Location: Tucson
Top Things to do in Tucson
The 10 Best Fun Activities & Games in Tucson, Arizona (AZ)
Although Tucson's fantastic weather, national parks and forests and desert provide the perfect environment for tons of outdoor recreational activities, this city of half a million people also has its share of history and culture. With a history that goes back much further than many of its southwestern neighbors, Tucson boasts turn-of-the-century architecture, historic neighborhoods, museums and the Mission San Xavier del Bac, a still-functioning 18th-century mission considered one of the most beautiful in the U.S. Mexican and Native American influences are pervasive, and the city has a distinctly Western flavor. There's also a college-town atmosphere, thanks to the University of Arizona, which has its own share of museums and a science center. Whether golfing at a world-class golf resort, horseback riding, hiking in the wilderness, discovering desert flora and fauna at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum or exploring pre-Columbian and other art at the Tucson Art Museum, you'll have a mind-boggling array of things to do.
Restaurants in Tucson
1. Will You Escape?
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 158 reviews
This is Tucson's first live escape game. Your group, comprised of friends, family or colleagues are locked in a room together. Your objective is to solve riddles, uncover clues and crack codes in order to escape in time. This game will test your problem solving skills while racing against the clock. Do you have what it takes? Will you make it out in time? Will You Escape?
2. Sonoran Glass School
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
Sonoran Glass School is a non-profit glass arts organization that offers an classes, experiences, and events. Come try out furnace glassblowing, flameworking, fusing, mosaics, stained glass, and kiln casting to see if glass sparks your creative fire! Check out our onsite gallery featuring local and visiting artists and three studios covering a diverse spread of glass art classes for all ages and skill levels. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Sept. to May); Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (June, July & August).
Reviewed By N3673RKkimd - Tucson, United States
Gabriel was an excellent teacher! Our flowers turned out gorgeous thanks to his guidance!!! Fun class!
3. Ace of Escape
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 27 reviews
Enjoy a fun live escape room experience close to downtown Tucson & the U of A. We have two locations: 48 North Tucson Blvd and downtown at 406 N. Church Ave. You and your group will race against the clock to find hidden clues, solve puzzles, and unlock the final key to escape. Whether you succeed or fail, at Ace of Escape, your group will leave elated & longing to do more! We offer three escape room experiences ranging in difficulty, but designed for fun!
Reviewed By ctchase74
These were some really great rooms. So good in fact, we played four in one day. The décor were immersive, the puzzles were clever and our game master was just as enthusiastic about the genre as we were. We'll be making the drive down from Phoenix for the remaining two soon. Thanks for an amazing experience!!
4. Fox in a Box Tucson
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 121 reviews
Tucson's most immersive escape rooms! We provide three real life puzzle games! We are the highest quality escape room experience in Tucson and we are located in central Tucson, next to bars, restaurants, museums and the U of A! Try saving the world from zombies, steal diamonds from a locked vault, or save Tombstone from dynamite in just 60 minutes! Have fun in Tucson and bring an exciting, fun-filled story back home!
Reviewed By 413katrinam - Tucson, United States
This is the third year in a row our family has come to Fox in a Box for our annual escape adventure. It's become our Christmas holiday tradition– a present to the whole family from one of our adult daughters. 2 years ago we started with the Zombie Lab and had a blast. With all 5 of us working together, talking our way through the details we noticed in the room and thinking out loud, we were able to puzzle our way through. We used several of the offered hints and solved the zombie crisis with some time to spare. It was a blast. One year ago we tackled the Bank Robbery room– this time bringing along an extra person. This room was somewhat harder to solve than the Zombie Lab we had done before, but with a group of 6 of us, once again we found that by talking out loud and working together we made a great team and were able to finish the challenge. We were excited to hear Fox in a Box opened a third room in time for our annual visit last month, and once again had a lot of fun solving the Wild West room. We are looking forward to additional rooms being opened for our next visit. It's a great family outing!
5. Xscape House
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Tucson's Newest Escape Room This escape room experience is a medium to high difficulty with extremely high levels of theming and puzzle creation. It is possible to complete the entire experience without any clues although they are available upon request. Each clue request comes with a 3 minute penalty that will be added to the final team time. Not too scary, but very real and challenging.
6. St. Hubert's Hatchet House
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Have a legendary night out with Axe Throwing at St. Hubert's Hatchet House! Bring family and friends to learn the art of axe throwing, and then compete against one another for bragging rights. Click our website to book and for more information.
Reviewed By W210RHtravisc
Our family had a blast throwing axes! We received lots of good coaching and encouragement....played some fun games and tried something new. Highly recommend for families (teenagers on up).
7. Mystery Escape Room in Tucson Mall
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 41 reviews
Mystery Escape Room is Tucson's live escape room at the Tucson Mall! Located at the west end next to Sears. Grab a group of friends (up to 12, at least 4 recommended) and join your traveler for an adventure of a lifetime! Choose from any of our themed rooms and take a trip through time to find clues, solve puzzles, and unravel the mystery to escape! Groups of adventurers will have one hour to complete their chosen escape, with the help of our time traveling team of misfits and literary characters a like, who are there to guide and advise you on your journey. We offer a variety of team building activities for companies and can make accommodations for special events upon request. Book a public adventure and make new friends, or reserve a private room just for your group (check our website or give us a call for rate details)! We're looking forward to entertaining you!
Reviewed By VirginiaT323 - El Centro, United States
We had a blast!!! Super fun will come back again thank you! My kids loved the interaction with the different puzzles! Thank you Nathaniel Peabody!!!!
8. Rillito Park Horse Racetrack
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Historical landmark for quarter horse racing for 50 year.
Reviewed By DreamTraveler365 - Georgia, United States
This is a small race track for thoroughbreds and quarter horses. Races are only on weekends. Historic track was established in 1943. A very low key venue to get up close and personal with the horses and jockeys and enjoy racing. Don’t expect Churchill Downs. Was lucky enough to see Mine That Bird on exhibition!! What a thrill! Definitely enjoyed my afternoon!!
9. Fox Theater
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 320 reviews
Reviewed By 112RobertM - Leawood, United States
We became Tucson locals seven years ago, having been accustomed to large city challenges for access to cultural venues. Fortunately, we didn't wait too long to explore an event at the Fox and discovered how easy and wonderful it is to engage in events at the Fox. Parking is plentiful, affordable and within an easy walk - particularly in pleasant Tucson weather. There are many really good restaurants downtown, so it makes for a great evening with a loved one! The facility itself is well preserved and operated with loving care by a great staff. Seats are comfortable and viewing is great as there are no bad seats in the house. We're now back several times each year and thoroughly enjoy each visit!
10. Reid Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By robbygc - Toronto, Canada
What a beautiful Park, named Reid Park. There is a huge fountain and a waterfalls. There are a lot of birds on the lake. There is a beautiful playground as well. There are a lot of trees. Even sports can be done here. Wow!
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