The 25 best places to propose in Tucson (2024)

If you're a local then you definitely know about this place. If you're from out of town or a visitor then you wanna see this place. We'll worth it. Be prepared to spend at least 3-4 hours checking this place out. But also be prepared for the heat and the weather. Take water, hat and sunscreen. Some people can walk around the grounds. But you can also take the tram. We took the tram and saved the walking. The tram is roughly 45 minutes. But has a lot of information about the jets, planes and other machinery that is also there. Definitely worth the visit.Side note: the food at the snack bar is decent. Don't expect restaurant style food it's a snack bar. Quick food, soft drinks, water and a cool place to sit and relax out of the heat. Enjoy.

Been going here for over 25 years. This place is history. If your into aircraft you have to visit. Make sure you visit all the hangers. And have your phone battery fully charged, you will be taking lots of photos. And have lunch at their cafeteria, it has evolved over the years from a little tin shack to today's modern layout. The burgers are terrific, with kid food available. Standard Covid rules apply. Stop by today!

Amazing museum ,lovely staff very friendly. Absolutely massive so allow plenty of time if u decide to walk not have tour. We walked much better experience. Live air base near so may get chance to see fighters etc take off like we did.Plenty to see toilets and drink vending machines dotted around.

This is a great Air and Space Museum. It is HUGE. There are 5 huge hangars filled with planes and items related to flight. There is a lot of historical information. There are painted portraits of famous people, as well as historical photographs. There are several hundred planes outdoors as well. We spent only 3 hours there, but you could actually spend days there. There is a gift shop too. We enjoyed our visit.

What a fantastic place to visit. The best thing was they had a veteran from WW2 talking about his experiences and the planes he flew in.What an amazing place full of history and nostalgia. I grew up looking in wonderment at planes like the SR71 and being able to see and even touch a masterpiece like this was fantastic.Planes from so many eras that it was hard to stay focused on what was in front of you as you would then catch something out of the corner of your eye and I was off to check it out.It was very warm when I attended but having the hangers air conditioned was great.

A very large section of Airplanes from the WW 2 time period. Anyone who is interested in the air force of the USA will enjoy their time at this Museum. I went to tour the Pima facility and was very impressed with the layout. Lots of great information posted everywhere about all the different models of Airplanes and Jets. This is a must see Museum for everyone at least once in your lifetime. I was planning a one day trip but ended up getting a 2 day pass. I totally enjoyed the time. Check them out sometime soon.

What a wonderful air and space museum! This museum truly has a plethora of aircraft types and they all look great! The tram ride is truly worth it because the conductor makes frequent stops and shows highlights of the planes in the yard. My favorites were the helicopters and the GUPPY! INSIDE the museum buildings are organized displays of aircraft from different eras. Every building is absolutely immaculate and has great signage. Multiple restrooms abound, too , so you don't have to worry about that. The gift shop has some sweet merchandise, both for kids and adults. This museum is massive and worth going multiple times. They are working on a new military transportation area, so that will be good to see next time.

Growing up a Army brat then serving has given me an even greater admiration for our Armed services. Being a massive fan of science and all things aerospace, taking my children to this museum was fantastic. The rich history from 1st US motorized flight, female astronauts, to some of my favorite models I built as a kid in real life size. I feel that the experience is magnified when you are there with your children or grandchildren and could tell them about your own personal experiences with the A10, or the time I was on a sub.We may have gone on our own and enjoyed it very much, I can't imagine what a guided tour would have been like, but I would recommend a trip to this museum 😀 🛸🛫🚢Plenty of parking, super clean restrooms, indoor and outdoor attractions.

Great exhibits with lots of interesting facts about each one. We had a group event in the evening and it was very well attended and all I spoke with really enjoyed it. We weren’t able to go out back and see the airplanes but it would have been cool to have a spotlight out there to see more than shapes and shadows in the dark. Would recommend!

This is an amazing museum, there is so much variety in the aircraft on display, really great. I have a preference for fairly modern fighter jets and large helicopters and included some photos of my favorites. There is so much to see, it feels a bit overwhelming, but in a good way! I enjoyed the tour of the outside areas via guided group tour, but I still walked around myself a bit to see some closely. I was lucky to hear a personal account from a WWII veteran which was really memorable and neat, he seemed to have his speech very well practiced. The replica plane he was sitting by was also really cool.

Worth every penny! We went to look at all the planes (over 300) outside and inside. The scale of these planes and being able to see it up close was amazing to see!I recommend you stay for 3-4 hours, there are just so many planes to see and explore.

It's where planes go to die.Seriously, it's actually a fascinating place packed with all sorts of aircraft spanning modern history.The collection is eclectic, so it keeps your interest over the several hours you'll need to see everything.The site is huge with hangers and outside display areas, but it's all easily accessible. There's even a short tram tour available.A great way to spend the day if you fancy something different.

Amazing museum! We love aviation and we are military family so this place was top on our list to visit! It is a lot of walking and it is HOT so stay hydrated! They allow you to bring your water bottle and there is a cafe with cold AC. Dogs are welcome (on a leash) but not in the cafe with AC.The graveyard outside is amazing! So well organized and preserved. If you love aviation, this is the place to go! They have rare planes and excellent historical accounts of each one.They are bringing the vehicle museum later this year so we will be back! The gift shop has quite a nice selection of books, shirts and memorabilia to pick from. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable.

FUN & EDUCATIONAL! GREAT WORKOUT!This place is massive! I was told there is a combined 80 acres of indoor and outdoor space dedicated to aircrafts and more. You see everything from helicopters, jets, single prop planes, medical transports, presidential planes, cargo planes, old military jeeps, memorabilia, insignia and tons more.There is a restaurant on site, plenty of opportunities for the restroom, tons of free water fountains scattered about, and even more seating in the form of benches, chairs, and picnic tables. I get the feeling the staff understand the amount of energy and time it takes to ingest all the information and view all the sites this museum has to offer.PRICE: The $18 charge (circa early 2022) came to be well worth it. I was there for over 3 hours and know I could have been there much longer if I was to read all the rhetoric available.FYI: They close early in the summer. My guess, it is way too hot and they probably have too many people experiencing heat stroke.SUGGESTIONS: (1) Arrive early (2) purchase the tram if you can afford it (3) save the entrance Hanger 1 for last because it is the last to close (4) come hydrated (5) Skip your gym routine the day of (6) Wear comfortable shoes (7) wear layered clothing as you will be indoor and outdoor and find yourself getting hot and cold.*Check out the map in my images

Great place to take the kids of all ages if you love anything to do with aviation! There are dozens and dozens of different types of planes and helicopters within the bounds of this museum. There is an inside museum that could take you all day if you wished, there is an air park to walk around in outside and they give guided tours to the bone yard across the street in a comfortable air conditioned bus with a great tour! Definitely worth the trip to keep these types of local museums alive!

I can't speak highly enough about this place. It's on the pricier side, around 20 bucks a person, but it's simply stunning. Countless incredible aircraft with stories and information; I could spend days here. The trolley tour is WORTH THE 8 BUCKS. The tour guides know their stuff and you learn a ton of stuff you would never guess.It really is just a quality establishment.

Great facility with a great collection of planes. They have multiple buildings with planes inside along with a vast amount of planes outside. There are a lot of unique planes to see. Give yourself ample time to tour the whole facility, at least 3-4 hours.

Pros: huge, lots of planes, rare planes, nice gift shop, decent restaurant, excellent museum even if you aren't an aviation geekCons: space section is smaller than I thought it would be.If you like airplanes they have the airplanes. I'm more of a space person, and even I really enjoyed the rest of the museum. They have a small section dedicated to space flight where you can see one of the Gemini capsules and a mock Mars rover. Outside they have one of the Super Guppies that used to carry oversized bits for NASA such as a complete 3rd stage of a Saturn V rocket--hard to believe one of these behemoths is still in use today! They have various types of engines on display, airplanes through the ages, record setting aircraft (like the tiniest ever successfully flown), a wedding dress made out of a parachute (yes, it was actually used), some unusual Japanese planes. Just A LOT of really interesting stuff, not all of which are planes.Plan to spent an entire day here, which probably means taking a break to eat at the Flight Grill (the food actually does taste good, its just expensive--you're paying for convenience).

What an amazing experience! I had the privilege of going through the museum with a retired aviation mechanic from the Chilean Air Force and he has spent his life in aviation and the stories he could tell of the experiences he had had with many of these aircraft types was amazing. I thoroughly enjoyed seeing these historic aircraft and learning more about them.

Amazing collection of historical aircraft.I have driven by the museum multiple times and finally had the opportunity to stop. I have been to many air and space museums worldwide wide, the Pima Air and Space Museum is definitely one of the best collections I have had the privilege to visit. This museum showcases aircraft and memorabilia from all areas and time frames of air and space history. The displays and representative aircraft are well maintained and organized in such a way to enhance the experience of your visit. I will definitely return and recommend this museum. I believe you could spend multiple days in this museum and still not see everything it has to offer. It was a great experience.

A wonderful collection of aircraft and history for guests of all ages. I have been coming here since the 90s and am always impressed. Recent additions have made the museum very kid friendly. If you're in Tucson and love aviation history, this is a must-see!

We went here on a weekend afternoon. It’s easy to get to. There’s plenty of parking available. We both found this museum really interesting. It has a lot of airplanes and space craft on display. It literally covers almost everything from the first flight to the space shuttle and satellites. There’s unique airplanes, like the smallest airplane to the largest. There’s military airplanes covering planes used in World War II to Afghanistan. There’s planes from several European countries as well as the United States. They have 2 of the planes used by United States Presidents…Air Force One (including the one that was used by JFK). There are planes on display in a large indoor building as well as many more outside. They offer a guided tour of the outside planes. This is done via a motorized cart towing the seating trailers. I highly recommend taking the tour… I doubt that you can get the same information that they tell you on the tour. There’s water for sale, which you can have with you in the museum but sodas etc are not allowed. This museum is truly covers the history of flight. Highly recommend.

Great place to visit, kid friendly, spent about 3 hours here, the heat made it a little hard, but that’s just Arizona, I’m from TX, used to the heat. Just wish they had little stools or something for us short people 😅 but so much fun! A little pricey, but it’s worth it, specially because it’s a day pass, so you can leave and come back later, they do offer a 2 day pass as well.

I love planes and history so this is a great place for me. It is a lot of walking though with several different hangers to visit. They do provide a map and the staff is friendly. Restrooms are located in several areas. I would recommend being a water bottle and some sun screen. Oh there are also sections of the aircraft you can see inside of like the bomb bays.

Everything about this museum is 10/10. Beware, if you are planning to visit, then plan to be here longer than expected! There is so much more than meets the eye, and you might just find yourself in Snoopy's happy place...wildly imagining the sounds and sites of the Red Baron flying around freely and mastering the sky. My 3-year-old grandson loved, loved, loved it, and was completely enthralled the entire day! We are so glad we spent the day at this museum. We visited previously during the summer months and loved it but returned in the cooler months to really enjoy the outside components more.

Love this place! Wish there were more modern fighters to look at inside...like F-18s, 14s, 15s, 16s, etc. But they're around outside and there is a beautiful F-14 in the main hangar along with an awesome SR71. The other hangars are amazing as well with mainly WW2 era ships. Overall more than excellent!

The Pima Air and Space Museum is an absolute treasure trove for aviation enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Walking through the expansive exhibits, I was in awe of the sheer magnitude of the collection and the rich tapestry of history it represents. From iconic aircraft to rare gems of aviation technology, every corner of the museum showcases the evolution of flight through the years. The meticulous curation and attention to detail make each exhibit come alive, offering a fascinating glimpse into the past and the innovative spirit of human achievement.One of the most captivating aspects of the museum is witnessing the tangible evidence of how aircraft have shaped the course of history. Seeing the rugged relics of past conflicts alongside groundbreaking innovations in aviation technology is a humbling and awe-inspiring experience. Whether it's the sleek lines of a fighter jet or the majestic presence of a historic bomber, every aircraft tells a story of courage, ingenuity, and perseverance. The Pima Air and Space Museum is a true testament to the indomitable spirit of human exploration, and a must-visit destination for anyone with a passion for flight and history.

Fantastic museum for anyone who enjoys aviation or military aircraft. Every well put together with inside and outside exhibits.Individual buildings highlight the museum with restored examples of most popular military aircraft. Along with great storytelling with smaller exhibitsThe outside exhibits show a great variety of aircraft that you can't see elsewhere. Wear your walking shoes as the outside exhibits are extensive and will take a fair bit of walking to see everything. One huge plus is that you can walk right up to and under each aircraft allowing a closer than normal view of each aircraft.Overall a fantastic museum for $20, my only regret is not going sooner as I only had a few hours to walk around before closing and it was not enough time to fully appreciate everything.

Amazing museum. I spent almost 5 hours touring and I didn't see everything. I would recommend the Tram tour also, very worth the $8. There are planes from the military, private, and international planes. The snack bar has many options. Interesting interactive exhibits. I took lots of pictures.

The place is huge. Over 445 airframes. Multiple airframes of same make i.e. Harrier..Need to make the audio tape stands easier to locate. During extreme heat days take the tram in the morning. Once it's 100F they shut down the tram. No backpacks. However they sell clear packs and totes. Help carry bottled water. Although there are vending machines near hangers.

Amazing Museum. Been to many. B-17 exhibit is a must. Seen some aircraft I have not seen elsewhere. Got there an 1 1/2 hours after opening...got busier around noon. Thoroughly enjoyed the visit. Go and let the geek out on aircraft. Highly recommended.

Not bad of a museaum. Some planes are not in the best of condition. Would recommend the Tram tour, as it will cut down on the amount of walking outside you will have to do. It is also very informative. Nice gift shop. All of the staff were very friendly and knowledgeable.

Absolutely phenomenal museum! This place is massive! So many air vehicles! I could easily have spent at least 2 days here. Placards are very informative and give some history on the aircraft! Good mix of outdoor and indoor exhibits! The amount of aircraft outside was astounding and I easily spent 3 hours alone wandering around the planes on display outdoors. Bathrooms were easy to find and reasonably spaced around the facility. Even if this place was busy it would still be enjoyable due to its size! I was able to see everything I wanted to see in 5-6 hours but if you want to see everything I would definitely recommend doing the 2 day pass. Highly recommend!

Went here on a whim from a friend's suggestion, and I was floored. This place is huge! If you are not a history buff, you might be after a visit here. From the Wright Brothers to the 707, and everything in between. Great place to bring kids and even pets. You can walk the hangars and grounds or take a guided tour with a little history behind some of the aircraft. It was worth a trip, and definitely worth admission.

My wife and I had a great time at the museum, so much to take in. The vets that give of their time to answer questions of guests is fantastic. We ran into one vet that had an amazing sense of humor and we spent a lot of time with him. The fixed wing and rotary collection of aircraft is impressive. They have so much to look at and get right up to and touch. I highly recommend you visit the Pima Air & Space Museum. Best time to go in my opinion is between late October to end of February. Bring a jacket as it does get windy and cool outside when you’re on the tarmac/apron.

A great collection of planes and aircrafts! I arrived just before 3 PM (their time for last admission) and had about 2 hours to look at everything before they closed at 5 PM.While you can certainly go around and see most of the planes within those 2 hours, I highly recommend staying for longer if you really want to appreciate everything.They have a gift shop with a nice collection of tops and jackets for airplane enthusiasts.