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Step into North America's oldest continuously farmed valley. From ancient Hohokam irrigation canals beneath the Santa Cruz River to sun-cured carne seca drying on historic roofs, discover how water, native botanicals, and heritage grains forged the first UNESCO City of Gastronomy in the United States.
- An 8.9 km self-guided tour with 9 stops over 222 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in Foodways & Culinary Identity and History & Memory
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
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What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet at the Santa Cruz River Heritage Project near 1580 S Santa Cruz Lane. The river outfall can be viewed from the Chuck Huckleberry Loop, about a quarter mile south of W Starr Pass Blvd. Take local transit toward this area and walk the final stretch.
The route ends at the original El Charro Café at 311 N Court Ave in downtown Tucson. Walk to a nearby transit stop for your return to the main transit hub, and check the current connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1
Crossings over the historic riverbed where ancient Hohokam irrigation canals sustained early Sonoran agriculture.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Mercado San Agustin
Vibrant Mexican-style public plaza featuring La Estrella Bakery and local community gathering spaces.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Living agricultural museum built on a 4,000-year-old farm site with heritage crop plots.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4El Tiradito Shrine
Historic outdoor shrine in Barrio Viejo that embodies Mexican folklore and neighborhood preservation.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Family-run Sonoran Mexican restaurant open since 1936, known for carne seca and red chile.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Neighborhood culinary market committed to direct sourcing from local desert farmers and heritage grains.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Downtown craft brewery incorporating regional grains like White Sonora wheat and sustainable water practices.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
Specialty coffee roaster and agave bar integrating Sonoran wild foods like chiltepin pepper and mesquite.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9El Charro Café Downtown
America's oldest continuously operating Mexican restaurant run by the same family, famous for rooftop carne seca.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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