Tucson is a desert oasis in Arizona that draws all types of visitors with its thriving cultural, outdoor scene and historical elements. Known as the gateway to the desert, Tucson is home to hiking, biking, golf courses, historic sites, geographical wonders and loads of entertainment options, making it a destination for all types of travelers.
The city is a bustling hub of both artistic, cultural and culinary scenes. If you’re into food, Tucson should be a must stop on your foodie bucket list, as it is the first U.S city to have a UNESCO City of Gastronomy title. Try flavors from the past with Mexican and Native American roots, mixed with modern cuisine of the future. There are many restaurants to fit all styles and budgets throughout the town. Consider taking a guided food tour to sample the highlights of the region.
If you’re into the outdoors, Tucson is perfectly situated to take some amazing day trips. All within 30 minutes of the city, you can explore Saguaro National Park, Sabino Canyon, and Colossal Cave Mountain Park. Each of these offers breathtaking scenery, flora, fauna, historic sites, and many hiking and biking and outdoor activities.
If you are a museum lover, a must-stop is the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum. Dedicated to preserving desert life, this one-stop-shop includes a zoo, botanical garden, natural history museum, aquarium, and art gallery. If you are looking for a look into the past lives of the people of the region, visit the Fort Lowell Museum, Tubac Presidio State Historic Park, the Mission San Xavier del Bac, or visit the famous town of Tombstone, Arizona, which is a short 1.5-hour drive away.
No matter what the occasion, book your Tucson vacation rental today to explore all that this city has to offer!
Tucson has one major airport nearby, Tucson International Airport (TUS). This smaller airport, served by 5 airlines, is located 8 miles south of the city.
Tucson Airport offers many options to get you to your vacation rental. There are public transportation options that will easily get you to downtown. Other available options are taxis, shuttles, major rideshare companies or car rentals, which all service the airport and can get you to your vacation rental.
Getting around town? Visitors can take the modern streetcar line around major areas downtown, rent a car to explore the city and its surrounding areas, or utilize Taxi/rideshare apps or public transportation.
In Tucson, June – August are the hottest months of the year with many days around 100 degrees. December – January are the coldest months and temperatures can drop to around 60 degrees. July is the wettest month and May is the driest.
Make sure you book a vacation rental with your preferred heating and cooling options to make your visit comfortable no matter what season you visit.
In Tucson, most of the almost 1720 vacation rental options are house rentals with an average nightly price of around $175. The median size is about 1500 ft² which makes them a great fit for medium or large groups or families, as most can accommodate 6-8 people. There are many apartment rentals to choose from also. These typically cost an average of $125 per night for a size of about 1,000 ft². Whatever type of accommodation you are looking for, there are many options in Tucson to choose from for your next vacation rental.