Rancho Valencia Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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
Guided 90 Min Horseback Ride Catalina State Park Coronado Forest
Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Discover Mt. Lemmon with an App-Based Driving Audio Tour
Downtown Tucson: An Audio Tour by an Author and Historian
2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle
Top hotels in Rancho Valencia
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
Beautiful pool area. Great gym-one of the best hotel gyms we have seen. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
There are places that give you a room, and there are places that give you a story. Hotel McCoy is the latter. In short, Hotel McCoy does not overwhelm you with luxury; it wins you over with character. It is basic, yes — but it is clean, spirited, and possessed of that rare quality: character charm ...
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Lodge on the Desert
Clean and quiet
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
Heated pools
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
Everything is top notch. Clean rooms, location, hiking, golf, pool, fitness, spa, etc. Would highly recommend
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Casino Del Sol Resort
Everything was great.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rancho Valencia
South Park
If you're spending some time in South Park, Rocks and Ropes and Cinemark Century Tucson Marketplace are top sights worth seeing.
South Tucson
Restaurants and festivals are just a few things travellers like about South Tucson. A stop by Tucson Greyhound Park is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Sam Hughes
If you're spending some time in Sam Hughes, Himmel Park Tennis Center and Zocalo are top sights worth seeing.
Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Tucson
Theatres, river views and live music are some highlights of Downtown Tucson. Make a stop by Fox Theatre or Tuscon Arena while you're exploring.
Palo Verde
When in Palo Verde, you can plan a visit to Tucson Botanical Gardens and El Con Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
