Sam Hughes Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Sam Hughes
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 mountain views and desert landscapes.
Activities
Downtown Tucson and Top Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Tucson: Food Tour with 6 Tastings of Southwestern Flavors
Discover Mt. Lemmon with an App-Based Driving Audio Tour
Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
2 Hours of Rappelling in Tucson with Snacks
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Mount Lemmon
Our pick of the best Sam Hughes Hotel Deals
Aloft Tucson University
Location is great, staff is great, lobby is great, beds and bathroom great. The hallways need work, rooms aren’t perfect. If you are going to the U of A for a function it’s worth a stay.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
Everything was wonderful!! Second time staying here and it's always so clean, and peaceful!! Only thing missing is a small breakfast ot option for pastries and juices options. That would out the icing on the cake there. Thank you 3 Palms staff
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
Older but very well kept very eclectic.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Lodge on the Desert
Outstanding hotel with old style charm
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
Beautiful setting with great views. Staff was very nice and the room well maintained. We enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Casino Del Sol Resort
I have always loved staying here. Best gaming in Tucson.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sam Hughes
Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium 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.
Downtown Tucson
Theatres, river views and live music are some highlights of Downtown Tucson. Make a stop by Fox Theatre or Tuscon Arena while you're exploring.
South Park
If you're spending some time in South Park, Cinemark Century Tucson Marketplace and Rocks and Ropes 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.
Menlo Park
While visiting Menlo Park, you might make a stop by sights like Sentinel Peak and Tumamoc Hill.
