Arizona · 4 to 7 days · about 30 miles

Tucson Gem Show: Two Weeks in the Desert

Hotels near the show tents, then Saguaro country.

The Tucson Gem, Mineral and Fossil Showcase spreads across dozens of sites each winter. Dealers drive in with their stock, so plan for parking and stay near the I-10 show tents.

Official event site: Tucson Gem & Mineral Show

Where to stay, night by night

1. Stop 1 · 3 nights

   Tucson, AZ

   Downtown and I-10 hotels near the show sites.

   Our pick: Hotel Congress

   Also worth a look: Arizona Inn

   Boutique inns in TucsonPrivate homes on Vrbo

2. Stop 2 · 1 night

   Oro Valley, AZ

   Desert resorts after a long show day.

   Our pick: El Conquistador Tucson

   Boutique inns in Oro ValleyPrivate homes on Vrbo

When to go

Late January through mid-February.

Check exact dates and tickets on the Tucson Gem & Mineral Show page before you book.

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