Peter Howell Travel Guide

Tucson

Popular places to visit

Saguaro National Park

Saguaro National Park

Hike, bike or drive through fields and forests containing one of the most recognized cactus plants in the world.

Saguaro National Park
Sabino Canyon which includes desert views

Sabino Canyon

Experience the natural beauty and wildlife of a large desert canyon on foot, by car or on a narrated tram tour.

Sabino Canyon
Pima Air and Space Museum

Pima Air and Space Museum

One of the largest aviation museums in the world houses aircraft and spacecraft from the 1920s to the present.

Pima Air and Space Museum
Old Tucson Studios showing heritage elements

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.

Old Tucson Studios
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum featuring desert views and signage

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

Encounter wolves, rattlesnakes, coyotes, bighorn sheep and rare plant species at this living museum in the desert.

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
Fox Theatre

Fox Theatre

The glamour of the 1930s comes alive in a restored movie palace that’s now a popular downtown arts venue.

Fox Theatre

Things to do

Tucson: Flandrau Science Center Entry Ticket

Tucson: Flandrau Science Center Entry Ticket

฿491
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Tucson: Flandrau Science Center Entry Ticket
Tucson: Guided Food Walking Tour with Tastings

Tucson: Guided Food Walking Tour with Tastings

฿2,811
per adult
Tucson: Guided Food Walking Tour with Tastings
Mount Lemmon Scenic Byway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Discover Mt. Lemmon with an App-Based Driving Audio Tour

฿556
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Mt. Lemmon with an App-Based Driving Audio Tour
Tucson Bundle

2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle

฿655
per traveller
2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle
Tucson: Guided Historical City Tour with Transportation

Tucson: Guided Historical City Tour with Transportation

฿2,457
per adult
Tucson: Guided Historical City Tour with Transportation
Tucson: How the West was Won Guided Tour

Tucson: How the West was Won Guided Tour

฿3,930
per adult
Tucson: How the West was Won Guided Tour
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Top hotels in Peter Howell

Lodge on the Desert

Lodge on the Desert

4 out of 5
306 North Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ
The price is ฿4,045 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
฿4,045
฿4,662 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly resort in Tucson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,901 reviews)
"Given a free breakfast for anniversary, room was clean quiet and comfortable. Stayed in the room with the hot tub, perfect for two people and relaxing. Good staycation."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Lodge on the Desert
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills

3 Palms Tucson North Foothills

3 out of 5
7411 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ
The price is ฿1,516 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿1,516
฿1,856 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,273 reviews)
"Really clean. The tv did not work But it was ok"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine

Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine

3 out of 5
720 W. Silverlake Road, Tucson, AZ
The price is ฿2,923 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
฿2,923
฿3,404 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,827 reviews)
"Everything is effortless from check in to the pool and bar! Rooms are so dope and spacious! The staff are all amazing, friendly and ready to assist! The hotel is quiet with plenty of fun activities!"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Tucson - Williams Center

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Tucson - Williams Center

4 out of 5
5335 E Broadway, Tucson, AZ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,090 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,090
฿3,592 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"The carpet was dirty wish they would of cleaned the carpet great continental morning breakfast"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Tucson - Williams Center
Casino Del Sol Resort

Casino Del Sol Resort

4 out of 5
5655 W Valencia Rd, Tucson, AZ
The price is ฿3,172 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
฿3,172
฿3,554 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Tucson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,065 reviews)
"Nice rooms"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Casino Del Sol Resort
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort

4.5 out of 5
7000 N Resort Dr, Tucson, AZ
The price is ฿5,788 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
฿5,788
฿7,899 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Overall nice property. Peaceful and relaxing. Staff were great. Lobby is nice to hang out in at any time of the day. Check in was easy."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Peter Howell

Tucson Botanical Gardens which includes a park

Midtown

If you're spending some time in Midtown, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Midtown
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Sam Hughes

If you're spending some time in Sam Hughes, Himmel Park Tennis Center and Zocalo are top sights worth seeing.

Sam Hughes
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Rincon Heights

While there might not be top attractions in Rincon Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Arizona Stadium and McKale Center.

Rincon Heights
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South Park

If you're spending some time in South Park, Cinemark Century Tucson Marketplace and Rocks and Ropes are top sights worth seeing.

South Park
Downtown Tucson

Downtown Tucson

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

Theatres, river views and live music are some highlights of Downtown Tucson. Make a stop by Fox Theatre or St. Augustine Cathedral while you're exploring.

Downtown Tucson
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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.

South Tucson

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