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Tumacácori Visitor Center and Museum

Tumacacori, Arizona · Santa Cruz County · Facility

The historic 1937 visitor center building is the main entry point for those visiting the Tumacácori mission grounds. It is also an interpretive exhibit in and of itself. Its design uses architectural details from other Sonoran missions contemporary to Tumacácori.

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About Tumacácori Visitor Center and Museum

The historic 1937 visitor center building is the main entry point for those visiting the Tumacácori mission grounds. It is also an interpretive exhibit in and of itself. Its design uses architectural details from other Sonoran missions contemporary to Tumacácori.

How to Get There

Tumacácori National Historical Park is located off of Exit 29 of Interstate 19, forty-five miles (80 kilometers) south of Tucson, Arizona, and eighteen miles (26 kilometers) north of Nogales, Arizona.

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Tumacácori Visitor Center and Museum

Heading to Tumacácori Visitor Center and Museum? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Tumacácori Visitor Center and Museum?

No central reservation system listed for Tumacácori Visitor Center and Museum. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/259261) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Tumacácori Visitor Center and Museum?

Tumacácori National Historical Park is located off of Exit 29 of Interstate 19, forty-five miles (80 kilometers) south of Tucson, Arizona, and eighteen miles (26 kilometers) north of Nogales, Arizona.

How do I contact Tumacácori Visitor Center and Museum?

You can reach the park at phone: (520) 377-5060 or email: NPS_TUMA_Information@nps.gov.