Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Tucson?

Tucson is located in the southern part of the state, between Phoenix and the Mexican border along Interstate 10.

The Visitors Center is located at 100 S. Church Ave., Tucson, AZ 85701, in La Placita Village, a business and retail plaza (click here to view map). This is in the heart of the city's original downtown core, near the Arts and Historic Districts that feature galleries, museums, and performance spaces. They are minutes from Tucson International Airport via the Interstate 10 freeway and within walking distance of the Tucson Convention Center.
Drop by for helpful information or call 800-638-8350.

What is the population of Metropolitan Tucson?

When it was founded in 1775, Tucson's population was just over 3,000. By 1920, the population had grown to 20,292. Today, roughly 1,000,000 people call Tucson home.

How hot does it get?

The highest temperature ever recorded was 117 degrees Fahrenheit on June 26, 1990. The average temperature in late July/early August is 100 degrees for the high temperature, and 73 degrees for the low temperature. Tucson's average humidity for this time of year is 30%.

How far away is Phoenix, Arizona, and how long is the drive? Is there a shuttle service between Tucson and Phoenix?

The distance between Tucson and Phoenix is roughly 100 miles. The drive via Interstate 10 at the posted 75-mile-an-hour speed limit is a little under two hours. Arizona Shuttle Service is Arizona's largest statewide shuttle service between Tucson and Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. View the chart below for driving distances to other popular Arizona destinations.

		Miles
Benson		46
Bisbee		90
Douglas		118
Grand Canyon		338
Green Valley		24
Nogales		63
Phoenix		115
Sierra Vista		70
Tempe		112
Tombstone		70
Tubac		44
Yuma		240

Are there attractions for those interested in native wildlife?

The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is one of the most notable wildlife parks in the world. Just south of Tucson lies the Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve, a pristine wildlife sanctuary. The Tucson Botanical Gardens, located in midtown, is a haven for native plants and birds. Plan your trip around these sights and more.

Which baseball team plays in Tucson?

Tucson's own minor-league franchise, the Tucson Sidewinders, is the AAA affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks, and plays at Tucson Electric Park.