Tucson
If you’re looking for a cozy spot in Tucson to dive into the world of Cantonese-style small plates and tea, Go Dim Sum is worth a visit. Located at 3504 E. Grant Road in midtown Tucson, this fast-casual restaurant specializes in dim sum served outside the typical weekend brunch
Tucson
Mama Louisa’s is one of those Tucson places that feels baked into the city. It opened in 1956 and has carried the same spirit for decades. You get red sauce comfort, fresh pasta, and a room that knows its regulars. The restaurant began with the real Mama Louisa herself,
Tucson
Driving through Tucson means more than desert scenery and mountain views. The city is filled with unusual roadside landmarks that grab attention and tell their own stories. These attractions range from historic neon signs to oversized mascots and even a bridge shaped like a rattlesnake. They may not always appear
Free Things to Do
Inside the University of Arizona’s College of Pharmacy, the Coit Museum of Pharmacy and Health Sciences offers a fascinating look at how medicine and pharmacy have evolved over the centuries. This hidden gem is free to visit and is one of the most overlooked museums in Tucson. Unique Collection
Tucson
Tohono Chul is a desert garden, art space, and walking trail on the northwest side of Tucson. It’s not polished or commercial. It’s a quiet corner where the Sonoran Desert gets to speak for itself. The name comes from the Tohono O’odham language and means “desert corner.
Tucson
Tucson has no shortage of well-known spots. Once you've seen the attractions, the hiking trails, and the museums everyone recommends, you might wonder what else is out there. The answer is plenty. These five hidden gems are quiet, different, and worth your time. No big crowds, no big
Tucson
Just north of downtown Tucson is a small, unassuming building that houses a unique museum: the Postal History Foundation. It's easy to miss, but for those who make the stop, it’s a quiet deep dive into the story of how people have stayed connected across time, war,
Wildlife
As the sun gets ready to set in the western sky, the Broadway bridge over Pantano Wash becomes center stage for a natural spectacle. Thousands of Mexican free-tailed bats pour out from beneath the bridge and rise into the night. This is one of Tucson’s most underrated wildlife experiences.
Art & Architecture
Tucked into the edge of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun isn’t just a museum. It’s an experience. Built by the artist Ettore “Ted” DeGrazia himself, the space is a celebration of desert life, native cultures, and the power of creativity rooted
Tucson
Ni Hao Tea is one of the best spots in Tucson for fresh and well-made boba. It has two locations, one at Broadway and Swan and another near Campbell and Glenn. The focus here is on doing things the right way. The tea is brewed fresh. The boba is made
Tucson
Just west of downtown Tucson, past the hum of the highway and the desert neighborhoods, sits one of the city’s most surprising natural spaces: Sweetwater Wetlands. It is a great place in Southern Arizona to spot wildlife, take a peaceful walk, or just listen to the sounds of running
Outdoor Adventures
There are plenty of ways to take in Arizona’s desert beauty, but watching the sun set at Gates Pass stands out for good reason. Tucked just west of Tucson, this scenic mountain pass winds through the Tucson Mountains and opens up to a postcard-worthy stretch of Sonoran Desert with