Visit Tanque Verde
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.
Sabino Canyon
Experience the natural beauty and wildlife of a large desert canyon on foot, by car or on a narrated tram tour.
Pima Air and Space Museum
One of the largest aviation museums in the world houses aircraft and spacecraft from the 1920s to the present.
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.
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
Encounter wolves, rattlesnakes, coyotes, bighorn sheep and rare plant species at this living museum in the desert.
Fox Theatre
The glamour of the 1930s comes alive in a restored movie palace that’s now a popular downtown arts venue.
Activities
2 Hours of Rappelling in Tucson with Snacks
Discover Mt. Lemmon with an App-Based Driving Audio Tour
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Mount Lemmon
Historical Guided Tour in Tucson
Private Mt. Lemmon Rock Climbing Half-Day Tour in Arizona
Our pick of the best Tanque Verde Hotel Deals
Tanque Verde Ranch
Clean rooms, relaxing grounds and great hiking opations
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
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Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
This hotel is A+! Rooms clean and comfortable with mini fridge and microwave. Cool art everywhere. Friendly and helpful staff. Lots to do on the property... Pool, outdoor games, gym, arcade, board games in room and lobby. Wholeheartedly recommend!
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Lodge on the Desert
The staff was excellent and responsive. The grounds are well maintained.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
Very friendly staff. Beautiful property, will definitely be back.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tucson Mall by IHG
I didn’t have breakfast I had to leave early. The property and the inside were very clean. Also, the staff was great. I will give them a five star thank you.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Tanque Verde
Eastside
Though Eastside may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bowlero Tucson and Saguaro National Park.
Catalina Foothills
If you're spending some time in Catalina Foothills, St. Phillips Plaza and La Encantada are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Sam Hughes
If you're spending some time in Sam Hughes, Himmel Park Tennis Center and Zocalo are top sights worth seeing.
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.
