Tombstone preserves its Wild West silver-boom heritage, best known as the site of the legendary 1881 gunfight at the OK Corral.
Why Visit Tombstone
Billed as The Town Too Tough to Die, Tombstone offers reenactments, saloons, and historic buildings that put visitors directly into the atmosphere of the 1880s American frontier.
Top Experiences
- OK Corral: Watch a reenactment of the famous 1881 gunfight at the site where it actually occurred.
- Allen Street: Walk this wooden-boardwalk main street lined with saloons and Old West storefronts.
- Bird Cage Theatre: Tour this preserved 1880s saloon and theater, said to be one of the most haunted buildings in the West.
- Boothill Graveyard: Visit the historic cemetery where many of Tombstone’s most notorious outlaws are buried.
- Stagecoach tour: Ride through town on a horse-drawn stagecoach, a classic Tombstone experience.
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- Gunfight reenactments run on a set daily schedule; check show times when you arrive in town.
- Tombstone can be combined with a visit to nearby Bisbee for a fuller Southern Arizona history day trip.
- Summers are very hot; spring and fall offer more comfortable temperatures for walking the historic streets.
FAQ
Is Tombstone, Arizona worth visiting?
Yes, for its OK Corral reenactments and well-preserved Wild West atmosphere.
Is the OK Corral gunfight real history?
Yes, it reenacts an actual 1881 gunfight that took place at this location.
How far is Tombstone from Tucson?
About 1.5 hours by car.
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