Tucson Travel & Leisure

What sets apart Hotel Congress? A bit of southwestern nostalgia mingled with a little urban rock and roll. Hotel Congress, a landmark destination in downtown Tucson, is more than just room and board with beer on tap. It is a bustling avant garde dance club and concert venue, a step back into the classic 1930 and 1940’s era, a bar nearly a century old, and a bistro reputable for the innovative fare and homemade desserts.

Already in full swing, Tucson’s annual Rodeo is stirring up the dust. With its opening day this past Saturday, the nine-day La Fiesta de los Vaqueros, “Celebration of the Cowboys,” is rounding up cowboys and cowgirls donned in cowhide leather boots and dusty flannels, cheering on professional bull riding and barrel racing. It is not too late to jump in on the festivities and experience “one of the top 25 professional rodeo events in North America.”

Tucson has long been known for its tourist activities and has enough attractions and sightseeing opportunities to keep even the most devoted resident entertained. But what if you just want to get away for a few days? Bisbee, located 90 miles southeast of Tucson, is a great place to stay for the weekend with the whole family, offering plenty of tours, activities, shopping, history and dining.

Tucson is a beloved city for residents and visitors alike, and there are plenty of activities and attractions to keep everyone entertained, young and old. Whether you are a first-time visitor to Tucson or you have lived here all your life, Tohono Chul Park is one of those attractions that’ll keep you coming back again and again. In offering guests a dose of nature, art and culture, this award-winning park and garden always makes for a fascinating and educational outing for the entire family.