Holidays in Tucson 2025 & 2026
For those wishing to unleash their inner cowboy, Tucson, Arizona, is home to some of the best guest and dude ranches in America.
The town itself has a rich history, with the iconic Mission San Xavier del Bac and the Presidio San Agustín del Tucson offering the perfect start to any cultural tour.
In the evening, you’ll find live music most nights a week Downtown, and incredible views of the Milky Way just steps away form the city in Saguaro National Park.
How do you get to Tucson, Arizona?
Tucson is an easy 90 minute drive from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, to which there are direct flights from the UK.
Tucson also has its own domestic airport, with flights arriving from Los Angeles, San Francisco, Denver, Houston, Chicago and a number of other US cities.
When is the best time to visit Tucson?
October and November, and March and April are popular times to visit Tucson, for plenty of sunshine and temperatures in the mid-20’s.
Summer in Tucson (June to September) can be extremely hot, so outdoor activities are best kept to the early morning or late afternoon.
Winter is still warm during the day, but can get chilly at night, so bring a jumper!
What activities can you do on a ranch holiday in Tucson?
A ranch stay in Tucson is all about learning cowboy culture, so expect lots of horse riding! Other activities may include cattle sorting, roping, archery, shooting, hiking and 4×4 excursions – learn about Richard’s Tucson ranch stay here.
In the evening you can expect music, stories and card games around the campfire, and some of the best BBQ you’ve ever tasted!
What are the must-see attractions in Tucson?
After your ranch stay (or if horse riding’s not your thing) Tucson has a lot to offer. Top Tucson attractions include:
- Saguaro National Park – for its hiking trails past towering cacti
- Mission San Xavier del Bac – with its 18th Century frescos and carvings
- Presidio San Agustín del Tucson – a re-creation of a 1775 Spanish fort
- Tucson Botanic Gardens – an urban oasis in the heart of town
- Pima Air & Space Museum – home to over 400 aircraft
- Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum – known for its reptile and raptor shows
- Old Tucson Studios – where some of the greatest Westerns were filmed
- Kitt Peak National Observatory – a stargazers dream!
Is Tucson a good destination for families?
Ranch holidays are designed for guests of all ages, and what child has never wanted to be a cowboy? Tucson also offers interactive museums, wildlife encounters and astronomy experiences that are great activities for families and couples alike.
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