Taste of Tucson Downtown invites you to explore America’s first UNESCO City of Gastronomy through leisurely walking tours led by friendly local food lovers. Founder Elysa Crum and her hand-picked guides weave centuries of Sonoran ...
Guides like Ann, Jennifer, and Elysa clearly know their stuff when it comes to Tucson's history, architecture, and culture. Reviewers consistently rave about how knowledgeable and personable the guides are, sharing fascinating details about the city while keeping things entertaining and fun. The generous food portions leave people satisfied, and many appreciate the mix of walking and sitting that keeps the pacing comfortable. Several locals mentioned taking multiple tours and learning something new each time, which speaks volumes. The food selections get mostly enthusiastic responses, though a couple of reviewers felt the restaurant choices missed the mark on showcasing Tucson's UNESCO culinary heritage, leaning toward Italian and French options rather than regional specialties. That said, the vast majority found the food delicious and loved discovering new restaurants they wanted to revisit. The tours work well both as a great introduction for visitors and an enriching experience for longtime residents wanting to see their city through fresh eyes.
This was our fourth time taking the Historical Downtown Tucson tour. Whenever guests come to visit we take them on this tour. Not only do you visit some fabulous restaurants, you learn about the history, architecture and murals of Tucson. Ann was our tour guide and she is very knowledgeable and fun. Taking this tour again in a few weeks with our next set of guests. Thank you Elyse and team for wonderful tours of Tucson.
Maria Tuthill
March 10, 2026
This was our fourth time taking the Historical Downtown Tucson tour. Whenever guests come to visit we take them on this tour. Not only do you visit some fabulous restaurants, you learn about the history, architecture and murals of Tucson. Ann was our tour guide and she is very knowledgeable and fun. Taking this tour again in a few weeks with our next set of guests. Thank you Elyse and team for wonderful tours of Tucson.
Maria Tuthill
March 10, 2026