West University Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Nat Taylor
Photo by Nat Taylor

Popular places to visit

Saguaro National Park

Saguaro National Park

4/5(1 review)

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

Saguaro National Park
Sabino Canyon showing desert views

Sabino Canyon

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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

5/5(4 reviews)

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

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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 which includes desert views and signage

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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

Activities

Explore America's Best: 30+ National Parks Self-Guided Bundle

Explore America's Best: 30+ National Parks Self-Guided Bundle

AU$229
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Explore America's Best: 30+ National Parks Self-Guided Bundle
Tucson: Flandrau Science Center Entry Ticket

Tucson: Flandrau Science Center Entry Ticket

AU$23
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Tucson: Flandrau Science Center Entry Ticket
Tucson: Southern Arizona Attractions Discount Pass

Tucson: Southern Arizona Attractions Discount Pass

AU$23
per adult
Tucson: Southern Arizona Attractions Discount Pass
Tucson: Guided Food Walking Tour with Tastings

Tucson: Guided Food Walking Tour with Tastings

AU$135
per adult
Tucson: Guided Food Walking Tour with Tastings
Tucson Bundle

2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle

AU$30
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

AU$115
per adult
Tucson: Guided Historical City Tour with Transportation
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Our pick of the best West University Hotel Deals

Graduate by Hilton Tucson

Graduate by Hilton Tucson

4 out of 5
930 E 2nd St, Tucson, AZ
The price is AU$208 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
AU$208
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the bar and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,013 reviews)
"The blonde lady was above and beyond hospitable and professional"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Graduate by Hilton Tucson
Tucson Marriott University Park

Tucson Marriott University Park

3.5 out of 5
880 E 2nd St, Tucson, AZ
The price is AU$193 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$193
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Tucson. Enjoy room service, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Nobody bothered me nice and quiet"

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Tucson Marriott University Park
Best Western Royal Sun Inn & Suites

Best Western Royal Sun Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
1015 N Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ
The price is AU$135 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$135
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
Perfect
"Wonderful service, great property, location, room. Nice outdoor spaces and fabulous pool. This is our new favorite in Tucson!"

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Best Western Royal Sun Inn & Suites
University Inn

University Inn

2 out of 5
950 N Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ
The price is AU$123 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
AU$123
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Tucson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Clerk was very nice, and engaging."

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

University Inn
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills

3 Palms Tucson North Foothills

3 out of 5
7411 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ
The price is AU$78 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$78
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,164 reviews)
"Clean, well-kept, quiet and comfortable. All at a reasonable price"

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine

Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine

3 out of 5
720 W. Silverlake Road, Tucson, AZ
The price is AU$160 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$160
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,804 reviews)
Great place to stay!
"Great location right off I-10, super clean. Staff was very friendly and offered food recommendations in the area. Loved the vibe at Hotel McCoy! Definitely want to check out their other locations now or return to this one and spend more time there."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
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Other neighbourhoods around West University

Downtown Tucson

Downtown Tucson

4/5(3 area reviews)

Theatres, river views and live music are some highlights of Downtown Tucson. Make a stop by Fox Theatre or St. Augustine Cathedral while you're exploring.

Downtown Tucson
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Sam Hughes

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

Sam Hughes
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Menlo Park

While visiting Menlo Park, you might make a stop by sights like Sentinel Peak and Tumamoc Hill.

Menlo Park
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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
Tucson Botanical Gardens featuring a park

Midtown

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

Midtown
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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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