An easy, must-see in Tucson! Good for hiking or driving the loop. You can spend a quick 30 minutes or a few hours! The visitor's center is super informative and a good place to cool-off after being in the heat (-:
Saguaro National Park
I absolutely LOVE the Tucson Botanical Gardens! They usually have fun artist installations throughout the gardens that keep the place exciting! The butterfly house is my favorite stop. It is definitely humid in there so be prepared for both wet and d...
Tucson Botanical Gardens
One of the best scenic views of Tucson and the surrounding mountains. It is accessible for all with lots of parking, a crosswalk, bathrooms, and a paved area for the views! You can go pretty far out on the rocks for beautiful photos and fun rock scra...
Windy Point Vista
If you're visiting Tucson, the Desert Museum is a non-negotiable! It is primarily outdoors so be prepared to be out in the sun and toasty! There is so much to see and learn about here. Good for people of all ages. Bring your camera!
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
Squeeze the Lemmon! So many beautiful pull-offs for breathtaking views. I'd skip the first few pull-offs and get closer to the top for the really great scenic views! Windy Point is the best and most accessible stop!
Mount Lemmon
Restaurants
My all-time favorite dining spot in Tucson! The food is phenomenal and the owner is soooo sweet! Birthdays, Anniversaries, and other special occasions are often spent stopping in for a hearty meal at Renee's. I ALWAYS get the vegan Penne Pesto (sub z...
Renee's Tucson
My favorite place for vegan comfort food 💓🙂↕️ I have worked my way through most of the menu and have loved everything I've tried! If you're a mushroom person, their battered mushroom appetizer is delightful! I usually like to get a sandwich with t...
Lovin' Spoonfuls Vegan Restaurant and Bakery
The BEST ramen I have ever had! If Tucson wasn’t so dang hot I’d be eating here at least twice a week. I always get the veggie ramen with spicy garlic on the side. The spicy garlic makes this dish so don’t forget it!
Raijin Ramen
I do not play about Tumerico! Their menu is excellent and has never let me down! They are a vegan/vegetarian restaurant, so if you like cheese on your dishes, they have that option! Their Ropa Vieja plate or the Cuban Tacos are my go-to. The jackfrui...
Tumerico
Soooooo yummy! This was always a convenient stop for me when I was at my old job. Their food is definitely pricey for what you get, but my GOD is it good! I usually get the vegan taco plate!
TACO STOP Llc
Sooo yummy! I usually get a spicy vegan curry
New Delhi Palace-Cuisine Of India
One time we had visitors we went here 3 times in one week. Need I say more? Lots of vegan/vegetarian options! You have to get the table-side guac and salsa (spicy of course) and be sure to bring some cash to tip the person who makes the guac/salsa!
Guadalajara Original Grill - Tucson, AZ
Hands-down my favorite Thai restaurant in Tucson! I usually get a spicy vegan curry 🍛
Bai Thong
Love love love! Also, weirdly my favorite place to get French fries 🤭
Miss Saigon
The sautéed lemongrass tofu is so refreshing in this Tucson heat! Affordable and delicious! Lots of vegan options 🍲
Hot Wok Asian Bistro
Other Food & Drinks
THE BEST BAKERY EVER! All their goodies are vegan and the owners are amazing! There was a stint this winter where I was going every weekend to get a collection of baked goods. I ALWAYS get a plain croissant with the house made jam. Lots of options! T...
Houlden's Rise Above
Such a great coffee menu! Lots of baked goods and meals as well
LeBuzz Caffe
Duh!
Portal Cocktails
The Swan location is attached to a great coffee bar! A must stop during the hot summers!
Vitality Bowls
My favorite drive-thru and walk-up coffee spot! The staff who work there are so kind!!! The iced matcha with coconut milk or a caramel macchiato with oat milk are so yummy! They have lots of good energy drinks too. I usually get the Caballero with co...
Roadrunner Coffee Co.
Arts & Entertainment
So quaint and fun
Casa Video
Such a great resource!
Pima County Public Library
So fun and lots to see! I love to see the aardvark and alligator
Reid Park Zoo
A must-see! So much to see and learn about!
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
I love their putt-putt courses. There are always squirrels on the course that I love to see!
Golf N' Stuff
One of my first stops in Tucson!
Tucson Museum Of Art
So cool to see local art from students in college and from k-12
University of Arizona Museum of Art
GREAT SPOT! So fun to see so much history in one place! Also a cool spot for photos 📷
Ignite Sign Art Museum
I adore this museum! Some of my closest friends had their wedding here too!
The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures
Love seeing the local art! Fair food is expensive though.
North Fourth Avenue Merchants Association, Inc.
Love 💗
Lucky Strike Bowl
Local Favorites
Great antique store!
Midtown Mercantile Merchants, LLC
Great antique store!
Speedway Antique Mall
Great antique store!
22nd Street Antique Mall | Tucson AZ
Great estate sale store!
Nifty Thrifty | Tucson AZ
Great estate-sale store!
Girls Estate Sales
Great thrift store!
Injoy Thrift Stores
Great thrift store!
Old School Thrift
Great thrift store!
VIVA PIMA!
Such a fun bookstore with a thrift section, games, and instruments!
