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Arizona Highways, March 2025 edition & The Blenman Inn

Photo by By Steven Meckler. We are incredibly humbled and honored to have page 16 dedicated to the history and accommodations offered at the Inn under lodging The article highlights us in this incredibly beautiful magazine that is celebrating it's 10… Read more
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UNESCO City of Gastronomy

Image courtesy of Tucson: City of Gastronomy UNESCO's City of Gastronomy project is part of the wider Creative Cities Network . The Network was launched in 2004, and organizes member cities into seven creative fields: Crafts and Folk Art, Design , Fi… Read more
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Absolutely Arizona!!!

We are so grateful KGUN9 news featured us on their special about Arizona History called "Absolutely Arizona". Please check out and like the YouTube video: https://youtu.be/tcoYu3kpHLg It is an honor to be able to be a small part of the Inn's long his… Read more
Visitors gather at the entrance of the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum surrounded by lush greenery.

The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

This Image's owner is Isaiah Ortiz, photographer and is subject to copyright. A quick drive from the Blenman Inn, the Desert Museum has been ranked on TripAdvisor.com as one of the Top 10 Museums in the country and the #1 Tucson attraction . Unlike m… Read more
A panoramic view of a desert landscape featuring cacti, rocky terrain, and distant mountains under a cloudy sky.

Hike Tumamoc Hill: A local favorite

Photo courtesy of Tucsontopia . Looking for a truly local experience? Combine cardio and culture with a hike up Tumamoc Hill.Tumamoc Hill is a popular local hiking spot, natural preserve, and home of the University of Arizona Desert Laboratory. About… Read more
A panoramic view of observatories on a mountain under a clear blue sky.

Peek into the Cosmos at Kitt Peak

Photo courtesy of Astronomy.com . Kitt Peak National Observatory (KPNO), part of the National Optical Astronomy Observatory (NOAO) , supports the most diverse collection of astronomical observatories on Earth for nighttime optical and infrared astron… Read more
A wooden gate with a sign reading "Presidio San Agustín del Tucson" next to adobe ruins and a barrel in a sandy area.

A Visit to The Presidio

Image Courtesy of: Archaeology Southwest Enjoy a short walk from our front porch to many of Tucson’s Historic Neighborhoods including The Presidio which contains many of the oldest structures in the city, some dating to the early 1800’s. Presidio San… Read more
A vibrant nighttime street scene featuring the illuminated Rialto Theater marquee and light trails from passing cars.

Tucson Night Life

Photo courtesy of VisitTucson Whether you are looking for performing arts or night clubs, downtown Tucson has a lot to offer from local breweries and coffee shops, to the Rialto venue where you can catch a local or visiting artist. Here are a few res… Read more
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Walk the Downtown Area

Photo courtesy of the Downtown Tucson Partnership . Walk the city! The Blenman Inn is an ideal place to stay for your visit to downtown Tucson. Enjoy a short walk from our front porch to many of Tucson’s National Historic Districts including The Pres… Read more
A view of a building with a dome and an archway, featuring a blue line on the pavement and people walking.

Take in the sites along the Turquoise Trail

Image courtesy of tucson.com The Turquoise Trail is a 2 ½ mile loop through downtown Tucson that highlights structures and sites of historic interest and is marked by a turquoise stripe on the sidewalk. The trail covers 23 sites, including the Blenma… Read more