Not a great place for small children The gunfire was too much for my little ones and they were really frightened. Other than that the adults had a great time. Super fun place to visit! Caution: Tucson passport says it is open until 6 PM but it actually closes at 4 PM. Be sure to call ahead of time.
i cant wait im going (to Nightfall) with friends and omg it looks sooooooooooooooooooooooo creppy i cant wait and my mom is even scard i heard it from a friend told my parents right away
That nice red haired cowboy named Rob made our good vacation great! He and the other cowboys were so friendly and handsome, I wanted them to rob MY bank, if you know what I mean. Big Jake’s BBQ was the best pork I have put in my mouth in years. We’ll be back next year! Sincerely, Grandma Carroll
I used to go to the rodeos and concerts at Old Tucson all the time. It is the perfect setting for this types of events. I never see them advertised anymore. What happened to them and will you have more in the future?
My family visited Old Tucson in early June 2009. The four actors that put on the two gunfight shows that day were absolutely phenomenal! To pull off so many difficult and risky stunts, while simultaneously staying on cue and speaking dialogue whose delvery was dependent on impeccable timing was truly impressive! Congratulations to the 4 actors in the outdoor gunfight shows staged in early June 2009. They are consummate professionals!
My first visit to Old Tucson Studios was in 1963-I never forgot that first visit. I felt like I’d indeed been transported to the old west. I went again in 1986- and miss the atmosphere there. The old buildings may be gone-but the spirit of Old Tucson will live for another 70 years at least..
Hey there Old tucson. Heading your way this weekend. Can’t wait. My kids are excited. they had fun last year when we went. We try to make a visit once a year.
I love Old Tucson Studios too. I live here and really like having something this interesting to do close by. I really appreciate reading the postings from all the people visiting here and letting us know how much they love Old Tucson. Andre and friends…….I love you guys!!! You were so nice posting your thoughts the best you could. Your english was just fine. You did great I thought!!! We always like to hear how you enjoyed yourself here. Some day I would love to come your way.
We visited Old Tucson last November. It was GREAT!!! We all had such a good time and really enjoyed the tour guide’s history of the studio. he was very knowledgeble about all of the movies and TV shows that were filmed there. We found ourselves watching old movies more closely to see specific things he told us about. ( the watch on John Wayne’s wrist in McClintock and so many other such classics). I believe the guides name was Marty. I would love to know more about him. He mentioned that he had appeared in many of the productions – in the back ground. I watched an old “Bachelor Father” yesterday and there was an actor named Bill Williams in that episode, he reminded me of Marty. What more can you tell me about Marty?
Old Tucson Studios: Famous Western Movie Location has left a huge impression in my life’s ambitions. It hold a special place in my heart as a local citizen and film enthusiast. I have had the opportunity to take part in Old Tucson Studios’ Nightfall and have personally met with the founder himself, Bob Shelton.
70 years, this historical monument to our nations film history has gone through the good, the bad, and even the ugly! Once a small plot of land used abandoned after the making of the 1939 Colombia Picture “Arizona”, Shelton went out and staked his claim into what would be “Arizona’s Hollywood in the Desert.: It would then set out to create a name for itself by hosting over 200 films and television shows as well as introducing special events (Nightfall) and shows to guests visiting the studio. The studio would meet with much struggle with the fire of 1995, yet it stands out in my mind as the only place to have accomplished all it has done for Arizona tourism and American film making in such a short period of time (locally or nationally).
I see promise for Old Tucson in the future as many who have responded to this comment board has shown. There is no doubt that there will be newer and greater opportunities in Old Tucson in the future, and I hope to see them come into fruition. It is an place of great importance to the local community, the county, and even the United States. It is as American as one of Phoebe’s Apple pies, and it has graciously had the pleasure of working with legends like John Wayne, Clint Eastwood, and Michael Landon. But what I have mentioned is merely the tip of the iceberg: As long as a cowboy has his hat, his horse, and his peacemaker, there is always gonna be someone riding into town. And we’ll be there….
Old Tucson Studios Rocks! If you are in Tucson, you need to go to Old Tucson Studios. you will not be disappointed. The shows are cool and intense! Everything feels like the wild west there. The actors really knpw how to please the crowd. I love Old Tucson Studios!
I loved it and wish I could go again, but today is my last day in Arizona. The deputy in the comical act was hilarious and he was a terrific actor in the last shoot out. We had a terrific time in the haunted mine due the to guide we had. He made it scarrier and funny. I do not think I will ever forget the time I had in Old Tucson. When I come back when I am about 18 in about 5 years, which I will since it was amazing, I hope at least some of the actors I saw that day are still there. They made it better than I could ever imagine. Keep up the great work everyone at Old Tucson!
Our first visit was in September of 2007, we had heard about it from a friend of ours so all Brian wanted to do on vacation was go to the Old Tucson Movies Studios. We flew there from southern Illinois and spent a day there. We found it to be very exciting and very Historical to all western movie buffs, like us. After visiting and talking with Marty the tour guide, we began watching for “the hill” in the background of the movies. We had so many questions for Marty about different movies that were made there, esp. The High Chapperal, we had to go back there the next year (Sept. 2008). Thank You Marty for taking the time to answer Brians questions. If you read this Brian wants to know where the “mud hill” in McClintock was filmed at?? Thanks again…see ya in the fall. We have to agree Old Tucson is awesome. Omaha IL
Can’t say much, a dream come true ! High Chaparral was one of the places that i had to see in this life. I had fun, enjoyed every minute of it, now hoping to bring my daughter with me one day !
Miss the cactus jelly I got in one of the shops.
I felt like a kid again !!!!!!!
This was our second visit, the first was 11 years ago. It is still a great place to spend all day. Actors are so friendly and work hard at entertaining visitors, making it so much fun for all ages. When you love the old west, there is nothing like it. Spent an hour on horseback riding into the desert with Tim. He was a great guide with Bell Stables in in the park. We will definitely do this again! Thank you all.
Amazing venue, my wife and I brought my son who is nine, and he still can’t stop talking about the Billy the kid reinactment gunfight!. we shared a pulled pork sandwich and a smoked brisket plate around noon (best I’ve ever had) and then we shared a fry bread taco from the cantina a couple hours later which was even better!! the miniture train was fun too.
I visited Old Tucson last year with some friends…and for us , this is a great remember…more ,day of the rodeo for our pleasure ,
We return later again… quickly
Sorry for this very bad English letter !
Merci les amis de Old Tucson
we like Arizona…
André,Françoise,Cathy,Daniele,Sylvain from France
I live in Italy and i’ve travelled 5 times in the U.S.A. with my family. Every time i’ve visited the “old tucson studios” because my sons loves the games and rides inside, my wife loves the amazing sun of arizona and i think that everythink is fantastic in Tucson. I will return as soon is possible in America and , particularly, in the “Hollywood of the desert”.
This was our first time in Arizona. That alone was pritty spectacular. What made our trip more enjoyable was going to Old Tucson Studios. We were met at the entrance by the town kinfolk, who were friendly and hospitable. We hope we will be able to return to Old Tucson to enjoy the spectacular events we were able to see.
Thank You for a great time.
Friends from mass.
I visited last thursday and I had a wonderful time. The actors were really polite in between shows and I was quite suprised when they took time out to see if I was enjoying my time at the studio. Myra and Cynthia were very kind to me and I think they are fantastic in the shows they are in. I can’t wait to come back!
Old Tucson Studios is the most awesome attraction in southern Arizona. I live in Nogales, and recently took a trip to Old Tucson Studios with my brothers and a few buddies. We went to the world famous “Nightfall” event. We had a blast! The shows we witnessed were incredible. All of the actors did a great job in pulling in the crowd. The haunted attractions were a lot of fun. Old Tucson Studios is the best attraction in Arizona! During the regular season at Old Tucson Studios you can enjoy great western shows. They are really captivating. The actors are awesome. All of the actresses are incredibly beautiful. Mayra is a performer at Old Tucson Studios. She is great. I don’t know her last name. I know her name because I approached her after her incredible performance in a show called “Hyde School Musical”. Everything at Old Tucson Studios is a mut see. At “Nightfall” there was a hipnotist called “Hipno Joe”. He was very funny. I hope they bring him back next year. I hope to go back to Old Tucson Studios soon. I love my experiences there. Old Tucson Studios rocks!
I visit Tucson each year on vacation from Florida and make a trip to old Tucson Studios to spend the day every time. Its a great place to spend the day.
November 11th, 2009 at 7:15 pm
today was my the first time there and i had a great time! i would love to go next time for nightfall..
November 2nd, 2009 at 7:32 pm
Not a great place for small children The gunfire was too much for my little ones and they were really frightened. Other than that the adults had a great time. Super fun place to visit! Caution: Tucson passport says it is open until 6 PM but it actually closes at 4 PM. Be sure to call ahead of time.
October 25th, 2009 at 2:21 pm
Just visited there again from Florida, been going there for 10 years, never disappoints us….Randy
October 16th, 2009 at 8:09 pm
i cant wait im going (to Nightfall) with friends and omg it looks sooooooooooooooooooooooo creppy i cant wait and my mom is even scard i heard it from a friend told my parents right away
i cant wait aaahhhahhhhhhhahahahahaahah
August 6th, 2009 at 1:30 am
That nice red haired cowboy named Rob made our good vacation great! He and the other cowboys were so friendly and handsome, I wanted them to rob MY bank, if you know what I mean. Big Jake’s BBQ was the best pork I have put in my mouth in years. We’ll be back next year! Sincerely, Grandma Carroll
July 27th, 2009 at 2:42 pm
I used to go to the rodeos and concerts at Old Tucson all the time. It is the perfect setting for this types of events. I never see them advertised anymore. What happened to them and will you have more in the future?
July 19th, 2009 at 2:55 am
My friends and I always have fun at Old Tucson, especially during Halloween! And the actors are fantastic and fun people!
July 18th, 2009 at 1:18 pm
My family visited Old Tucson in early June 2009. The four actors that put on the two gunfight shows that day were absolutely phenomenal! To pull off so many difficult and risky stunts, while simultaneously staying on cue and speaking dialogue whose delvery was dependent on impeccable timing was truly impressive! Congratulations to the 4 actors in the outdoor gunfight shows staged in early June 2009. They are consummate professionals!
July 15th, 2009 at 2:15 pm
My first visit to Old Tucson Studios was in 1963-I never forgot that first visit. I felt like I’d indeed been transported to the old west. I went again in 1986- and miss the atmosphere there. The old buildings may be gone-but the spirit of Old Tucson will live for another 70 years at least..
June 30th, 2009 at 9:34 am
Hey there Old tucson. Heading your way this weekend.
Can’t wait. My kids are excited. they had fun last year when we went. We try to make a visit once a year.
June 23rd, 2009 at 10:00 am
I love Old Tucson Studios too. I live here and really like having something this interesting to do close by. I really appreciate reading the postings from all the people visiting here and letting us know how much they love Old Tucson. Andre and friends…….I love you guys!!! You were so nice posting your thoughts the best you could. Your english was just fine. You did great I thought!!! We always like to hear how you enjoyed yourself here. Some day I would love to come your way.
June 3rd, 2009 at 7:33 am
We visited Old Tucson last November. It was GREAT!!! We all had such a good time and really enjoyed the tour guide’s history of the studio. he was very knowledgeble about all of the movies and TV shows that were filmed there. We found ourselves watching old movies more closely to see specific things he told us about. ( the watch on John Wayne’s wrist in McClintock and so many other such classics). I believe the guides name was Marty. I would love to know more about him. He mentioned that he had appeared in many of the productions – in the back ground. I watched an old “Bachelor Father” yesterday and there was an actor named Bill Williams in that episode, he reminded me of Marty. What more can you tell me about Marty?
May 12th, 2009 at 9:13 pm
Old Tucson Studios: Famous Western Movie Location has left a huge impression in my life’s ambitions. It hold a special place in my heart as a local citizen and film enthusiast. I have had the opportunity to take part in Old Tucson Studios’ Nightfall and have personally met with the founder himself, Bob Shelton.
70 years, this historical monument to our nations film history has gone through the good, the bad, and even the ugly! Once a small plot of land used abandoned after the making of the 1939 Colombia Picture “Arizona”, Shelton went out and staked his claim into what would be “Arizona’s Hollywood in the Desert.: It would then set out to create a name for itself by hosting over 200 films and television shows as well as introducing special events (Nightfall) and shows to guests visiting the studio. The studio would meet with much struggle with the fire of 1995, yet it stands out in my mind as the only place to have accomplished all it has done for Arizona tourism and American film making in such a short period of time (locally or nationally).
I see promise for Old Tucson in the future as many who have responded to this comment board has shown. There is no doubt that there will be newer and greater opportunities in Old Tucson in the future, and I hope to see them come into fruition. It is an place of great importance to the local community, the county, and even the United States. It is as American as one of Phoebe’s Apple pies, and it has graciously had the pleasure of working with legends like John Wayne, Clint Eastwood, and Michael Landon. But what I have mentioned is merely the tip of the iceberg: As long as a cowboy has his hat, his horse, and his peacemaker, there is always gonna be someone riding into town. And we’ll be there….
May 5th, 2009 at 6:43 pm
Old Tucson Studios Rocks! If you are in Tucson, you need to go to Old Tucson Studios. you will not be disappointed. The shows are cool and intense! Everything feels like the wild west there. The actors really knpw how to please the crowd. I love Old Tucson Studios!
April 13th, 2009 at 8:24 am
I loved it and wish I could go again, but today is my last day in Arizona. The deputy in the comical act was hilarious and he was a terrific actor in the last shoot out. We had a terrific time in the haunted mine due the to guide we had. He made it scarrier and funny. I do not think I will ever forget the time I had in Old Tucson. When I come back when I am about 18 in about 5 years, which I will since it was amazing, I hope at least some of the actors I saw that day are still there. They made it better than I could ever imagine. Keep up the great work everyone at Old Tucson!
April 4th, 2009 at 4:11 pm
Our first visit was in September of 2007, we had heard about it from a friend of ours so all Brian wanted to do on vacation was go to the Old Tucson Movies Studios. We flew there from southern Illinois and spent a day there. We found it to be very exciting and very Historical to all western movie buffs, like us. After visiting and talking with Marty the tour guide, we began watching for “the hill” in the background of the movies. We had so many questions for Marty about different movies that were made there, esp. The High Chapperal, we had to go back there the next year (Sept. 2008). Thank You Marty for taking the time to answer Brians questions. If you read this Brian wants to know where the “mud hill” in McClintock was filmed at?? Thanks again…see ya in the fall. We have to agree Old Tucson is awesome. Omaha IL
March 31st, 2009 at 7:03 am
Can’t say much, a dream come true ! High Chaparral was one of the places that i had to see in this life. I had fun, enjoyed every minute of it, now hoping to bring my daughter with me one day !
Miss the cactus jelly I got in one of the shops.
I felt like a kid again !!!!!!!
March 27th, 2009 at 2:17 pm
HI OLD TUCSON I LOVE COMING 2 THE SPECIL THING U DO TNXS
March 27th, 2009 at 2:15 pm
old tucson rocks it was the frist time i had fun with out going to dinceny land
March 22nd, 2009 at 12:07 pm
This was our second visit, the first was 11 years ago. It is still a great place to spend all day. Actors are so friendly and work hard at entertaining visitors, making it so much fun for all ages. When you love the old west, there is nothing like it. Spent an hour on horseback riding into the desert with Tim. He was a great guide with Bell Stables in in the park. We will definitely do this again! Thank you all.
March 21st, 2009 at 2:17 pm
Amazing venue, my wife and I brought my son who is nine, and he still can’t stop talking about the Billy the kid reinactment gunfight!. we shared a pulled pork sandwich and a smoked brisket plate around noon (best I’ve ever had) and then we shared a fry bread taco from the cantina a couple hours later which was even better!! the miniture train was fun too.
March 13th, 2009 at 10:01 am
I visited Old Tucson last year with some friends…and for us , this is a great remember…more ,day of the rodeo for our pleasure ,
We return later again… quickly
Sorry for this very bad English letter !
Merci les amis de Old Tucson
we like Arizona…
André,Françoise,Cathy,Daniele,Sylvain from France
March 6th, 2009 at 10:32 am
I was there for my first time ever last year April 2008 and i loved it and i am planning on coming again with my little girls next month..
February 11th, 2009 at 1:26 pm
I use to love to go here when I was youger I still do I wold also go every year to nightfallz
January 26th, 2009 at 2:31 pm
I live in Italy and i’ve travelled 5 times in the U.S.A. with my family. Every time i’ve visited the “old tucson studios” because my sons loves the games and rides inside, my wife loves the amazing sun of arizona and i think that everythink is fantastic in Tucson. I will return as soon is possible in America and , particularly, in the “Hollywood of the desert”.
January 23rd, 2009 at 12:50 pm
Don & Ana Says:
Jan 15,2009
This was our first time in Arizona. That alone was pritty spectacular. What made our trip more enjoyable was going to Old Tucson Studios. We were met at the entrance by the town kinfolk, who were friendly and hospitable. We hope we will be able to return to Old Tucson to enjoy the spectacular events we were able to see.
Thank You for a great time.
Friends from mass.
January 22nd, 2009 at 4:46 pm
We are 6 and 3 years old and we loved every minutes of it. Thank you so much to all the staff for a great WILD WEST experience.
p.s. can we send some photos to the actors n actress?
January 13th, 2009 at 1:25 pm
Espero estar en ese lugar en la proxima reunion de El Gran Chaparral. En fotos se ve precioso.
January 7th, 2009 at 9:42 pm
We had a great time. That place is very interesting. The actors made it a lot of fun, too.
December 22nd, 2008 at 10:57 am
I visited last thursday and I had a wonderful time. The actors were really polite in between shows and I was quite suprised when they took time out to see if I was enjoying my time at the studio. Myra and Cynthia were very kind to me and I think they are fantastic in the shows they are in. I can’t wait to come back!
December 11th, 2008 at 8:32 pm
Old Tucson Studios is the most awesome attraction in southern Arizona. I live in Nogales, and recently took a trip to Old Tucson Studios with my brothers and a few buddies. We went to the world famous “Nightfall” event. We had a blast! The shows we witnessed were incredible. All of the actors did a great job in pulling in the crowd. The haunted attractions were a lot of fun. Old Tucson Studios is the best attraction in Arizona! During the regular season at Old Tucson Studios you can enjoy great western shows. They are really captivating. The actors are awesome. All of the actresses are incredibly beautiful. Mayra is a performer at Old Tucson Studios. She is great. I don’t know her last name. I know her name because I approached her after her incredible performance in a show called “Hyde School Musical”. Everything at Old Tucson Studios is a mut see. At “Nightfall” there was a hipnotist called “Hipno Joe”. He was very funny. I hope they bring him back next year. I hope to go back to Old Tucson Studios soon. I love my experiences there. Old Tucson Studios rocks!
December 10th, 2008 at 1:34 pm
I visit Tucson each year on vacation from Florida and make a trip to old Tucson Studios to spend the day every time. Its a great place to spend the day.
December 3rd, 2008 at 10:36 pm
We had a great time and really enjoyed our visit! We plan to come again.
November 7th, 2008 at 11:51 am
I love old tucson!