Just outside of Tucson, Arizona, tucked away in Saguaro National Park, sits Old Tucson Studios. All of those movies (plus hundreds of others) and television shows were filmed right here. Here, you can walk down the same Western streets the Duke did. You get the chance to belly up to the bar just like Doc Holliday did before the big shoot out with the Clanton gang. You even get the chance to take a stagecoach ride down the dusty streets of a vibrant Old West town!
Old Tucson Studios is a complete Western town. With over 70 buildings, you are sure to recognize a few facades from your favorite Western flicks. There’s a town hall, complete with a courtroom and banker’s office. The saloon features a Western dancing revue with Miss Kitty & the girls. You don’t need to cross the border to get a taste of Old Mexico. There’s an authentic Mission and Hacienda here. Plus, there’s The Reno, a locomotive that has been featured in more than 100 films and television shows / spots.
Your admission allows you to freely explore the sets, famous store fronts, sheriff offices, and jails. Plus, you get:
•Guided Tours – This is a must at Old Tucson Studios. Tours last up to 1 hour and are given by “historians” who know their Western movies. Some were even extras on some of the famous films made here! Learn the exact street location where some of your favorite films were made. Learn about the behind the scenes movie goers never hear about. Learn how they created the Rio Grande River in the middle of a barren, dry desert!
•Live Action Shows – Gunfights, musical revues, and stunt shows are sure to make you feel part of the Wild, Wild West. Make sure to see the Miss Kitty Musical Revue in the Saloon. You can sit back and be entertained while enjoying a cold beverage in ice cold air-conditioning! Want to know the secrets of making a Western? Catch the stunt show. And, don’t miss the best gunfight this side of the Mexican border. Which side will you be on?
•The C.P. Huntington Train - This isn’t your typical, relaxing train ride. Yes, you get to see the beautiful scenery of the Sonora Desert. However, desperados are on the loose. Will they try to rob your train? Of course, but it’s all in good fun.
•Trail Rides - Looking to ride the dusty trails just like Clint and John did on their way into town? Consider taking the Old Tucson Studios Trail Ride. Now, there will be an extra charge for this one of a kind experience. It’s worth it. Guides take you into the desert, show you where some of your favorite film scenes were shot, all against one of the most amazing panoramic backdrops in the country.
Old Tucson Studios is not open every day of the week. So, make sure to visit www.oldtucsonstudios.com before your visit. Admission discounts are available for Arizona residents, senior citizens, military members, and SASS members.
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