01 Jul 2025 Attraction
The Alamo & San Antonio Missions (San Antonio) – Explore the iconic 1836 Alamo fortress and UNESCO‑listed missions along the River Walk traveltexas.com+10Visit The USA+10Atlas Obscura+10.
Dealey Plaza & Sixth Floor Museum (Dallas) – Learn about JFK’s assassination at this historic plaza and nearby museum .
LBJ Ranch, USS Lexington, Fort Concho – Off‑beat historical sites echoing Texas’ rich past .
Big Bend & Guadalupe Mountains National Park – Rugged landscapes, trails, birding, and fossil reefs .
Palo Duro Canyon (near Amarillo) – The “Grand Canyon of Texas” with scenic trails, camping, horseback riding .
Enchanted Rock (near Fredericksburg) – Massive pink granite dome perfect for hiking, and beloved for stargazing .
Hamilton Pool & hidden gems (near Austin) – Discover grottoes, waterfalls, art installations & even urban wildlife like bats at Congress Avenue Bridge .
Six Flags Over Texas (Arlington) & Six Flags Fiesta Texas (San Antonio) – Thrill rides, live shows, water attractions .
SeaWorld San Antonio – Marine shows, rides, large park experience .
Space Center Houston – Epic NASA exhibits from Apollo to Moon rocks .
San Antonio River Walk & Pearl District – Charming walkways, Tex‑Mex cuisine, riverside music .
Houston – Diverse dining, arts, free attractions, and booming cultural events .
Austin – Live music, quirky museums (Museum of the Weird, Cathedral of Junk), Congress Avenue Bridge bats .
Fredericksburg & Hill Country – Scenic wine country, charming small towns .
Cadillac Ranch (Amarillo) – A public art installation of decorated Cadillacs traveltexas.com+15Atlas Obscura+15tourtexas.com+15.
Drive through Panhandle Plains, visiting town‑landmarks like giant crosses or excess roadside sculptures Mix 93.1+7Texas Co-op Power+7traveltexas.com+7.
South Padre Island – Beach life, wildlife, SpaceX viewing—all at a top‑rated barrier island .
Nowhere Bookshop (San Antonio), Flutter Romance (Austin)—unique local bookstores with events Tripadvisor+15mysanantonio.com+15mysanantonio.com+15.
Buc-ee’s + H‑E‑B mash‑up at Melissa – Ultimate Texas convenience‑store culture appointment tourtexas.com+3expressnews.com+3mysanantonio.com+3.
Cured Restaurant (San Antonio Pearl District) – James Beard–nominated seasonal Texas cuisine and chef’s‑table dinners mysanantonio.com.
| Interest | Destination | Note |
|---|---|---|
| History & culture | San Antonio, Dallas, Johnson Ranch | Combine sites efficiently |
| Outdoor escapes | Hill Country, Panhandle, West Texas | Choose hikes/camps to fit your group |
| Family fun | Parks in Arlington & San Antonio | Plan for crowds in summer |
| Urban experiences | Austin, Houston, SA | Mix music, food, and parks for best experience |
🏙️ Visiting multiple regions? Take at least 10–14 days—this lets you mix city energy with starlit deserts and coastal relaxation!
