven might not have many top sights, but Mt Lemmon Ski Valley and Santa Catalina Mountains are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
