El Presidio Historic District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





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.
Steinfeld Mansion
You can learn about the history of Tucson with a trip to Steinfeld Mansion. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.
J. Knox Corbett House
You can study the exhibits at J. Knox Corbett House, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Tucson. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Presidio San Agustin del Tucson
You can browse the exhibits at Presidio San Agustin del Tucson, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Tucson. Discover the area's mountain views and desert landscapes.
Romero House
Find out about the history of Tucson when you take a trip to Romero House. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Cheyney House
Learn about the local history of Tucson when you spend time at Cheyney House. Discover the area's mountain views and desert landscapes.
Activities

Tucson: Flandrau Science Center Entry Ticket

Tucson: Southern Arizona Attractions Discount Pass

Downtown Tucson: An Audio Tour by an Author and Historian

Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Downtown Tucson and Top Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour

2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle
Our pick of the best El Presidio Historic District Hotel Deals

3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
close to shopping restaurants good neighborhood really excellent room!!
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Hotel McCoy Tucson - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
Cool, cute and clever concept hotel with lots of artwork in the rooms and throughout the property. At check-in, we received poker chips good for free draft beer or wine, which we enjoyed while sitting by the pool. Our room was in the middle wing of the hotel, so we didn't notice the freeway noise ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Red Roof Inn Tucson North - Marana
There was multiple stains on comforter and dead roaches in room when I arrived. The ac unit was run down and was loud like sitting on side of highway
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
Love the outdoor dining at this resort !
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Casino Del Sol Resort
The coffee maker didn’t work and the bathroom was dirty. Staff did nothing about it.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

The Alice Hotel
The room was perfect. The event we came to town for was cancelled at the last minute and had it not been for cute room we booked at the hotel the trip would have been a total bust.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
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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 Southern Arizona Heritage and Visitor Center while you're exploring.

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.

Sam Hughes
If you're spending some time in Sam Hughes, Zocalo and Himmel Park Tennis Center are top sights worth seeing.
