Starr Ridge Travel Guide
Tourist Guide


Visit Starr Ridge
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.

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.

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

2 Hours of Rappelling in Tucson with Snacks

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

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Mount Lemmon

Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Starr Ridge Hotel Deals

3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
Room was clean, bed and pillows were comfy, and water pressure was outstanding. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
Staff were great! Fun atmosphere
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Best Western InnSuites Tucson Foothills Hotel & Suites
Great staff. Lovely breakfast
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
Wonderful, unique place.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Lodge on the Desert
Got an upgrades to a suite and breakfast. Lovely grounds and excellent housekeeping. Friendly staff and great location.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
Yes
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Starr Ridge

Tucson Estates
If you're spending some time in Tucson Estates, Old Tucson Studios and Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Drexel Heights
The ample dining options and casino gaming are top of the list for many visitors to Drexel Heights. A stop by Casino del Sol or Casino of the Sun might round out your trip.

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.

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.
