Tucson Barrio Viejo Tucson Walking Tour & Scott Avenue with Guide
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Tucson, USA
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
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What's Included
- 2 hours of historic stories, fascinating tales & interesting tidbits as we stroll the Barrio Viejo!
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- La Placita Parking Garage211 S Church Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701, USA
We meet in front of the La Placita Parking Garage at 104 S Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701. Scott, your Tour Guide, will be under the big sign along Stone Ave in front of the parking garage and will be wearing an orange color Strolls and Stories Tours t-shirt.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
St. Augustine Cathedral (Pass By)
Tucson Scottish Rite Cathedral (Pass By)
Aveda Institute Tucson (Pass By)
Children's Museum Tucson (Pass By)
The Blenman Inn (Pass By)
Owls Club (Pass By)
Arizona Theater Company (Pass By)
1
Barrio Historico
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Clay & Cloth (Pass By)
Etherton Gallery (Pass By)
Bahti Indian Arts (Pass By)
2
Parque de Orlando y Diego Mendoza
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Teatro Carmen (Pass By)
Coronet Restaurant (Pass By)
3
El Tiradito Shrine
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Rosendo S. Perez Park
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Tour Participation Risk Acknowledgement and Liability Waiver: By booking this tour, I understand and agree that participation in this Guided Walking Tour by Strolls and Stories Tours involves walking on public sidewalks, crossing streets and entering both public and private buildings and property. This guided tour could involve risk of physical injury, illness, death or property loss, and despite safety precautions, Strolls and Stories Tours cannot guarantee safety thereof, as all risks cannot be prevented. I understand that any injuries, medical expenses, property loss, or other personal expenditures that result during or from participating in this Tour, are to be borne by the participant, or by their parent or guardian (if participant is a minor), and I agree to release Strolls and Stories Tours and it's owner and employees of any and all liability.
- No pets please. Service animals are allowed.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
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Andrew_F, May 2026
This was my first visit to Tucson. I am pretty adept at American History, but this tour focused on Tucson and Southern Arizona with color I had not known. So in addition to a walk through the oldest barrio in Tucson, the guide expertly wove that history into the regional and national history.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thanks for the kind words! Tucson has such a fascinating history and interesting architecture...and I do tend to really "get into" the stories as I share them to bring history alive! I'm glad you enjoyed my Barrio Viejo and Scott Avenue Walking Tour!
Nancy_B, May 2026
Great opportunity to learn about the amazing history of Tucson. If you like history and culture, I really recommend the tour.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thanks for the kind words! Tucson has such a fascinating history...and I tend to really "get into" the stories to help bring the tales of our founders and early business leaders alive! I am glad you enjoyed my Tucson Barrio Viejo & Scott Avenue Walking Tour!
Cheryl_W, Mar 2026
Good stories and Scott was very knowledgeable about the area. You could tell that he has done a great deal of research and enjoys it
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thanks for the kind words! I do have a passion for Tucson's history and architecture...and I tend to get into the stories to try and bring history to life on my Tucson Walking Tours! I'm glad you enjoyed my Tucson Barrio Viejo and Scott Avenue Walking Tour!
Monica_M, Mar 2026
Excellent opportunity to learn fascinating facts about the early days of Tucson. Scott is very knowledgeable about the Barrio region. The tour was informative and fun.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thanks for the kinds words! I try to make it both historically accurate and fun, and tend to really "get into" the stories to help bring history alive! I am glad you enjoyed my Tucson Barrio Viejo and Scott Avenue Walking Tour!
Barbara_D, Mar 2026
Scott was amazing! His knowledge and storytelling was outstanding. His personality is just the best and really draws you in. You won’t be disappointed with this tour!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thanks for the kind words! I try to keep it witty and fun while historically accurate...and I tend to really "get into" the historic stories as I share them to bring history alive on my Tucson Walking Tours! I'm glad you enjoyed my Barrio Viejo and Scott Avenue Tour!
Dylan_K, Mar 2026
Excellent tour of Tucson. Awesome information in an entertaining manner. Scott is the man. Thank you for everything!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thanks for the kind words! I do have a passion for Tucson's history and architecture...and I tend to really "get into" the stories as I share them to bring history alive on my Tucson Walking Tours! I'm glad you enjoyed my Barrio Viejo & Scott Avenue Tour!
Amy_R, Mar 2026
Interesting seeing the different types of adobe houses and learning about the people who lived there in the past. You will get a lot of great stories!
Deborah_K, Feb 2026
This was an entertaining and informative walking tour of Barrio Viejo. The guide was extremely knowledgable and made the history of the place come alive with stories that really humanized the history of the neighborhood.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thanks for the kind words! I do have a passion for Tucson's historic stories and architecture...and I tend to really "get into" the stories as I share them on my Tucson Walking Tours to, as you say, bring history alive! I am glad you enjoyed my Tucson Barrio Viejo and Scott Avenue Walking Tour!
Leslie_W, Feb 2026
Scott was an excellent guide and story teller. I learned a lot about Arizona and Tucson history. Very entertaining!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thanks for the kind words! I do have a passion for Tucson's historic stories and architecture...and I tend to really "get into" the stories to help bring history to life on my Tucson Walking Tours! I am glad you enjoyed the Barrio Viejo Walking Tour!
Heather_C, Jan 2026
This was a great tour. Very interesting to learn the history of Tucson. Scott has done his homework and created a great tour.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thanks for the kind words! I do have a passion for Tucson's history and architecture...and I tend to really "get into" the stories as I share them to bring history to life on my Tucson Walking Tours! I am glad you enjoyed my Barrio Viejo Walking Tour!
Elise_V, Jan 2026
Well researched and knowledgeable tour guide. We enjoyed learning about the history of Tucson and the barrio.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thanks for the kind words! I do have a passion for Tucson's history and architecture...and I tend to "get into" the stories as I share them to try and bring history to life on my Tucson Walking Tours! I am glad you enjoyed the Barrio Viejo Walking Tour!
Corinne_H, Jan 2026
Scott had clearly done his research and delivered the history and stories of the neighborhood with energy and enthusiasm.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thanks for the kind words Corinne! I do have an enthusiasm for Tucson's historic stories and architecture...and I tend to really "get into" the stories to bring history to life on my Tucson Walking Tours! It was a pleasure having your group on the Barrio Viejo Walking Tour!
Laurie_D, Jan 2026
Our walking tour of Tucson was everything we had hoped for. It was filled with historical facts, colorful stories, and useful tips for today. I feel I know Tucson a little bit better now, and that was the whole point.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thanks for the kind words! I do have a passion for Tucson's history and architecture...and tend to really "get into" the stories as I share them on my Tucson Walking Tours! I also enjoy sharing my favorite attractions and things to do in Tucson! It was a pleasure having you on the tour!
Richard_O, Nov 2025
Excellent walking tour with knowledgeable guide. History ,intrigue, and humor Scott brings el Barrio to life!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thanks for the kind words! I do tend to get into the historic stories and fascinating tales I share them! I am glad you enjoyed the Tucson Barrio Viejo Walking Tour!
Katherine_S, Oct 2025
We learned the origins of Tucson and saw history unfold in front of us. The tour was really interesting. Our guide, Scott, was terrific! He is very insightful, personable, and humorous. Couldn’t have ordered a better tour. Thank you.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thanks for the kind words! I am glad you enjoyed the walking tour! I do tend to get into the historic stories to help bring it to life!
Lorraine_F, Sep 2025
Scott was awesome: he was enthusiastic, shared interesting facts about the local and region; paced the walk well; answered all my questions;
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thanks for the kind words Lorraine! I do have an enthusiasm for Tucson history...and tend to really get into the stories! Thanks!
Petra_M, Jul 2025
Scott was amazing, knowledgeable, passionate and loved every minute of this tour, even in a hot sunny day
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thanks for the kind words! I do have a passion for Tucson's historic stories and architecture...and I tend to get into the stories as I share them! I'm glad you enjoyed the tour!
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