Tucson Food Tour with 6 Southwestern Flavors and Dishes in Downtown Tucson
by Secret Food Tours Tucson
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
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This walking food tour lasts about four hours and takes you through downtown Tucson to sample six different dishes inspired by Southwestern flavors. The tour begins inside The Mercado, where the guide meets the group next to La Estrella. The Mercado features a modern take on old-world architecture and offers a variety of local shops and eateries. From there, the tour moves through several notable downtown stops. At Viente de Agosto Park, you will see a statue of General Villa and learn about his connection to Tucson. The next stop is a century-old theater known for its art deco design and history hosting vaudeville shows and rock concerts. You then visit a parking lot turned outdoor gallery showcasing street art from local and national artists. The route continues through an upscale hotel with a colorful past involving gangsters and a music scene. After that, you explore an architectural landmark featuring mosaics, ironwork, stained glass, and a bell tower, where you will hear about outlaws once held there and see a memorial for local citizens. Next is the city's first building, a carefully rebuilt Presidio illustrating early settler life. The tour concludes at the oldest family-run Mexican restaurant in Tucson, where you will taste a mini chimichanga along with other dishes. Included in the food sampling are special elote pizza, handcrafted tea, the Sonoran hot dog, homemade tamales, cochinita (a Mexican pastry), and a secret dish. Water is provided throughout. Transportation and gratuities are not included. The tour involves considerable walking, so comfortable shoes are advised.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The Mercado
The guide meets you inside The Mercado next to La Estrella. This area combines old-world architectural styles with modern design and includes various shops and food vendors.
30 min
Viente de Agosto Park and General Villa Statue
Located in Viente de Agosto Park, this statue of General Villa was a gift from the Mexican government. The guide explains Pancho Villa’s role in Tucson’s history.
30 min
Century-Old Art Deco Theater
Visit a theater built over a century ago showcasing innovative art deco design. It has hosted vaudeville shows and rock concerts and remains a popular venue.
30 min
Outdoor Street Art Parking Lot
In a parking lot, see a large collection of murals and street art created by local and national artists that brighten downtown Tucson year-round.
30 min
Upscale Historic Hotel
Walk through a historic hotel known for its gangsters, ghost stories, and lively music scene. It continues to attract many visitors.
30 min
Architectural Landmark with Bell Tower
Explore a building featuring colorful mosaics, iron works, stained glass, and a prominent bell tower. Learn about the outlaws once imprisoned here and see a memorial dedicated to local citizens.
30 min
Reconstructed First City Building Presidio
Visit the first building in Tucson, a carefully reconstructed Presidio that gives insight into the life of early settlers.
30 min
Oldest Family-Run Mexican Restaurant
End the tour at Tucson’s oldest family-operated Mexican restaurant, where you will sample a mini chimichanga and other traditional dishes, completing the culinary experience.
Meeting point
We will meet at the Mercado San Agustin, 100 South Avenida del Convento, Tucson, AZ 85745.
End point
Our Tour will end at Raspados El Sahuaro Snack Bar, 245 E Congress St suit 171, Tucson, AZ 85701.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Tucson Food Tour with 6 Southwestern Flavors and Dishes in Downtown Tucson
by Secret Food Tours Tucson
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$166Overview
This walking food tour lasts about four hours and takes you through downtown Tucson to sample six different dishes inspired by Southwestern flavors. The tour begins inside The Mercado, where the guide meets the group next to La Estrella. The Mercado features a modern take on old-world architecture and offers a variety of local shops and eateries. From there, the tour moves through several notable downtown stops. At Viente de Agosto Park, you will see a statue of General Villa and learn about his connection to Tucson. The next stop is a century-old theater known for its art deco design and history hosting vaudeville shows and rock concerts. You then visit a parking lot turned outdoor gallery showcasing street art from local and national artists. The route continues through an upscale hotel with a colorful past involving gangsters and a music scene. After that, you explore an architectural landmark featuring mosaics, ironwork, stained glass, and a bell tower, where you will hear about outlaws once held there and see a memorial for local citizens. Next is the city's first building, a carefully rebuilt Presidio illustrating early settler life. The tour concludes at the oldest family-run Mexican restaurant in Tucson, where you will taste a mini chimichanga along with other dishes. Included in the food sampling are special elote pizza, handcrafted tea, the Sonoran hot dog, homemade tamales, cochinita (a Mexican pastry), and a secret dish. Water is provided throughout. Transportation and gratuities are not included. The tour involves considerable walking, so comfortable shoes are advised.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The Mercado
The guide meets you inside The Mercado next to La Estrella. This area combines old-world architectural styles with modern design and includes various shops and food vendors.
30 min
Viente de Agosto Park and General Villa Statue
Located in Viente de Agosto Park, this statue of General Villa was a gift from the Mexican government. The guide explains Pancho Villa’s role in Tucson’s history.
30 min
Century-Old Art Deco Theater
Visit a theater built over a century ago showcasing innovative art deco design. It has hosted vaudeville shows and rock concerts and remains a popular venue.
30 min
Outdoor Street Art Parking Lot
In a parking lot, see a large collection of murals and street art created by local and national artists that brighten downtown Tucson year-round.
30 min
Upscale Historic Hotel
Walk through a historic hotel known for its gangsters, ghost stories, and lively music scene. It continues to attract many visitors.
30 min
Architectural Landmark with Bell Tower
Explore a building featuring colorful mosaics, iron works, stained glass, and a prominent bell tower. Learn about the outlaws once imprisoned here and see a memorial dedicated to local citizens.
30 min
Reconstructed First City Building Presidio
Visit the first building in Tucson, a carefully reconstructed Presidio that gives insight into the life of early settlers.
30 min
Oldest Family-Run Mexican Restaurant
End the tour at Tucson’s oldest family-operated Mexican restaurant, where you will sample a mini chimichanga and other traditional dishes, completing the culinary experience.
Meeting point
We will meet at the Mercado San Agustin, 100 South Avenida del Convento, Tucson, AZ 85745.
End point
Our Tour will end at Raspados El Sahuaro Snack Bar, 245 E Congress St suit 171, Tucson, AZ 85701.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.