Picture Rocks Travel Guide
Tucson
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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.
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
Tucson: Food Tour with 6 Tastings of Southwestern Flavors
Downtown Tucson: An Audio Tour by an Author and Historian
2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle
Discover Mt. Lemmon with an App-Based Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in Picture Rocks
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
Even though we didn’t get the room that was reserved, the one we stayed in was suitable. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. The pillows, however, were not comfortable at all.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
Pros: Nice location with great views, three pools, fantastic staff, beautiful grounds Cons: entire resort feels outdated, terrible Wi-Fi, When we checked in for our reserved poolside room, we were steered to a pool room at the backside of pool for quiet and privacy. Thank goodness!! Actual poolside ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Super Inn Tucson
Was devoured by bed bugs, unfortunately I sleep dead to the world Woke up to them on mattress and me. Dozens of bites. Told front desk ..... They ignored the complaint
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
Gorgeous propertyp
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel
Everything was great. I always love that Casino. I wish the race would go down on the hotel but it’s OK.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucson Airport
Enjoyed pool n nice room
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Picture Rocks
Cortaro
Cortaro is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Saguaro National Park or Quarry Pines Golf Club.
Dove Mountain
While visiting Dove Mountain, you might make a stop by sights like Golf Club at Dove Mountain and Gallery Golf Club.
Tucson Estates
If you're spending some time in Tucson Estates, Old Tucson Studios and Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Casas Adobes
Visitors highly recommend Casas Adobes for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Catalina Golf Course while you're in town.
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.
Menlo Park
While visiting Menlo Park, you might make a stop by sights like Sentinel Peak and Tumamoc Hill.
