El Rio Acres 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
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
2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle
Top hotels in El Rio Acres
Hyatt Place Tucson – Central
Clean room, parking a little sketchy, located behind a circle k, no complimentary water. No room service. Carpet not sure if clean. Bed was nice
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
Very cheap and there’s a reason for it. You can tell it wasn’t cleaned before we stayed there because there was a deodorant lid right next to the bed and an old soap in the shower.
Reviewed on 16 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
I'm not an oatmeal and pop tart person, coffee was very good.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Rio Acres
Menlo Park
While visiting Menlo Park, you might make a stop by sights like Sentinel Peak and Tumamoc Hill.
West University
If you're spending some time in West University, 4th Avenue and Rogue Theatre 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.
Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium 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.
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.
