Tucson Guidebook
Food scene
This recent James Beard semi-finalist is delicious, and just a quick 10 minute drive away.
63 locals recommend
Tito and Pep
4122 E Speedway BlvdThis recent James Beard semi-finalist is delicious, and just a quick 10 minute drive away.
Casual taco spot. We love the unique salsas and delicious margaritas. The owner (Maria Mazon) was on Top Chef Season 18! Insider tip: she has a cute little shop behind the restaurant where you can bring home homemade tortillas and other gifts.
70 locals recommend
BOCA Tacos Y Tequila
533 N 4th AveCasual taco spot. We love the unique salsas and delicious margaritas. The owner (Maria Mazon) was on Top Chef Season 18! Insider tip: she has a cute little shop behind the restaurant where you can bring home homemade tortillas and other gifts.
Le buzz caffe
2930 North Swan RoadGreat coffee and pastries.
Great beer selection and perfect patio! About 1 mile from the rental. We like to walk there on Friday afternoons.
27 locals recommend
Tucson Hop Shop
3230 N Dodge BlvdGreat beer selection and perfect patio! About 1 mile from the rental. We like to walk there on Friday afternoons.
You MUST get the Taco Hass (asada, green chili, cheese) and Taco Rasurado (mesquite grilled rib meat). Extremely casual--walk-up window and picnic tables outside.
19 locals recommend
Los Tacos Apson
3501 S 12th AveYou MUST get the Taco Hass (asada, green chili, cheese) and Taco Rasurado (mesquite grilled rib meat). Extremely casual--walk-up window and picnic tables outside.
Where we had one of our first dates, haha. Sitting in the bar-area is way better than sitting in the dining room. Get the smoked trout and warm cabbage salad, if they've got it. Great wine and cocktails.
78 locals recommend
Kingfisher
2564 E Grant RdWhere we had one of our first dates, haha. Sitting in the bar-area is way better than sitting in the dining room. Get the smoked trout and warm cabbage salad, if they've got it. Great wine and cocktails.
Sightseeing
MSA Annex
267 South Avenida del ConventoCollection of retail shops and food to explore.
It's more a zoo than a museum! Lots of desert animals to see and appreciate. If you're here Oct-April, you MUST checkout the Raptor Free Flight show.
670 locals recommend
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
2021 N Kinney RdIt's more a zoo than a museum! Lots of desert animals to see and appreciate. If you're here Oct-April, you MUST checkout the Raptor Free Flight show.
I'm not even a 'plane' person, but I love this place. Extremely fascinating and cool to explore.
258 locals recommend
Pima Air and Space Museum
6000 E Valencia RdI'm not even a 'plane' person, but I love this place. Extremely fascinating and cool to explore.
Shopping / Gifts
Little desert-inspired goods like stationary, journals, packaged food treats, textiles, etc.
Creative Kind
2905 East Skyline DriveLittle desert-inspired goods like stationary, journals, packaged food treats, textiles, etc.
Avenue Boutique
3050 E Broadway BlvdI love this boutique. Women's fashion and home goods.
We purchased a vintage 1930's Navajo rug here, and it's one of our most favorite pieces. Lots of amazing Native American art, including textiles, pottery, beadwork, paintings and more.
6 locals recommend
Mark Sublette Medicine Man Gallery
6872 E Sunrise DrWe purchased a vintage 1930's Navajo rug here, and it's one of our most favorite pieces. Lots of amazing Native American art, including textiles, pottery, beadwork, paintings and more.
Wine Tastings (1 hr drive from casita)
Rune Wines
3969 AZ-82Our favorite place to grab a glass and enjoy the outside desert views!
Flying Leap Vineyards & Distillery
342 Elgin Canelo RdLos Milics Vineyards