Catalina Travel Guide
Tucson
Popular places to visit
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.
Reid Park Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Reid Park Zoo home during your holiday in Tucson? Discover the area's mountain views and desert landscapes.
Things to do
Tucson: Flandrau Science Center Entry Ticket
Guided 90 Min Horseback Ride Catalina State Park Coronado Forest
Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Downtown Tucson: An Audio Tour by an Author and Historian
2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle
Tucson: Food Tour with 6 Tastings of Southwestern Flavors
Top hotels in Catalina
Catalina Inn
Clean, safe. Convienant location. Does accept dogs but does not have a good place for the dogs to go potty we got cactus in a foot. Otherwise good.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
Great!
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
restroom vents were very dirty and dusty
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Hotel McCoy Tucson - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
No the selection of food was trash. The pool was filled with dead bugs. The rooms are literally motel -6. It is the most disgusting and nasty flat pillow and sunk in middle bed we have stayed in. Pictues on site are not what is actually offered. We booked 4 days and left after 2. Never EVER ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Red Roof Inn Tucson North - Marana
I would like two trash cans in the room. I appreciate the luggage carts since I travel alone and in not very good health. I was given a quiet room as requested.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
The Alice Hotel
Bed and pillows were very comfortable, and I liked the double showerheads in the bathroom!
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Catalina
Rancho Vistoso
While visiting Rancho Vistoso, you might make a stop by sights like Catalina State Park and Stone Canyon Club.
Dove Mountain
While visiting Dove Mountain, you might make a stop by sights like Golf Club at Dove Mountain and Gallery Golf Club.
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.
Catalina Foothills Estates
Though Catalina Foothills Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like La Encantada and St. Phillips Plaza.
Catalina Foothills
If you're spending some time in Catalina Foothills, St. Phillips Plaza and La Encantada are top sights worth seeing.
Cortaro
Cortaro is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Saguaro National Park or Quarry Pines Golf Club.
