Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Marana travel guide

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You're Going to Love Marana

With a population of 34,961, Marana is a must-see destination in Arizona, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Marana has to offer.

Where to Eat in Marana

If you’re looking for affordable options, Core Kitchen and Wine Bar at The Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain (15000 North Secret Springs Drive) and Cayton’s at The Golf Club at Dove Mountain (6501 Boulder Bridge Pass) are great picks.

When to visit Marana

Marana in June
Estimated hotel price
$198
1 night at 3-star hotel
Marana in June
Estimated hotel price
$198
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Marana in July, when the average temperature is 87.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 100.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 33.8 °F, with an average temperature of 48.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 1.2″. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Marana, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Marana

Plane

Although Marana doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Tucson (TUS), which is located 28 miles from Marana. The shortest domestic flight to Marana departs from Seattle and takes around 3h 01m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Marana. The train journey from Marana to Los Angeles takes 9h 38m and costs around $121 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Dallas, expect to pay about $318 for a 33h 00m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Marana is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 85 miles from Marana. You’ll find branches of NU Car and Fox, among others, in Phoenix.

Plane

Although Marana doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Tucson (TUS), which is located 28 miles from Marana. The shortest domestic flight to Marana departs from Seattle and takes around 3h 01m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Marana. The train journey from Marana to Los Angeles takes 9h 38m and costs around $121 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Dallas, expect to pay about $318 for a 33h 00m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Marana is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 85 miles from Marana. You’ll find branches of NU Car and Fox, among others, in Phoenix.

Airports near Marana

PHXPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl
TUSTucson
AZAPhoenix-Mesa Gateway

Airlines serving Marana

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,632 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,583 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,104 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,814 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,683 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,051 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,531 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,337 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,413 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,470 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,895 reviews)
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Where to stay in Marana

Average rates range from around $492 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $495 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Marana

Most booked hotels in Marana

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White Stallion Ranch
0 stars
Excellent (9.5, 146 reviews)
$670+
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The Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, 159 reviews)
$495+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Marana/Tucson Area
2 stars
Good (7.6, 627 reviews)
$57+
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Renting a car in Marana

Renting a car in Marana costs $53 per day, on average, or $158 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Tucson.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Marana (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. Standard (Hyundai Sonata or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Marana, while also 14% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Marana costs $53 per day, on average, or $158 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Tucson.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Marana (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. Standard (Hyundai Sonata or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Marana, while also 14% cheaper than other types, on average.

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