Personalize Your Trip by Staying at a Tucson Bed and Breakfast
An oasis in the Sonoran desert plain, Tucson, Arizona, is a haven for residents and a year-round wonderland for tourists. Tucson’s picturesque beauty belies its growing high-tech industry and its nickname as “Optics Valley.” Nestled amongst five mountain ranges (the Tucson Mountains, Rincon Mountains, Santa Rita Mountains, Tortolita Mountains, and Santa Catalina Mountains), Tucson is home to a half million people, with many more wintering in the area. At the heart of Tucson, though, is the University of Arizona. Established in 1885 and located in midtown, the University of Arizona enrolls over 37,000 students.
Whether you’re visiting a University of Arizona student, in town for business, or have chosen Tucson as your vacation destination, the city offers something of interest to virtually everyone. Every December and March, for example, the Fourth Avenue Street Fair is home to craftsman and artisans showcasing and selling their sculptures, candles, pottery, and other art. In February, the city hosts the renowned Tucson Gem & Mineral Show, drawing visitors from dozens of...