Pima Air and Space Museum at a glance
The museum is at 6000 E Valencia Road on the south-east side of Tucson. From Interstate 10, take exit 267 and drive about 2 miles (3 km) east. The operator gives about 2 hours as the drive from Phoenix airport to the museum.
Aircraft stand on the grounds and in indoor halls, so a visit means a lot of walking. In summer the hours are shorter, so go early.
Tickets for the museum
Prices as listed by the operator for 2026. The Titan Missile Museum has its own tickets, see below.
| Ticket | One day | Two days |
|---|---|---|
| Adult, age 13 and over | $22.50 | $29.00 |
| Military and veterans | $20.50 | $27.00 |
| Senior, age 65 and over | $19.75 | $25.75 |
| Pima County resident | $18.25 | $23.25 |
| Child, age 5 to 12 | $16.00 | $18.50 |
| Child, age 4 and under | free | free |
A two-day ticket is valid within 30 days, and the two days do not have to follow each other. Single visitors usually buy at arrival. Private tours and groups of 10 or more book ahead. The site also offers an online booking link, so check the current ticketing page before you go.
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Opening hours
From October to May the museum is open daily from 09:00 to 17:00, with last admission at 15:00. From June to September the hours are 09:00 to 15:00, with last admission at 13:30. The museum is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas. The hours are shown slightly differently in different places on the operator's site, so check the current hours on the day of your visit and arrive well before last admission.
Aircraft spread over a large area need time. Plan at least half a day, and more if you add the tram or the Titan Missile Museum.
The museum tram
The tram costs $10 in addition to admission and takes 45 minutes. It runs only on the museum's own grounds. It does not enter the Davis-Monthan Air Force Base and does not show the Boneyard. You buy the ticket with a card at the tram boarding point. There is no advance booking.
Children up to 2 years can sit on a lap without a ticket, one per paying adult. The tram is a good way to see the outdoor aircraft in warm weather without walking the whole site. Add the fare to your budget on top of the ticket price.
The Boneyard bus tour has ended
Older guides still describe a bus tour to the Boneyard, the aircraft storage and regeneration area at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. The museum states that these bus rides have ended for good, with no planned return, following security decisions by the US Air Force. The museum also does not run private Boneyard tours.
That means no ticket, pass or booking can currently get you onto that tour through the museum. A normal museum ticket does not include it.
Titan Missile Museum near Green Valley
A separate site with its own tickets. Pima admission does not include it.
| Ticket | Price |
|---|---|
| Guided underground tour, adult age 13 and over | $19.50 |
| Military and veterans | $17.50 |
| Senior, age 65 and over | $16.75 |
| Pima County resident | $15.25 |
| Child, age 5 to 12 | $15.00 |
| Above-ground self-guided visit, with audio device | $7.00 |
The underground tour lasts 45 minutes, includes 55 stairs and has no elevator. Since 6 January 2025 you must reserve it online. The above-ground visit needs no reservation. Children up to 4 are free with a paying ticket.
From October to May the museum is open daily from 09:45 to 17:00, and in March from 09:15. From June to September it is open Thursday to Monday only. The first tour is at 10:00 and the last at 16:00, and in March the first tour is at 09:30. It is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas. The address is 1580 W Duval Mine Road, Green Valley. Take Interstate 19 south to exit 69 and turn west.
Plan the rest of your Tucson days
Pair it with Mission San Xavier del Bac on the south side, or with the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum on the west side. Our Tucson weather guide shows which months are comfortable for outdoor stops.
Pima Air and Space Museum: frequently asked questions
How much is a ticket to the Pima Air and Space Museum?
An adult ticket (13 and over) is $22.50 for one day and $29 for two days in 2026. Seniors pay $19.75, Pima County residents $18.25 and children aged 5 to 12 pay $16. Children aged 4 and under are free.
Can I still book the Boneyard tour?
No. The museum states that the bus tours to the Davis-Monthan Air Force Base have ended permanently. It does not offer private Boneyard tours either.
What are the opening hours?
From October to May the museum is open from 09:00 to 17:00, with last admission at 15:00. From June to September it is open from 09:00 to 15:00. It is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas.
What does the museum tram cost?
The tram costs $10 on top of admission and runs for 45 minutes on the museum grounds only. You buy tickets at boarding with a card.
Is the Titan Missile Museum part of the Pima ticket?
No. The Titan Missile Museum in Green Valley is a separate site. The underground tour is $19.50 for adults and must be reserved online. The above-ground visit is $7 and needs no reservation.
How far is the museum from the Phoenix airport?
The operator gives about 2 hours as the drive from Phoenix airport to the museum. That is a typical value, not a guaranteed time from any Phoenix hotel.