Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

Was an excellent day outing. It was all so gorgeous.I will say to not go on a super hot day and to pace yourself or book more than one day if you walk slower or a thorough reader.My family had a blast

Great way to spend the day! Mix of animals, plants, and geology. Also a great mix of a museum , botanical garden , and wildlife preserve. Highly recommended!

Wow!! This is so nice. You could not miss to come check how's cool here. They have nice stuffs that you can tell you about there and answer your question. Don't forget take some WATER!!!

Love the exhibit on history of Arizona in geological time, the bear and the butterflies and other animals, and the drive there is amazing for all the sagueros along the road .

It's even got fish ! This place is huge and you may need a few days. Most of it is outdoors and alot of walking around. There is an indoor children's area for hot days.

This is a great place to see and learn about all of the animals living in the Sonoran Desert . Tourists and natives alike will love this place. The animals are always out and it has hiking too.

Cannot recommend this place enough. Beautiful setting with lots to see and learn. Definitely take one of the docent led tours in the morning - ours was incredibly interesting.

What an amazing museum ! You get a great understanding and appreciation of the plants and animals that live in the beautiful Sonora Desert . It's a must see when visiting Tuscon.

This is a really unique little museum . Make sure you grab a map before you head out on the trails , otherwise you'll miss an exhibit . Check out the hummingbird aviary and bring your camera .

I have been here many times. I can't get enough of The Sonora Desert Museum . It's beauty. What it represents to us nature lovers. Everyone should experience this at least one time, if not more. I do!

So many different things to see: animals, reptiles...My family had a great time. All of the staff was very friendly and knowledgeable . Only negative is they don't sell single waters to go..

I feel betrayed. We didn't see any cats. I went for the puma & all I got was some high school kids geeking out on tarantula.

Everything! My favorites are Prairie dog's, BigHorn Sheep. And if your a Arizona resident you get $5 off your ticket to get in! So then it's $15. Well worth either price!

Good place for families- lots of animals to look at and short walks thru “the desert ” to give you a sense of the landscape and plants.

Raptor free flight is outstanding. Best time to visit is when they open. Many more animals are out and about then. Spring is the best time for wildflowers .

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What a great place to see AZ plants and flowers and see animals in natural habitats. Don't miss the Raptor Free Flight or the Hummingbird House - both amazing. And super nice volunteers, too!

I love it, but it IS a tourist trap. Definitely cool for out-of-towners, but only once; after that it's a bit dull. See the raptor free flight program ...very cool

Go early to see the young mountain lion rescued from Cali. He's active then. ????

This is basically a zoo but for animals native to Arizona. It’s a great way to see some of the animals that are hard to see.

Did you know? The museum’s native animal, plant, and geologic collections make it a unique institution, presenting the complete natural history of a single region, the Sonoran Desert . Read more

All classes take place at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum's Art Institute facilities in Tucson, AZ. Classes include: water color, pencil drawing, and photography .

This place is great, especially the drive out there. Be sure to wear a hat and take advantage of the free sunscreen in the restrooms .

Wear good walking shoes and a hat. If in summer, go very early or the night hours!

Night tours are great. Important tips: Take a flashlight and buy a black light flashlight so you can spot hidden insects.

I took my best hummingbird pictures here!

Wear a bright red shirt . Have a seat in the hummingbird aviary . Sit completely still for a few minutes. Marvel at the curious hummingbirds buzzing you.

A wonderful experience. The rapture in flight exhibit is amazing!

In 2010, NASA awarded the museum a 3 year grant to expand the educational programming for the Earth Camp Experience. The camp was established in memory of Columbia Space Shuttle Astronaut Laura Clark. Read more

Great place to visit. Give yourself at least a couple of hours.

Great place to explore after you finish the loop hike go to the Cottonwood snack shop and grab yourself a soft serve vanilla cone . Summer Saturday evenings start in June after 4pm w/ reduced admission Read more

Great road trip stop: pack a picnic lunch to enjoy the outdoors at this combo zoo/garden/art gallery/natural history museum !

Awesome place to visit and a lot to see

During the summer, they have special nighttime hours on Saturdays! Totally different experience!

Had a great time. People are friendly and the kids had a blast. They each ran into friends from church there.

Buy the souvenir cups . They are free refill as long as you have it. Bought them last year and just refilled them this year.

During the summer, go at night. Different animals are active at night. Whole different experience

I been going here since I was years oldand it just keeps getting better and better.Now i don't suggest a day time vist in the summer.Cause it gets Hot out here ,if you don't mind the heat and bring

The animals are in their natural desert habitat. Very informative to those who know little of this area.

Go during the summer, they are open into the night and have special nighttime themes.

Cool gift store with some great views and historical info.

Gem! Best tourist spot in Tucson area. Give yourself 2-3 hours.

Start your day early. It gets more than a little bit warm on the trails during the day!

Beautiful place to visit! The docents are great!

Being lots of water and a wide brim hat. I like to carry a camelback packed with ice and water.

Wonderful museum . Try to find a docent to guide you to enjoy full experience

Great place to learn about the different kinds of deserts . Best to go in the morning or the afternoon.

Get to the big animals early in the morning when they are fed, so they are more active.

Great place to see mountain views , cacti, snakes, flowers and good ice cream !

What a beautiful place. Birds, cacti, plants, and other amazing animals