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Tombstone, Arizona

Tombstone is a city in Cochise County, Arizona, United States. It was founded in 1879 by Ed Schieffelin, a prospector in what was then Pima County, Arizona Territory.

Type City

Why go

  • City in Arizona, United States.
  • Served by Bisbee Douglas International Airport (DUG).

History

Tombstone is a city in Cochise County, Arizona, United States. It was founded in 1879 by Ed Schieffelin, a prospector in what was then Pima County, Arizona Territory. It was one of the many boomtowns founded in the southwestern United States in that era. The most productive silver mining district in Arizona, it produced some $40 to $85 million in silver bullion.

Where to stay

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101 E Allen St, Tombstone, AZ 85638
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97 E Fremont St, Tombstone, AZ 85638
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Restaurants & places to go

American, Burger, Sandwich, Pizza, Italian, Restaurant · Live Music, Great Food & Never Ending Fun! Features: air conditioning · 417 East Allen Street,… · bignosekatestombstone.com
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American, Steak House, Barbecue, Tex-Mex, Restaurant · The Best Bbq Smoked Pork Ribs And Steaks In The West! The Longhorn Restaurant is great for family… · thelonghornrestaurant.com
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Cafe · A fast grab and go concept with indoor and outdoor dining. Specialty hot dogs, ice cream, (including soft serve), slushie machine, cold sandwiches,… · facebook.com
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Burger, Breakfast, American, Sandwich, Seafood, Restaurant · Burger/Breakfast restaurant · 220 East Allen Street, Tombstone, 85638 · facebook.com
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Barbecue, Restaurant · Barbecue restaurant · 11 South 4th Street, Tombstone, 85638
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Steak House, Restaurant · Steak House restaurant · 60 South 10th Street, Tombstone, 85638
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Pizza, Cafe · Pizza cafe
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Restaurant · restaurant · 436 East Allen Street, Tombstone, 85638
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Restaurant · restaurant
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Airports

Bisbee Douglas International Airport (DUG) 32 mi to the centre
Douglas Bisbee, AZ, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
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Bisbee Municipal Airport (BSQ) 26 mi to the centre
Bisbee, AZ, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
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Cochise County Airport (CWX) 38 mi to the centre
Willcox, AZ, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
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Douglas Municipal Airport (DGL) 42 mi to the centre
Douglas, AZ, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
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Tombstone Municipal Airport 3.9 mi to the centre
Tombstone, AZ, US
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Rancho San Marcos Airport 6.6 mi to the centre
Tombstone, AZ, US
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Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Bisbee Douglas International Airport (DUG); 43 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Tombstone, Arizona. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Local transit

Public transit · Schedules & GTFS data

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Intercity coach
Intercity coach
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Tours & experiences

Adventure