Desert Vista
Tucson
Visit Desert Vista
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.
Sabino Canyon
Experience the natural beauty and wildlife of a large desert canyon on foot, by car or on a narrated tram tour.
Pima Air and Space Museum
One of the largest aviation museums in the world houses aircraft and spacecraft from the 1920s to the present.
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.
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
Encounter wolves, rattlesnakes, coyotes, bighorn sheep and rare plant species at this living museum in the desert.
Fox Theatre
The glamour of the 1930s comes alive in a restored movie palace that’s now a popular downtown arts venue.
Things to do
Tucson: Flandrau Science Center Entry Ticket
Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
2 Hours of Rappelling in Tucson with Snacks
Tucson: Food Tour with 6 Tastings of Southwestern Flavors
Downtown Tucson and Top Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Desert Vista
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
There was a resort feel to the property, which was really nice. The room I stayed in had an attached sitting area, which was a nice surprise. The room was very clean, with no odor, and the mattress was comfortable. It was quiet, and I was able to get a great night’s sleep. I would definitely stay ...
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025
Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
Awesome place, definitely not your run of the mill hotel
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025
Lodge on the Desert
The room was beautiful and clean! We loved the fireplace and how spacious the room was.
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
Beautiful location
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
It was OK. In the room, there were lights that weren’t working and a flimsy toilet seat that moved every time you sat down. The massage at the spa was phenomenal. The area around the property was pretty.
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tucson Mall by IHG
Im still here and everything is going GREAT.
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Desert Vista
Tortolita
Tortolita is well-liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Crooked Tree Golf Course and El Conquistador Golf Course are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Rancho Vistoso
While visiting Rancho Vistoso, you might make a stop by sights like Catalina State Park and Stone Canyon Club.
Dove Mountain
If you're spending some time in Dove Mountain, Golf Club at Dove Mountain and Gallery Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Cortaro
Cortaro is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Saguaro National Park and Quarry Pines Golf Club while in the area.
Catalina
Catalina is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Catalina State Park and Catalina Neighborhood Park.
