Last Updated on July 27, 2024 by Mrunal & Jiten
Texas brings to mind images of cowboys on horses, wielding lassos, driving cattle or wielding a gun. But there is more to this region than cowboys and their actions.
Top 10 Best Places to Visit in Texas
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Austin
Austin goes by the title “Live Music Capital of the World.” There are live show happening everywhere – Coffee houses, taquerias, sporting events, concert halls, bars, airport terminals, and even grocery shops!
Blanton Museum has Renaissance paintings, Roman-era pottery, native and Latin American books and more.
Lady Bird Lake is a great spot for paddling or kayaking. You can hit the bike trail touring the city or Barton Creek Belt. Visit Congress Avenue Bridge at sunset to see a colony of Mexican free tailed bats take flight for their nightly duties.
San Antonio
This city is known for Art – in the museum, galleries and on the street.
The famed Riverwalk was originally built for flood control. Now it is an iconic walk passing through Arneson River theatre, Marriage Island La Villitia, HemsiFair Park, San Antonio Museum of Art, fabulous restaurants, hotels, clubs, bars and shopping establishments.
An amazing landmark is the “World’s Largest Cowboy Boots, which now appears on travel books and postcards.
Missions of San Antonio is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Dallas
Dallas is rich in culture and culinary experiences. Begin your tour at the Texas Horse Park with some exciting horseback trails.
For some historical and cultural experiences visit Sixth Floor Museum, W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum.
Those with an adventure streak can attempt the outdoor walkway at the Reunion Tower GeO-deck. Others can head to the 170-meter-high observation deck and get 360-degree glimpses of the city.
The next stop would be West End or North Park center for some tax-free shopping. Downtown, visit popular food outlets for some Tex-Mex fare such as Margaritas, barbecue, sushi, burgers and Spanish Tapas.
Houston
There is not a moment to lose when you land in this city. Some top attractions in this culinary powerhouse with 11000 restaurants are…
Space Centre Houston – a lot of exhibits such as space collection, space travel artefacts and more
Minute Maid Park is for the Baseball fans
Houston Museum district has about 19 fabulous museums few minutes from each other
Houston Zoo has 900 animal species with guided tours
Main Street Crossing is a cultural setting for small music, food and church services
Big Bend National Park
If you are a lover of archaeology this place is for you. Sea fossils and dinosaur bones have been found in the desert landscape.
There are more than 1200 species of plants, 500 bird species, insects, reptiles and other mammals. Enjoy going on popular trails or driving through scenic spots here.
Hill Country
Choose spring to tour this wonderful region in Texas. You can do a day trip to this spot from Austin. At Fredericksburg, sample local wineries producing wine since the time of the original settlers. Hye is another town producing bourbon Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Merlot.
Dripping Springs has lovely food outlets where you can sip cocktails along with barbecue.
Pedernales Falls in spring are heavenly with cascading waters and wildflowers and dramatic rocks, perfect for a picnic with family or hiking. The water looks inviting too.
Finally, enjoy a much-needed rest sipping beer and listening to the guitar strings in Luckenbach.
Galveston Island
Galveston is a historic and cultural attraction. It invites tourists to experience its history through its museums, haunted hotels, culinary specials and spectacular beaches.
You can take a self-guided Freedom Walk Tour and visit the Ashton Villa to see the memorabilia connected to the historical event.
Taste the iconic Besos made of gulf shrimp and Jalapeno special to these islands.
As many as 8000 people lost their lives in the Great Storm in 1900. A ghost-themed walk has been planned based on the incidents after the storm.
It is beach time sooner or later. The Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier is for carnival-style rides and games. Galveston Island State Park is for camping, hiking or strolling. Moody Gardens has botanical gardens, museums and science exhibits.
Guadalupe National Park
This is the highest point in Texas. Below the peaks lies a park with unmatched natural beauty and about 33 trails that you can take through lush forests. Ensure you go early to avoid headaches. Some trails are great for bird-watching. The area also has best preserved fossil reefs caused due to Earth’s tectonic plates movement million years ago.
Caddo Lake
Drifting on Caddo Lake feels like floating in heaven. The lake and its environs are gorgeous and calm. On its banks is the largest Cypress Forest in the world.
Stay in one of the unique cabins or cottages nearby and rent a boat, kayak or canoes to float on the water to admire the scenery.
El Paso
El Paso is a Sun City with amazing sunsets. The desert area has rainwater pools, rock formations and spiritual markings of Native Americans.
El Paso Art Gallery, Centennial Museum and Museum of Archaeology assist you in understanding the history of this area
This place is close to Mexico and the evolved tex-mex cuisine of Fajitas, Chili and enchiladas and more is a crowd favorite.
Before you leave the Cowboy country don’t miss buying some western memorabilia such as cowboy shoes at El Paso.
How to reach
There are about 6 flights from India to Texas flying to destinations such as Dallas, Houston, Austin, San Antonio and Elapse
When to go
The best time to go to Texas is between October-November, March- May and by Early June.
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