As a long-time AZ resident, there are a lot of things to do and see. I will include off the beaten path as I feel that the Grand Canyon takes over on everyone's list!
Sections
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Tucson
Southern Arizona
Northern Arizona
Phoenix
Tucson
Tucson, home to University of Arizona, is a gem for art, the eclectic, good food, etc
San Xavier Mission is a must see in South Tucson along with the little mountain right next to it.
San Xavier Del Bac Mission
Beauty of Tucson is featured here at the Botanical Gardens!
Tucson Botanical Gardens | Tucson, AZ 85712
Your visit to Tucson is not complete without a trip here!
Home | Old Tucson
Southern Arizona
Gems in the Southern part of Arizona
Tubac, AZ really is a hidden gem. It is a cool creative enclave in Southern Arizona and you can't leave with a beautiful item! Highly recommended
Home | TubacAZ | Visit Tubac
Northern Arizona
Jerome Grand Hotel is indeed haunted - don't ask me how I know! Gorgeous hotel on top of a hill. Enter if you dare!
WELCOME TO THE JEROME GRAND HOTEL, FAMILY-OWNED & OPERATED
Phoenix
Some cool local places that are quite the gems! Included are things that are a couple of hours away, too
Wijaya House is a woman AAPI owned business in Tempe. It is both a flower shoppe where you can also craft and learn floral design along with it being a bookstore!
Wijaya House
Located in Queen Creek, this is a really cool olive mill where you can tour and sample olive oil. The olive oils and balsamic vinegars are so good! Definitely check out the chocolate flavored olive oil!
Queen Creek Olive Mill
The Valley's only marshmallow cafe! Coffee, milkshakes, cookies, are also served here!
Toasted Mallow: Gourmet Smores + Marshmallows
The castle in the middle of Arizona now open to the public!
