Hotel Information

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The Aloft Tucson University
‪1900 East Speedway Boulevard, Tucson, Arizona 85719 USA

15 minutes away by foot (0.8 mi)

Rooms for OLC Collaborate attendees are available for the nights of 9/28, 9/29, and 9/30.

Reservations can still be made by calling 520-908-6800.

After September 15, rooms may be available at the hotel’s prevailing rate. Subject to availability.

 

 

Getting There

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The University of Arizona – UA Student Union, 1303 E. University Boulevard, Tucson, AZ 85721

All sessions will take place in the UA Student Union.

Parking

  • Visitor parking will be available in the Second Street Garage (closest parking facility to the Student Union) or the Highland Avenue Garage.
  • Parking rates  

Tucson International Airport

Visitors can fly into Tucson International International Airport (TUS) located in Tucson, AZ (approximately 8 miles south of The University of Arizona).

Ground Transportation

  • Most visitors to the UA rent a car or use Uber, Lyft, or taxi.
  • Arizona Stagecoach shuttle works, too, but they charge per person, so they skew more expensive if you have more than one person in your party.
What to do in and around town

There is a lot to do in and around Tucson.
Here are a few ideas and links to get you started. Make a few days of it!

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  • The Sun Link Tucson Streetcar “connects five major activity centers – the University of Arizona, Fourth Avenue, Main Gate Square, Downtown Tucson, and the Mercado District –in central Tucson. The four-mile route has 18 stops adorned with public art…”
  • The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum “is ranked on TripAdvisor.com as one of the Top 10 Museums in the country and the #1 Tucson attraction. Unlike most museums, about 85% of the experience is outdoors!”  

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  • Sabino Canyon is great for hiking and checking out the Sonoran desert landscape.
  • “A” Mountain, officially called Sentinel Peak is a good small-ish hiking hill not far from campus. You can also drive to the top for some decent views.

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Fourth Avenue is close to campus and has great funky shops, restaurants, and bars.

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Miss Saigon – Modest Vietnamese cafe serving classic noodle dishes, soups & standards in a compact space.

The Greek House – Delicious Greek food, using only the freshest of ingredients at an affordable price.

1702 Craft Beer & Pizza –  An ever-changing selection of 46 imported beers and domestic micro-brews on draught and many more by the bottle; wings and a variety of fresh salads and delicious pizzas.

Wilko – Rustic-chic gastropub serving up eclectic cuisine as well as a large wine & beer list.

Gentle Ben’s – Near-campus brewpub with plenty of custom beers, brew-friendly eats & outdoor seating.

Paradise Bakery and Cafe – Baked goods & light bites such as soups & sandwiches are offered at this casual chain.

And many more options!