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South Tucson

Arizona, United States · North America

About South Tucson

South Tucson is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Tucson, 22km from Saguaro National Park.

South Tucson is a town located in Arizona, United States. With a population of 5,715, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, South Tucson sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Phoenix time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add South Tucson to your route.

About South Tucson

South Tucson is a city in Pima County, Arizona, United States, and an enclave of the much larger city of Tucson. South Tucson is known for being heavily influenced by Hispanic, and especially Mexican, culture; restaurants and shops which sell traditional Mexican food and other goods can be found throughout the city.

Read more According to the 2020 census, the population of the city is 4,613.

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South Tucson offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is South Tucson located?

South Tucson is located in Arizona, United States, North America. The coordinates are 32.1995 latitude, -110.9684 longitude.

What is the population of South Tucson?

South Tucson has a population of approximately 5,715 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
5,715
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
Arizona
Timezone
America/Phoenix
Coordinates
32.1995, -110.9684

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Police
911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from South Tucson

3 notable places within an hour's drive.

national park

Saguaro National Park

A Sonoran Desert park protecting the nation's largest cacti, with thousands of giant saguaros standing like sentinels across the landscape.

22 km · about 25 min drive

museum

Titan Missile Museum

The only preserved Titan II intercontinental ballistic missile silo open to the public, where visitors descend 35 feet into the launch control centre and turn the keys in a simulated launch sequence.

33 km · about 40 min drive

museum

Biosphere 2

A three-acre sealed glass-and-steel ecosystem north of Tucson where eight people lived hermetically enclosed for two years from 1991. Now a University of Arizona research facility with daily tours inside the rainforest and ocean biomes.

44 km · about 50 min drive

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