Overview
The number of murals in downtown Tucson has grown exponentially in recent years supported by City of Tucson funding and public interest. Take a tour from Dorothy Yanez, a Presidio Museum tour guide, who literally wrote the book on Tucson's downtown murals. She'll show you murals you may never find on your own and share with you the stories behind the murals.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
All fees and/or taxes
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Please enter the Presidio Museum at 196 N Court Ave, Tucson, AZ, and tell the front desk you are here for the Mainly Murals Tour. You will receive further instructions from there.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Presidio San Agustin Del Tucson Museum
2 hours
The Mainly Murals Walking Tour begins at The Tucson Presidio Museum and showcases many of the murals found in the downtown area, such as:
YMCA Tucson Mural
Joe Pagac's mural highlights different aspects of the YMCA's offerings, including basketball, swimming, and horseback riding.
Transit Building Mural
Artist Jessica Gonzales explained that people line up outside the Transit building in the mornings to get their bus passes. The City of Tucson wanted to add something interesting to the corner for people to look at while they were standing in line. The main theme of the murals is both self-exploration and physical exploration.
Rock the Spot Murals
Rock the Spot is a yearly event that showcases graffiti art. New mural are painted each year by renowned and up-and-coming graffiti artists to help them share their voices.
Attendees on the tour will learn about the artists, mural histories, and the artists' inspirations behind the pieces.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Phoenix).
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers needing walkers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Mainly Murals Tucson Walking Tour
Can I cancel Mainly Murals Tucson Walking Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours.
Where does it start?
Please enter the Presidio Museum at 196 N Court Ave, Tucson, AZ, and tell the front desk you are here for the Mainly Murals Tour.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Presidio San Agustin del Tucson
