Posted in Arizona February 03, 2021 by

Take A Walking Tour Of One Of Arizona’s Most Historic Places In Downtown Tucson

Are you a history buff, lover of all things Tucson, or both? If so, there’s a self-guided walking tour you need to know about. Known as the Turquoise Trail, this 2.5-mile loop stops at 23 of the most historic sites in the Old Pueblo’s iconic Presidio District.

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The Presidio San Agustín del Tucson Museum is a reimagined version of the original fortress built in 1775.
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You'll find the museum at 196 North Court Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85701.
Various walking tours are held throughout the year to educate visitors on the customs of Tucson's earliest residents.
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Among the most popular is the Turquoise Trail, a 2.5-mile loop that highlights historic structures and sites in downtown Tucson.
Marked by a turquoise line on the pavement, the trail features 23 stops in total.
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The famed Hotel Congress, a federally-recognized building that played an integral role in the early 21st-century redevelopment of downtown Tucson, is one of them.
You'll also visit the Pima County Courthouse, the former main county courthouse building.
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Its unique combination of Mission Revival and Spanish Colonial Revival style architecture is simply picture-perfect.
Among the other stops are Armory Park and the circa-1930 Fox Tucson Theatre.
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Whether you're a history buff or just love the Old Pueblo, this tour delivers on all fronts.
The trail begins at the museum, and a smartphone app is available to direct you to each stop.
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It even tells you the historical significance of each place.
Address: 196 North Court Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85701.
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The museum itself is open Thursday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., however, the Turquoise Trail is always walkable.

Visit the museum’s website or Facebook page to learn more.

Have you ever walked the Turquoise Trail? If so, what was your favorite stop? Tell us all about your experience in the comments section, and check out our previous article for more must-visit Arizona museums.

Address: 196 N Court Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701, USA
Address: 311 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701, USA
Address: 115 N Church Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701, USA
Address: 17 W Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701, USA
Address: Armory Park, Tucson, AZ, USA
Address: Tucson, AZ, USA