Sierra Vista Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Discover wild frontier history and Apache legends alongside breathtaking mountains and stunning canyons surrounding southern Arizona’s cultural hub.

Flanked by the dramatic purple and orange landscape of the Huachuca Mountains, Sierra Vista is set in some of Arizona’s most beautiful scenery. The city is a modern cultural and commercial hub in southern Arizona and its surrounding region is infused with a rich heritage, from ancient Apache settlements to wild tales of the Old West and buffalo soldiers. The surrounding region has a number of different ecosystems to explore, including rugged canyons, dry lakes and mountain ranges.

Visit downtown Sierra Vista to experience the city’s lively cultural scene. Enjoy diverse festivals and events, such as the Cochise Cowboy Poetry and Music Gathering in February. Attend Sierra Vista Symphony Orchestra concerts and various events and performances hosted by the Art Discovery Series and Veterans’ Park. Take in some local military and frontier history at Fort Huachuca and its associated museums.

Explore Sierra Vista’s surrounding area. Visit vineyards or stop by Fairbank, a ghost town. Go hiking, cycling or horseback riding through the Huachuca Mountains, the Coronado National Forest, the San Pedro National Riparian Conservation Area and the Ramsey Canyon Preserve. Enjoy stunning nature trails and catch a glimpse of rare and beautiful bird species. 

The Huachuca Mountains and the awe-inspiring “sky islands” that peak the ranges make for an unforgettable Arizona experience. See pictographs made by Native Americans thousands of years ago in the mountain range rocks. Take a trip to Our Lady of the Sierras Shrine, a chapel with magnificent valley views.

Reach Sierra Vista by plane to Tucson International Airport or by bus. The city features a convenient local bus system. Explore Sierra Vista’s stunning landscapes by car or with a charter tour. Sierra Vista’s warm and mild year-round temperatures and low rainfall make for ideal hiking and camping conditions, but make sure you are properly prepared for unexpected weather, such as heavy rain or cold snaps, when exploring outside the city.

Knights Inn Sierra Vista
Knights Inn Sierra Vista
2 out of 5
1551 E Fry Boulevard, Sierra Vista, AZ
The price is Rp1.114.252 per night from 18 May to 19 May
Rp1.114.252
per night
18 May - 19 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
7.4/10 Good! (576 reviews)
"good for the price"

Reviewed on 2 May 2024

Knights Inn Sierra Vista
Sierra Suites Boutique Hotel
Sierra Suites Boutique Hotel
2.5 out of 5
391 E Fry Blvd, Sierra Vista, AZ
The price is Rp1.875.366 per night from 18 May to 19 May
Rp1.875.366
per night
18 May - 19 May
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The staff wonderful, room large with full refrigerator, pool great. Highly recommend"

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Sierra Suites Boutique Hotel
Best Western Plus Sun Canyon
Best Western Plus Sun Canyon
2.5 out of 5
260 N Garden Ave, Sierra Vista, AZ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.825.515 per night from 26 May to 27 May
Rp1.825.515
per night
26 May - 27 May
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (486 reviews)
"The staff was friendly. The breakfast was good. Was surprised there was a fire pit in the back. Nice touch. Room was clean"

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Best Western Plus Sun Canyon
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Stampede RV Resort
Stampede RV Resort
3.5 out of 5
18 W Allen St, Tombstone, AZ
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge).
8.6/10 Excellent! (47 reviews)
"Property was clean, unique, and the staff was friendly. Breakfast was excellent as well. We enjoyed our stay!"

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2024

Stampede RV Resort
Katie's Cozy Cabins
Katie's Cozy Cabins
2 out of 5
16 West Allen, Tombstone, AZ
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (248 reviews)
"The cabin was very nice and clean. My only issue was it could have used a few amenities such as kleenex in the bathroom, a couple more wash clothes and some coffee/filters."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Katie's Cozy Cabins
WELCOME TO VIGILANTE INN
WELCOME TO VIGILANTE INN
2 out of 5
116 N 3rd St, Tombstone, AZ
Enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (21 reviews)
"Cool town"

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2024

WELCOME TO VIGILANTE INN
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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