Whether it’s soaking up the sun in the summertime or partaking in wintertime thrills, Tucson offers so many activities to enjoy year-round. From outdoor adventures to educational museums and art galleries, Tucson has it all. Better yet, you can count on the city to unfurl amazing restaurant options too.

One of the wonderful things about Arizona is that the temperatures in Tucson are almost ideal during the winter for all sorts of activities.

Hike Sabino Canyon’s Seven Falls

If you’re seeking natural beauty and some exercise, look no further than the Seven Falls Trail in the Coronado National Forest. The path takes hikers through 2.5 miles of stunning landscape, depositing you at a gorgeous set of waterfalls with large pools. Along the way, you’ll see plenty of saguaros, sycamore, cacti, and cottonwood trees. For many, this hike takes about 3 hours round trip.

The main parking lot in Sabino Canyon offers options to many trailheads as well as a tram to get you to those places. Otherwise, hikers can choose to walk to their desired trail.

Take the Mount Lemmon Scenic Byway

Explore the beauty of Arizona with a drive on the Mount Lemmon Scenic Byway. This roadway travels along the upper parts of Mount Lemmon and the Santa Catalina Range, offering a view of canyons and mountains. Basically, highway travelers will see plant life that spans the deserts of Mexico to the forests of Canada.

Many visitors consider the Mount Lemmon Scenic Byway to be a “must-do” in Tucson. With many rest areas and scenic overlooks, you may want to bring a picnic to enjoy as well.

Experience the Private Tombstone Arizona and San Xavier Mission Day Trip

Arizona offers a number of day trips, including one that allows residents and visitors to “travel back in time” to the famous Old West towns. The day trip reveals an experience that showcases not only the lives of famous outlaws but of businessmen, miners, and cattlemen. During the tour, you’ll visit places like Big Nose Kate’s Saloon, Bird Cage Theatre, and Boot Hill Cemetery.

This day trip can also include visits to the White Dove of the Desert, the best-preserved mission at San Xavier del Bac.

Meander the Tucson Museum of Art

Open your mind to new styles of creativity by exploring the Tucson Museum of Art and its corresponding historic block in downtown Tucson. The exhibition space in the museum is over 74,000 square feet and includes a contemporary museum space as well as historical work. Throughout the year, the museum has 8-9 exhibitions that showcase international, TMA-curated exhibitions, and other ongoing permanent collections.

The Tucson Museum of Art is a perfect afternoon activity, whether it’s raining or hot. It’s a special part of town that will encourage your creativity or offer a nice outing.

Watch Butterflies Fly in the Tucson Botanical Gardens

Breathe in the perfume of all sorts of blossoms in the many gardens of the Tucson Botanical Gardens. This 5.5-acre collection of gardens and pathways include a Zen Garden, a Butterfly Garden, a Prehistoric Garden, and so many more. Not only will you enjoy nature at its finest, but you may also stumble upon some garden inspiration for your own home, especially with the cactus and succulent gardens.

This thoughtfully laid out garden offers a few hours diversion and may also rejuvenate your creativity.

Tucson is one of the most beautiful places to live, offering stunning views and interesting desert terrain. At Fairfield Homes, we design custom homes that complement their surrounding neighborhood, choosing to enhance the land rather than draw away from it. Speak with a home designing expert today to discover your options.