El Presidio Historic District Travel Guide
Tucson





Visit El Presidio Historic District
Popular places to visit

Tucson Museum of Art
A celebration of three millennia of art is spread over an entire block in one of the city’s historic districts.

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.
Things to do

Tucson: Flandrau Science Center Entry Ticket

2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle

Downtown Tucson: An Audio Tour by an Author and Historian

Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Tucson: Food Tour with 6 Tastings of Southwestern Flavors
Top hotels in El Presidio Historic District

3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
Clean, but bugs flying around, smell of chemical, un pleasant but fast service to change the room that was nice.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
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Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Super Inn Tucson
Security is always on site and the room has gotten really clean since 5 years ago
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
Double events planned seemed like much for the staff, overcrowded common areas due to limited use of larger facilities. Other then that beautiful
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026

Red Roof Inn Tucson North - Marana
Clean rooms, friendly and helpful staff. Free parking and dogs stay free.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel
The hotel is really nice, very clean, reasonably priced, and its right next to a bright and fun casino.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Presidio Historic District

Downtown Tucson
Theatres, river views and live music are some highlights of Downtown Tucson. Make a stop by Fox Theatre or Children's Museum Tucson while you're exploring.

West University
If you're spending some time in West University, 4th Avenue and Rogue Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Menlo Park
While visiting Menlo Park, you might make a stop by sights like Sentinel Peak and Tumamoc Hill.

Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium 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.

South Park
If you're spending some time in South Park, Cinemark Century Tucson Marketplace and Rocks and Ropes are top sights worth seeing.

