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Town too tough to die

  • April 27, 2007
  • Rated 4 of 5 by mh75 from Harrisonburg, Virginia
Town too tough to die

Tombstone is the Town Too Tough to Die. Home of the infamous Fight at the OK Corral, and former home to Wyatt Earp and the Earp Brothers, as well as a plethora of other well-known old west icons such as Doc Holliday, Johnny Ringo, and Ed and Bat Masterson.

Tombstone is located southeast of Tucson, Arizona, on a relatively flat plain between the Dragoon, Whetstone, and Huachuca Mountain ranges, and is quite a pleasant drive. As you enter the city limits from the north, you will encounter the Boot Hill Cemetary. If you've never seen it, it is worth a look as some of the tombstones are quite interesting. From there, let you travels take you to the Main strip of Allen Street and you should find all that you desire there within walking distance.

The OK Carrol is worth a look and they have several shows per day as do many of the other sites within town, including Helldorado Town which features Old West shows on a regular basis. There will be plenty of period-dress cowboys walking around and it gives a truly authentic feel to the town.

Make a stop at Big Nose Kate's or the Crystal Palace if you need to have a drink or two as they always offer a genuine experience for your drinking pleasure. Food is also in full supply with quite a few restaurants within walking distance of the main streets. I have eaten at Nellie Cashman's as well as The Longhorn Restaurant and The OK Cafe. All of the food was very good, but Nellie Cashman's offered the best sitdown-type food that is not burgers.

For an additional treat though, try the Old Hall where it has been turned into a museum, or Spanenberg's Gun Shop which sells much more than just firearms. There are many very interesting exhibits inside from the heyday of the town in the early 1880s. That, along with many of the other shoppes, exhibits, and things to do will keep you busy for a day.

I highly recommend Tombstone as a day trip if you're in the the Tucson area for a few days, even with kids as there is a lot for them as well.

From journal Old home Arizona

Tombstone: The Town Too Tough to Die

Tombstone is a historic place where you can take a tour by covered wagon and discover tombstones. You can also see grave sights where cowboys were buried.

From journal Best Vacation Ever

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