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Whether you’re looking for golf, shopping, restaurants, outdoor activities, or day trips, you will find information at http://www.visittucson.org.

No matter what you love to do in the great outdoors, Tucson is the place to do it. With our famed mild climate and about 350 sunny days a year, our outdoors is always open. Visit http://www.visittucson.org/visitor/outdoor/

Hiking - From pleasant urban walks to rugged canyon hikes we have countless spectacular trails for every level.

Biking - On the trail or on the road, Tucson is a top biking destination.

Plants & Animals - Discover the incredible variety of plants and animals that have adapted to our unique ecosystem.

Outdoor Family Fun - Kid-friendly activities that are fun for grown-ups too.

Bird Watching - With over 250 species in our widely varied environments, Southern Arizona is a birder's paradise.

Astronomy - Tour some of the world's most-respected observatories and enjoy the same "good seeing" as the pros.

Caves - Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of Southern Arizona's underground.

Major Attractions - http://www.visittucson.org/visitor/attractions/majorattractions/

• Shopping:
  Contact: www.loewshotels.com/en/Hotels/Ventana-Canyon-Resort/LocationInfo/AreaGuide/Shopping.aspx
• Purple Mountain Pack Goats:
  Contact: www.members.aol.com/azpackgoat
  Purple Mountain Pack Goats, featured in Arizona Highways magazine, plans unique hikes on nearby trails. Enjoy good food, a knowledgeable guide, and friendly goats to carry the load.
• Arizona Horseback Experience:
  Contact: www.horsebackexperience.com or 520.455.5696.
  Many different exciting rides available just southeast of Tucson.  Cooler, higher-elevation trails, panoramic views, historic places. Memorable, unique adventures.  Energetic, responsive horses.  Reservations required.
• Rocks and Ropes:
  Contract: www.rocksandropes.com or 520-882-5924
  Since 1992, providing professional rock-climbing instruction for the novice and challenging climbs for the expert. Indoor climbing and outdoor-guided trips with certified professionals.
• Southern Arizona Balloon Excursions:
  Contact: 520.624.3599 or www.tucsoncomefly.com
  Join us in an irresistible opportunity for pleasure and adventure. Enjoy the view of the spectacular mountain range from the basket of a beautiful hot air balloon. FAA-certified pilots.
• Southwest Trekking:
  Contact: 520.296.9661 or www.swtrekking.com
  Hiking/trekking, mountain/road biking, trail running, rock climbing, primitive skills, and more. More experience in taking individuals into remote areas of Southern Arizona/Mexico, where the difference is experience.

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort is approximately 21 miles from the Tucson Airport. Taxi cost is approximately $48.00. Car rental service is also available at the airport. The hotel does not have it’s own shuttle service to/from airport however there is a shuttle van from the airport; Loews Ventana Canyon Resort is the last stop.