Santa Cruz Southwest 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.
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
Tucson: Southern Arizona Attractions 3-Day Discount Pass
Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Tucson: Food Tour with 6 Tastings of Southwestern Flavors
Ghosts Of Downtown Tucson Haunted History Tour
Downtown Tucson: An Audio Tour by an Author and Historian
Top hotels in Santa Cruz Southwest
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
Hotel was AMAZING, room was beautiful done, bed was so beyond comfortable. 10/10 would recommend and stay again and again and again. Front desk was so kind and friendly. Loved everything about this hotel. And the VIEW was 😍😍😍.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
Dated, old air conditioning unit and tv - amenities were ok - could not adjust ac
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Best Western InnSuites Tucson Foothills Hotel & Suites
Place is in need of some upkeep it I can see they are working on it. Great checkin, very good pool, breakfast was great!
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
Excellent all the way around. The property has been consistently great over the years.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hotel McCoy Tucson - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
Art work
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Casino Del Sol Resort
We had two cabanas, but they ran out of a lot of things to drink that were on the menu.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz Southwest
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.
Menlo Park
While visiting Menlo Park, you might make a stop by sights like Sentinel Peak and Tumamoc Hill.
Starr Pass
While Starr Pass may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Starr Pass Golf Club and Greasewood Park.
South Park
If you're spending some time in South Park, Cinemark Century Tucson Marketplace and Rocks and Ropes 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.
Drexel Heights
The ample dining options and casino gaming are top of the list for many visitors to Drexel Heights. A stop by Casino of the Sun or AVA Amphitheater might round out your trip.
