Downtown Tucson and El Presidio Guided Walking Tour
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Scott, your tour guide, has a passion for good story telling! Hear the historic stories, fascinating tales & my interesting tidbits of Tucson History on this guided walking tour! We discuss Tucson's founding in 1775 as a Spanish Colonial Presidio & learn of our 4,000 years of Native American History! We see a historic Sonoran Row House & learn how these mud adobe structures were built for our desert climate. We stroll past charming historic mansions, three by the famous architect Henry Trost, learning the fascinating tales of our Pioneer Founders...one story is a real hoot! We visit the historic Pima County Courthouse to learn of the Dillinger Gangs capture in Tucson in 1934. Learn of a famous gunfighter & the fascinating story of Tucson’s first cathedral! We stroll past a historic theatre, see a stunning former department store, see Tucson's first skyscaper, and learn of a former luxury hotel, as we hear of Tucson's mid century shopping scene that gains national acclaim!2 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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2 Hours of Incredible Stories that bring Tucson History Alive!
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- Maximum 10 travellers in this tour.
Locations in the itinerary
Presidio San Agustin Del Tucson Museum(Pass By)
196 N Court Ave, , Tucson, United States, 85701-1002We stroll past the rebuilt Presidio Walls hearing how Tucson was founded in 1775 as a Spanish Colonial Presidio, and of our 4,000 years of Native American History. View LocationOld Town Artisans(Pass By)
201 N Court Ave, , Tucson, United States, 85701-1003We stroll past this historic Sonoran Row House doing a deep dive into how these mud adobe structures were built for our harsh desert climate. View LocationTucson Museum of Art and Historic Block(Pass By)
140 N Main Ave, , Tucson, United States, 85701-8218We stroll past the J. Knox Corbett Mansion, Hiram & Petra Stevens Home, and Sam Hughes Home hearing the fascinating tales of these Pioneer Founders. View LocationSteinfeld Mansion(Pass By)
300 N Main Ave, , Tucson, United States, 85701-8255We stop outside the stunning Steinfeld Mansion to learn of the famous architect Henry Trost, and hear the fascinating tale of the Steinfeld Family, one of Tucson's Pioneering Merchant Families! View LocationOwls Club(Pass By)
236 S Scott Ave, , Tucson, United States, 85701-1924We stroll past the Owls Club Mansion in the El Presidio Neighborhood learning details of what the club was and of the high society parties they threw! This story is a real hoot!View LocationWe stroll past El Charro Cafe to learn the history of the oldest continuous same family Mexican restaurant in the United States! The story of this restaurant is an entrepreneur's dream!View Location
We see several stunning murals, including Arizona's tallest mural, that are on the Transamerica Building in Downtown Tucson! View Location
El Presidio Park(Pass By)
115 N Church Ave, West of Pima County Courthouse, Tucson, United States, 85701-1130We see the January 8th Memorial (Gabby Giffords Shooting Tragedy), and learn the story of a stunning modernist mid century fountain! View LocationMeeting and Pickup
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We meet directly across the street from the YMCA located at 60 W Alameda Street under the big shade tree on the southeast corner of the intersection of W Alameda Street and N Church in Downtown Tucson. View Location
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We meet directly across the street from the YMCA located at 60 W Alameda Street under the big shade tree on the southeast corner of the intersection of W Alameda Street and N Church in Downtown Tucson. View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour Participation Risk Acknowledgement and Liability Waiver: By booking this tour, I understand and agree that participation in this Guided Walking Tour involves walking on public sidewalks, crossing streets and entering both public and private buildings and property. This guided tour could involve risk of physical injury, illness, death or property loss, and despite safety precautions, the tour operator cannot guarantee safety thereof, as all risks cannot be prevented. I understand that any injuries, medical expenses, property loss, or other personal expenditures that result during or from participating in this Tour, are to be borne by the participant, or by their parent or guardian (if participant is a minor), and I agree to release the tour operator and it's owner and employees of any and all liability.
- No pets please. Service animals are allowed.
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in America/Phoenix time to receive 100% refund.
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