Over 12,000 years ago when Paleo Indians first roamed the land of Tucson there was no indication that it would blossom and bloom into the wondrous city that looms before us today. Early civilizations dating back as far as 4000 years show signs of the ingenuity of those who built to lend a hand in agriculture. Irrigation canals were structured to lend a hand in growing corn and beans to supplement wild game hunting.
The city's varied and interesting history is only part of the culture and excitement that is offered to tourists and locals alike. If you're a Tucson apartment resident looking for a reason to run out of the Tucson apartment for a day or if you're a
visitor here for the week you will have no trouble finding events and activities that will enhance and entertain you.
Love to shop? You're definitely in the right place. Stop in and peruse the wares at Abbott Taylor for the perfect custom jewelry. Try Antigua de Mexico, Bahti Indian Arts, Beth Friedman, Casa Adobes Plaza and Corral Western Wear. Visitors and locals alike love Etherton Gallery and the Old Town Artisian's Complex for unique photographic prints to decorate their home and office. Stop in at the Turquoise Door or take a stroll through one of the great malls like St. Philip's Plaza, and La Encantada.
Have the kids been extra special sweet this week? It's time for a treat. Take them to one of the areas many family fun destinations. Spend the day at Funtasticks Family Fun for more family time than should be allowed by law. Gallop through their 5 acres of mini golf, go karts, batting cages, bumper boats, kiddie rides and arcade land! Take a trip to Golden Pin Lanes for hours of bowling excitement, Rooster Cogburn's Ostrich Ranch, T Rex Museum Activity Center, Tucson Ghost Tour, Tucson Children's Museum and the Valley of the Moon.
Get the kids all tuckered out and tucked into bed and then head over to some of Tucson's night club's. Drink, dine and dance the night away at places like Plush, Pearl, Cactus Moon, Club Congress, Asylum Nightclub, Bamboo Club, DV8, Maverick King of Clubs, Chicago Bar and Level Lounge.
Tucson is for the adventurous, the exciting and the unafraid. Visit today or just venture out of your own back yard and enjoy the surroundings. You'll never forget it. So get out of your Tucson apartments and enjoy all the great city has to offer its residents.
