Cortaro 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.
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.
Activities
Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle
Self Guided Driving Audio Tour of Saguaro National Park
Tucson: Hot Air Balloon Ride with Champagne and Breakfast
High-End Japanese Sushi Class in Tucson (Includes 5-Course Meal)
Exquisite Italian Pasta in Tucson (Includes 5-Course Meal)
Our pick of the best Cortaro Hotel Deals
Red Roof Inn Tucson North - Marana
Decent hotel but don't expect a five star hotel. Hotel is a little worn, but the staff were excellent
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucson/Marana
None
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Travelodge by Wyndham Tucson AZ
I had to clean the filters on the A/C unit. No washrags in the room other than that it was great.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Comfort Inn & Suites North Tucson - Marana
Nice Room, Friendly Staff! Enjoyable stay!
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tucson North – Marana by IHG
Stay was great!
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
Room was clean staff is friendly we always stay here when traveling to tucson
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Cortaro
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.
Dove Mountain
While visiting Dove Mountain, you might make a stop by sights like Golf Club at Dove Mountain and Gallery Golf Club.
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.
Rancho Vistoso
While visiting Rancho Vistoso, you might make a stop by sights like Catalina State Park and Stone Canyon Club.
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.
Starr Pass
While Starr Pass may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Starr Pass Golf Club and Greasewood Park.
