Description: Tucson is Arizona’s oldest city, with a human history that dates back thousands of years. Well known for astonishing desert landscapes and over 300+ days of sunshine annually, Tucson has been a resort destination offering an array of outdoor adventure and upscale amenities for decades. The clear desert skies and towering mountain vistas provide a perfect complement to wellness and rejuvenation. With a national park on either side of the city that protects the giant Saguaro cactus, this is the desert your attendees expect to see. Accommodations for your groups in Tucson offer a wide variety. Brands that you know and trust like Marriott, Westin, and Omni, but also luxurious and historical boutique hotels and resorts such as Hacienda Del Sol, Arizona Inn, and Tanque Verde Ranch. As the first UNESCO City of Gastronomy in the United States, Tucson has a food scene that dates back hundreds of years. To this day, chefs are creating culinary masterpieces using the same ingredients indigenous to the Sonoran Desert that were used hundreds of years ago. Tucson is proud to have the best Mexican food in America. Dark Sky City – The fun doesn’t stop when the sun goes down. Tucson has a very dry, dark sky and more than 300 cloudless days a year. Light pollution restrictions throughout the city ensure that the night sky is very visible. Groups can take advantage of this by offering stargazing at their opening reception. Tucson is a dynamic art City – filled with performing arts theaters, contemporary galleries, museums, and music festivals, Tucson delivers a thriving arts scene. Restored art deco theaters such as Fox Tucson and the Rialto draw world class entertainers and entertainment. Energetic Downtown - Tucson also has a lively walkable downtown that has over 600 new hotel rooms in its downtown and university districts. These two areas connect with a modern streetcar, making downtown Tucson a favorite for those groups who prefer to have dining options right outside their door. These new hotel options are a perfect complement to the Tucson Convention Center which has over 233,000 sq ft of meeting space and three performance venues. Tucson Convention Center – a cultural hub With an extensive $100 million dollar renovation completed, the TCC has been thoroughly modernized. Venue updates throughout the 27-acre campus in downtown Tucson includes 233,000 sq ft of new and refurbished meeting and event space, increased venue capacity, new public walkways and gathering places, water features, sculptures and hardscape, and new eco-friendly landscaping. Embracing state-of-the-art technology, the facility now hosts an impressive array of Digital touch points with more than 70 additional display screens, way finders, and the first of it’s kind augmented reality installation. Visit Tucson offers a wide range of services and offerings for the discerning planner. From the YOU FLY WE BUY program for custom site inspections to the MASTER ACCOUNT CREDIT, which is an incentive of up to $5000.00 that is applied against a group’s master account. Visit www.tucsononus.com for more information.

Features: Audio Visual Services, Auditorium-Permanent, Bus Loading/Unloading, Bus Parking, Catering, Computer Rental, Decorating Services, IT Lines, Pre-Function Space, Security, Speaker Ready Room, Sports Arena, Storage Facilities

Off-Site Venues/Highlights: Tucson, Arizona, offers a diverse range of attractions and off-site venues suitable for group activities and events. Here are some of the top choices: • Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum: A unique natural history museum and zoological park featuring desert wildlife and botanical gardens. • Pima Air and Space Museum: One of the world's largest aircraft collections, showcasing a variety of military, commercial, and private planes. • Tucson Botanical Gardens: A beautiful outdoor venue with diverse plant life, perfect for daytime events or relaxed gatherings. • Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium: Offers interactive science exhibits, planetarium shows, and even laser light shows. • La Rosa: Located in the historic benedictine monastery this venue provides the perfect backdrop of an upscale off site event. • Mission San Xavier del Bac: A stunning example of Spanish colonial architecture and a significant historical site. • Old Tucson: Built in 1939, Old Tucson is a renowned film set and theme park. With it’s wild west town and re-enactments, it provides a wonderful western ambience perfect for events. • Saguaro National Park: Explore the iconic Saguaro cactus and enjoy various hiking trails and scenic drives. • Tohono Chul Park: A botanical garden focused on the natural beauty of the Sonoran Desert. An inspirational location perfect for an off site event. • The Barn: Amazing off site venue that backs up to the national park with an upscale western flair. • The Urban Grove: A charming outdoor event space with beautiful landscaping and a secluded atmosphere. • Mission Garden: Learn about the region's agricultural heritage and enjoy events, tours, and workshops. • Whistle Stop Event Center: A unique venue housed in a former steel warehouse, suitable for weddings and various events. • The Grand Tucson: An elegant venue located in downtown Tucson.