Experience Tubac
Are you ready to experience one of Arizona’s most charming and artistic hidden gems? Enjoy our virtual stroll through historic Tubac – a high desert village where creativity meets culture. Tubac is not only a vibrant arts destination but also the site of the first European settlement in Arizona, home to the Tubac Presidio State Historic Park, a fascinating glimpse into Arizona’s colonial past.
HIGHLIGHTS
Tubac is celebrated for its vibrant art scene, historic sites, and welcoming community.
Although the best time to visit is during the fall, winter, and spring months when weather is mild, the shoulder seasons are becoming more desirable due to access, rates and milder tempuratures then other AZ destinations.
Parking areas are designated throughout the village with shuttle services during the festival.
Yes! In fact …Many shops and outdoor areas welcome pets, but please check with individual businesses.
Let us know what you want to know about our community!
Let us know what you want to know about our community!
FAQ + More!
Where Art and History Meet
Tubac Community
Tubac is located in Santa Cruz County in southern Arizona. The majestic Santa Rita Mountains and the Santa Cruz River adorn Tubac’s beautiful landscape. It is just 50 minutes south of Tucson, one hour from the Elgin Sonoita award winning wineries and 20 minutes north of Nogales, Mexico. The Nogales, Arizona port of entry is a major throughway delivering fruits and vegetables across the United States and Canada. Santa Cruz County enjoys a business-friendly environment.
Tubac Community
Tubac is located in Santa Cruz County in southern Arizona. The majestic Santa Rita Mountains and the Santa Cruz River adorn Tubac’s beautiful landscape. It is just 50 minutes south of Tucson, one hour from the Elgin Sonoita award winning wineries and 20 minutes north of Nogales, Mexico. The Nogales, Arizona port of entry is a major throughway delivering fruits and vegetables across the United States and Canada. Santa Cruz County enjoys a business-friendly environment.
FAQ + More!
Tubac is located in Southern Arizona, about 45 minutes south of Tucson in the beautiful Santa Cruz River Valley.
Most shops and galleries are open from 10 AM to 5 PM daily, though hours may vary by season or business.
Yes! Tubac is a very walkable village with many galleries, shops, and restaurants within a few blocks of each other.
Yes, public restrooms are located throughout the village. See MAP here for locations.
Yes, leashed pets are welcomed at many shops and galleries.
Yes, there is free public parking throughout Tubac. During the Tubac Festival of the Arts, there is a fee benefiting local nonprofits.