The Academy Village Travel Guide
Tucson
Visit The Academy Village
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 desert landscapes and mountain views.
Top hotels in The Academy Village
Hotel McCoy Tucson - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
Cool retro decor. The breakfast is lacking
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Super Inn Tucson
Yes
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Viscount Suites Tucson East
If the pool was heated it would had been perfect, our room carpet had stains, n the beds where not that comfortable, mattress to hard.. other than that it was okay, staff was great
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
The Alice Hotel
Yes, air conditioning was awesome, didn't have to use till the morning. I loved the newly renovated shower. Room was a little small but it was cozy. Look forward to staying again on another time.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Tucson Airport
Super clean, staff was wonderful and great breakfast options.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
Wonderful place
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
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 El Con Mall, 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, Zocalo and Himmel Park Tennis Center 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.
