Rillito Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Activities
Tucson: Flandrau Science Center Entry Ticket
Tucson: Southern Arizona Attractions Discount Pass
Downtown Tucson: An Audio Tour by an Author and Historian
2 Hours of Rappelling in Tucson with Snacks
Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Downtown Tucson and Top Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Rillito Hotel Deals
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
Great price, nice hot tub, and clean, modern room. Will be back if the prices stay similar.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
The room was NOT what I expected for $250 CND/ night. It had a bare concrete floor, no closet or microwave, the bathroom sink had no hot water and only 1 metal chair to sit one. Breakfast was oatmeal and pop tarts ( lots of toppings for the oatmeal)
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
The room was comfortable and clean. There was only 1 bathrobe in the room and despite requesting another we did not get one. The soundproofing in the room was very poor. We could clearly hear conversations from the room next door. This was very disappointing given the cost of the room.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Red Roof Inn Tucson North - Marana
Room was clean but the side of the bed nearest the nightstand was completely broken down. It was like sleeping on the box spring. And the other bed in the room was almost as bad and a good 12 inches higher off the floor, I was afraid that my handicapped spouse would fall off it while sleeping. We ...
Reviewed on 24 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
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Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rillito
Palo Verde
When in Palo Verde, you can plan a visit to Tucson Botanical Gardens and McKale Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Catalina Foothills
If you're spending some time in Catalina Foothills, St. Phillips Plaza and La Encantada are top sights worth seeing.
Blenman-Elm
While Blenman-Elm isn't home to many top sights, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Sam Hughes
If you're spending some time in Sam Hughes, Himmel Park Tennis Center and Zocalo are top sights worth seeing.
Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
