Ghost
Tucson Ghost Tour
A firefighter recognized Dillinger from a $12 tip. But the Hotel Congress has older secrets, and it's only the first of 8 haunted stops.
Evenings at 8 PM this summer; see the booking calendar for tonight90 min1 mile
The Story
About This Mural Tour
Tucson is known for its vibrant murals and lively street art, and much of it can be found in its historic downtown. You will walk the city’s pleasant sidewalks with a knowledgeable guide and discover colorful, eclectic and bold paintings, some in unusual places! Starting at the “Arrival of the Railroad” mural and proceeding to the Rialto Theatre’s alley, history and art become intertwined. You’ll be amazed by the “Empowered Woman” and smile at the 60s-ish HUB mural. The Mexican-Latin influence is everywhere, especially with “La Guitarrista” and “Vergiss.” You’ll see one mural celebrating “El Tour de Tucson” and another honoring PETA. “That’s a Wrap”, Tucson’s move to beautify downtown utility boxes, is evident, as are brilliantly colored store-commissioned murals. You’ll mosey through the iconic “Rock the Spot” parking lot and say hello to Linda. The grand finale is grand indeed: the Three Cowboys, who look out from the Court building and pay homage to Tucson rodeo culture.
Additional Information
- The tour meets at Hotel Congress, 311 E Congress St, Tucson. Arrive 15 minutes early to check in with your guide.
- Two Park Tucson garages sit practically on top of the meeting spot: the Depot Plaza Garage at 45 N 5th Ave and the Centro Garage at 345 E Congress St. Our guide to where to park in downtown Tucson has the details, block by block.
- Wear comfortable shoes; this walking tour is 90 minutes long and about 1 mile (1.6km) in length.
- Bring water: from May through September, the heat is the real constraint for any Tucson walk, so dress light and hydrate.
- Tours run rain or shine; if we ever cancel a departure, you get a full refund or a free rebooking, your choice.
- Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours before your tour date for a 100% refund.
What To Expect
Rialto Alley
191 East Toole Avenue. Ignacio Garcia's towering Rialto Theatre mural fills the alley wall off Toole Avenue, where the theatre's history and its paint have become intertwined.
Vergiss
178 E. Broadway. East Broadway holds Fin DAC's Vergiss, the portrait this stop is named for.
Las Tres Hermanas
61 E Congress St. Las Tres Hermanas, the three sisters, rises over Congress Street: a 40-foot tribute to the women who raised the artist, painted by a team led by Ruben Urrea Moreno with Melo Dominguez, Antonio Lucero, and Gerardo Frias.
El Tour de Tucson
Southeast corner of Broadway and Sixth Avenue. Joe Pagac's mural celebrates El Tour de Tucson, the city's signature ride. Look closely: desert creatures hide in the cycling scene.
Harboring Beauty
191 East Toole Ave. Giant blue hands cradle a clownfish across this wall, a piece of ocean dropped into the middle of the desert.
Jackie Dayhtona
189 East Toole Ave
And MORE...
Explore hidden gems and secret stories waiting around every corner of historic downtown Tucson. And when the guided walk leaves you wanting more paint, our Barrio Viejo murals walking map is a free self-guided loop through Tucson's oldest neighborhood, a short walk south of downtown.
Experience the Beauty of Downtown Tucson
The Mural Tour of Downtown Tucson runs 90 minutes and about 1 mile of downtown sidewalks, all ages welcome, and departures cap at 25 guests. Adults $29, students $25, children $22. Select dates; check the booking calendar. Booking is straightforward: full refund when canceled 24 or more hours before the tour. Pick a date on the booking calendar, or call or text (928) 224-0518.