Visit West University
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.
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.
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
Encounter wolves, rattlesnakes, coyotes, bighorn sheep and rare plant species at this living museum in the desert.
Fox Theatre
The glamour of the 1930s comes alive in a restored movie palace that’s now a popular downtown arts venue.
Things to do
300 Years of Spanish History in Downtown Tucson: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
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
Experience Saguaro East NP: GPS Guided Audio Tour
Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in West University
University Inn
Great
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Graduate by Hilton Tucson
Yes
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Tucson Marriott University Park
👌
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
It is a comfty nice room. It’s clean, though it could make some improvements on that behalf. Very convenient for shopping.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
What a fun place to stay! Why stay at the same old hotel/motel, when there is the McCoy. We love the whole philosophy art-travel-comfort.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Lodge on the Desert
The grounds at the Lodge were very well kept. The rooms were clean and nicely appointed, but lacking a microwave. This is an important omission for anyone with special diet needs, or to simply reheat a cup of coffee. The breakfast was simple but well made. However, expect to pay over $20 if you leave ...
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West University
Downtown Tucson
Theatres, river views and live music are some highlights of Downtown Tucson. Make a stop by Fox Theatre or Rialto Theatre while you're exploring.
Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium 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.
Menlo Park
While visiting Menlo Park, you might make a stop by sights like Sentinel Peak and Tumamoc Hill.
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.
South Park
If you're spending some time in South Park, Cinemark Century Tucson Marketplace and Rocks and Ropes are top sights worth seeing.
