Tucson downtown district
Saguaro National Park, United States
Home to El Charro Café, the nation's oldest continuously operated Mexican restaurant, and Coronet.
Places in Tucson downtown district
- El Charro Café The nation's oldest Mexican restaurant continuously operated by the same family, established in 1922, renowned for Sonoran-style cuisine with family recipes passed down through generations.
- Coronet Located in a historic downtown Tucson building, known for its eclectic menu combining flavors from various cuisines.
- El Charro Café bar Part of the nation's oldest continuously operated Mexican restaurant, since 1922.
Practical notes for Saguaro National Park
- Best time to visit
- October to April offers mild desert temperatures ideal for hiking among the giant saguaro cacti.
- Getting around
- Saguaro National Park's two districts, east and west, flank Tucson, with the city serving as the base for all dining and lodging.
- Currency
- US Dollar ($)
- Language
- English and Spanish are both widely spoken.
- Timezone
- MST (UTC-7, no daylight saving)
- Current trends
- Tucson's dining scene around Saguaro National Park continues to blend historic Sonoran tradition with contemporary flair, with Coronet, a European-inspired restaurant in a historic downtown Tucson building, joining El Charro Café's century-old family recipes on the list of the area's most distinctive dining experiences.
Other neighborhoods in Saguaro National Park
- Catalina foothills — Home to Hacienda del Sol Guest Ranch, nestled in 39 acres with an organic vegetable garden.
- Tortolita Mountains district — Home to Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain, with a spa, five dining options, and a golf course.
Read the full Saguaro National Park guide