Tucson Barrio Viejo Tucson Walking Tour & Scott Avenue with Guide
Overview
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Scott, your tour guide, has a passion for good story telling! Hear the historic stories, fascinating tales & my interesting tidbits of Tucson History on this Strolls and Stories Tours guided walking tour! We begin with the St. Augustine Cathedral and a discussion of Tucson's Spanish Colonial founding & 4,000 years of Native American history!
We stroll historic Scott Ave seeing several buildings by the famous architect Henry Trost, and learn the tale of the Temple of Music & Art.
Next we visit the Barrio Viejo, the largest concentration of mud adobe structures in a single neighborhood anywhere in the United States! We discuss how our Sonoran Row Houses were built for our desert climate, learn of corner mercantiles & Chinese Grocers! We learn of the melting pot of cultures who lived in the Barrio!
We visit the El Tiradito Wishing Shrine dating to the 1870s, & learn the tale of Juan Oliveras, and how some good comes of his sexual sinful ways, & stroll past the Teatro Carmen!
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
St. Augustine Cathedral
We begin discussing our St. Augustine Cathedral, why it has this name, and how Tucson was founded as the Presidio San Augustine del Tucson in 1775 as a Spanish Colonial Fort!
We discuss the famous architect Henry Trost and his many designs in Tucson including the Scottish Rite Cathedral, a beautiful Masonic Temple.
What‘s Included
2 hours of historic stories, fascinating tales & interesting tidbits as we stroll the Barrio Viejo!
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Tucson Barrio Viejo Tucson Walking Tour & Scott Avenue with Guide
Reviews
15 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour, nothing else like it that I could see.
Heather C,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great tour. Very interesting to learn the history of Tucson. Scott has done his homework and created a great tour.
Well researched and...
Elise V,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Well researched and knowledgeable tour guide. We enjoyed learning about the history of Tucson and the barrio.
Stories and Fun
Corinne H,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Scott had clearly done his research and delivered the history and stories of the neighborhood with energy and enthusiasm.
A walk through time in Tucson.
Laurie D,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our 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.
History Intrigue and Humor
Richard O,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent walking tour with knowledgeable guide. History ,intrigue, and humor Scott brings el Barrio to life!
Cool Tucson neighborhoods
susannY5392MU,,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very knowledgeable tour guide. Scott shared interesting facts about Tucson while walking through lovely neighborhoods. The tour lasted longer than expected and was very worthwhile.
Great guide, fascinating stories
Dan L,,Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Scott is an excellent guide who knows his history and loves to tell fascinating stories. The Barrio provides the perfect backdrop to learn about the power brokers and the working classes who helped to make Tucson a diverse and lively city to live and to visit!
Excellent Tour with Scott
Katherine S,,Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We 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.
Barrio Viejo Walking Tour & Scott Avenue
PosseSF,,Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Barrio Viejo Walking Tour & Scott Avenue Review I recently walked the Barrio Viejo Walking Tour with Scott as my guide, and it was an unforgettable experience. Scott’s deep knowledge of the area’s colorful history brought every street and adobe wall to life. He shared fascinating stories that captured moments frozen in time — from the vibrant culture of Tucson’s early days to the architectural charm that still defines Barrio Viejo today. The tour along Scott Avenue perfectly blended history, art, and atmosphere, offering a real sense of place and heritage. Scott’s passion for the neighborhood was contagious, and his ability to connect past and present made the walk both educational and inspiring. If you enjoy exploring neighborhoods rich with character and stories, this tour is a must-do. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to see Tucson through a more authentic, soulful lens.
Excellent tour of Barrio Viejo
E7450ETclairea,,Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Scott gave us a superb Barrio Viejo walking tour. The content was engaging, and Scott squeezed so much information and so many stories into our 2 hours together. The tour was well structured and well organized, and Scott had prepared a folder with many historical photos that really helped to bring the content to life. Highly recommended.
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