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.
Sabino Canyon
Experience the natural beauty and wildlife of a large desert canyon on foot, by car or on a narrated tram tour.
Pima Air and Space Museum
One of the largest aviation museums in the world houses aircraft and spacecraft from the 1920s to the present.
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.
Top hotels in The Academy Village
Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
This motor lodge is close to the western Saguaro National park which is what I wanted. Check in was easy. The room was good. Most everything was clean and tidy, and things where you would expect them. Good lighting and mirrors over the sink. It is situated right next to the freeway, like right next ...
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Lodge on the Desert
Our room was wonderful and close to the bar and restaurant. We always enjoy our stay at Lodge on the Desert.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
Very friendly staff. Beautiful property, will definitely be back.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucson Airport
Friendly and helpful staff. Clean room, comfortable bed and free breakfast!
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Viscount Suites Tucson East
Pleasant staff, quit a bit outdated but I enjoyed the nostalgic quirkiness of the place. Acceptable for a night or two.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Four Points by Sheraton Tucson Airport
The room was clean and the balcony was great to have for the sunny weather. The staff was friendly and accommodating. Definitely will book another stay at this hotel.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
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 Bowlero Tucson and Rincon Mountain Visitor Center.
Tanque Verde
Tanque Verde is noteworthy for its golf courses, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Agua Caliente Park and Arizona National Golf Club.
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.
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.
The Academy Village Travel Guide
- Tucson Convention Center
- Sabino Canyon
- Pima Air and Space Museum
- Kino Sports Complex
- Tucson Botanical Gardens
- Agua Caliente Park
- Mission San Xavier del Bac
- Desert Diamond Casinos and Entertainment Sahuarita
- La Paloma Country Club
- La Paloma Golf Course
- Arizona National Golf Club
- Tucson International Raceway
- Tucson Museum of Art
