Southern Arizona, AZ

Travel Guide

Fox Theatre featuring signage, heritage elements and theater scenes
Fox Theatre showing street scenes, a city and signage
Saguaro National Park featuring desert views and mountains
Old Tucson Studios which includes mountains, desert views and tranquil scenes
Saguaro National Park featuring desert views and a sunset

Where to stay in Southern Arizona

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Catalina Foothills

Nestled north of Tucson, this affluent community boasts upscale shopping at La Encantada and luxurious resorts along the resort corridor. Explore attractions like Sabino Canyon, DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, and the scenic Santa Catalina Mountains.

Catalina Foothills
Downtown Tucson

Downtown Tucson

3.5/5(413 area reviews)

Theaters, river views, and live music highlight some of the noteworthy features of Downtown Tucson. Make a stop by Fox Theatre or St. Augustine Cathedral while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Downtown Tucson
Tucson Botanical Gardens featuring a garden

Midtown

If you're spending some time in Midtown, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Midtown
Tohono Chul Park which includes outdoor art and desert views

Casas Adobes

Travelers come to Casas Adobes for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Tohono Chul Park and Catalina Golf Course while you're in town.

Casas Adobes
View from the ropes course at Miraval Spa with the Santa Catilina Mountains in the background.

Catalina

Experiencing population growth, this rural community offers nearby attractions like Catalina State Park and Biosphere 2 for nature enthusiasts.

Catalina
Old Tucson Studios showing heritage elements and tranquil scenes

Tucson Estates

While visiting Tucson Estates, you might make a stop by sights like Old Tucson Studios and Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum.

Tucson Estates
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
3 out of 5
7411 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 335 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
SAR 335
SAR 410 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,383 reviews)
"Absolutely wonderful. Spotless. Terrific shower. Comfortable bed. And delightful check in!"

Reviewed on 8 March 2025

3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
3 out of 5
720 W. Silverlake Road, Tucson, AZ
The price is SAR 379 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
SAR 379
SAR 440 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,513 reviews)
"Hotel McCoy was great! Friendly staff and beautiful grounds made it a great place to stay. The weather was cooler than we anticipated making the heated pool a real treat. It was like bath water, wonderful soothing. We are here to visit the University of Arizona & if our student decides to enroll ..."

Reviewed on 7 March 2025

Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucson Airport
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucson Airport
2.5 out of 5
7001 S Tucson Blvd, Tucson, AZ
The price is SAR 305 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
SAR 305
SAR 356 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,717 reviews)
"Only down side is breakfast ends early. At least for us. Everything else is good"

Reviewed on 7 March 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucson Airport
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The Avenida Condominiums
The Avenida Condominiums
3 out of 5
1928 N Ave De Palmas, Casa Grande, AZ
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Casa Grande. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Casa Grande Valley Historical Society ...
6.2/10 (50 reviews)
"I’ve stayed here 3 times in different units; each time was a nice and quiet stay. I enjoyed it and will return in the near future"

Reviewed on 25 February 2025

The Avenida Condominiums
Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge
Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge
4 out of 5
6200 N Club House Ln, Tucson, AZ
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Tucson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (729 reviews)
"Everything was very good with spacious rooms and great pool, pickleball and tennis. The only issue was the tree/bushes growing up next to our balcony that blocked the view of the mountains and golf course. I talked with 2 people and the general manager and they could not get it trimmed for the ..."

Reviewed on 6 March 2025

Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge
Stampede RV Resort
Stampede RV Resort
3.5 out of 5
18 W Allen St, Tombstone, AZ
Stay at this 3.5-star cabin in Tombstone. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (94 reviews)
"I had a great time staying at the Stampede. It was a short walk to downtown Tombstone. It was quiet and they have a great little cafe behind the office that had wonderful breakfast food and coffee to start the day. The unit itself was clean and the complementary coffee K cups were a bonus. Some small ..."

Reviewed on 19 February 2025

Stampede RV Resort
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Popular places to visit

Saguaro National Park featuring desert views and mountains

Saguaro National Park

4.5/5(915 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Saguaro National Park and enjoy the hiking trails in Tucson. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's desert landscapes.

Saguaro National Park
Tombstone Historic District

Tombstone Historic District

4.5/5(397 reviews)

Find out about the history of Tombstone when you take a trip to Tombstone Historic District. Discover the area's desert landscape and seek out the horseback riding.

Tombstone Historic District
Sabino Canyon which includes desert views

Sabino Canyon

4.5/5(514 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sabino Canyon during your travels in Tucson. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.

Sabino Canyon
Pima Air and Space Museum

Pima Air and Space Museum

4.5/5(370 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Pima Air and Space Museum during your travels in Tucson. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Pima Air and Space Museum
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum which includes signage and desert views

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

4.5/5(665 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum during your travels in Tucson. Discover the area's mountain views and desert landscapes.

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
Old Tucson Studios featuring heritage elements

Old Tucson Studios

4.5/5(377 reviews)

Bring the family to Old Tucson Studios and enjoy this exciting amusement park in Tucson. Discover the area's mountain views and desert landscapes.

Old Tucson Studios