Santa Cruz Southwest, AZ
Tucson
Visit Santa Cruz Southwest
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 vacation in Tucson? Discover the area's desert landscapes and mountain views.
Santa Cruz Southwest Hotel Deals
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
So surprised at how clean and new everything was.
Reviewed on 2026/3/26
Hotel McCoy Tucson - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
What a fun place to stay! This is a renovated motel with art and murals everywhere. It was a very clean, and fun to explore. The pool felt great. We enjoyed the oatmeal bar before our desert hike, too. Easy drive to downtown.
Reviewed on 2026/3/26
Red Roof Inn Tucson North - Marana
It was fine.
Reviewed on 2026/3/25
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
Yes perfect
Reviewed on 2026/3/25
Casino Del Sol Resort
clean rooms and property. convenient for are weekend at gem show
Reviewed on 2026/3/25
The Alice Hotel
Room was clean but super tiny. Area is sketchy, Pool Under construction, be honest it’s still dirt. I’ll do better research next time.
Reviewed on 2026/3/24
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Other neighborhoods around Santa Cruz Southwest
South Tucson
Heavily influenced by Mexican culture, this enclave boasts numerous Mexican restaurants, colorful buildings, and outdoor murals. South Fourth Avenue is a hotspot for long-established eateries like Mi Nidito.
Menlo Park
While visiting Menlo Park, you might make a stop by sights like Sentinel Peak and Tumamoc Hill.
Starr Pass
While Starr Pass isn't home to many top sights, Starr Pass Golf Club and Greasewood Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
South Park
If you're spending some time in South Park, Rocks and Ropes and Cinemark Century Tucson Marketplace are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Tucson
Theaters, river views, and live music highlight some of the noteworthy features of Downtown Tucson. Make a stop by Fox Theatre or Southern Arizona Heritage and Visitor Center while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Drexel Heights
The abundant dining options and casinos are top of the list for many visitors to Drexel Heights. A stop by Casino of the Sun or Casino del Sol might round out your trip.
