El Rio Acres Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit El Rio Acres
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 holiday in Tucson? Discover the area's desert landscapes and mountain views.
Activities
Downtown Tucson and Top Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Experience Saguaro East NP: GPS Guided Audio Tour
Our pick of the best El Rio Acres Hotel Deals
Hyatt Place Tucson – Central
A lot of homeless around the property and hot tub worked off and on.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
So surprised at how clean and new everything was.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Hotel McCoy Tucson - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
This was a very cute roadside motel that has been completely redone while still holding onto retro charm. The artwork was very cool. The staff were incredibly helpful and it was nice to be able to stop at the bar and get a drink after a long day. I also suggest trying a Tucson tamale when you stay ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Red Roof Inn Tucson North - Marana
It was fine.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
Yes perfect
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Casino Del Sol Resort
Outdoor pool area was great/clean. Fire pits were an excellent touch. My only knocks would be that they don’t let you bring drinks from the hotel bar to the casino even though the two are roughly 100’ apart and the casino is smokey. I didn’t think the hotel was, but the casino has a stale smoke smell ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Rio Acres
Menlo Park
While visiting Menlo Park, you might make a stop by sights like Sentinel Peak and Tumamoc Hill.
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.
Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Blenman-Elm
While Blenman-Elm isn't home to many top sights, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
