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ATTRACTIONS & THE ARTS forest! Open year-round for skiing/skyride, unique gifts, homemade fudge, and patio or fireside dining. y Attractions M A J O R AT T R A C T I O N S Tucson Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum 2021 N. Kinney Rd., Tucson, AZ 85743; 883-1380, FAX 883-2500, info@desertmuseum.org, www.desertmuseum.org. In the heart of the Sonoran Desert: living exhibits include more than 1,300 types of plants, 300 kinds of animals. Open daily, year-round. Call for hours/rates. A-12 y Old Town Artisans/La Cocina Restaurant & Catering 201 N. Court Ave., Tucson, AZ 85701; 623-6024, 800-782-8072, FAX 622-0494, nota@mindspring.com, www.oldtownartisans.com. 1860s historic adobe. Largest collection of local/regional art, fine crafts, with jewelry and Native American. Open daily. Major credit cards. Climate-controlled shops. Lunchtime dining in courtyard. L-11 The University of Arizona–Biosphere 2 P.O. Box 8746, The University of Arizona–Biosphere 2, Tucson, AZ 85738; 838-6200, FAX 838-6162, info@B2science.org, www.b2science.org. World’s largest glass-enclosed mini-world “Exploring Earth’s Future.” Guided Under the Glass tours. Snacks and gift shop. y Southern Arizona Bird Cage Theatre 517 E. Allen, Tombstone, AZ 85638-0248; 457-3421, 800-457-3423, tombstoneaz.net. Preserved since 1881. Nationally known historic Old West landmark. Site of 16 gunfights, 26 killings, refrain of “Bird in a Gilded Cage” song. Open daily. Old Tucson Studios 201 S. Kinney Rd., Tucson, AZ 85735; 883-0100, FAX 578-1269, guestrelations@oldtucson.com, www.oldtucson.com. World-famous Western movie studio and theme park. Live entertainment, gunfight and stunt shows, dance-hall musicals featured daily. Food, shopping, games, rides, and other attractions available. B-10 y Arizona State Parks 1300 W. Washington, Phoenix, AZ 85007; 602-542-4174, FAX 602-542-4188, ebilbrey@azstateparks.gov, www.azstateparks.gov. The Arizona State Parks Department oversees the operation of 27 state parks, the state trails system, off-highway vehicle, and historic/cultural programs in Arizona. y Bureau of Land Management Tucson Field Office 12661 E. Broadway Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85748; 258-7200, FAX 258-7238, www.az.blm.gov. BLM manages nearly one million acres of federal land: Ironwood Forest National Monument, Las Cienegas National Conservation Area, San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area. O.K. Corral® 308 E. Allen St., P.O. Box 367, Tombstone, AZ 85638; phone/FAX: 457-3456, 800-518-1566, ok-corral@ok-corral.com, www.ok-corral.com. Historic site of Gunfight at the O.K. Corral®. Daily re-enactments with Wyatt Earp, Doc Holliday. Guided tours. Fascinating history of Tombstone and Geronimo. Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission. Pima Air & Space Museum 6000 E. Valencia Rd., Tucson, AZ 85706; 574-9658, www.pimaair.org/. Pet-friendly. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (winter): $13.50 adults; $10.75 seniors, groups, military; $9 children 7–12. Summer: $11.75 adults; $9.75 seniors, groups, military; $8 children 7–12. Under 6 free. S-4 y Queen Mine Tours 478 N. Dart Rd., Bisbee, AZ 85603; 432-2071, 866-432-2071, queenminetour@cityofbisbee.com, www.discoverbisbee.com. Tour an authentic turn-of-the-century underground mine. Slicker, hard hat, and head lamp provided. Reservations suggested. Reid Park Zoo 1100 S. Randolph Way, Tucson, AZ 85716; 791-3204, FAX 791-5378, reidzoo@tucsonaz.gov, www.tucsonzoo.org. Enter Randolph Way off 22nd St., west of Alvernon. More than 500 animals from different continents in naturalistic settings. Conservation, recreation, and education for the entire family. O-10 y Colossal Cave Mountain Park 16721 E. Old Spanish Trail, Vail, AZ 85641; 647-7275, 647-7121, FAX 647-3299, info@colossalcave.com, www.colossalcave.com. Beautiful desert park, on the National Historic Register, showcasing crystal-filled Colossal Cave and historic La Posta Quemada Ranch. Cave tours, museums, picnicking, Western trail rides. y DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun 6300 N. Swan Rd., Tucson, AZ 85718; 299-9191, 800-545-2185, info@degrazia.org, www.degrazia.org. National historic district of Southwestern art and architecture by legendary artist Ted DeGrazia. Adobe gallery, mission, and gift shop on 10-acre foothills retreat. Open daily 10–4. Q-17 y Flandrau: The University of Arizona Science Center 1601 E. University Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85721; 621-STAR(7827), FAX 621-8451, fsc@email.arizona.edu, www.flandrau.org. “Star Theater” planetarium with fun and educational programs for all ages, hands-on science exhibits, mineral museum, and public observatory. Charters, “star parties,” banquets, and meetings. M-11 y Sabino Canyon Tours, Inc. 5900 N. Sabino Canyon Rd., Tucson, AZ 85750; 749-2861, FAX 749-9679, Reservations and group rates: 749-2327, sabinoshuttleinfo@worldnet.att.net, www.sabinocanyon.com. Daytime rides 365 days a year. Moonlight rides three times monthly Apr.–Dec. U-17 y Tohono Chul Park 7366 N. Paseo del Norte, Tucson, AZ 85704; 742-6455, FAX 797-1213, askus@tohonochulpark.org, www.tohonochulpark.org. Scenic 49-acre desert preserve with nature trails, specialty gardens, unique gift shops, art galleries, Tea Room. Open daily. Call for hours and admission fees. K-19 y Trail Dust Town 6541 E. Tanque Verde Rd., Tucson, AZ 85715; 296-4551, FAX 298-3614, info@traildusttown.com, www.traildusttown.com. Authentic Old West town featuring stunt shows, miniature train, vintage carousel, shops, more. Enjoy a mesquite-grilled steak at Pinnacle Peak Steakhouse. S-12 Titan Missile Museum 1580 W. Duval Mine Rd. (I-19, off exit 69, in Sahuarita), Sahuarita, AZ 85629. Actual missile site, only one preserved as National Historic Landmark. See the Titan II ICBM. Experience a simulated launch and control center. S-4 y The Tombstone Epitaph 9 S. 5th St., Tombstone, AZ 85638; phone/FAX: 457-2211, info@tombstone-epitaph.com, www.tombstone-epitaph.com. Famous Old West newspaper office. Tour our 1880s newsroom and print shop. Read original O.K. Corral® gunfight reports. National Historic Journalism site. Subscription: $20/year. Daily 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Free. Tombstone’s Historama 306 E. Allen St., Tombstone, AZ 85638; phone/FAX: 457-3456, info@tombstoneaz.com, www.tombstoneaz.com. Authoritative account of Tombstone’s history from Geronimo’s Apaches to modern times, including O.K. Corral® gunfight. Vincent Price narrates this 25-minute multimedia presentation. Daily 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Admission. International Wildlife Museum 4800 W. Gates Pass Rd. (five miles west of I-10 on Speedway Blvd.), Tucson, AZ 85745; 629-0100, 617-1439, FAX 618-3561, KristineM@thewildlifemuseum.org, www.thewildlifemuseum.org. Featuring naturalhistory collections from around the world, hands-on exhibits, Wildlife Theater showing films hourly, Oasis Grille, and gift shop. Group tours and discounts available. F-11 y Kitt Peak National Observatory State Rte. 86 (Ajo Way); Information RSVP Line: 318-8726, FAX 318-8451, www.noao.edu. 90 minutes from downtown Tucson. World’s largest collection of optical telescopes, visitor center, daily tours, nightly observing programs, and gift shop. y Tucson Botanical Gardens 2150 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ 85712; 326-9686, FAX 324-0166, info@tucsonbotanical.org, www.tucsonbotanical.org. An urban oasis of 5+ acres with 15 specialty gardens that surround visitors with beauty and inspiration. Gift shop and tours. Admission. P-12 y Tucson Children’s Museum 200 S. 6th Ave., P.O. Box 2609, Tucson, AZ 85702-2609; 792-9985, FAX 792-0639, tcm@tucsonchildrensmuseum.org, www.tucsonchildrensmuseum.org. Southern Arizona’s interactive museum for children. Explore 10 exciting galleries of hands-on exhibits and participate in challenging activities. Guided tours for groups available. Air-conditioned. Nonprofit. L-10 y Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 N. Main Ave., Tucson, AZ 85701; 624-2333, FAX 624-7202, info@tucsonmuseumofart.org, www.tucsonmuseumofart.org. Take a journey through art, history, and culture at Tucson’s premier visual arts destination in the heart of historic downtown. L-11 y Northern Arizona Out of Africa 4020 N. Cherry Rd., Camp Verde, AZ 86322; 928-567-2840, FAX 614-790-8923, www.outofafricapark.com. This is an interactive adventure! Watch Bengal tigers play with caretakers in Tiger Splash. Take the Serengeti Safari. Visit predators in the Wildlife Preserve. Mission San Xavier del Bac 1950 W. San Xavier Rd., Tucson, AZ 85746; 294-2624, FAX 294-3438, www.sanxaviermission.org. Acclaimed as finest example of mission architecture in United States. Southwest of Tucson on Tohono O’odham Reservation. Active parish. Gift shop. Arts, crafts shop. Cafe nearby. J-1 y SOUTHERN ARIZONA CITIES & CHAMBERS/ TOURISM COUNCILS & S TAT E C V B S Cochise County Tourism Council 1415 Melody Lane, Bldg. G, Bisbee, AZ 85603; 432-9215, 800-862-5273, FAX 432-5016, qmotter@co.cochise.az.us, www.explorecochise.com. “The Land of Legends.” Benson, Bisbee, Douglas, Sierra Vista, Tombstone, Willcox. Kartchner Caverns State Park®, Chiricahua Mountains, legendary events, climate, and year-round birding. Mt. Lemmon Ski Valley 10300 Ski Run Rd., Mt. Lemmon, AZ 85619; 576-1400, 885-1181, FAX 885-0033, www.mt-lemmon.com. 30 miles, 30º cooler in the aspen and ponderosa pine WWW.VISITTUCSON.ORG TUCSON OFFICIAL DESTINATION GUIDE http://www.b2science.org http://www.oldtownartisans.com http://www.desertmuseum.org http://tombstoneaz.net http://www.oldtucson.com http://www.azstateparks.gov http://www.ok-corral.com http://www.pimaair.org/ http://www.az.blm.gov http://www.discoverbisbee.com http://www.tucsonzoo.org http://www.colossalcave.com http://www.sabinocanyon.com http://www.degrazia.org http://www.tombstone-epitaph.com http://www.tohonochulpark.org http://www.flandrau.org http://www.tombstoneaz.com http://www.traildusttown.com http://www.thewildlifemuseum.org http://www.tucsonbotanical.org http://www.outofafricapark.com http://www.noao.edu http://www.tucsonchildrensmuseum.org http://www.sanxaviermission.org http://www.explorecochise.com http://www.tucsonmuseumofart.org http://www.mt-lemmon.com http://www.visittucson.org

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