The Garden District
Tucson





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.

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.

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.

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.
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

Downtown Tucson: An Audio Tour by an Author and Historian

Discover Mt. Lemmon with an App-Based Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in The Garden District

3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
This is our favorite place to stay in Tucson. Rooms are decorated really cute and the pool and hot tub are great.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
The entire stay was great!
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
Beautiful hotel.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Lodge on the Desert
Great location an oasis in the city
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
Yes!
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Casino Del Sol Resort
Wonderful Stay
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
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.
