Rancho Vistoso Travel Guide
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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
Discover Mt. Lemmon with an App-Based Driving Audio Tour
Guided 90 Min Horseback Ride Catalina State Park Coronado Forest
Private Mt. Lemmon Rock Climbing Half-Day Tour in Arizona
Tucson: Flandrau Science Center Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Rancho Vistoso
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
Small Hotel with a Huge personality! The staff here is amazing and so friendly. The rooms are large and so clean. We will definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
Comfortable room
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
A beautiful Sonoran desert experience. Staff was welcoming and accommodating. The room was clean and well equipped with soothing views. They were so nice to our granddaughter. My only caveat: there was only watery coffee available at this resort. It was so tasteless and weak. Apparently their (one ...
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
Yes
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Lodge on the Desert
Best stay with my pets loved the sui
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Red Roof Inn Tucson South - Airport
Room was clean and well kept. The parking lot could use some repairs and I could not find the ice machine. Others at the Inn were loud at time and my key needed recharged every day since it would not open the door. Otherwise, it is a good place for the money.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rancho Vistoso
Catalina
Catalina is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Catalina State Park and Catalina Neighborhood Park.
Dove Mountain
While visiting Dove Mountain, you might make a stop by sights like Golf Club at Dove Mountain and Gallery Golf Club.
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.
Catalina Foothills Estates
Though Catalina Foothills Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like La Encantada and St. Phillips Plaza.
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.
Catalina Foothills
If you're spending some time in Catalina Foothills, St. Phillips Plaza and La Encantada are top sights worth seeing.
