Catalina Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Tucson: Flandrau Science Center Entry Ticket
Tucson: Southern Arizona Attractions Discount Pass
Downtown Tucson: An Audio Tour by an Author and Historian
2 Hours of Rappelling in Tucson with Snacks
Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Downtown Tucson and Top Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Catalina Hotel Deals
Catalina Inn
very satisfied
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
I have to be in Tucson once a week for school, and for the last four months or so, the place I crash at in the evening is 3 Palms. It's clean, friendly, quiet, it has a lovely interior court and an awesome gym, it's on the scenic route when I need to head back to Tucson, and it's right next to at ...
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
The staff was incredibly accommodating!
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Lodge on the Desert
Great front desk. They were all very friendly and helpful. Room was good! The restaurant was top notch, no doubt. The only drawback was that there was no gym - other than that, it is a very nice hotel.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
Guest wifi in room didn’t work for the entire two day stay despite reporting the problem multiple times. Food was disappointing and the coffee stand wasn’t manned despite the signage saying it was open during the morning hours. Pretty disappointing stay unfortunately.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
Everything is top notch. Clean rooms, location, hiking, golf, pool, fitness, spa, etc. Would highly recommend
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Catalina
Rancho Vistoso
While visiting Rancho Vistoso, you might make a stop by sights like Stone Canyon Club and Catalina State Park.
Dove Mountain
While visiting Dove Mountain, you might make a stop by sights like Golf Club at Dove Mountain and Gallery Golf Club.
Casas Adobes
Visitors highly recommend Casas Adobes for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Catalina Golf Course while you're in town.
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.
Catalina Foothills
If you're spending some time in Catalina Foothills, St. Phillips Plaza and La Encantada are top sights worth seeing.
Cortaro
Cortaro is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Saguaro National Park or Quarry Pines Golf Club.
