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Area Attractions in Green Valley, Sahuarita and Tubac.
We have numerous attractions to fascinate visitors and residents year after year!
Come see the site of one of the Cold-War-Era Titan ballistic missiles that, for over twenty years, formed a ring around the Tucson basin. On your underground tour, you can see the immense 740-ton roll-back silo door, sit in a launch-control operator?s seat at the control panel, and watch demonstrations of monitoring and countdown procedures. Outside, see the real rocket engines that powered these massive devices. Located in Green Valley off Duval Mine Road. Call (520) 625-7736.
Asarco Copper Museum
Open pit and mill tours feature exhibits on geology, mining and the uses of minerals as well as videos in the Discovery Theatre and a gift shop for copper, and Southwestern arts and crafts. Exit I-19 at Pima Mine Road (380) Call (520) 625.7513.
Fred Lawrence Whipple/Mount Hopkins Observatory
This world-renowned astronomical observatory is set atop of the second highest peak in the Santa Rita Mountains overlooking Green Valley. Guided tours from March through November. Take I-19 to Canoa Road exit (#56). Turn right on the east frontage road and follow signs. Call (520) 670-5707.
Madera Canyon
Located in the Santa Rita Mountains, east of Green Valley, the canyon is home to many rare plants and animals. One of America?s bird-watching "hot-spots." Numerous picnic areas and hiking trails of all levels of difficulty. Take Continental Road east and turn right on Madera Canyon Road.
San Xavier Mission
The "White Dove of the Desert." Considered by many to be the finest example of Mission architecture in the United States. Open daily 9-6. Take I-19 north to the San Xavier Road exit. Call (520) 294-2624.
Tumacacori Mission National Historic Park
Just south of Tubac on I-19, this beautiful Spanish Mission was built in 1795. The Mission grounds are part of the legacy of one of southern Arizona?s most legendary figures, Father Eusebio Francisco Kino. An adjoining museum contains artifacts and models of the original Mission and village. Call (520) 398-2341.
Tubac, AZ
Visit the former European settlement which is now a thriving arts and crafts village. Galleries, restaurants and shops open 6 days a week (Closed Mondays). 15 miles south of Green Valley on I-19.
Arizona Wineries
Arizona fine wines are becoming more and more popular among wine drinkers. Several excellent wineries are located near Sonoita, Elgin and Patagonia. Call (520) 455-5893 and (520) 394-2888.
Kitt Peak National Observatory
Established in 1958 as the United States? first national observatory, the world's largest collection of optical telescopes is located on the Tohono O'odham Reservation, high above the Sonoran Desert. Kitt Peak is home to twenty-two telescopes representing dozens of astronomical research institutions. Site of the 158" Mayall telescope and the McMath solar telescope, the world?s largest solar observation instument. Explore the Visitor Center exhibits and gift shop to learn about astronomy. Take a tour and discover how astronomers use telescopes to unlock the mysteries of the Universe. Nightly Stargazing program available by RSVP; call (520) 318-8726.
Old Tucson Studios
Visit this famous movie location studio and family fun western theme park. See where some of your favorite western town-scenes were shot. Studio tours available. North on I-19 to Ajo Hwy exit. West to Kinney Road. North to Old Tucson Studios. Call (520) 883-0100.
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
World-renowned museum featuring living animals and plants of the Sonoran Desert. Many unique indoor and outdoor exhibits. North on I-19 to Ajo Hwy exit. West to Kinney Road. North to Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum. Call (520) 883-1380.
Tombstone, AZ
The "Town too Tough to Die." Historic silver boom-town. Visit Boot Hill Cemetery, the OK Corral, Stage Shows and western museums. 90 miles from Green Valley. Take I-19 to I-10 east to Hwy 80 south to Tombstone. Call (520) 457-2211.
Bisbee, AZ
A charming 1800?s mining town built on a steep hillside. Visit arts and crafts shops, famous Brewery Gultch, and one of the world?s largest open-pit copper mines. Take one of the daily mine train rides. 24 miles south of Tombstone on US Route 80.
Nogales, Mexico
Visit the colorful, international city of Nogales, Sonora. Lots of vendors showing their artful wares. Visitor pass unnecessary within 15 miles of the US border. Park on the Arizona side and walk into Mexico! 40 miles south of Green Valley on I-19.
Arivaca Walking Tours
Discover some of the prettiest country in the United States and the oldest schoolhouse in Arizona. Located in high desert about 25 miles southwest of Green Valley, the Arivaca area boasts rich grazing land, and Arivaca Lake offers great fishing. Call (520) 398-2702.
Patagonia Lake
A State Park featuring one of Arizona?s newest recreational lakes, with swimming, fishing and boating. Stop in the town of Patagonia and visit the arts and crafts shops as you?re enjoying the striking scenery! I-19 south to Nogales, AZ; Hwy 82 northwest to Patagonia and follow the signs. Call (520) 394-0077.
Saguaro National Monument
See the magnificent Arizona-Sonora Desert on both the east and west side of Tucson. On the east is the Rincon Mountain Section, containing Monument Headquarters and exhibits. Take Old Spanish Trail east. The west side is the Tucson Mountain Section, with an Information Center. Take Speedway west from I-10. Call (520) 733-5158.
Sabino Canyon
& Seven Falls
A beautiful National Park and recreation area. Paved and unpaved hiking trails cover the canyon and beyond. Daily tram tours run every half-hour during most of the day. In Tucson take Tanque Verde Road east to Sabino Canyon Road, then north. Call (520) 749-2861.
Mt Lemmon
A National Park, forested with aspen and ponderosa pines. At over 9,000 feet, it is the highest peak in the Santa Catalina Mountains. Picnic areas and viewpoints are located at various elevations. The nation?s southernmost ski area operates in the winter, depending on snow conditions. See the resort town of Summerhaven. In Tucson, take Tanque Verde Road east to the Catalina Highway.
Colossal Cave
Come see what is possibly the world?s largest dry limestone cavern. Safe, easy tours begin every few minutes. Open daily. I-19 North to I-10; east to Vail exit; north to Colossal Cave. Call (520) 647-7275.
Desert Diamond Casino
& Casino of the Sun
Viva Las Vegas ? but in Arizona? You bet! Desert Diamond Casino is just north of Green Valley on I-19. Call (520) 889-7354. Casino of the Sun is five miles west of I-19 on Valencia Road in Tucson. Call 1-800-344-9435.
The Tucson Museum of Art
The Tucson Museum of Art in downtown Tucson houses a fine collection of pre-Columbian art and artifacts. It also hosts a continuing series of traveling exhibitions. Call (520) 624-2333.
Flandrau Planetarium
A fun and educational science center, located on the University of Arizona campus. Features Star Theater Programs, laser light shows and science demonstrations. Free walk-through exhibits, science store, meeting rooms and a 16" telescope. Call (520) 621-STAR.
The International Wildlife Museum
Over 300 animals from around the world are featured, including natural history exhibits displaying animals in their natural habitats; plus wildlife art and nature films. The museum emphasizes ?hands-on? learning and interactive computer technology. I-19 North, I-10 to Speedway exit, then west five miles. Call (520) 617-1439.
Tucson Botanical Gardens
A little desert oasis in the middle of Tucson, featuring exhibits of arid, semi-tropical exhibits and tropical plants all displayed in intimate garden settings around an adobe home. Tours, lectures, classes and a gift shop. Midtown Tucson, on Alvernon, just south of Grant. Call (520) 326-9255.
Pi
ma Air and Space Museum
Hundreds of displays of airplanes and aircraft memorabilia; extensive WWII collection. I-19 north; east on Valencia. Call (520) 574-9858.
Reid Park Zoo
Tucson?s zoo is home to over 400 exotic animals and is involved in captive breeding programs for several threatened and endangered species including the giant anteater, Siberian tiger, white rhino, Grevy?s zebra, and others. In Tucson, off 22nd Street, between Country Club and Alvernon. Call (520) 791-4022.
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