Pima Air and Space Museum Reviews

Set against a desert backdrop in Tucson , AZ, Pima Air Museum is 80 acres of aviation history! There are many indoor hangers set up with themed displays. Very knowledgeable docents work in these hangers and are eager to show you the surrounding planes and tell you stories of their pasts. My husband even met 2 men that used to fly planes in the Air Force….in Morocco ….at the same time he was there! Small world!
Many of the planes are set with stars so you can climb up and look inside the cockpits.
Outside, there are hundreds of airplanes on display. I found the Russian migs especially interesting.
Inside the main hanger there is a nice cafeteria and gift shop. They sell 1 & 2 day tickets. I can see how it could easily take 2 days to explore it here. It’s huge!!

This museum was the highlight of my husband's trip to AZ. We spent well over 5 hours there but I know he wanted to stay even longer. I'm not that into planes and I even loved this museum. This is a very large property with a lot of planes inside and outside buildings! A lot to see and read! You will learn a lot about the planes and their history. There is a restaurant on the property that serves beer if you need a break in between too! The staff is very knowledgeable and friendly as well. The veterans were so interesting to talk to inside the 390th Memorial Building too! If you are in AZ check out this museum. Also, with the military base located next to the property we got to see a lot of military planes training and doing tricks in the sky! A bonus!

So much history!
Military and commercial planes both inside and outside.
If you get tired of walking you can pay extra and do a train tour, narrated : an easy way to learn more about some of the outside planes.
Food available on site.
Free parking.
No backpacks allowed.
Photography allowed.
Just wonderful! You can easily spend a day here and still not cover everything!

This place was pretty cool lotta great old airplanes. Totally enjoyed our visit it was a great day the weather was warm and beautiful lots of great photographs.

A great collection of flying machines, both old and more recent, with excellent documentation of the planes and pilots who flew them. Bruce and his fellow volunteers in the 390th hanger were very informative and helpful and gave us great insight into life as a WWII airman. It's a huge collection, so everyone should find something interesting, even if you're not a plane buff.
We would recommend going early in the morning as it gets a little toasty wandering around the huge outdoor exhibit. We found it helpful to move between indoor and outdoor areas to cool down. We'll definitely be back!

My teenage son loved this place! I would advise utilizing the tram tour if you have Grandma and Grandpa with. Lots of ground to cover here with many planes to see outside.

We visited this museum offering a wide array of military and commercial aircraft. There were several hangers featuring various aircraft. My favorite was the section that took you through the history of women aviators. The tram ride offered a guided tour of the various aircraft parked outdoors.

I have to admit, during COVID I wasn't really sure what to expect with a lack of interaction permitted with any exhibits. The thing is though; similar to some other aviation attractions, the planes indoors are well restored; but I felt like I was in someone's hobby shop. The signage is extremely small, and I was frankly surprised there was not any kind of audio tour/app I could download and listen to facts about each plane (at least the ones inside).
Outside, the planes are quite literally just planes. While they are awesome; I just don't understand why these planes are not cut open for us to see inside them. I get it; many of them don't have interiors, but some of them do. They are quite literally a time capsule; and sealing off an area for people to see what it looks like inside isn't all that hard to accomplish.
Yes, there is a ton of walking; but it's not horrible by any means. I really remain at a loss though regarding seeing inside these amazing airplanes.

This was a multi generational family visit, and we all enjoyed it. The exhibits were really interesting. The one drawback is the fact that you have to go outside to see some of it - that was okay in October but wouldn’t have been fun in July.

This place is huge and the collection is so impressive! There are multiple hangars and then so many planes outside as well. There was a section on space travel and NASA things, but most of the collection was planes. There are bombers, helicopters, commercial, private, and military aircraft. I definitely recommend the bus tour of the outdoors area. The driver was the tour guide and shared some fun facts about the aircraft.

Better than the Air Museum at Wright-Pat, well worth the time and effort. Walk among some of the most famous aircraft of the flight era. Docents are helpful, friendly and knowledgeable.

The Pima Air Museum was the main event of my journey to Arizona. I spent two full days there and didn’t see everything. The Pima Air Museum is located near Davis Monthan AFB. It is hard to do justice to the size, the sheer number of and variety of both military and civilian, foreign and domestic aircraft on display. Many are one of a kind in existence (YC-14). There are more than 300 aircraft distributed over 80 acres, four hangers, a gate guard (A-4 “Scooter”) on entry, etc. Because of the location, there are both summer and winter hours. It gets quite hot out there, even in October. About the only shade is under a wing. There are a number of benches throughout the area to sit and rest. But you had better take water with you. There is a nice dining facility that can be used to take a break, get lunch, bathroom, cool off, etc. Then get back to it.

It can be hot, really hot. The day we visited, the temp was well into the 100's. So that meant the air was dry, parched, sucking the moisture from your body. Who cares - we got to see plans we had only seen in photos or videos. Real war heros, planes that had been designed for the end of the world - that never got to fulfill their mission. It is a place where for just a few short moments you get to feel like you are walking in the steps of giants. Yes, we kinda liked it...

Take the guided tour and then walk to see the planes more closely. There is a hangared B-17 that you can enter. The gift shop is fun and interesting. Take water and your camera with you.

Great museum for those who like old planes. Mostly Air Force and other military aircraft but also commercial planes and even some home built planes.

Great experience if you love aircraft and history! Tons to see. We spent 2.5 hours there and could have stayed longer. Tram ride is definitely worth it. Hangar is not air conditioned, so can be a bit grueling on hot days.

We definitely had a good time seeing all of the historic planes, helicopters and more. It was amazing to think about some of these huge things even getting off of the ground. Might be a limited attention span for some, but if there is any interest in planes, helicopters, flying or history, this is a great place to get a feel for all of it. I definitely recommend the Pima Air and Space Museum.

I am not a huge airplane fan but my wife is, so we opted for a day trip here. I actually really enjoyed it! There is a hangar dedicated to lunar missions which is amazing. Lot of great aircraft to see, some just huge. Several Air Force Ones, which were interesting. Lot of war craft to see. The cafeteria has an outstanding menu and the food was excellent! Staff were all very friendly and helpful. The best part was the dog friendly environment. The only thing I would have appreciated extra was a few dog water stations… make sure you wear your walking shoes. It is a big place! Plenty of restrooms, which were spotless. Plenty of places to get something to drink. Everything was so clean. Highly recommend this stop!

Thoroughly enjoy the museum and was impreessed by the number of different aircraft they had. Pet -friendly with exception of restaurant and the shuttle which was fine by us. Worth the visit and glad a friend recommended to us.

When you have always loved planes and their history, being in this museum is a fortune not to be missed.
Various covered pavilions hide beautiful gems of World War II including a B 29, a B 17, B 24, Avenger, etc. etc. etc.
Every aircraft has its own history and here every example is kept in excellent condition.
Outside are stacked an incredible array of propeller and jet airplanes including a B 52., helicopters and more.
The aerospace part is interesting but not overly so.
A place where time runs fast.

Wow! The number and variety of aircraft is amazing, from early days of flight through current with a Dreamliner. We really needed more than 2-hours but made the most of it. The 1960’s Air Force 1 was an interesting sight as was Ike’s plane. Some amazing helicopters of all ages are present. A truly impressive display.

This is a decent air and space museum but compared to the AF Museum at Wright-Patterson AFB in Ohio, it falls well short. First the museum at WPAFB is FREE, 98% indoors and in historical sequence. And how does Pima not even have a discount for military and veterans? I was blown away by that, unbelievable. There were a ton of aircraft but many were in poor condition with no description of what it was used for. A very average experience for me.

LOVED this place. You could spend an entire day here if you love military craft. SR-71 Blackbird, B-52, F-15, F-16, F-4, Corsair…….these took me way back to my younger years!

Terrific set up. Looks like they are adding more.

Huge display of aircraft, indoors and outdoors. The feature on women in air was well curated. Located a very short drive from the "graveyard" of planes from D-M for added interest.

This is definitely one of our go-to places to take people who visit Tucson. The museum is well set up with visual displays as well as videos concerning the Cold War and how it impacted the Tucson/surrounding area specifically. It is fascinating and very well done. Our tour guide, Kayley, was tremendous. Smart, funny and informative! The pace moved quickly and covered a great deal of ground, but there was still plenty of time to ask questions. Kayley really knew her stuff! Thank you so much!

This museum is huge. A collection of 400+ aircrafts is massive. As a history enthousiast I had a good feeling when walking along the machines. Especially the hangar with the B17 exhibition, it is not owned by the museum but sort of a shop in a shop. The people there are very helpful with explanation about the plane and squadron. The museum collection contains mainly USA planes and some British, Russian and Japanese. All in all, a great museum with helpful and welcoming staff.

It is ridiculous that we haven't visited here, before. It is fantastic! There are (about) 10 hangers with restored planes of every description, especially military. Outside the indoor spaces is 800 acres of planes, nicely organized, including sections representing each branch of the service, other countries, commercial plans, retired presidential planes, and much more. So cool. Also, there is a museum within the museum dedicated to B-29, which is a must-visit.

Give yourself at least 2 hours. It is easy to spend more than that, there is so much to see. Take a break in the cafeteria to recharge.

Impressive collection of military and civilian aircraft from all over the world. Just about any historically significant plane you can think of is here. Many are on display outside but there is 6 large hangars filled with planes. Can easily spend 3-4 hours. A must see for anyone who is a fan of aviation or history

absolutely an over whelming museum. This was my third visit over the last few years and I'm sure that I haven't absorbed everything even now. I guess I'll just have to go back again.

I recently had the opportunity to visit the Pima Air and Space Museum with a group of high school students on an educational tour. I must say, the entire experience was wonderful and the staff at the museum were extremely polite and supportive. They were well-informed about the exhibits and were more than willing to answer any questions we had.
They were very patient with our group of high school students, accommodating our curiosity and enthusiasm.
I also want to commend the staff's dedication to making the visit educational and engaging. I am grateful for their efforts in creating an informative and engaging environment, and I look forward to visiting again in the future.

Great museum with planes throughout aviation history. Static displays are on gravel so make sure you have appropriate shoes. A very detailed women in aviation history section for those interested. Inside Grill for snacks and food. Well worth the price of admission.

This was one of the top attractions in Tucson. What an imressive collection of aircraft, definitely worth seeing. We stopped there on the way to Bisbee from Tucson and did not have time to see everything; one would need most of the day to see it all.

This is a terrific museum, located in the desert about 20 minutes southeast of Tucson. Over 400 aircraft are on display in several large indoor hangers and on 80 acres outdoors. The displays cover the entire history of aviation from a Wright flyer up to current military and civilian aircraft. Three of the hangers are dedicated to WWII planes, most of which have been fully restored, complete with historic markings and "nose art." There are detailed signs discussing each aircraft and its service record. There are also a number of interesting aviation-related exhibits, including one about women in aviation and another about the Tuskegee Airmen.

Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a hat and sunscreen for the outdoor parts the museums. To see everything, you should plan to spend a full day.

This place is truly amazing. There are acres of aircraft here. Sorry we only spent one day. It would take at least two or three days to see everything.

This museum is awesome. Definitely take the tram to hear information on many of the aircraft outside. Someone had previously mentioned that the docent sounded scripted - yes, he reads off cards…and does an excellent job! There’s a lot of information in 45 minutes.
The B-17 Flying Fortress museum/390th Memorial Museum is free with your admission - although donate inside! - and it is NOT to be missed. It’s built and funded by friends, family members and crew members of the 390th group. I was blessed to hear Col. Bushong, a member of the 309th, share stories and answer questions about all his missions and years in service. Very humbling. He’s 99 going on 80. He’s there every Thursday and he is NOT to be missed. Buy his book and get it signed! All the gentlemen/servicemen working here are full of stories, super kind and could talk your ear off, of which I’d gladly listen to any day.
If your in the area, GO.

This is a true aeronautical and historical experience. Whether you are a history buff or aircraft enthusiast there is something here for you. The aircraft and their stories are fantastic from the beginning of flight to modern flight, civilian and military, to space exploration, it’s all here. The displays are very well explained but the staff is available and willing to add that little extra. One time through is not enough.

Had a good time. We forget how awesome our air power is. The SR 71 was cool to see. I would add some video tour TVs to show the planes is action.

PIMA is packed with history and information of planes ranging from commercial to military that’s not only US but international as well. This is definitely a must stop for Tucson visitors and even a worthwhile out of way trip if you’re passionate about flying. They also have various hangers where you can visit and see the history behind well taken care of planes.

Planes of wars past, planes of rescue, war, and science. History buffs your at home here . Outside alot to see and the tram can take you there or you can stroll at your pace. A lot of seats to rest. Great snack bar to refresh.

This is a massive complex with so much to see. You almost can't do it in a single day. Be sure not to miss the "hidden area" behind the last two buildings. It is almost entirely outside so maybe wait for cool weather.

What a place to see aviation history unequaled by any place other than the Smithsonian (and you have to visit multiple locations there).
Was lucky enough to visit with a Naval aviator!
Note; If you want the tour of the boneyard, you need to apply for base clearance 16 days ahead of time regardless of any clearance you may have...

We signed up for the underground tour (about 45 minutes). The tour guide was great, full of information, and pretty amazing to see this up close!

Very interesting museum with a variety of aircraft and supporting information such as the carrier ships for aircraft, how military personnel live and more. The lot is gigantic and involves a lot of walking. They have some tours but you can’t schedule. They were sold out the day we went so this impacted our ability to see everything. Difficult if you have disabilities or issues walking. Nice cafe. You could spend all day there is so much to see.

Interesting way to spend a few hours..very close to University of Arizona , had a lot of different planes to view. We were very lucky to have a beautiful day not to hot..

Very cool, unique experience to see all of the original planes and helicopters from various wars and eras. Everyone who works there is very kind and knowledgeable, especially the Vietnam vet we talked to who flew helicopters in the war. Amazing history lessons abound.

Even if you are not a fan of planes, you must admit that this museum is complete, it extends over several hectares.
It's a little complicated when it's very hot...

This is an amazing space. So large and filled with interesting and historical aircraft. You can park under awnings to keep your car somewhat cool. Definitely wear comfortable shoes, bring sunscreen and a hat and water. There are different buildings and a large outdoor space you walk through. They do have drink vending machines scattered through the museum. I was a little sad the water fountains were closed due to covid as I always carry a water bottle so I don’t waste plastic. But I get it.

It was educational to read the information about each aircraft and inspirational to read stories about the trailblazers in the flight industry. He knows a lot about aircraft so I was able to learn a lot of tidbits. And I liked being able to see the inner workings - all those miles of wiring and instruments. My favorite section housed the 390th Bombardment Group. We sat in a room where you could select different airmen and listen to their stories as told by themselves. It was more riveting than I thought it would be. I ended up getting a challenge coin to commemorate our visit to that section.

There is also a restaurant, kids play area and gift shop. I want to go back to see the things I missed or didn’t have time to really spend time on and to take a tour of the AMARG Boneyard if I could. The most interesting thing I learned this trip is that airmen brought home their parachutes as material was hard to get during the war, and brides made their wedding gowns from the silk or nylon material.

I was not expecting too much but was totally impressed. Lots of planes over lots of land and fun facts in the entrance museum. A fun day spent there. A must see.

Prior years there were multiple docent guided tours of all five hangars included free with entry fee. These tours greatly enhanced the museum experience especially for those without aviation experience. Those tours have been discontinued, and there was no one around to ask questions.

This is a large complex with so much to see. It is definitely a full day experience. We added on the tram tour and I am glad we did. The information presented during the tour was informative and it saved a lot of time (not to mention walking). We walked plenty just going through all the hangers. Great place to spend the day!

When you visit with an engineer and a guy who loves planes and all things mechanical, you're in for quite a visit! But even if you just want to soak in the interesting design of aircraft through the years along with a good dose of history, you'll enjoy your visit. Be ready for a LOT of walking. We paid extra for the tram tour, which gave a nice overview of the planes outdoors at the facility; we returned on foot to those we were most interested in. Touring the outdoor planes and all the hangars is a FULL day; thankfully there's an on-site cafe which opens early. The highlight of our trip was meeting Colonel Richard Bushong at the 390th Memorial Museum, located on the grounds. (Thanks to the front desk and tram staff for the heads-up.) What an amazing, vital man and a living history lesson. (If he isn't volunteering on the day you visit, be sure to buy his book -- reading it is almost as good as listening to him in person.)

Absolutely amazing! My daughter and I spent over 3 hours in the museum and still did not see it all. The history and displays are such a treasure. We also visited the Space gallery and Bomber building and just did not have enough time to take in all of it. I would highly suggest the two day pass. The bomber building was my absolute favorite! The staff was great and one of the authors from the books sold was there speaking. Could not have picked a better learning environment for my daughter!

Even if Air Museums do not excite you - you will really enjoy this museum. SO MANY airplanes to see. And that is just inside. There is 80 acres more airplanes outside. Unlike many museums, this one allows you to touch and feel the airplanes. Also, most of them here are the actual planes used in the historical event that they at-re representing. Not impossible - but really difficult to see all that is here in one day. The Arizona heat will likely limit your time in seeing the outside exhibits.

Was here a year ago. Might come back again. This is the best air museum I have been to, out of about 50.
Plan on at least 8 hours. Two days wouldn't be to long.
They had new/different things. A volunteer filled me in on the changes since I'd been there.
The 309 Bomber Wing museum was a separate experience for me. I used to know men that did that back then. Most didn't talk about it.
The Russian stuff is interesting, the way we approached thing vs their designs.

While mostly military planes there are plenty of commercial and private planes to look at. Big area - wear comfy shoes and bring a water bottle. Interior hanger exhibits well done and informative. All planes marked and labeled. Except for a few parts or planes in the hangers no planes are accessible. Gift show ok, but pricey.

Very interesting and well maintained museum. All the exhibits are spread out that that you do not feel crowded. Found most interesting were the planes from both Japan and the Soviet Union. Along with a V 1 recreation from Germany.
There was only one issue: we were there in February, 2023 and Tuscon was cold. The 4 buildings with aircraft were NOT heated. Only buildings heated were the restaurant and the gift store. I was able to go out and get jackets for my wife and I. They may advertised no rentry you can reenter via the gift store with persmission. It was cold and windy so we did not walk around outside very much; only between buildings. Need to come back when it is warmer!

A nice exhibit for all things that fly. For my latest visit, the goal was a closeup of a B17. Fortunately, a private exhibit on the grounds of the Pima Air and Space museum filled that goal. It was basically the Only exhibit one could touch and actually get into anymore. Whatever ruined it from years ago, visitors will miss not seeing things like the interior of the JFK AF1. But overall, still a cool place to visit

The museum is worth the trip, numerous buildings to visit so you can avoid the heat of the day. I would recommend going on the boneyard your first then the museum. The boneyard tour by bus and very cool. Food is available at the museum. Be sure to sign up for the tour several weeks prior to clear your background check and reserve the day you want to visit. Tours fill up quick

A most impressive collection of aircraft, WWI, WWII, Korean War, Vietnam - many fighters and bombers of all descriptions. Four hangers full of aircraft of all sizes.

It would have been great but, no air conditioning. Hey! We had the big “A” fan’s swirling the hot air around. Sad that many elderly men wanted to enjoy themselves but, they had to leave due to the temperature inside the building. The outside temperature was 95.
The aviation museum in Sugar Land, Illinois is wonderful. Great displays, sectioned off wonderfully, can get into planes and is air conditioned.

Planes, Planes and more planes from the wright brothers flights to the 1990's. I f you have an interest in airplanes, this is the place to go. World war 2 planes, Vietnam airplanes and helicopters are covered in their full history. 80 acres of planes.

This is an excellent museum. It has great items on display, and they are all in great condition. I would recommend to have at least 4 hours in order to see everything. Wear comfortable shoes, you will do a lot of walking.

If you have any interest at all in aviation or aviation history, then you absolutely must visit Pima Air & Space Museum. I came here alone and easily spent 4 hours wandering around and checking out each and every aircraft on display. This was a fascinating experience and I was wowed with every turn.

I decided not to do the tram ride because I didn't want to "rush" through seeing the aircrafts on display outside and rather spend my time looking at them more closely. If you have mobility issues or simply don't want to walk around the vast space, the tram would be a great option and I'm sure they share a lot of information you wouldn't learn otherwise. I would consider it next time.

Out of town guests with an interest in aviation and rockets had suggested the Pima County Air and Space Museum as a good destination while they were visiting. It is such a great experience even for non-aviation fans. There is so much to see both in air-conditioned hangars and on the grounds which has one of the biggest collections of retired planes including former presidential planes. The exhibits have a wide variety of aircraft and other archival items. The grounds contain exhibits devotion to the 390th battalion memorial, to NASA space exploration, the Arizona Hall of Fame and more. There was a reduced fee for Pima County Residents. There is plenty of off-street free parking. The facilities have both picnic grounds and an inside restaurant. There is a small playground for young children and some interactive displays. The gift shop has a wide variety of items.

A great attraction to visit. I was done in 3 hours but is suspect others might need more time. The tram ride was interesting and showed me the area so I knew what to go look back at. Definitely visit if in the area.

If you are into planes, warfare and technology, this museum is not to be missed! It's a huge space, with planes lined up in all directions. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water.

There is a huge diversity of planes here. Military and commercial from around the world. Well displayed and many well restored. Some very rare planes as well.

This museum has a large collection of air and space history. We were told by a volunteer that it is the 3rd largest and no longer can accept new items because it is out of additional space. You pay an admission fee (they offer a 1 day or a 2 day and have special discounts for seniors, juniors, young kids, locals). You can add on an audio tour and/or a tram tour for an additional charge. We went with the tram tour to get around the outside airplanes. There are 7 or 8 hangars that all contain airplanes and other items and information from history and the wars. The day we were there we were able to tour Sofia (NASA space research plane with telescope). We spent about 5 hours there and know we only got a glimpse of everything there is to see. The volunteers are very knowledgeable and it was evident by how they talked to us and shared information that they love what they do.

Excellent exhibits in a wide area, mostly outside, from WW2 up to the present day including US, but also UK, Russian and Chinese civil and combat aircraft. Several specific exhibits inside, e.g. B-17 bomber with deeper content on crew and deployment.

A fantastic collection of aircraft, both civil and military from across history.

There are five large hangers with aircraft and exhibits inside but the majority of the aircraft are outside.

Unusually, you can walk all around and under most of the outdoor exhibits - most museums have them roped off.

Make sure you are there early and tour the outdoor aircraft before before the heat of the day hits!

Also, be aware that they don't allow backpacks (for some reason). I had prepared by taking bottled water, sun cream, spare phone batteries, camera etc. in my small backpack. They weren't keen on me taking it in until I said that also had medication in there. There also seemed to be no cloakroom facility so that I could leave it and collect in on leaving.

This policy needs to be made clearer on the website as I didn't see it when I looked through before travelling from the UK to visit!

GO see it. Well worth the money, and pay extra for the tram tour. Very informative to anybody who is interested is planes from the 20th century... Only disappointment would be the space building, otherwise it was great.

Great place to get a close-up look at a large variety of aircraft.
The only complaint is no longer being able to get an inside look at most all of them. The B17 display which is a private display is definitely worth a look.

We were very disappointed. Several years ago when we came there was a bus that took us all over to see the planes. Now supposedly because of Covid there is no bus and no way to get out there to see them. I would’ve thought that this being the case they would’ve at least offered some kind of scooter rental but no.
The museum was very interesting though, and it did seem that there were more planes than the last time we were here

Exceptional collection of aircraft, largely military but with commercial and private planes as well. Most are stored outdoors, on unpaved surfaces, so "sensible" shoes are a must. A tram tour is available at an extra charge to lessen the amount of walking.

We went here with family while visiting in the area. So many planes such a great selection. New old drones ww2 etc. a must see in the area.

Spent several hours wandering around the acres of airplanes. Good displays in several hangars. Great and enthusiastic docents in the Bomber Squad building. Interesting stories if you watch the videos.

I’m not particularly interested in planes, but this was really good. A huge variety of planes from various countries. It is good to walk around the planes inside the hangers and outside, but also worth taking the guided tour because there is much additional information to be gained from that. Exceeded expectations by some margin.

Well worth the time and money. $20 to enter, $10 to ride the tram, about $19 for lunch (burger, rings, drink). Big place, lots of walking.
Took the 45 minute tram ride as soon as we could. This let us see and hear about many exhibits which we otherwise wouldn't have walked to.
Plenty of places to sit and rest and water available. More to see than the two+ hours we allowed. All exhibits well done, well maintained, easy to read explanations.
Good for all ages but the repetition gets to be, well, repetition. Great day trip from Phoenix which is about a 2 hour drive on the freeway.

We bought tickets for the tram ride and looked around at the planes inside. Since we hadn't eaten yet we grabbed a late lunch at their cafe. It was good/average food at prices to be expected there. The tram ride was nice since it gave us a general tour of the outdoor planes without having to walk a ton. We didn't go in the outside hangars, but several people got off towards the end of the tram ride to do so. They close fairly early at 3 p.m., so we didn't have a whole lot of time left after the tram tour to look at and read about every plane, but we enjoyed our visit.

We bought senior tickets for $16.75 and added a tram ticket for $8. Both well worth the time and money. 5 extremely large hangars and 80 acres of historic planes, helicopters, and other assorted aircraft. Amazing place. We spent 4 hours and could have spent more time! Be sure and see The Big Guppy!!

We had a good time. They were not running the trams because of the rain that occurred, so we walked. No biggie. Mainly newer planes. 5 indoor hangers and some outside as well. If you want to go to the plane graveyard, you need to give them 16 days advance warning.

This is the Pima Air and Space Museum.

We paid and we walked all the day tp see different planes. There were planes from different countries. Wow!

It took the whole day. It was fun!

Wow… such a huge property that is packed with absolutely everything you can imagine that is aviation related. Such awesome history here, plus a memorial to B-17 program veterans. I would suggest this museum to anyone. I walked the property but there is a tram tour as well. So much info here, I need to come back again just to take more of it in. The gift shop is well stocked with nice memorabilia.

Totally worth the price. Ticket was around $18 with little in the way of discounts (no military but yes seniors). There are around 5 hangars with no air conditioning — we visited on probably the hottest day of the year. They have a massive collection of interesting and historical aircraft and more contemporary ones. They are well cared for and there are plenty of benches to rest and clean, air conditioned restrooms.
We took our dogs; it was so hot we carried one and put shoes on the other. The cafe allowed pets and they were so kind and even watered our dogs. We did not view the outdoor aircraft because of the heat. There are too many exhibits to see in one day anyway.
They have a “new” bag policy that meant we were a little irritated at having to return some items to the car. Your bags have to be the size of a standard sheet of paper.
The Pima Air and Space Museum should definitely be on your itinerary if you are in the area or nearby for any reason.

If you like airplanes, you will love this museum. There are several hangers you can walk through. Some of the hangers have World War II airplanes, which I thought was fascinating! They have several Air Force jets, and old Air Force One, some Japanese planes from World War II, a building with more current space items including drones. There is an optional trolley ride you can take that’s 45 minutes long and cost $8. You also get explanations of the different planes and how they were used. There is also an audio guide that you can use. You could easily spend hours there.
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Gret air and space museum. A must see is also see the boneyard exhibit at Davis Monthan AFB-only avail at the Pima Air and Space museum -well worth it

Great assortment of aircraft and exhibits. Only two complaints are the hangars are not air conditioned and uncomfortably warm. Also many of the aircraft were covered in a thick coating of dust.

I understand June in Tucson is hot, but you managed to air condition the gift shop? Just sayin.

Obviously due to Covid no trams or USAF "boneyard" tours. The admission price is steep with out those 2 things. The only surprises were seeing "The B-17 Sentimental Journey" and the B-29.

In past years, multiple docent guided tours of all four hangars were included free with entry fee. These tours greatly enhanced the museum experience especially for those without aviation background. Those tours have been discontinued.

Now, there is a "Private Walking Tour" offered for $75 and it is limited to only the main hangar (none of the three WWII oriented hangars) and lasts only 45 minutes.

This museum is a great place to visit, whether with adults or children. So many aircraft of all types, in five buildings, but also outside. Even though I am not someone who is into aircraft, it was interesting!

My young boys loved it as they love anything military, so seeing the transportation vehicles were awesome! I would have liked air in the hanger but we understand. There is a lot to see, you can easily spend 1-2 hours here.

There was an African American pilot exhibit but it was not easy to find as it was in the back. Would loved it being in another area so everyone could see it like other exhibits.

Lots of old planes. Look but don't touch. At least half are outside; not where you want to be in spring, summer, or fall.
Some docents are knowledgeable; some not; many just like to talk a lot. Far too many want to interject their political views -- I didn't know a Mustang had a political position.
I went because visitors wanted to go. For me, once was (more than) enough.

By having a large amount of space and the support of the military branches and being close to the storage area for unneeded military aircraft the museum is able to trace the history of flight, primarily military, from its infancy. A main hanger sets the stage for the experience with early aircraft using the crafts themselves and dioramas and exhibits to enhance the experience. Two more hangers are dedicated to WWII aircraft separated into the European and Pacific theaters. Docents in all of the hangers are well informed about the aircraft and displays. Of great interest to us was the type of anti-aircraft gun used by my father-in-law during the Battle of the Bulge. We recommend taking the shuttle tour through the grounds where the driver gives the history and tidbits of information about the various aircraft displayed in the open. There is also a separate museum dedicated to the a bomb wing of the Eight AF which was based in England. Besides combat aircraft they have several iterations of Air Force One, passenger planes that have been reconfigured for secondary uses and crop dusters. Plan to spend several hours at a minimum with dedicated aircraft enthusiasts probably staying all day.

INCREDIBLE! The last time I was here was 2017, and since that time, this place has added many more planes! We were here 3.5hrs, and we still didn’t get to see everything. Wowza! If I stopped to read about every plane that is at this museum, I’d be looking at spending several hours here and a lot more walking, it may even take two or three days to really appreciate all this museum has to offer! Stay hydrated! Seriously, what an impressive place to view some history of flight. This is a place that I could easily visit over and over again. What a fantastic place to view, touch, and experience aviation history!

The Blackbird SR-71 is a big deal for me to see, as well as the B-17 Flying Fortress! So many impressive planes and helicopters, but to me, these two stood out during this visit. Rest assured, I’ll be back!

This is a huge museum with so many planes! Its mostly outdoors with a few hangars indoors. They had a great air conditioned room for kids to do puzzles, build, and exore too. My 3 and 4 year old loved it!

You could spend the entire day here. Many planes, helicopters, and aeronautical memorabilia across the expansive property. Unfortunately, the "Boneyard" AMARG was closed (...maybe next time) due to Covid-19. Pima Air and Space Museum is a must see for anyone with even a passing interest in aviation!

Must see place if You are in Tucson. Huge collection of real aircrafts presenting aviation military history. Very impressive.

If you love aviation,
this is the place for you. Wear your walking shoes. So much area to cover. Retired military family member loved it. One visit is enough for me.

We only had a few hours before catching our flight home, but this was an outstanding museum. The best part was interacting with the knowledgeable staff. The 11am tram tour was sold out when we arrived at 10:20 and we had to leave before the second one. I recommend taking a photo of the scheduled talks when you enter because they really bring the planes to life.

Overwhelming amount of history and number of aircraft of every imaginable kind. The Boneyard was closed due to COVID, but you can see some of the acres and acres of machinery.

I enjoyed this museum way more than I thought I would. I’m not military or an engineer or a pilot. I know very little about planes or space but still, this was a great experience. The sheer number of planes is amazing. Much bigger than the air museum at Pax River.

Exhibit on the 390th was amazing. Also, loved the Air Force One plane from the Johnson-Kennedy era. Museum does require some light reading but it makes the exhibits so worth it.

Because the museum is close to the Air Force base we were also treated with some training fly-bys.

Last entrance is at 3pm and the museum closes at 4:30pm, gift shot closes at 5pm.

A magnificent collection of air and space craft, and also wonderful historical information and memorabilia -- especially about the 390th Bomber Squadron in a building dedicated to their heroism. You can have some great chats with the volunteers in that exhibit, and you'll enjoy spending the better part of a day wandering indoors and out, seeing "up close and personal" this incredible array of flying machines. Also enjoyed a nice lunch at the grill. Just one warning -- apparently the shuttles around the vast outdoors exhibits do not run everyday, so call first if you' depend on that to get around. But do not miss this place if you are anywhere near Tucson.

I love planes and if you do as much as I do, this is the place to come. It is by far the best Air and Space Museum I have ever been to. It has a large collection of planes outside, but remember it gets very hot in the summer and even in dry heat you will still know. If you want to spend some time outside they have a place to get plenty of fluids before you go out and when you come back in.
A large collection of plans from small Cessna aircraft and helicopters to former Air Force One Planes/Jets. Awesome place and it is somewhere anyone can enjoy. If you have kids I would recommend it as well. They will love it!

We came to Tucson to hike and drove by the Pima Air & Space Museum. The hubs was telling me about visiting the museum when he was 12 with his dad and talked about some of the exhibits as we hiked in Saguaro National Park.

Since it was still going to be open for a couple more hours after our hike, we decided to go through the musuem. For starters, this museum is HUGE and 2 hours is not even close to being enough time to properly see all the exhibits.

We walked around all the planes outside and had to decide which other exhibits we could peruse before the museum closed. If you like aviation, you definitely need to visit this place!

This museum is for someone who already knows a lot about planes. There are lots of old planes inside and out that are cool to look at. However, if you are interested in the history of planes, what sets certain ones apart, there isn't much of a story there. There isn't a particular order to the planes and the planes outside have minimal description. I've been to air museums in Canberra, London and Washington and was very excited about each of them. This one definitely left me wanting more. How did the planes fit into each war? What was the experience of flying them like? How many of each kind and when did they upgrade etc. etc.

I make it a point to visit the PASM every time I am in Tucson. Always something new and the 390th exhibit NEVER gets old. The guys there are great and love showing off their beautiful bird.

We stopped and the Space & Air Museum as we had time before or flight. Wow. This place was truly awesome. We were really lucky to stumble upon this WWII veteran, Richard Bushong. He was there to talk to people about his experience flying planes mostly in WWII. He's a young 99 years old. He had so many interesting stories about his experiences in WWII. He was a B-17 co-pilot at 20 years old and a pilot at 21 years old. His base was in England and he flew 28 missions over Germany. There were several times that he should have been killed or injured, but due to a series of events he escaped harm. I feel grateful and honored to be able to talk with him. There is a building just for WWII. It was great. We saw a wedding dress made from a WWII parachute and a meteorite that was found near Tucson. We ate at the restaurant in the museum and it was good. This is a great museum and I'm so glad we went.

The staff in each location was very helpful and truly committed to knowing information about the aircraft and history. Saw B29, type my late father flew in WW2, and the staff was good at helping and informing. When walking around the grounds where the aircraft is (in hangars and out in the open), enjoy the walk!

Was overwhelmed by the amount of planes to see and read about while we were there. Would have been helpful to go on a guided tour but it wasn’t offered due to COVID. We still enjoyed walking around on our own.

Always a fun place to go. The only issue was the lack of AC in the hangar. My husband and I only visited one hangar as my husband was getting over-heated from the lack of AC. I would have loved to stay longer and visit other hangars but may when the weather cools.

Museum is well laid out both indoors and outdoors. There are extensive planes from WW II era. An old Air Force One plane is on display (from 1959). Would like to have had information on which presidents had used that plane. Original photos, journal entries as well as planes are on display indoors. We spent a couple of hours there and did not see everything. They offer a guided tour via a tram of the planes outdoors, but it was sold out for the day. You can do a self guided tour outdoors. There is a restaurant and store on site but we did not visit them.

If you like jets, helicopters and space artifacts along with history then this place will satisfy. There is plenty of parking and they offer certain discounts off ticket prices. They have a cafeteria and a couple of vending machines. We saw a couple of people in wheelchairs and they also offer a guided tour. We choose self tour as we wanted to take our time and see certain artifacts. You definitely will get your steps in. They also had foreign planes, not just US military planes. There are multiple hangers to visit and huge outdoor. Once outside know where the bathrooms are located as the bathrooms aren’t close together.

Had a great time. Could spend days here! Heavy on the air side, lite on the space side. Great women and state of Arizona displays! Wear comfy shoes. Active duty military discount and senior discount. Great gift shop.

The women in the group were not as thrilled as the men. It does have a women's aviation section but you have to be interested in aviation to begin with. They have a nice cafeteria so that you can wait for your significant other ; )

We took the train around first to get a lay of the land and some additional information. Then we walked around to see the things we really wanted to see. There is over two miles to walk if you do it all and several inside hangers. Be prepared to be outside a lot of the time. We took our double stroller around after riding the tram. Staff were really helpful and it was also really nice and fun to hear from some of the veteran volunteers walking around. They have a café on site and even a playground for the kids.

I have seen the signs for this place for years and finally went in December. It is much bigger than I expected and pleasantly surprised at the amount of planes that were on display. The sheer size of the planes were spectacular and the history is amazing to see. We spent two hours and still did not see everything. This is definitely a must see for anyone that has served in any branch of the service. I was awed by this museum.

I was on a short layover in Tucson and had never been to the Pima A&S Museum so we took four hours and checked it out. Upfront, this is not a free museum. However, it’s not that expensive considering what you’ll get to see and experience. From war planes to civil aviation you’ll get to see a lot. Bring your sneakers/walking shoes as there is a lot to see spread out over large area. There is both indoor and outdoor exhibits. There a small Resturant as well. We were there for four hours. Would of stayed longer but they were closing. I’d go back to see what I missed. Spread the word about this museum.

Very impressed with the museum! I have never seen such an array of historical aircraft in one place! They even had a Boing 787 on display. Defiantly worth your time!

We visited with our grandkids. My grandson is interested in World War II. I'll say it again, if you love looking at aircraft, this is the place. I've been going to Pima Air and Space Museum for almost 30 years and spend hours there. Great place. Great service. All kinds of aircraft to view.

Myself & my dad visited Pima Air & Space museum, my dad was like kid in a candy store, telling me about these vintage World War II P-38, P-39 P-51, Hawker Hurricane, Spitfire, Ilyushin II-2 & B-24!!!!

Pima Air and Space Museum is huge.
It’s filled with aircraft from the 1930’s to current times. Take the tram tour rather than walking the entire property. One hears the history behind so many of these planes and helicopters.
While you’re there please visit a separate building maintained by veterans. There is so much history about the brave men of WWII.

Great information and lots of planes and plane history to check out! Both military and private planes. Food and Children's area available. Even had some interesting books and things in the gift shop.

This is a very large and varied collection of aircraft, including military and commercial aircraft, not limited to those originating or used by the US. There is sufficient material here to capture one's interest for at least four hours - including some very rare and unexpected museum pieces, such as the Blackbird, and a V1. The trolley tour can also be recommended - although it is not included in the regular admission.

We have been to many air and space museums and this one is by far one of the best! So many planes to see with great explanations for each. Great knowledgeable staff willing to help you understand better about each plane. All of it was just EXCELLENT!! We had a fun day of adventure!

Took our two kids (7 and 10) and they enjoyed looking at the planes, but they obviously weren’t into reading everything so we were able to do it in a few hours. We really enjoyed the space building. You can’t go in any planes, or even see in most of them, which is disappointing. We went several years ago and at that time there were some you could go into. Cafe was reasonably priced with a good variety.

You can’t bring a backpack, but you can bring a tote bag (like the reusable grocery bags). I’m not sure why a tote bag is more secure than a backpack, but they are insistent that your bag can’t go over both shoulders??? I was stuck lugging my family’s water bottles and hats around in my arms since I had to return the backpack to the car - along with every other family that had kids. There are no lockers. Maybe put your backpack inside the tote bag and it will be ok. The gift shop has totes for sale, but you need a ticket to get in there so….

Dogs are allowed, which I think is ridiculous as people let their dogs poop outside by the planes and don’t clean it up. Your dog doesn’t want to see the planes. Leave them at home.

It was a fun stop on our Tucson visit, but I don’t think it’s something we’ll need to do again.

My wife and I have gone to Pima museum at least once a year since 2018 and always enjoyed ourselves , the acft on display are amazing, hope to go to the new tank museum next door when it opens, enjoyed a side trip to Tombstone. We try to go on a circle loop trip each time thru ca,az,nv.ut,mon
wy, id and back to tacoma, wa. Gone to arch and yellowstone nat parks and cody, wy, Mt Rushmore, always a fun trip!!

I am not a aviation aficionado but it was hard not to be impressed by the variety of aircraft in this collection. Great mixture of military and civilian aircraft as well as some space artifacts. This is a huge site so I would recommend at least half a day here and take the shuttle tour to cover off a lot of the outside displays. There are plenty of inside displays as well if it is too hot to wander around outside.

I came here with two kids and my dad. It was incredible. We are really aviation AND history dorks, but I think the average person can still appreciate the sheer number and different type of aircraft here.

the USAF base is nearby and we visited on a day they were doing exercises - felt like we were at an Air Show!

Amazing collection of aircraft, but many questions about the aircraft couldn't be answered by staff and volunteers. Very disappointed.

We’ve been here multiple times, and have thoroughly enjoyed the collections, veteran docents, the boneyard tour and watching the fighters take off from the nearby base. What was missing this time? The boneyard tour and the docents. We understand the security concerns regarding the boneyard tour, but the missing docents are another story. They bring to life the museum. Management seriously needs to reconsider the lack of interaction.

This is great museum with hung selection of airplanes both military and commercial. For a aviation buff this should be on the bucket list. It is one of the largest collections in the world with a number of unique and rare aircraft. There were a lot of my favorites there. The aircraft displayed in a number of hangers and outside. They have a special hanger that is dedicated to the B-17 which is on the grounds but technically not part of Pima. Remember if is a warm day drink plenty of water and there are a number of places you sit for a bit. We took the tram tour which cost a extra $8. They do not do the tour of the Davis Monthan Boneyard anymore that one is suspended. We started with the tour as it got us oriented and the tour guide was very good and had good info on the different sections and info on key aircraft, After the tour we walked back to the areas where we wanted to spend some extra time and get close to some of the aircraft. One nice thing is you can get up close to a lot of the aircraft, It was cool to be under the 787 and the B-26 for instance. My wife is not a aviation buff like I am and she really liked it and think there is something for everyone to like. The shear scope and size was very impressive. If you are in area I would not miss going to this museum.

I loved the planes at the Pima Air and Space Museum. Old or new, we enjoyed to see these planes.

There were old ones and brand new. They had also new planes.

There were many people.

Afterwards we entered at the hangars to see the the planes that were more new.

We had fun and we learned a lot.

Well worth the trip - an amazing number and variety of planes and some super-knowledgeable volunteers who can talk planes to you.
However, with an elderly and infirm 87 year-old with us and a huge site to get around, we felt they could do more to help those who would struggle to walk around the whole site. There’s a tour team that goes around outside (for additional cost) but we were disappointed they didn’t offer wheelchairs of some sort, which made it difficult for my Dad who was very eager and tried his best to see everything. Two days later he’s still recovering from having to walk so far.

Huge airplane exhibits includes 4 buildings and many more airplanes in field outside. Lots of WW II and more. We spent 3 hours and could have stayed longer but weather was cold and rainy. We bought audio which was ok. Passed on tram because of rain.

In AZ visiting friends and they suggested this museum. Enjoyed it much more than I originally thought I would. To see history in one place - you look at it differently. There is alot of walking outside - not sure about tram hours.

First of all, this museum is huge! Many different kinds of planes including military and commercial. Fascinating but I would suggest taking there guided tour. I didn't take the tour and by the time I was done, I needed a nap! There are indoor and outdoor exhibits, so plan on spending a few hours.

Such an interesting day of exploring and learning about aviation in history. Take the tram tour and whatever you do, don't miss the 390th Memorial Museum-I learned so much. Count on several hours of exploring all the exhibits.

Amazing place full of aviation history!! Huge outdoor boneyard to stroll through. Don't miss the B17 museum.. lucky to be there on Thursday to hear stories from WW II pilot! Living history. Volunteers were excited to talk and answer questions.

It's been many years since we visited the Museum. We had an enjoyable day looking at the planes and reading about the History. Since it's next to Davis-Monthon AFB, the A-10's were flying which made it even more special.

I didn’t know exactly what to expect when we came here - museum like Air and Space in DC or something else? It’s something else. My teenagers like planes and WWII, but it’s not my thing. To my surprise, I greatly enjoyed this place!

Half of it is planes inside giant hangars and the rest is an entire airfield filled with more planes from every era. It’s really informative but also really nice to be outside and walk around and just be next to massive airplanes. There are even a few airplanes re-commissioned as pieces of art and this may have been my favorite part. Definitely a great place to visit in Tucson ($50 for four people).

We wanted the Boneyard…but it is no longer available, so we took a chance on jut this. It was a very interesting experience for airplane lovers (my husband), and veterans. We paid to take the tour also. It was 45’ on a tram around the area that we had been walking, but now with informative history. Definitely recommend!

I've been wanting to come here for a long time. Everything I've read about it said this was worth every minute. and they were right.
We spent nearly 4 hours here, and that wasn't nearly enough, but we were on a tight schedule that day. I only had 4 hours.
The wife knew she was in trouble when I starting marking up the site map as soon as I got it.
Next time we're in Tucson, I'll be back to finish my visit.

This is a big airplane museum to cover. Lots of walking, especially in hot AZ summer. Not a whole lot of space related hardware. I particularly like that there are many non-US airplanes, particularly from Europe. Many airplanes are not in a best shape. It would be great if some aircraft, especially YC-14, are restored.

I had heard about this place and my friends who live here told us to check it out. Lots of walking around, and both inside and outside set up. The era hangers were really cool! Due to Covid-19 we were not able to get to see inside the aircraft’s. I would go back and would recommend this to airplane enthusiast and children!

Good to see the old n golden stuff from airplane especially all the from NASA to commercial plane. To president air force one plane as well. Lots history of each plane.

Well worth the time, whether 2 hrs or 4. Diverse inventory of aircraft both in air conditioned buildings and outside.

A definite must see. If you like anything to do with planes or the military you need to see this place. Make sure you also take the tram tour as it's worth the money. Cynthia was our tour guide who was very friendly and gave us great information plus it saves a lot of walking. Make sure you have plenty of time to spend here as there is a lot of history and information to be had.

A great experience. 400+ planes to see. Highly recommend the tram tour. Lots of interesting information from the guides. Lots to see, take your time.

My husband being a retired pilot and aircraft enthusiasts we had to stop at this. Wonderful exhibits. We did take the tram tour and the guide did great job with highlight narration of the aircraft.

Large and impressive. A must-see for all ages. I have visited many times and am never disappointed. You just have to spend at least one day and still might not see it all. Oh and a great snack bar with a good section of eats and drinks.

This is worth the fee to get in. Wonderful older war planes, and a great exhibit on Women and flight.

We wanted to ride the tram but it was full. Too bad brochures hadn’t advised us that early booking was advisable. 390 Memorial Museum was very very interesting. Volunteers welcomed questions and provided wonderful stories.

An amazing collection of aircraft and memorabilia augmented with knowledgeable and capable staff. Flat; easy wheelchair access.
Don't miss the tour of the Boneyard...jawdropping.

I mostly went because my husband was interested, but I really enjoyed this place. They have planes and helicopters of all descriptions, with information about each: from the smallest to the jumbos, and many that have played a significant part in history. They even have planes that JFK and Eisenhower traveled in--how cool is that? Many are in hangers with supporting exhibits, but they also have a trolley ride that takes you all around the planes outside, with drivers who know all about each one and supply an interesting narrative. (There's a small extra charge for the trolley, but it's money well spent.) This is a great place for both adults and kids to spend some time.

This Museum is special - especially for anyone interested in the history of flights during WWII. We booked a private tour of the hangers with WWII aircraft, which was terrific. And the tram tour was very informative and made the vast grounds easy to navigate while learning about the history of aircraft on display. Go!!

Loved the outside displays which cover a huge area and have some unique and interesting aircraft. The inside hangers are more standard but still interesting. Unfortunately the cafe and shop are a bit disappointing, but the museum is the star here.

The planes were displayed and signs were present to explain about each one. People were also present to answer questions and provide additional information if you needed it. The place was well kept, and full of information about the aircraft and also about the personnel who flew them.

Took the kids here while visiting Tucson, and very impressed at the many different vehicles they had on display. Had a good time!

The collection of aircraft is outstanding. The SR71 Blackbird was one of the highlights. The inside museum was dedicated to the SR-71. This was the second one built. The outside area had examples of dozens of aircraft and took at least 4 hours to tour.

Lots of planes! Our aviation history buff teen loved it! Preface all this by saying we went in July! Indoor hangers are warm and lots of planes are outside so prepare to sweat. Last trolley tour leaves at 11:30 am.

Enjoyed this museum as it had many aircraft on display both in hangars and outside. Definitely go early before it gets so hot. Very well done. Expect to spend about 2.5 hours to see everything.

My husband wanted to visit this place. Unfortunately most of the buildings housing the displays are not air conditioned so it was very hot inside. I made it through 3 buildings before I had to sit in the cool cafe while my husband walked through the rest of the buildings. He really enjoyed it.

It's one of the best museums of any kind! I had a couple of days to kill while in Tucson and discovered this awesome museum. The hangars contain tons of unique and well designed exhibits in addition to the many aircraft both on the ground and hanging from the ceiling. Excellent plaques describing each item or display. It's easy to spend an entire day or even longer here. I recommend the $8 tram tour of the outside area. Lots of huge airplanes take up a LOT of acres, and especially on a hot day, the tram is the way to go. And the driver/guide gives a running commentary on select aircraft. Very informative and entertaining. WELL worth the $8. One hangar is dedicated to the 390th Bomb Group which flew B-17s in WWII. They have a beautiful B-17 indoors with many associated displays. Very well done. Finally, the Flight Grill has good food!

It’s the holy grail for airplane fantatics like me. Wow…practically every US military plane that ever existed in one area. Granted other reviews warned about the outdoor displays, lack of AC in hangars, the intense heat, the dusty aircraft and the issues around backpacks. Do go early and bring as little as you need (water bottle, sunscreen, sunglasses and hat are essential). And give yourself lots of time to wander and explore.

This is the largest collection of aircraft I've seen in one spot. laid out by type of aircraft - and a large selection (multiple B52's (A,D,G) - next to B58, B36) - Lot's of fighters from multiple nations (F4,F18,F14,F16 - MiG17,Mig21,MiG23,MiG29) - full set of F100 series - a pot full of Harriers - a ton of helo's - great indoor displays - and of course the sexy SR71 - - LOT'S of outdoor walking - and a tour tram if you want - check out their website for the full list - but if you are an aviation enthusiast, you will find a lot to love here. plan for HOURS - I spent 3 hours and didn't see half of it - almost felt like i just perused through.

Way better for young kids than the Smithsonian in DC ( both the one on the mall and Udvar-Hazy) because you can actually get close to most of the planes. We went on a 75 deg day and it was perfect. We spent considerable time outdoors. Our responsible kids (9 and 6) were able to walk under and around and even touch all of their dream planes. Bonus, they have a playground there too.Double bonus, there are train tracks behind the museum you can see from the playground. Trains, planes, and a play ground…my 6 year old was in heaven. If it’s hot or bad weather I would not go here though, so plan accordingly. But on a nice day it’s awesome. We didn’t pay extra for the yard tour. I’m glad because it allowed our kids to get up close with lots of their favorite planes on their schedule. As some have said this isn’t a museum for tourists or someone who doesn’t have an interest in planes. If you that is you go to the Smithsonian in DC. But if you love airplanes and know what you’re looking at it’s the best. My wife is not really a plane person but got excited at the super guppy, so there is something for everyone. They also have several foreign military planes. They were unlabeled and I was like “how did you get one of these?” They were like “no more questions…”

I had no idea the museum would be so .... vast. Next time I come, I'll buy a multi-day pass and spend two days going through all the many things I missed. It's well laid out. Requires a lot of walking, but you'll see things you can't see anywhere else. The museum will expand next year when it adds an annex devoted to ground combat vehicles. Smithsonian-class museum with excellent guides.

What a great way to spend the day learning and seeing things that you can usually only read about. This experience opened our eyes and we truly felt the love of our country and patriotism that is a huge part of this experience. What an awesome reminder of how lucky we are to call the USA our home. This is a must see and do and be sure to plan several hours so you dont miss a thing.

If you're an airplane enthusiast, then this is a must see. All of the staff were friendly and focused on making sure you enjoyed your visit. Super clean and organized facility.
Too many aircraft to mention. If you are mobility challenged, I would recommend taking the 45-minute tram tour. It's only $8 but you get to see all of the aircraft outdoors and the tour guide is very informative.

This was the basic included tour, but my whole family (2 adults and kids ages 7 and 11) was entertained. We had an excellent tour guide telling us about historic and unusual planes and my youngest had fun riding up front.

Interesting variety of mostly military aircraft.

Awesome visual of the power and scale of US.

Really well done.

Most is outside, and whatever you do, don’t miss the B17 exhibit

Watch the movie and be thankful for the price of freedom

Pima Air & Space Museum and the nearby Boneyard are the kinds of places you pass by all the time but never think to visit. Think again! This museum has the most fantastic collection of air and spacecraft available to view. Not only do they have multiple hangers full of displays, but they have over 80 acres with static outdoor displays of aircraft from other countries as well as the US. Give yourself sometime...couple of hours, I think, to view everything.

This museum has both indoor and outdoor exhibits. After entering through the main building, there are several additional indoor hangars (around four more) spread throughout the grounds, each with different themes and aircraft.

One highlight was seeing a B-29 displayed indoors. As you walk through the hangar, you can listen to detailed explanations about the aircraft, which makes the exhibit especially informative. The museum also has an Air Force One on display, which was fascinating to see up close.

There is also a 390th Memorial Museum, a museum within the museum, which you can visit during your walk through the grounds and adds even more historical depth to the experience.

The outdoor area is massive. There’s an optional tram tour for $10 that lasts about an hour and explains the major aircraft, which is very helpful. You can also walk and access all outdoor areas without taking the tram if you prefer to explore at your own pace.

There is a restaurant inside the museum, which makes it convenient to stop for a meal during a long visit. I spent about five hours here, and it still didn’t feel rushed.

Overall, this is an impressive and well-organized museum with plenty to see both indoors and outdoors. Definitely worth visiting if you’re interested in aviation or military history.

Interesting place. We have been to other air and space museums and this one is also very nice. You will want to plan enough time to see it. There are exhibits inside and outside. DEFINATELY take the tram ride as it is definitely worth the extra few dollars. We had a very interesting ex helicopter pilot narrating our tour. Our friends had been there before and had not taken the tram. They said it was much more interesting to do the tram. Lucky for us there was also a WWII veteran speaking in front of one of the exhibits who had written an autobiographical book. He was an amazingly spry veteran with a great sense of humor. We also took the optional Boneyard tour to the air force base. That was also interesting. However, check the security requirements if you want to go there ahead of time as it requires reservations. And keep in mind that part of the time allotted for that is going thru more security when you go.

There is so much to see here. I didn't think I would find this interesting, but the docents make it very interesting. Definitely do the tram ride; we learned a lot of cool stuff about the planes there from someone who had first hand knowlege. Learned a lot of history and trivia. Theres not much around there; lunch was ok at the restaurant there.

Pima Air is incredible, the number of planes on display is overwhelming, inside Pima Air is the 390th Memorial Museum, separately run but inside Pima. The 390th was great, dedicated to B-17;s of WWII great exhibition

Outstanding museum. Perfect for aviation lovers. A lot to see. I would recommend going when it is cooler because it has a lot of outdoor walking. Great place to get a lot of pictures of aviation history.

What a great way to spend the day! Lots to see inside and outside! We were lucky to see the pilots training for the air shows when we were there! Check out the gift shop! Lots to take home for the grandkids!

The planes were in great condition & brought back memories of my time on active duty in the USAF. The description and telling "HISTORY" was impressive. A must visit for all interested in flight.

This place is huge! If you want to see them all, plan a whole day. It has a lot of amazing aircraft. There was some aircraft there that people could get into and view the cockpit. If you're going out into the boneyard, be mindful of the temperatures.

PARENT WARNING: Hanger3 (390th exhibit) has very explicit pin up girls in many proactive positions hanging on there walls.

We took our out of town guests here and spent a very pleasant afternoon. We have been here before and see something new each time we come. Even if it is hot outside there is plenty to see in air conditioning.

Interesting collection of aircraft. Toured all five hangars - but did not encounter any staff member to ask questions. Approached by others wondering how/where to speak to someone.

You couldn't make reservations on the trolly and when we got there found out that it was not running. Nothing on their website.

This is a must-see for anyone visiting Tucson and interested in aircraft. The collection is extensive, most items on display include a description and story about it, and the docents are excellent.

If you have any interest at all in airplanes you should love this museum. We spent almost four hours here and could have stayed longer.

There is everything aeronautical here! Is a great mix of planes and space. It’s pretty expansive with indoor & outdoor and you can spend the day here. The facility is modern, super clean , and spread out nicely. The staff was super friendly and helpful. They even have a commissary to have a snack or beverage. I highly recommend this museum.

If you like aviation, particularly military aircraft, you will love this museum. Much of it is located inside hangers and out of the sun but many of the aircraft are outside. It can be an extremely hot walk around the site so bring water. There is a tram tour but it doesn't always run during the off season. The hangers are not much cooler, however, so be ready for a warm day.
There are some great planes on the property and nearly all are in great shape and well preserved.
There is a great 390th squadron museum as well, which is run by a different organization but there is no additional charge.
It would be hard to beat the number of aircraft on display here!
Not a great place for young children as they will not likely appreciate the exhibits.

It has been over 20 years since I was last at the Pima Air Museum. It used to be mainly outdoor displays and one hangar. Now they have 5 large hangars as well as the 390th Memorial Museum on the grounds. Many of the aircraft I remember from the old days have been not only kept up, but in many cases restored to better condition than they were 20 plus years ago.

Even in late February it was warm and sunny outside, so the cool hangers were much appreciated. I saw they had video game like simulators for younger ones that may become bored looking at all the old planes. That’s a nice touch.

The docents in the various hangers can really give you some good insight and background on the exhibits. One in particular gave us a real appreciation of what it was like to be a crewman on a B-24 flying at altitudes where air temps were -20 degrees and then have a 200 mph wind rushing through the plane.

There is a small cafe on site but we were still full from breakfast so we didn’t use it. The gift shop has a lot of unique gifts and many books on various aircraft that are on display.

The 390th Memorial Museum is a memorial to the men of the he 390th bombardment group of WW2. The centerpiece is a beautifully restored B-17. Lots of exhibits of gear and what the living quarters were like. Make sure to take your time at this one.

Had a great time. Could spend days here! Heavy on the air side, lite on the space side. Great women and state of Arizona displays! Wear comfy shoes. Active duty military discount and senior discount. Great gift shop.

Our family enjoyed visiting the museum. We only had one day in Tucson and wished we would have spent the entire day here verses going somewhere else that morning. It was an opportunity to see a lot of unique air craft. Our teenagers were very interested in the exhibits they have on display. Make sure to stop and see the 390th Memorial Museum. The docents enjoy sharing information and stories. Employees are welcoming all the while implementing COVID-19 requirements.

The museum is a must see if you like history and/of planes. Taking the additional team tour was worth the cost. The docent was entertaining and held a wealth of knowledge, as he was a veteran of the Air Force.

Amazing facility. So large it is hard to see in one day. A great deal of it is outside, so come prepared for that. Every sort of aircraft you can imagine, interesting information about them all.

I was very disappointed that you couldn't look into hardly any planes.
Lots of research on the aircraft. All information was good.
Outside aircraft were very impressive...just no inside.
Section of women pilots was interesting.

My family appreciated the opportunity to meet and talk with the distinguished 97 year old WW II pilot pictured. He flew missions deep into German territory and is an American treasure. Visit the museum to learn more about those that served and died for our freedom. Plenty to see but my favorite part was the B-17 390th Museum.

I am an active duty service member who brought his family from Sierra Vista to this air space museum. I wanted to see the Sofia shuttle, so I came with my wife and three kids, spending over $90. I got to the line for the shuttle and was told I had to leave the line with my family because I arrived at 2:32 and not 2:30 for an attraction that doesn't close until 3PM. I explained to the guy that I had three kids and we’re talking 2 minutes. They did not care. Now I have to spend money and pay for another day to see this one attraction. This is ridiculous, and the guy was simply heartless, in my opinion. I like how you use the “thank you service members motto” to make money and treat actual service members and their families like trash. It's a sad waste of time. It's all about the money with this place. What's two minutes, and you ruin the day for three excited kids? That old guy had the power go to his head. I'm sure he feels proud of himself.

Pricing was a bit high to pay entrance then to pay for the shuttle then to pay for an audio guide then to eat in the only cafe around at inflated prices and the only a/c in the building. Narration on the tarmac was good at the right level of general interest. Collection is well curated with quite a diverse collection. Space section is somewhat limited right now. It costs a lot to maintain this group of relics.

There is so much to see here, plus several docent talks are offered throughout the day; I recommend you arrive early and plan to stay most of the day.

Another option is to get a two-day pass.

Outstanding!! From start to finish. This collection has so many aircraft over a vast facility
There is a large number of prototypes (Boeing YC-14 and Piper PA-48 Enforcer) with their main source of aircraft coming from "Bone Yard" they have around 150+ aircraft.
Staff are fantastic

Our jet owners group had a private dinner at the museum. It was the highlight of our 4 day convention. For aviation buffs and Pilots, this place is a must see!

If you are in the area and have the slightest interest in military air planes this is a must see. So much to see and explore!

There is a lot of walking and lots to see so give yourself some time to walk around, bring a hat!

EXCELLENT visit - truly remarkable collection - both the aircraft on display in the hangers and out on the tarmacs. This visit was a last minute decision that we were not disappointed in at all. All of our family enjoyed exploring and having up close looks at aircraft that we had seen in other locations as well as aircraft that we have not otherwise seen on display. Seeing a B-52 would be awesome. Having 3 in one place was ridiculous. Along with those there were a number of other bombers that I had never seen in person including a B-47 and the B-36 Peacemaker (only one of a few that survive I believe). Incredible.

We have an air museum in our home area, but this was next level! There is so much to see both indoors and out. The tram provides a way to see even more without walking all over. However, you can walk back to see anything of interest. Very nice museum for all ages and interest levels.

Too much info. there to put in a review! Many exhibits in about 5 hangars, ranging from the people who were in the military service in various wars, and so many, various airplanes, of course. There were volunteers in each hangar, giving info. or answering questions. Outside there were alot of airplanes as well. Unfortunately due to the highly, windy day it was, we couldn't stop to look at them in detail! My favourite part, were the airplanes that had the painted plane fronts (nose art), and they were named and a maybe a brief message, regarding the pilot of the plane. Many were womanly figures or cartoon characters. Professional art painters did the jobs. We spent about 3 hours at the museum.

Definitely worth the time to visit. Plan on at least an hour but better to spend two or more. Wear shoes for walking on gravel and sand. So many types of planes, lots from WW Ii but also from 1800's to today.

This was a great stop for my babe who l o v e s Airplanes. You can just check out the planes in the hangars if the sun’s too much or you can also walk around outside. It’s a lot of walking if you want to see the entire line up. Pleasant staff, plenty of spots to sit and relax for a minute. There is a tram tour option on the weekends (Thursday through Sunday) but it doesn’t sound like they make it easy, as they told us to plan to be on line at 8;30 am to get a tram ticket. Perhaps that could use some enhancement.

Beautiful day and plenty to explore inside and out. Lots of various planes, including a few Presidential jets. Also loved the prototype 787 Dreamliner (ANA markings) There is quite a bit of walking involved, but they do give Tram Tours as well. Both Inside and Outside planes and hangar/displays had great signage. Their Flight Grille Cafe had some terrific cold/sandwiches, very fresh, plenty to eat, and nice view of the display planes. Particularly enjoyed seeing all the pilot/flight attendant uniforms from the 1960's to Present. Lots of visitors, but never felt crowded at all.

If you are a WW ll student, do not miss this! The best of military and commercial aircraft. In addition to the aircraft, there is a great deal of information regarding the operation of the 8th Army Air Force in WW ll.

A great layout over multiple hangars o poo f some.really awesome aircraft. The reason for only 3 starts was the lackluster and boring tram tour driver. I did not know if our driver was new (and reading from a script) or just uninterested. Everything was explained in a bored, monotone way that shows little excitement or effort. It did not seem like he knew much else about the planes other than what was in the script. No enthusiasm made the tram tour lame and uninteresting.

Plent of space and lots of airplanes. It was raining, but we still had a great time, as there were lots of good stuff to see indoor.

We liked the B-17 memorial most. Highly recommend for Tucson vistors.

Road trip! This aircraft museum is fantastic. The docents are friendly, helpful and extremely knowledgeable. Be sure to take the tram tour as well. Get there early and plan to spend a few hours exploring all of the buildings and the grounds. I had hoped this would include a tour of the “bone yard” but learned that those tours are only available online at least 16 days in advance and require a background check. Next trip, maybe. You can drive around Kolb Ave to see more of the airplanes stored there.

What a gem.... a great collection of planes and memorabilia. There are several hangars to visit and even though the exhibits are well identified, there are frequently volunteers with FABULOUS information to share. We happened to be there on a Thursday so we were treated to a talk by a 100 year old fighter pilot with plenty of stories to share. The tram is there and we would have loved to have taken it for the information about the outdoor planes. We arrived at opening and there was not going to be a tram for almost 2.5 hours..... That's the only improvement we would have made.....

This is an amazing place. So many aircraft to explore. 4 or 5 hangars full of WWII aircraft and displays.
An impressive collection outside. I spent all day in nice weather.
The staff here are friendly and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend a visit.

This museum is full of different types of aircraft, old and newer. Also history to go along with the craft. You can take a tour of the exhibits or visit on your own.

We also took a tour of the boneyard on the Monthan Davis Air Force Base. It was very interesting. Note, you must book this part at least ten business days in advance.

Spent a few hours here with my wife. She wasn’t quite as enthused as me but for me it was interesting. The airforce was training close by here so also saw a bunch of planes flying together with some breaking the sound barrier. Definitely a worthwhile experience.

Excellent museum of aviation. Many huge hangers and hundreds of planes outside of all types. We had 3 hours before we had to leave and didn’t see half of it. Look at the maps and head towards the things that interest you most.

This is a huge museum so give yourself 2-3 hours if you want to explore it fully.
It covers military, civilian, and experimental aircraft from the Wright Brothers to much more recent.
A good portion of it is outside so keep the weather in mind before visiting.

We really enjoyed this museum. There's lots to see both indoors and outdoors. I would recommend at least 2 hours here. Could definitely spend more if you took your time. Take your time, read about the planes. Enjoyed seeing all the flight attendant/pilots outfits over the years as well.

Plenty of aircraft and aircraft history for the aviation enthusiast or history buff.
We spent two hours there and only got about half way through!

The teens even enjoyed it, but it was a real treat for the adult men who had to be dragged out of hangers.

The WWII hanger has a number of older men who give a thorough history of the aircraft. You really learn and see a ton. Great day trip - you could spend a couple hours, 1/2 or full day depending on your appetite for aviation.

There is a large indoor building with numerous planes. Outside are even more, and larger planes. There is a smaller building with space age exhibits. They say they have over 400 planes. It would take a long time to walk by all of them. A great place for plane lovers. The 390th Memorial Museum is also on the grounds, although not part of the Pima Air Museum. We were there on a rainy day which made seeing the outdoor planes difficult—it was very muddy on the grounds.

This place is fantastic! The opportunity to walk around, under and above all these spectacular exhibits is awesome. Bring your walking shoes and enjoy. The folks at the B17 hanger were wonderful as well. This place is a MUST visit if you have time and an interest in aviation, history and/or space. Fantastic.

We really enjoyed our visit even though we arrived disappointed knowing that COVID-19 had stopped the boneyard tours. There is so much history that I appreciated learning about with my teen sons. Be sure to allow plenty of time at the 390th museum hanger; the volunteer staff was great! We walked the grounds for hours on a lovely November afternoon.

So many aircraft in one location. We loved the vast array of planes and space crafts, both inside and outside. Our favorite was the B-17 exhibit with all of the knowledgeable staff to give us a glimpse into the history behind the squadron of planes. Such history!

Huge museum with planes from all eras. Civil aviation as well as military. Information for each item is extensive and informative. What we saw was inside a large building. There is also a tam tour of aircraft parked outside. Tour was cancelled because of rain. There is a separate tour of "boneyard" of hundreds more aircraft. Have to sign up for that tour 16 days in advance.

While the hangar displays are amazing, the amount of planes outside is incredible. Anything you can imagine from small single prop civilian planes to multi turbine high altitude bombers. The displays in the hangars of uniforms and history are world class. I passed by one nighy, saw planes and decided to swing by the following day. I couldn't believe my eyes at the quality of every single area If you are an aviation buff it is a MUST SEE. But just for the history involved it is as complete as anyone can hope. The kids would love it. Did it in Oct afternoon, don't try this in summer. Well worth a whole day, regret not having enough time. It is ranked in the top 10 aviation museums in the world.

When my wife and I made reservations to visit, we saw that the museum offers two-day passes in addition to single-day. We thought that was a little odd, but after visiting, we get it. The collection is huge, with acres of outdoor exhibits and several large hangars filled with amazing aircraft: World War II fighters and bombers, civilian airliners, fighters from other countries, and a couple of presidential aircraft, including Columbine, a Lockheed Constellation used by Dwight Eisenhower. The descriptive text on the indoor exhibits was outstanding, including details on the specific aircraft on display. I wish the outdoor signage had offered a little more detail, but that's my only quibble. We spent most of the day there and didn't see everything, so we certainly understand why you might want to purchase a two-day ticket.

Tom, our Volunteer Docent, was great and provided an informative overview of Hanger 1. All staff and volunteers were helpful to our large senior group, and the participants attending really loved the experience.

It's a little warm, to visit in the summer, but it felt like we had the museum to ourselves. The facility is well maintained and the grill is pretty good!

If you have a chance, schedule your trip when the Colonel is in the 390th Museum Hangar. My kids and grandkids may be able to reach out and touch these planes for years to come, but the Colonel is a living piece of history that won't be around forever.

Our family of 4 generations went on a Fall Break road-trip from Texas to Arizona and New Mexico to visit some NPS sites. We spent the morning at the museum and enjoyed all that we had time to see! You definitely need to plan a full day if you want to visit all the areas and all the hangars! We saw some aircraft that is not usually at other museums or air shows!! Would definitely recommend!!

It was a rainy day, we couldn’t hike with the dogs, heard we could walk around this museum with them. Lots of fun, very interesting exhbits and very dog friendly here. 3 hours or so for us was enough but I could see someone really into aircraft spending far more time. So cool to see the SR-71 Blackbird in person. Great gift shop too. Everyone working there was super friendly to human and dogs.

This is a large display of all-things airplanes, with a strong focus on military planes of all types. There are good little explanations for each aircraft, but of course, you can Google each for more information on the go! Good facilities, but plenty of walking in-doors and outdoors. Wear comfy shoes for the gravel/sandy outdoors. And count on at least 2 hours (and more for the keen airplane folks). I think the strongest endorsement I can offer is that my wife enjoyed it, and she is not really into this type if content!

Hundreds of moth-balled aircraft, military and commercial, spread out over acres of desert. Fun for an aircraft enthusiast but fascinating things to see for everyone. Stand underneath a decommissioned Airforce One! See the giant, weird “guppy” that flew space capsules to their launch sites! Be awed by the massive wingspan of a military plane powered by eight giant propellers! There is a lot to see - bring a sun hat!

Excellent museum. The extra $8 to take an open tram ride around grounds is worth it as the place is very large. The hanger with the B-17 Flying Fortress is well done. The docents were excellent. We even had an impromptu airshow as the first week in March the airbase next to museum has aircraft practicing for upcoming air shows.

It is a good place for airplane fans. It is recommended to take a half-day trip and pay attention to the business hours. Because the exhibition hall is large, it will be more abundant to spend two to four hours. Also pay attention to the temperature. Most of the exhibits are outdoors, so pay attention to sun protection and hydration.

If you are an aviation buff or enjoy history this experience is for you. Acres and acres of planes, both outside and in several large hangers. Nicely explained with knowledgeable staff. Definitely wear comfortable walking shoes because you will be doing a lot of walking. Be careful because, although it is open to 5:00, the last admission is at 3:00 to give you time to experience everything.

This was our second time at this museum. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed it both times. Last year we spent the entire day and realized there was still so much more to see. The docents are very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. Of course, they are retired military. So many planes, helicopters and history. AND, you can bring your dog! Our dog really enjoyed it too-she loves people. When in Arizona, this is something you should not miss. Thanks to all at Pima Air and Space Museum!

This was an amazing museum to visit. My favorite part of this was riding the trolley and hearing the driver tell stories about the planes. We actually had a tour guide who’s plane was at the museum! What great stories! I wish I would have video taped some of them. My husband was in heaven looking at all the planes, the engines and history.

This place sure has a lot of hardware on the ground. It was a hot day and I did not spend much time looking at all of the aircraft outside. Doing this would probably take a full day even if you could drive a car around the field, which you can’t. The highlight was the B-17 museum of the 390th Bomb Group and the subexhibit of the 95th Bomb Group. Although the number of planes is vast, I was disappointed that there were few displays relaying important stories about the aircraft. Usually there was just a small plaque naming the plane, providing statistics and ownership data. Air museums that I have seen that tell better stories are the one in Balboa Park, San Diego and the Naval Air Museum in Pensacola.

This is a super museum for everyone. Kids and adults alike will love it because of all the airplane displays. You can do a self guided tour or they offer a tram tour that drives you around.

If you enjoy military aircraft and history this is a MUST! They have an expansive collection of aircraft. I spent almost 4 hours wandering the grounds looking at their collection.

Hot with no shade but worth it. I went with a plane enthusiast. A bit of history with a lot of planes. Nice snack bar, gift shop.

Besides the National Park in Tucson go to the Prma Air and Space Museum if you have time to do one more thing. We thought it would be a quick 1-2 hour stop but ended up spending close to 4 hours. This is a gem that is extremely well done.

easy to get to, relatively inexpensive to get in, good signage on planes, huge inventory, lots if educational displays. and an unrelated hanger with B-17 that was fantastic.

We visited Pima Air & Space Museum on a Wednesday after the Titan Missile Museum. It was not very busy but WOW! So many planes inside multiple hangers and then outside on static display. We spent 5.5 hrs here and it was disappointing to leave. All day long while walking the static displays outside there were A-10, F35, HC130 planes practicing touch & go landings right across the street at Davis Monthan AFB & flying overhead. Each hanger has vending machines for drinks, washrooms nearby and lost of rest stops. The Aviation Hall of Fame and the B17 Museum are a must within the grounds. If you like flying machines you need to come here.

Visited this past Wednesday and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. I particularly liked talking to two outstanding docents, Al C and Gerry G, twin walking encyclopedias about anything aviation related. Don’t miss this attraction in Tucson if you have the time.

More aircraft and exhibits than can be seen in one day, Easy access from I 10. Nice café with free refills of drinks.

My wife and i arrived around 9:30am. At that moment it was not busy at all. By the time we finished it was very busy. At the ticket counter we purchased the tram ride that goes around the grounds. I’m thinking the tram tour started at 1015hrs. This is my 2nd visit to the museum. On my last visit, sometime around 2011 or so, they still had the plane boneyard tour at the base that is nearby. That was very cool. With that tour discontinued, it was nice to see they offered a tram tour around the grounds. The tram tour was very good. Albeit very chilly outside. I think the tour lasted around an hour. I thought the driver did a great job with his narration and humor. It was well worth the time and money. We did not walk around the grounds that were covered by the tram tour. We were a bit short of time for that. Hangar 1, by admissions was once again my favorite. The space gallery was another favorite. I enjoyed seeing all of the drones suspended in the building. And as it was quiet, the volunteer working the exhibit was able to give us a very nice tour, along with answering a bunch of our questions. Sad to say I did not make it to all of the hangars. Next time. And it seems like maybe 2 of those hangars were not there when I last visited. We had a great time, and I would absolutely visit again.

Several hangers are here with aircraft to see in each, but we especially liked hangers 2 and 4 as they were definitely the most interesting! One of my favorite parts was the picture and information about a gal I went to high school with in Sunnyside, Washington, Bonnie Dunbar, who became an astronaut and did some space voyages. Always fun to see someone you remember who got to go into space, of all things!! We heard there are over 350 aircraft on display here on the 80 some acres, and while one may not be able to see them all, we saw a good amount of the planes. VERY interesting!

We loved seeing the old planes, especially the WWII era planes. I got to see a Sabre jet like the one my uncle flew in Korea. There was so much to see that it really takes more than one day. The hangars would benefit by a little more signage to help you know which building is which.

We discovered the PIMA Air and Space Museum while trying to find something to fill some time while in Southern Arizona. We were not disappointed! The number of planes and helicopters, etc were unbelievable! We only had a couple of hours and wish we had much more because the museum is huge! Much is outside, which was nice during these COVID times. Inside, things are spaced so far apart and you can walk around the displays to check them out without the crowding that I have found in other museums. The staff was friendly and the cost very reasonable. If you have some time, I would highly recommend the PIMA Air and Space museum.

Great air museum. There are several hangars full of planes along with hundreds on the grounds. If you are unable to walk a lot there is a tram tour of the grounds. It is an additional cost but is very informative. The museum is across from an Air Force base and the day we visited they were practicing for an air show so we also got to watch a lot of aerial activity. Plan to spend at least half a day.

Great planes from all over the world, capturing history that you can feel. Nice walking around on your own or take the tram for a well narrated tour .

excellent selection of air craft, make sure not to miss going inside the buildings. We had to get the 2-day pass to take the tram as they were sold out. The lines can sometimes start early. We went on a Friday. Hubby loved seeing the B52 and KC135 tankers as he worked on both of these. I think you could use a few benches outside so those that don't have a whole lot of interest can sit for a bit. We will try to get on the tram tour early next week. The 2-day pass is not for consecutive days so that makes life easier. There's a lot of history and love here for the planes. We were sorry the boneyard was closed. That has been the one place my husband wanted to go to for the last 20 years. Maybe some day. If you go on the tram, dress warm because it can be chilly and windy, as we were told by others who rode the tram yesterday (Jan 20) Pets are welcome, except for the tram.

So much fantastic history, as well as being able to physically be up close such amazing aircraft from different eras.

Amazing time.

Lots to see and do, inside and outside.

Morning time is great, cooler temperatures. Bring water and note lots of rest stations and vending machines inside/outside as well as washrooms.

Bring sunscreen and hat.

Cafe has reasonable options and prices. Gift shop nice selection of gifts.

Plenty of parking if you bring your car or renting.

We had a company event there one evening. This indoor / outdoor museum is amazing with every imaginable aircraft and the history behind them. Very nicely done.

Interesting visit to see planes up close. Heritage days allowed us to see awesome maneuvers by some talented pilots!

Took friends from out of state to visit this place. Very disappointed there wasn't anyone around to ask questions about the exhibits. Signage with minimum info. Why no staff or volunteers available??

It was smoking hot the day I was there. There are hundreds of planes located on a large parcel. Just walking around looking I needed to stand under the wings to get in the shade and hide out from the sun. What a collection. The indoor displays came complete with retired servicepeople who spoke about the planes, people and times.

I was brought back to my youth and our country's participation in the wars we fought.

The food was even good.

Great time with super cross section of planes.

So many planes/aircrafts to see and well worth the money. It was amazing to see the wide variety of planes from old to young. Many hangers to go through, lots of history and knowledge you can obtain. While walking outside we were able to see jets flying around.

The museum has free parking. You enter and pay for museum access through the gift shop. There is a large hangar for the inside exhibits and a vast outdoor display area showing aircraft of an equally vast number of types. The inside displays also include many aircraft as well as artifacts and information boards. There is a special section about women in aviation and space which is quite wonderful. If it is ridiculously hot (as it was when I visited) you may want to limit your visit time outside, but the inside alone is worth the price of admission.

There is so much to see; plus, we too the shuttle ride which was extra money, but worth it! It is such a large place that you can tire just walking through the buildings without going outside. There are planes there that you will never see somewhere else. Highly recommended.

We saw airplanes from several wars and countries. Be prepared to walk a lot as the grounds are huge. But, that means you can walk right up to any aircraft and take as long as you like to admire it. The three hangers are a nice break from the heat and sun, and have many more cool aircraft to look at. Allow yourself at least 2-3 hours to really enjoy it.

What a day i had at Pima. So many aircraft that literally whatever type of plane you think of, they have it. Give yourself the whole day because you will need it. Take the tram tour in the morning to get some extra insights on some aircraft. This will also help you decide what you want to go back and see. Once you conquer the outside exhibits there are more in the multiple hangers. Thanks so much for gathering and maintaining this amazing collection. Wish i could give more than 5 stars.

We had a fantastic time at thier Halloween event! The kids loved getting candy at the different stations through out the museum!

If you're really into aviation, you will love this place! We are not, but we enjoyed strolling around checking out all the planes, especially since it was a beautiful day. I thought it was bit pricey so I probably wouldn't go again.

There were so many planes here that I had never seen before - well worth a visit to wander among them and see them. Would have liked to be able to get into more of them - but even so, it was amazing. I think I found myself crawling underneath more than one to see how the pieces all came together!

Phenomenal collection of military planes, especially WWII. Not everything was open due to COVID but still an outstanding place. The B-17 building and displays dedicated to the 390th Bomber Group were world class. A must see. Will go back when the boneyard tour is open.

Me and my kids absolutely loved the Air & Space Museum. They had so much to look out and check out, you could spend hours and hours here - maybe even multiple days. My kids loved all the play areas and getting to run around the planes and firetruck.

As a pilot, I was totally in awe of the size and number of exhibits. from one of the worlds smallest plane to the SR-71 Blackbird and everything in between. Visit the bomber exhibit in the out building (+$$) - it's worth it.

Very interesting place to visit. The exhibition of antique and war airplanes is magnificent. I’m not a technical person and thought I wasn’t going to like it, but I was happily surprised of what I learned and observed.

If you have any interest in aviation, this is the place for you-and even if you don't. Well designed, with very informative information boards regarding all exhibits; it's a great museum. You could easily spend a full day here.

In some ways I would say this Air museum is better than Baltimore’s Smithsonian. The display of planes is vast indoors and out. You can browse through the rows getting general information or scan for a more detailed description and history. Minimum 2 hours but if interested you could spend all day. I especially liked seeing JFK’s Sir Force One.

Wonderful experience. Admission pricey but definitely worth it. $8 additional for tram tour. Tram would be worth alone to skip walking in heat but narration was excellent. Reason say go Thursday is that is day 99 yr old docent works. Wonderful to hear his story of WWII service. Over 400 aircraft from every era. Mars rover. Blackhawk helicopter etc etc...great stop.

Must visit and make sure to spend time in the B-17 Museum. Fantastic and the volunteers are very knowledgeable!!
Flying coffins had an 80 attrition rate!!

This museum gives a terrific mix of well curated, indoor displays and a vast yard of aircraft you can walk amongst and enjoy. It's a great mix for serious aviation geeks and history buffs. The hangars include a fair bit of historical information, particularly the independent 390th Memorial Museum on the grounds and included in the admission (supported by donations as well). The 390th gives an amazingly detailed history of this WW-II unit and what the lives of these brave and dedicated airmen were like. The outdoor collection is less well documented - many of the aircraft have only the identification and dates of service. There is an optional tram tour to see the outdoor exhibits if you're not up to walking, but there's something really wonderful about strolling about the desert with so many historic planes surrounding you. Pima does not have the depth and detail of the USAF Museum at Wright Patterson, but has it's own personality and a lot of interesting aircraft outside of the military sector.

Incredibly display - inside and outside - of planes of all types from the early 20th century to present day.

There are a series of indoor hangars to view planes with being outside. The grounds are easy to walk and a wonderful showing of aviation.

The museum is quite large and is mostly outdoors. Some aircraft, probably those of greatest value and historical value, are instead contained inside hangars. At the ticket office they suggest 2 to 4 hours for a complete visit. Pay attention to the closing time: admission to the museum ends approximately 2 hours before.

This is a Tucson “must do” but it’s best suited for folks really really into military aviation. Especially historical aviation. It’s huge with several indoor and outdoor collections of planes and helicopters. Bring comfortable shoes as it’s a lot of walking unless you pay $8 to ride the tram. Inside is pretty warm (no AC) and outside is usually very hot (it’s AZ). The cafeteria is air conditioned but the food is pretty bad and on the high side for what you get.
It’s a epic landmark that you have to do once, but once is enough.
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This place was great. It is HUGE! In addition to the massive outdoor collection, there was 7-8 indoor hanger areas that were full of any kind of aircraft you can imagine from the beginning days of flight to the modern space fleet (although my husband claims they skipped WWI). The museum for the 390th bomber group was beautiful (and air conditioned). One really cool aspect is that there is a working air force base across the street and the military drills and practice flights overhead really added to the overall experience. The cafe had a nice view and cold water & beer! I also though it was nice that they had a nursing lounge for those in need (although that's not me!)

We've been to the Boeing museum in Seattle so figured we'd make the drive from Phoenix and stay the night in Tucson was in order. So happy we did. We did the tram ride upon arrival which also gives you the lay of the land. We looked at all the planes in the hangers and walked around outside again to look at the planes. We spent about 3 hours here. It was fun and worth the trip.

A great place to visit! The young lady who waited on us at the entrance was great too. This is a huge area to explore, but plenty of places to sit for a while if needed. The parking lot was mostly full, but as the museum is so large, you never feel crowded. Well -- unless you are in the gift shop or the small cafe.

There were two downsides to this visit. One was the *extremely* under-staffed cafe, which made for a very long checkout line (yes, there was only *one* checkstand open) and long wait times for your food. I don't know if this lack of service is due to extremely poor management or just due to a simple lack of employees, so I'm not going to downgrade my rating because of it. But just know what you are getting into if you visit at a busy time.

2nd downside was the fact that they let people bring their dogs inside, which made for several very loud and uncomfortable situations where two of them tried to attack each other. And one person was barely holding on to his very large German or perhaps Belgian Shepherd that was barking (inside) and trying to break away and attack something that he didn't like. I've seen first-hand what kind of damage a full-grown Shepherd can do when it attacks a small child. People that visit this museum should not be put in that kind of situation, and the museum staff should have removed threatening dogs.

My hubby is a plane buff, especially WWII. We have to do this museum twice whenever we go: once to take pictures and another time to read and view planes. Gift shop is lacking a bit and things don't change from year to year, but well displayed and explained. Best to go with a plane buff lol. Very cool place. Bulk of planes are outdoors with no shade.

Allow plenty of time to visit here. Wish the additional boneyard tour had been available. Still, there is so much to see here.

We enjoyed our visit! Lots of aircraft to view both indoors and out. Very well presented displays of a wide variety of aircraft. Best not to go in the middle of summer!

The amount of aircraft they have is incredible. Make sure you have time for the B-17 display. It is very hot to tour around there in the summer. Hope to go back in the winter months.

A really great air and space museum in Tucson. Some of the best parts to explore are outside so go when it’s a temp you can explore.

Note: They don’t allow backpacks and it was not on the website when we went to research. Camera backpacks are allowed but not ideal to leave bags in an unwatched parking lot. Broad variety of planes and audio tour available.

I was sad the tram that would take us around the planes outside and maybe explain about them was closed. (Corona virus precaution) I found several interactive displays not functioning. There were very unusual aircraft to look at it. Alot of reading.

A must see for any aviation enthusiast. Great collection of aircraft, including many unique models along with all of the classics (B17, B29, Spitfire, etc.). Where else this side of the Atlantic are you going to see a Gloster Meteor, albeit in IAF colors?

Great experience and very educational. Highly recommend not going on a Summer day as it get very very hot while walking the outdoor paths. Lots of very intriguing aircrafts and histories. It was cool to see my wife's grandfather on one of the educational information boards.

This is a great museum especially for aviation enthusiasts. The cashier wanted to know if the children under 18 and being paid for by our friend who is a local (locals get a discount) resided with my friend. The Senior citzen in our group had to produce ID to prove her Senior citizen status. I have never been interrogated by a cashier over a $2-$4 difference in price! The museum must take the cost of an improperly applied discount out of the cashier’s check.

For many years I have wanted to visit this museum and at last I was able to spend a short day there in May. It is incredible! It has around 400 aircraft located outside and another selection in hangars. You can take a tram tour for an extra payment but I chose to walk around (a few miles!) in the hot sun. So take sunscreen, water and a hat! Labelling is good and the audio tour was only $5, although limited to a handful of airframes. The outside aircraft suffer from the strong sunshine with faded paint schemes but are otherwise in good condition and not too crowded. There is so much to see. Modern planes include an ANA Boeing 787, a Cathay Pacific Boeing 777, the Orbis DC-10, Two Boeing 747’s and a Sud Aviation Caravelle (in poor condition), a Viscount, a Martin 404, several Convair liners, a Military Fokker Friendship, a Super Guppy, several Lockheed Constellations, DC7’s a very battered Boeing 727 and a range of military aircraft from Stratocruisers to a Globemaster to freighters and fighters and some big bombers. Inside the hangars are very well-preserved airframes including a Boeing B17, and a Spitfire. There is a good snack restaurant but a very mediocre gift shop with a poor selection of aviation books titles. Overall, the place is incredible ,and I hugely enjoyed my time there. It is a mecca for aviation enthusiasts.

I don't have a real interest in planes but the weather was very hot (I'm from the UK) so I thought I would check this out. The majority of this is outside, but there are indoor sections and you can do the outside by little train/golf buggy.
The commentary on the train could have been better, it sounded incredibly scripted and parrotted with no real feeling, the microphone also packed up half way through.
If you have any interest in aircraft then you must visit !

Just about anything that flies or ever has is located here... from a copy of Wilber and Orville Wright’s plane to drones. ...several hangars, but most of the aircraft are outside..B52s, Kennedy and Johnson,’s AF 1....amazing to wander throughout the rows and rows ..spent over 4 hours here viewing the aircraft and reading the info on numerous displays.... loved all of it!

We were coming back from a hike and stumbled upon this. I had not researched museums in the area, as we were looking at this as more of an outdoor type vacation. What a happy and unexpected find!

Even if you're not into aviation, the history, detail and scale of this place is amazing. I recommend it for anyone visiting the area, as you do not find an aviation museum this complete almost anywhere!

Museum is ok. You can spend easily spend couple of hours here. Good thing is there is couple of places to sit down if you are tired walking. But I would avoid this museum during summer months. Although the hangars are enclosed and indoor, it does not have AC and it can really get hot during peak summer.

We recommend the tram ride when you tour the planes out in the yard. The sheer variety of the planes and helicopter is amazing. The aircraft ranged from a tiny biplane aptly named Bumblebee to Air Force One to Cargo Planes to one called "The Guppy". If you have any interest in aviation you must come here. Listening to the stories of the veterans of the 390 Museum is something very special and truly brings history to life.

Spent a day here and it was not enough. We decided we could be here 3 or 4 days and still need to return. The docent at the 390th Bomber squadron bldg. was fantastic. He gave us a personal tour as there were few people there at the time. He had so many incredible stories to tell and was so knowledgeable about the aircraft and the men of the 390th squadron. Highly recommend a visit here, plus the ice cream is wonderful on a hot day.

Very large selection of aircraft, both inside hangar and outside. Commercial and army planes, and government owned planes.

Very fun , lots of cool planes. The food was great and the games were fun. The washer was soooooooo hot. 🔥 🥵 I recommend for tourists or if tucson.

What a wonderful museum. A must see. When we first were planning to visit we expected a large outside museum with walking a quick loop outside, but we didn’t realize how many other internal hangers there were and great well documented exhibits. This could easily be a 3-4 hour visit. The place exceeded all expectations for a reasonable admission fee. We ran out of time on our trip to see everything but will definitely be back.

Be sure to check out the B17 390th bomb group museum that is on the museum grounds. It’s free with the museum admission and there are reviews on trip advisor for this sub museum in the museum :)