Tombstone, Arizona — Ultimate City Guide

Why go

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

History

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

Airports

Bisbee Douglas International Airport (DUG) 32 mi to the centre

Douglas Bisbee, AZ, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.

Indoor | Outdoor

Bisbee Municipal Airport (BSQ) 26 mi to the centre

Bisbee, AZ, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.

Indoor | Outdoor

Cochise County Airport (CWX) 38 mi to the centre

Willcox, AZ, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.

Indoor | Outdoor

Douglas Municipal Airport (DGL) 42 mi to the centre

Douglas, AZ, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.

Indoor | Outdoor

Tombstone Municipal Airport 3.9 mi to the centre

Tombstone, AZ, US

Outdoor

Rancho San Marcos Airport 6.6 mi to the centre

Tombstone, AZ, US

Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season

May – September

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

Shoulder season

April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding

Deep winter

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

Getting there & around

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

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