Laurel's Guidebook
Food scene
Excellent variety of Sonoran style Mexican food. They make salsa table side to your taste. Absolutely delicious
103 locals recommend
Guadalajara Original Grill
1220 E Prince RdExcellent variety of Sonoran style Mexican food. They make salsa table side to your taste. Absolutely delicious
La Hacienda Family Mexican Restaurant
11931 N 1st AveAnother local favorite for Mexican cuisine.
Has been in operation since 1942. The make their Carne Asada by drying it in the rooftop of the downtown location. The Green corn Tamales are fantastic!!
151 locals recommend
El Charro Café
311 N Court AveHas been in operation since 1942. The make their Carne Asada by drying it in the rooftop of the downtown location. The Green corn Tamales are fantastic!!
Dining outside is so nice here. The mountain view along with the wonderful music makes for a fun time.
6 locals recommend
Guiseppe's
6060 N Oracle RdDining outside is so nice here. The mountain view along with the wonderful music makes for a fun time.
Caffe Torino
10325 N La Cañada DrCozy little place with excellent food.
Unique blends of delicious favorites. The views are terrific as well!
31 locals recommend
Harvest Restaurant
10355 N La Cañada DrUnique blends of delicious favorites. The views are terrific as well!
Bisbee Breakfast Club Ina
4131 W Ina RdPancakes, eggs, waffles and more.
First Watch
10565 N Oracle RdViews and delicious food!!
Teaspoon
7053 N Oracle RdTry the bubble waffles, you will not be disappointed.
Whether or not you have dietary restrictions eating here is delicious.
7 locals recommend
Gourmet Girls Gluten Free Bakery/Bistro
5845 N Oracle RdWhether or not you have dietary restrictions eating here is delicious.
Village Bakehouse
7882 N Oracle RdCozy little place for breakfast or lunch
Friday thru Sunday live country music and great casual atmosphere.
18 locals recommend
Li'l Abner's Steakhouse
8501 N Silverbell RdFriday thru Sunday live country music and great casual atmosphere.
The Parish
6453 N Oracle RdCajun cuisine at its finest here in town
Saffron Indian Bistro
7607 N Oracle RdThe best Indian food in town if you ask me!!
Teppanyaki fun fun fun!! Mr An is a local celebrity and always willing to still for a chat and photo op.
20 locals recommend
Mr. An's Teppan Steak and Seafood
6091 N Oracle RdTeppanyaki fun fun fun!! Mr An is a local celebrity and always willing to still for a chat and photo op.
BrushFire BBQ Co.
2745 N Campbell AveGreat local spot
Truland Burgers & Greens
7332 N Oracle RdGrass fed beef burgers… yum!!
Vero Amore
12130 N Dove Mountain BlvdNice cozy place for dinner
Sightseeing
Make sure to download the All Trails app before you go. There are so many hidden trails to enjoy, most of which you can only find with the app or Ranger assistance.
192 locals recommend
Catalina State Park
11570 North Oracle RoadMake sure to download the All Trails app before you go. There are so many hidden trails to enjoy, most of which you can only find with the app or Ranger assistance.
Beautiful place to hike, especially in the Spring when all the flowers are in bloom.
80 locals recommend
Saguaro National Park West
Beautiful place to hike, especially in the Spring when all the flowers are in bloom.
A must see while in town. “Take a picnic to the dam, easy hike, refreshing mini waterfall”. Annie A. -Casita Sanctuary guest review
457 locals recommend
Sabino Canyon Recreation Area
5700 North Sabino Canyon RoadA must see while in town. “Take a picnic to the dam, easy hike, refreshing mini waterfall”. Annie A. -Casita Sanctuary guest review
Make sure to have reservations before you go, they only allow tours in groups. Definitely worth the time if you enjoy caverns.
216 locals recommend
Kartchner Caverns State Park
2980 AZ-90Make sure to have reservations before you go, they only allow tours in groups. Definitely worth the time if you enjoy caverns.
Good way to see local animals up close. It is surprising how big the Mountain Lions and Prairie dogs actually are.
670 locals recommend
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
2021 N Kinney RdGood way to see local animals up close. It is surprising how big the Mountain Lions and Prairie dogs actually are.
Saguaro National Park
Well worth the drive from our place.
Fun place to experience what it would’ve been like for them in space. We learned quite a bit about aquaponics.
156 locals recommend
Biosphere 2
32540 S Biosphere RdFun place to experience what it would’ve been like for them in space. We learned quite a bit about aquaponics.
Tucson Botanical Gardens
2150 N Alvernon WayBeautiful variety of local vegetation
Tohono Chul
7366 N Paseo Del NorteFun to see local vegetation as well as enjoy a delicious meal.
Great for walking, biking or bird watching . Open dawn to dusk with many parking options all along the route
8 locals recommend
River Walk
Great for walking, biking or bird watching . Open dawn to dusk with many parking options all along the route
Pima Canyon Trailhead
1610 E Magee RdWell worth the first two miles of up, excellent city views
A hike to the top is rewarded with terrific views!! Make sure to bring enough water and sunscreen. Hike not recommended for beginners . Great place Fall thru Spring.
33 locals recommend
Picacho Peak State Park
15520 Picacho Peak RdA hike to the top is rewarded with terrific views!! Make sure to bring enough water and sunscreen. Hike not recommended for beginners . Great place Fall thru Spring.
Hugh Norris Trail
Moderate- 3ish hours- great views. Annie A Casita Sanctuary guest review