Cortaro Travel Guide
Tucson
Popular places to visit
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.
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
2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle
Tucson: Southern Arizona Attractions 3-Day Discount Pass
Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
3 Hour Tucson Street Food with Local Guide
Experience Saguaro East NP: GPS Guided Audio Tour
Self Guided Driving Audio Tour of Saguaro National Park
Top hotels in Cortaro
Red Roof Inn Tucson North - Marana
"Totally suitable wayside rest"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham NW Tucson Marana
"The AC was great! Overall good room for price. Breakfast buffet ok. Bacon a little raw. But ok. Coffee was very good!"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
"We were in Tucson for my son’s graduation at U of A. The room was a spacious queen deluxe with 2 queen beds. The room was clean and very presentable. Staff was very accommodating and cordial. I was placed in a room that was set up for handicapped accessible which is not what I reserved; however; ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
"Love this beautiful property."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Best Western InnSuites Tucson Foothills Hotel & Suites
"Breakfast was fresh staff was friendly"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Hotel McCoy Tucson - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
"This hotel was so cute and friendly staff and pets stay for free which is a huge plus. We liked it so much we made sure to stay again on our way home as well."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cortaro
Dove Mountain
While visiting Dove Mountain, you might make a stop by sights like Gallery Golf Club and Golf Club at Dove Mountain.
Casas Adobes
Visitors highly recommend Casas Adobes for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Catalina Golf Course while you're in town.
Rancho Vistoso
While visiting Rancho Vistoso, you might make a stop by sights like Catalina State Park and Stone Canyon Club.
Catalina Foothills Estates
Though Catalina Foothills Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like La Encantada and St. Phillips Plaza.
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.
Tucson Estates
If you're spending some time in Tucson Estates, Old Tucson Studios and Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum are top sights worth seeing.
