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Visit Tucson - Your Arizona Destination Guide
Visit Tucson is a premier tourism organization dedicated to showcasing the unique cultural, culinary, and recreational opportunities of Tucson and Southern Arizona. With decades of experience in destination management, we provide comprehensive planning services for travelers, meeting planners, and event coordinators. Our team of certified professionals offers personalized assistance with accommodations, itinerary design, and access to exclusive experiences, ensuring memorable visits for individuals and groups.As a UNESCO City of Gastronomy, we highlight Tucson's exceptional food scene while promoting outdoor adventures in desert landscapes and vibrant urban attractions. Our commitment to sustainability and local partnerships ensures authentic, impactful travel experiences. Whether planning a corporate event or a leisure trip, Visit Tucson delivers expert guidance and resources to create seamless, unforgettable visits to this dynamic region.
Services
Travel Planning
Meeting Coordination
Gastronomy Tours
Outdoor Adventures
Cultural Experiences
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of destination expertise
- Our certified staff provide personalized planning services
- Access exclusive site inspection programs with 'You Fly, We Buy'
- Free meeting planning resources and venue connections
- Comprehensive digital travel guides available instantly
Associations and certifications
- UNESCO City of Gastronomy
What people say
Exceptional staff expertise
Outstanding event support
Comprehensive travel resources
Culinary excellence promotion
Seamless planning process
Services
Travel Planning
Visit Tucson provides personalized travel planning services for individual and group visitors, offering curated itineraries that highlight the region's cultural attractions, outdoor adventures, and culinary experiences. Our experienced planners assist with accommodation selections, transportation logistics, and activity recommendations tailored to specific interests and group sizes. We deliver these services through digital resources, personalized consultations, and on-site support to ensure seamless travel experiences.
Meeting Coordination
Our certified meeting planners offer comprehensive coordination services for corporate events, conferences, and reunions. We provide venue selection assistance, negotiate group rates, and coordinate site inspections through our 'You Fly, We Buy' program. Additional support includes accommodation block management, transportation arrangements, and access to exclusive incentives like the Master Account Credit program for qualified events.
Gastronomy Tours
As America's first UNESCO City of Gastronomy, we curate specialized culinary experiences showcasing Tucson's unique food heritage. Our services include restaurant recommendations, food festival access, and guided tours of local markets and historic dining establishments. We connect visitors with authentic Sonoran cuisine experiences ranging from street food to fine dining while supporting local culinary traditions and businesses.
Outdoor Adventures
We facilitate access to Southern Arizona's natural attractions including desert hiking trails, mountain biking routes, and scenic drives. Our services include partnership with local tour operators for guided excursions to sites like Sabino Canyon and Saguaro National Park, equipment rentals, and safety information for exploring desert ecosystems. We also coordinate stargazing opportunities at recognized dark sky locations.
Cultural Experiences
Our cultural programming connects visitors with Tucson's rich indigenous heritage and vibrant arts scene. We provide curated experiences at museums like the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, guided tours of historic districts, and access to Native American cultural centers. Our services include educational resources about local history, festival calendars, and connections to art galleries and craft workshops featuring traditional Southwestern techniques.
People
Graeme Hughes
Executive Vice President
With over 15 years in tourism management, Graeme leads strategic initiatives for Visit Tucson, overseeing destination marketing and industry partnerships. He holds a CTA certification and specializes in large group coordination.
Mary Meade
Vice President of Sales
As a CTA-certified professional with experience in event coordination, Mary specializes in industry relations and client acquisition, focusing on development of business travel and reunion markets for Southern Arizona.
Cindy Aguilar
Vice President of Communications
Leading Visit Tucson's media strategy, Cindy has 12 years of destination marketing expertise, managing press relations and digital content initiatives that promote the region's tourism offerings.
Questions
What travel resources does Visit Tucson provide?
Visit Tucson offers digital travel guides, interactive maps, event calendars, and personalized itinerary planning services to help visitors explore the region's attractions.
Can I get assistance planning a corporate event?
Our certified meeting planners provide venue selection, budget management, and logistical coordination services including the Master Account Incentive program for qualified events.
How do I access travel guides?
Digital guides including the Official Travel Guide and Gastronomy Guide are available online at visitaz.org/resources for immediate download.
What culinary experiences are available?
As a UNESCO City of Gastronomy, Tucson features award-winning Mexican restaurants, food festivals, and guided culinary tours showcasing our unique food heritage.
Are there outdoor activities available?
Yes, our desert landscape offers hiking, biking, stargazing, and wildlife viewing opportunities in protected areas like Saguaro National Park and Sabino Canyon.
Does Visit Tucson offer site inspection programs?
Our 'You Fly, We Buy' program covers accommodations and transportation for qualified meeting planners to experience Tucson's venues firsthand.
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Reviews (3)
Carter Bouslaugh
Dec 03, 2020
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Even though the place was closed due to covid, they opened up to help us with some area info and literature. Great service during hard times.
Curt Byrd
Dec 22, 2018
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Very nice and friendly.. They move too.. At the old County Courthouse.. You know the dome top..downtown. 110 north Church, #200
Lavonda Rowe
Nov 13, 2018
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I just recently went to an open house for their new location at 811 N Euclid. It was very nice! The store has a lot to offer as far as brochures and maps on a wide variety of things to do in Tucson as well as how (biking, walking, driving, etc.). There are also items that you can purchase in the store, some for everyday use (umbrellas, sunscreen, etc.), as well as some excellent souvenirs. I have already begun my mental Christmas list with some of these items! And they are very reasonably priced, too. The staff here are very helpful and informed. They really enjoy what they do and it shows! So
