Rita Ranch Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
University of Arizona
Explore the campus of University of Arizona during your trip to Tucson. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
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.
Activities
Discover Mt. Lemmon with an App-Based Driving Audio Tour
Self Guided Mt. Lemmon Scenic Byway Driving Tour
Private Mt. Lemmon Rock Climbing Half-Day Tour in Arizona
Tucson: How the West was Won Guided Tour
Self Guided Driving Audio Tour of Saguaro National Park
Our pick of the best Rita Ranch Hotel Deals
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
"Love the 2 room suite. Appreciate c the fridge and micro. We enjoyed the pool and hot tub. I think it was the best value for what we paid. This is our fifth time going to this property. There's also plenty of places to eat nearby and to get groceries and snacks."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
"The room was large and so was the cockaroach waiting to greet us! There were a bunch of other small bugs in the shower but they did not bother us. The mirrors were streaky and they need to start using clorox magic wands to clean the toilet. We wanted coffee Saturday morning but the barista did not ..."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
"Property was amazing, peaceful. Staff was really nice. Down side the AC in the room when it would come on sounded like a machine gun. Didn’t get much sleep."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Casino Del Sol Resort
"Great stay!!!"
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Lodge on the Desert
"We were surprised at the quality of the restaurant on site. Excellent dinner dining experience. Casual atmosphere, but top quality menu. The included breakfast buffet far better than those out-of-the-box cheap breakfast buffets at most places. I was really surprised. Room clean, housekeeping prompt, ..."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown
"Very nice staff and helpful. Unfortunately the place just not on their best. Trash was not cleaned outside my room."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Rita Ranch
Catalina Foothills
If you're spending some time in Catalina Foothills, Rillito Park Horse Racetrack and Rillito River Park 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.
Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium 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.
