Spring In Tucson - Tucson's Must-Sees

Metro pleasures, easy-going lifestyle and spectacular scenery bring many visitors to Tucson.  If you are looking for sunshine, blue skies and good food - then put Tucson on your vacation list!

Temps right now average 70 degrees during the day and in the low 40s in the evening which makes it a great time to explore the Old Pueblo.  Tucson history dates back to 300 A.D. when Hohokam Indianssettled in the high desert valley.  Over the centuries, Tucson evolved from a frontier town to a modern metropolis revealed through colorful, multi-ethnic architecture and attractions.  Add to this a wide range of restaurants, shops, museums and world class luxury spas and you'll be soon temped to hang around a little longer than planned. 

Budget time to venture out to historic towns such as Benson and Tombstone and don't forget, Nogales, Mexico is a short hour drive from the center part of town.    If you are lucky - you'll spot a celebrity or two hanging out at the famed Canyon Ranch Resort-- some of the most recent visitors include Oprah, Julia Roberts, Jane Seymour and Heather Locklear and Lance Armstrong to mention a few! 

The Scoop On Tucson:  Pack Sunscreen and a jacket for cool nights; considering buying Native and Southwesrtern Art as unique gifts; the median income is $52,400 and the median price of homes is around $185,000.

Tucson Must-Sees:

Mission San Xavier Del Bac. This 1797 brick and adobe landmark is known as "The White Dove of the Desert".  It's one of the finest of the Southwest Missions.  The most notable characteristic of the Mission is a mix of Moorish and Baroque architectural styles - it's also famous for the lavishly decorated, art and fresco-filled interior.

Kartchner Caverns State Park.  This is a wonderful subterranean network of caverns!  You are sure to be in awe of the variety of columns, straw stalactites and other unusual formations. No cameras, food & drinks are allowed beyond the double chambered doors of each entrance.  Tours are about 2 hours long, it's cool, but humid inside the Cavern.  If you have asthma, like me, make sure you tell the tour-guide ahead of time and ask to bring your inhaler.

El Presidio Historic District. Visit the oldest part of town and walk the Presdio Trail that winds past 23 landmark sites. Shop for Southwestern wares at Old Town Artisans, a 150 year old adobe building filled with shops and eateries.  Later, take the Tucson Trolley and hop off near the University of Arizona for a quick bite to eat!

The Not-So Ordinary Bike Shop.  A great place to stroll to after enjoying a fine lunch in down Tucson - check out the great service and classic bikes in and around the shop!

Gabrielle (Kamahele) Rhind - 2009. If you want to reprint parts of this - just email me for my permission rhindohana@msn.com. Buying or selling Tucson Arizona Real Estate? Click info@gabriellerhind.com and let me know how I can help you! Or visit www.BuyMyTucsonHome.com