Private Tour
Downtown Tucson: An Audio Tour by an Author and Historian
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
See Downtown Tucson’s historic mansions and homes on this affordable self-guided walking tour.
• Find out how downtown Tucson transformed from a prehistoric village into an architecturally rich neighborhood where some of the Southwest’s leading architects left their mark
• Hear from producer Jim Turner, a historian in Arizona who’s authored or co-authored nine books on the state’s history
• Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home
Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.
The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Presidio San Agustin Del Tucson Museum
This self-guided walking tour starts outside the Presidio San Agustín del Tucson Museum, once an 11-acre Spanish fort, where you’ll learn what daily life was like for early settlers in the late 1700s.
La Casa Cordova
You'll pass by Sonoran row houses made of adobe bricks like Casa de Cordova, which was restored and dedicated by First Lady Betty Ford in 1974.
What‘s Included
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Lifetime access to this tour in English
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Food/Drink
Smartphone and headphones
Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
Transportation
Options
Downtown Tucson: An Audio Tour by an Author and Historian
Reviews
23 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Mildly interesting
pgscmk,,Jan 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Mildly interesting. I would have liked more history of the area. Learning about the various houses was good. Ok for the price.
Historical Stroll in Tucson
craigaU6093GZ,,Jan 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Nicely paced and interesting history. Good walking directions without having to look at the map on the phone. Easy to understand the audio.
NO CODE!!
Diana C,,Mar 18, 2024
- Review from Viator
1.00Never ever received the code for the tour................... Have read several others experienced the same thing. Very disappointing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Beautiful day browsing through time
Christian E,,Mar 15, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00My wife and I (along with Oscar, our dog) enjoyed listening to the audio while walking in front of the houses and buildings. We have found it very interesting in every aspects (history, construction influence, etc.)
Very Interesting!
MNM1011,,Feb 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We have been wanting to visit the old town for some time and this little tour gave us a great overview. It took us about an hour to travel through all those 300 years. Loved seeing all the different styles of homes and learning about the early inhabitants of Tuscan. We will be touring more cities using these audio tours!
Loved it!
KristyandBillroom114,,Feb 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very informative, loved all the context/history and beautiful architecture. Much easier to follow than we had anticipated. Well done!!
Download and Set up Disappointing l
Sue D,,Dec 27, 2023
- Review from Viator
1.00Sadly I did not get my code until it was too late to take in part of the tour. My next two tours did not ever show up for me. So I had to buy them directly from Shaka Tour. I’m only out $14.95, but it is the first time Viator has not lived up to the expectations.
Not an overview of Tucson history
563diannam,,Oct 13, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00The tour was somewhat difficult to follow because the audio would begin before I reached the designated location for the audio. Also, the content of information was too detailed. I got bored with all the detail. It would have been very interesting for someone studying architecture. I learned a little bit of history, but not the overview of historical Tucson that I was anticipating.
Time traveler on foot
Ken Q,,Oct 7, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00I like the way the tour is laid out, from 3 centuries ago to 1 century ago. It's an easy walking tour and very informative.
Very informative
Richard W,,Sep 25, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00This walking tour was a lot of fun and very informative. Go in the morning before it gets hot or maybe in the Winter. We did it after lunch in 100dF temperatures. Either way, take water and have fun!
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