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Welcome to Texas

Be it portion sizes, rugged landscapes, or cowboy hats, everything is bigger in Texas. The state offers an abundance of country culture mixed with modern metropolises, ghost towns, and even a replica of the Eiffel Tower topped with a cowboy hat in Paris, Texas (just outside Dallas). San Antonio's River Walk winds through the city, and Dallas' sprawling skyline is dominated by the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge. Meanwhile, hip Austin combines award-winning barbecue and a sizzling live music scene; Houston reveals the history of space travel; and Big Bend National Park affords incredible photo opportunities with its striking landscapes.

Top 15 attractions in Texas

Space Center Houston

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Space Center Houston, the official visitor center of NASA’s Johnson Space Center, offers visitors some out-of-this-world experiences. Watch astronauts train for missions, touch a real moon rock, and tour NASA’s control center. Anyone with an interest in aeronautics and space will appreciate Space Center Houston’s interactive exhibits, presentations, and attractions that dive into the past, present, and future of our universe.More

San Antonio River Walk (Paseo Del Rio)

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The River Walk winds through the heart of downtown San Antonio, past several parks, historic missions, and other major attractions. Lined with shops, cafes, bars, and restaurants, this pedestrian- and bike-friendly waterway—home to the largest urban ecosystem restoration in the United States—is popular with tourists and locals alike, and is a must-see for any San Antonio visitor.More

Texas Capitol

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Everything is bigger in Texas, and the Texas Capitol building in Austin follows suit. It’s the largest by square footage of any state capitol, and is 15 feet (4.6 meters) taller than the US Capitol. Its rosy hue, stunning at sunset, comes from the red granite exterior. Texas Hill Country limestone and granite were used in the building’s construction.More

The Alamo

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The Alamo is one of the most famous sites in United States history, forever linked to the 13-day Battle of the Alamo in 1836, which ended with the deaths of defenders James Bowie, William Travis, and Davy Crockett. Today, the 18th-century Mission San Antonio de Valero complex—now known as the Alamo—welcomes more than 2.5 million visitors per year to its chapel, barracks, gardens, and small museum.More

John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza

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Simple but profoundly moving, the John F. Kennedy Memorial in Dallas comprises a granite slab bearing the assassinated president’s name etched in gold. The slab is surrounded by soaring concrete walls that appear to be free-floating, capturing the feeling of loss felt around the world following Kennedy’s assassination on November 22, 1963.More

Congress Avenue Bridge (South Congress Bridge)

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Austin’s Congress Avenue Bridge is home to roughly 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats—the world’s largest urban bat colony. Spectators gather here on summer nights, cameras in hand, to watch these flying mammals emerge from beneath the bridge to hunt in the sky above Lady Bird Lake.More

Tower of the Americas

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Located in the center of Hemisfair Park, this 750-foot (229-meter) Tower of the Americas offers one of the best aerial views of San Antonio. The Flags Over Texas Observation Deck affords a bird’s-eye view of iconic sites, while the rotating Chart House Restaurant offers upscale dining with panoramic views of the city.More

Dealey Plaza

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Dealey Plaza is a public park in Dallas, Texas, best known as the location where President John F. Kennedy was assassinated on November 22, 1963, fired on by a sniper from the Texas School Book Depository. A museum focusing on Kennedy and the assassination now occupies the former depository, and there are various remembrances around the plaza.More

Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza

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John F. Kennedy’s presidency, ending with his assassination in Dallas, profoundly shaped American history. Explore his legacy at the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza in Dallas. Filled with insightful exhibits that celebrate JFK’s personal and political life, you’ll come away with a deeper understanding of this notable American president.More

LBJ Presidential Library

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The LBJ Presidential Library chronicles the presidency of Lyndon B. Johnson from 1963 to 1969. Exhibits include multimedia presentations, photographs, and artifacts from the tumultuous social climate of those years, including the Vietnam War, civil rights movement, and LBJ’s Great Society programs.More

Driskill Hotel (The Driskill)

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The oldest operating hotel in Austin, the Driskill has been legendary in Texas since it was built in 1886. Celebrities have visited the historic landmark over the years, including former president Lyndon B. Johnson, who took Lady Bird there on their first date. Today the Driskill Grill and 1886 Cafe & Bakery restaurants are here as well.More

6th Street

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Austin’s 6th Street, sometimes known colloquially as Dirty Sixth, is the epicenter for late nights, free-flowing drinks, and all-around good times in the Live Music Capital of the World. This historical neighborhood is lined with bars, restaurants, and souvenir shops, and car traffic is blocked on weekends so pedestrians can take their party into the street.More

Reunion Tower

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Located in the heart of downtown Dallas, Reunion Tower has been a city landmark since 1978. Referred to affectionately as “The Ball” by locals, the tower offers sweeping panoramic views from the only indoor/outdoor observation deck in the city, plus high-definition telescopes and cameras, interactive exhibits, and two rotating restaurants.More

San Fernando Cathedral

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The oldest continuously operating religious community in Texas, San Fernando De Bexar Cathedral was constructed between 1738 and 1749 and served as General Santa Anna’s headquarters for a time. Don’t miss the Alamo Coffin, located near the church entrance, which is believed to hold the remains of the men who lost their lives at the Alamo.More

Downtown Aquarium

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Houston’s Downtown Aquarium is a fun and educational attraction, especially for families. Children can get up close and personal with more than 200 types of underwater creatures, including myriad fish, eels, rays in a touch tank, sharks, and white tigers. Kids also love the amusement rides and dining in the underwater aquarium restaurant.More
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Recent reviews from experiences in Texas

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TX history with a scenic view
David_H, Mar 2023
Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour
The best way to see the city!
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A must see - UNESCO World Heritage
Hristiyana, Dec 2022
San Antonio Missions UNESCO World Heritage Sites Tour
The tour was the best way to visit all the four missions and learn from a local guide.
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A great tour to see and learn about Texas Hill Country
Hristiyana, Dec 2022
Texas Hill Country and LBJ Ranch Tour with Wine Tasting Stop
Plenty of time to see many points of interest in Fredericksburg during the 2-hour stop.
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Amazing!
Kimberly_S, Jan 2023
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
We got to see some of the well-known sites in Austin and also some hidden gems.
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BBQ & Wine Tasting
Theresa_A, Jan 2023
Austin and Hill Country Panoramic Sightseeing Tour
The wineries we visited were Fall Creek and Duchman Family Winery.
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I’m from Lancaster...
Barbara_E, Dec 2022
Waco Fixer Upper Tour: Award Winning, 5 Star, Affordable Price
My dream was to com to Waco Texas to see all things chip and Joanna Gaines and I got to see all that it was awesome!!
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Fun day In Texas hill country
Marian_H, Oct 2022
Taste of Fredericksburg Small-Group Wine Tour from San Antonio
Nice to visit Texas hill country.
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Don’t Mess with TEXAS
Vivian_S, Jul 2022
Austin and Hill Country Sightseeing Tour
It was a great experience learn a lot about Texas especially the capital of Texas, but love to visit some of the places when I have more time to come back and see the places that I saw on the tour; tour guide was very knowledgeable and really enjoyed her experience and sharing the history of Austin Texas.
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What is the number 1 attraction in Texas?

Without a doubt, the most popular attraction in Texas is the Alamo. Located in San Antonio, this former Spanish mission and fort is embedded in the identity of the Lone Star State as an enduring example of bravery and defiance, and it serves as a symbol of Texas’ indomitable spirit.

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What is the funnest thing to do in Texas?

When it comes to the most fun activities in Texas, you can’t beat floating down a river. Whether you’re canoeing, stand-up paddle boarding, or tubing, there are plenty of ways to experience Texas’ waterways. Tubers can be found on the popular Guadalupe River from about March through September.

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What state is close to Texas?

Texas is a neighbor to a few different states and a country. Louisiana and Arkansas border Texas to the east. Oklahoma borders the Lone Star State to the north. West of Texas is New Mexico. And Texas shares a border to the southwest with Mexico.

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What is Texas is known for?

Texas is renowned for its smoky barbecue and Tex-Mex fare, sprawling larger-than-life landscapes, and Texan hospitality. The state is proud of its cowboy heritage—expect to see boots and Western hats as everyday wear. Other big Texas things: the Alamo, football (high school and pro), longhorns, and pick-up trucks.

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Where do most people visit in Texas?

People visit Texas for many reasons. Some come for live music in the capital of Austin or for laid-back vibes in the Gulf’s Port Aransas. Dallas is home to Six Flags Over Texas as well as Arlington’s AT&T Stadium, where the Cowboys play. Museums and shopping abound in Houston.

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What can you only do in Texas?

Texas is full of big experiences found only in this southern state—from the canyons of Big Bend National Park to San Antonio’s River Walk and historic Alamo. People flock to “weird” Austin (the capital) for its live music and barbecue, while a float down the Guadalupe is another only-in-Texas experience.

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