Customize your private aviation experience at Tucson’s Pima Air & Space Museum by choosing four fascinating topics for your guided tour. Explore iconic aircraft both on foot and by tram while enjoying an exclusive, personalized adventure.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; light to moderate walking is involved, with tram rides to reduce extensive walking.
Wildlife
History
Pima Air & Space Museum houses over 300 aircraft and reflects Tucson’s rich aviation heritage tied to military and space exploration advancements.
Conservation
The museum emphasizes environmental responsibility through sustainable energy use and preservation efforts for aircraft and local desert habitats.
Pima Air & Space Museum
Customize your private aviation experience at Tucson’s Pima Air & Space Museum by choosing four fascinating topics for your guided tour. Explore iconic aircraft both on foot and by tram while enjoying an exclusive, personalized adventure.
Pima Air & Space Museum preserves and displays an expansive collection of historic aircraft across 80 acres with more than 200 airplanes. The museum provides a range of public and group experiences designed for education, engagement, and memorable outings. Guided tram tours offer a comfortable narrated 45-minute introduction to the outdoor display, while walking tours and thematic guided tours (WWII, Cold War, Aviation Highlights) let groups explore iconic aircraft such as the SR-71 and B-29.
Groups can choose private or custom experiences: private guided tours that mix tram and walking segments, custom private tours where visitors select four topics, and adult group visits for 20 or more that include self-guided options and pre-ordered boxed lunches from the Flight Grill. School and youth group bookings include discounted admission for qualifying groups, pre-arranged classes, and hands-on engineering challenges like Cargo Plane, Parachute Drop, and Mars Lander. Engineering challenges and aviation classes are structured for small teams (2–4 or 3–4) and include all materials for 45-minute sessions that promote teamwork and STEM learning.
Special event offerings include DUKW rides that recreate the experience of WWII-era amphibious vehicles for land-and-water adventures. The museum emphasizes knowledgeable guides, structured educational programming, flexible group logistics, and accessible options for larger parties seeking a convenient, engaging aviation experience. Knowledgeable guides and staff follow established safety protocols, clear group booking processes, and flexible scheduling to accommodate school calendars and special event needs, ensuring reliable, well-organized visits for groups and individuals. Reservations and group pricing options simplify planning for educators.
Property Size
80 acres
Expansive outdoor aircraft display
Aircraft on Display
200+
Historic planes spanning eras
Tram Tour
45 min
Narrated open-air tram ride
Group Friendly
20+
Packages for groups of twenty or more
Reserve private tours, engineering challenges, and boxed lunches for groups to secure the preferred date and itinerary.
Wear comfortable shoes
The tour involves walking through large exhibit areas and outdoor spaces, so sturdy, comfortable footwear is recommended.
Stay hydrated
Arizona’s dry climate can be dehydrating, especially when exploring outside during summer months.
Bring sunscreen and a hat
Much of the tram tour is outdoors, so sun protection is important when visiting in spring, summer, or fall.
Plan for weather fluctuations
Tucson can have cool mornings and hot afternoons; layering clothes will help you stay comfortable throughout the visit.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive shoes are important due to walking through large exhibitions and outdoor spaces.
Sun protection (hat & sunscreen)
Protect yourself from strong desert sun during outdoor tram portions.
spring
Light jacket or layers
Morning and evening temperatures can be cool, so layers keep you comfortable.
fall
Water bottle
Staying hydrated is crucial in the dry, hot Arizona climate.
summer