• Presidio San Agustin del Tucson - As we walk by the reconstructed Presidio Walls, we learn about Tucson’s founding in 1775 as a Spanish Colonial Presidio and its rich 4,000-year Native American history.
• Old Town Artisans - We pass this historic Sonoran Row House, delving into the construction of these mud adobe structures designed for the harsh desert climate.
• Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block - We walk by the J. Knox Corbett Mansion, Hiram & Petra Stevens Home, and Sam Hughes Home, discovering the captivating stories of these Pioneer Founders.
• Steinfeld Mansion - We pause outside the magnificent Steinfeld Mansion to learn about the renowned architect Henry Trost and the intriguing history of the Steinfeld Family, one of Tucson’s pioneering merchant families.
• Owls Club - We stroll past the Owls Club Mansion in the El Presidio Neighborhood, uncovering details about the club and the high society parties they hosted. This story is truly entertaining!
• El Charro Café Downtown - We walk by El Charro Cafe to explore the history of the oldest continuously family-owned Mexican restaurant in the United States. The story of this restaurant is an entrepreneurial success!
• Transamerica Building - We admire several stunning murals, including Arizona’s tallest mural, located on the Transamerica Building in Downtown Tucson.
• El Presidio Park - We visit the January 8th Memorial (Gabby Giffords Shooting Tragedy) and learn about a remarkable modernist mid-century fountain.
• Pima County Courthouse - We explore the beautiful Historic Pima County Courthouse, built in 1929, including a visit to the Dillinger Gang Courtroom where we hear the story of the Gang’s capture in Tucson in 1934.
• Veinte de Agosto Park - We discover the story of the first St. Augustine Cathedral built in 1868 and its fate. This is a captivating tale! Additionally, we learn about a famous gunfighter who celebrated on this plaza!
• Fox Tucson Theatre - We walk past this southwest art deco designed theatre, learning about its rich history.
• Valley National Bank Building (Tucson, Arizona) - Discover the story of Tucson’s first skyscraper!
• 100 N Stone Ave - We learn about a luxury hotel that once occupied this building, complete with a rooftop experience for guests!
• Jacome Plaza - We uncover the fascinating story of the mid-century shopping scene created by the Steinfelds and Jacomes in Downtown Tucson, including the tale of a luxury hotel dating back to 1929!

• 2 Hours of Incredible Stories that bring Tucson History Alive!

Discover the captivating stories, intriguing tales, and fascinating tidbits of Tucson’s history on this guided walking tour! Explore Tucson’s origins in 1775 as a Spanish Colonial Presidio and delve into 4,000 years of Native American history.

Witness a historic Sonoran Row House and uncover the techniques used to construct these mud adobe structures suited for the desert climate. Wander past charming historic mansions, including three designed by the renowned architect Henry Trost, and hear the engaging stories of the Pioneer Founders…one tale is particularly amusing!

Visit the historic Pima County Courthouse to learn about the capture of the Dillinger Gang in Tucson in 1934. Discover the story of a famous gunfighter and the intriguing history of Tucson’s first cathedral!

Stroll by a historic theatre, admire a stunning former department store, see Tucson’s first skyscraper, and learn about a former luxury hotel, while uncovering Tucson’s mid-century shopping scene that gained national recognition!

• Tour Participation Risk Acknowledgement and Liability Waiver: By booking this tour, I understand and agree that participation in this Guided Walking Tour involves walking on public sidewalks, crossing streets and entering both public and private buildings and property. This guided tour could involve risk of physical injury, illness, death or property loss, and despite safety precautions, the tour operator cannot guarantee safety thereof, as all risks cannot be prevented. I understand that any injuries, medical expenses, property loss, or other personal expenditures that result during or from participating in this Tour, are to be borne by the participant, or by their parent or guardian (if participant is a minor), and I agree to release the tour operator and it’s owner and employees of any and all liability.
• No pets please. Service animals are allowed.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.