Ranked #4 in USA Today’s 10 Best Botanical Gardens 2023, the Tucson Botanical Gardens features 20 gardens including a cactus and succulent garden, an herb garden, a children’s garden, and more. With a seasonal butterfly exhibit from October through May and rotating art exhibits throughout the year, there’s always vibrant beauty to experience. Official website here.

Called “One of the world’s ten best botanical gardens” by Travel + Leisure Magazine*, Tohono Chul rests on 49 acres of desert and features walking paths, informational exhibits, art installations, as well as art galleries, the Garden Bistro with fresh, flavorful cuisine, and even a plant nursery. Official website here.

Yume features Japanese courtyard style gardens and imagery to immerse its visitors in a natural setting, with a contemplative garden and a zen garden, among others, as well as a museum focusing on traditional Japanese folk artifacts. Official website here.

Reid Park consists of over 150 acres right in the heart of metro Tucson and has amenities like gazebos and grills, attractions like large ponds and a dog park, public art, baseball fields and horseshoe pits, among much more. Official website here.

A lush desert park nestled in the foothills, boasting large ponds that support a variety of life, from towering palms and centuries-old mesquite trees to waterfowl and mule deer. Informational website here.