Enjoy a fun filled day playing mini golf, driving go-karts, hide and seek on three levels of Laser Tag, which is family friendly or cool off in the Cactus Springs water park. There’s even a special area dedicated to the younger crowd with kiddie rides and adventures. Tony Ray 🙂 Website: https://www.funtastics.com/Phone: 520-888-4653Address: 221 E […]

Remember those neighborhood Dodgeball games you had as a kid? Well now add another level of excitement to it. With thousands of square foot, wall to wall inside this facility, you’ll enjoy hours of fun. You can jump from trampoline to trampoline, jump from the trampoline to the foam pit and even use the trampoline […]

Looking for a family fun night? Night out with friends? Head over to Golf N Stuff where you will find something for everyone. The attractions include Miniature Golf, Lil Indy Raceway and “start your engines”, Laser Tag with maze-like layouts, Bumper Boats, where you can be either the captain (driver) or the for a delicious […]

One of the best ways you can get to know the culture of Tucson is to visit the numerous murals found in Downtown Tucson and the surrounding areas.  In fact, mural hunting happens to be one of my favorite past-times and is a great opportunity to get outside while social distancing. What are you waiting […]

Whether you are a beginner rock climber, or experienced and looking for a challenge, Rocks & Ropes is the place to visit. You can come by yourself or with a group of friends/family. Tony Ray 🙂 Website: https://rocksandropes.com/Phone: 520-882-5924Address: 330 S Toole Ave #400, Tucson, AZ 85701Map: Open map Media References https://www.seetucsonhomes.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/rocks.jpg Admin note: this […]

Shopping, Eating, Train Rides and Gunfights? While there are plenty of fun things to do in Tucson, today we feature one. Whether Lunch or dinner, shows or shopping, Trail Dust Town aims to please with a little bit of everything for the whole family. If you’ve ever been to Nightfall at Old Tucson Studios this […]

Madera Canyon offers an outstanding cross-section of Southwestern bird habitats. Walk one of the many trails and hopefully you can catch a glimpse of some of the more than 200 bird species recorded. Bring along a picnic basket or dine in nearby Green Valley. As part of the Santa Rita Mountains, you are approximately 25 […]

Rising dramatically from the Sonoran Desert along I-10, Picacho Peak State Park is one of Southern Arizona’s most unforgettable springtime destinations. The jagged peak is striking any time of year, but when winter rainfall creates the right conditions, the surrounding desert floor comes alive with colorful wildflowers and turns an ordinary drive north of Tucson […]

Santa Catalina Mountains (one hour from Speedway and Campbell) Redington Pass has a variety of gorgeous hiking trail, canyons and bushwhack routes. Redington Pass offers the best Backcountry in Tucson. The hikes will blow your mind. Tony Ray 🙂 Website: http://www.friendsofredingtonpass.org/hiking.html Media References https://www.seetucsonhomes.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/50487234_scaled_224x223.jpg Admin note: this draft was generated from Firestore data and needs […]

Located on the northeast corner of Sunrise Blvd and Sabino Canyon Road. Be one of the over one million visitors to visit Sabino Canyon annually. Ride the Tram to Savino and Bear Canyon. There are nine stops on the Sabino Tram route, so you can eat, bird watch or just soak in the beautiful scenery. […]

Tumamoc Hill Whether it’s a hike, stroll through nature, or tough workout you are looking for, Tumamoc Hill is a wonderful place that can offer that and so much more. Located just West of “A” Mountain and across the street from St. Mary’s Hospital, Tumamoc Hill provides a unique hiking experience you will want to […]

This outdoor theatre is a fantastic music venue. The acoustics are enjoyable. You can hear the entertainment from the stage, while still being able to hear your partner speak. Get there early, because it is a very popular event. A beautiful, cooler evening, sitting back in your chair or beach towel or blanket. There are […]

Whether your little ones like to swing, climb, slide or just dangle, they will have a blast in the playground area at Reid Park. There’s a motion cruiser, rope climber, even drinking fountains for the pets. The ground is covered with softwood chips, ensuring a safe, fun time. It has been voted Best Playground 14 […]

All Aboard!! Take a leisurely ride around the park in the Zoo Train. You can even ask the conductor to take you to the Rose Garden! Hear the clack, clack, clack of the choo-choo chug along the pond. Kids of all ages will enjoy the laid back, scenic tour. Tony Ray 🙂 Media References https://www.seetucsonhomes.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/We-Love-Tucson-39a.png […]

This stadium is rich with tradition. Currently, it is home to the University of Arizona Wildcats Baseball Team. This major league caliber facility has large concession stands and ample restrooms. In addition to this stadium, there are also six adult baseball fields with amateur games regularly being played. Come grab a hot dog and a […]

Even your four-legged friend needs some special time. Get out in the sunshine and enjoy tons of grass area, fountains, pooper scoopers tennis balls (donated) and other pups. You can sit at one of the tables and relax while your doggie romps around. There are two dog parks. One for large dogs and one for […]

The Edith Ball Adaptive Recreation Center (ARC) is an award-winning facility that offers a unique experience for all. The outdoor, covered Recreation Pool offers a variety of fitness classes, lap swim, and open swim times to enjoy the walking channel and play features in the zero-depth area. The indoor, warm water Therapy Pool provides individuals […]

Felix Lucero was a war veteran who fell on hard times. He “made a deal with the Virgin Mary” as he lay dying on the battlefield. If she allowed him to live, he would dedicate his life creating Christian art. In the late 1930’s he was living under the Congress Street Bridge. He began sculping […]

Reid Park Golf offers outstanding course conditions, a friendly and welcoming atmosphere at an exceptional value. Start off with a delicious meal in the restaurant, or just head straight out to the driving range. The range has 50 grass stations. Forget something? No worries. There is a fully-stocked Pro Shop. Enjoy over 10,000 yards of […]

Not a hiker, but would like to take a nice, leisurely stroll? Then head over to the Reid Park Duck Pond. You’ll see endless ducks, turtles, geese and more. There are beautiful water features and tall, mature trees for shade. There is a walking path around the pond that is sprinkled with artwork beautiful fragrant […]

The Zoo was founded in 1965. It is filled with a collection of birds, prairie dogs, farm animals, and squirrel monkeys. It’s a 24-acre campus that houses hundreds of animals in naturalistic exhibits. The whole family will enjoy the holiday lights. From Dec 7th to 19th you can enjoy thousands of twinkling lights and displays. […]

If you are seeking a beautiful, tranquil and aromatic setting to sit and relax, perhaps read a book, then head over to the Reid Park Rose Garden. you’ll find over 800 plants from more than 100 species of roses. Through their efforts, the Garden received the Pacific Southwest District Garden of the Year Award in […]

Tohono Chul is one of Tucson’s “Best Kept Secrets”. Take a stroll among the 49 acres of lush desert. Soak up the beauty of the soaring Saguaros and themed botanical gardens. You’ll likely be greeted by a friendly, inquisitive hummingbird, buzzing past your head! In addition to the breathtaking gardens, you will be awed by […]

The Tucson Botanical Gardens is a 5.5 acres collection of sixteen urban gardens. Beautiful walk paths connect each of the gardens, such as the Zen Garden, Barrio Garden and Children’s garden. The plants range from tropical to desert. There are thousands of succulents and cactus. The garden is inspirational. It’s a place that touches your […]

If you are seeking an intimate concept of Japanese gardens, then you need to head over to the Yumi Japanese Gardens. Yumi Japanese Gardens is located close to the Botanical Gardens. It is a totally different experience. It is made up of five different traditional themes. The tranquil, strolling pond garden is my favorite, transporting […]

Camping at Patagonia Lake You can even take a small motor boat out on the water without disturbing the fish or other campers.  Darren and I have seen the area grow substantially in the last few years, with fantastic new amenities popping up every year.  The campsites have also grown considerably with the development of […]

Using the website above, you’ll make a reservation for a private camp site at Fool Hollow Lake (a gated community of course). We call this…Boutique Camping. Pack up your tent or RV. Make sure to take the air matress (if you’ll be in a tent), egyptian cotton sheets and down feather pillows. You will also […]

Your Drive to Lake Powell We started our excursion in the morning because we knew we were in for a long drive. Our destination was a dream vacation, living the life of luxury on a house boat in the middle of Lake Powell. The car was already packed, all that was left was a saying […]

Our destination set, we packed the puppies into the Jeep and began the 2 1/2 hour drive up North to Theodore Roosevelt Lake. It was easy road conditions all the way from Tucson to the campground, with nicely paved and easily navigated thoroughfares. PRO TIP – There are two great gas locations on your route […]

Darren and I have been vacationing in Puerto Penasco, Rocky Point, Mexico for years now.  Our great friend and wonderful insurance agent Kristi Frank has a vacation home nearby so we like to head down together to enjoy the sun and sand. PRO TIP – There are numerous Air BNB’s in the area, but in […]

Hanging out on 4th Avenue, in Tucson, is one of my favorite places to eat, hang out and enjoy the weather. Historically, 4th Avenue has been the Bohemian center of Tucson. You can find many venues for entertainment, shopping, dining and more. The 4th Avenue district connects Broadway downtown to University Avenue to the north. […]

The Agua Caliente Park sprawls across a hot spring. The water temperatures average 87 degrees for much of the year. While featuring an eventful history and many recreation options, this place should definitely be on your Tucson to-do list. Additional amenities include; restrooms, picnic areas, and a beautiful green field for soccer and volleyball. Whether […]

We happened upon Bearizona Drive-through Wildlife Park in Williams AZ. We rented a great cabin in Flagstaff Arizona for the weekend. After that, we decided to go to Williams to see the Route 66 town for some lunch and shopping. We were driving back from Williams, about 30 min from Flagstaff when we saw the […]

Located outside Tucson near the base of the Santa Catalina Mountains, Biosphere 2 is a sought-out destination by visitors from around the world. The Biosphere was designed as a “mini-world” enclosed by protective glass. In 1991, the first of two “missions” began where scientists were sealed inside the Biosphere and they conducted research (and they […]

Because of the higher elevations (3,000 feet), the cooler temperatures of Catalina State Park provide us with a slightly later wildflower season. Purple lupines and golden Mexican poppies grace the trails in late March and early April. You’ll be sure to love this place. Tony Ray 🙂 Website: https://azstateparks.com/catalinaPhone: 520-628-5798Address: 11570 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, […]

Tucson is filled with awesome hiking trails and beautiful mountains, but if you’re looking for something really special, take a trip to Kartchner Caverns. Kartchner Caverns is a “live” limestone cave southeast of Tucson that has gained worldwide fame from its incredible mineral and calcite formations. The most famous and largest of these formations is […]

Located outside of Tucson, but close enough to include on your list of places to explore. Top-notch for wildflower spotting. Here you’ll be treated to a carpet of desert wildflowers in the spring. There are six trails, but the one for best wildflower sighting is the Native Plant Trail. You’ll be treated to ¼ mile […]

The giant saguaro is the universal symbol of the American West. Saguaro National Park is home to 25 species of cactus. The cactus range from the towering saguaro cactus to the tiny mammillaria. The beautiful flowers that bloom from the cactus and succulents include brilliant whites, vibrant violet-blue lupines, yellow brittlebushes, and soft whispery pink […]

If you’re native to Tucson, you have most likely heard about the Titan Missile Museum. It’s just 25 miles outside of our beloved Old Pueblo but have you actually gone there? A lot of people haven’t, and we think that’s a shame. This museum is not just a fun thing to check out while in […]

Directions: Take I-19 south to exit 40, Turn left under the bridge to the East Frontage Rd. Next, Turn right on the East Frontage Road and continue south to the entrance into La Entrada de Tubac, 2221 E Frontage Road Did you know? “Perhaps Tubac’s most famous person was soldier and explorer Capt. Juan Bautista […]

There are seven bike tours to choose from. They range from seven to eleven miles on flat terrain. They last around two and a half hours. It is truly the best way to see and learn about Tucson. It’s an easy, flat terrain. You will learn so much about the history of Tucson that you […]

The Food Tour of Tucson is an adventure which includes an insider’s look at five locally-owned restaurants. The restaurants are coupled with entertaining stories of Main Gate Square and 4th Avenue’s rich history throughout the tour. Wear sunscreen and comfortable shoes!! You will visit restaurants that have been featured on the Food Network. The exact […]

Take a trip to Tombstone, Arizona. You’ll be taking a trip back in time. It’s an entire family entertainment experience. Tombstone offers you the chance to experience a gunfight held daily at The Gunfight Palace. You can check to see if you have what it takes to be a true gunfighter; a keen eye and […]

Whether you go on the Desert Ecology Tour, experiencing both breathtaking scenery and “amazing desert critters”, the Sunset Tour, and observe the amazing sunset with our beautiful rock formations in the forefront, or a rally team-building tour, full of games, education and of course, critters, you will have a day you will never forget. Sit […]

We’ll Show You How To Find What You’ll Love! Your local guides (Tom, Darren, Dale and Tony Ray) will help you find tons of the hidden gems that Tucson has to offer. Our goal is to take you from Tourist to Trailblazer so that after the tour, you”ll know where to go to find the […]