Portillo Ridge 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.
University of Arizona
Explore the campus of University of Arizona during your trip to Tucson. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
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
Discover Mt. Lemmon with an App-Based Driving Audio Tour
2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle
Top hotels in Portillo Ridge
Baymont by Wyndham Tucson Airport
"Will stay again"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel
"Honestly for being a casino hotel you would think you could walk out your hotel room door and be right there at the casino but nope it's like a quarter of a mile walk around the building, and if you choose to walk through the inside watch out for giant roaches. I'm sure there still there since staff ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucson Airport
"Great stay!!"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Tucson Airport
"The bathroom sink was clogged. The bathroom was very small"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Spark By Hilton Tucson Airport
"It was clean and coffee in the common area was helpful later in the day."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Best Western Green Valley Inn
"The rooms had dirty linen, the pillows smelled like sweat. Housekeeping woke us up at 8 in the morning wanting to know if we were checking out that day or staying for a longer stay."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Portillo Ridge
Drexel Heights
The ample dining options and casino gaming are top of the list for many visitors to Drexel Heights. A stop by AVA Amphitheater or Casino del Sol might round out your trip.
Rita Ranch
If you're spending some time in Rita Ranch, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base and Fantasy Island Trails are top sights worth seeing.
Tucson Estates
If you're spending some time in Tucson Estates, Old Tucson Studios and Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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 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.
