Tucson Oasis Rentals

Local guide

Three perfect days

Not sure where to start? These are the days we'd plan for a friend. Every stop links to directions.

Early risers

The desert day

Best October through April

  1. SunrisePresta Coffee RoastersAn amazing coffee stop to start the day.
  2. MorningSeven FallsWaterfalls at the end of the hike. Take care after rain or in monsoon season.
  3. AfternoonArizona-Sonora Desert MuseumPart zoo, part botanical garden.
  4. SunsetGates PassTucson's classic sunset viewpoint.

Eat your way

City of Gastronomy

A day of Tucson food

  1. BreakfastBaja CafeGet the pancakes.
  2. Late morningRaging SageScones with flavors that rotate each season.
  3. LunchSeis KitchenAt Mercado San Agustín. Great food and great people-watching.
  4. DinnerPencaLocal Mexican dishes and an awesome ambiance, right downtown.

Summer escape

Beat the heat

For the hot months

  1. EarlyTumamoc HillHike early and carry plenty of water.
  2. MiddayMount LemmonDrive up to Summerhaven, several degrees cooler, in sky-island pine forest.
  3. AfternoonTucson Botanical GardensGarden paths in the middle of the city.
  4. EveningMotoSonora Brewing CompanyBeer brewed on site and a pet-friendly outdoor area.

Prefer to browse? Every place we recommend, by category.

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