Bisbee Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour of Historic Downtown

Private Tour

English, Spanish

Mobile ticket

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Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

Mobile ticket

Step into the story of Bisbee, Arizona, a town carved into the steep canyons of the Mule Mountains. This self-guided walking tour uses GPS-triggered audio to bring the town’s history to life as you explore its hidden stairways and historic streets.

From the legends of Brewery Gulch to the remnants of the Copper Queen Mine, you’ll uncover the events of the 1917 Bisbee Deportation and the social tensions that shaped the town’s transformation from a gritty mining powerhouse to a vibrant arts enclave.

Walk at your own pace and take your time—pause for a coffee, explore a gallery, or linger at a viewpoint. The audio picks up where you left off.

This is a self-guided experience (no in-person guide). Download the tour in advance and use it anytime—no cell signal needed.

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Works entirely offline once downloaded—no cell service required

GPS-triggered audio plays automatically based on your location

Flexible - Buy once, use any day/time—access never expires

Get the Drives & Detours app download the tour ahead of time

What To Expect

Copper Queen Mine Tour

Descend into the cool depths of historic copper tunnels outfitted in traditional hard hats and miners' lamps. This authentic underground experience offers a firsthand glimpse into the challenging lives of the laborers who originally put Bisbee on the map.

Admission Not Applicable

Lavender Pit

Spanning over 300 acres, this massive former open-pit mine boasts striking, oxidized colors cascading down its terraced walls. It stands as a breathtaking visual testament to the sheer scale of mid-century copper extraction in the region.

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable