Sam Hughes Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

University of Arizona
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around University of Arizona, a top university in Tucson. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

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

Tucson: Ghosts Of Downtown Haunted History Tour

Downtown Tucson: An Audio Tour by an Author and Historian

Discover Mt. Lemmon with an App-Based Driving Audio Tour

Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Sam Hughes

Aloft by Marriott Tucson University
"Convenient location near the hospital"
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026

3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
"First, this was not a room. It was small apartment with a kitchenette, sofa/tv and a separate bedroom/bathroom. Plenty of room to spread out. Second, the pool area was large with plenty of space to relax. Third, and maybe best, a friendly, welcoming staff. We arrived before the check-in time, and ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026

Casino Del Sol Resort
"Ese lente"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
"Amazing place to stay with beautiful scenery."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026

Lodge on the Desert
"It was a very nice place. Enjoyed the non-hotel atmosphere. More of an individual casita feeling."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026

Best Western InnSuites Tucson Foothills Hotel & Suites
"the hotel was really run down. I broke out in a skin rash from the hard sheets. I asked for a crib for my granddaughter and it was a sleep and play that looked like it was pulled from the dumpster. The staff at check in was great and the breakfast was good but so crowded most of the food was gone. ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Sam Hughes

Catalina Foothills
If you're spending some time in Catalina Foothills, Rillito Park Horse Racetrack and Rillito River Park are top sights worth seeing.

Tanque Verde
Tanque Verde is noteworthy for its golf courses, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Arizona National Golf Club and Saguaro National Park.

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.

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

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.
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