Bear Canyon Travel Guide
Tucson
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Popular places to visit
University of Arizona
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around University of Arizona, a top university in Tucson. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Saguaro National Park
Hike, bike or drive through fields and forests containing one of the most recognized cactus plants in the world.
Davis-Monthan Air Force Base
After visiting Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tucson. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Pima Air and Space Museum
One of the largest aviation museums in the world houses aircraft and spacecraft from the 1920s to the present.
Sabino Canyon
Experience the natural beauty and wildlife of a large desert canyon on foot, by car or on a narrated tram tour.
Old Tucson Studios
This Western movie studio and theme park with rides, gunfights and stunt shows has been the setting for hundreds of Hollywood productions.
Things to do
Tucson: Flandrau Science Center Entry Ticket
Discover Mt. Lemmon with an App-Based Driving Audio Tour
2 Hours of Rappelling in Tucson with Snacks
This guid tour let’s the customer’s experience 4 bio zones.
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Mount Lemmon
Tucson Half Day Rock Climbing or Canyoneering in Arizona
Top hotels in Bear Canyon
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
"Our short stay was excellent. We appreciated the great service, cleanliness, reliable air conditioning, and the large refrigerator. The kitchenware and cookware provided made it easy to prepare meals, and the pool was very enjoyable as well. For a couple, this place is a great choice. The rooms are ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
"Very nice property would stay again."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Casino Del Sol Resort
"Beautiful and so enjoyable! However, there were no black out drapes, just sheer drapes and it was quite light in our room for sleeping."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Lodge on the Desert
"It was a very nice place. Enjoyed the non-hotel atmosphere. More of an individual casita feeling."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Best Western InnSuites Tucson Foothills Hotel & Suites
"the hotel was really run down. I broke out in a skin rash from the hard sheets. I asked for a crib for my granddaughter and it was a sleep and play that looked like it was pulled from the dumpster. The staff at check in was great and the breakfast was good but so crowded most of the food was gone. ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
"we spent little time at the resort but did enjoy our stay while at the resort"
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Bear Canyon
Catalina Foothills
If you're spending some time in Catalina Foothills, Rillito Park Horse Racetrack and Rillito River Park are top sights worth seeing.
Tanque Verde
Tanque Verde is noteworthy for its golf courses, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Arizona National Golf Club and Saguaro National Park.
Downtown Tucson
Theatres, river views and live music are some highlights of Downtown Tucson. Make a stop by Fox Theatre or Southern Arizona Heritage and Visitor Center while you're exploring.
Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Casas Adobes
Visitors highly recommend Casas Adobes for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Catalina Golf Course while you're in town.
