Visit Barrio Historico
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.
Things to do
Tucson: Flandrau Science Center Entry Ticket
Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Tucson: Food Tour with 6 Tastings of Southwestern Flavors
2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle
Explore America's Best: 30+ National Parks Self-Guided Bundle
300 Years of Spanish History in Downtown Tucson: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Barrio Historico
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
A lovely hotel with comfortable bed, nice room, and convenient location. Pools and recreation area are perfect.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
The McCoy is a great value with a fun atmosphere. It's a 1960's motel that has been completely updated. It's very clean and safe.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
Wonderful stay. The rooms were clean. We had a beautiful mountain and waterfall view.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Lodge on the Desert
I did a previous review in error - thought it was for another place we stayed on this trip. The place was nice, the front desk person checking us in was super nice, very friendly. There're only two complaints. The poor-quality pillows and the glass block around the bath. What is up with that? Whoever ...
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucson Airport
Nice place to stay
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Four Points by Sheraton Tucson Airport
Did not use hot tub, room was cozy and comfortable. Shower and food were also great.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barrio Historico
Downtown Tucson
Theatres, river views and live music are some highlights of Downtown Tucson. Make a stop by Fox Theatre or Rialto Theatre while you're exploring.
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.
West University
If you're spending some time in West University, 4th Avenue and Rogue Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
South Park
If you're spending some time in South Park, Cinemark Century Tucson Marketplace and Rocks and Ropes are top sights worth seeing.
Sam Hughes
If you're spending some time in Sam Hughes, Himmel Park Tennis Center and Zocalo are top sights worth seeing.
