El Presidio Historic District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit El Presidio Historic District
Popular places to visit
Tucson Museum of Art
A celebration of three millennia of art is spread over an entire block in one of the city’s historic districts.
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.
Activities
Downtown Tucson and Top Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Tucson: Food Tour with 6 Tastings of Southwestern Flavors
Explore America's Best: 30+ National Parks Self-Guided Bundle
Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle
Historical Guided Tour in Tucson
Our pick of the best El Presidio Historic District Hotel Deals
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
Spacious, clean room. Hotel close to numerous restaurants.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
All is well
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Lodge on the Desert
The staff was excellent and responsive. The grounds are well maintained.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
Very friendly staff. Beautiful property, will definitely be back.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tucson Mall by IHG
I didn’t have breakfast I had to leave early. The property and the inside were very clean. Also, the staff was great. I will give them a five star thank you.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
1st, the ladies at ck in on 12/8/25 Amazing! The spa! Rachel, Virginia, Alex and Claudia...i will be back. ALL MY BEST
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around El Presidio Historic District
Downtown Tucson
Theatres, river views and live music are some highlights of Downtown Tucson. Make a stop by Fox Theatre or Rialto Theatre while you're exploring.
Menlo Park
While visiting Menlo Park, you might make a stop by sights like Sentinel Peak and Tumamoc Hill.
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.
Sam Hughes
If you're spending some time in Sam Hughes, Himmel Park Tennis Center and Zocalo are top sights worth seeing.
South Park
If you're spending some time in South Park, Cinemark Century Tucson Marketplace and Rocks and Ropes are top sights worth seeing.
Blenman-Elm
While Blenman-Elm isn't home to many top sights, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
