Here’s an Irish themed Pub available on Tucson’ s east side. Murphys Public House opened in 2016 in a space that has gone through numerous iterations since the mid-1960s, with a pre-opening interior and exterior upgrades.
Another near downtown, and U of A, brewery and taproom, with a twist. Screwbean Brewing is also a coffee shop. Offering several of their own brews and some guest taps, for now, plus a nice selection of coffees and teas, and assorted red and white wines. Screwbean also carries pastries from Cafe Francais until they run out daily.
Maybe an auspicious opening date. Voltron Brewing taproom opened on Saint Patrick’s Day (March 17, 2023. Voltron Brewing taproom fronts the on-site brewing efforts of Borderlands Brewing and Firetruck Brewing. Featuring several beers each from the two Tucson brewers, they also offer revolving brews from other breweries around the state, plus six flavors of seltzer. Current offerings in August 2023 include beers from Dillinger and Dark Sky out of Flagstaff. They do carry canned Coca Cola products in cans.
Crave is exactly the opposite of one of those corporate-owned, franchise based coffee shops you find at the mall. Opened in 2011 by very friendly Eastern European entrepreneurs, Crave Coffee Bar has developed a fiercely loyal following of clients in Central Tucson. In 2015 they annexed the shop next door, more than doubling their inside seating, providing a very comfortable location to enjoy a coffee by yourself, meet up with a few friends, or even conduct an informal business meeting while enjoying great coffee, tea or snacks.
The word “Charro” is “a name given to the peasants of the province of Salamanca.” This word was adapted in 1857 and applied in Mexico to good, able horsemen, recognized by the costume or uniform they wear, especially the high-crowned, wide brimmed hat.
Discover downtown Tucson’s historic mansions and homes on this self-guided audio walking tour. Learn how the area transformed from a prehistoric village into a neighborhood rich in design where some of the Southwest’s leading architects left their mark. Enjoy the flexibility to explore at your own pace. The app features turn-by-turn directions, so you won't get lost.
Trampolines (you know what these are), Dodgeball (think back to middle school, but on trampolines), Slamball (think basketball dunks but lofting from a trampoline), Fidget Ladder (kind of like American Ninja, but over a foam pit), Kiddie Court (reserved trampoline area for kids under 46 inches), Foam Pit (for soft landings), and Massage Chairs (for Mom and Dad?)
With a signature offering of Prime Rib, El Corral also offers a wide array of steaks, ribs and burgers, salmon and chicken dishes, appetizers, salads, sides and desserts, and a 4 item children’s menu.
Indoor rock climbing combines balance, flexibility, strength and problem solving to provide a challenging workout for climbers of all abilities. For beginners, there is no better place to learn the skills needed to climb inside safely. For climbers that desire to hone their abilities, there is no better place than Rocks and Ropes to develop and train.
A treasured Mexican Restaurant in Tucon, La Botana is located at 3200 N 1st Avenue, on the Northeast corner of 1st Avenue and Fort Lowell. Popular for their food, Mexican styled mixed drinks and cold beer, La Botana offers both indoor and outdoor patio seating. The patio features misters to keep you comfortable in our warm Tucson summers.
Featuring a taproom with a rotating display of unique and classic motorcycles and cars, along with a dozen or so tap craft beers and occasional craft sodas, Moto Sonora also offers a beer garden with beautiful murals painted on the outside walls. They even offer an off-leash pet area so Fido can have some fun while you enjoy your craft brew.
Since its opening in 1983, Bob Dobbs has been a favorite of the denizens of Tucson, whether UofA students or not. The employees and clients alike consider it to be the “Cheers” of Tucson. Both the employees and the clients of Bob Dobbs present a friendly atmosphere.
Tucson’s legendary landmark of art and architecture was designed and built by the late Arizona artist Ted DeGrazia. On the National Register of Historic Places, the 10-acre Foothills retreat includes the adobe gallery, gift shop, cactus courtyard, Mission in the Sun, the artist's former home, and his grave. Six permanent collections of DeGrazia paintings portray colorful cultures of the Sonoran desert, and rotating exhibits feature a wide range of some 15,000 DeGrazia originals, from oil paintings and watercolors to ceramics and sculptures. The Gallery in the Sun and Museum is open to the public 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily except New Year's, Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Admission Fees - $8.00 for adults, $5.00 for ages 12-18, under 12 are free.
The Presidio of Tucson was founded in August of 1775. Building of the structure probably began the following October after the growing season. It was occupied in late October or early November of 1776. The fort initially had a small earthworks along the Santa Cruz River and Pennington (Calle de Arroyo) and had a wooden palisade along Church and the northern boundary. By early 1783, after a large Apache attack, it was walled with thick adobe. The post was continually improved until it reached its maximum size of approximately 11 acres. Tucson was among the largest of the frontier presidios. Tucsons’ torreones (towers) were state of the art, allowing enfiladed defense along the walls. The square torreons are found on most post 1772 presidios.
Walking into Tucson Petting Zoo & Funny Foot Farm, you feel like family. You're greeted, not only by a tour guide, but also by Ghost, the family dog — she rolls over when you pet her so you can rub her belly. Your reward, a big toothy Australian Shepard grin.
Journey into a western town in the Arizona Territory during the 1800s. Experience live-action cowboy gun fights, death defying stunts, and join the search for the missing gold. There are three varieties of shows performed at Old Tucson. There is a rousing musical revue in the Grand Palace. Out in the streets you will be privy to an old west gunfight. And over at the mission, actors perform death defying stunts.
This central Tucson neighborhood is close to the action yet offers a more suburban feel with tree-lined streets and river wildlife.
First opened as a Motor Court (Motel) in 1938, Monterey Court was repurposed in 2011 as an entertainment venue with stage presentations, excellent foods and a wide range of drink options. Since that opening more than a decade ago, Monterey Court has presented more than 3,500 stage performances of music, magic and other types of entertainment from local, national and even some international performers