the d*s city guides are moving holiday car rental from one warm sunny city to another this week, focusing on tucson, arizona ! i have never visited arizona, but after reading through interior designer julia date s guide i m feeling the urge to head west and check out all of these great places to shop, listen to music, eat, and site see (sign me up for the tucson holiday car rental gem and mineral show and the boyce-thompson arboretum, please). thanks holiday car rental so much for julia for creating this guide for us today!
Tucson is a city that thrives on its tremendous natural beauty. It attracts vacationers and golfers but is home to many artists, musicians and designers who are inspired by the unique spirit of the desert. Like many western holiday car rental cities, holiday car rental however, Tucson is spread out – to enjoy the experience to the fullest you need to rent a car. You may ride a bike almost anywhere in Tucson, there are well developed trails, bike lanes and clearly marked routes, however, the distances to many of the recommended sites is prohibitive to all but the most experienced riders. Sign out a convertible and enjoy the sun! Thanks to Crystal and Bonnie Flynt of Bon for their help as well as Sally Kane.
WHERE TO STAY Tucson is full of charming bed and breakfast hotels including the Catalina Park Inn and the Peppertrees in the University District. If you prefer hotels, the Hotel Congress is downtown and the Lodge on the Desert is newly remodeled and not far from downtown. If you feel like splurging there is the historic Hacienda del Sol , and Loews Ventana Canyon Resort , amongst others, outside of town. The resorts possess incredible views, world class restaurants and chic nightclubs but are definitely holiday car rental a drive from the downtown galleries, shops and restaurants. Check the Metropolitan Tucson Convention and Visitor's Bureau ( MTCVB ) for extensive hotel information.
Tucsonans are very proud of our vibrant music scene. There are numerous nationally known bands who call our city home – Calexico , Naim Amor , Golden Boots , Tom Walbank, Greyhound Soul to mention just a few. Many of them play frequently in local venues, so check out the Zocalo downtown magazine for more information on music and art happenings in our quickly growing downtown area. Second Saturday of every month offers live bands, street vendors, buskers and stores open late.
The Rialto holiday car rental Theatre 318 E. Congress St. 85701 (520) 740-1000. Originally built in 1920, the theater has hosted many well-known acts in its 90 year existence. It has been a music and dance theater, movie theater and, briefly, an antique store. Remodeled by a non-profit organization and opened in 2005 the theatre is now Tucson's premier venue for live music.
Grill -100 East Congress, 85701. (520) 623-7621 Open 24 hours, burgers, holiday car rental tater tots, pasta, sandwiches. Full bar. Eclectic staff. The best (and only) place to go after hours in downtown Tucson. Crazy stuff goes on here after midnight, don't miss it.
The Hotel Congress 311 East Congress St. 85701 (520) 622-8848 Built in 1919, the Hotel has anchored downtown Tucson through thick and thin: for many years it was the only thing downtown besides offices. The rooms are furnished with vintage items and most are nicely remodeled. The lobby bar is classic, painted in a style that echoes of the original design. Comfortable sofas and chairs, a full bar and a good view of who is entering the adjacent night club. With its own bar and stage, the Club Congress hosts a wide variety of indie bands and local acts on a smaller scale than the Rialto Theater across the street. The Tap Room maintains the "best jukebox" in town and has been listed several times as one of the nation's best bars. Fabulous Cowboy charcoal drawings by 30's and 40's regular Pete Martinez line the walls, with a shaded patio on the side. The Cup Café provides breakfast, lunch and dinner selections including salads, sandwiches, entrees and fresh pastries. Innovative décor including a floor made of pennies and distinctively French looking wine bottle chandeliers. Indoor and outdoor seating. Check the website for more.
Maynards 400 N Toole Ave. 85701. Just a quick walk across the street from the Hotel Congress, this gourmet market and restaurant offers counter service during the day and full service in the dining room and bar at night. It all feels like you are in a classic railway car, with beautiful details. Appropriate because Maynard's is located in the historic railway station that has recently been completely refurbished.
Tucson Museum of Art 140 N. Main Ave., 85701Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block. Centered on a shaded courtyard with fountains, trees and public art, the TMA is comprised of several buildings. holiday car rental The main museum hosts larger shows and the gift shop while several old houses show smaller collections and the TMA art school. Currently showing Andy Warhol portfolio, holiday car rental check website for other offerings.
Fox Theater 17 West Congress, 85701 (520) 624-1525 holiday car rental A classic deco theater that opened in 1930, the Fox Tucson opened as a venue for vaudeville holiday car rental and has had many incarnations since then. Currently, holiday car rental it serves holiday car rental as a movie theater, holiday car rental music venue and private event location. A very dedicated group of people restored this place to its original grandeur several years ago-it is pretty special.
Caffé Milano 46 W. Congress St., 85701.(520)628-1601. Authentic Italian food, espresso and conversation with owners Carlo and Laura Borella. Open for lunch on weekdays and dinner on weekends. Probably the most popular lunch destination for those who work downtown.
MOCA 265 South Church Ave., 85701. Museum of Contemporary Art. Exhibiting works of contemporary artists from across the globe, as well as artists from the local arts community. One of only 12 organizations chosen to participate in The Warhol holiday car rental Initiative, a program designed to augment an already promising arts institution. MOCA has recently moved to a new and permanent location.
Etherton Gallery 135 S, 6 th Ave. 85701 (520) 624-7370 Etherton specializes in vintage and contemporary fine art photography and is one of Tucson most established galleries. Voted Tucson's "best Gallery" year after year they also feature painting, collage, mixed media and sculpture. Beautiful building, holiday car rental exquisite, museum quality pieces.
Originate— 526 N. 9 th Avenue,85705 520-792-4207 Tucson's original natural materials building resource. Recycled, earth-conscious building materials including flooring, tile, paint, holiday car rental plaster and wall covering. Salvaged architectural and decorative elements.
El Tiradito Shrine- 400 S. Main Ave., 85701. This small shrine is dedicated to star-crossed lovers and is a lovely spot to spend a few minutes, read the plaque and admire the multitude of wishes that have been placed there. Noted on the Tucson Historic Register
LOST BARRIO Located just east of Downtown Tucson, the Lost Barrio is a turn-of-the-century warehouse district that has become home to a number of Tucson favorites, both new and established. Park once and visit them all-here are a few design highlights.
Mast – 299 S. Park Avenue 85719 520-720-0299. Walking into MAST is inspiring in itself. holiday car rental Soaring warehouse ceilings shed uncommonly beautiful light on an eclectic collection of beautifully presented furniture, holiday car rental housewares, lighting holiday car rental and gifts. Jewelry by Tascha Sabatino holiday car rental and Sofie Albertson Gelb are featured along with porcelain pottery holiday car rental by Alison May and hand-sewn leather handbags holiday car rental by Mellow Dawn Lund. These four friends make the partnership that owns and operates Mast. Gallery space in the store provides holiday car rental a venue for artists from Tucson, New York and elsewhere, loft workspace above the sales floor ensures an ever-changing selection of artistic wares in this enchanting cooperative. Mast shares a patio with:
Colonial Frontiers , 244 S. Park Ave. 85719. 520-622- 7400 Another Tucson holiday car rental destination store that is frequented by designers and home builders from all over the West. Exotic vintage and antique furniture and accessories from India, Asia, South and Central America. Massive-scale holiday car rental armoires and sideboards abound alongside classic chairs, lamps and heavily carved benches. Outstanding architectural elements including columns, doors and balustrades.
Eastern Living - 242 S. Park Avenue 85705. (520) 299-3889 Carefully chosen Chinese, Tibetan and Mongolian antique and vintage pieces. Owner Bianca Bao handpicks each item for her Tucson and Shanghai stores. Another favorite of local designers and architects, Eastern Living features furniture, sculpture, textiles, architectural holiday car rental pieces and custom design.
Eclectic Flea – 265 S. Park (520)-404- 4067. Artsy used and vintage. By now you have probably become inspired by the Western style all around—Eclectic holiday car rental Flea will fuel your desire for vintage- holiday car rental Cowboy ceramics, oil paintings of western scenes, Mexican pottery from the '50s and '60s, iron furniture, dusty old cowboy boots ("don't clean 'em," the tag says) furniture holiday car rental and housewares. Hours vary but mostly holiday car rental they are there Thursday through Sunday from 11:30 to 3:30.
The University of Arizona is spread out in the center of Tucson, and boasts many buildings of great architectural interest. Old Main, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright holiday car rental , and the new Stevie Eller Dance Theater along with numerous other examples. Also on campus, The University of Arizona Museum of Art , The Arizona State Museum , The Arizona Historical Society , and The Center for Creative Photography the latter of which houses holiday car rental extensive Edward Weston and Ansel Adams collections. On the perimeter of the campus lie several neighborhoods that display a marvelous array of charming bungalows, craftsman homes from the teens and twenties and many new projects by local architects.
Time Market and Deli 444 E. University Blvd. Tucson, 85705. West University Neighborhood (520-622-4010) If you want to pick up a great sandwich to take on a hike stop into Time Market in the morning. Delicious espresso, holiday car rental deli sandwiches made to order along with really good pizza, beer, wine and gourmet grocery items ar
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