You’ll find Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) off the 405 freeway on Century Boulevard. You can also access the airport via I-105 and I-110, or take the LAX FlyAway out of Hollywood, Santa Monica, Union Station, Van Nuys or Westwood.

Flights from LAX to Tucson International Airport (TUS) usually last for just over an hour. Take advantage of public transit and hop on the Sun Tran upon landing at TUS. For greater ease of travel, pick up a rental car from one of the seven rental car companies that operate out of the airport.

Attractions and Tips

Spend some time in the great outdoors and visit the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, a 21-acre zoo that hosts over 300 indigenous species.

The Old Tucson Studios, where over 300 westerns were filmed, is a must-see for those who cannot turn off that late night western.

Consider what drew you to visit Tucson when selecting your hotel. Accommodations in Central Tucson will place you in the hustle and bustle of the city.

For a more rustic, outdoorsy experience, venture to the Foothills district before settling on a lodging option. Expect temperate to toasty weather on your Tucson vacation, as temperatures range from the 50s in the winter months to above 100 in the summer.