The Perfect Setting In The Northwest Tucson Area.

Located northwest of Tucson, situated in the Sonoran Desert, Marana is the fastest growing community in Southern Arizona. Tucsonans enjoy an unrivalled climate of 360 sunny days a year, a perfect place for the outdoor enthusiast. Described as a "mini-mecca for the arts" by The Wall Street Journal and ranked #20 of the Top 25 Arts Destinations (big-cities category) by AmericanStyle Magazine, Tucson features 215 art groups, and more than 35 art galleries in the downtown area alone. Home to the premier research institution – University of Arizona, several impressive golf courses, many museums, its own ballet company, professional theater and symphony it's easy to keep your calendar full. Explore world class hiking, biking, stargazing, and native flora and fauna. Marana's rich cultural history began with the ancient Hohokam Indians. Visitors can enjoy a wealth of heritage-related activities, from rodeo competitions to archaeological digs.

Dining

• Cafe Poca Cosa

  Meet a friend for dinner at Cafe Poca Cosa.

  Address: 110 E. Pennington St, Tucson, AZ 85701

• Catalina Brewing Company

  Make a pit stop at Catalina Brewing Company for cold craft brews and made from scratch bites.

  Address: 6918 N Camino Martin #120, Tucson, AZ 85741

• Core Kitchen & Wine Bar

  For an upscale dining experience, Core Kitchen & Wine Bar never disappoints. From Crispy Confit Duck Legs to Oven Roasted Main Lobster, it will surely be a night to remember.

  Address: 15000 North Secret Springs Drive, Marana, AZ 85658

• Cracker Barrel

  For home-style comfort food, head to Cracker Barrel.

  Address: 8400 N Cracker Barrel Rd, Tucson, AZ 85743

• Cup Café

  Stop in Cup Café at the historic Hotel Congress and build your own Bloody Mary before heading over to the dessert case.

  Address: 311 E. Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701

• El Charro Café

  Enjoy delicious and unique Sonoran-style fare at Tucson’s legendary Mexican food restaurant El Charro Café.

  Address: 311 N. Court Ave. Tucson, Arizona 85701

• Li’l Abner’s Steakhouse

  For the best mesquite grilled steaks in Tucson, Li'l Abner's Steakhouse keeps customers coming back time and time again.

  Address: 8500 N. Silverbell Rd, Tucson, AZ 85743

• Maynards Market & Kitchen

  Make Sunday Brunch a culinary experience at Maynards Market & Kitchen, located in the historic train depot.

  Address: 400 N. Toole Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701

• Mi Nidito Restaurant

  Enjoy an authentic Mexican dinner at Mi Nidito Restaurant.

  Address: 1813 S. 4th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85713

• The Screamery

  Got a hankering for ice cream? Make your way to The Screamery.

  Address: 5920 W Arizona Pavilions Dr. #100, Tucson, AZ 85743

• Vivace

  Craving Italian? Follow your nose to Vivace.

  Address: 6440 N. Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85718

Shopping

• Fourth Avenue Shops

  Pick up your next art piece from one of the Fourth Avenue Shops. Also make sure to stop by the spring and winter Street Fairs.

  Address: 434 E. 9th St, Tucson, AZ 85705

• Heirloom Farmer’s Market

  Pick up some organic vegetables and fruit from the Heirloom Farmer’s Market.

  Address: 4502 N. 1st Ave, Tucson, AZ ‎

• La Encantada Mall

  Spoil yourself at the high end shops at La Encantada Mall.

  Address: 2905 E. Skyline Dr #279, Tucson, AZ 85718

• Main Gate Square

  Purchase some University of Arizona merchandise from one of the shops at Main Gate Square.

  Address: 814 E. University Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85719

• Tucson Mall

  Enjoy spending the day shopping at Tucson Mall.

  Address: 4500 N. Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ 85705

• Tucson Premium Outlets

  Check out the Tucson Premium Outlets. Shoppers receive extraordinary savings of 25%-65% off exceptional brands including Banana Republic Factory Store, Brooks Brothers Factory Store, Michael Kors, Nike Factory Store, Tommy Hilfiger, and many more.

  Address: 6401 W. Marana Center Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85742

Entertainment

• Arizona Theatre Company

  Catch a show at the Arizona Theatre Company.

  Address: 330 S. Scott Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85701

• Gem and Mineral Show

  Delight in awe-inspiring gems and minerals at the Gem and Mineral Show. It is the largest, oldest and most prestigious gem and mineral show in the world.

  Address: 260 S. Church Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701

• Sonoita

  Spend the day wine tasting at various vineyards in Sonoita.

  Address: Sonoita, Arizona 85637

• The Gaslight Theater

  Spend the night laughing and singing at The Gaslight Theater.

  Address: 7010 E. Broadway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85710

• The Ritz-Carlton Spa

  Treat yourself to a massage or facial at The Ritz-Carlton Spa.

  Address: 15000 N. Secret Springs Drive, Marana, AZ 85658

Parks & Recreation

• Arizona Sonoran Desert Museum

  Take the grandkids or great-grandkids to the Arizona Sonoran Desert Museum.

  Address: 2021 N. Kinney Rd, Tucson, AZ 85743

• Arizona Zipline Adventures

  Take the great-grandkids to Arizona Zipline Adventures.

  Address: 35406 S. Mt Lemmon Rd, Oracle, AZ 85623

• Championship Golf Courses

  Practice your swing at one (or all) of our nearby Championship Golf Courses, The Golf Club at Dove Mountain, Quarry Pines Golf Club, The Gallery Golf Club, The Highlands at Dove Mountain.

  Address: 4949 W. Heritage Club Blvd, Marana, AZ 85658

• Colossal Cave

  Explore the beautiful cave formations at Colossal Cave.

  Address: 16721 E. Old Spanish Trail, Vail, AZ 85641

• Hiking Trails

  Marana has Hiking Trails galore. Take a guided hike and learn about the unique animals and plants of the Sonoran Desert.

  Address: 14810 N. Secret Springs Drive, Marana, AZ 85658

• Mission San Xavier del Bac

  Relish the history and architecture of the Mission San Xavier del Bac.

  Address: 1950 W. San Xavier Rd, Tucson, AZ 85746

• Mt. Lemmon Ski Valley

  Breathe in the smell of pine or hit the slopes at Mt. Lemmon Ski Valley.

  Address: 10300 Ski Run Rd. Mt. Lemmon, AZ 85619

• Old Tucson Studios

  Spend a day in the Old West at Old Tucson Studios.

  Address: 201 S. Kinney Rd, Tucson, AZ 85735

• Reid Park Zoo

  Visit the new elephant exhibit at the Reid Park Zoo.

  Address: 3400 E. Zoo Court, Tucson, AZ 85716

• Sabino Canyon

  Take a hike or ride the tram in Sabino Canyon located in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains.

  Address: 5900 N. Sabino Canyon Road, Tucson AZ

• Tucson Botanical Gardens

  Check out the Butterfly Magic exhibit at the Tucson Botanical Gardens.

  Address: 2150 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ 85712

• Tucson Museum of Art

  Find your inner artist at the Tucson Museum of Art.

  Address: 140 N. Main Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701

Healthcare

• Banner University Medical Center

  Enjoy easy access to quality medical care at the Banner University Medical Center, ranked among the Nation’s Best Hospitals for Geriatrics.

  Address: 1501 N Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85724

• Northwest Medical Center

  Rest easy knowing Northwest Medical Center is a short drive away.

  Address: 6200 N La Cholla Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85741

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