
	HOME	HISTORY from Spanish, & Mexican to American governments Father Kino	DESERT CITY Tucson, 'The Old Pueblo,' settled by Indian tribes, founded by Spanish explorers	A CULTURAL MIX Indians, Mexican and Anglos make the Tucson mix	ENJOYING THE WILDERNESS Visit the canyons and mountains of the Sonoran Desert	LIFESTYLES Living in Tucson, the outdoor life

LIFE IN THE DESERT

A city surrounded by desert mountain ranges and a mild year round climate…ideal for the outdoor life.

Great weather with around 340 days of sunshine a year, wilderness areas, national parks and forests along with city parks provide the perfect environment for a variety of outdoor recreational activities.

OUTDOOR DINING A year round passtime

Rustic smoky Mexican grills, a Tucson tradition

OUTDOOR DINING

A year round passtime

Rustic smoky Mexican grills, a Tucson tradition

With a little help from cooloing mist in summer, or outdoor heaters in winter, dining out is enjoyed year round.
COOL GETAWAYS Hiking the mountains, rewarding views and a cool getaway in summer.
Enjoying city life City and private golf courses for year round games and a zoo for a Sunday outings.
Quiet neighborhood streets are ideal for a cool winter's morning bike ride.
Mountain desert parks surround the city for hiking, climbing or camping.
Arts events include the Street Fair held twice a year.
Sport at the park City parks provide fields for football, soccer, rugby and other team games.

With a little help from cooloing mist in summer, or outdoor heaters in winter, dining out is enjoyed year round.

COOL GETAWAYS

Hiking the mountains, rewarding views and a cool getaway in summer.

Enjoying city life

City and private golf courses for year round games and a zoo for a Sunday outings.

Quiet neighborhood streets are ideal for a cool winter's morning bike ride.

Mountain desert parks surround the city for hiking, climbing or camping.

Arts events include the Street Fair held twice a year.

Sport at the park

City parks provide fields for football, soccer, rugby and other team games.