The Garden District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit The Garden District
Popular places to visit
Tucson Botanical Gardens
Wander through cactus, herb and wildflower gardens and learn about desert plants in this flower-filled sanctuary in the city.
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.
Activities
Discover Mt. Lemmon with an App-Based Driving Audio Tour
Tucson: Food Tour with 6 Tastings of Southwestern Flavors
Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle
2 Hours of Rappelling in Tucson with Snacks
Our pick of the best The Garden District Hotel Deals
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
Decent hotel/motel in northern Tucson. It’s on a busy shopping road surrounded by many strip malls/shopping centers. Convenient for shopping, but not scenic or convenient to much else. Rooms were clean. Pool was nice, but it was too hot to use middays. Had 2 laundry rooms with 2 machine each and ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
Muy bonita la felicidad de las personas de recepción, muy amables muy limpio el cuarto, todo muy bien
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Best Western InnSuites Tucson Foothills Hotel & Suites
Nothing
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hotel McCoy Tucson - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
Decent motel in southwest Tucson. Eclectic, artsy vibe with an onsite bar with local artists works on display and for sale. Room was clean with a comfortable bed, basic furnishings and a huge TV, but a bit small. Convenient to Route 10, but not much else. It’s in kind of an industrial/warehouse area ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
Great option in Tucson. Friendly staff that cares. Nice amenities, including a terrific gym. The property is a 1980’s design, and will need some updating in the years to come, but it’s all very well maintained. About 20 min to UofA if visiting a child. Only criticism would be the lack of a concierge. ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Casino Del Sol Resort
Would be very nice if they had table service in all the bars. One bar tender really isn’t quite enough.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around The Garden District
Palo Verde
When in Palo Verde, you can plan a visit to Tucson Botanical Gardens and El Con Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
West University
If you're spending some time in West University, 4th Avenue and Rogue Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Catalina Foothills
If you're spending some time in Catalina Foothills, St. Phillips Plaza and La Encantada are top sights worth seeing.
