Madera Reserve Travel Guide
Tucson
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Popular places to visit
University of Arizona
Explore the campus of University of Arizona during your trip to 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.
Sabino Canyon
Experience the natural beauty and wildlife of a large desert canyon on foot, by car or on a narrated tram tour.
Pima Air and Space Museum
One of the largest aviation museums in the world houses aircraft and spacecraft from the 1920s to the present.
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
Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Tucson: Food Tour with 6 Tastings of Southwestern Flavors
Ghosts Of Downtown Tucson Haunted History Tour
Discover Mt. Lemmon with an App-Based Driving Audio Tour
2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle
Top hotels in Madera Reserve
Baymont by Wyndham Tucson Airport
"Overall beautiful property with a lake view. All staff friendly and helpful. Restaurant food excellent."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel
"Great room and close to the airport. Enjoyed the proximity to all the sites and downtown. The casino was nice the staff was great. The patrons were rude 😆 but the staff made up for the people with bad attitudes. Definitely would recommend"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucson Airport
"Honestly -- I was expecting quite a bit better from this La Quinta. First - there was a strong windstorm that had hard greenbean-seeds from a tree pounding on my car. Ok, so I moved the car to a spot that wasn't under a tree - but still....you guys can't trim the trees up ...maybe even remove the ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Tucson Airport
"The staff were so friendly and helpful and the bed so comfortable. Didnt like that they didnt have breakfast."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Spark By Hilton Tucson Airport
"I'm a stickler for cleanliness, so I was mostly satisfied, just a few stray hairs in the shower. Front desk staff was excellent and helpful. Nice and quiet location just 3 minutes from departure doors at the airport."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Tucson Airport
"Great location, about the closest hotel to the airport. Ideal for an overnight stay, rooms are good size and a really nice breakfast for the price. Staff were helpful and pleasant, overall a good experience. It's stated that it's walkable from the terminal, which it is, but as we found out, there ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Madera Reserve
Catalina Foothills
If you're spending some time in Catalina Foothills, St. Phillips Plaza and Rillito Park Horse Racetrack 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 Saguaro National Park and Arizona National Golf Club.
Downtown Tucson
Theatres, river views and live music are some highlights of Downtown Tucson. Make a stop by Fox Theatre or Tucson Music Hall while you're exploring.
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.
Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
