Shadow Hills Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Saguaro National Park

Saguaro National Park

4/5(1 review)

Hike, bike or drive through fields and forests containing one of the most recognized cactus plants in the world.

Saguaro National Park
Sabino Canyon showing desert views

Sabino Canyon

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Experience the natural beauty and wildlife of a large desert canyon on foot, by car or on a narrated tram tour.

Sabino Canyon
Pima Air and Space Museum

Pima Air and Space Museum

5/5(4 reviews)

One of the largest aviation museums in the world houses aircraft and spacecraft from the 1920s to the present.

Pima Air and Space Museum
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum which includes desert views and signage

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Encounter wolves, rattlesnakes, coyotes, bighorn sheep and rare plant species at this living museum in the desert.

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
Old Tucson Studios showing heritage elements

Old Tucson Studios

4.5/5(2 reviews)

This Western movie studio and theme park with rides, gunfights and stunt shows has been the setting for hundreds of Hollywood productions.

Old Tucson Studios
Tucson Botanical Gardens showing a park

Tucson Botanical Gardens

5/5(1 review)

Wander through cactus, herb and wildflower gardens and learn about desert plants in this flower-filled sanctuary in the city.

Tucson Botanical Gardens

Activities

Explore America's Best: 30+ National Parks Self-Guided Bundle

Explore America's Best: 30+ National Parks Self-Guided Bundle

NZ$212
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Explore America's Best: 30+ National Parks Self-Guided Bundle
Tucson: Guided Food Walking Tour with Tastings

Tucson: Guided Food Walking Tour with Tastings

NZ$146
per adult
Tucson: Guided Food Walking Tour with Tastings
Tucson Bundle

2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle

NZ$25
per traveller
2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle
Mount Lemmon Scenic Byway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

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

NZ$24
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Mt. Lemmon with an App-Based Driving Audio Tour
Tucson: Guided Historical City Tour with Transportation

Tucson: Guided Historical City Tour with Transportation

NZ$124
per adult
Tucson: Guided Historical City Tour with Transportation
Hohokam Petroglyphs

Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

NZ$17
per traveller
Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Our pick of the best Shadow Hills Hotel Deals

3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
3 out of 5
7411 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ
The price is NZ$91 per night from 26 June to 27 June
NZ$91
26 June - 27 June
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,930 reviews)
"I only write reviews when it’s beyond bad or if it far exceeds expectations. This place exceeded all expectations. Clean, comfortable, updated with high end details. Super friendly staff (Kelsey) with check-in and hosted happy hour. Price for value there’s none better in Tucson. Highly recommend ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
3 out of 5
720 W. Silverlake Road, Tucson, AZ
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,719 reviews)
"Second visit. Love the local feel. Very funky and comfortable."

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

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Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
4 out of 5
245 E Ina Rd, Tucson, AZ
The price is NZ$302 per night from 2 July to 3 July
NZ$302
2 July - 3 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Tucson. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Very clean and very nice property the only thing that sucked is one of the pools down for maintenance but it was great and the staff was so helpful and friendly"

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
Lodge on the Desert
Lodge on the Desert
4 out of 5
306 North Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly resort in Tucson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,896 reviews)
"Such a warm and welcoming staff. The property was well maintained and had a great pet friendly area. My room was so cozy and well decorated."

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

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Lodge on the Desert
Sheraton Tucson Hotel and Suites
Sheraton Tucson Hotel and Suites
3.5 out of 5
5151 E Grant Rd, Tucson, AZ
The price is NZ$180 per night from 29 June to 30 June
NZ$180
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Prices and location"

Reviewed on 18 Jun. 2025

Sheraton Tucson Hotel and Suites
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
4.5 out of 5
7000 N Resort Dr, Tucson, AZ
The price is NZ$407 per night from 29 June to 30 June
NZ$407
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"We had a great time, the place is quiet and serene. The Flying V did not disappoint, I recommend the table side Guac with the filet mignon, so yummy!"

Reviewed on 20 Jun. 2025

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Shadow Hills

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Catalina Foothills Estates

Though Catalina Foothills Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like La Encantada and St. Phillips Plaza.

Catalina Foothills Estates
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Catalina Foothills

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

Catalina Foothills
Tohono Chul Park showing desert views and outdoor art

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.

Casas Adobes
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Flowing Wells

When in Flowing Wells, you can plan a visit to Sporting Chance Center and Silverbell Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Flowing Wells
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Sam Hughes

If you're spending some time in Sam Hughes, Himmel Park Tennis Center and Zocalo are top sights worth seeing.

Sam Hughes
Downtown Tucson

Downtown Tucson

4/5(3 area reviews)

Theatres, river views and live music are some highlights of Downtown Tucson. Make a stop by Fox Theatre or St. Augustine Cathedral while you're exploring.

Downtown Tucson

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