El Rio Acres
Tucson
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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.
Things to do

Tucson: Flandrau Science Center Entry Ticket

Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle

Downtown Tucson and Top Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour

300 Years of Spanish History in Downtown Tucson: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Tucson: Food Tour with 6 Tastings of Southwestern Flavors
Top hotels in El Rio Acres

Hyatt Place Tucson – Central
Clean room
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
Room (suite) was excellent. Amenities were very nice a very family friendly. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Right next door to CBCB. Very disappointed that breakfast was not offered. Beautiful bathroom but still had hair here and there. Hate that.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
Hotel McCoy was wonderful! I can’t say enough good things about Anisia, Victor, and Alex the front desk workers! As a former front desk worker I appreciate how great they are. Love love love the oatmeal bar! Perfect for those early mornings I went hiking. Room with large screen tv was terrific. Definitely ...
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Best Western InnSuites Tucson Foothills Hotel & Suites
Def staff but also the clean room. A little disappointed that they run out of granola for the breakfast parfait but still a 5/5 ✝️💜
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
The rooms were spacious for our family of four. The views were spectacular! The staff was friendly and accommodating. We will definitely visit again!!
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Lodge on the Desert
Awesome property and location very clean
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Rio Acres

Menlo Park
While visiting Menlo Park, you might make a stop by sights like Sentinel Peak and Tumamoc Hill.

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

Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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.

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