Tucson Barrio Viejo Tucson Walking Tour & Scott Avenue with Guide
Description
Highlights
- Walking Tours
- New Product
- Small Group
- Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
- Architecture Tours
- Private and Luxury
- Historical Tours
- Best Conversion
- Short term availability
- Weather Dependent - Weather-Proof
What makes this experience special
Transfer included
Raduno al punto d'incontro
What's included
Included
- 2 hours of historic stories, fascinating tales & interesting tidbits as we stroll the Barrio Viejo!
Itinerary
- 1
We begin discussing our St. Augustine Cathedral, why it has
We begin discussing our St. Augustine Cathedral, why it has this name, and how Tucson was founded as the Presidio San Augustine del Tucson in 1775 as a Spanish Colonial Fort!
Pass by, no stop - 2
We discuss the famous architect Henry Trost and his many des
We discuss the famous architect Henry Trost and his many designs in Tucson including the Scottish Rite Cathedral, a beautiful Masonic Temple.
Pass by, no stop - 3
We learn about the many uses of this historic building and i
We learn about the many uses of this historic building and it's unique sign!
Pass by, no stop - 4
We learn about our historic Carnegie Free Library, today our
We learn about our historic Carnegie Free Library, today our Children's Museum, designed by Henry Trost!
Pass by, no stop - 5
We hear the historic story of The Blenman Inn!
We hear the historic story of The Blenman Inn!
Pass by, no stop - 6
We learn what this building originally housed, and the story
We learn what this building originally housed, and the story of the historic Owls Club in Tucson!
Pass by, no stop - 7
We learn the storied past of the stunning Temple of Music an
We learn the storied past of the stunning Temple of Music and Art, today managed by the Arizona Theatre Company.
Pass by, no stop - 8
We visit the Barrio Viejo Neighborhood, today the largest co
We visit the Barrio Viejo Neighborhood, today the largest collection of mud adobe structures found in a single neighborhood anywhere in the United States! We discuss the melting pot of cultures who lived in this neighborhood, learn how our Sonoran Row Houses were built for our harsh desert climate, and hear the lively tales of life in the Barrio!
1h - 9
We pass by several boutique shops that have opened in our hi
We pass by several boutique shops that have opened in our historic Sonoran Row Houses as we explore the Barrio Viejo, discussing how historically this neighborhood had a rich and lively mix of retail and residential!
Pass by, no stop - 10
We pass by this photography gallery making note of the revit
We pass by this photography gallery making note of the revitalization taking place in this historic Barrio Viejo.
Pass by, no stop - 11
We pass by Bahti in the Barrio Viejo. We learn why this inte
We pass by Bahti in the Barrio Viejo. We learn why this intersection was very prominent in the mid to late 1800s in the Barrio Viejo!
Pass by, no stop - 12
We visit the charming Parque de Orlando y Diego Mendoza, and
We visit the charming Parque de Orlando y Diego Mendoza, and learn the story of how this park comes to be.
5 min - 13
We learn the story of this historic theatre that dates to 19
We learn the story of this historic theatre that dates to 1915!
Pass by, no stop - 14
We learn of the mercantile family who first occupied this bu
We learn of the mercantile family who first occupied this building!
Pass by, no stop - 15
We hear the fascinating tale of Juan Oliveras and his sexual
We hear the fascinating tale of Juan Oliveras and his sexual sinful ways in the 1870s...and how some good comes from his sinful ways a century later! Ohh - This is a good story!
10 min - 16
We learn the spectacular history of Tucson's First Park!
We learn the spectacular history of Tucson's First Park!
5 min
Meeting point
Useful information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour Participation Risk Acknowledgement and Liability Waiver: By booking this tour, I understand and agree that participation in this Guided Walking Tour by Strolls and Stories Tours involves walking on public sidewalks, crossing streets and entering both public and private buildings and property. This guided tour could involve risk of physical injury, illness, death or property loss, and despite safety precautions, Strolls and Stories Tours cannot guarantee safety thereof, as all risks cannot be prevented. I understand that any injuries, medical expenses, property loss, or other personal expenditures that result during or from participating in this Tour, are to be borne by the participant, or by their parent or guardian (if participant is a minor), and I agree to release Strolls and Stories Tours and it's owner and employees of any and all liability.
- No pets please. Service animals are allowed.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Cancellation policy
- More than 1 day before100% refund
- Between 0 and 1 days before0% refund
Prices by age band
- Neonato0-2 anni
- Bambino3-10 anni€35
- Giovane11-17 anni€35
- Adulto18-59 anni€35
- Senior60-90 anni€35
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