Sam Hughes Travel Guide
Tucson
Visit Sam Hughes
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 desert landscapes and mountain views.
Things to do
Tucson: Flandrau Science Center Entry Ticket
Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Discover Mt. Lemmon with an App-Based Driving Audio Tour
Downtown Tucson: An Audio Tour by an Author and Historian
2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle
Tucson: Food Tour with 6 Tastings of Southwestern Flavors
Top hotels in Sam Hughes
Aloft Tucson University
We were visiting our daughter at U of A and the convenience to campus is great!
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
Bed and pillows are wonderful. Got a great nights sleep!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hotel McCoy Tucson - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
Unable to comment. The staff on duty was friendly and helpful, but we checked out 20 minutes after walking into the room. Hotel McCoy was not the right accommodation for us.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Red Roof Inn Tucson North - Marana
Not a comfortable nighta sleep due to poor pillows. Rooms and building are older but clean.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
Nice big room(we had a junior suite). View was not great. Nice restaurant and sitting area around hotel. Nice grounds. Good food in the restaurant(we had a breakfast and dinner).
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Viscount Suites Tucson East
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Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sam Hughes
Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Blenman-Elm
While Blenman-Elm isn't home to many top sights, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Palo Verde
When in Palo Verde, you can plan a visit to Tucson Botanical Gardens and El Con Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown Tucson
Theatres, river views and live music are some highlights of Downtown Tucson. Make a stop by Fox Theatre or Rialto Theatre while you're exploring.
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.
