The Pines Travel Guide
Tucson
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 mountain views and desert landscapes.
Things to do
Tucson: Flandrau Science Center Entry Ticket
Downtown Tucson and Top Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour
2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle
Downtown Tucson: An Audio Tour by an Author and Historian
Discover Mt. Lemmon with an App-Based Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in The Pines
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
Friendly staff, clean and complete rooms, comfy beds, location and ease of use and parking
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
The staff was incredibly accommodating!
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
Kind staff, beautiful rooms and scenery, delicious food
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Red Roof Inn Tucson North - Marana
Room clean, staff nice, price great, Denny and gas station in the same area
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
Friendly professional staff. Facilities looked 60s chic but was kept up to date. Rooms were clean and spacious.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Lodge on the Desert
Loved the casita with 2 rooms, the beds are wonderful. Staff are so nice and the facilities were beautiful. Would definitely stay there again!
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Pines
Cortaro
Cortaro is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Saguaro National Park or Quarry Pines Golf Club.
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.
Dove Mountain
While visiting Dove Mountain, you might make a stop by sights like Golf Club at Dove Mountain and Gallery Golf Club.
Rancho Vistoso
While visiting Rancho Vistoso, you might make a stop by sights like Stone Canyon Club and Catalina State Park.
Catalina Foothills Estates
Though Catalina Foothills Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like La Encantada and St. Phillips Plaza.
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.
