2025 Annual Conference Globalizing the Community College Curricula
“Arts and Education without Borders”
January 17-18, 2025 - Travel Information
Hotel Options:
This information was accurate at the time it was compiled. Prices may have changed since then.
The Graduate: $251
Located in: Main Gate Square
Address: 930 E 2nd St, Tucson, AZ 85719
Phone: (520) 467-5900
https://www.graduatehotels.com/tucson/
Tucson Marriot University Park: $189
Located in: Main Gate Square
Address: 880 E 2nd St, Tucson, AZ 85719
Phone: (520) 792-4100
https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/tusmp-tucson-marriott-university-park/overview/
Aloft Tucson University: $151
Located on the corner of Speedway Blvd and Campbell Ave
Address: 1900 E Speedway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85719
Phone: (520) 908-6800
https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/tusal-aloft-tucson-university/overview/
Hotel Congress: $179
Located downtown
Address: 311 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701
Phone: (520) 622-8848
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tucson City Center: $161
Located directly off I10, downtown adjacent
Address: 705 N Freeway, Tucson, AZ 85745
Phone: (520) 848-3533
https://www.radissonhotelsamericas.com/en-us/hotels/country-inn-tucson-city-center-az
Homewood Suites by Hilton: $171
Address: 4250 N Campbell Ave, Tucson AZ 85718
Phone: (520) 577-0007
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/tussphw-homewood-suites-tucson-st-philips-plaza-university/
Places to Eat:
Coffee/ Tea & Breakfast:
Caffe Luce – House-roasted coffee & espresso drinks, along with pastries, served in modern, compact quarters.
943 E University Blvd #191, Tucson, AZ 85719
Espresso Art Café – Trendy option for sophisticated coffee blends, local art & music, hookahs & light bites.
942 E University Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85719
Scented Leaf Tea House – Artsy, laid-back cafe dispensing teas on tap plus fragrant brews from globally sourced leaves.
943 E University Blvd #165, Tucson, AZ 85719
Panera Bread – Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more
845 N Park Ave Suite 125, Tucson, AZ 85719
Starbucks – Seattle-based coffeehouse chain
802-804 E University Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85719
Woops! Bakeshop & Gifts – Macaron and gift chain, that also serves European treats such as specialty coffee, pastries, and sandwiches.
845 E University Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85719
Raging Sage Coffee Roasters – Popular counter-serve cafe supplying coffee & pastries, local live music & a dog-friendly patio.
2458 N Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719
Café Maggie – Gourmet coffees, ice creams & homemade cakes in a colorful & ecological family-operated business.
745 N 4th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85705
Lunch/ Dinner:
All locations listed are off University Blvd in Main Gate Square:
No Anchovies – Pizza joint crafting specialty pies in a compact dining room with bench seating & a full bar.
Frog & Firkin – Import- & craft beer-focused British pub offering bar food, pool, darts & occasional live music.
Saigon Phở – U of Arizona-area nook for Vietnamese staples such as noodle soups & boba tea, plus veggie options. This is behind Caffe Luce, and is not visible from the street.
Bacio Italiano – Locally owned and operated, Bacio Italiano serves delicious, authentic Italian cuisine to the city of Tucson.
Snakes & Lattes – Board game bar & restaurant, food and drinks alongside a library of thousands of playable board games from classics to brand new.
Jimmy’s Pita & Poke – Family-owned & operated pitas, salads, and poke bowls.
Kababeque Indian Grill – Casual Indian outfit cooking up kebabs, curries & other specialties.
Gentle Ben’s Brewing – Brewpub with plenty of custom beers, brew-friendly eats & outdoor seating.
Chipotle – Fast-food chain offering Mexican fare, including design-your-own burritos, tacos & bowls.
Turkish Kebab House - Authentic Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine.
Bourbon Bent – Country-theme tavern serving comfort fare, signature cocktails, and local beers.
Illegal Pete's – Offbeat destination supplying burritos & other quick Mexican grub, plus a full bar.
Close to the University, but not in Main Gate Square:
Blue Willow – A mix of health-focused comfort food stars in this old adobe home with a popular patio & gift shop.
2616 N Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719
Tumerico – Sunlit restaurant featuring an array of vegan & vegetarian Mexican plates in a laid-back atmosphere. (Two locations)
2526 E 6th St, Tucson, AZ 85716
402 E 4th St, Tucson, AZ 85705
Boca – Outpost for modern Mexican fare, imaginative salsas & many craft beers, with a dog-friendly patio.
533 N 4th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85705
Borderlands – Local beer brewed on-site, art exhibits & live music offered in a rustic, industrial space. (Two locations).
2500 E 6th St, Tucson, AZ 85716
119 E Toole Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701
Mi Nidito – A tradition in Tucson's Mexican restaurants, Mi Nidito features authentic Sonoran cooking. You may have a short wait during peak dining hours, but it's well worth the wait.
1813 S 4th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85713
El Charro – Long-standing Mexican Cafe with a colorful vibe offering a menu of Sonoran-style fare.
311 N Court Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701
Zemam’s – Family-owned, BYOB Ethiopian restaurant in a cozy converted house. (two locations close to the university)
2731 E Broadway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85716
Zing Zing's – Casual restaurant specializing in Chinese hot pots and other dishes.
1122 E 6th St, Tucson, AZ 85719
Wok Fire & Grill – Chinese and Vietnamese recipes, including build-your-own bowls.
1135 N Park Ave, Tucson AZ 86719
Parking & Transportation Info:
General Campus Transit Information:
Cat Tran is free to use on campus, including Red and Blue routes. Orange route requires a boarding pass for all stops north of Helen. Please Note: Parking in Park & Ride lots require a permit or paid parking with Passport Parking app.
All buses are wheelchair-accessible.
Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from approximately 6:40am - 7:30pm. (Red route hours of operation: 3:55am - 7:30pm) (excluding University holidays and closures). Starting and end times for route service may vary by stop.
Buses will not depart earlier than their scheduled departure time at Timed Stops. All other stop arrivals are estimates based on real-time traffic. Plan to arrive at least 5 minutes early to catch the bus
Cat Tran transit may be full during peak hours 7:00am. - 9:00am and 3:00pm - 5:30pm. Please allow yourself at least 30 minutes of travel time.
Due to construction and campus activities, bus routes may change; re-routing and delays may occur.
Stay informed about detours, affected service routes, and real-time updates on the Transloc app or Cat Tran tracker.
Public Transit:
Tucson also has a streetcar that runs from downtown through main gate square. A map of the streetcar route has been included.
https://www.suntran.com/routes-services/sunlink/
Sun Tran, Sun Link, Sun Van, Sun On Demand, Sun Express and Sun Shuttle rides continue to remain fare free at the direction of the Mayor and Council.
Parking Garages:
Campus Parking Map and UA Campus Map can be found at the link below.