Santa Rita Ranch Travel Guide

Tucson

Popular places to visit

Saguaro National Park

Saguaro National Park

Hike, bike or drive through fields and forests containing one of the most recognized cactus plants in the world.

Saguaro National Park
Sabino Canyon which includes desert views

Sabino Canyon

Experience the natural beauty and wildlife of a large desert canyon on foot, by car or on a narrated tram tour.

Sabino Canyon
Pima Air and Space Museum

Pima Air and Space Museum

One of the largest aviation museums in the world houses aircraft and spacecraft from the 1920s to the present.

Pima Air and Space Museum
Old Tucson Studios showing heritage elements

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.

Old Tucson Studios
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum featuring desert views and signage

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

Encounter wolves, rattlesnakes, coyotes, bighorn sheep and rare plant species at this living museum in the desert.

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
Fox Theatre

Fox Theatre

The glamour of the 1930s comes alive in a restored movie palace that’s now a popular downtown arts venue.

Fox Theatre

Things to do

Tucson: Flandrau Science Center Entry Ticket

Tucson: Flandrau Science Center Entry Ticket

£11
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Tucson: Flandrau Science Center Entry Ticket
Tucson: Guided Food Walking Tour with Tastings

Tucson: Guided Food Walking Tour with Tastings

£65
per adult
Tucson: Guided Food Walking Tour with Tastings
Mount Lemmon Scenic Byway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

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

£13
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Mt. Lemmon with an App-Based Driving Audio Tour
Tucson Bundle

2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle

£15
per traveller
2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle
Tucson: Guided Historical City Tour with Transportation

Tucson: Guided Historical City Tour with Transportation

£56
per adult
Tucson: Guided Historical City Tour with Transportation
High End Japanese Sushi Class in Tucson

High-End Japanese Sushi Class in Tucson (Includes 5-Course Meal)

£81
per adult
High-End Japanese Sushi Class in Tucson (Includes 5-Course Meal)
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Top hotels in Santa Rita Ranch

Family Friendly Desert Mountain Oasis

Family Friendly Desert Mountain Oasis

Vail, AZ
Stay at this holiday home in Vail. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attraction Tucson Speedway is located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
"The stay was largely wonderful. Communication/responses from the team were sometimes inconsistent, but largely the hosts were very helpful! We had some problems with the WiFi which the hosts addressed very quickly! The house was beautiful and a great spot to stay. We look forward to returning ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucson Airport

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucson Airport

3 out of 5
7001 S Tucson Blvd, Tucson, AZ
The price is £57 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
£57
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,811 reviews)
"My stay was just fine for access to the airport and ease of parking. Staff helpful. An older facility that has been updated. Satisfactory overall--not a luxury resort, of course, but pricing was more to my liking."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucson Airport
Four Points by Sheraton Tucson Airport

Four Points by Sheraton Tucson Airport

3.5 out of 5
7060 S Tucson Blvd, Tucson, AZ
The price is £74 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
£74
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Shuttle service from and to the airport worked very well."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Four Points by Sheraton Tucson Airport
Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel

Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel

3.5 out of 5
7350 S Nogales Hwy, Tucson, AZ
The price is £86 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£86
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly resort in Tucson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,329 reviews)
No brainer
"This is our second visit. Hotel continues to deliver on cleanliness, friendly service and comfort. The pool and hot tub area are especially relaxing and luxurious. We will be back again and again."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel
Spark By Hilton Tucson Airport

Spark By Hilton Tucson Airport

3 out of 5
6935 S Tucson Blvd, Tucson, AZ
The price is £58 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£58
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Desert Diamond Casinos and Entertainment Tucson and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (122 reviews)
Cold AC
"Clean. Ice cold AC was appreciated. Great stay overall"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Spark By Hilton Tucson Airport
Las Palmas Hotel Tucson

Las Palmas Hotel Tucson

2 out of 5
5251 S Julian Dr, Tucson, AZ
The price is £49 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
£49
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Kino Sports Complex and Kino Veterans Memorial Stadium ...
8/10 Very Good! (170 reviews)
Friendly and affordable!
"Elizabeth is great at giving customer service! All employees were friendly, however the walls in room could of uesd a liitle detailing lots of prior food splatters and dirty baseboards but the bedding was clean and smelled nice! overall comfortable 2 night stay 😊"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Rita Ranch

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Eastside

Though Eastside may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Saguaro National Park and Park Place Mall.

Eastside
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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 Park
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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 AVA Amphitheater might round out your trip.

Drexel Heights
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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.

Tanque Verde
Tucson Botanical Gardens which includes a park

Midtown

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

Midtown
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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 Tucson

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