Eastside 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
Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Downtown Tucson: An Audio Tour by an Author and Historian
Guided 90 Min Horseback Ride Catalina State Park Coronado Forest
2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle
Tucson: Food Tour with 6 Tastings of Southwestern Flavors
Top hotels in Eastside
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
Some of the best staff I've had at any hotel I have stayed at. Genuinely warm and friendly people work here. I did not use the pool or other amenities of this nature so I can't comment on these, but the rooms themselves were spacious and I liked how easy it was to find parking near my room because ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
Clean room. Very friendly staff. Food very good. Great views. Good location to activities. A bit outdated but would return.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hotel McCoy Tucson - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
Great helpful staff! Nice cozy neat place! Cool art and the bar/lobby was very cool!
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Red Roof Inn Tucson North - Marana
Very comfortable bed and clean room. Easy check in and staff was very friendly and helpful. Gon, stay here again.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Casino Del Sol Resort
Very clean
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucson Airport
The staff is so kind and the service is amazing.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Eastside
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.
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.
Sam Hughes
If you're spending some time in Sam Hughes, Himmel Park Tennis Center and Zocalo are top sights worth seeing.
Blenman-Elm
While Blenman-Elm isn't home to many top sights, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Catalina Foothills
If you're spending some time in Catalina Foothills, St. Phillips Plaza and La Encantada are top sights worth seeing.
