Santa Cruz Southwest 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 desert landscapes and mountain views.
Things to do
Tucson: Flandrau Science Center Entry Ticket
Guided 90 Min Horseback Ride Catalina State Park Coronado Forest
Saguaro National Park Self-Guided 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 Santa Cruz Southwest
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
So surprised at how clean and new everything was.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Hotel McCoy Tucson - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
What a fun place to stay! This is a renovated motel with art and murals everywhere. It was a very clean, and fun to explore. The pool felt great. We enjoyed the oatmeal bar before our desert hike, too. Easy drive to downtown.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Red Roof Inn Tucson North - Marana
It was fine.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
Yes perfect
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Casino Del Sol Resort
clean rooms and property. convenient for are weekend at gem show
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
The Alice Hotel
Room was clean but super tiny. Area is sketchy, Pool Under construction, be honest it’s still dirt. I’ll do better research next time.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz Southwest
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.
Menlo Park
While visiting Menlo Park, you might make a stop by sights like Sentinel Peak and Tumamoc Hill.
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.
South Park
If you're spending some time in South Park, Rocks and Ropes and Cinemark Century Tucson Marketplace are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Tucson
Theatres, river views and live music are some highlights of Downtown Tucson. Make a stop by Fox Theatre or Southern Arizona Heritage and Visitor Center while you're exploring.
Drexel Heights
The ample dining options and casino gaming are top of the list for many visitors to Drexel Heights. A stop by Casino of the Sun or Casino del Sol might round out your trip.
