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Free things to do in Tucson

7 places in Tucson with free entry or no charge, based on guide listings and map data.

Ranked with the travel guide's picks and well-known places first.

Free things to do in Tucson

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    Center for Creative Photography

    The center was founded by Ansel Adams, and routinely features works of famous (and not-so-famous) photographers. When they have their Ansel Adams collection up it is a must see.

    Tue-Fri 9AM-4PM, Sat 1PM-4PMFree, donations accepted

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    Fort Lowell Museum

    Fort Lowell was a US Army post, active in the late 19th century during the Apache Wars. Most of the adobe structures are now in ruins, but the commanding officers' quarters have been reconstructed and now house a small museum, with exhibits focused on military life on the frontier. The building also has a small gift shop.

    Thu-Sat 10AM-4PMFree, donations welcome

  3. Do

    La Fiesta de Guadalupe

    This annual event celebrates Mexico's patron saint, the Virgin of Guadalupe, and features performances by mariachi bands, folklorico dancers, Yaqui dancers, and Spanish flamenco guitar. Booths sell crafts and souvenirs, as well as southwestern-style food and beverages.

    First Sun in December, 10AM-4PMFree

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    Old Pascua Museum and Yaqui Cultural Center

    Museum that features more than 4000 artifacts on display from the old Pasqua tribe, displayed in a home built in 1926 and listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

    Tue-Sat 9AM-1PMFree (donations welcome)

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    Sosa-Carrillo-Frémont House Museum

    A remnant of Tucson's old barrio which survived and is now surrounded by the Tucson Convention Center, this historic adobe house was built in the 1870s.

    Thu-Sat 10AM-4PMFree, donations welcome

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    Southern Arizona Transportation Museum

    A small museum devoted to the history of the railroads in southern Arizona, housed in the historic Southern Pacific Railroad Depot. The star attraction is the Southern Pacific Railroad 1673 steam locomotive. Docents and volunteers available to answer questions about the locomotive on Saturdays. For other times, tours can be arranged upon request.

    T-Thu 11AM-3PM, Fri Sat 10AM-4PM, Sun 11AM-3PM, engine with cab visits Sat 10AM-1PMFree

  7. Do

    Tucson Mountain Park

    This minor mountain range to the southwest of the city has an excellent trail network for hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrians. The park has many healthy stands of saguaros. The higher-elevation trails provide beautiful views, and are a popular place to photograph sunsets.

    Free

Listings from the Wikivoyage guide to Tucson (CC BY-SA 4.0).