Tucson, the second largest city in Arizona, is located in the Sonoran Desert and is commonly known as “The Old Pueblo.”

Once the largest city in Arizona by population Tucson is now the second biggest city in Arizona and is located just over 100 miles southeast of Phoenix, the city that overtook it. The city also sits about 60 miles north of the US-Mexico border. Tucson is located in the middle of the desert which gives it access to some of the natural wonders of the Arizona wilderness such as the saguaro cactus and many striking mountains around like Mt. Lemmon, the highest peak in the Santa Catalina range at 6,580 ft.

Below is a Doobie-approved list of some of the most interesting spots around town. Whether you're a local or just visiting Tucson, Doobie has you covered. Enjoy what Tucson has to offer and don’t forget to tag us on social media @trydoobie in your adventures!

Tucson has the longest agricultural history of any US city with over 300 years of ranching, orchards and vineyards. The food tells a story of its history in Mexican and Native American traditions. Tucson was the first US city to earn the designation of World City of Gastronomy by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). There are many food festivals and farmers markets that welcome people of all interests and backgrounds.

There are many cultural events and fairs that take place in the Tucson area. If you are into collecting rocks, the Tucson Gem & Mineral Show is one of the largest in the world. The Festival of Books brings together 80,000 attendees. The Tucson Meet Yourself festival celebrates the city's diverse ethnic groups, while the Tucson Rodeo, or Fiesta de los Vaqueros, marks the beginning of festival season in the US. Other notable events include the Tucson Folk Festival and the Fourth Avenue Street Fair.

There are also many cultural attractions and museums throughout the Tucson area. Fort Lowell Museum, Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum and the Pima Air & Space Museum are just a few that locals and tourists enjoy visiting. Tucson is also home to many parks and points of interest including the Reid Park Zoo, Tucson Botanical Gardens, Saguaro National Park, Tohono Chul Park and “The Loop,” which is a popular system of trails encircling the city.

While the major professional sports leagues do not reside in Tucson, college sports are very popular with The University of Arizona Wildcats teams. There are, however, a number of Major League Soccer teams that train in Tucson each winter. For those looking to play sports, Tucson is home to over 40 golf courses and the biking trails are some of the best in the country.