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Tucson is located in the county of Pima, in Southern Arizona, and is located 118 miles (188 km) southeast of Phoenix. The beauty of the natural surroundings is blended with the excitement and amenities of a thriving city making Tucson a popular vacation destination. Enjoy outdoor adventures, unparalleled golf, unique Southwestern cuisine, exploring the arts and attractions, and much more, all the while surrounded by majestic saguaro forests and dramatic mountain peaks. Set in a Sonoran Desert valley surrounded by five mountain ranges, Tucson visitors can experience travel from the 2,389-foot valley floor to the 9,157-foot Mt. Lemmon summit along the Catalina Highway-Sky Island National Scenic Byway. ...
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The Byway traverses seven of the world's nine life zones affording visitors the opportunity to experience a drive similar to that from Mexico to Canada. Tucson is bordered on all sides by natural areas, including Coronado National Forest, Catalina State Park, Ironwood Forest National Monument, and Saguaro National Park (land of the rare, giant saguaro cactus).
Tucson boasts an average 350 sunny days a year and warm dry air, making its climate ideal for year-round outdoor recreation. The cooler temperatures of summer mornings and late evenings are perfect for outdoor dining and activities such as hiking, horseback riding, and golfing. Warmer summer days are great for exploring Tucson's excellent shopping, museums, art galleries, and spas.
Tucson holds unique experiences for visitors interested in outdoor adventure and nature, arts and attractions, heritage and culture and original Southwest-inspired dining.
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