The Academy Village Travel Guide
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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Downtown Tucson: An Audio Tour by an Author and Historian

2 Hours of Rappelling in Tucson with Snacks

2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle

Tucson: Southern Arizona Attractions Discount Pass

Downtown Tucson and Top Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour

Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in The Academy Village

Hotel McCoy Tucson - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
Many activities around the pool. Pool was great....heated!. Just a cool vibe around the pool.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
Just perfect.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucson Airport
Toilet looks very old
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Viscount Suites Tucson East
no hot water, reported to staff and there was no resolution
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Tucson Airport
The air conditioning could not keep up with the 85 degree weather the last week of February.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Tucson Airport
Good
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around The Academy Village

Eastside
Though Eastside may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Saguaro National Park and Park Place Mall.

Tanque Verde
Tanque Verde is noteworthy for its golf courses, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Arizona National Golf Club and Saguaro National Park.

Palo Verde
When in Palo Verde, you can plan a visit to Tucson Botanical Gardens and McKale Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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.

Blenman-Elm
While Blenman-Elm isn't home to many top sights, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
