El Montevideo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.

University of Arizona
Explore the campus of University of Arizona during your trip to Tucson. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

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.
Activities

2 Hours of Rappelling in Tucson with Snacks

Tucson's Dark History True Crime Downtown Tour

Tucson: Fun 2 Hour Pasta Making Class With Local Chef

Discover Mt. Lemmon with an App-Based Driving Audio Tour

Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Mount Lemmon
Our pick of the best El Montevideo Hotel Deals

3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
"Very comfortable and convenient. Always my first choice in Tucson"
Reviewed on 5 June 2026

Casino Del Sol Resort
"Everything"
Reviewed on 5 June 2026

Best Western InnSuites Tucson Foothills Hotel & Suites
"It was an older property could use an exterior update but when we walked into our room very nice clean and updated"
Reviewed on 4 June 2026

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
"Love it and it was better than expected! Will be back."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026

Lodge on the Desert
"Beautiful place and good location. If they put a little money into it, would be a 10/10. Our rooms deadbolt did not work, and the air conditioner could not quite keep up with the 100 degree temps."
Reviewed on 5 June 2026

Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown
"Convenient location, comfortable room, helpful staff, nice pool area. I would stay here again"
Reviewed on 5 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in El Montevideo

Catalina Foothills
If you're spending some time in Catalina Foothills, St. Phillips Plaza and La Encantada are top sights worth seeing.

Tanque Verde
Tanque Verde is noteworthy for its golf courses, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Arizona National Golf Club and Saguaro National Park.

Downtown Tucson
Theatres, river views and live music are some highlights of Downtown Tucson. Make a stop by Fox Theatre or Southern Arizona Heritage and Visitor Center while you're exploring.

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.

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
















