Tucson is Arizona’s second-largest city, a UNESCO City of Gastronomy and a year-round outdoor playground. Explore places to see with this Tucson visitor’s guide.

Explore Southern Arizona’s underground spectacle just south of Benson off Highway 90. This massive limestone cavern was discovered in 1974 but kept a secret until all protections were in place for Arizona State Parks to open the living cave to the public in 1999.

From the abundance of Saguaro cactuses and unique wildlife in the Sonoran Desert to the high country and forests of the White Mountains to the breathtaking Grand Canyon, Arizona’s regions are full of experiences that don’t disappoint.

Explore Southern Arizona’s sky islands in Coronado National Forest. Mount Lemmon is the highest point in the Santa Catalina Mountains, topping out at more than 9,000 feet. Visit this mountain retreat to cool off in the warmer months and to enjoy a snowy playground in winter.

Tribal communities throughout Southern Arizona are represented at the historic Mission Garden, located at the base of A Mountain in Tucson. This plot of land is known as Tucson’s birthplace, where evidence of cultivation dates back more than 4,000 years.

Towering mountains set the backdrop for epic outdoor thrills at Arizona Zipline Adventures. Featuring the longest zip line in the state at 1,500 feet, the outdoor park features five zips along a course that winds through the magnificent Catalina Foothills. For More Information. 11570 N Oracle Rd Tucson, AZ 85737 (520) 628-5798. Visit ...

Explore Santa Catalina Park and the gardens of Tohono Chul in Oro Valley, Arizona, a town north of Tucson and the starting point for El Tour de Tucson.

Tucson is Arizona’s second-largest city, a UNESCO City of Gastronomy and a year-round outdoor playground. Explore places to see with this Tucson visitor’s guide.

Each winter, Tucson draws thousands from across the world to browse and shop the world's largest series of gem and mineral shows. With so many shows happening simultaneously, choosing which to visit depends on what interests you the most.

Arizona's section of the "66" is dotted with small towns filled with quirky attractions, colorful history, road-side diners and historic restaurants and some of the most beautiful landscapes in the Southwest.