10 TOP Things to Do in Southern Arizona (2025 Activity Guide)

Fox Theatre which includes theater scenes, signage and street scenes

Old Tucson Studios showing desert views, mountains and tranquil scenes

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What to do in Southern Arizona

Popular places to visit

Saguaro National Park

Hike, bike or drive through fields and forests containing one of the most recognized cactus plants in the world.

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.

Sabino Canyon

Experience the natural beauty and wildlife of a large desert canyon on foot, by car or on a narrated tram tour.

Pima Air and Space Museum

One of the largest aviation museums in the world houses aircraft and spacecraft from the 1920s to the present.

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.

Davis-Monthan Air Force Base

After visiting Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tucson. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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

Historic architecture and traditions are integrated seamlessly into the city’s hip, cosmopolitan urban center, which is connected to other Tucson areas by a streetcar route.