Tucson Travel OverviewTucson is Arizona's second largest city and the home of the University of Arizona. Tucson is home of the Tucson Rodeo; now in it's 76th year. It also hosts the Tucson Rodeo Parade. Every year; Tucson hosts the Gem and Mineral Show which brings visitors and merchants from all over the world. The best cup of coffee in town is at Safehouse. As long as you can put up with strange clientelle and a funky; smoke-filled atmosphere; you're in for a treat. Travelers looking to stay at a youth hostel may consider The Hotel Congress. Looking for something to do? Check out the Tucson Weekley's Best of Tucson. Or; if you're feeling a bit adventurous; head down to 4th Ave. Thrift stores abound; and you're sure to see something odd; even if it's only a troupe of hippies. The best coffee on 4th Avenue belongs to the ITL Cafe; which features local art; local music; and intellectual pursuits such as chess tournaments and spelling bees. Tucson Newspapers The Tucson Citizen - The Evening Paper The Arizona Daily Star - Mornings and Sundays. The Tucson Weekley - The free press; distrubuted around town on Thursdays. The Arizona Daily Wildcat - Distrubuted free around campus and around town. |