Visit Tanque Verde
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
Tucson: Flandrau Science Center Entry Ticket
2 Hours of Rappelling in Tucson with Snacks
Experience Saguaro East NP: GPS Guided Audio Tour
Discover Mt. Lemmon with an App-Based Driving Audio Tour
Sonoran Desert- Wild Foods and Traditional Skills
Top hotels in Tanque Verde
Tanque Verde Ranch
Clean rooms, relaxing grounds and great hiking opations
Reviewed on 9 Dec, 2025
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
I have been staying in quite a few motels in the last three months, and this one has topped the list for just about every box that can be checked. If you’re looking for a place that serves breakfast in the morning, don’t come here. I personally never use the “complimentary breakfast “. If I want ...
Reviewed on 8 Jan, 2026
Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
A cool retro vibe with modern touches. We liked the art and murals throughout the property. The room was clean with blackout curtains and the bed was comfortable. As Gen Xers, we loved the little video game area and pinball lounge. We would stay again !
Reviewed on 8 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
Estrella at Casino Del Sol
Clean, modern room
Reviewed on 7 Jan, 2026
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
Fantastic hotel in superb location.
Reviewed on 8 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tanque Verde
Eastside
Though Eastside may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rincon Mountain Visitor Center and Saguaro National Park.
Catalina Foothills
If you're spending some time in Catalina Foothills, St. Phillips Plaza and La Encantada 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.
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.
Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
South Park
If you're spending some time in South Park, Cinemark Century Tucson Marketplace and Rocks and Ropes are top sights worth seeing.
