Old Tucson: Twelve miles and a hundred years from town

Editor's note: This is part of an occasional series about Tucson's touristy spots from a local's perspective.

Twelve miles and hundred years from town

Old Tucson actors greet Tampa, Fla., residents Erinn Larson, 3, and her mother, Kathy Larson, after a performance. The Old West town and movie location offers stunt shows, gunfights, movie memorabilia, a vintage carousel and kid-pleasin' rides. The theme park is open Fridays-Sundays, but wil…

Twelve miles and hundred years from town

The stagecoach meanders past the Heritage Square, left, a group of 12 movie-quality sets built last year. Auditions for an upcoming Western, "Hot Bath-Stiff Drink, will be held at Old Tucson from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. today.

Twelve miles and hundred years from town

A family with ice cream cones explores the frontier town. A saloon with light munchies, a pizza joint with kid-friendly fare, and cafeteria-style barbecue are among available eateries.

Twelve miles and hundred years from town

Can-can gals kick, dance and twirl to songs like "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend" at the Grand Palace Saloon at Old Tucson.

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