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Texas Anthony ............................................................... 50
Aransas Pass ..................................................... 51
Arlington .............................................................. 51
Get more travel information: Athens ................................................................. 56
AAA.com/tripcanvas Atlanta ................................................................. 56
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AAA.com/roadservice Austin ......................................................... 57
AAA.com/autorepair Attractions ....................................................... 70
AAA.com/office Hotels .............................................................. 74
AAA TripTik® Travel Planner
Restaurants .................................................... 81
Austwell ............................................................ 101
Published by AAA Travel Services Bandera ............................................................ 101
1000 AAA Drive, Heathrow, FL 32746-5063
Copyright AAA 2023, All rights reserved Bastrop ............................................................. 101
Stock # 4621 (v1 032023) Bay City ............................................................ 102
Cover Photo Credit: Dallas Skyline / Baytown ............................................................ 103
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Beaumont ......................................................... 104
Featured Information Bedford ............................................................. 105
Icon Legend ..................................................... 517 Bee Cave ......................................................... 106
Border Information ........................................... 518 Beeville ............................................................. 106
Good Facts To Know ........................................ 26 Big Bend National Park ................................. 106
Orientation Map ................................................. 27 Big Spring ......................................................... 108
Big Thicket National
City Listings Preserve ......................................................... 108
Abilene ................................................................ 39 Blanco ............................................................... 109
Addison ............................................................... 40 Boerne .............................................................. 109
Alamo .................................................................. 42 Bonham ............................................................ 110
Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument .... 42 Borger ............................................................... 110
Alice .................................................................... 42 Bowie ................................................................. 111
Allen .................................................................... 43 Brady ................................................................. 111
Alpine .................................................................. 44 Brenham ........................................................... 112
Alvin .................................................................... 45 Brownsville ........................................................ 113
Amarillo ............................................................... 45 Brownwood ....................................................... 115
Amistad National Recreation Area .................. 49 Bryan ................................................................. 115
Anahuac ............................................................. 50 Buda .................................................................. 118
Angelina National Forest ................................. 50 Burkburnett ....................................................... 119
Angleton .............................................................. 50 Burleson ........................................................... 120
Burnet ................................... 121 Dallas South ........................ 180 Frisco .................................... 226
Canadian ............................. 122 Davy Crockett National Fulton ................................... 229
Canton ................................. 122 Forest ................................. 181 Galveston ............................. 230
Canyon ................................. 123 Dayton .................................. 181 Garland ................................ 235
Carrizo Springs ................... 124 Decatur ................................ 181 Gatesville ............................. 235
Carrollton ............................. 125 Deer Park ............................ 182 Georgetown ......................... 236
Carthage .............................. 125 George West ....................... 237
Del Rio ................................. 182
Cedar Hill ............................. 126 Giddings ............................... 237
Denison ................................ 184
Cedar Park .......................... 126 Glen Rose ............................ 238
Denton ................................. 184
Center .................................. 127 Goliad ................................... 238
Channelview ........................ 127 Denver City .......................... 186 Gonzales .............................. 239
Childress .............................. 128 Desoto .................................. 186 Graham ................................ 240
Clarendon ............................ 128 Dilley ..................................... 187 Granbury .............................. 240
Cleburne .............................. 128 Dumas .................................. 188 Grand Prairie ....................... 241
Cleveland ............................. 129 Duncanville .......................... 189 Grapevine ............................ 242
Clifton ................................... 129 Eagle Pass .......................... 189 Greenville ............................. 245
Clute ..................................... 129 Edinburg ............................... 190 Groom .................................. 246
College Station .................... 130 El Campo ............................. 191 Guadalupe Mountains
Colleyville ............................. 135 Elmendorf ............................ 191 National Park .................... 246
Columbus ............................. 135 El Paso ................................ 191 Hallettsville ........................... 248
Comanche ........................... 136 Harker Heights .................... 248
Euless .................................. 202
Conroe ................................. 136 Harlingen .............................. 248
Falfurrias .............................. 202
Coppell ................................. 137 Hebbronville ......................... 250
Farmers Branch .................. 202
Copperas Cove ................... 137 Hereford ............................... 250
Flatonia ................................ 204 Hillsboro ............................... 251
Corinth .................................. 140
Corpus Christi ..................... 140 Floresville ............................. 204 Hondo ................................... 251
Corsicana ............................. 148 Flower Mound ..................... 205 Horseshoe Bay ................... 252
Cotulla .................................. 148 Forest Hill ............................. 205
Houston ..................... 253
Cuero ................................... 149 Forney .................................. 205
Attractions ........................ 262
Cypress ................................ 149 Fort Davis ............................ 206 Hotels ............................... 267
Dalhart .................................. 150 Fort McKavett ...................... 206 Restaurants ..................... 274
Dallas .......................... 151 Fort Stockton ....................... 206 Houston (Loop Freeway) ... 274
Attractions ........................ 160 Fort Worth ............................ 208 Humble ................................. 312
Hotels ............................... 164 Fredericksburg .................... 223 Huntsville ............................. 312
Restaurants ..................... 170 Freer ..................................... 226 Hurst ..................................... 313
Ingleside ............................... 314 Lockhart ............................... 346 Ozona ................................... 378
Irving ..................................... 314 Longview .............................. 346 Padre Island National
Jacksonville ......................... 322 Lubbock ............................... 348 Seashore ........................... 378
Jefferson .............................. 322 Lufkin .................................... 351 Palestine .............................. 379
Johnson City ........................ 323 Lyndon B. Johnson National Pampa .................................. 379
Junction ................................ 324 Historical Park .................. 352 Panhandle ........................... 380
Katy ...................................... 324 Lytle ...................................... 353 Paris ..................................... 380
Kaufman .............................. 327 Madisonville ......................... 353 Pasadena ............................. 381
Kemah .................................. 328 Mansfield .............................. 354 Pearland ............................... 382
Kenedy ................................. 328 Manvel .................................. 356 Pearsall ................................ 384
Kermit ................................... 328 Marble Falls ......................... 356 Pecos ................................... 384
Kerrville ................................ 329 Marfa .................................... 356
Perryton ............................... 385
Kilgore .................................. 330 Marlin .................................... 357
Pflugerville ........................... 385
Killeen .................................. 331 Marshall ............................... 357
Pharr ..................................... 386
Kingsville .............................. 332 McAllen ................................ 358
Plainview .............................. 387
Kingwood ............................. 333 McKinney ............................. 362
Plano .................................... 387
La Grange ............................ 333 Mesquite .............................. 363
Pleasanton ........................... 391
Lajitas ................................... 334 Mexia .................................... 364
Port Aransas ........................ 392
Lake Dallas .......................... 334 Midland ................................ 364
Port Arthur ........................... 393
Lake Jackson ...................... 335 Midlothian ............................ 366
Port Isabel ........................... 394
Lake Meredith National Mineola ................................ 367
Recreation Area ................ 336 Mineral Wells ....................... 367 Portland ................................ 394
Lakeway ............................... 336 Mission ................................. 367 Post ...................................... 396
Lake Worth .......................... 337 Monahans ............................ 368 Raymondville ....................... 396
Lamesa ................................ 337 Montgomery ........................ 369 Refugio ................................. 396
Lampasas ............................ 337 Mount Pleasant ................... 369 Richardson .......................... 397
La Porte ............................... 338 Muleshoe ............................. 370 Richmond ............................. 399
Laredo .................................. 338 Nacogdoches ...................... 370 Roanoke .............................. 400
League City ......................... 341 Nassau Bay ......................... 371 Robstown ............................. 400
Levelland .............................. 342 Navasota .............................. 372 Rockport ............................... 400
Lewisville .............................. 342 New Braunfels ..................... 372 Rockwall ............................... 401
Lindale .................................. 344 New Caney .......................... 375 Rosenberg ........................... 405
Littlefield ............................... 345 Northlake .............................. 375 Round Rock ........................ 405
Live Oak ............................... 345 Odessa ................................. 376 Rowlett ................................. 409
Llano ..................................... 346 Orange ................................. 377 Sabine National Forest ...... 409
Sam Houston National Southlake ............................. 478 Uvalde .................................. 501
Forest ................................. 409 South Padre Island ............. 479 Van Horn .............................. 502
San Angelo .......................... 409 Spring ................................... 481 Vernon .................................. 502
San Antonio ............. 412 Spring Branch ..................... 484 Victoria ................................. 503
Attractions ........................ 424 Stafford ................................. 484 Vidor ..................................... 505
Hotels ............................... 434 Stonewall ............................. 485 Waco .................................... 505
Restaurants ..................... 444 Sugar Land .......................... 486 Waller ................................... 509
San Marcos ......................... 470 Sulphur Springs .................. 488 Washington .......................... 509
Schertz ................................. 472 Sweetwater .......................... 488 Waxahachie ......................... 510
Schulenburg ........................ 472 Taylor .................................... 489 Weatherford ......................... 511
Seabrook ............................. 473 Temple .................................. 490 Webster ................................ 511
Seagoville ............................ 473 Terrell .................................... 490 Weslaco ............................... 512
Seguin .................................. 474 Texarkana ............................ 491 West ..................................... 513
Selma ................................... 474 Texas City ............................ 493 Wharton ............................... 513
Shamrock ............................. 475 The Colony .......................... 493 Wichita Falls ........................ 513
Shenandoah ........................ 475 The Woodlands ................... 495 Windcrest ............................. 515
Sherman .............................. 477 Tomball ................................. 498 Winnie .................................. 515
Sinton ................................... 477 Trophy Club ......................... 498 Woodville ............................. 516
Snyder .................................. 477 Tyler ...................................... 499 Woodway ............................. 516
Sonora ................................. 478 University Park .................... 501 Zapata .................................. 516
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The Old West lives on in Texan towns founded on the
ROAD Texas
sweat of dusty cattle wranglers and hammer-wielding
railroad men. Journey through a land of malls, coiling
freeways and Western stomping grounds still tread by
boots and horseshoes. Adventures await within the
TRIPS swirling white salt basin dunes of the north and blue
skies dotted by billowy clouds that seem to go on
forever in the south.
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TEXAS MOUNTAIN TRAIL
SCENIC DRIVE
83.0 miles: 1 hour, 22 minutes
During this drive on two-lane SR 54,
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Guadalupe Peak rises like a giant amethyst
ship from the dusty sea of the prairie.
02
SEAWALL SCENIC BOULEVARD
6.8 miles: 0 hours, 17 minutes
Drive along Seawall Boulevard and cast
admiring glances at the turquoise Gulf of
Mexico, which creates a stunning backdrop
to historic Galveston.
03
SAN ANTONIO
02 i 05 i TO CORPUS CHRISTI, TX
Visit San Antonio’s beautiful River Walk,
which runs 15 miles through downtown,
extending as far north as Hildebrand
Avenue and as far south as Mission Espada.
04
WACO TO AUSTIN, TX
Onto Austin, the state capital and “the
03 i 06 i Live Music Capital of the World.” It is
also home to the University of Texas and
countless high-profile corporations.
05
DALLAS TO FORT WORTH, TX
High-end stores (including the original
Neiman Marcus) are as numerous here as
the wildflowers along North Texas’ oft-
congested highways.
06
LAREDO TO SAN ANTONIO, TX
Hightail it to San Antonio across South
Texas plains and explore Mission Nuestra
Señora de la Purísima Concepción
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Texas
Good Facts To Know ......................................................... 26
Orientation Map ...................................................................... 27
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, Fredericksburg / © iStockphoto.com /
SunnyXplorer Recreation Areas Chart ................................................... 28
If you’re fixin’ to head to Texas, you’d best study up Alphabetical City Listings ............................................... 39
on what it means to be tough. The quickest way to MAJOR DESTINATIONS:
round up respect in the Lone Star State is to demon- Austin ............................................................................................ 57
strate that you’ve got true grit.
The state’s pioneers had gumption galore. Initially Dallas ......................................................................................... 151
conquistadores, Estevanico and Álvar Núñez Cabeza Houston .................................................................................... 253
de Vaca took a lesson from the Native Americans and San Antonio .......................................................................... 412
transformed themselves into healers and savvy trad-
ers. And although most of the rest of his expedition
had returned to Mexico after finding no trace of trea-
sure, Francisco Vázquez de Coronado plugged on With one sting, scorpions and tarantulas can take
despite mounting disappointments. down an enemy many times larger than themselves.
René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle, survived a The distinctive horns of longhorn cattle contributed
perilous journey from France and established a prom- significantly to the breed’s longevity. And rattlesnakes
ising settlement, only to be killed shortly thereafter at have the upper hand in nearly any confrontation.
the hands of his own men. Stephen F. Austin’s unas- You’ve got to have pluck and a stomach of steel just
suming presence gained him widespread regard, to tackle the food for which the state is known. Tama-
thereby allowing him to greatly advance the Ameri- les sear away layers from the lining of the digestive
cans’ cause during the Texas Revolution. tract. Jalapeños bring the most strapping of men to
tears.
Don’t Mess with Texas
Almost everything about Texas reveals some trade- Chili packs a wallop stronger than a spurned lover
mark of an iron will. sending a four-knuckle message to his romantic rival.
Plants are hardy. Tumbleweeds roll across the land- If Texas had a state condiment, it would no doubt be
scape, seemingly oblivious to the searing sun, coarse hot sauce.
sand and swirling winds. Wildflowers, most notably the And what better to wash it all down than a sinus-
ubiquitous bluebonnet and Indian paintbrush, spread out clearing, throat-torching prairie fire—a shot of tequila
like colorful carpets across fields. The prickly pear cactus blended with a minimum of three drops of hot sauce
gives a painful poke to anyone who wanders too close. and garnished with a dash of black pepper?
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Recreation less majestic is the colorful mountain and desert scen-
The variety of ways in which you can play in Texas is ery of Big Bend and Guadalupe Mountains national
as vast as the acreage on which you can do it. parks in West Texas.
For a tough bicycling ride with plenty of roots,
Boating, swimming and other water sports abound on
branches and tight wooded stretches, take on the ter-
the immense Toledo Bend Reservoir, on the Louisiana
rain at Jack Brooks Park, southeast of Houston. If
border; Lake Texoma, on the Oklahoma border; Sam
you’d rather pass on Mother Nature’s surprises, pedal
Rayburn Reservoir, north of Jasper; Lake Tawakoni,
the paved trail at McKinney Falls State Park, south-
south of Greenville; and Lake Livingston, west of
east of Austin.
Livingston.
To view the countryside from high in the saddle, visit
For a varied canoeing run that offers shallow floats, Hill Country State Natural Area, southwest of Bandera,
long pools and sporadic, turbulent rapids, visit Devil’s where 40 miles of multiuse trails are prime real estate
River, north of Del Rio. To really unwind, go tubing on for horseback riding. Several adjacent ranches offer
the Guadalupe or Frio rivers. Settle into a tube in horse rentals. Trails through the semi-rough terrain of
Guadalupe River State Park in Spring Branch or in Palo Duro Canyon State Park, southeast of Amarillo,
Garner State Park, north of Concan, respectively. also are worth exploring; you can rent horses from
Scuba diving is but one way to enjoy the sparkling stables on the canyon floor.
waters of Lake Travis, the southernmost body of water Shake out your sails and go windsurfing at Windsurf
in the Highland Lakes chain, a 150-mile-long stretch of Bay Park on Lake Ray Hubbard, northeast of Dallas.
reservoirs on the Colorado River northwest of Austin. Face the challenge of a climbing excursion at En-
Offshore diving is spectacular at Flower Garden Na- chanted Rock, north of Fredericksburg; or Mineral
tional Marine Sanctuary, 110 miles south of the Texas- Wells, west of Weatherford. Or take to the sky from
Louisiana border. South Padre Island for a parasailing thrill.
Thumbing their noses at the notion that you can’t The Alamo, San Antonio / © iStockphoto.com / YinYang
catch a wave in Texas, surfing enthusiasts head to the
short jetties between Flagship Pier and 61st Street in
Galveston; J.P. Luby Surf Park in Corpus Christi; or
the South Padre Island jetty.
You’ll find excellent fishing just about anywhere you
drop a line. You can hook catfish, white and striped
bass and crappie at Amistad Reservoir, on the Mexi-
can border west of Del Rio. Caddo Lake, east of Jef-
ferson, is noted for its pickerel and sunfish. Trophy
largemouth bass inhabit the depths of Lake Fork, east
of Emory.
For a saltwater battle, pick your spot along the Gulf
Coast and hope your bait catches the eye of a wahoo,
red drum bonito, mackerel, marlin or pompano; boats
can be chartered at nearly every coastal town.
Before you head off with your tackle box in tow,
phone (512) 389-4820 or (800) 792-1112 to learn
about regulations and required licenses, stamps and
tags.
Hiking trails of varied difficulty wind through East
Texas’ four national forests—the Angelina, Davy
Crockett, Sabine and Sam Houston. Breathtaking vis-
tas reward hikers who navigate the rugged gorge in
Pedernales Falls State Park, east of Johnson City. No
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GOOD FACTS TO KNOW

Birthday/Presidents’ Day, Feb. (3rd Mon.) • Texas Independ-
ABOUT THE STATE ence Day, Mar. 2 • San Jacinto Day, Apr. 21 • Memorial Day,
POPULATION: 29,145,505. May (last Mon.) • Emancipation Day, June 19 • July 4
AREA: 268,596 square miles; ranks 2nd. • Lyndon Baines Johnson Day, Aug. 27 • Labor Day, Sept.
(1st Mon.) • Veterans Day, Nov. 11 • Thanksgiving, Nov. (4th
CAPITAL: Austin. Thurs.) • day after Thanksgiving • Christmas Eve, Dec. 24
HIGHEST POINT: 8,751 ft., Guadalupe Peak.
LOWEST POINT: Sea level, Gulf of Mexico.
• Christmas, Dec. 25 • Boxing Day, Dec. 26.
TIME ZONE(S): Central/Mountain. DST. MONEY
REGULATIONS TAXES: Texas’ statewide sales tax is 6.25 percent. Cities
and/or counties may impose additional rates up to 2 percent
TEEN DRIVING LAWS: The minimum age for an unrestricted for a maximum rate of 8.25 percent. The state hotel tax rate is
driver’s license is 18. During the provisional licensure period, 6 percent; cities and some counties can each levy local hotel
no more than one passenger under age 21 is permitted (family taxes, generally at rates varying up to 7 percent. A 10 percent
members are exempt) and driving is not permitted midnight-5 tax is levied on car rentals.
a.m. unless the operation of the vehicle is necessary for the
operator to attend or participate in employment or a school- VISITOR INFORMATION
related activity or because of a medical emergency. Phone INFORMATION CENTERS: State welcome centers are on
(512) 424-2600 for more information about Texas driver’s li- I-40 in Amarillo • on I-10W in Anthony • in the Capitol complex
cense regulations. in Austin • on US 75/69 in Denison • on I-35 at US 77 in
SEAT BELT/CHILD RESTRAINT LAWS: Seat belts are re- Gainesville • on US 90W Loop 25 in Langtry • on I-35 at US
quired for driver and all passengers ages 8 and over. Child re- 83 in Laredo • on I-10E in Orange • on I-30 in Texarkana • on
straints are required for children under age 8 and under 57 US 77/83 in Harlingen in the Rio Grande Valley • on I-20E in
inches. AAA recommends the use of seat belts and appro- Waskom • and on Central Freeway in Wichita Falls. The
priate child restraints for the driver and all passengers. Capitol complex center is open daily 9-5. All others are open
CELLPHONE RESTRICTIONS: Text messaging is prohib- daily 8-6, Memorial Day-Labor Day, and daily 8-5, rest of year.
ited for all drivers. All drivers are prohibited from using hand- All centers are closed Jan. 1, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas
held cell phones and text messaging while driving in school Eve and Christmas. Phone (512) 463-8586 or (800) 452-9292.
crossing zones. Drivers under age 18 are not permitted to FURTHER INFORMATION FOR VISITORS:
use cell phones while driving. Drivers in some cities, in- Texas Department of Transportation
cluding El Paso, are prohibited from using handheld cell Travel Information Division
phones while driving. 6230 Stassney Ln.
HELMETS FOR MOTORCYCLISTS: Required for all riders Austin, TX 78744
under age 21. Optional for ages 21 and over with sanctioned (512) 486-5800
training safety course or proof of medical insurance (minimum (512) 486-5900
$10,000 coverage). (800) 452-9292 (road closures only)
RADAR DETECTORS: Permitted. Prohibited for use by com- NATIONAL FOREST INFORMATION:
mercial vehicles. U.S. Forest Service Supervisor’s Office
MOVE OVER LAW: Driver is required to slow down (not to 2221 N. Raguet St.
exceed 20 mph less than a posted speed limit of 25 mph or Lufkin, TX 75904
more, or not more than 5 mph when the posted speed limit (936) 639-8501
under 25 mph) and vacate the lane nearest stopped police, TTY (936) 639-8560
fire and rescue vehicles using audible or flashing signals. The
law also applies to recovery vehicles, such as tow trucks and FISHING AND HUNTING REGULATIONS:
road maintenance vehicles. Texas Parks & Wildlife Department
4200 Smith School Rd.
FIREARMS LAWS: Vary by state and/or county. Contact the Austin, TX 78744
Texas Department of Public Safety, 5805 North Lamar Blvd., (512) 389-4800
P.O. Box 4087, Austin, TX 78773; phone (512) 424-2000. (512) 389-4820 (licenses and permits)
(800) 792-1112
HOLIDAYS
HOLIDAYS: Jan. 1 • Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Jan. (3rd
Mon.) • Confederate Heroes’ Day, Jan. 19 • Washington’s
28 TEXAS
Recreation Areas Chart
VISITOR CENTER
BICYCLE TRAILS
LODGE/CABINS
FOOD SERVICE
HIKING TRAILS
PET FRIENDLY
BOAT RENTAL
Shaded columns below indicate available
SKIN/SCUBA
BOAT RAMP
PICNICKING
SWIMMING
services and activities.
CAMPING
BOATING
FISHING
Find thousands of places to camp
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NATIONAL PARKS (See place listings.)

Big Bend 801,163 acres. Horse rental.
NATIONAL FORESTS (See place listings.)
Angelina 153,179 acres. East Texas. Canoeing.
Davy Crockett 161,500 acres. East Texas. Hunting;
horseback riding trails.
Sabine 160,798 acres. East Texas. Biking (mountain),
hunting; horseback riding trails.
Sam Houston 163,037 acres. East Texas. Hunting;
NATIONAL PRESERVES (See place listings.)
Big Thicket 113,121 acres. Bird-watching, canoeing,
hunting, kayaking; horseback riding trails.
NATIONAL RECREATION AREAS (See place listings.)
Amistad 67,000 acres. Pictographs.
Lake Meredith 16,504 acres. Hunting
NATIONAL SEASHORES (See place listings.)
Padre Island 130,697 acres.
ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS
Aquilla Lake 3,280 acres 9.5 mi. s.w. of Hillsboro via
I-35 and FM 310.
Bardwell Lake 3,570 acres 4 mi. s.w. of Ennis via
SR 34.
B.A. Steinhagen Lake 13,700 acres 15 mi. e. of
Woodville via US 190.
Belton Lake 12,300 acres 4 mi. n.w. of Belton via
SR 317 and FM 439. Horseback riding trails.

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VISITOR CENTER
BICYCLE TRAILS
LODGE/CABINS
FOOD SERVICE
HIKING TRAILS
PET FRIENDLY
BOAT RENTAL
SKIN/SCUBA
BOAT RAMP
PICNICKING
SWIMMING
CAMPING
BOATING
FISHING
Benbrook Lake 3,770 acres 12 mi. s.w. of Fort Worth

on US 377. Horseback riding trails.
Canyon Lake 8,240 acres 16 mi. n.w. of New Braun-
fels via SR 306. Hunting; horseback riding trails.
Granger Lake 4,400 acres 10 mi. n.e. of Taylor via
SR 95 and FM 971. Bird-watching.
Grapevine Lake 7,280 acres n.e. of Grapevine on
SR 121. Hunting.
Hords Creek Lake 510 acres 8 mi. w. of Coleman on
FM 153.
Joe Pool Lake 7,470 acres 2 mi. s. of Grand Prairie
off I-20 on Great South Pkwy.
Lake Georgetown 1,310 acres 4 mi. w. of Georgetown
via I-35 and CR 2338. Hunting.
Lake Lavon 21,400 acres 3 mi. e. of Wylie on SR 78.
Water skiing.
Lake O’ the Pines 19,780 acres 25 mi. n.e. of
Longview off FM 726. Volleyball and basketball courts.
Lake Texoma 202,300 acres.
Lake Wright Patman 33,750 acres 9 mi. s.w. of
Texarkana on US 59. Hunting.
Lewisville Lake 28,980 acres in Lewisville. Golf
(18 holes).
Navarro Mills Lake 5,070 acres 18 mi. w. of Corsi-
cana via SR 31 and FM 667. Bird-watching, hunting.
O.C. Fisher Lake 5,440 acres 3 mi. n.w. of San
Angelo off FM 853.

30 TEXAS
VISITOR CENTER
BICYCLE TRAILS
LODGE/CABINS
FOOD SERVICE
HIKING TRAILS
PET FRIENDLY
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BOAT RAMP
PICNICKING
SWIMMING
CAMPING
BOATING
FISHING
Pat Mayse Lake 8,000 acres 12 mi. n. of Paris off

US 271. Hunting.
Proctor Lake 4,610 acres 3.5 from Hasse via US 377
and FM 2861.
Sam Rayburn Reservoir 114,500 acres 20 mi. n. of
Jasper via US 96 and FM 1007.
Somerville Lake 11,460 acres w. of Somerville.
Stillhouse Hollow Lake 6,430 acres 4 mi. s.w. of
Belton via US 190 and FM 1670.
Waco Lake 7,270 acres in Waco. Horseback riding
trails.
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Abilene 529 acres 16 mi. s.w. of Abilene via FM 89
near Buffalo Gap. Bird-watching, swimming (pool);
volleyball court.
Atlanta 1,475 acres 11 mi. n.w. of Atlanta off US 59.
Bird-watching, canoeing, water skiing.
Balmorhea 46 acres 4 mi. s.w. of Balmorhea on
SR 17S. Scuba diving, swimming (spring-fed pool).
Bastrop 6,600 acres 1 mi. e. of Bastrop off SR 21.
Scenic. Canoeing, swimming (pool).
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley 588 acres 6 mi. s.w. of
Mission off US 83. Scenic.
Big Bend Ranch 287,000 acres 4 miles s.e. of Presi-
dio on River Road (FM 170). Historic. Horseback
riding trails.
Blanco 105 acres 1 mi. s. of Blanco off US 281.
Boating (electric motors only).

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FISHING
Bonham 261 acres 1.5 mi. s.e. of Bonham on SR 78

to FM 271. Mountain biking.
Brazos Bend 4,897 acres 20 mi. s.w. of Richmond on
FM 762. Horseback riding trails; observatory.
Buescher 1,017 acres 2 mi. n.w. of Smithville off
SR 71. Scenic. Boating (no motors); interpretive tours.
Caddo Lake 484 acres 15 mi. n.e. of Marshall off
SR 43. Historic. Scenic. Canoe trail.
Caprock Canyons 15,313 acres 3.5 mi. n. of SR 86,
then n. on FM 1065 in Quitaque. Guided tours, horse-
back riding trails. Bison herd.
Cedar Hill 1,826 acres 3 mi. w. of Cedar Hill on
FM 1382. Bird-watching; marina.
Choke Canyon 1,485 acres .5 mi. s.e. of Calliham on
SR 72. Beach; guided tours.
Cleburne 528 acres 10 mi. s.w. of Cleburne via US 67
and Park Rd. 21.
Colorado Bend 5,328 acres 4. mi. s. of Bend on
FM 580. Bird-watching, mountain biking; cave tours.
Confederate Reunion Grounds Historic Site 7 mi.
s.w. of Mexia on SR 14. Historic.
Cooper Lake
Doctors Creek Unit 716 acres 3 mi. s.e. of Cooper
on FM 1529. Bird-watching, stargazing, water skiing;
South Sulphur Unit 2,311 acres 14 mi. n.w. of Sulfur
Springs off SR 71. Horseback riding trails.

32 TEXAS
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Copper Breaks 1,899 acres 12 mi. s. of Quanah on

SR 6. Horseback riding trails, kite flying, mountain
biking.
Daingerfield 507 acres 2 mi. s.e. of Daingerfield on
SR 49. Canoe, hydro bike, kayak and paddleboat
rental.
Dinosaur Valley 1,587 acres 4 mi. w. of Glen Rose off
US 67. Historic. Dinosaur tracks, horseback riding
trails.
Eisenhower 463 acres off US 75, 2 mi. n. on FM 1310
at Lake Texoma. ATV trail (permit required).
Fairfield Lake 1,460 acres 6 mi. n.w. of Fairfield off
FM 2570. Bird-watching, water skiing; horseback riding
trails.
Falcon 572 acres s. of Falcon Heights on Park Rd. 46.
Bird-watching, water skiing; butterfly house.
Fort Griffin 506 acres 15 mi. n. of Albany on US 283.
Historic. Horseback riding trails.
Fort Parker 1,459 acres 7 mi. s. of Mexia on SR 14.
Bird-watching, canoeing.
Fort Richardson 485 acres 1 mi. s. of Jacksboro off
US 281. Historic.
Franklin Mountains 26,627 acres n. of El Paso, 3.8
mi. e. of I-10 on Transmountain Rd. Biking (mountain),
rock climbing.
Galveston Island 2,013 acres. 10 mi. s.w. of Galves-
ton on FM 3005. Historic. Biking (mountain), bird-
watching, canoeing, kayaking; beach, canoe trail.

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LODGE/CABINS
FOOD SERVICE
HIKING TRAILS
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SKIN/SCUBA
BOAT RAMP
PICNICKING
SWIMMING
CAMPING
BOATING
FISHING
Garner 1,774 acres 8 mi. n. of Concan on FM 1050.

Canoeing, miniature golf; dance program, inner tube,
kayak and paddleboat rental.
Goliad 188 acres .2 mi. s. on US 77A/183. Historic.
Canoeing, kayaking.
Goose Island 321 acres 10 mi. n.e. of Rockport off
SR 35. Canoeing, kayaking; bird walks, fishing pier.
Guadalupe River/Honey Creek 1,938 acres 13 mi. e.
of Boerne on SR 46. Nature programs. Biking (moun-
tain), bird-watching, stargazing; children’s center,
Hill Country 5,369 acres 4 mi. n.e. of Tarpley on
FM 1077. Biking (mountain); horseback riding trails.
Huntsville 2,083 acres 6 mi. s.w. of Huntsville off I-45.
Horseback riding trails (no personal horses permitted;
horses are provided by park stables), playground.
Inks Lake 1,200 acres 9 mi. w. of Burnet off SR 29.
Canoeing, scuba diving, water skiing.
Lake Arrowhead 524 acres 15 mi. s.e. of Wichita Falls
via US 281 and FM 1954. Bird-watching, disc golf,
swimming (lake), water skiing; beach, horseback riding
trails.
Lake Bob Sandlin 640 acres 12 mi. s.w. of Mount
Pleasant on FM 21. Biking (mountain).
Lake Brownwood 537 acres 16 mi. n.w. of Brown-
wood off SR 279. Historic. Bird-watching, water and
jet skiing.

34 TEXAS
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CAMPING
BOATING
FISHING
Lake Casa Blanca International 525 acres e. of

Laredo off US 59 to Loop 20. Water skiing; fishing
pier, mountain-biking trails, playground, sports courts.
Lake Colorado City 500 acres 11 mi. s.w. of Colorado
City on FM 2836. Bird-watching, canoeing, kayaking.
Lake Corpus Christi 256 acres 4 mi. s.w. of Mathis on
SR 359, then 2 mi. n.w. on Park Rd. 25. Bird-
watching, water skiing.
Lake Livingston 635 acres 1 mi. s. of Livingston off
US 59, then 4 mi. w. on FM 1988. Horseback riding,
swimming (lake).
Lake Mineral Wells 3,283 acres 4 mi. e. of Mineral
Wells on US 180. Rock climbing, swimming (lake);
amphitheater, horseback riding trails, equestrian
campsites.
Lake Somerville
Birch Creek Unit 2,365 acres 15 mi. n.w. of Brenham
on SR 36, then 7 mi. w. on FM 60 to Park Road 57.
Nails Creek Unit 3,155 acres 11 mi. n.w. of Burton
on FM 1697, then 4 mi. n.e. on FM 180. Horseback
riding trails.
Lake Tawakoni 376 acres 4 mi. n. of Wills Point on
FM 2475. Biking (mountain), bird-watching.
Lake Whitney 775 acres 3 mi. s.w. of Whitney on
FM 1244. Bird-watching, water skiing.
Lockhart 263 acres 1 mi. s. of Lockhart off US 183 to
FM 20. Golf (9 holes), swimming (pool).
Lost Maples 2,174 acres 5 mi. n. of Vanderpool on
FM 187. Natural area. Bird-watching; guided tours.

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BOAT RAMP
PICNICKING
SWIMMING
CAMPING
BOATING
FISHING
Lyndon B. Johnson 717.9 acres e. of Stonewall on

US 290. Historic. Swimming (pool).
Martin Creek Lake 287 acres 8 mi. n.e. of Henderson
off SR 43. Canoeing, swimming (lake), water skiing.
Martin Dies Jr. 729 acres 17 mi. e. of Woodville on
US 190. Canoeing, kayaking, stargazing.
Matagorda Island 7,325 acres in Matagorda Island
Wildlife Management Area, accessed by private or
charter boat from Port O’Connor.
McKinney Falls 726 acres 13 mi. s.e. of Austin off
US 183. Historic. Swimming (creek).
Meridian 505 acres 3 mi. s.w. of Meridian off SR 22.
Bird-watching.
Mission Tejas 660 acres just n. of Weches on Park
Rd. 44. Historic.
Mother Neff 400 acres 9 mi. w. of Moody on SR 236.
Interpretive center.
Mustang Island 3,954 acres 14 mi. s. of Port Aransas
on SR 361. Bird-watching, kayaking; beach, canoe
trail.
Palmetto 270 acres 6 mi. s.e. of Luling off US 183.
Canoeing, river tubing.
Palo Duro Canyon 29,182 acres 12 mi. e. of Canyon
on SR 217. Scenic. Horse rental, outdoor drama.
Pedernales Falls 5,212 acres 9 mi. e. of Johnson City
via FM 2766. Biking (mountain), canoeing, kayaking,
river tubing; horseback riding trails.

36 TEXAS
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FOOD SERVICE
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PICNICKING
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CAMPING
BOATING
FISHING
Possum Kingdom 1,528 acres 17 mi. n.e. of Caddo

via Park Rd. 33. Scuba diving, snorkeling, water
skiing.
Purtis Creek 1,582 acres 4 mi. n. of Eustace on
FM 316. Canoeing, kayaking.
Ray Roberts Lake
Isle du Bois Unit 1,397 acres 15 mi. n. of Denton via
I-35 and FM 455. Horseback riding trails.
Johnson Branch Unit 1,514 acres 21 mi. n. of Den-
ton on I-35 and FM 3002. Horseback riding trails.
San Angelo 7,677 acres n. of San Angelo on US 87 to
FM 2288. Hunting; mountain biking trails. Bison herd.
Sea Rim 4,141 acres 10 mi. w. of Sabine Pass off
SR 87. Water skiing; canoe trails.
Seminole Canyon 2,172 acres 8 mi. w. of Comstock
on US 90. Historic. Pictographs.
Sheldon Lake just w. of Sheldon on Garrett Road.
Observation tower.
South Llano River 2,600 acres 5.5 mi. s. of Junction
on Park Rd. 73. Biking (mountain), bird-watching,
canoeing.
Stephen F. Austin 473 acres 6 mi. e. of Sealy via I-10
and FM 1458. Historic.
Tyler 986 acres 2 mi. n. of Tyler off FM 14. Biking
(mountain), bird-watching.
Village Creek 1,090 acres e. of Lumberton on Mitchell
Road. Biking (mountain), canoeing; playground.

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Comanche Trail 400 acres s. of Big Spring via US 87
or FM 700. Camping (RV only), golf (18 holes), tennis;
amphitheater, nature trails, playgrounds.
Falls On the Brazos 22 acres 3 mi. s. of Marlin at 644
FM 712. Historic. Bald eagle observation deck,
playground.
Hubbard Creek Reservoir 15,250 acres 4 mi. w. of
Breckenridge on US 180. Water skiing.
Kerrville-Schreiner 517 acres 3 mi. s.w. of Kerrville off
SR 16 at 2385 Bandera Hwy. Amphitheater, butterfly
garden.
Lake Buchanan 10 acres 9 mi. w. of Burnet on SR 29
and 15 mi. e. of Llano.
Lake Crook 2,717 acres about 5 mi. n.w. of Paris off
US 271.
Lake Fort Phantom Hill 4,213 acres 10 mi. n.e. of
Abilene via FM 600.
Lake Houston Wilderness Park 4,786 acres mi. e. of
New Caney on FM 1485. Canoeing, kayaking; horse-
back riding trails, nature center.
Lake Leon 726 acres 6 mi. s. of Ranger off FM 2461.
Lake Texana (Brackenridge Recreation Complex)
575 acres 6 mi. s.e. of Edna on SR 111. Water skiing.
Pace Bend 1,368 acres 27 mi. n.w. of Austin via
SR 71.

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Riverside 562 acres 2 mi. s.w. of Victoria at 476 Mc-

Cright Dr. Canoeing, disc golf (21 holes), golf (18
holes); canoe trail, playground, rose garden, sports
complex, zoo.
Rusk 100 acres 3 mi. w. of Rusk on US 84. Basket-
ball, tennis.
Sabine Lake e. of Port Arthur via SR 82 and Martin
Luther King, Jr. Bridge. Water skiing.
Zilker 358 acres 1.5 mi. s.w. of Austin on Barton
Springs Rd. Canoeing, swimming (springs); garden,
museum, theater.
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ABILENE, TX 39
ABILENE Nearby recreation and historic areas include the ruins of
• Hotels p. 39 Fort Phantom Hill, 10 miles northeast on FM 600, and
621-acre Abilene State Park, 16 miles southwest via FM
For centuries the Central Plains around Abilene were 89 (see Recreation Areas Chart). The guardhouse, com-
filled only with buffalo. In the late 1870s cattle replaced missary, powder magazine and several chimneys are all
the buffalo, and a tent city soon took shape. The efforts that remain of Fort Phantom Hill, once part of a string of
of Col. C.W. Merchant convinced Jay Gould’s Texas and forts along the Texas frontier.
Pacific Railway to route its tracks through the settlement,
which was named Abilene after the Kansas cattle boom- Abilene Convention and Visitors Bureau: 1101 N. 1st
town. Abilene soon became a major shipping point for St., Abilene, TX 79601. Phone: (325) 676-2556 or (800)
cattle. 727-7704.
Livestock still plays a role in the economy of this city, NATIONAL CENTER FOR CHILDREN’S ILLUSTRATED
which has grown into an urban center supporting such di- LITERATURE, 102 Cedar St., displays original art created
verse industries as petroleum refining, manufacturing and for children’s literature. Traveling exhibits enhance the
the production of musical instruments. The city also has permanent collection. Time: Allow 30 minutes minimum.
three universities, a symphony orchestra and a theater. Phone: (325) 673-4586.
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40 ABILENE — ADDISON, TX
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ADDISON works display starts, illuminating more than 400,000
• Hotels p. 40 dazzled, upturned faces.
• Part of Dallas area— see map p. 152 CAVANAUGH FLIGHT MUSEUM is at 4572 Claire Chen-
nault. Exhibits are housed in several hangars and
Addison flaunts its stellar pyrotechnic skills each July 3 chronicle the history of American, British, German and
during Addison Kaboom Town!, an old-fashioned patriotic Polish military aircraft from World War I through the Cold
celebration. Corn dogs, carnival-style games and every- War. Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (972)
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~ Hotel. Address: 14901 Dallas Pkwy 75254.
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Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 4900 Edwin Lewis Dr 75001. Facility: 132 kitchen units,
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42 ALAMO — ALICE, TX
ALAMO
• Hotels p. 42
Incorporated in 1924 and named for the Alamo Land
and Sugar Co., this Rio Grande Valley town produces
vegetables and citrus.
A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES ALAMO AT EAST MCALLEN BOOK NOW 956/783-6955
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ALIBATES FLINT QUARRIES NATIONAL the source of many ancient implements discovered
MONUMENT throughout the Southwest and Great Plains.
Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument is 34 miles Park headquarters near Fritch is open daily 9-4. Phone
northeast of Amarillo off SR 136 on the south shore of ahead to confirm hours and holiday closures. Flint quar-
Lake Meredith (see Lake Meredith National Recreation ries can be visited only on a 1-mile ranger-guided walking
Area place listing p. 336). The land at this 1,370-acre site tour offered daily at 10 and 2; reservations are required.
is rich in flint, which occurs in a variety of colors and was Grounds closed Jan. 1, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
used for toolmaking and barter by prehistoric cultures up Free. For more information, phone (806) 857-3151 Mon.-
to 12,000 years ago. The area around the monument was Fri., or (806) 857-6680 Sat.-Sun.
ALICE
• Hotels p. 42
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ALLEN, TX 43
ALLEN
• Hotels p. 43
• Part of Dallas area— see map p. 152
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ALPINE opportunities range from hiking in the area’s large parks

• Hotels p. 44 to hunting in nearby canyons.
Kokernot Springs, on the Kokernot Lodge grounds, is
Alpine, with its valley location in the heart of Big Bend, the site of the Burgess Water Hole, which was used by
resembles the towns and villages dotting European pioneers, immigrants, stagecoach passengers and others
mountain regions. The Texas Alps, like their namesake, to quench their thirst during desert passages.
attract throngs of outdoor enthusiasts who use Alpine as Alpine Chamber of Commerce: 106 N. 3rd St., Alpine,
a base for mountain and desert exploration. Recreational TX 79830. Phone: (432) 837-4144.

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ALVIN — AMARILLO, TX 45
ALVIN Amarillo Convention & Visitor Council: 1000 S. Polk
St., Amarillo, TX 79101. Phone: (806) 374-8474 or (800)
Founded in 1876 as a stop along the railroad route con- 692-1338.
necting Galveston and Richmond, Alvin was named for Shopping: Major shopping centers include Westgate
founder Alvin Morgan. It was here that Major League Mall, off I-40W on the west side of the city between
Baseball pitcher Nolan Ryan spent his childhood. The city Coulter and Soncy streets; and Wolflin Village and Wolflin
survived despite hurricanes in 1900 and 1915 and a dev- Square, both at the southeast corner of I-40W and
astating fire in 1902. Georgia Street. Antiques can be found along historic
Alvin Convention and Visitors Bureau: 200 Historic Route 66 and Sixth Street between Georgia and Western
Depot Center Blvd., Alvin, TX 77511. Phone: (281) streets.
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585-3359. AMERICAN QUARTER HORSE HALL OF FAME
& MUSEUM is off I-40 exit 72A to Quarter Horse
Dr. Interactive exhibits, artwork and multimedia presenta-
tions tell the story of the American Quarter Horse from its
AMARILLO early racing days in Colonial Virginia to modern ranching
• Hotels p. 46 in the Southwest. The equine champions, as well as the
people who helped them reach their potential, are hon-
Originally called Oneida, the town was established in ored in the Hall of Fame.
1887 and renamed shortly thereafter by majority rule. The
name Amarillo, which means ‘‘yellow’’ in Spanish, likely Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (806) 376-5181
came from the gold-colored soil surrounding Amarillo or (888) 209-8322.
Creek and the lustrous wildflowers that thrive in season. DON HARRINGTON DISCOVERY CENTER AND
In celebration of the name change many residents painted SPACE THEATER is off I-40 exit 65 (Coulter St.) in Har-
their homes a yellow hue. rington Regional Medical Center Park at 1200 Streit Dr.
This kid-geared science center has interactive, hands-on
Located at the intersection of the Fort Worth & Denver exhibits that will entertain and educate visitors of all ages.
Railroad and the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe, Amarillo You’ll learn about birds of prey, the human body, engi-
was a railhead for the late 19th-century cattle drives and neering concepts, the solar system and more. Changing
remains a major cattle-feeding and shipping town. Every exhibits are displayed, and the Space Theater features
Monday you can mingle with cattlemen and catch a whiff changing presentations.
of Amarillo at one of the nation’s largest livestock auc-
tions, the Amarillo Livestock Auction; phone (806) Time: Allow 1 hour, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (806)
373-7464. 355-9547 or (800) 784-9548. J
Unless you’re the yellow type, be sure to check out re- International Helium Centennial Time Columns Monu-
putedly haunted The Nat, 2705 S.W. 6th Ave. Formerly an ment is at 1200 Streit Dr., on the grounds of the Don Har-
indoor swimming pool that opened in 1922, the building rington Discovery Center and Space Theater. This 60-foot
was converted to a dance hall in 1926. Guests boogied to stainless steel monument commemorates the discovery
the live tunes of Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Buddy of helium in 1868. Erected in 1968, the monument con-
Holly and Roy Orbison. The Nat was closed to public tains sealed time capsules filled with data related to he-
dancing in the 1960s and the historical landmark is now lium as well as a $10 savings account deposit that will be
an antique mall; phone (806) 367-8908. worth $1 quintillion when the capsule is opened in the
year 2968.
Discover the area’s quirky side by heading west on I-40
to Cadillac Ranch, where you’ll behold 10 graffiti-covered
vintage Cadillacs half-buried nose-down in a field. } PALO DURO CANYON STATE PARK — see
Canyon p. 123.
Dubbed ‘‘Hood Ornament of Route 66,’’ this unusual road-
side attraction is a popular stop for locals and visitors
armed with spray paint and cameras.
} PANHANDLE-PLAINS HISTORICAL MUSEUM—
see Canyon p. 123.

46 AMARILLO, TX
A BEST WESTERN PLUS MEDICAL CENTER BOOK NOW 806/803-5000

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Hotel. Address: 7410 W Amarillo Blvd 79106. Facility: 80 units. 4
stories, interior corridors. Pool: heated indoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest
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A COMFORT INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 806/331-7829

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A COMFORT INN & SUITES MEDICAL BOOK NOW 806/457-9100

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A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT BOOK NOW 806/467-8954

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~ Historic Hotel. Address: 724 S Polk St 79101.
A DRURY INN & SUITES-AMARILLO BOOK NOW 806/351-1111
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~ Hotel. Address: 550 S Buchanan St 79101.
A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT AMARILLO AIRPORT BOOK NOW 806/322-6777
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~ Hotel. Address: 7777 I-40 E 79118.
A HAMPTON INN & SUITES AMARILLO WEST BOOK NOW 806/467-9997
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~ Hotel. Address: 6901 I-40 W 79106.
A HILTON GARDEN INN BOOK NOW 806/355-4400
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~ Hotel. Address: 9000 I-40 W 79124.
A HOLIDAY INN AMARILLO WEST MEDICAL CENTER BOOK NOW 806/322-4777
----- Hotel. Address: 8231 Amarillo Blvd W 79124.
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----- Hotel. Address: 9401 I-40 E 79118.
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A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES AMARILLO BOOK NOW 806/322-3050

----- Hotel. Address: 2806 Wolflin Ave 79109.
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AMARILLO — AMISTAD NRA, TX 49
A HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON BOOK NOW 806/355-2222

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A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES AMARILLO AIRPORT BOOK NOW 806/335-9572
----- Contemporary Hotel. Address: 9305 E I-40 79118.
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A MY PLACE HOTEL - AMARILLO BOOK NOW 806/803-9501

----- Hotel. Address: 2208 Cinema Dr 79124.
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A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT BOOK NOW 806/354-2978

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A SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT BOOK NOW 806/381-3400
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~ Hotel. Address: 2301 Cinema Dr 79124.
AMISTAD NATIONAL RECREATION AREA Canyon. Houseboats can be rented; contact the park of-
fice for more information.
Amistad National Recreation Area is northwest of Del Popular activities include picnicking, swimming and
Rio via US 90. The 64,860-acre reservoir is an outgrowth hiking. Fishing is possible all year. A Mexican license must
of the Amistad Dam water-storage project, a joint venture be obtained for fishing in Mexican waters; phone (619)
of the United States and Mexico. The boundaries of the 233-4324. Hunting is permitted only in designated areas.
area extend 74 miles up the Rio Grande and portions of Shotgun hunting for dove, quail, ducks and other waterfowl
the Pecos and Devils rivers. More than 6 miles long, the is permitted only during the hunting season. Other hunting
dam creates 86-mile-long Lake Amistad. is only by bow and arrow and is restricted to deer, rabbits,
This tract of land and water was the prehistoric home of javelinas and turkeys. Rifles and pistols are not permitted.
Native Americans. Excavations have uncovered more The recreation area is open dawn-dusk, year-round.
than 300 sites. Primitive campsites are at San Pedro Flats The Visitor Information Center at 9685 US 90, west of Del
on Spur 454, at Governor’s Landing on Spur 349, and at Rio, is open daily 8-4:30; closed Jan. 1, Thanksgiving and
three other points: one along US 277N, another along Christmas. For further information phone (830) 775-7491.
Spur 406, and lastly, one off Recreation Rd. 2 in Rough See Recreation Areas Chart.

50 ANAHUAC — ANTHONY, TX
ANAHUAC 153,179 acres encompass fragments of the ‘‘Piney-
• Part of Houston area— see map p. 254 woods’’ region, which was heavily logged early in the 20th
century. Towering pines and hardwoods have returned,
Atakapan Indians were among the first inhabitants of sheltering deer, squirrels and occasional turkeys.
the Anahuac region. By the 19th century, the bluff above
the Trinity River was known as Perry’s Point. A fort was Sam Rayburn Reservoir is the largest reservoir wholly
built there in 1830 by a Mexican garrison under the com- within the state, and its 560-mile shoreline is dotted with
mand of Col. John Davis Bradburn, who named the instal- campgrounds and marinas. Plentiful bass and catfish
lation after the ancient capital of the Aztecs. The first make it popular with anglers. Two notable wilderness
armed confrontation between Anglo-American and areas within the forest are Turkey Hill and Upland Island.
Mexican troops occurred at Anahuac in 1832, and the fort
was left in ruins. Relics of the region’s logging days can be seen along
the 5.5-mile Sawmill Trail. The trail consists of two loops:
one extending from Bouton Lake Recreation Area and the
other from Boykin Springs Recreation Area and the
ANGELINA NATIONAL FOREST Aldridge Sawmill. Portions of each loop follow the Neches
River past vestiges of an old tram line, logging camps and
Elevations in the forest range from 100 ft. on the ruined bridges. Also on site is the Aldridge Sawmill His-
Neches River below the Sam Rayburn Reservoir toric Site, home to the concrete shells of a 1911 sawmill,
Dam to 406 ft. at Moss Hill. Refer to AAA maps for a fuels building, a dry kiln and a power plant as well as the
additional elevation information. mill pond and part of a railroad tram.
Angelina National Forest surrounds Sam Rayburn Res- For more information phone the district ranger station at
ervoir in East Texas, off US 69 east of Lufkin. The forest’s (936) 897-1068. See Recreation Areas Chart.
ANGLETON
• Hotels p. 50
A BEST WESTERN ANGLETON INN BOOK NOW 979/849-5822

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ANTHONY Jaguar Falls, the park’s newest ride, features a family raft
• Hotels p. 51 twisting down six stories. The park hosts concerts and
special events and allows guests to bring in food and
WET N’ WILD WATERWORLD is at 8804 S. Desert Blvd. beverages.
More than 200 trees provide shade for a variety of water
attractions. Among the highlights are Alien Vortex, a steep Rental barbecue grills, water tubes and lockers are
vertical slide; Zelé Scream, a vertical-drop slide; the available. Time: Allow 6 hours minimum. Phone: (915)
Raging Rapids bumper ride; and Wild Island Wave Pool. 886-2222. J q
ANTHONY — ARLINGTON, TX 51
A BEST WESTERN ANTHONY/WEST EL PASO BOOK NOW 915/886-3333

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Hotel. Address: 9401 S Desert Blvd 79821. Facility: 62 units. 2 stories, exterior
corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and
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• Hotels p. 51
A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 361/226-3939

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A MICROTEL INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM BOOK NOW 361/758-8000
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ARLINGTON AT&T STADIUM is at 1 Legends Way. The home of the

• Hotels p. 52 Dallas Cowboys and venue for the 2011 Super Bowl XLV
and annual } AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic boasts 80,000
The city of Arlington grew out of a trading post estab- seats and a retractable roof. Visitors on guided 1.5-hour
lished at Marrow Bone Springs in accordance with the In-
walking tours can explore several areas, including the
dian Peace Council of 1843. Originally named Hayter, the
field, post-game interview room, private suite, press
town was renamed for Robert E. Lee’s hometown in Vir-
ginia. Upon the arrival of the Texas and Pacific Railway in boxes and players’ and cheerleaders’ locker rooms. Self-
1876, Arlington became a market center for surrounding guiding tours allow access to the field, post-game inter-
communities, remaining an agricultural community until view room, locker rooms and field club. Guided and self-
after World War II. The construction of a General Motors guiding tours highlighting the stadium’s 21 contemporary
assembly plant in 1951 spurred commercial expansion; art pieces also are available.
city population increased by more than 75 percent during
the 1970s. Note: Food, beverages, camcorders, and cameras with
Arlington Convention & Visitors Bureau: 1905 E. a lens length of 3 or more inches are not permitted. Time:
Randol Mill Rd., Arlington, TX 76011-8214. Phone: (817) Allow 1 hour, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (817)
461-3888 or (800) 342-4305. 892-4161 or (817) 892-4000. f J

52 ARLINGTON, TX
GLOBE LIFE FIELD is at 734 Stadium Dr. Guided 60- or Twister, Tsunami Surge and Wahoo Racer to thrilling at-
90-minute tours of the home of the Texas Rangers start at tractions for the little swimmers with Hook’s Lagoon—an in-
the TXU Energy North Entrance and include the ballpark teractive water playhouse— or you can just relax in one of
as well as club spaces and luxury suites. the shaded cabanas. Enjoy bigger, better and wetter thrills
Note: Restrictions apply to purses and bags, with most all summer long at Six Flags Hurricane Harbor.
backpacks prohibited. Phone: (817) 533-1972. f Outside food and beverages are prohibited. Time: Allow
6 hours minimum. Phone: (817) 640-8900. J
INTERNATIONAL BOWLING MUSEUM AND HALL OF
FAME, 621 Six Flags Dr., spotlights the past, present and
future of bowling. Visitors learn about the sport’s 5,000-
year history through interactive exhibits, films and video
}~ SIX FLAGS OVER TEXAS is at 2201 Road to
Six Flags. The 205-acre theme park is home
to more than 100 rides, shows and attractions including
14 world-class roller coasters such as the always impres-
games and also explore modern coaching trends and test
sive and thrilling Titan and New Texas Giant. For the little
their skills on a string-pin bowling lane. Time: Allow 1 hour
thrill seekers, the park’s children’s area offers a variety of
minimum. Phone: (817) 385-8215.
rides that will get them ready for the bigger thrills.
SIX FLAGS HURRICANE HARBOR is at 1800 E. Picnic facilities (adjacent to the parking lot) are avail-
~ Lamar Blvd. Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, the largest able. Lockers, strollers and air-conditioned kennels can
water park in North Texas, offers guests more than 40 rides be rented. Time: Allow 8 hours minimum. Phone: (817)
and attractions. From heart-pounding rides like Typhoon 640-8900 for schedule information. J
A ALOFT DALLAS ARLINGTON SOUTH BOOK NOW 682/321-7575

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A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT DALLAS/ARLINGTON ENTERTAINMENT

DISTRICT BOOK NOW 817/277-2774
Hotel. Address: 1500 Nolan Ryan Expwy 76011. Facility: 147 units. 3 stories, interior
corridors. Parking: on-site (fee). Terms: check-in 4 pm. Pool: heated outdoor, heated
indoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin laundry, boarding pass
kiosk.
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ARLINGTON, TX 53
A CROWNE PLAZA ARLINGTON SUITES BOOK NOW 817/394-5000

Hotel. Address: 2700 E Lamar Blvd 76011. Facility: 200 units. 7 stories, interior
corridors. Pool: heated indoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet
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A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT ARLINGTON SOUTH BOOK NOW 817/465-1188
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~ Hotel. Address: 4251 S Collins St 76018.
A HAMPTON INN & SUITES BY HILTON DALLAS ARLINGTON

SOUTH BOOK NOW 817/419-3700
Hotel. Address: 1100 E I-20 76018. Facility: 98 units. 4 stories, interior
corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet
and coin laundry, area transportation.
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A HILTON ARLINGTON BOOK NOW 817/640-3322

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A HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON DALLAS/ARLINGTON SOUTH BOOK NOW 817/465-4663

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 4550 Waxwing Dr 76018. Facility: 101
efficiencies. 4 stories, interior corridors. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: picnic facilities,
exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin laundry.
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membership!
Hotel. Address: 2380 E Road to Six Flags Dr 76011. Facility: 127 units. 6 stories,
interior corridors. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet
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ARLINGTON, TX 55
A LIVE! BY LOEWS ARLINGTON BOOK NOW 682/277-4900

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A MICROTEL INN BY WYNDHAM ARLINGTON/DALLAS AREA BOOK NOW 817/557-8400

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A THE SANFORD HOUSE INN & SPA BOOK NOW 817/861-2129

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A SHERATON ARLINGTON HOTEL BOOK NOW 817/261-8200

Hotel. Address: 1500 Convention Center Dr 76011. Location: Next to
Arlington Convention Center & AT&T Stadium. Facility: 311 units. 19
stories, interior corridors. Amenities: safes. Dining: 2 restaurants. Pool:
outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin laundry.
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56 ATHENS — ATLANTA, TX
ATHENS in Greece. A century later it was discovered that Athens,
• Part of Dallas area— see map p. 152 like its namesake, had been established on seven major
hills.
Chosen as the seat of Henderson County in 1850,
Athens was so named because it was expected to be- City of Athens Department of Tourism: 508 E. Tyler St.,
come the cultural center of the state, as was its namesake Athens, TX 75751. Phone: (903) 677-5943.
ATLANTA
• Hotels p. 56
A BEST WESTERN PINEYWOODS INN BOOK NOW 903/799-8500

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Austin hub. More than 250 feature films and television series
Destination Area Map .................................................... 58 have been filmed here in the past four decades. If you’ve
seen ″Office Space,″ ‘‘The Alamo,’’ ‘‘Spy Kids,’’ ″Boy-
Fast Facts ................................................................................ 59 hood,″ ‘‘Dazed and Confused,’’ ‘‘Slacker,’’ ″Tree of Life,’’
Must Do: AAA Editor’s Picks .................................. 60 ″True Grit,″ ″Texas Chainsaw Massacre,″ ‘‘Sin City,’’
″Transformers 4,″ ″The Son″ or ‘‘Friday Night Lights,’’
1-day Itinerary ...................................................................... 61 you’ve seen a made-in-Austin film.
Top Picks for Kids ............................................................. 62 The city’s economic growth hasn’t been without conse-
Shopping ................................................................................... 63 quences. Since 1980 the population has more than
doubled and with downtown real estate prices soaring and
Nightlife ....................................................................................... 64 affluence on the upswing, gentrification has made incur-
Big Events ................................................................................ 66 sions into some of Austin’s most famously offbeat neigh-
borhoods. But the city hasn’t lost its counter-culture
Sports & Rec ......................................................................... 68 credentials thanks to the pride many Austinites take in
Performing Arts ................................................................... 69 their hippie past.
Austin began to earn its nickname ″Live Music Capital
Attractions ................................................................................ 70 of the World’’ in the 1960s and ‘70s as singer Willie
Sightseeing ............................................................................. 73 Nelson helped popularize its country music scene and
former UT student Clifford Antone opened Antone’s, his
Hotels ........................................................................................... 74 legendary ‘‘Home of the Blues,’’ one of the first music
Restaurants ............................................................................ 81 clubs along 6th Street. In 1975 Austin’s reputation for live
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Then & Now

Austin combines the grandeur of a state capital, the
youthful energy and Bohemian vibe of a college town and
the economic optimism of a fast-growing Sun Belt city.
You can see it all in the city’s skyline: the graceful dome
of the Texas Capitol, the gilt-edged clock faces adorning
University of Texas Tower, and the shiny new office and
residential high rises springing up along Congress Avenue
and the shores of Lady Bird Lake. Add to this eclectic mix
some old-fashioned Western individualism and cowboy
style, and you’ve got a destination with a personality all its
own. While the Capitol and surrounding government build-
ings form the heart of downtown Austin, it’s the more than
50,000-student University of Texas at Austin (see attrac-
tion listing p. #) that provides the highly educated em-
ployees coveted by such tech companies as Facebook,
Google, IBM and Dell, Inc., founded by former UT student
Michael Dell.
Austin’s skilled labor pool—along with its 300-plus days
of sunny weather, diverse scenery and supportive film
commission—has attracted filmmakers, who have made it
Texas’s most important movie and television production
i Destination Austin
This map shows cities in the Austin vicinity where you will find attractions, hotels and restaurants.
Cities are listed alphabetically in this book on the following pages.
Bee Cave.......................................................................106
Buda.................................................................................118
Cedar Park...................................................................126
Georgetown..................................................................236
Lockhart..........................................................................346
Pflugerville....................................................................385
Round Rock.................................................................405
San Marcos..................................................................470
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FAST FACTS
Austin. Minimum fare for taxis leaving the airport is $12.30
ABOUT THE CITY for up to 4 passengers.
CITY POPULATION: 790,390 • ELEV: 521 ft.
RENTAL CARS: Austin is served by major car rental agen-
MONEY cies. Arrangements should be made before you leave on
your trip; your local AAA club can provide this assistance or
SALES TAX: Municipalities may impose additional rates of additional information. Hertz, (512) 247-7250 or (800)
up to 2 percent on the statewide 6.25 percent sales tax. 654-3080, offers discounts to AAA members.
Sales tax in the city of Austin is 8.25 percent. A 15 percent
tax is levied on hotel rooms.
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WHOM TO CALL
EMERGENCY: 911
POLICE (non-emergency): 311 or (512) 974-2000 RAIL SERVICE: Amtrak train service is provided out of
Austin Station at 250 N. Lamar Blvd.; phone (800)
HOSPITALS: Dell Children’s Medical of Central Texas, 872-7245. Austin is a stop on Amtrak’s route known as ‘‘The
(512) 324-0000 • St. David’s North Austin Medical Center, Texas Eagle,’’ which connects Chicago with San Antonio.
(512) 901-1000 • St. David’s South Austin Medical Center,
(512) 447-2211 • Seton Medical Center Austin, (512) BUSES: The Greyhound Lines Inc. bus station, (512)
324-1000 458-3823 or (800) 231-2222, is at 916 E. Koenig Ln.
VISITOR INFORMATION
TAXIS: Taxi companies serving Austin include ATX Co Op
Austin Visitor Center: 602 E. 4th St., Austin, TX 78701. (512) 333-5555, Austin Cab (512) 478-2222, Lone Star Cab
Phone: (512) 474-5171 or (866) 462-8784. (512) 836-4900 and Yellow Cab (512) 452-9999.
TRANSPORTATION
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: Bus and rail service is pro-
AIR TRAVEL: Austin is served by Austin-Bergstrom Interna- vided by Capital Metro; phone (512) 474-1200 for informa-
tional Airport (AUS), about 5 miles southeast of Downtown tion on routes and schedules.
music soared when ‘‘Austin City Limits’’ first aired on PBS, the documents, entrusted them to Eberly, and the episode
recorded live at KLRU on UT’s campus. With more than known as the Archive War ended without bloodshed.
250 live venues and major music events like the South by Austin became the capital again in 1844 and has re-
Southwest (SXSW) festival and the Austin City Limits mained so ever since.
Music Festival, Austin continues to welcome musicians One feature of the city that hasn’t remained the same is
and music lovers alike. the Colorado River. Several dams have been built over
Of course, Austin is literally a capital, and reminders of the years, forming the Highland Lakes, a chain of reser-
its long history at the center of Texas politics are every- voirs that stretches west 163 miles and includes lakes
where. Strolling down Austin’s Congress Avenue, you Austin, Travis, Marble Falls, LBJ, Inks and Buchanan. In
can’t miss a bronze statue of a woman heroically poised 2007, the Austin City Council renamed downtown’s Town
to light a cannon. Meet Angelina Eberly, a fiery innkeeper Lake to honor Lady Bird Johnson, who had championed
who in 1842 helped thwart Sam Houston, president of the restoration of its natural beauty. Dividing Austin in half,
Republic of Texas, in his plans to relocate the new na- Lady Bird Lake features the popular Ann and Roy Butler
tion’s capital from Austin to a site he argued was less vul- Hike-and-Bike Trail, a 10-mile-long recreation trail lined
nerable to Mexican incursions. Houston ordered a with lush vegetation, benches, shelters and water
detachment of Texas Rangers to remove the government fountains.
archives from Austin. When Eberly discovered Houston’s Whether on foot or a bike, visitors can veer off the Ann
men loading wagons with the documents, she fired the and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail in Zilker Metropolitan
town cannon, alerting her fellow citizens. They recovered Park (see attraction listing p. #) to reach Barton Creek
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Greenbelt, an additional 7.2 miles of pathway that twists ● Just off W. 6th Street at N. Lamar Boulevard is
and turns alongside a rocky creek past sheer cliff walls Waterloo Records, where locals go to buy music.
and abundant greenery. Another Zilker Park activity locals Besides having a very knowledgeable staff, Waterloo
frequently recommend is a dip in Barton Springs Pool, is a frequent destination for visiting musicians who put
which remains a constant 68 degrees even on the hottest on a free show; free beer adds to the fun.
summer day; phone (512) 867-3080. ● View Austinites in their natural habitat in the SoCo
For views of the city, mansion-lined Lake Austin and the (South Congress Avenue) district. The area is rife
surrounding Hill Country, Covert Park at Mount Bonnell with hipsters weaving in and out of coffee shops,
(see attraction listing p. #), a mile past the west end of funky clothing boutiques, beauty salons, antique
35th Street, can’t be beat. But be prepared for a bit of a emporiums, art galleries, trendy restaurants and other
climb: it takes 99 steps to reach the top. Another vacation fun places to go.
attraction that visitors shouldn’t miss is the Ann W. Rich- ● While you’re on South Congress, don’t miss the
ards Congress Avenue Bridge (see attraction listing p. #). chance to visit the flagship location of Allens Boots,
From early March through October, spectators assemble a local landmark that is the one of the best places to
at sunset to witness more than a million Mexican free- go to outfit yourself with a pair of proper Texas boots.
tailed bats flood out from beneath the bridge for their ● From early March through October, one of the iconic
nightly insect feast. things to do in Austin is to watch the nightly flight of
more than a million bats from underneath the Ann
W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge. The
Must Do: AAA Editor’s Picks Mexican free-tails do their part to keep Austin weird
● You simply can’t take a trip to ‘‘The Live Music Capital while keeping the city’s insect population to a
of the World’’ without experiencing its diverse music minimum.
scene. Blues is the mainstay of Antone’s, acoustic ● Visitors searching for active things for couples to do
stylings fill the intimate Cactus Café, and honky-tonk can hike to the top of Mount Bonnell in Covert Park
singers round up crowds at the Broken Spoke. at Mount Bonnell for a spectacular view of
downtown, Lake Austin and the Hill Country. Legend
has it that on a couple’s first climb, they’ll fall in love.
● Keep your cool during those sultry Austin summers in
the refreshing 68-degree Barton Springs Pool in
Zilker Metropolitan Park. Plop down on a bench and
enjoy the lush scenery or join the joggers and cyclists
as your travel the 10-mile Lady Bird Lake Hike and
Bike Trail; either way, you’ll bask in the warm Austin
sunshine.
● They do grow ’em big in Texas, and the
} Texas State Capitol (1100 Congress Ave.) is no
exception; it stands 15 feet taller than the nation’s
Capitol. Watch policymakers at work and view
intricate architecture and state memorabilia.
● Snap some selfies on the observation deck of the
University of Texas Tower at The University of Texas
at Austin, which offers fantastic 360-degree views of
the university campus and the surrounding city.
● Listen as a life-size, automated figure of Lyndon B.
Johnson tells amusing anecdotes at the LBJ
Presidential Library (2313 Red River St.). Exhibits
include a reproduction of the Oval Office and the
president’s 1968 limousine.
● Spend part of your vacation learning everything you
wanted to know about Texas history—and then
some—at } The Bullock Texas State History
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combines with historic artifacts to tell the story of the Spirit Theater whisks visitors back through time to
Lone Star State. witness significant events in the state’s history.
● } The Blanton Museum of Art on the University of Afternoon
Texas campus is one of Austin’s best places to go for ● Stop for lunch at Clay Pit (1601 Guadalupe St.),
art lovers. One of the largest university art museums where you’ll find both traditional and unique Indian
in the country, it showcases a collection ranging from menu items served in the warm ambience of a
ancient Greek pottery to modern works and offers historic limestone building. The lunch buffet features
traveling exhibits throughout the year. curries and grilled items, salads, soups, lentils and
● The works of American sculptor Charles Umlauf are dessert, served with freshly baked naan bread from
the focus of the Umlauf Sculpture Garden & the restaurant’s clay oven.
Museum (605 Azie Morton Rd.), where you can stroll ● Four blocks south of the University of Texas campus
through a lovely garden and view the diverse is the } Texas State Capitol, the largest of the state
creations of this award-winning artist. capitols. The Renaissance Revival structure is
● Set aside some time during your trip to explore Zilker covered in ‘‘sunset red’’ granite and is nearly 15 feet
Botanical Garden (2220 Barton Springs Rd.), known taller the National Capitol in Washington, D.C. Learn
as ″the jewel in the heart of Austin.″ Streams, about the history of the structure through exhibits in
waterfalls and koi ponds connect themed gardens the Capitol Visitors Center and take a self-guiding
such a Japanese garden, a rose garden, an herb
garden and even a dinosaur habitat.
Austin 1- day Itinerary

AAA editors suggest these activities for a great short
vacation experience. Those staying in the area for a
longer visit can access a 3-day itinerary at
AAA.com/TripCanvas.
Morning
● Get an early start and beat the crowd to the university
location of Kerbey Lane Cafe-UT, steps from the UT
campus. Choose from a variety of pancake flavors
including gingerbread, blueberry and apple whole
wheat, or start the day Southwestern style with
migas—eggs scrambled with pico de gallo, tortilla
chips and cheddar jack cheese; phone (512)
445-4451.
● The observation deck of the University of Texas
Tower offers a spectacular view of The University of
Texas at Austin campus and surrounding city. Call
ahead or stop by the Texas Union Hospitality Center
at 24th and Guadalupe to reserve a ticket; phone
(512) 475-6636.
● Don’t miss } The Blanton Museum of Art, located
on the UT campus at 200 E. Martin Luther King Blvd.
The museum houses a 17,000-piece permanent
collection including European paintings and modern
and contemporary American and Latin American art,
along with an extensive collection of prints and
drawings.
● Spend the morning discovering the ‘‘Story of Texas’’
at } The Bullock Texas State History Museum
(1800 N. Congress Ave.). Three levels of interactive
displays explore the themes of Land, Identity and
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tour of the grounds, which feature 20 monuments, Congress between Academy and Oltorf streets. Here
and don’t forget to stop by the Capitol Gift Shop to you’ll find vintage clothing stores, folk art galleries and
find the perfect souvenir from your Texas vacation. funky home furnishings, along with the flagship
● Check out the trendy furniture shops, alternative location of Allens Boots, an Austin landmark that’s
bookstores and offbeat clothing vendors along ‘‘The the place to go for proper Texas footwear; phone
Drag.’’ This busy section of Guadalupe Street (512) 447-1413.
between 21st and 25th streets abuts the western Evening
edge of The University of Texas at Austin. Get your ● If your vacation is in spring or summer, don’t miss
own ‘‘Keep Austin Weird’’ souvenirs from Tyler’s, a one of the truly iconic things to do in Austin: Arrive at
locally owned sporting goods and clothing chain, then the Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge at
pore over the wide array of gear sold at the University dusk to see more than a million Mexican free-tail bats
Co-Op. Here, you’ll find much of the merchandise emerge from under the bridge and darken the sky as
stamped with a silhouette of a Texas longhorn known they begin their nightly insect hunt.
as Bevo, UT’s mascot since 1916. ● After a full day of museums and shopping, cold beer
● Cross over Lady Bird Lake and continue souvenir and traditional Texas barbecue are in order. Head to
shopping in the South Congress District—on South Stubb’s Bar-B-Q (801 Red River St.), where the
tender brisket, pork spare ribs and other meats are
smoked fresh daily.
● When in the ‘‘Live Music Capital of the World,’’
after-dinner options abound for music lovers. Stroll
over to Antone’s (305 E. 5th St.) for a bit of blues, or
join the throngs of partiers amid the music venues on
Sixth Street and dance to country, blues or hiphop
late into the night.
Top Picks for Kids

Under 13
● Hands-on activities make learning fun for kids of all
ages at Thinkery, 1830 Simond Ave. Science,
technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM)
concepts are presented in educational experiences
such as ‘‘Currents,’’ where visitors don smocks and
Crocs to explore the connections between water and
sound. Kids can build and invent in the Innovators’
Workshop, or head outdoors to scale the museum’s
climber or splash in a stream.
● Explore hands-on exhibits both indoors and outdoors
at the Austin Nature & Science Center, located in
the Zilker Nature Preserve in Zilker Park. See nature
and science exhibits, dig for fossils in the Dino Pit
and explore the Nature & Science Center Forest Trail.
● Hop aboard the Zilker Zephyr Miniature Train for a
20-minute trip through tunnels, over bridges and
along Lady Bird Lake. Little ones will delight in the
train ride and a nearby playground, and everyone will
enjoy the views of the park, the lake, Barton Creek
and downtown Austin.
● See skeletons of dinosaurs, marine reptiles and a
giant flying reptile at the Texas Memorial Museum,
which houses collections and exhibits featuring the
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diverse wildlife is depicted through dioramas, south of Lady Bird Lake, you’ll find offbeat local
mounted specimens and other displays. (Museum is stores featuring arts and crafts, vintage clothing, folk
temporarily closed until fall 2023) art and novelty items. At local landmark Allens
Teens Boots, go native and outfit yourself with a pair of
● Grab a water bottle or pack a picnic and head for
beautifully crafted Western boots.
Covert Park at Mount Bonnell, where you can climb Shopping
the steps to what is said to be the highest spot in Finding stores that live up to the city’s ‘‘Keep Austin
Austin at 775 feet. At the top, explore a short hiking Weird’’ motto means heading downtown where chain
trail and take in the spectacular views of the city stores are the exception and not the rule. You’ll discover
skyline. some of Austin’s best collection of offbeat places to go in
● Take a dip in Barton Springs Pool in Zilker the South Congress district, an area along busy Con-
Metropolitan Park. This 3-acre, spring-fed pool has gress Avenue south of Lady Bird Lake between Academy
an average temperature of around 70 degrees, and Oltorf streets.
allowing for year-round swimming. The park also Standing tall among the fun places to go such as health
offers hiking and biking trails, canoeing, a museum food stores, novelty shops, vintage clothing stores, folk art
and a sculpture garden. galleries and funky home furnishing emporiums is one of
Austin’s venerable institutions, Allen’s Boots. Step be-
● Fans of every music genre will find something to love neath the big red boot above the door and come inside if
at the Market District landmark Waterloo Records.
Discover a Texas band to love or check out a CD
from your favorite artist on one of the many play
stations throughout the store. On select evenings
each week, catch a live performance by a local or
touring artist.
All Ages
● The Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge,
spanning Lady Bird Lake from Cesar Chavez Street
to Barton Springs Road, is home to more than a
million Mexican free-tailed bats at the annual peak in
August. The grassy area at the bridge’s southeast
corner is a great spot for viewing as the bats emerge
at dusk each evening to hunt for insects. From March
to October, view the bats from aboard a sunset cruise
on the Lone Star Riverboat, which departs from the
south end of the First Street Bridge.
● } The Bullock Texas State History Museum
(1800 Congress Ave.) offers three floors of interactive
exhibits exploring the region’s past. The Texas Spirit
Theater features special effects that bring to life the
Galveston hurricane, an oil gusher and a rocket
launch at Johnson Space Center.
● You may have to get an early start to beat the
breakfast crowd at Kerbey Lane Cafe-UT (2606
Guadalupe St.), but why hurry when you can order
pancakes all day long? Choose from flavors such as
gingerbread, blueberry or apple whole wheat
pancakes, or go Southwest with migas, beans and
rice, and tortillas. Kids eat free on Tuesdays, and
entrées including mac and cheese, chicken bites and
grilled cheese sandwiches are sure to please at this
spot, which has two other locations around Austin.
● The SoCo (South of Congress) district is a must-do
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only to breathe in the sweet smell of leather from all the at least to see its outdoor café complete with shade-
shiny, beautifully crafted cowboy boots. And if you want to creating metal sculptures and a brook trickling through a
dress Western from toe to head while you’re on vacation, rock-filled channel set in the flagstones at your feet.
Allen’s Boots sells an assortment of cowboy hats as well.
The Congress Avenue District, centered about the
Other South Congress landmarks you’ll want to poke same street as South Congress but on the north side of
your head into during your trip: Mi Casa Gallery, chock-full Lady Bird Lake, caters to a very different crowd than its
of high-end Mexican folk art including multiple images of funky south-of-the-lake counterpart. Here clothing stores
Our Lady of Guadalupe as well as a few pieces by local selling suits and conservative casual wear are sprinkled in
artists; Tesoros Trading Co., an importer of international among the restaurants and art galleries. Legislators have
arts and crafts; and Monkey See Monkey Do!, which sells to buy their power ties somewhere, right? What more con-
diverse novelty items including retro toys, figurines repre- venient place than along the street leading to the Capitol?
senting obscure Japanese cartoon characters, joke books
and scathing political commentary delivered in the form of Anything but stodgy, the district on the western edge of
refrigerator magnets. the University of Texas along Guadalupe Street is affec-
Experience one of the unique things to do in Austin on tionately called ‘‘The Drag.’’ Naturally, businesses here
the first Thursday of each month, as stores stay open until sell stuff college undergrads would buy, and foremost
10 p.m. On these nights galleries host art shows, street among these is the University Co-Op, where students can
vendors sell crafts and bands jam out on improvised stock up on T-shirts, mouse pads, beer cozies, key
stages. Just be aware that parking on first Thursday chains, pens, notebooks, etc., all emblazoned with the
nights can be challenging. Your best bet is to park at the Texas Longhorns logo. But you don’t have to be in the
garage at 505 Barton Springs Rd. and ride the Metro bus market for a used textbook to enjoy a stroll along The
south to where the stores are. Drag; there are also sporting goods stores, independent
booksellers, vintage clothing shops, local restaurants and
Among the bohemian businesses, you’ll notice a couple
retailers boasting all sorts of environmentally friendly
of relatively new shopping plazas with stores offering
goods, including the Whole Earth Provision Co.
higher-end merchandise. Such retailers are the rule, not
the exception, in the 2nd Street District just on the other Shopping malls outside Austin’s downtown area offer
side of Lady Bird Lake. Centered around Austin’s low- the usual mix of nationally recognized department,
slung, copper-sheathed city hall, which opened in 2004 at clothing and specialty stores and places to eat, but one
2nd and Lavaca streets, the district boasts several upscale outlying retail center stands out: The Domain at US 183
boutiques, and as more of the planned high-rise develop- and MoPac Expressway North. This lovely Main Street-
ments are completed, that number will no doubt increase. style shopping village has a Macy’s and a Neiman Marcus
Along with 2nd Street’s outdoor cafes and fashionable on opposite ends of a curving road lined with whimsical
restaurants, you’ll find shops selling all sorts of trendy sculptures, colorful mosaics, rustic stonework and oak-
clothing, pricey knick-knacks and stylish jewelry to Aus- shaded parks. Among The Domain’s specialty stores are
tin’s well-heeled professional class. Look for designer an Apple store, Louis Vuitton, Sur La Table and Tiffany &
home furnishings, linens and bedding at Blue Dot. Co. Dillard’s and Nordstrom anchor the mall.
The nearby Market District takes its name from the Nightlife
flagship store of Whole Foods Market, the national natural
food supermarket chain established in Austin more than Austin squeezes a surprising number of bars, lounges
35 years ago. You’ll find several interesting shopping and places to eat into its compact and walkable down-
plazas adjacent to Whole Foods, near the intersection of town. Most feature live entertainment at some point during
N. Lamar Boulevard and W. 6th Street. Local landmark the week, while a few never take a night off. Musical
Waterloo Records occupies the corner diagonally across styles on tap range from country and western to blues to
from the supermarket. Inside is just about every genre of rock to punk with just about everything in between. Aus-
music you’d care to name along with a comprehensive tinites don’t call their hometown the ‘‘Live Music Capital of
collection of local recording artists as well as videos, used the World’’ for nothing.
CDs and even an assortment of vinyl records. You’ll find the heaviest concentration of clubs, pubs and
BookPeople, on the same side of Lamar as Whole other fun places to go along 6th Street just east of Con-
Foods, is Austin’s answer to the bookstore megachains al- gress in the shadow of Austin’s historic Driskill Hotel. The
though it doesn’t have anything close to the local character dignified destination with its solemn white-columned por-
of its record store counterpart across the street. Whole ticos and arched windows contrasts starkly with the rau-
Foods is a destination in itself, if not for a quick snack then cous carnival atmosphere prevailing here. If the 6th Street
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crowds get too rowdy, The Driskill Bar (604 Brazos St.) infor in-the-know Austinites. Dilapidated bungalows have
side the hotel is a nice retreat. Leather sofas, Texas décor been renovated into cozy, come-as-you-are bars with
and live music six nights per week create a cozy vibe. backyards, porches and a whole lot of character. Best-
Outside on 6th Street, amplified music blares from loved spots include Lucille Patio Lounge (77 Rainey
speakers while barkers stationed at each entrance call out St.), a dog-friendly bar with outdoor hammocks and
to passersby, announcing the night’s drink specials and games; Container Bar (90 Rainey St.), where patrons sip
featured acts. Walls of these 19th-century commercial drinks in any of seven stacked shipping containers; and
buildings are typically brick and do nothing to dampen Clive Bar (609 Davis St.), whose dark wood paneling and
sound, which seems just fine with the throngs of revelers, white vinyl chairs help create a vintage vibe. Phone (512)
who are for the most part under 30. 322-9270 for Lucille Patio Lounge, (512) 320-0820 for
Container Bar and (512) 524-1623 for Clive Bar.
Maggie Mae’s has been a 6th Street institution for more
than 35 years, and with its decent cover bands and large
On the south side of Lady Bird Lake is the offbeat en-
beer selection, this rowdy hangout continues to draw
clave centered around South Congress called, appropri-
hordes of both tourists and locals. And you don’t have to
ately enough, SoCo. Better known for consignment
leave the premises when you need a break: Maggie Mae’s
shops, health food stores, local restaurants and folk art
has a rooftop deck where you can have a conversation and
galleries, SoCo is where you’ll also find The Continental
enjoy a nice breeze. A long, narrow room at street level
serves as the main performance space, but if that gets too
crowded, you can step into the adjacent open-air courtyard
and still hear the music; phone (512) 478-8541.
With its weathered brick, stone walls and venerable
neon sign, Stubb’s Bar-B-Q, 801 Red River St., looks
every bit the Red River Street institution that it is. Stubb’s
books an impressive lineup of hip-hop, rock, alternative
and country acts that travel from all over the country to
play both its indoor stage and its popular outdoor amphi-
theater. Performers who have played Stubb’s include
Willie Nelson, Joan Jett, Death Cab for Cutie, Spoon,
Dwight Yoakam and Ludacris. The barbecue served here
gets rave reviews, and Stubb’s combines a barbecue
buffet with live music during its Sunday Gospel Brunch;
phone (512) 480-8341.
Lower-Key Gatherings
Following 6th Street west across Congress Avenue
brings you into the Warehouse District, distinguished by
the stairs you’ll have to climb as you navigate its side-
walks. It’s easy to see that the raised entrances here once
facilitated the unloading and loading of goods. The
crowds here tend to be over 30 in contrast to the 6th
Street and Red River districts, and restaurants are both
more numerous and more upscale.
If the evening is mild and rain-free, visit Cedar Street
Courtyard, 208 W. 4th St., a brick-paved space nestled
between two buildings. Trees and vine-covered walls
make this a pleasant, shaded niche during the day, and
jazz bands provide entertainment on the courtyard stage.
There’s also an indoor area where patrons retreat during
inclement weather and sample from among the bar’s two
dozen flavored martinis; phone (512) 495-9669.
Rainey Street—a mixed-use historic district sandwiched
between I-35 and Lady Bird Lake on downtown’s south-
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Club, 1315 S. Congress Ave., another bright star in Aus- city limits, and musicians came from all over for the beer
tin’s constellation of live music locales. This intimate es- and late-night jam sessions until it closed in the 1970s;
tablishment opened as a supper club in 1957, but since phone (512) 451-5440.
the 1970s its red-velvet curtained stage has seen all Edgy live music can be found at Emo’s Austin, 2015 E.
manner of country, rock, rockabilly and swing bands; Riverside Dr., which is open to all ages. Since the club
phone (512) 441-2444. has a reputation for cheap beer and the latest and
Just a little ways down the road and across the street is greatest punk and alternative bands, the average age at
Güero’s Taco Bar, 1412 S. Congress Ave. Not only is Emo’s skews toward the early 20s. Recently, Emo’s has
Güero’s a fun spot to people watch while enjoying Tex-Mex hosted such acts as The Airborne Toxic Event, ZZ Ward
cuisine that includes a salsa bar, fresh-made tortillas and and Ani DiFranco; phone (888) 512-7469.
savory fish tacos, but the restaurant’s oak-shaded, picnic- The legendary Antone’s is the kind of no-frills place
table-filled outdoor area is the scene of concerts where drinks are served in plastic cups and concert
Wednesday through Sunday, too; phone (512) 447-7688. posters and autographed photos serve as interior decor.
The restaurant and music venue at 6416 N. Lamar Ever since Antone’s was founded in 1975 by the late Clif-
Blvd.—Threadgill’s—pays tribute to two legendary sites ford Antone, this club has been all about the music.
from Austin’s music history. In the 1930s, Kenneth Known for showcasing acts throughout the week, Austin’s
Threadgill opened a bar in his gas station just north of the ″Home of the Blues″ has hosted blues greats Muddy Wa-
ters, John Lee Hooker, Fats Domino, Buddy Guy, Junior
Wells and B.B. King as well as lesser known and local tal-
ents. The club closed its location on E. Riverside Dr. and
reopened in early 2016 at 305 E. 5th St. in the two-story
Maxey Glass Company building; phone (512) 814-0361.
You could easily miss the Broken Spoke at 3201 S.
Lamar Blvd., which looks more like a rural grocery and
feed store than one of Austin’s—and indeed Texas’s—
best-known country music dance halls. A gravel parking
lot, an old oil pump jack and a rusty vintage streamline
bus advertising Lone Star beer greet visitors to this decid-
edly unpretentious honky-tonk. Yet despite the humble
setting, a sign at the entrance proudly declares, ‘‘Through
this door pass the best country music dancers in the
world.’’ You can even learn to two-step and do the cotton-
eyed joe on Wednesday through Saturday nights. If you’re
wondering what to eat, the restaurant in front serves diner
fare, including deliciously juicy hamburgers, and a couple
of small rooms have been given over to mementos—
concert posters, signed photos, album covers and sundry
other items—representing the Broken Spoke’s 40-plus
years as a music venue. Of course, the country music tra-
dition continues with bands scheduled every Tuesday
through Saturday nights; phone (512) 442-6189.
Big Events
In addition to its many cultural and historic landmarks,
this destination hosts a number of outstanding festivals
and events that may coincide with your trip.
For one of the unique things to do in Austin, start the New
Year with a Bloody Mary breakfast, followed by a friendly
sailing competition. Presented by The Austin Yacht Club,
the Red-Eye Regatta takes place on Lake Travis, where
dramatic limestone bluffs surround emerald waters.
Several varieties of native trees are on sale at Tree Talk
Güero’s Taco Bar / © iStockphoto.com / bhofack2 and Winter Walk, with experts relaying planting tips and
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basic care techniques. The January event at the Lady With first lady Laura Bush serving as its honorary chair-
Bird Johnson Wildflower Center also offers organized person, the Texas Book Festival includes readings, talks
walks and children’s activities if you’re wondering what to and panels with some of the nation’s most distinguished
do outside during the winter. authors. The November event promotes literacy and ben-
In early February, the pulsing drum beats of Brazilian efits the state’s public library system.
dance music fill the Palmer Events Center during Car-
naval Brasileiro. Swathed in masks, glitter, colorful During Chuy’s Christmas Parade, crowds line Con-
feathers, beads and body paint, partygoers come to be gress and 6th streets for glimpses of Santa Claus, festive
seen, to samba and to abandon all inhibition. floats, huge inflatable balloons, cartoon characters,
Homemade kites take flight at the Zilker Park Kite Fes- marching bands and classic cars. Held in late November,
tival, vying for such titles as highest flying and most un- the pageant amasses holiday gifts for needy children.
usual. This March celebration began in the 1920s and
features stunt demonstrations by a professional kite team,
workshops and a mass launching. Shop for fine art and distinctive gifts at the Armadillo
Christmas Bazaar in December. Inside the Palmer
Musicians, independent filmmakers and technology en-
Events Center, artists and craftspeople sell everything
trepreneurs travel from all over the globe to showcase
their work at the South by Southwest (SXSW) festival.
The event attracts nearly 340,000 attendees in March with
concerts, movie screenings, trade shows and seminars at
venues throughout downtown Austin. By contrast, the
Austin City Limits Music Festival takes place in one lo-
cation and features more world-renowned bands. The fes-
tival spans 6 days over two weekends (Fri.-Sun.) in
October and brings more than 225,000 rocking music
lovers each year, which turns Zilker Metropolitan Park into
a vacation destination.
During the Statesman Capitol 10K in late April, more
than 22,000 people participate in a 6.2-mile run/walk from
Barton Springs Road to Riverside Drive. The event in-
cludes a timed run and a wheelchair race, while creatively
costumed participants enter the Fun Run & Walk.
More than 200,000 people enjoy fun things to do such
as enjoying arts and crafts displays, multicultural perform-
ances, plays and live music at the Old Pecan Street
Spring Arts Festival. The May fair takes place on 6th
Street, originally called Pecan Street when east-west
streets were named after trees.
Held at Fiesta Gardens, the Austin Chronicle Hot
Sauce Festival provides an extra dose of heat amid siz-
zling August temperatures and spicy food from local res-
taurants. Along with celebrity chef judges, about 15,000
attendees decide the winners of this zesty contest.
Aspiring directors and writers mingle with industry pro-
fessionals at October’s Austin Film Festival. Movie
screenings, creative competitions and interactive panels
focus on the importance of narrative storytelling in film
and television.
In late October, the more than 6,000 participants at the
LIVESTRONG Challenge Ride for the Roses represent
all experience levels and bike in a series of races ranging
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from herbal soaps to metal sculptures, while bands keep The Round Rock Express, a Pacific Coast League
more than 35,000 patrons entertained. AAA baseball team, plays at Dell Diamond, 3400 E.
Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock, (512) 255-2255. The Uni-
Sports & Rec versity of Texas Longhorns baseball team plays at
UFCU Disch-Falk Field, 1300 E. Martin Luther King Jr.
Fans of sports and the outdoors will find lots of fun Blvd., (512) 471-6708.
things to do in the Austin area. Lakes and recreation
areas offer water sports, hiking and horseback riding. The Austin’s H-E-B Center at Cedar Park, 2100 Avenue of
University of Texas Longhorns baseball, basketball and the Stars, (512) 600-5000, is home to the Austin Spurs,
football teams call Austin home, as do minor league an NBA D-League basketball team. The University of
sports teams. If you’d like to squeeze a few sets of tennis Texas Longhorns basketball team plays at Frank Erwin
or a round of golf into your trip, there are plenty of facili- Center, 1701 Red River, (512) 471-7744.
ties available. Local football fans root for the University of Texas
Longhorns at Darrell K. Royal-Texas Memorial Sta-
In November, drivers compete in a 20-turn, 3.4-mile cir- dium, 2139 San Jacinto Blvd., (512) 471-3333.
cuit in the Formula One United States Grand Prix at
Circuit of the Americas, 9201 Circuit of the Americas The H-E-B Center at Cedar Park is also home to Aus-
Blvd., (512) 301-6600. tin’s American Hockey League team, the Texas Stars.
Barton Creek Greenbelt, 3755 S. Capital of Texas
Hwy. B, (512) 974-6700, offers more than 12 miles of
trails through varied terrain that is great for mountain
biking, and is also near downtown, beginning at Zilker
Park and ending at the Hill of Life and Sculpture Falls,
1710 Camp Craft Rd.
For bicycling in the city, Austin’s downtown features
dedicated bike paths and marked shoulders. The
Southern Walnut Creek Trail in East Austin, (512)
974-6700, features more than 7 miles of paved, 10-foot-
wide paths with scenic nature views.
Lake Austin, (512) 389-4800, part of the Colorado
River, is an excellent place to fish for largemouth bass,
though during the summer months it’s best to fish very
early or at night due to pleasure craft on the lake during
the day. A non-resident 1-day fishing license is $16 and
can be purchased online or at local sporting goods stores,
bait and tackle shops and other retailers. For more infor-
mation, call the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department,
(800) 792-1112 or (512) 389-4800.
The Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa, 8212 Barton
Club Rd., (512) 329-4000, is a AAA Four Diamond resort
offering four championship golf courses. The Wolfdancer
Golf Club, 575 Lost Pines Rd., (512) 308- 9653, is at the
Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa, also a AAA
Four Diamond resort.
Popular for jogging and walking, the Ann and Roy
Butler Hike and Bike Trail, (855) 448-7245, is a 10-mile
path around the shores of Lady Bird Lake, offering a
scenic escape into nature in the heart of the city.
McKinney Falls State Park, 5808 McKinney Falls
Pkwy., (512) 243-1643, offers nearly 9 miles of hiking
trails to explore, including a rock shelter where early set-
McKinney Falls State Park / © iStockphoto.com / Natalia Silyanov tlers camped.
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Texas Trail Rides, 8601 Bluff Springs Rd., (512) Dance Ballet Austin, 501 W. 3rd St., (512) 476-9151,
697-9722, offers horseback-riding expeditions with is among the largest classical ballet companies in the
horses and ponies available for all skill levels. United States. Housed at the Butler Dance Education
Playland Skate Center, 8822 McCann Dr., (512) Center downtown, its professional dancers tour interna-
452-1901, is a 27,000-square-foot indoor skating facility tionally and perform at the Long Center for Performing
with inline skates available for rental. The Veloway at Arts throughout the year.
Circle C Ranch Metropolitan Park, 6301 W. Slaughter Ln., The Kathy Dunn Hamrick Dance Company, 3307
(512) 477-1566, is a 3.1-mile paved track for bicycling and Hancock Dr., (512) 934-1082, performs inventive modern
inline skating only. dance at various venues and produces the Austin Dance
Festival, an April event that showcases local, statewide,
The City of Austin, 200 S. Lamar Blvd., (512) 974-3921,
national and international professional dancers.
operates several municipal tennis centers that are open
to the public: Austin High Tennis Center, Austin Tennis Tapestry Dance Company & Academy, 2015 River-
Center, Burnett ‘‘Blonde’’ Pharr Tennis Center, Caswell side Dr., (512) 474-9846, is a professional repertory tap
Tennis Center, Grey Rock Tennis Center and the South dance company that performs a variety of works each
Austin Tennis Center. season at the Long Center for the Performing Arts.
On Jan. 1, the Austin Yacht Club celebrates the new Film Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas has six locations
year on Lake Travis with the Red-Eye Regatta, Lake throughout the Austin area, each serving snacks, burgers,
Travis Drive and Hudson Bend Road, (512) 266-1336. pizza, salads, sandwiches and desserts, along with beer,
wine and cocktails, all delivered to your seat as you enjoy
Chaparral Ice Center, 2525 W. Anderson Ln., (512) films ranging from classics to new releases.
252-8500, is an indoor ice-skating rink that is open to the
public year-round. Figure skaters perform at the rink Fans of independent and documentary films head to
during the holiday season. Regal Cinemas Arbor 8 at Great Hills, 9828 Great Hills
Tr., Austin (844) 462-7342, where you’ll find art house
Performing Arts films, B movies and special screenings along with popular
Austin bills itself as the ‘‘Live Music Capital of the studio films.
World,’’ and with musicians playing everywhere from the Violet Crown Cinema, 434 W. 2nd St., (512) 495-9600,
airport to coffeehouses, as well as at festivals and hun- offers four screens showing independent, documentary
dreds of live music venues, you can believe it. But there’s and international films, as well as studio films. A full bar
much more than music here; performing arts of all kinds and café offer your favorite libations and a variety of small
are well represented. plates to nibble on during the show.
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Film fans and industry professionals converge in Austin world’s largest urban bat colony,’’ which at its annual peak
in March for South by Southwest (SXSW) Film Festival, in August numbers as many as 1.5 million of the
celebrating independent films with screenings of comedies, creatures.
documentaries and dramas at venues throughout the city. Shortly after dusk each evening, swarms of bats flood
The weeklong Austin Film Festival, (512) 478-4795, out from the narrow crevices beneath the bridge to hunt
held at various locations in October, showcases more than for insects, a sight that attracts hundreds of spectators. A
180 films including animation, documentaries, narratives great spot for bat watching is the grassy area at the
and shorts, along with four days of panels and workshops. bridge’s southeast corner where visitors will also find sev-
eral signs describing bat anatomy and why the bridge of-
Music Blues, country, jazz, rock—whatever music suits fers the perfect seasonal home for them. Time: Allow 30
your mood can be found among more than 250 live music minutes minimum. Phone: (512) 327-9721, ext. 2, or
venues throughout Austin. (512) 478-0098 for Austin Visitor Center.
Music festivals are another way to soak up Austin’s live
music scene, and here you’ll find some of the best in the AO TOURS AUSTIN departs from the Austin Visitor
country. The largest is South by Southwest (SXSW), Center, 602 E. 4th St., and Wild About Music, 615 Con-
(512) 467-7979. Held in March at the Austin Convention gress Ave. Nonstop 90-minute narrated tours are offered
Center, 500 E. Cesar Chavez St., this festival showcases in air-conditioned vans. Passengers will see points of in-
music, film and interactive media and includes live mu- terest in such areas as downtown; Lady Bird Lake’s south
sical performances at dozens of venues around the city. shore; the 2nd Street, Market and Warehouse districts;
Barton Springs Road; East Sixth Street area; historic
In October, the Austin City Limits Music Festival, West and East Austin; Hill Country and two lakes; State
2100 Barton Springs Rd., (512) 478-7211, features more Capitol area; and the University of Texas at Austin
than 130 bands, ranging from local talent to internationally campus.
known artists performing bluegrass, country, folk, hip-hop, Phone: (512) 659-9478. f
reggae and rock.
Opera Austin Opera performs a three-opera season at AUSTIN DUCK ADVENTURES departs from the Austin
the Long Center for the Performing Arts, 701 W. Riverside Visitor Center at 602 E. 4th St. This 75-minute narrated tour
Dr. The Austin Opera box office is at 3009 Industrial Ter- aboard a Hydra Terra amphibious vehicle includes the Texas
race, Suite 100, (512) 472-5992. Newcomers to opera State Capitol, the Governor’s Mansion, 6th Street, historic
may enjoy a free lecture about each opera that is offered Congress Avenue and a splashdown in Lake Austin.
30 minutes before the performance. Phone: (512) 477-5274. f
Theater The Long Center for the Performing Arts,
701 Riverside Dr., (512) 474-5664, is also home to Austin
Shakespeare and Pollyanna Theatre Company, as well
as the Austin Symphony Orchestra and the choral
} THE BULLOCK TEXAS STATE HISTORY MU-
SEUM is off I-35 exit Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.,
then w. to 1800 N. Congress Ave. This sprawling complex,
group Conspirare. named for the state’s 38th Lieutenant Governor Bob
Bullock, explores three themes: Land, Identity and Oppor-
Bass Concert Hall, 2350 Robert Dedman Dr., (512) tunity. Three floors of interactive exhibits chronicle the re-
471-2787, is the flagship theater for the University of gion’s first inhabitants and early explorers; the fight for
Texas at Austin’s arts center, Texas Performing Arts. independence and statehood; and 20th-century contribu-
Performances here include concerts, dance and theater. tions to space, industry and technology.
The first floor starts at the beginning with a life-size
bison statue and interactive exhibits that explore the im-
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300-year-old reconstructed ship La Belle, which sank in
1686 during René-Robert Cavalier’s expedition and was
ANN W. RICHARDS CONGRESS AVENUE BRIDGE recovered in 1996.
spans Lady Bird Lake between César Chávez St. and The Texas Spirit Theater, on the second floor, re-creates
Barton Springs Rd. When engineers refurbished the the Galveston hurricane, an oil gusher and a rocket launch
bridge in 1980, they inadvertently created an ideal roost at Johnson Space Center, complete with such special ef-
for migrating Mexican free-tailed bats. Today the under- fects as moving seats, wind and smoke. The IMAX Theatre
side of the bridge is home to what’s been called ‘‘the offers Laser technology on such movies as ″Dinosaurs of
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Antarctica″ and ″Serengeti: The IMAX Experience″ played and Austin’s surrounding hill country. The forested area
on a screen the size of Texas. Other exhibits, such as a that surrounds the overlook are made up of live oak, ash
short film based on the Alamo and a steam-powdered juniper, persimmon and mountain laurel. A gently sloping
cotton gin, uncover how the state was shaped as it moved trail (.32 miles) follows the ridgeline back to the roadway
through annexation, immigration, slavery, the Civil War and and parking area farther north, offering an alternative
Reconstruction. route. Time: Allow 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (512)
Head on up to the third floor where you will find an 974-6700 or (512) 974-6797. q
AT-6A Texan airplane soaring above the three-floor
atrium. The Austin City Limits Theater features the music LADY BIRD JOHNSON WILDFLOWER CENTER is 10
and musicians that made the PBS series the longest- mi. s. on Loop 1, then e. to 4801 La Crosse Ave. Fea-
running music program in American television history. turing display gardens, a family garden, nature trails, a
Visitors can enjoy clips from the show featuring such visitor center, an arboretum and a rainwater-collection
iconic ACL artists as Sheryl Crow, Loretta Lynn and Ra- system, this 279-acre botanical garden encourages the in-
diohead, all while surrounded by memorabilia from the creased use of native plants. Flowers bloom year-round,
original studio. but the blooming season peaks March through May and in
October. An open-air butterfly garden is landscaped with
Time: Allow 3 hours minimum. Phone: (512) 936-8746, 300 butterfly-friendly plant species.
or (512) 936-4629 (for IMAX theater).
Guided tours are available by reservation. Time: Allow
IMAX Theatre is off I-35 exit Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 1 hour, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (512) 232-0100.
then w. to 1800 N. Congress Ave., at The Bullock Texas
State History Museum. This theater, with over 300 seats, fJq
presents a variety of large-format films, including docu- MCKINNEY FALLS STATE PARK is at 5808 McKinney
mentaries and select Hollywood feature-length releases. Falls Pkwy. The 726-acre park has 10 miles of well-marked
Note: Seating is not permitted after show starts. Time: trails, including a 2.8-mile paved stretch for bicycling.
Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (512) 936-4629. Sights along the trails include waterfalls, the remains of
COVERT PARK AT MOUNT BONNELL is at 3800 Mount original owner Thomas McKinney’s homestead and grist-
Bonnell Rd. A series of stone stairs leads from the parking mill, and the ruins of McKinney’s horse trainer’s cabin.
area to the top of Mount Bonnell. At an elevation of For day-trippers there are numerous picnic sites; for
775 feet, it’s the highest point within Austin city limits. overnight visitors there are 81 campsites, all of which
Scenic lookouts at the top provide sweeping views of the have hookups. See Recreation Areas Chart. Note: The
downtown skyline, Lake Austin, mansions lining the lake visitor center is closed for repairs; phone for updates.
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present. Dioramas and an abundance of equipment in-
cluding jets, helicopters, observation aircraft, track and
wheeled vehicles, and artillery pieces also are displayed.
Battle reenactments and living history programs take
place throughout the year. Note: A photo ID is required to
enter the base. Time: Allow 1 hour, 30 minutes minimum.
Phone: (512) 782-5659.
} TEXAS STATE CAPITOL is on Congress Ave. at

11th St. Completed in 1888, the Renaissance
Revival-style Capitol is clad in Texas ‘‘sunset red’’ granite
and features an impressive dome crowned by ‘‘Goddess
of Liberty,’’ a nearly 16-foot-tall statue of a woman holding
up a gilded five-pointed star. Several monuments and
statues are scattered throughout the Capitol’s extensive
park-like grounds.
Daily guided building tours depart from the south en-
trance foyer and cover architecture, art, state history and
the Texas legislature. On guided or self-guiding tours,
visitors will see the Capitol’s impressive rotunda and both
the House and Senate chambers on the second floor.
When the legislature is in session (in odd-numbered
years), access to the floor of the chambers may be re-
stricted; a third-floor chamber gallery is open to visitors
during proceedings.
On the southeast corner of the grounds, at 112 E. 11th
St., is a three-story castle-like structure containing the
Capitol Visitors Center. This restored 1857 General Land
Office Building is the oldest state office building in Texas.
Here visitors can get a sense of Texas history through
videos and interactive exhibits. Maps and visitor informa-
tion also is available.
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Special themed tours are available throughout the year.
RoschetzkyIstockPhoto Note: All visitors to the Capitol must pass through metal
detectors. Time: Allow 2 hours minimum. Phone: (512)
Time: Allow 2 hours minimum. Phone: (512) 243-1643.
463-0063 for Capitol Tours, or (512) 305-8400 for Capitol
LGMq Visitors Center. f
O. HENRY MUSEUM, 3 blks. w. of I-35 at 409 E. 5th St.,
THINKERY, 1830 Simond Ave., is a hands-on museum
chronicles the life of William Sydney Porter during the
for youngsters through age 11. Activity galleries like Inno-
years he lived in Austin. The short-story writer, better
vators’ Workshop, Spark Shop, Currents and Let’s Grow
known as O. Henry, authored such classics as ‘‘The Gift
introduce them to science, technology, engineering, arts
of the Magi,’’ ‘‘The Ransom of Red Chief’’ and ‘‘The Cop
and math. Watch a fun demonstration in the Kitchen Lab
and the Anthem.’’ On display in this Queen Anne-style
and explore Our Backyard—an outdoor exhibit—featuring
cottage, where he lived in the 1890s with his wife and
a climbing structure and places to rest and enjoy a gentle
daughter, are many of the author’s personal effects,
stream and a native elm tree. Programs designed for spe-
including unpublished manuscripts and a copy of ‘‘The
cific age groups are offered as well.
Rolling Stone,’’ his Austin-published newspaper. Time:
Allow 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (512) 974-1398. q Phone: (512) 469-6200.
TEXAS MILITARY FORCES MUSEUM is at 3038 W. 35th UMLAUF SCULPTURE GARDEN & MUSEUM is 1.5 mi.
St., Bldg. 6, on Camp Mabry. Exhibits highlight the history n.w. on Barton Springs Rd., then s. to 605 Azie Morton
of state military forces from the Texas Revolution to the Rd. More than 100 sculptures by internationally known
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sculptor Charles Umlauf and other contemporary sculp- throughout the day. A special exhibition, ″Lady Bird: Be-
tors belong to the museum collection. Ranging from de- yond the Wildflowers,″ is available through mid-August
tailed realism to lyrical abstractions, sculptures of different 2023.
mediums are situated throughout a wood and water hill-
side setting as well as inside the museum. Note: Visitors will not be admitted after 4 pm. Time:
Allow 2 hours, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (512)
Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (512) 445-5582. 721-0200.
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN is bounded Texas Memorial Museum is at 2400 Trinity St. on The
by Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Guadalupe and Red River University of Texas at Austin campus. Austin’s first sci-
sts. Chartered in 1883, the Austin campus is the keystone ence museum contains skeletons of dinosaurs; collec-
of the statewide university system. It boasts one of the tions of fossils, gems, rocks and minerals; and several
largest endowments of any public university and is a dioramas of preserved Texas animals. Note: The mu-
noted national research center with several internationally seum is temporarily closed until Fall 2023. Time: Allow 1
renowned scholars on its faculty, including a Nobel hour minimum. Phone: (512) 471-1604.
laureate.
ZILKER METROPOLITAN PARK is 1.5 mi. s.w. at 2100
Nicknamed the ″Forty Acres″ after the original 1883 foot- Barton Springs Rd. bordering Lady Bird Lake. The center-
print, the University of Texas at Austin’s main campus now piece of the 358-acre park is Barton Springs Pool, a
is a 431-acre urban oasis. Campus walking tours are of- spring-fed 1,000-foot-long swimming pool with a constant
fered daily through the welcome center at Perry-Casteñeda temperature of 68 F. Opportunities for bicycling, canoeing,
Library/PCL (101 E. 21st St.)—one of the largest academic hiking and picnicking are available (see Recreation Areas
libraries in North America and home to some 70 miles of Chart). A museum, sculpture garden and outdoor theater
book stacks. Phone: (512) 471-1000. f also are on the grounds. A 20-minute train ride aboard the
Zilker Zephyr is offered.
} The Blanton Museum of Art is at jct. Congress

Ave. and Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. at 200 E.
Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. on the University of Texas at
Note: Coolers, food, glass, alcohol, footballs, soccer
balls and Frisbees are not permitted. Nonalcoholic bever-
Austin campus. The museum features changing exhibi- ages in plastic containers are permitted. Time: Allow 4
tions and a 21,000-piece permanent collection that in- hours minimum. Phone: (512) 974-6700 for the park, or
cludes European paintings, an encyclopedic collection of (512) 867-3080 for Barton Springs. J G q
prints and drawings, and modern and contemporary
American and Latin-American art. Austin Nature & Science Center is at 2389 Stratford Dr.
in Zilker Metropolitan Park. Visitors can explore the ani-
Note: The museum and its surrounding areas are un- mals, plants and geology of central Texas through interac-
dergoing renovations and road construction until spring tive outdoor exhibits and nature trails. The Dino Pit
2023; phone ahead for updated information on road clo- features reproductions of local fossils, dinosaur tracks and
sures, parking and the status of museum galleries. Time: archeological finds. Wildlife exhibits include native Texas
Allow 1 hour, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (512) mammals, birds and reptiles that have been injured or or-
471-7324 or (512) 471-5482. phaned. Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (512)
974-3888.
} LBJ Presidential Library is at 2313 Red River St.
on the University of Texas at Austin campus. Pa-
pers of the Johnson presidency are preserved at the com-
Zilker Botanical Garden is at 2220 Barton Springs Rd. in
Zilker Metropolitan Park. Japanese, rose, butterfly, cactus,
plex, which also includes sculptures of President and Mrs. herb and native plant gardens are featured. The Hartman
Johnson, interactive exhibits featuring historic films and Prehistoric Garden re-creates a local dinosaur habitat with
telephone recordings, gifts from foreign heads of state, ponds, a waterfall and re-creations of plants from prehis-
Johnson’s 1968 Lincoln limousine, a collection of toric times. The Austin Area Garden Center also is on the
American political memorabilia and changing displays de- grounds. Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (512)
picting American history. 477-8672.
Displays chronicle Johnson’s life, from his boyhood Sightseeing
along the Pedernales River to his retirement at his ranch.
Visitors can step into a 7/8-scale replica of the Oval Self-guiding Tours
Office of Johnson’s administration (1963-69). An 11- Brochures outlining historic areas are available from the
minute multimedia program about Johnson’s life is shown Austin Visitor Center.
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Some rooms have floor to ceiling windows overlooking the main atrium. 393 units, some
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Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services:
valet laundry.
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Extended Stay Contemporary Hotel. Address: 300 E 4th St 78701. Facility: 179
efficiencies, some two bedrooms. 12 stories, interior corridors. Parking: valet only. Terms:
check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated indoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest
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A SHERATON AUSTIN AT THE CAPITOL BOOK NOW 512/478-1111

Hotel. Address: 701 E 11th St 78701. Facility: 367 units. 16 stories,
interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Amenities: safes.
Pool: heated outdoor, heated indoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest
Services: valet laundry.
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A THE STEPHEN F AUSTIN ROYAL SONESTA HOTEL BOOK NOW 512/457-8800

Classic Hotel. Address: 701 Congress Ave 78701. Facility: Feel pampered in the inviting
rooms with upscale furnishings. Each features a stocked minibar, convenient advanced
controls for lights and AC, and extra power outlets, which are discreetly located. 190 units.
16 stories, interior corridors. Parking: valet only. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated indoor.
Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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~ Contemporary Hotel. Address: 200 Lavaca St 78701.
A THE WESTIN AUSTIN DOWNTOWN BOOK NOW 512/391-2333
Hotel. Address: 310 E 5th St 78701. Facility: Rooms here have a slick,
upscale and contemporary-style, but the real highlight of this energetic property is its
location within walking distance of four entertainment districts. 366 units. 20 stories,
interior corridors. Parking: valet only. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities:
cabanas, exercise room, massage. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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A EMMER & RYE 512/366-5530
----- International Dim Sum Fine Dining. Address: 51 Rainey St 78701.
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----- American Fine Dining. Address: 101 Red River St 78701.
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Hotel. Address: 7415 Southwest Pkwy 78735. Facility: 135 units. 5 stories,
interior corridors. Bath: shower only. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor.
Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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A AC HOTEL BY MARRIOTT AUSTIN-UNIVERSITY BOOK NOW 512/473-8920
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~ Hotel. Address: 1901 San Antonio St 78705.
A AIDEN BY BEST WESTERN@AUSTIN CITY HOTEL BOOK NOW 512/444-0561
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Hotel. Address: 2200 S I-35 78704. Facility: 158 units. 3 stories, interior/
exterior corridors. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Pool: outdoor. Activities: hot
tub, exercise room. Guest Services: coin laundry.
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A ALOFT AUSTIN AT THE DOMAIN BOOK NOW 512/491-0777

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~ Hotel. Address: 11601 Domain Dr 78758.
A ALOFT AUSTIN NORTHWEST BOOK NOW 512/219-0267
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~ Hotel. Address: 14020 US Hwy 183 78717.

AUSTIN, TX 83
A ARCHER HOTEL AUSTIN BOOK NOW 512/836-5700

Boutique Contemporary Hotel. Address: 3121 Palm Way 78758. Location: Located
adjacent to Nordstrom Department Store. Facility: Guest rooms feature upscale
appointments and comforts, including some rooms with a wall photo mural of a popular
Austin hot spot. The lobby is filled with chic décor. 171 units. 8 stories, interior corridors.
Parking: on-site and valet. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: cabanas,
exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry, area transportation.
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a modern design and the wireless charging station is the perfect solution for
all your electronic devices. The ceiling to floor windows offer great views.
613 units. 31 stories, interior corridors. Bath: shower only. Parking: valet only. Terms:
check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Dining: 2 restaurants. Pool: heated outdoor.
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A AUSTIN MARRIOTT SOUTH BOOK NOW 512/441-7900
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~ Hotel. Address: 4415 S I-35 78744.
A AUSTIN SOUTHPARK HOTEL, AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION BOOK NOW 512/448-2222
Hotel. Address: 4140 Governor’s Row 78744. Facility: 312 units, some
two bedrooms. 14 stories, interior corridors. Amenities: safes. Pool:
heated outdoor, heated indoor. Activities: sauna, hot tub, exercise room, massage.
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A BEST WESTERN PLUS & EXECUTIVE RESIDENCY AUSTIN BOOK NOW 512/252-8221
Hotel. Address: 2021 Cheddar Loop Rd 78728. Facility: 86 units, some
efficiencies. 4 stories, interior corridors. Amenities: Some: safes. Pool: outdoor.
Activities: picnic facilities, exercise room. Guest Services: coin laundry.
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A BEST WESTERN PLUS AUSTIN AIRPORT INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 512/386-5455
Hotel. Address: 1805 Airport Commerce Dr 78741. Facility: 75 units. 3
stories, interior corridors. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room.
Guest Services: coin laundry.
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A BEST WESTERN PLUS AUSTIN CENTRAL BOOK NOW 512/454-1144

Hotel. Address: 919 E Koenig Ln 78751. Facility: 137 units. 5 stories,
interior corridors. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: picnic facilities, exercise room. Guest
Services: coin laundry.
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A THE CARPENTER HOTEL BOOK NOW 512/682-5300

----- Hotel. Address: 400 Josephine St 78704.
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AUSTIN, TX 85
A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT AUSTIN AIRPORT BOOK NOW 512/386-7464

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~ Hotel. Address: 7809 E Ben White Blvd 78741.
A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT AUSTIN NORTH/PARMER LANE BOOK NOW 512/339-8374
Hotel. Address: 12330 N IH-35 78753. Facility: 145 units. 5 stories, interior corridors.
Pool: heated indoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: coin laundry, boarding
pass kiosk.
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~ Hotel. Address: 12833 Ranch Road 620 N 78750.
A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT AUSTIN SOUTH BOOK NOW 512/912-1122
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~ Hotel. Address: 4533 S I-35 78744.
A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT AUSTIN THE DOMAIN AREA BOOK NOW 512/502-8100
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~ Hotel. Address: 9409 Stonelake Blvd 78759.
A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT AUSTIN-UNIVERSITY AREA BOOK NOW 512/458-2340
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~ Hotel. Address: 5660 N I-35 78751.

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A DOUBLETREE BY HILTON AUSTIN BOOK NOW 512/454-3737

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A DRURY INN & SUITES-AUSTIN NORTH BOOK NOW 512/467-9500
----- Hotel. Address: 6711 N I-35 78752.
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A ELEMENT BY WESTIN AUSTIN AT THE DOMAIN BOOK NOW 512/212-3055

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~ Hotel. Address: 10728 Burnet Rd 78758.
A EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON AUSTIN ARBORETUM BOOK NOW 512/372-8771
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~ Hotel. Address: 5901 N I-35 Frontage Rd 78723.
A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT AUSTIN NW BOOK NOW 512/527-0734
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A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT AUSTIN SOUTH BOOK NOW 512/707-8899
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~ Hotel. Address: 4525 S I-35 78744.
A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT-AUSTIN UNIVERSITY
AREA BOOK NOW 512/302-5550
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~ Hotel. Address: 959 Reinli St 78751.
A HAMPTON INN & SUITES AUSTIN/CEDAR PARK-LAKELINE BOOK NOW 512/249-0045
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~ Hotel. Address: 10811 Pecan Park Blvd 78750.
A HAMPTON INN & SUITES BY HILTON AUSTIN-AIRPORT BOOK NOW 512/389-1616
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~ Hotel. Address: 7712 E Riverside Dr 78744.
A HAMPTON INN AUSTIN-NORTH BOOK NOW 512/452-3300
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~ Hotel. Address: 7619 N I-35 78752.
A HAMPTON INN AUSTIN/OAK HILL BOOK NOW 512/891-7474
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~ Hotel. Address: 6401 US Hwy 290 W 78735.
A HAMPTON INN BY HILTON AUSTIN-SOUTH AIRPORT BOOK NOW 512/442-4040
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~ Hotel. Address: 4141 Governor’s Row 78744.

88 AUSTIN, TX
A HAMPTON INN NORTHWEST NEAR THE DOMAIN BOOK NOW 512/349-9898

Hotel. Address: 3908 W Braker Ln 78759. Facility: 124 units. 6 stories,
interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest
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A HILTON AUSTIN AIRPORT BOOK NOW 512/385-6767

Hotel. Address: 9515 Hotel Dr 78719. Facility: 262 units. 4 stories, interior
corridors. Parking: on-site (fee). Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor.
Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: coin laundry.
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A HILTON GARDEN INN AUSTIN NORTH BOOK NOW 512/339-3626

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Hotel. Address: 12400 N IH-35, Bldg C 78753. Facility: 117 units. 5 stories, interior
corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: coin laundry.
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AUSTIN, TX 89
A HILTON GARDEN INN AUSTIN UNIVERSITY CAPITOL DISTRICT BOOK NOW 512/319-3333
Hotel. Address: 301 W 17th St 78701. Facility: 214 units. 17 stories, interior corridors.
Parking: valet only. Amenities: safes. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet
and coin laundry.
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A HILTON GARDEN INN - NW/ARBORETUM BOOK NOW 512/241-1600

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~ Hotel. Address: 11617 Research Blvd 78759.
A HOLIDAY INN AUSTIN MIDTOWN BOOK NOW 512/451-5757

Hotel. Address: 6000 Middle Fiskville Rd 78752. Facility: 189 units. 9 stories, interior
corridors. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: Some: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities:
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A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES AUSTIN AIRPORT BOOK NOW 512/386-7600
----- Hotel. Address: 7601 E Ben White Blvd 78741.
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A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES AUSTIN SOUTH BOOK NOW 512/851-1000
----- Hotel. Address: 701 E Stassney Ln 78745.
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90 AUSTIN, TX
A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL & SUITES NW AUSTIN

LAKELINE BOOK NOW 512/249-8166
----- Hotel. Address: 10911 Pecan Park Blvd 78750.
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A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS SUNSET VALLEY BOOK NOW 512/891-9500

----- Hotel. Address: 4892 Hwy 290 W 78735.
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A HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON AUSTIN AIRPORT BOOK NOW 512/215-0410

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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 1705 Airport Commerce Dr 78741.
A HOMEWOOD SUITES-AUSTIN SOUTH/AIRPORT BOOK NOW 512/445-5050
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~ Extended Stay Contemporary Hotel. Address: 4143 Governor’s Row 78744.
A HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON AUSTIN CEDAR PARK
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 10809 Pecan Park Blvd 78750.
A HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON AUSTIN/TECHRIDGE PARMER BOOK NOW 512/989-1100
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AUSTIN, TX 91
A HOTEL GRANDUCA AUSTIN BOOK NOW 512/306-6400

Hotel. Address: 320 S Capital of Texas Hwy 78746. Facility: This elegant hotel features
charming Italian décor. Guest rooms provide a nice place to retreat and recharge. Lounge
in a soft robe and grab a refreshment from the minibar. 194 units, some two bedrooms. 9
stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Terms: check-in 4 pm.
Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: sauna, hot tub, cabanas, game
room, exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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A HYATT HOUSE AUSTIN/ARBORETUM BOOK NOW 512/342-8080

Extended Stay Contemporary Hotel. Address: 10001 N Capital of Texas Hwy 78759.
Facility: 131 efficiencies, some two bedrooms. 3 stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor.
Activities: picnic facilities, exercise room. Guest Services: coin laundry.
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A HYATT PLACE AUSTIN AIRPORT BOOK NOW 512/272-5001

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Hotel. Address: 9532 Spirit of Austin Ln 78719. Facility: 139 units. 4 stories, interior
corridors. Parking: on-site (fee). Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities:
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A HYATT PLACE AUSTIN/ARBORETUM - DOMAIN AREA BOOK NOW 512/231-8491

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Hotel. Address: 3612 Tudor Blvd 78759. Facility: 127 units. 6 stories, interior corridors.
Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry, area
transportation.
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A HYATT PLACE AUSTIN-LAKE TRAVIS/FOUR POINTS BOOK NOW 512/369-3120

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Hotel. Address: 7300 N FM 620 Rd 78726. Facility: 95 units. 5 stories, interior corridors.
Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet and
coin laundry.
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A HYATT REGENCY LOST PINES RESORT AND SPA BOOK NOW 512/308-1234
Resort Hotel. Address: 575 Hyatt Lost Pines Rd 78612. Location:
Waterfront. Facility: Expansive ranchlike grounds are accentuated by horseback riding, a
championship golf course, a resort pool and other activities. Plush robes add an extra
touch of luxury to rooms. 491 units. 3-4 stories, interior/exterior corridors. Parking: on-site
(fee) and valet. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Dining: 2 restaurants. Pool:
----- heated outdoor. Activities: sauna, hot tub, steamroom, cabanas, fishing, regulation golf,
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trails, health club, spa. Guest Services: complimentary laundry.
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AUSTIN, TX 93
A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES AT THE DOMAIN BOOK NOW 512/832-2121

----- Hotel. Address: 11901 N Mo-Pac Expwy 78759.
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A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES AUSTIN AIRPORT BOOK NOW 512/386-6800

----- Hotel. Address: 7625 E Ben White Blvd 78741.
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A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES AUSTIN NW/LAKELINE MALL BOOK NOW 512/568-3538
----- Hotel. Address: 10701 Lakeline Mall Dr 78717.
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A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES AUSTIN SOUTHWEST AT MOPAC BOOK NOW 512/899-3000
----- Hotel. Address: 4424 S Mopac Expwy 78735.
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A MICROTEL INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM - AUSTIN AIRPORT BOOK NOW 512/386-7800
----- Hotel. Address: 7705 Metro Center Dr 78744.
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A MOXY AUSTIN-UNIVERSITY BOOK NOW 737/471-2621

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~ Hotel. Address: 2552 Guadalupe St 78705.
A OMNI BARTON CREEK RESORT & SPA BOOK NOW 512/329-4000
Resort Hotel. Address: 8212 Barton Club Dr 78735. Facility: This first-class resort is the
perfect Austin retreat. Beautiful resort pools, top-quality golf, views of the Texas Hill
Country and fresh, upscale rooms all give you that sense of place. 502 units. 9-10 stories,
interior/exterior corridors. Parking: on-site and valet. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities:
safes. Dining: 3 restaurants. Pool: heated outdoor, heated indoor. Activities: sauna, hot
tub, steamroom, cabanas, regulation golf, miniature golf, recreation programs, game
room, lawn sports, health club, spa. Guest Services: valet laundry, area transportation.
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A THE OTIS HOTEL BOOK NOW 512/473-8900

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~ Hotel. Address: 1901 San Antonio St 78705.
A RENAISSANCE AUSTIN HOTEL BOOK NOW 512/343-2626

Hotel. Address: 9721 Arboretum Blvd 78759. Facility: Experience
serenity in the modern and luxurious rooms. Each is spacious and has a
safe for keeping your valuables. Enjoy plentiful desk space as you work
or lounge in a comfy leather chair. 492 units. 9 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site
and valet. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor, heated indoor.
----- Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry, boarding pass kiosk,
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A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT AUSTIN AIRPORT BOOK NOW 512/326-1100
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 3201 Caseybridge Ct 78744.
A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT AUSTIN LAKE TRAVIS/RIVER
PLACE BOOK NOW 512/735-9300
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 6608 River Place Blvd 78730.
A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT AUSTIN NW/DOMAIN AREA BOOK NOW 512/719-7055
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 11301 Burnet Rd 78758.

AUSTIN, TX 95
A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT AUSTIN PARMER/TECH RIDGE BOOK NOW 512/977-0544

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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 12401 N Lamar Blvd 78753.
A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT AUSTIN SOUTH BOOK NOW 512/912-1100
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~ Extended Stay Contemporary Hotel. Address: 4537 S I-35 78744.
A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT AUSTIN-UNIVERSITY AREA BOOK NOW 512/469-7842
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 1209 E 51st St 78723.
A SLEEP INN & SUITES NORTHEAST BOOK NOW 512/524-5400
----- Hotel. Address: 8410 US 290 E 78724.
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A SONESTA ES SUITES AUSTIN THE DOMAIN AREA BOOK NOW 512/349-0888

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 10201 Stonelake Blvd 78759. Facility: 121 efficiencies,
some two bedrooms. 4 stories, interior corridors. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: picnic
facilities, exercise room. Guest Services: complimentary laundry.
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A SONESTA SELECT AUSTIN NORTH BOOK NOW 512/323-2121

Hotel. Address: 7522 N I-35 78752. Facility: 120 units. 5 stories, interior corridors. Pool:
outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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A SONESTA SIMPLY SUITES AUSTIN THE DOMAIN AREA BOOK NOW 512/338-1611
Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 9701 Stonelake Blvd 78759. Facility: 125 efficiencies. 4
stories, interior corridors. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Activities: exercise room. Guest
Services: complimentary and valet laundry. (See ad on inside front cover.)
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A SOUTH CONGRESS HOTEL BOOK NOW 512/920-6405

Boutique Hotel. Address: 1603 S Congress Ave 78704. Facility: Slick style and plush
materials come together on popular South Congress Avenue. Local flavor carries through
to the TV in your room, with live streaming movies from Austin’s own Drafthouse Films. 83
units. 3 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Amenities: safes.
Dining: 3 restaurants, also, Otoko, see separate listing, entertainment. Pool: outdoor.
Activities: exercise room, massage. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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~ Hotel. Address: 12520 N I-35 78753.
A SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT AUSTIN SOUTH BOOK NOW 512/441-8270
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~ Hotel. Address: 4501 S I-35 78744.
A STAYBRIDGE SUITES AUSTIN AIRPORT BOOK NOW 512/389-9767
----- Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 1611 Airport Commerce Dr 78741.
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----- Extended Stay Contemporary Hotel. Address: 13087 N Hwy 183 78750.
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98 AUSTIN, TX
A THOMPSON AUSTIN BOOK NOW 737/787-1234
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Boutique Contemporary Hotel. Address: 506 San Jacinto Blvd 78701.
Facility: The rooms are refined with upscale appointments and
relaxing comforts include robes with slippers. The rooms are spacious and the large
bottled liquors is the perfect way to enjoy a nightcap. 229 units, some two bedrooms,
efficiencies and kitchens. 16 stories, interior corridors. Bath: shower only. Parking: valet
only. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Dining: 3 restaurants. Pool: heated
outdoor. Activities: cabanas, bicycles, exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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A TOMMIE AUSTIN BOOK NOW 737/205-1234
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Hotel. Address: 506 San Jacinto Blvd 78701. Facility: 193 units. 16 stories,
interior corridors. Bath: shower only. Parking: valet only. Terms: check-in 4 pm.
Amenities: safes. Dining: 3 restaurants. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities:
cabanas, bicycles, exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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A TOWNEPLACE SUITES AUSTIN SOUTH BOOK NOW 512/991-3000
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~ Hotel. Address: 901 Little Texas Bldg G Ln 78745.
A TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT AUSTIN NORTH
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 13501 Lyndhurst St 78717.
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AUSTIN, TX 99
A TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT AUSTIN NORTH/TECH

RIDGE BOOK NOW 512/339-4200
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 12427 Tech Ridge Blvd 78753.
A TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT AUSTIN NORTHWEST
DOMAIN BOOK NOW 512/835-6000
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 2237 W Braker Ln 78758.
A TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT AUSTIN ROUND ROCK BOOK NOW 512/255-0600
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~ Hotel. Address: 541 Parker Dr 78728.
A TRU BY HILTON AUSTIN AIRPORT BOOK NOW 512/385-0200
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~ Hotel. Address: 7900 E Ben White Blvd 78741.
A WESTIN AUSTIN AT THE DOMAIN BOOK NOW 512/832-4197
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~ Hotel. Address: 11301 Domain Dr 78758.
A WYNDHAM GARDEN HOTEL BOOK NOW 737/304-0630
----- Hotel. Address: 3401 I-35 S 78741.
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A OTOKO 512/920-6405
----- Japanese Sushi Fine Dining. Address: 1603 S Congress Ave 78704.

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mi. s.e. on FM 2040. At more than 115,000 acres,
this refuge encompasses coastal wetlands and prairies,
Austwell was founded in 1911 by Preston Rose Austin, shoreline and a Gulf Coast barrier island. Inhabitants of
a cotton grower and land developer who owned 20,000 the refuge include alligators, armadillos, white-tailed deer,
acres along the lower Guadalupe River. Austin combined raccoons and javelinas. Among the more than 400 spe-
his name and business partner Jesse McDowell’s to cies of birds are roseate spoonbill, crested caracara, sora,
a variety of ducks and endangered whooping cranes. The
create a town designation. Hotels, stores, lumberyards best viewing times year-round are early morning and late
and cotton gins were among Austin’s financial stakes in afternoon/evening; whooping cranes are best viewed from
the community; he also donated a school, a church and late October to early April.
land for a train station. In 1914, he dredged Hynes Bay to The refuge includes a 40-foot observation tower, several
create a shipping channel. Five years later, the town was miles of walking trails and a self-guiding, 16-mile auto
badly damaged by a storm, and it never recovered from a tour; registration at the center is required. Phone: (361)
second deluge in 1942. 349-1181. q
BANDERA
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BASTROP
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A BEST WESTERN BASTROP PINES INN BOOK NOW 512/321-0900

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Hotel. Address: 107 Hunters Crossing Blvd 78602. Facility: 60 units. 3 stories, interior
corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: coin
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102 BASTROP — BAY CITY, TX
A HAMPTON INN & SUITES BY HILTON BASTROP BOOK NOW 512/321-2898

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A QUALITY INN BOOK NOW 512/321-3303
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BAY CITY
• Hotels p. 102
Established in 1894, Bay City is a commercial center for
farming, ranching, oil and nuclear energy.
A BEST WESTERN PLUS BAY CITY INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 979/557-0678
Hotel. Address: 501 7th St 77414. Facility: 63 units. 3 stories, interior
corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: picnic facilities, exercise room. Guest Services: coin
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A CANDLEWOOD SUITES BAY CITY BOOK NOW 979/245-7500

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A COMFORT SUITES BOOK NOW 979/245-9300

----- Hotel. Address: 5100 7th St 77414.
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BAY CITY — BAYTOWN, TX 103
A HAMPTON INN & SUITES BAY CITY BOOK NOW 979/245-7100

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BAYTOWN
• Hotels p. 103
• Part of Houston area— see map p. 254
A COMFORT SUITES BAYTOWN BOOK NOW 281/421-9764

----- Hotel. Address: 7209 Garth Rd 77521.
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A DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM BAYTOWN EAST BOOK NOW 281/573-1400

----- Motel. Address: 8115 N Hwy 146 77523.
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A EXECUTIVE RESIDENCY BY BEST WESTERN BAYTOWN BOOK NOW 832/572-7800

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 4602 East Frwy 77521. Facility: 86
efficiencies. 4 stories, interior corridors. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities:
picnic facilities, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin laundry.
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104 BAYTOWN — BEAUMONT, TX
A HAMPTON INN BY HILTON BAYTOWN BOOK NOW 281/421-1234

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A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES BAYTOWN BOOK NOW 281/421-9988
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A HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON BAYTOWN BOOK NOW 832/926-7350

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A SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON BAYTOWN BOOK NOW 281/421-1200
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~ Hotel. Address: 5169 I-10 E 77521.
A TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON BAYTOWN BOOK NOW 281/421-0020
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 7238 Garth Rd 77521.
BEAUMONT Visitor information is available at the Babe Didrikson Za-

• Hotels p. 104 harias Museum and Visitors Center, 1750 I-10E; phone
(409) 833-4622 or (800) 392-4401.
The early economy of Beaumont, which was settled
around 1824, was based on cattle, lumber and rice. Then Beaumont Convention and Visitors Bureau: 505
on Jan. 10, 1901, in the nearby Spindletop field, the first Willow St., P.O. Box 3827, Beaumont, TX 77701. Phone:
great Texas oil well blew. The Beaumont area currently (409) 880-3749 or (800) 392-4401.
forms one of the largest concentrations of petroleum refin- Shopping: Parkdale Mall, off Eastex Freeway at Dowlen
eries in the nation. Agriculture also contributes to the Rd., counts Dillard’s, JCPenney and Sears among its 125
economy of this thriving deep-water Neches River port. stores.

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BEAUMONT — BEDFORD, TX 105
A DAYS INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM BEAUMONT BOOK NOW 409/784-0800

----- Hotel. Address: 5430 Rexora Dr 77705.
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A HILTON GARDEN INN BEAUMONT BOOK NOW 409/842-5646

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A HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON BEAUMONT BOOK NOW 409/842-9990
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A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT BEAUMONT BOOK NOW 409/434-0600

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 5380 Clearwater Ct 77705. Facility: 133 units. 4 stories,
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BEDFORD and gristmill built by Weldon Bobo in the 1870s estab-

• Hotels p. 105 lished the town as a gathering place for area farmers. The
62-acre Bedford Boys Ranch, a home for wayward boys,
Bedford was named for a county in Tennessee, the opened in 1949. The ranch is now a city park and aquatic
original home of many of its early settlers. A general store center.

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106 BEE CAVE — BIG BEND NP, TX
BEE CAVE
• Hotels p. 106
• Part of Austin area— see map p. 58
A SONESTA BEE CAVE AUSTIN BOOK NOW 512/483-5900

Hotel. Address: 12525 Bee Cave Pkwy 78738. Facility: 195 units. 6 stories, interior
corridors. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities: trails,
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BEEVILLE sented in changing exhibits. This two-story house sits on

• Hotels p. 106 park-like grounds and covers an entire block. Time: Allow
1 hour minimum. Phone: (361) 358-8615.
BEEVILLE ART MUSEUM is at 401 E. Fannin St. Various
works, including sculptures and oil on canvas, are pre-
A HAMPTON INN BOOK NOW 361/362-2100

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A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL & SUITES BEEVILLE BOOK NOW 361/358-7300
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} BIG BEND NATIONAL PARK This last great wilderness area of Texas offers mountain
and desert scenery and a variety of unusual geological
structures within its 801,163 acres.
Elevations in the park range from 1,840 ft. along the
Rio Grande as it leaves Big Bend to 7,825 ft. on The park encompasses the entire range of the Chisos
Emory Peak. Refer to AAA maps for additional Mountains. Three river canyons—Santa Elena, Mariscal
elevation information. and Boquillas—channel the Rio Grande as it forms the in-
ternational border. Santa Elena Canyon’s cliffs rise 1,513
Big Bend National Park is southeast of Alpine on SR feet above the river. The region is rugged, with volcanic
118 and US 385. The park derives its name from a rock formations, abrupt pinnacles, dry channels and
U-shaped bend of the Rio Grande bordering the park. deep-cut canyons. It was here that the fossilized bones of
BIG BEND NP — BIG LAKE, TX 107
a pterosaur, a soaring reptile with a wingspan of 38 feet, Guided walks and interpretive programs are given
were discovered in 1971. throughout the park; information is available at visitor cen-
When conditions are right, the lowlands bloom with ters. Illustrated talks by park interpreters are given year
desert flowers, shrubs and cacti. Piñon woodlands are round.
found on the mountain slopes. High in the mountain can- Visitors can get assistance and information about plan-
yons are forests of Arizona cypress, Douglas fir, juniper ning back-country trips from the Panther Junction Visitor
and oak. Center at the park headquarters. The visitor center, which
Desert mule deer live in the area, and small white-tailed also has exhibits, is open daily 9-5 (9-1 on Christmas).
deer inhabit the Chisos Mountains. Coyotes, foxes and
javelinas may be seen. More than 450 species of birds Reservations for accommodations at Chisos Mountains
have been identified in the park. Lodge should be made well in advance; phone (432)
477-2291. See Recreation Areas Chart.
General Information and Activities
ADMISSION (valid for 7 days) is $30 per private vehicle,
Big Bend National Park is open all year. Summer tem- $25 per person on motorcycle or $15 per person on bi-
peratures in the desert are usually high and afternoon cycle or foot. The park is open daily 24 hours. Note: Mo-
thunderstorms are frequent July through September, but torists should fill their gas tanks before leaving US 90;
the mountains are pleasant in summer. service stations in the park are open roughly 7 a.m.-8
A trip from Marathon by way of park headquarters at p.m., November through mid-May, and 8-6 the rest of the
Panther Junction and the Chisos Basin to Alpine provides year.
a scenic 187-mile circle tour of the park. Hard-surfaced
roads lead to Santa Elena and Boquillas canyons. PETS must be on a leash or otherwise physically re-
stricted and are not permitted in public buildings, the river
Many miles of trails are available for hiking. One of the or on trails.
more interesting hikes is along the self-guiding nature trail
to Lost Mine Peak. The round-trip hike lasts about 3 ADDRESS inquiries to the Superintendent, Big Bend Na-
hours. Other trips include the South Rim, the Window and tional Park, P.O. Box 129, TX 79834; phone (432)
a variety of desert or river’s-edge hikes. 477-2251.
BIG LAKE
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A BEST WESTERN PLUS BIG LAKE INN BOOK NOW 325/884-1011

Hotel. Address: 1401 E US 67 76932. Facility: 51 units. 3 stories,
interior corridors. Pool: heated indoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: coin
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108 BIG SPRING — BIG THICKET NPP, TX
BIG SPRING Chart). Since the discovery of oil in 1927, Big Spring has
• Hotels p. 108 been a refining center and a distribution point for locally
manufactured oil-well machinery.
The West Texas town of Big Spring was named for the
spring that served as a watering place for buffaloes, ante- Big Spring Area Convention and Visitors Bureau: 113
lopes, deer, mustangs and people. The spring is now part E. 3rd St., Big Spring, TX 79720. Phone: (432) 263-8235
of 400-acre Comanche Trail Park (see Recreation Areas or (866) 430-7100.
A BEST WESTERN PALACE INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 432/264-1500

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BIG THICKET NATIONAL PRESERVE Big Sandy Creek Trail is a favorite for biking and horse-
back riding. Most other units include visitor day-use areas
Big Thicket National Preserve encompasses 15 units in near unit boundaries. Walking is the best way to see the
southeast Texas. The 113,121-acre park protects one of preserve, which offers trails varying in length from .5 to 18
the country’s most biologically diverse wilderness areas. miles. Naturalist programs are offered throughout the
Until the 19th century, this region was a vast and almost year. Another popular activity is canoeing on the Neches
impenetrable combination of woodlands and swamps. River, Pine Island Bayou and Village Creek.
The preserve’s thicket of woods resulted from the un- Administered by the Nature Conservancy, the Roy E.
usual intermixing of elements from four major habitats— Larsen Sandyland Sanctuary, in Hardin County off SR
Southeastern swamps, Eastern forests, Central plains 327, offers numerous trails where nature lovers can view
and the Appalachians. Within the remnants of this once- flora and fauna indicative of both desert and bog; phone
(409) 385-0445.
vast wilderness is an uncommon mix of plants and
animals—Eastern bluebirds nest near road runners, and The Big Thicket Visitor Center is about 7 miles north of
lush bogs border cactus- and yucca-dotted sandhills. Kountze at the junction of US 69 and FM 420. Picnicking is
permitted. Allow 1 hour minimum. Park open dawn-dusk.
Big Thicket includes nine land units and six water corri- Visitor center open daily 9-5; closed Jan. 1, Thanksgiving
dors. Only the Turkey Creek, Beech Creek, Big Sandy and Christmas. Admission free. Phone (409) 951-6700.
and Hickory Creek Savannah units have hiking trails. The See Recreation Areas Chart.

BLANCO — BOERNE, TX 109
BLANCO
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A BLANCO RIVER HOTEL BOOK NOW 830/833-5697

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BOERNE Visit Boerne - Boerne Visitors Center: 282 N. Main St.,

• Hotels p. 109 Boerne, TX 78006. Phone: (830) 249-7277 or (888)
842-8080.
Boerne’s beginnings are evident in its old stone build-
ings with narrow windows, steep gables, outside stair- CASCADE CAVERNS, at 226 Cascade Caverns Rd. via
ways and gardens. Members of the idealist German I-10 exit 543, is part of a 105-acre park. Guided tours of
colony of Bettina, students of the classics who founded the underground caves take visitors through spacious, 25-
several ‘‘Latin settlements’’ in Texas, first settled in the to 65-foot-high chambers and low, narrow passageways.
area in 1849. The immigrants designed their farm after Ci- You’ll view unique rock formations like ‘‘chubby’’ stalac-
cero’s country home, Tusculum, and laid out the town to tites and enormous solution domes; an underground lake;
resemble the communities they had known in Europe. and such animals as Eastern Pipistrelle bats, cliff and
Boerne (pronounced ‘‘bernie’’) was the home of George leopard frogs, and the albino Cascade Cavern salaman-
Wilkins Kendall, one of the founders of the New Orleans ders. The cavern walls, ceilings and floors are damp, and
Picayune. At the outbreak of the Mexican War in 1846, Ken- the temperature remains a constant 64 F.
dall organized a system of Pony Express riders and ships to
carry stories to his newspaper. So efficient was this method The First Friday Flashlight Tour is a 1.5-hour night tour
of reporting that the Picayune printed the text of the Treaty held the first Friday of the month. A 2-hour tour of the
of Guadalupe before the U.S. government received a copy. lower cave also is offered.
Kendall’s ranch, where he spent the last years of his life, en-
compassed most of what is modern Kendall County. Note: Sneakers are recommended, as the steps leading
Situated along Cibolo Creek at 140 City Park Rd., the to the cavern are steep and the cavern floor can be slip-
Cibolo Nature Center offers hiking trails, a boardwalk and pery. Time: Allow 2 hours minimum. Phone: (830)
a nature center; phone (830) 249-4616. 755-8080. f L J q
A BEST WESTERN BOERNE INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 830/249-1212

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110 BOERNE — BORGER, TX

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BOERNE BOOK NOW 830/368-4167
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A MOTEL 6 BOOK NOW 830/249-3562
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BONHAM SAM RAYBURN LIBRARY AND MUSEUM is 4 blks. w.

on SR 56 at 800 W. Sam Rayburn Dr. The site preserves
Named for James B. Bonham, a hero of the Alamo books and historical mementos collected by Speaker of
siege, Bonham is in the heart of the fertile Blacklands. the House Rayburn during a half-century of public service.
Hamlets with names such as Telephone and Bug Tussle A replica of the speaker’s office at the United States
attest to the ‘‘down-homeness’’ of the area. During the Capitol contains the silver and crystal chandelier that
Civil War the town was headquarters of the Texas Confed- hung in the White House from the terms of President
erate forces. Ulysses S. Grant to those of Theodore Roosevelt. Time:
In a park next to Sam Rayburn Library and Museum Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (903) 583-2455.
(see attraction listing) is Fort Inglish Museum and Village.
Structures include three original, restored log cabins
dating from the 1830s and a replica of the 1837 fort;
phone (903) 583-3943 or (903) 583-8042. The village is BORGER
open Thurs.-Sat. 11-3, Apr.-Sept. • Hotels p. 111
Bonham Area Chamber of Commerce: 327 N. Main St.,
Bonham, TX 75418. Phone: (903) 583-4811. In 1926 the Panhandle Oil Field was discovered, and a
boomtown of 45,000 people mushroomed on the site of
SAM RAYBURN HOUSE STATE HISTORIC SITE is 1.5 Borger. The town remains a major petrochemical center.
mi. w. to 890 SR 56. The 12-room country house of the Before the oil boom, the area’s most significant events
former Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives were the Battles of Adobe Walls, which took place about
contains family furnishings and belongings. Guided tours 37 miles northeast of Borger in 1864 and 1874.
interpret the life and work of this powerful, long-term Con-
gressional leader. Time: Allow 30 minutes minimum. Borger Chamber of Commerce: 613 N. Main St., P.O.
Phone: (903) 583-5558. f Box 490, Borger, TX 79008. Phone: (806) 274-2211.
BORGER — BRADY, TX 111
HUTCHINSON COUNTY MUSEUM is at 618 N. Main St. oil in 1859, when Borger’s population grew from 15 to
Changing exhibits trace the history of the county and the 35,000 in 3 months. An authentic cable tool drilling rig is
town of Borger, depicting the Spanish exploration, the displayed. Time: Allow 30 minutes minimum. Phone:
Plains Indians, the American frontier and the discovery of (806) 273-0130.

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BOWIE
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A BEST WESTERN BOWIE INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 940/872-9595

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BRADY
• Hotels p. 111
A BEST WESTERN BRADY INN BOOK NOW 325/597-3997

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112 BRENHAM, TX
BRENHAM and Confederate soldiers. A museum and visitor center
• Hotels p. 112 displays area artifacts.
Brenham retains much of its mid-19th-century grandeur. Blue Bell Creameries, 1101 S. Blue Bell Rd., offers tours
The Main Street District contains restored 19th-century of the ice-cream plant Monday through Saturday, ex-
buildings that house restaurants and shops. cluding holidays. Samples are served following the tour;
The city is the county seat for Washington County, phone (800) 327-8135.
which is home to some 120 historic sites and markers,
many from the Texas Revolution. Brenham is home to Washington County Convention and Visitors Bureau:
Blinn College, the state’s first county-owned junior col-
115 W. Main St., Brenham, TX 77833. Phone: (979)
lege, which was founded in 1883.
836-3696 or (888) 273-6426.
Chappell Hill, 10 miles east, is the first town in Texas
planned and laid out by a woman. Many of the original Self-guiding tours: Visitors to the area can view the
19th-century structures remain, including the 1850s bluebonnets and other wildflowers that bloom in profusion
Stagecoach Inn, the 1869 Old Rock Store and the along country roads in the spring. The convention and
Browning Plantation of about 1857. The Masonic Cem- visitors bureau provides a free map outlining the most
etery contains the graves of Col. William Travis’ family scenic routes.
A ANT STREET INN BOOK NOW 979/836-7393

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BROWNSVILLE, TX 113
BROWNSVILLE (see place listing p. 479 and Padre Island National Sea-
• Hotels p. 114 shore p. 378), which are reached via SRs 48 and 100 to Port
Isabel, then over Laguna Madre Bay via the Queen Isabella
Brownsville is historically and economically intertwined Causeway.
with Matamoros, its sister city on the Mexican side of the Bird-watchers can find a variety of the winged species in
border. As a major seaport and railhead, Brownsville ex- the Brownsville area, including wild parrots and Brown
ports the agricultural products of the Rio Grande Valley as Pelicans. More than 470 bird species call the area home.
well as a large percentage of Mexican commerce. Locally,
both cities are often thought of as one. Brownsville is a bi- Brownsville Convention and Visitors Bureau: 650
lingual city with strong Spanish cultural ties, and residents Ruben M. Torres Sr. Blvd./FM 802, Brownsville, TX
frequently cross the three international bridges to shop, 78520. Phone: (956) 546-3721 or (800) 626-2639.
visit and work. Self-guiding tours: A map outlining the Brownsville Heri-
During the 19th century, wars and banditry marked rela- tage Trail, which guides visitors around the historic down-
tions between the two communities. Brownsville was es- town area, is available from the convention and visitors
tablished in 1846 as Fort Brown to support the United bureau.
States’ claim to the Rio Grande as its southern border. The
two battles at Palo Alto and Resaca de la Palma success- BROWNSVILLE MUSEUM OF FINE ART, 660 E. Ring-
fully defended that claim and started the Mexican War. gold St., features a permanent collection of more than 350
works. The museum also offers a variety of changing ex-
During the Civil War, Brownsville prospered as the Con-
hibits and special events. Time: Allow 1 hour minimum.
federacy’s chief cotton port, shipping materials out of
Phone: (956) 542-0941.
Mexico to dodge the Union blockade. One of the last land
battles of the Civil War was fought near Brownsville at
Palmito Ranch; the Confederate troops had not heard of
Gen. Robert E. Lee’s surrender 1 month earlier. The dis-
} GLADYS PORTER ZOO is 2 mi. n. at 500 Ring-
gold St. Moats, streams, rocks and cave-like struc-
tures provide natural enclosures for more than 1,600
sent along the border did not end with the Civil War, how- animals at the 28-acre zoo. More than 350 species are
ever, as plots and counterplots by revolutionaries across represented, including nearly 50 endangered.
the border kept Fort Brown busy during the rest of the Galapagos tortoises, spider monkeys and Cuban croco-
19th century and into the next. diles inhabit Tropical America. Indo-Australia is home to
Remnants of Fort Brown can still be seen east of the orangutans, kangaroos, kookaburras and wallabies. The
International Bridge on International Boulevard near Eliza- Asia environment features gibbons and Bactrian camels.
beth Street. Several original fort buildings are part of the Popular residents of the Africa area include reticulated gi-
campus shared by Texas Southmost College and University raffes, zebras, lions, gorillas, chimpanzees and white
of Texas at Brownsville, including the post hospital, guard- rhinoceros.
house and post headquarters. Phone (956) 882-8200. The zoo also offers a herpetarium, a free-flight aviary,
Other local sites and monuments remind visitors of the bear grottoes and an exhibit of harbor seals. The chil-
strife that occurred in Brownsville during the Mexican War. dren’s zoo lets youngsters interact with Nigerian dwarf
Battle sites include the Palo Alto Battlefield National His- goats, miniature horses and other baby animals.
torical Park, at FM 1847 and FM 511; the Resaca de la Phone: (956) 546-2177. J
Palma Battlefield Marker, on FM 1847 between Price and
Coffee Port roads; and the Palmito Hill Battlefield Marker, Children’s Museum of Brownsville is at 501 E. Ring-
12 miles east on SR 4. gold St. in Dean Porter Park. Interactive play-and-learn
The } Charro Days Fiesta in February celebrates the stations include a weather station, a construction zone, a
charro horsemen of Mexico with a grand ball, street farm and a health clinic. Time: Allow 2 hours minimum.
dances, parades and a carnival; phone (956) 542-4245. Phone: (956) 548-9300.
Air Fiesta, held in late February or March, is an air show HISTORIC BROWNSVILLE MUSEUM is off SR 77/83 at
featuring dozens of antique and modern military aircraft; the Boca Chica exit, then e. to 641 E. Madison St. Housed
phone (956) 541-8585. Latin Jazz Festival tunes fill the air in a 1928 train depot, the museum offers interpretive ex-
in October; phone (956) 831-9590. hibits from Brownsville’s past, including the area’s earliest
The city is known for its shrimp fleet and its dual-frontier military fort and the arrival of French teaching nuns. Agri-
maquiladora manufacturing program, which includes For- cultural and ranching tools, artifacts and pictures from the
tune 500 companies in both Brownsville and Matamoros. battles of the Mexican War and a restored Baldwin wood-
Nearby are the wide sandy beaches of South Padre Island burning, narrow-gauge railroad locomotive are included.
114 BROWNSVILLE, TX
Time: Allow 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (956) Note: During the summer months visitors are advised to
548-1313. visit in the early morning or late afternoon, wear a hat and
bring mosquito repellent. Time: Allow 1 hour minimum.
RESACA DE LA PALMA STATE PARK is at 1000 New Phone: (956) 350-2920. f L G M q
Carmen Rd. The summer tanager, yellow-breasted chat,
black-bellied whistling duck and purple gallinule are just RIO GRANDE VALLEY WING FLYING MUSEUM is s. of
some of the bird species that call this 1,200-acre park the airport terminal at 955 S. Minnesota Ave. World War II
home. On the grounds are more than 11 miles of biking, military aircraft, antique vehicles, military uniforms and
hiking and walking trails; a visitor center; and four obser- models are displayed. A 30-minute video features military
vation decks. Visitors can take a tram tour, rent bikes and aircraft operated and restored by the Commemorative Air
binoculars and participate in bird walks, butterfly walks, Force. Time: Allow 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (956)
nighttime hiking trips and other activities. 541-8585.
A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT BROWNSVILLE BOOK NOW 956/350-4600

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BROWNSVILLE — BRYAN, TX 115
A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT BROWNSVILLE BOOK NOW 956/350-8100

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 3975 N Expwy 83 78520. Location: Located near
Sunrise Mall. Facility: 102 kitchen units, some two bedrooms. 3 stories, interior corridors.
Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin
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BROWNWOOD Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce: 600 E.

• Hotels p. 115 Depot St., Brownwood, TX 76801; P.O. Box 880, Brown-
wood, TX 76804. Phone: (325) 646-9535.
A cotton-buying center in its early days, Brownwood
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BRYAN but not until the Houston & Texas Central Railroad arrived
• Hotels p. 115 • Restaurants p. 117 in 1860 did Bryan begin to take shape. The city has pros-
pered with an economy based upon diversified agriculture
Bryan is the county seat of Brazos County and a major and industry.
educational and commercial center. Many of its first set- Self-guiding tours: A brochure about the historic district
tlers were colonists who arrived with Stephen F. Austin, is available from the convention and visitors bureau.
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116 BRYAN, TX
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Hotel. Address: 1920 Austins Colony Pkwy 77803. Facility: 100 units. 5 stories, interior
corridors. Bath: shower only. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities: hot tub, picnic
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~ Hotel. Address: 4613 S Texas Ave 77802.
A HILTON GARDEN INN COLLEGE STATION BOOK NOW 979/703-7919
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A THE STELLA HOTEL, AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION BOOK NOW 979/421-4000

Boutique Contemporary Hotel. Address: 4100 Lake Atlas Dr 77807. Location:
Waterfront. Facility: The hotel’s stylish common areas, done with a distinct Texas décor,
have an upbeat and contemporary vibe. Guests will enjoy a relaxing sleep in the luxurious
beds, which have soft, fine-quality linen. 176 units. 6 stories, interior corridors. Parking:
on-site and valet. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Dining: 2 restaurants. Pool:
outdoor. Activities: hot tub, cabanas, self-propelled boats, bicycles, exercise room. Guest
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~ Hotel. Address: 1933 Austins Colony Pkwy 77802.
A THE VILLA AT MESSINA HOF BOOK NOW 979/778-9463

Bed & Breakfast. Address: 4545 Old Reliance Rd 77808. Facility: This unique inn
provides accommodations with a French flair and abounds with antiques, stained glass
and interesting chandeliers. Take time to enjoy a tour and wine tasting. 11 units. 2 stories
(no elevator), interior corridors.
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BUDA
• Hotels p. 118
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Hotel. Address: 15295 Interstate 35 Frontage Rd 78610. Facility: 81
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Hotel. Address: 15295 S IH-35 #800 78610. Facility: 72 units. 4 stories, interior
corridors. Pool: heated indoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: coin
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BUDA — BURKBURNETT, TX 119
A HAMPTON INN & SUITES BY HILTON AUSTIN SOUTH/BUDA BOOK NOW 512/295-4900
Hotel. Address: 1201 Cabelas Dr 78610. Facility: 74 units. 4 stories,
interior corridors. Pool: heated indoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest
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• Hotels p. 119
A BEST WESTERN RED RIVER INN BOOK NOW 940/569-9707

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Hotel. Address: 1008 Sheppard Rd 76354. Facility: 80 units. 4 stories, interior corridors.
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120 BURLESON, TX
BURLESON
• Hotels p. 120
A BEST WESTERN PLUS BURLESON INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 817/744-7747
Hotel. Address: 516 Memorial Plaza 76028. Facility: 70 units. 3 stories,
interior corridors. Pool: heated indoor. Activities: hot tub, trails, exercise room. Guest
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Hotel. Address: 13251 Jake Ct 76028. Facility: 88 units. 4 stories, interior
corridors. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Pool: heated indoor. Activities: exercise
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Hotel. Address: 13250 Jake Ct 76028. Facility: 74 units. 3 stories, interior corridors.
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BURLESON — BURNET, TX 121
A HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON BOOK NOW 682/255-6888

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BURNET Burnet Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau:
• Hotels p. 121 101 N. Pierce St., Suite 1, Burnet, TX 78611. Phone:
(512) 756-4297.
The town grew around Fort Croghan, established by
ranchers in 1849 as part of a string of outposts on the LONGHORN CAVERN STATE PARK is 6 mi. s. on US
Texas frontier. The region’s many immense granite out- 281, then 6 mi. w. on Park Rd. 4S. Of interest are the Ca-
croppings proved a hindrance for early settlers. G.W. Lacy thedral Room and two rooms of transparent crystal. The
of nearby Marble Falls tried and failed to trade his granite entire public part of the cave is lighted, and the tempera-
mountain for a saddle horse. Later he deeded part of it to ture is a constant 68 F. Rubber-soled shoes are recom-
the state, which used the stone in the construction of the mended. Time: Allow 1 hour, 30 minutes minimum.
Texas Capitol. These outcroppings, some of the oldest in Phone: (512) 715-9000. f
the world, are now prized by rock hounds and geologists.
VANISHING TEXAS RIVER CRUISE is 3 mi. w. on SR
Two other resources, water and wildflowers, have 29, then 14 mi. n. on FM 2341 to 443 Waterway Ln. A va-
helped make Burnet a popular recreation center. Nine riety of 2- and 4-hour cruises are offered. The 2-hour Old
miles west via SR 29 is Inks Lake State Park (see Recre- Bluffton Cruise traverses Lake Buchanan and passes
ation Areas Chart), where 1,200 acres of woodlands and Garrett Island, home to migratory birds, including bald
wildflowers border the lake; phone (512) 793-2223. The eagles, blue herons, egrets and ospreys.
visitor center at nearby Lake Buchanan (see Recreation
Areas Chart) offers a panoramic view. Phone: (512) 756-6986 or (800) 474-8374.
A BEST WESTERN POST OAK INN BOOK NOW 512/756-4747

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Motel. Address: 908 Buchanan Dr 78611. Facility: 46 units. 1 story, exterior corridors.
Pool: outdoor.
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122 CANADIAN — CANTON, TX
CANADIAN If the weather’s nice, you can unwind in four lovely gar-
• Hotels p. 122 dens: The Four Seasons Garden, with ivy- and moss-
covered brick walls and English sculptures; the Hathoot
} THE CITADELLE ART FOUNDATION is at 520

Nelson Ave. The 8,000-square-foot Citadelle
mansion—embellished with elegant brickwork, columns
Garden, a tree-shaded, stone-adorned meadow; the
Sculpture Garden, with a large bronze sculpture as its
centerpiece; and the Pavilion Garden, featuring a
and stained-glass windows—was built in 1910 as a classical-style pavilion and giant gates.
church. It functioned as such until the 1970s, when it was
sold and converted to a private residence. The owners Time: Allow 1 hour, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (806)
later donated their home, along with their impressive art 323-8899. f q
collection within, as a public art museum.
You’ll start your visit with a video about the Citadelle’s RIVER VALLEY PIONEER MUSEUM, 118 N. 2nd St.,
history and then set off on your own to explore the prop- chronicles the history and settlement of the Hemphill
erty. A handheld audio wand that describes 20-plus points County area. Well-done exhibits focusing on regional ge-
of interest enhances the tour. More than 135 watercolors, ology, archeology, industry and other topics provide in-
pastels, oil paintings, pen-and-ink drawings and other sight into what life was like here from the time giant
works of American and European artists are on display. mastodons roamed to the early 20th century. Time: Allow
You’ll also see a collection of some 250 antiques and a 45 minutes minimum. Phone: (806) 323-6548 or (806)
gallery devoted to changing exhibits. 323-8993. q
A BEST WESTERN OASIS INN BOOK NOW 806/323-9660

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Hotel. Address: 303 S 2nd St 79014. Facility: 55 units. 3 stories, interior corridors. Pool:
heated indoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: coin laundry.
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CANTON uninterrupted over the years, growing into a huge flea

• Hotels p. 123 market that runs for four days beginning on the Thursday
before the first Monday of each month. About 7,000 exhi-
Canton and its First Monday Trade Days are legendary bition stalls attract up to 200,000 people each month;
in northern Texas. The tradition started in the 1850s when phone (903) 567-6556.
farmers began bringing horses, hunting hounds and other Canton Texas Chamber of Commerce: 119 N. Buffalo
dogs to Canton to trade or sell. This event has continued St., Canton, TX 75103. Phone: (903) 567-2991.

CANTON — CANYON, TX 123
A BEST WESTERN CANTON INN BOOK NOW 903/567-6591

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Hotel. Address: 2251 N Trade Days Blvd 75103. Location: Located in a semi-rural area.
Facility: 77 units. 2 stories, exterior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room.
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CANYON facilities and cabins are available. See Recreation Areas

• Hotels p. 124 Chart.
Phone: (806) 488-2227. L J G M q
Cattle ranches and the railroad sparked Canyon’s com-
mercial development at the turn of the 20th century. Agri- ‘‘Texas’’ Musical Drama is held in the Pioneer Amphithe-
culture and the campus of West Texas A&M University are atre in Palo Duro Canyon State Park, 12 mi. e. on SR 217
the basis of the town’s economy. to 11450 Park Rd. 5. The base of a 600-foot cliff serves as
Canyon Chamber of Commerce: 1518 Fifth Ave., the backdrop for this outdoor musical drama about the
Canyon, TX 79015. Phone: (806) 655-7815 or (800) Texas Panhandle, written by Paul Green. The production
999-9481. features more than 60 performers, live horses, light and
sound effects and fireworks. Inquire about weather poli-
ELKINS RANCH is e. off I-27 at 11301 E. SR 217, fol- cies. Tickets are available at the theater and at the
lowing signs to the entrance of Palo Duro Canyon State ‘‘Texas’’ Information Office at 1514 Fifth Ave.
Park. Numerous jeep tours explore the rim, walls and floor
of Palo Duro Canyon. The 1-hour Black Hawk tour travels Time: Allow 2 hours, 30 minutes minimum. Phone:
to a waterfall and lookout points. The Hidden Spring (806) 655-2181. J
Canyon tour lasts 2 hours, 15 minutes and explores a
hidden finger of the canyon. The 3-hour Spirit of Palo
Duro tour reaches the canyon floor. } PANHANDLE-PLAINS HISTORICAL MUSEUM is
on the campus of West Texas A&M University at
2503 Fourth Ave., w. of I-27 on SR 217. The museum
An all-you-can-eat, chuck-wagon-style breakfast is presents the cultural, geological and economic history of
available June through August; reservations are required. the region. Major exhibits are dedicated to western heri-
Phone: (806) 488-2100 or (800) 658-2613. f J tage, petroleum, paleontology and geology as well as
decorative arts, textiles and fine art.
} PALO DURO CANYON STATE PARK is 12 mi. e.
on SR 217. The canyon exposes geological forma-
tions more than 250 million years old, revealing colorful
Highlights include a reconstructed pioneer town and the
T-Anchor Ranch headquarters, one of the Panhandle’s
strata of red clay stone, white gypsum and yellow mud- oldest buildings. The People of the Plains exhibit traces
stone as well as layers of limestone and sandstone. Veg- 14,000 years of human habitation; Native American arti-
etation ranges from wildflowers and native grasses to facts include weavings, pottery, baskets and clothing. The
mesquite and juniper trees. Palo Duro is a Spanish refer- Panhandle Petroleum Story exhibit traces the panhandle’s
ence to the canyon’s hardwoods. petroleum history. Windmills, oil rigs, antique vehicles,
Deer, turkey, bobcats and rattlesnakes are among the saddles, guns, textiles and dinosaur skeletons are among
wildlife visitors might encounter. A 16-mile scenic drive de- the many items on display. The museum’s art collection
scends to the canyon floor, some 500-800 feet below the includes works from the Taos and Santa Fe art colonies
rim. There also are 1,500 acres for equestrian use and as well as a permanent gallery for Texan art.
more than 40 miles of bicycling and hiking trails. Camping Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (806) 651-2244.
124 CANYON — CARRIZO SPRINGS, TX
A BEST WESTERN PALO DURO CANYON INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 806/655-1818
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Hotel. Address: 2801 4th Ave 79015. Facility: 55 units. 3 stories, interior corridors. Pool:
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Hotel. Address: 2901 4th Ave 79015. Facility: 66 units, some two bedrooms. 3 stories,
interior corridors. Parking: winter plug-ins. Pool: heated indoor. Activities: hot tub,
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• Hotels p. 124
A BEST WESTERN PLUS CARRIZO SPRINGS INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 830/876-2500
Hotel. Address: 2474 N 1st St (US 83) 78834. Location: Located in
commercial area. Facility: 57 units. 3 stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities:
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CARRIZO SPRINGS — CARTHAGE, TX 125

Hotel. Address: 2651 N US Hwy 83 78834. Facility: 79 units. 4 stories,
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CARROLLTON
• Hotels p. 125
A DALLAS CARROLLTON COURTYARD AND CARROLLTON CONFERENCE CENTER BY

MARRIOTT BOOK NOW 972/446-0001
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~ Hotel. Address: 1201 Raiford Rd 75007.
CARTHAGE
• Hotels p. 125
A BEST WESTERN CARTHAGE INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 903/693-6700

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Hotel. Address: 2235 SE Loop 75633. Facility: 59 units. 3 stories, interior corridors.
Pool: outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin
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126 CARTHAGE — CEDAR PARK, TX

----- Hotel. Address: 2332 SE Loop 75633.
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• Hotels p. 126
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~ Hotel. Address: 409 N Clark Rd 75104.
CEDAR PARK
• Hotels p. 126
A CANDLEWOOD SUITES NORTH AUSTIN CEDAR PARK BOOK NOW 512/986-4825

----- Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 1100 Cottonwood Creek Tr 78613.
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A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL AUSTIN CEDAR PARK BOOK NOW 512/259-8200
----- Hotel. Address: 1605 E Whitestone Blvd 78613.
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CEDAR PARK — CHANNELVIEW, TX 127
A HYATT PLACE AUSTIN/CEDAR PARK BOOK NOW 512/337-3001

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Hotel. Address: 1315 E New Hope Dr 78641. Facility: 137 units. 5 stories, interior
corridors. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet and
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• Hotels p. 127
A BEST WESTERN PLUS CLASSIC INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 936/591-0002
Hotel. Address: 210 Moffitt Dr 75935. Facility: 60 units. 4 stories,
interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: coin
laundry.
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• Hotels p. 127
A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT CHANNELVIEW BOOK NOW 281/457-0000

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~ Hotel. Address: 15822 East Frwy 77530.
128 CHANNELVIEW — CLEBURNE, TX
A LA QUINTA INN BY WYNDHAM HOUSTON EAST AT SHELDON

RD BOOK NOW 281/864-5293
----- Hotel. Address: 16211 E Freeway 77530.
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CHILDRESS well as by small, diversified industry. Founded in 1876, the

town is named for George Campbell Childress, author of
The economy of Childress is sustained by agriculture, the Texas Declaration of Independence.
particularly in the form of cotton, grains and livestock, as
CLARENDON
• Hotels p. 128
A BEST WESTERN PLUS RED RIVER INN BOOK NOW 806/874-0160

Hotel. Address: 902 W 2nd St 79226. Facility: 49 units. 3 stories,
interior corridors. Pool: heated indoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest
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CLEBURNE Cleburne Chamber of Commerce: 1511 W. Henderson

St., P.O. Box 701, Cleburne, TX 76033. Phone: (817)
645-2455.
LAYLAND MUSEUM OF HISTORY is at 201 N. Caddo
Established in 1854 as Camp Henderson and renamed St. in the 1905 Carnegie Building. The museum interprets
in 1867 after Confederate general Pat Cleburne, the town home and family life in north-central Texas from the pre-
has large railroad construction and repair shops. Cleburne historic period through 1970. Exhibits highlight Native
State Park, 12 miles south on US 67, contains a wildlife Americans, early settlement and 20th-century home life.
refuge and 116-acre Cedar Lake; phone (817) 645-4215. Phone: (817) 645-0940.
See Recreation Areas Chart.
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CLEVELAND — CLUTE, TX 129
CLEVELAND
• Hotels p. 129
A BEST WESTERN CLEVELAND INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 281/659-2700

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Hotel. Address: 708 US Hwy 59 S 77328. Facility: 49 units. 3 stories, interior corridors.
Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: coin laundry.
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CLIFTON countless families to the area and helped turn it into a

prosperous cultural and commercial center along the
The late 1840s and early 1850s brought many immi- Bosque River.
grants from Norway to the town now known as the Norwe-
gian Capital of Texas. Cleng Peerson, said to be the Clifton Chamber of Commerce: 115 N. Ave. D, Clifton,
Father of Norwegian Immigration to the United States, led TX 76634. Phone: (254) 675-3720 or (800) 344-3720.
CLUTE
• Hotels p. 129
A HAMPTON INN & SUITES BY HILTON LAKE JACKSON-CLUTE BOOK NOW 979/265-3200
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A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES CLUTE - LAKE JACKSON BOOK NOW 979/266-8746
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130 CLUTE — COLLEGE STATION, TX
A TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT BOOK NOW 979/388-9300

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~ Extended Stay Contemporary Hotel. Address: 1003 W Hwy 332 77531.
COLLEGE STATION
• Hotels p. 130 • Restaurants p. 134 } GEORGE BUSH PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND
MUSEUM is .8 mi. w. of Wellborn Rd. (FM 2154) at
1000 George Bush Dr. W. The 90-acre complex preserves
an extensive collection of photographs, official and per-
College Station is the home of Texas A&M University, sonal papers and video footage. Some 90,000 items in-
the state’s oldest public institution of higher education. clude gifts of state and personal items. A film chronicles
The Agricultural and Mechanical College opened in 1876 the 41st president’s life.
with 106 students. The university is now the nation’s sixth- Highlights of the museum are a World War II Avenger
largest, with an enrollment of more than 64,000. torpedo bomber, a 1947 Studebaker, a slab of the Berlin
Wall and replicas of Bush’s Oval Office, the White House
Situation Room and the White House Press Room.
Bryan-College Station Convention and Visitors Bu- Changing exhibits also are presented.
reau: 1101 University Dr. E., College Station, TX 77840. Time: Allow 1 hour, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (979)
Phone: (979) 260-9898 or (800) 777-8292. 691-4000. Y
A AGGIELAND BOUTIQUE HOTEL BOOK NOW 979/314-7663

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A ALOFT COLLEGE STATION BOOK NOW 979/704-6400

Hotel. Address: 1150 University Dr E 77840. Facility: 105 units. 4
stories, interior corridors. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities:
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COLLEGE STATION, TX 131
A BEST WESTERN PLUS COLLEGE STATION INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 979/704-6444
Hotel. Address: 950 Arrington Rd 77845. Facility: 64 units. 3 stories,
interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: coin laundry.
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----- Hotel. Address: 907 University Dr E 77840.
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A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT BRYAN COLLEGE STATION BOOK NOW 979/695-8111

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~ Hotel. Address: 3939 Hwy 6 S 77845.
A EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON COLLEGE STATION BOOK NOW 979/260-6000
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Hotel. Address: 925 Earl Rudder Frwy S 77840. Facility: 79 units. 3
stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest
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132 COLLEGE STATION, TX
A HAMPTON INN-TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY AREA BOOK NOW 979/846-0184

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~ Hotel. Address: 320 Texas Ave S 77840.
A HAWTHORN SUITES BY WYNDHAM BOOK NOW 979/695-9500
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A HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON COLLEGE STATION BOOK NOW 979/703-8288

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A HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON COLLEGE STATION BOOK NOW 979/846-0400

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 950 University Dr E 77840. Facility: 83
units, some two bedrooms and kitchens. 4 stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor.
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Hotel. Address: 1100 University Dr E 77840. Facility: 91 units. 4 stories, interior
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A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT COLLEGE STATION BOOK NOW 979/268-2200

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 720 University Dr E 77840. Facility: 84 units, some two
bedrooms, efficiencies and kitchens. 4 stories, interior corridors. Pool: heated indoor.
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A TEXAS A&M HOTEL AND CONFERENCE CENTER BOOK NOW 979/260-2235

Hotel. Address: 177 Joe Routt Blvd 77843. Facility: Perfectly located across the street
from Kyle Field, this hotel features an upscale lobby with a clear Aggieland ambience. The
rooms have contemporary furniture, amenities and tech features. 250 units. 8 stories,
interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities:
safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: exercise room, massage. Guest Services: valet
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A THE REPUBLIC 979/260-4120
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COLLEYVILLE — COLUMBUS, TX 135
COLLEYVILLE
• Hotels p. 135
A HAMPTON INN & SUITES BY HILTON COLLEYVILLE BOOK NOW 817/318-5000

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~ Hotel. Address: 5300 State Hwy 121 76034.
COLUMBUS The 1891 Colorado County Courthouse, on Milam
• Hotels p. 135 Street, features a Tiffany-style stained-glass dome in the
district courtroom and a four-face Seth Thomas clock. A
Once the site of a Native American village called Mont- 75-foot tree at 1218 Walnut St. is purported to be the
ezuma, Columbus was settled in 1823 by members of the second largest live oak in Texas.
Stephen F. Austin colony—groups of settlers led by pio- Historically, Benjamin Beason Park marks the spot
neer Austin, who founded the first American settlements in where Beason’s ferry, operated by the Texas Army, once
Texas. crossed the Colorado River. Today, the park offers
In 1836 Gen. Sam Houston deliberately burned the camping, picnicking, fishing and soccer fields; phone
town to the ground in hopes of deterring Mexican general (979) 732-2604.
Antonio López de Santa Anna during the Texas Revolu- Columbus Chamber of Commerce: 425 Spring St., Co-
tion. By the following year, Columbus citizens began to re- lumbus, TX 78934. Phone: (979) 732-8385.
build; many of those 19th-century structures can be seen
in the downtown area. The restored 1886 Stafford Opera Self-guiding tours: Maps outlining a bicycle tour, a back-
House, 425 Spring St., offers tours and family entertain- road bluebonnet tour, a talking house tour and a historical
ment; phone (979) 732-5135. walking tour are available from the chamber of commerce.

Hotel. Address: 4321 I-10 78934. Facility: 65 units. 3 stories, interior corridors.
Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: coin
laundry.
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COMANCHE
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A BEST WESTERN COMANCHE INN BOOK NOW 325/356-2300

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• Hotels p. 136 Kingston Cove Ln. in Willis, offers lunch and dinner
• Part of Houston area— see map p. 254 cruises around Lake Conroe on a replica of an 1800s
stern-wheeler; phone (936) 588-3000.
On the southern edge of Sam Houston National Forest,
Conroe offers beautiful vistas of rolling hills, woodland Conroe Convention and Visitors Bureau: 505 W. Davis
lakes and tall pines. An oil field southeast of the city con- St., Conroe, TX 77301. Phone: (936) 522-3500 or (877)
tinues to produce. 426-6763.
A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT CONROE/THE

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~ Hotel. Address: 3010 Interstate 45 N 77303.
A HAMPTON INN & SUITES BY HILTON CONROE I-45 NORTH BOOK NOW 936/539-1888
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~ Hotel. Address: 2242 Stoneside Rd 77303.
A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES CONROE BOOK NOW 936/788-5200
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CONROE — COPPERAS COVE, TX 137
A HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON CONROE BOOK NOW 936/703-6000

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A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM CONROE BOOK NOW 936/228-0790
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A TOWNEPLACE SUITES CONROE BOOK NOW 936/267-2500

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COPPELL
• Hotels p. 137
A ALOFT DALLAS DFW AIRPORT GRAPEVINE COPPELL BOOK NOW 214/8884088

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A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT DALLAS DFW NORTH/COPPELL
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~ Hotel. Address: 1150 Northpoint Dr 75019.
COPPERAS COVE
• Hotels p. 137
A DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM COPPERAS COVE BOOK NOW 254/547-1599

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CORINTH
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CORPUS CHRISTI resort facilities characterize North Padre Island, which

• Hotels p. 141 • Restaurants p. 148 mirrors the development at the south end of the island
near Brownsville. Between these two extremes are almost
Although first explored by Europeans in 1519, for more 80 miles of beach in the Padre Island National Seashore
than 300 years Corpus Christi remained just the name of (see place listing p. 378).
a landlocked bay. In 1839 Col. Henry Kinney established
a trading post in the area, aggressively marketed his Nearby Mustang Island State Park (see Port Aransas
dusty settlement, and the town soon became a trade p. 392) preserves many of the barrier beaches north of
center for the nearby cattle ranches and the Mexican Padre Island. A freshwater alternative to these coastal
border towns. areas is Lake Corpus Christi State Park, 35 miles north-
Corpus Christi’s transformation into an international port west of the city; phone (361) 547-2635. See Recreation
occurred when the Army Corps of Engineers dug a new Areas Chart.
ship channel in the mid-1920s. The completion of this In mid-October, head over to Heritage Park, 1581 N.
project made the city the deepest port on the Texas coast Chaparral St., and soak up the sounds of the } Texas Jazz
and attracted many of the businesses that form its indus- Festival.
trial base.
The city’s importance was enhanced further with the ad- Corpus Christi Convention and Visitors Bureau: 1590
dition of the Naval Air Station and its advanced flight- N. Shoreline Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78401. Phone:
training school. This facility is one of the area’s major (361) 561-2000 or (800) 766-2322.
employers and includes the Army Depot, the primary re- ART MUSEUM OF SOUTH TEXAS is at 1902 N. Shore-
pair facility for Army helicopters. line Blvd. The museum overlooks the bay and provides a
Ironically, the city’s metamorphosis into a booming cos- unique view of the USS Lexington Museum on the Bay
mopolitan tourist mecca of hotels and palm-lined boule- (see attraction listing). Within the permanent collection are
vards has fulfilled Henry Kinney’s extravagant portrayal of hand-tooled and filigree saddles, Nicaraguan pottery, and
this former patch of sand and sea at the end of nowhere Western oil paintings and bronze pieces. Traveling exhibi-
as a resort area. tions feature artists ranging from traditional to contempo-
Despite its big-city stature, Corpus Christi has retained rary. Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (361)
its earlier small-town flavor—a quality best expressed by 825-3500. J
the 2.5-mile-long seawall in the heart of the business dis-
trict. Unlike other similar barricades, this seawall opens CORPUS CHRISTI MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND HIS-
onto the bay, with stairs leading into the water. By adding TORY is in Bayfront Arts and Science Park at 1900 N.
this feature, Gutzon Borglum, its builder and the sculptor Chaparral St. Visitors can view innovative exhibits fo-
of Mount Rushmore, joined the vistas of blue water with cused on promoting history, culture and science explora-
the cityscape. tion. Highlights include Prehistoric Predators & Prey,
If the bay is Corpus Christi’s front yard, then the more Coastal Ecology, Hall of Earth Science, the Kenedy Gal-
than 100 miles of beaches on nearby Padre and Mustang lery (home to technology from the late 1800s) and Corpus
islands are its back yard. Hotels, condominiums and other Christi (a look at the area’s varied culture from the
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 141
Krankawa tribe to the citizens of today). Cultural Encoun- During summer months, visitors can cool off at H-E-B
ters features artifacts from the 1686 French La Belle ship- Splash Park, a play area with water spray jets, cannons
wreck, while the H-E-B Science Center offers touch tables and other features. Guides answer questions about the
and a shaded playground. A Xeriscape Garden is avail- animals and the aquarium’s programs. Changing exhibits,
able free to the public. dive shows, several touch pools, feeding demonstrations
Time: Allow 1 hour, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (361) and hands-on experiences with sharks and stingrays also
826-4667. are available.
} TEXAS STATE AQUARIUM, 2710 N. Shoreline

Blvd. on North Beach, displays thousands of ani-
mals representing over 330 species. Visitors to the
Rental strollers and wheelchairs are available. Time:
Allow 1 hour, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (361)
881-1230 or (800) 477-4853.
aquarium enter under a waterfall representing a full sub-
USS LEXINGTON MUSEUM ON THE BAY is docked at
mersion into the Gulf of Mexico. Dolphin Bay offers views
2914 N. Shoreline Blvd. Because this aircraft carrier was
of Atlantic bottlenose dolphins from above the water and
reported sunk no less than four times during World War II,
in an underwater viewing room.
it was nicknamed ‘‘The Blue Ghost’’ by the Japanese.
The Islands of Steel habitat, a replica of an offshore oil View flight and hangar decks, the crew’s living areas and
platform, features a 125,000-gallon tank with marine ani- the engine room. Learn about Word War II by using virtual
mals including sharks, red snapper and barracuda. battle stations and pilot a fighter jet in the flight simulator.
The immersive Nearshore portrays life at the shoreline, Movies are shown on a three-story screen aboard the
where sand dunes and mangroves meet shallow saltwater ship at the 3-D MEGA Theater. Self-guiding tours of the
habitats that house stingrays, shorebirds and American al- 910-foot naval museum involve climbing steep stairways;
ligators. Saving Sharks features a large touch exhibit that comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
is home to several species of shark. The OCEARCH
Tracking Station allows guests to track tagged shark in Time: Allow 1 hour, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (361)
real time. 888-4873 or (800) 523-9539.
A BEST WESTERN CORPUS CHRISTI BOOK NOW 361/883-5111

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Hotel. Address: 300 N Shoreline Blvd 78401. Location: Across from Corpus Christi bay.
Facility: 173 units. 11 stories, interior corridors. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes.
Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin laundry.
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142 CORPUS CHRISTI, TX
A BEST WESTERN CORPUS CHRISTI AIRPORT BOOK NOW 361/289-8200

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Hotel. Address: 2021 N Padre Island Dr 78408. Facility: 105 units. 4 stories, interior
corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: limited exercise equipment. Guest Services: valet
and coin laundry.
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Hotel. Address: 3838 Hwy 77 N 78410. Facility: 61 units, some efficiencies. 2 stories,
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A BEST WESTERN PADRE ISLAND BOOK NOW 361/949-2300

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Motel. Address: 14050 S Padre Island Dr 78418. Facility: 43 units, some efficiencies. 2
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A BEST WESTERN PARADISE INN BOOK NOW 361/992-3100

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Motel. Address: 6301 S Padre Island Dr 78412. Location: Located in a commercial area.
Facility: 50 units. 2 stories (no elevator), exterior corridors. Pool: outdoor.
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CHRISTI BOOK NOW 361/241-2000
Hotel. Address: 3533 McKinzie Rd 78410. Facility: 88 units, some
efficiencies and kitchens. 14 stories, interior/exterior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities:
exercise room. Guest Services: complimentary laundry.
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A CANDLEWOOD SUITES NAS-CORPUS CHRISTI-SOUTH BOOK NOW 361/937-8888

----- Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 9225 S Padre Island Dr 78418.
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----- Hotel. Address: 5209 Blanche Moore Dr 78411.
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~ Hotel. Address: 5133 Flynn Pkwy 78411.

A EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON HOTEL BOOK NOW 361/853-7899

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~ Hotel. Address: 4337 S Padre Island Dr 78411.
A EMERALD BEACH HOTEL BOOK NOW 361/883-5731
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CHRISTI BOOK NOW 361/239-4092
Extended Stay Contemporary Hotel. Address: 9305 S Padre island Dr
78418. Location: Commercial and Oso Bay fishing area. Facility: 92 units, some
efficiencies and kitchens. 4 stories, interior corridors. Parking: no self-parking. Amenities:
safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: coin laundry.
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A FAIRFIELD BY MARRIOTT BOOK NOW 361/317-1300

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A THE GULFSTREAM CONDOMINIUMS/NORTH PADRE ISLAND BOOK NOW 361/949-8061
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Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 1442 S Padre Island Dr 78416. Facility: 62 units, some
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A HOLIDAY INN CORPUS CHRISTI DOWNTOWN MARINA BOOK NOW 361/882-1700
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~ Contemporary Hotel. Address: 5274 S Padre Island Dr 78411.
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 5201 Crosstown Expwy (SR 286) 78417.
A HYATT PLACE CORPUS CHRISTI BOOK NOW 361/985-8888

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Hotel. Address: 6773 S Padre Island Dr 78412. Facility: 103 units. 4 stories, interior
corridors. Pool: heated indoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin
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A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES CORPUS CHRISTI AIRPORT BOOK NOW 361/299-2600
----- Hotel. Address: 546 S Padre Island Dr 78405.
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A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES NORTHWEST BOOK NOW 361/241-4245

----- Hotel. Address: 10446 I-37 78410.
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A OMNI CORPUS CHRISTI HOTEL BOOK NOW 361/887-1600

Hotel. Address: 900 N Shoreline Blvd 78401. Location: Oceanfront. Facing the bay.
Facility: 475 units. 20 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and street. Terms:
check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Dining: 2 restaurants, also, Republic of Texas Bar &
Grill, see separate listing. Pool: heated outdoor, indoor. Activities: sauna, hot tub,
steamroom, kids club, health club, spa. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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A SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT-CORPUS CHRISTI BOOK NOW 361/851-2000
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----- Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 5201 Oakhurst Dr 78411.
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A SURFSIDE CONDOMINIUMS BOOK NOW 361/949-8128

----- Condominium. Address: 15005 Windward Dr 78418.
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 6701 S Padre Island Dr 78412.
A WINGATE BY WYNDHAM CORPUS CHRISTI BOOK NOW 361/452-8276
----- Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 7150 S Padre Island Dr 78412.

148 CORPUS CHRISTI — COTULLA, TX
WHERE TO EAT
A REPUBLIC OF TEXAS BAR & GRILL 361/886-3515

----- Regional Steak Seafood Fine Dining. Address: 900 N Shoreline Blvd 78401.
CORSICANA west of the Mississippi. The rotary drill bit used in drilling
• Hotels p. 148 operations for commercial wells was developed in
Corsicana.
Corsicana’s officials were disappointed when oil was
struck in 1894 during an attempt to locate a water supply
for the town. Within a year not only water but also an Corsicana Area Chamber of Commerce: 120 N. 12th
abundance of oil had been discovered, and Corsicana be- St., Corsicana, TX 75110. Phone: (903) 874-4731 or
came one of the first commercial oil-well and refinery sites (877) 376-7477.
A BEST WESTERN EXECUTIVE INN BOOK NOW 903/872-5300

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• Hotels p. 148
A CANDLEWOOD SUITES BOOK NOW 830/879-2727

----- Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 547 Las Palmas Blvd 78014.
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----- Hotel. Address: 624 Las Palmas Blvd 78014.
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A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 830/879-2200

----- Hotel. Address: 677 N Baylor St 78014.
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• Hotels p. 149
A FAIRFIELD BY MARRIOTT CUERO BOOK NOW 361/275-5200

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CYPRESS
• Hotels p. 149
A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON

NORTHWEST/CYPRESS BOOK NOW 281/758-8995

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Hotel. Address: 23930 Northwest Frwy 77429. Facility: 102 units. 4 stories, interior
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150 CYPRESS — DALHART, TX
A TRU BY HILTON CYPRESS HOUSTON BOOK NOW 346/818-6000

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DALHART two railroad names, and finally its present Dalhart, a syl-
• Hotels p. 150 lable combination of the two counties in which it resides,
Dallam and Hartley. Dalhart now serves as a shipping
point for cattle, grains and other agricultural products.
First known as Twist, Dalhart grew from a junction of Dalhart Chamber of Commerce: 102 E. Seventh St.,
Denver City and Rock Island Railroad lines that crossed P.O. Box 967, Dalhart, TX 79022. Phone: (806)
here in 1901. It was later named Denroc, a melding of the 244-5646.
A BEST WESTERN NURSANICKEL HOTEL BOOK NOW 806/244-5637

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Hotel. Address: 102 Scott Ave 79022. Facility: 55 units. 2 stories (no elevator), exterior
corridors. Pool: heated outdoor. Guest Services: coin laundry.
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Dallas high-rolling status during the Great Depression. As a result,

Destination Area Map ................................................ 152 the community garnered such commercial plums as the
1936 Texas Centennial Exposition, which attracted millions
Fast Facts ............................................................................. 153 of visitors to Dallas’ Fair Park. A showcase for Art Deco ar-
Must Do: AAA Editor’s Picks ............................... 153 chitecture, the cultural complex continues to draw crowds
with various events, including the State Fair of Texas.
1-day Itinerary ................................................................... 154
During World War II, other industries like aviation and
Top Picks for Kids .......................................................... 155 engineering furthered the city’s wealth. More than 600
Arriving ..................................................................................... 156 companies set up shop here over the next few decades;
today the area boasts one of the country’s highest con-
Getting Around ................................................................. 157 centrations of corporate headquarters.
Shopping ................................................................................ 157 The $1 billion-plus AT&T Stadium opened in 2009 as the
largest domed arena on the planet, with a 72-by-160-foot
Nightlife .................................................................................... 158 high-def video board, another world record-holder.
Big Events ............................................................................ 159 Minuscule in contrast to the behemoth stadium, a recon-
Sports & Rec ...................................................................... 160 struction of city founder John Neely Bryan’s one-room
abode sits in the heart of Dallas. Eclipsing the tiny cabin
Performing Arts ................................................................ 160 are a towering skyscraper and, figuratively at least, the
Attractions ............................................................................. 160 John Fitzgerald Kennedy Memorial, funded by Dallas citi-
zens in 1970.
Hotels ........................................................................................ 164 John Neely Bryan’s cabin / © Wikimedia Commons / CC BY SA / Roman
Restaurants ......................................................................... 170 Eugeniusz

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Then & Now

The 1963 assassination of President John F. Kennedy
brought the world to Dallas, etching a downtown plaza
and a book depository building into the popular con-
sciousness. With exposure like that, it’s no wonder this
modern metropolis is sometimes viewed as a hodge-
podge of past events and larger-than-life people— many
inspiring and some tragic.
Long before Lee Harvey Oswald became a household
name, locals Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow fascinated
the American public with a crime spree that ultimately led
to their Dallas burials. On the other end of the spectrum,
nearly 100 million viewers watched the Dallas Cowboys
suit up for their record-breaking eighth Super Bowl ap-
pearance, making the 1996 championship game the
most-watched U.S. television sporting event of its time.
TV audiences also saw the city depicted in the prime-time
soap ‘‘Dallas,’’ which, in 1980, had everyone asking ‘‘Who
shot J.R.?’’
It actually was the discovery of oil just east of town that
catapulted the already burgeoning business center toward
i Destination Dallas
This map shows cities in the Dallas vicinity where you will find attractions, hotels and restaurants.
Addison..................................40 Farmers Branch.............202 Kaufman.............................327 Roanoke.............................400

Allen.........................................43 Flower Mound.................205 Lake Dallas.......................334 Rockwall.............................401
Athens....................................56 Forney..................................205 Lewisville............................342 Seagoville..........................473
Carrollton............................125 Frisco....................................226 McKinney...........................362 Terrell....................................490
Cedar Hill...........................126 Garland...............................235 Mesquite.............................363 The Colony.......................493
Denton.................................184 Grand Prairie...................241 Midlothian...........................366 University Park...............501
DeSoto.................................186 Greenville...........................245 Plano....................................387
Duncanville.......................189 Irving.....................................314 Richardson........................397
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FAST FACTS
downtown, Dallas Love Field (DAL) offers commuter air
ABOUT THE CITY transit throughout the region.
POP: 1,232,940 • ELEV: 420 ft. RENTAL CARS: Hertz, (972) 453-4600 or (800) 654-3131,
at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, offers discounts to
MONEY AAA members.
SALES TAX: Municipalities may impose additional rates of
up to 2 percent on the statewide 6.25 percent sales tax. Visit AAA.com/roadtrips
Sales tax in the city of Dallas is 8.25 percent; rates vary in
the suburbs. The hotel occupancy tax is 13 percent.
RAIL SERVICE: Amtrak’s Union Station is at 400 S.
WHOM TO CALL Houston St. For train schedule and ticket information, phone
(214) 653-1101 or (800) 872-7245.
EMERGENCY: 911
BUSES: The Greyhound Lines Inc. bus station, (214)
POLICE (non-emergency): (214) 744-4444 849-6831 or (800) 231-2222, is at 205 S. Lamar St.; five
TIME AND TEMPERATURE: (817) 844-6611 other bus lines depart from this address.
HOSPITALS: Baylor University Medical Center, (214) TAXIS: Taxis are metered. The initial charge is $2.25 plus
802-0111 or (800) 422-9567 • Doctors Hospital at White $1.80 for the first mile. Rates are then $1.80 for each addi-
Rock Lake, (214) 324-6100 • Medical City Dallas Hospital, tional mile, and $2 for each additional passenger. Taxis
(972) 566-7000 • Methodist Dallas Medical Center, (214) leaving from the airport charge an additional $5 departure
947-8181 • UT Southwestern University Hospital–St. Paul, fee. Yellow Cab, (214) 426-6262, is the main company
(214) 645-5555. serving the area.
VISITOR INFORMATION PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: The Dallas Area Rapid

Transit System (DART) provides light-rail and bus service in
Visit Dallas: 325 N. St. Paul St., Suite 700, Dallas, TX the area. Two-hour passes are $2.50 for local routes and
75201. Phone: (214) 571-1000, (214) 571-1316 or (800) $3.50 for system routes including all DART buses and
232-5527. trains. Day passes are $5 for local routes and $7 for system
The visitor center is in the Old Red Courthouse and is open routes. A 7-day pass is available. Exact change is required.
Mon.-Fri. 8-5; Sat.-Sun. 9-5. Phone (214) 571-1300. Phone (214) 979-1111.
The McKinney Avenue Trolley connects the historic West End
TRANSPORTATION district downtown with Uptown Dallas. Beginning near the Dallas
Museum of Art, the trolley runs up McKinney Avenue to Black-
AIR TRAVEL: Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport burn Street and the DART Cityplace Station, and then back
(DFW), 22 miles northwest of downtown Dallas is served by downtown. The free trolley runs every 15 to 20 minutes Mon.-
domestic and foreign passenger carriers. Transportation to Thurs. 7 a.m.-10 p.m. and Fri. 7 a.m.-midnight; it runs every 25
surrounding cities is provided by several shuttle services. minutes Sat. 10 a.m.-midnight, and Sun. and holidays 10-10.
Taxis are available at curbside. Eight miles northwest of Phone (214) 855-0006.
While forever linked to one of the saddest episodes in John F. Kennedy’s life and legacy are housed in the
U.S. history, Dallas also conjures notions of Texas inge- former Texas School Book Depository, where
nuity, individualism, affluence and sheer size, and offers a investigators found Lee Harvey Oswald’s rifle and
succinct glimpse at America’s past, present and potential. ‘‘sniper’s perch’’ on Nov. 22, 1963.
● Before paying your respects at the nearby John
Fitzgerald Kennedy Memorial (on Market St.,
Must Do: AAA Editor’s Picks between Main and Commerce sts.), stroll around
● See the documentaries, photographs and artifacts Dealey Plaza. For the best view of the area, climb
that chronicle the life and legacy of President John F. the infamous grassy knoll—at its crest, a concrete
Kennedy at } The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey pergola honoring Dallas founder John Neely Bryan
Plaza (411 Elm St.). Poignant exhibits documenting has become the unofficial headquarters for dedicated
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conspiracy theorists. (1717 N. Harwood St.), the area boasts outdoor
● Visit the crown jewel of Dallas shopping: Neiman artwork and architectural stunners like the Cathedral
Marcus’ flagship store (1618 Main St.), opened in Shrine of the Virgin of Guadalupe, a High Victorian
downtown Dallas in 1914. While elegant displays Gothic structure dedicated in 1902.
peddle glittery baubles and satiny garments, the ● Cheer on the athletes at the Mesquite
legendary strawberry butter-topped popovers of the Championship Rodeo, a rugged competition
Zodiac Restaurant, located on level six, pretty much founded in Mesquite in 1958 by a group of cowboys—
sell themselves. among them five-time world champion bull rider Harry
● For designer labels, exquisite jewels and distinctive Tomkins and Jim Shoulders, the ‘‘Babe Ruth of
footwear, head to Highland Park Village (Preston Rodeo.’’ From June through August, participants
Road and Mockingbird Lane), a lovely, tree-shaded showcase skills as lassoing and bronco riding in the
shopping center established in 1931. slick Mesquite Arena (1818 Rodeo Dr.).
● Snag tickets to see the NBA Mavericks or the NHL ● Ascend Reunion Tower, part of the Hyatt Regency
Stars play at the American Airlines Center (2500 Dallas complex (300 Reunion Blvd.), and snap a
Victory Ave.) during your trip. After the game, party selfie on the GeO-Deck as you enjoy spectacular
like a rock star at W Dallas Victory Hotel & panoramic views of the city.
Residences’ The Living Room (2440 Victory Park
● Travel to nearby Arlington to see Dallas’ five-time
Ln.), or any of the other trendy bars and nightlife
spots in the area. Super Bowl winners pull on their star-stamped
helmets. If the Cowboys aren’t playing, you can tour
● Explore the 68-acre Downtown Dallas Arts District, the team’s magnificent domed home, AT&T Stadium
southeast of SR 366 at Ross Avenue and St. Paul (1 AT&T Way).
Street. In addition to the AT&T Performing Arts Center
(2403 Flora St.), the Crow Museum of Asian Art ● Catch a concert, check out agricultural exhibits,
(2010 Flora St.) and the } Dallas Museum of Art indulge in deep-fried delicacies and holler ‘‘Howdy!’’ to
a 55-foot-tall cowboy named Big Tex at the State Fair
of Texas (R.B. Cullum Blvd. and Pennsylvania Ave.).
Beginning in late September, the country’s largest
state fair attracts more than 2.4 million people
annually to historic } Fair Park (2 mi. e. of
downtown off I-30).
Dallas 1- day Itinerary

AAA editors suggest these activities for a great short
vacation experience.
Morning
● Nab locally made garments, ceramics and jewelry in
the Bishop Arts District, just southwest of downtown in
Oak Cliff, the historic neighborhood where Bonnie
Parker and Clyde Barrow met, Lee Harvey Oswald
was captured and 7-Eleven originated. If you’re an
early riser, hit Café Brazil (611 N. Bishop Ave.) for
coffee, or sleep in and treat yourself to a hearty
French-inspired brunch at Boulevardier.
● After breakfast, drive to one of the following AAA GEM
attractions: the } Dallas Zoo (650 S. R.L. Thornton
Frwy.), } Fair Park (2 mi. e. of downtown off I-30) or
the } Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden
(8525 Garland Rd.). Furry fun awaits at the state’s
largest zoo, and Fair Park’s entertaining educational
facilities keeps groups busy for hours. The 66-acre
Dallas Arboretum has more than a dozen display
John Fitzgerald Kennedy Memorial / © iStockphoto.com / Spondylolithesis gardens and overlooks scenic White Rock Lake.
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Afternoon Knox-Henderson area, where imaginative eateries
● Now that you’ve explored the Dallas outskirts, check cater to bohemian bellies.
out downtown. At the heart of the city is } The Sixth
Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza (411 Elm St.), a Top Picks for Kids
thought-provoking exhibit space preserving a painful
moment in U.S. history: the 1963 assassination of Under 13
President John F. Kennedy. After investigating Dealey ● At most Dallas Children’s Theater productions, adult
Plaza, most sightseers head east to pay their respects actors take center stage as princesses, villains and
to the fallen leader at the John Fitzgerald Kennedy not-so-creepy bugs. But on occasion, rising talent
Memorial (on Market Street, between Main and from the youth conservatory steal the spotlight at the
Commerce streets), a minimalist cenotaph designed by Rosewood Center for Family Arts (5938 Skillman St.).
renowned American architect Philip Johnson. ● Armed with a little imagination, kids exploring the
● From the JFK memorial, walk a few blocks east to 19th- and 20th-century buildings at Old City Park
Main and Ervay streets and look for the red awnings (1515 S. Harwood St.) can discover what life was like
outside the oldest Neiman Marcus (1618 Main St.) in for tough Texan pioneers.
operation. Window browse at the high-end retailer’s ● Themed dining areas and a zany waitstaff turn the
flagship store or peruse paintings and other inspi- tables on adults at the Magic Time Machine (5003
rational works in the Downtown Dallas Arts District.
The 19-block area at Ross Avenue and St. Paul
Street encompasses several cultural gems, including
the } Dallas Museum of Art (1717 N. Harwood St.),
the Nasher Sculpture Center (2001 Flora St.) and
the Crow Museum of Asian Art (2010 Flora St.).
● If you chose colorful frocks over vibrant brushstrokes,
enjoy an elegant lunch at Neiman Marcus’ fashionable
eatery, the Zodiac Restaurant (1618 Main St.).
Otherwise, check out Lone Star State staple Cane
Rosso (2612 Commerce St.) for pasta dishes and
Neopolitan pizza, or Dragonfly (2332 Leonard St.) for
New American cuisine like tuna tacos and brisket
sliders.
Evening
● If you want to get gussied up, make reservations for
The French Room (1321 Commerce St.), one of the
finest gastronomic experiences this side of the
Mississippi. Located in The Adolphus hotel, the lavish
restaurant dazzles the eyes with ornate décor, while
classic, expertly prepared recipes arouse cultivated
taste buds. A few bites of Butch’s Original Brisket
Tacos and you’ll understand why clued-in natives
perpetually pack this low-key dining room.
● Attend an event at the American Airlines Center (2500
Victory Ave.). Home to the NBA Mavericks and the
NHL Stars, the well-appointed arena also welcomes
an array of entertainers. For pre- or post-event
cocktails, the surrounding Victory Park area (a
developing playground for Dallas’ ‘‘in crowd’’) has a
handful of nightspots, though visiting VIPs like Jamie
Foxx and Justin Timberlake favor the pulsing lounges
of the W Dallas Victory Hotel & Residences (2440
Victory Park Ln.). If you can’t get tickets for an AAC
event, barhop along Greenville or McKinney avenues
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Beltline Rd.), the longtime local restaurant that’s at Dealey Plaza (411 Elm St.) vividly re-creates one
extremely popular with grade-schoolers. Dressed in of America’s darkest days. If the somber subject
superhero tights and fairy-tale frocks, servers crack matter concerns you, ask for the toned-down youth
jokes, sign autographs and lead pint-size patrons to the version of the audio tour.
‘‘Salad Car,’’ a salad bar whose vintage roadster design
entices even finicky eaters to load up on veggies. ● Cheering on the home team is guaranteed fun, as are
● Monets and Picassos in training get their scribble on behind-the-scenes tours of AT&T Stadium (1 AT&T
at the } Dallas Museum of Art (1717 N. Harwood Way) and Globe Life Field (734 Stadium Dr.), about
St.). During regularly scheduled family-friendly events, 25 miles west of Dallas.
fun things to do—everything from paper leaf-making
to story time with Arturo the Parrot, the museum’s
● } Six Flags Over Texas (2201 Road to Six Flags
cartoon mascot—keep developing minds stimulated. in Arlington) is a no-brainer for groups with fearless
youngsters in tow. When they’re not launching 32.5
Teens stories into the air on Superman: Tower of Power,
● Generation X and beyond have no firsthand kids will be texting their friends about the Texas
knowledge of President John F. Kennedy’s Giant’s 79-degree drop. If your trip is during the
assassination. But, through films, photos and summer, pack the swimsuits, too—just across the
eyewitness accounts, } The Sixth Floor Museum street is Six Flags Hurricane Harbor (1800 E. Lamar
Blvd.), which doles out enough action to keep the
brood busy a second day.
All Ages
● It doesn’t matter if you’re 4 or 14 going on 24—
Galleria Dallas (13350 Dallas Pkwy.) is a pretty cool
place, and not just because it has an ice rink. At the
American Girl store, beloved dolls can be treated to
brunch and spa treatments. Your littlest ones will love
running amok at Play Place; the jungle-themed
playground on Level 3 is the site of the mall’s free
weekly kids event, Showtime Saturdays.
● Watch elephants flap their ears to keep cool and
young lions roughhousing at the } Dallas Zoo (650
S. R.L. Thornton Frwy.). On the other end of the
spectrum are the koalas, which spend most of the
day dozing. Why? Eucalyptus leaves, their favorite
treat, have a sedative effect.
● } Fair Park (2 mi. e. of downtown off I-30) hosts the
State Fair of Texas (R.B. Cullum Blvd. and
Pennsylvania Ave.) as well as sporting events,
concerts and plays. It’s also home to several
year-round centers of learning. Drop by the
Children’s Aquarium at Fair Park’s (1462 1st Ave.)
stingray touch tank or check out the butterfly house
and insectarium at Texas Discovery Gardens at Fair
Park (3601 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.).
● Adventure awaits at The Dallas World Aquarium
(1801 N. Griffin St.). Younger children go bananas
imitating vocal red howler monkeys in the Orinoco
South American rainforest experience. Brown, sawfish
and bonnethead sharks in the Mundo Maya exhibit
Dallas Zoo / © iStockphoto.com / S. Greg Panosian will capture the attention of older kids.
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Arriving Lane is one of the most cherished. The open-air,

Mediterranean-style retail hub offers prestigious labels in-
By Car cluding Chanel, Escada and Hermès.
Major highways provide quick access to the city. US 75 The Knox-Henderson area near Southern Methodist
(North Central Expressway) and the Dallas North Tollway University puts the spotlight on home décor. The west
approach from the north, I-45 (South Central Expressway) side (Knox Street) showcases big names like Pottery Barn
from the southeast, I-20 and I-30 (R.L. Thornton Freeway) and Restoration Hardware; the east side (Henderson Av-
from the east, and I-30 (Tom Landry Freeway) from the enue) offers an array of whimsical antiques. Froggie’s 5
west. I-35 runs northwest to southwest. & 10, 3211 Knox St., is a quirky toy shop, while resale
Getting Around shops like Vintage Martini, 2923 N. Henderson Ave., hold
treasures for vintage clothing fans.
Street System
The flagship store of Neiman Marcus, founded in
Because the streets of Dallas are not designed in the Dallas in the early 1900s, lies at the heart of downtown at
traditional grid pattern, it is wise to refer to a map when 1618 Main St. Red awnings shade window browsers at
driving downtown. Major thoroughfares run from north- Main and Ervay streets, while elegant accoutrements from
west to southeast and northeast to southwest. The prin- gold-trimmed escalators to ornate chandeliers offer red-
cipal street is Main Street, which runs southwest to carpet treatment to those who venture inside. Head to
northeast; other key streets include Elm Street, which is
one way northeast.
The speed limit on most streets is 35 mph or as posted.
Freeway limits range from 40 to 75 mph as posted. Rush
hours are generally from 7:30 to 9 a.m. and from 4 to 6:30
p.m. Most signal lights are on the corners, but be alert for
signals hanging in the center of intersections. Right turns
are permitted on red; exceptions are marked.
Parking
Numerous garages and parking lots compensate for the
virtual absence of on-street parking downtown. Rates
range from $3 to $5 each half-hour or $10 to $18 a day.
For on-street parking, use the Parkmobile app. Prices
range from 5c-$2 and there is a 35c convenience fee.
Shopping
If Dallas’s bevy of high-end retailers and local boutiques
don’t have you reaching for your wallet, the city’s uptown
art galleries and folksy antique spots surely will.
Hundreds of stores encircle an indoor ice-skating rink at
the Galleria Dallas (13350 Dallas Pkwy). Streamlined
NorthPark Center, 8687 N. Central Expwy. at SR 12 and
US 75, keeps fashion-conscious Dallasites looking fab in
everything from eclectic Anthropologie ensembles to luxu-
rious Versace and Burberry.
From downtown, take the free M-Line Trolley to the
West Village in Uptown. Drive along McKinney Avenue or
hop on the McKinney Avenue Trolley to reach the historic
neighborhood’s trendy restaurants, hip art galleries and
specialty boutiques. In West Village, you’ll find a vibrant
mix retailers and restaurants at McKinney and Lemmon
avenues.
The nearby Park Cities enclave is rife with designer
salesrooms. Among Park its many shopping destinations,
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level six to nosh on strawberry butter-topped popovers at (bordered by I-35 to the north and east, Wycliff Avenue to
the Zodiac Restaurant, a local institution for more than 50 the west and Continental Avenue to the south) for antique
years. Across the street at 1615 Main St., Forty Five Ten shops and upscale art galleries near high-end design
is a luxury boutique that offers the best of such designers showrooms just two miles northwest of downtown.
as Derek Lam, Marc Jacobs, Prada and The Row.
Cruise through Victory Park, a shopping and entertain- Nightlife
ment hub at the intersection of I-35, the Dallas North Having trouble deciding where to see and be seen in
Tollway and SR 366, and you’ll find a handful of chic Dallas? Just cruise along McKinney Avenue, the main
stores and eateries as well as the American Airlines drag in the hip Uptown neighborhood, to find the city’s
Center. Home to the NBA Mavericks and the NHL Stars, most sizzling hot spots. For an upscale meal paired with
the arena features a sports memorabilia shop (open a few late-night cocktails, several establishments fit the
Mon.-Sat. 10-5 with complimentary parking in Lot M and bill, including Sambuca, 2120 McKinney Ave., a small
Block D, Block K and The House Garages) at Victory Av- chain founded in Dallas in 1991. Playing everything from
enue and All Star Way. alternative country to jazz and blues, live bands keep hips
Explore local art galleries and quaint shops in the com- swaying and toes tapping at the sultry dinner club; phone
pact Bishop Arts District, just southwest of downtown at (214) 744-0820.
Bishop Avenue and Davis Street. Visit the Design District Two other Uptown mainstays—both cozy nighttime
haunts loved by locals—are The Quarter Bar, 3301 Mc-
Kinney Ave., and The Ginger Man, 2718 Boll St. Part of
Bread Winners Cafe & Bakery, the former oozes New Or-
leans French Quarter charm and has a rooftop terrace
overlooking McKinney. The latter features a handsome
beer garden where you can sip cocktails al fresco. Phone
(214) 754-4941 for The Quarter Bar or (214) 754-8771 for
The Ginger Man.
Greenville Avenue is a commercial thoroughfare with
casual eateries, stores and watering holes galore. Pockets
of low-key taverns—many offering rooftop lounges—dot
Lower Greenville, which runs between Ross Avenue and
Mockingbird Lane. Snack and swig at The Libertine Bar,
2101 Greenville Ave., (214) 824-7900; or groove in vintage
Art Deco style at The Granada Theater, 3524 Greenville
Ave., (214) 824-9933. In Upper Greenville, the bars are
more spread out, though there’s a small concentration of
Southern Methodist University hangouts just north of
Mockingbird Lane. Thirsty revelers settle in for cold
pitchers and darts at dives like Milo Butterfingers, 5645
SMU Blvd., and The Green Elephant, 5627 Dyer St., both
of which are near the intersection of Greenville and SMU
Boulevard. Phone (214) 368-9212 for Milo Butterfingers or
(214) 265-1338 for The Green Elephant.
SMU undergrads also party in the trendy Knox-
Henderson area, named for two streets that meet at the
North Central Expressway (from Ross Avenue in Lower
Greenville, Henderson Avenue juts in a northwesterly di-
rection toward Knox Street). Mingle with Ms. Pac-Man
and Skee-Ball aficionados in retro-paradise Barcadia,
1917 N. Henderson Ave., or sip some sweet tea-infused
vodka at The Porch, 2912 N. Henderson Ave. If beer is
more your thing, try The Old Monk, 2847 N. Henderson
Ave. Chock-full of antiques, the seemingly age-old pub
The Dallas World Aquarium / © iStockphoto.com / cdascher has been a local favorite since it opened in 1998. Phone
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(214) 821-7300 for Barcadia, (214) 828-2916 for The During early April’s Deep Ellum Arts Festival, the
Porch or (214) 821-1880 for The Old Monk. sounds of Southern rock, blues, jazz and funk resonate
In the Victory Park area, The Living Room is just off through the streets of one of Dallas’ most eclectic and sto-
the lobby of the W Dallas Victory Hotel & Residences, ried neighborhoods. Nearly 100 musical acts on five
2440 Victory Park Ln. The chic and comfy lounge has an stages and thousands of spectators take part in the 3-day
outdoor patio, DJ music nightly and live jazz on street party, as do more than 200 juried visual artists ex-
Wednesday evenings; phone (214) 397-4100. hibiting and selling their wares.
Near Continental Avenue and Houston Street in Victory In late April the USA Film Festival draws A-list names
Park, a handful of familiar bar/restaurants— Hooters, like Benjamin Bratt, Jackie Chan, Jodie Foster, Quincy
2201 N. Lamar St.; and House of Blues, 2200 N. Lamar Jones and Gary Oldman. In late January the exposition’s
St.— stay open late Friday and Saturday evenings. An- organizers also present the KidFilm Festival, when talking
other fun pit stop when it’s well past your bedtime is animals and smart, sassy tweens take center stage.
Dick’s Last Resort, 2211 N. Lamar St., where bad be-
Vintage and specialty instruments draw dealers and col-
havior is rewarded. Smart-aleck servers take pride in ridi-
lectors to the Dallas International Guitar Festival in
culing customers at the Dallas-based chain. Phone (214)
early May. Held at Fair Park, the event includes rocking
979-9464 for Hooters, (214) 978-2583 for House of Blues
performances by regional and national bands. Closing out
or (214) 747-0001 for Dick’s Last Resort.
Deep Ellum’s seen it all—from flapper do’s and fedoras
to Mohawks and metal piercings. Settled by freed slaves
in the late 1800s, the neighborhood (east of downtown
Dallas and centering on Main, Commerce and Elm
streets) emerged as a hub for jazz and blues in the 1920s,
with such entertainers as Bessie Smith and Robert
Johnson packing ‘em in nightly. Decades later, resourceful
impresarios transformed the then-rundown district, turning
empty warehouses into venues for punk rock bands like
Black Flag and the Dead Kennedys.
Crowded with tattoo parlors, homespun eateries and
nightclubs by the 1990s, Deep Ellum had found its calling
again. But then, the scene, as most do, died. These days,
you’ll largely find shuttered remnants from the entertain-
ment district’s most recent heyday; however, by many ac-
counts, Deep Ellum stands poised for a comeback. In the
meantime, lingering stalwarts like down-home Adair’s
Saloon, 2624 Commerce St.; Angry Dog, 2726 Com-
merce St., a bar and grill said to serve up the meanest,
tastiest frankfurter in Dallas; and Trees, 2709 Elm St.,
known for ‘‘live, loud music’’ since Deep Ellum’s glory
days, remain popular with those who like to walk on the
wild side. Phone (214) 939-9900 for Adair’s Saloon, (214)
741-4406 for the Angry Dog or (214) 741-1122 for Trees.
Big Events
In winter, Dallasites shiver in anticipation of the AT&T
Cotton Bowl Classic, held in early January at the AT&T
Stadium in Arlington.
Spring is ushered in with Dallas Blooms, a festival of
flowers held late February to early April at the Dallas Ar-
boretum and Botanical Garden. During the first
weekend in March, more than 70,000 Emerald Isle-loving
revelers head to Fair Park for the North Texas Irish Fes-
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spring is Dallas Symphony’s free Memorial Day Concert Performing Arts
at Flagpole Hill. September through May the celebrated Dallas Sym-
During the summer entertainers perform at Fair Park’s phony Orchestra performs at Morton H. Meyerson
outdoor Gexa Energy Pavilion and the band shell. Another Symphony Center, near the Dallas Museum of Art. Each
theatrical highlight is Shakespeare in the Park, which spring the symphony heralds the arrival of the season
presents plays on select days from mid-June to late Sep- with free park concerts; phone (214) 670-3600.
tember at Samuell-Grand Amphitheatre. Summer brings the Dallas Summer Musicals to the
The State Fair of Texas attracts more guests than any Music Hall at Fair Park (see attraction listing p. 162) and
other state fair in the nation. At its core are agricultural ex- varied performers to Gexa Energy Pavilion. The Dallas
hibits and a livestock auction; plus, there are outdoor con- Black Dance Theatre troupe can be seen at the Dee and
certs, an expansive auto show and cooking Charles Wyly Theatre in the AT&T Performing Arts
demonstrations by celebrity chefs. The Fair Park extrava- Center, 2403 Flora Ave.; phone (214) 871-2376, or (214)
ganza lasts nearly a month from late September to late 880-0202 for the box office. Dallas Theatre Center pres-
October, so you don’t have to pack everything into a ents stage plays at the Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre and
single, Texas-sized day. the Kalita Humphreys Theater, 3636 Turtle Creek Blvd.;
phone (214) 880-0202 or (214) 219-2718, respectively.
From late September to late November, the Dallas Arbo-
The Dallas Children’s Theater presents family-friendly
retum and Botanical Garden embraces fall colors during
fare at the Rosewood Center for Family Arts, 5938
Autumn at the Arboretum: The Great Pumpkin Festival.
Skillman St. Performances typically take place Friday eve-
Stroll through a sea of jack-o’-lanterns and long-necked
nings at 7:30 and Saturdays and Sundays at 1:30 and
gourds, or role-play in the pumpkin-filled fairy-tale village.
4:30; phone (214) 978-0110.
Sports & Rec
INSIDER INFO:
Athletes can enjoy many sports offered in and near CityPASS
Dallas. The list ranges from golf to horseback riding to Save up to 40 percent on admission to top Dallas attrac-
ice skating. Many city parks have public golf courses, tions with a CityPASS ticket, which includes prepaid ad-
tennis courts and swimming pools. For fishing, boating mission to the Perot Museum of Nature and Science, the
and water-skiing enthusiasts, there are a number of Reunion Tower GeO-Deck plus your choice of two out of
lakes within an hour’s drive. these three attractions: Dallas Zoo, George W. Bush
A variety of professional sports is played in Dallas and Presidential Library and Museum and Dallas Holocaust
nearby cities. Surely the best-known local team is the Na- and Human Rights Museum.
tional Football League’s Dallas Cowboys, who in 2009 The Dallas CityPASS tickets may be purchased here, at
inaugurated the 80,000-seat AT&T Stadium in Arlington cityPASS.com and at the participating attractions. Dallas
(see attraction listing p. 51). The state-of-the-art sports CityPASS tickets are valid for nine consecutive days
complex hosts the annual } Goodyear Cotton Bowl starting with and including the first day of use.
Classic and was the venue for the 2011 Super Bowl XLV. Note: Reservations may be required at some attrac-
The National Basketball Association’s Dallas Maver- tions. Please check for updated attraction information be-
icks, who claimed their first NBA crown in 2011, and the fore you visit.
National Hockey League’s Dallas Stars play at American
Airlines Center. The American League’s Texas Rangers
play baseball at Globe Life Field, whereas Major League
Rugby’s Dallas Jackals as well as high school and col-
lege football teams play in the former home of the Explore Things To Do,
Rangers, Choctaw Stadium, aka the former Globe Life visit AAA.com/tripcanvas
Park in Arlington. Rounding out the local professional-
sports lineup, FC Dallas of Major League Soccer play at
Toyota Stadium. CROW MUSEUM OF ASIAN ART is at 2010 Flora St.
Also popular are amateur basketball and tennis tourna- Sculpture, jade artifacts, paintings, ceramics, bronze
ments. During fair weather, sailing buffs can enjoy the works and silk screens from China, Japan, India and
amateur races on Sunday at White Rock Lake. Profes- Southeast Asia are on display. Most art bears a religious
sional rodeos are held weekends April through Sep- significance, and the museum also houses items from the
tember in suburban Mesquite (see place listing p. 363).
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Qing dynasty. Gallery talks and tours are available. A Paul Gauguin, Claude Monet, Pierre Auguste Renoir and
sculpture garden is on the grounds. Time: Allow 30 min- Vincent van Gogh. Also displayed are antique furniture,
utes minimum. Phone: (214) 979-6430. f Chinese porcelain and Winston Churchill memorabilia.
The wing re-creates rooms of the Reves’ Mediterranean
} DALLAS ARBORETUM AND BOTANICAL

GARDEN is at 8525 Garland Rd. on White Rock
Lake. The arboretum embraces 66 acres of trees, flowers
villa. Guided tours are available by appointment. Time:
Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (214) 922-1200. f
and display gardens with ornamental, perennial and color THE DALLAS WORLD AQUARIUM is 1 blk. n. of Ross
themes. Visitors are encouraged to relax on the spacious Ave. at 1801 N. Griffin St. in the West End district. The
lawn and take in a view of the picturesque gardens. aquarium is home to such marine life as stingrays, wrasses
A Tasteful Place is a 3.5-acre garden dedicated to and rare leafy sea dragons. Monkeys, crocodiles, otters
growing, harvesting and preparing fresh vegetables, and manatees live in the Venezuelan rain forest habitat. A
herbs and fruit, along with daily tastings and demonstra- 40-foot tunnel allows visitors to surround themselves with
tions in the Test Pavilion. The Rory Meyers Children’s Ad- sharks, rays and sawfish in the Mundo Maya exhibit. The
venture Garden is an 8-acre educational garden with 17 Cape of Good Hope exhibit is home to a penguin colony.
indoor-outdoor galleries and 150 interactive exhibits fo-
cusing on the life, earth and environmental sciences. Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (214) 720-2224
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DALLAS HOLOCAUST AND HUMAN RIGHTS MU-

SEUM is at 300 N. Houston St. Dedicated to educating
} DALLAS ZOO is 3 mi. s. on I-35E (Marsalis Ave.
exit) at 650 S. R.L. Thornton Frwy. A 67.5-foot gi-
raffe statue greets visitors at the entrance. The 106-acre
the public about the importance of tolerance and compas- zoo features rare and endangered species and includes a
sion, the museum features permanent and changing gorilla conservation center. Giants of the Savanna offers
exhibits about the Nazi regime’s systematic extermination an urban safari experience, featuring African elephants,
of Jews and other groups during World War II. Audio giraffes, lions, cheetahs and more. The 25-acre Wilds of
guides, available in English and Spanish, provide narra- Africa exhibit re-creates six habitats: bush, desert, forest,
tion during the self-guiding tour. Of interest is the Garden mountain, river and woodland. Visitors can take a mono-
of Remembrance. rail ride through the African exhibit or walk a 1,500-foot
Time: Allow 1 hour, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (214) nature trail.
741-7500.
Sumatran tigers live in the Endangered Tiger Habitat.
} DALLAS MUSEUM OF ART is at 1717 N. Har-

wood St. Displays range from pre-Columbian and
African artifacts to Impressionist and contemporary works.
The naturalistic, open-air environment of the Kimberly-
Clark Chimpanzee Forest encourages the primates to
climb, search for food and interact. African penguins frolic
The permanent collection boasts strong holdings in the in another habitat, Otter Outpost features a family of Asian
arts of the ancient Americas, Africa and South Asia and in small-clawed otters, and Koala Walkabout is home to lori-
European and American painting, sculpture and decora- keets, kookaburras and koalas. The Lacerte Family Chil-
tive arts, such as Asian bronze works, masks from the Pa- dren’s Zoo features exhibits and activities related to
cific, African Congo sculpture, Colonial decorative arts wildlife conservation.
and works by contemporary artists.
Galleries include works by Henri Matisse, Claude Monet
Phone: (469) 554-7500. J
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and John Singer Sargent, sculpture by Henry Moore and FAIR PARK is 2 mi. e. of downtown off I-30. This
Auguste Rodin and paintings by Georgia O’Keeffe and 277-acre national historic landmark was the site of
Jackson Pollock. Traveling displays, smartphone tours a world’s fair and the 1936 Texas Centennial Exposition.
and thematic guided tours are offered. Modern sculpture The park is home to museums, performance facilities, the
and fountains adorn the grounds. Texas Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the Cotton Bowl Sta-
Time: Allow 2 hours minimum. Phone: (214) 922-1200. dium and a collection of 1930s Art Deco exposition-style
fJ architecture.
The Wendy and Emery Reves Collection is on the third Note: When visiting the park at night, it is advisable to
floor of the Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N. Harwood St. park in an attended lot and travel with a companion.
The collection includes Impressionist and post- Phone: (214) 670-8400, or (214) 421-9600 for event
Impressionist works by such masters as Paul Cézanne, information. J
162 DALLAS, TX
Dallas Firefighters Museum is at 3801 Parry Ave.
across from Fair Park. This museum commemorates the
history and service of the Dallas Fire Department from
1872 to the present. Horse-drawn and motorized fire en-
gines, fire-fighting equipment and memorabilia are dis-
played in the Old No. 5 Hook & Ladder Station, erected in
1907. Phone: (214) 821-1500.
Hall of State is at 3939 Grand Ave. in Fair Park. The 1936
state building features the Museum of Texas History,
statuary and two of the world’s largest oil murals. A gold
medallion symbolizing the six nations to which Texas has
paid allegiance dominates the Great Hall. The Sharp Gal-
lery features topical exhibits. Phone: (214) 421-4500.
Music Hall at Fair Park is at 909 First Ave. in Fair Park.
The hall presents the Dallas Summer Musicals and a va-
riety of special performances. Phone: (214) 565-1116.
Texas Discovery Gardens at Fair Park is at 3601 Martin
Luther King Jr. Blvd. in Fair Park. The 7-acre site features
a two-story tropical butterfly habitat and 10 themed areas
ranging from formal gardens to wildscapes. Time: Allow 1
hour minimum. Phone: (214) 428-7476.
JOHN FITZGERALD KENNEDY MEMORIAL is on
Market St., between Main and Commerce sts. This monu-
ment to the 35th president, who was assassinated nearby
in 1963, was designed by renowned American architect
Philip Johnson as a cenotaph, or open tomb. Its stark de-
sign allows visitors to reflect and find their own spiritual
meanings. Phone: (214) 747-6660.
MEDIEVAL TIMES DINNER AND TOURNAMENT is off
I-35 exit Market Center Blvd. (430B), then 1.5 mi. n.w. to
2021 N. Stemmons Frwy. Visitors are guests in a replica of
Children’s Aquarium at Fair Park / © iStockphoto.com / damircudic an 11th-century castle, where, as in medieval days, a four-
course dinner is served with no silverware. During dinner,
knights on horseback compete in jousting matches and
African American Museum is at 3536 Grand Ave. in Fair events of skill and accuracy. Time: Allow 3 hours minimum.
Park. Art, culture and history are preserved at this mu- Phone: (214) 761-1800 or (888) 935-6878. J
seum, which boasts high wooden ceilings. Historical col-
lections such as the Texas Black Women’s History MUSEUM OF BIBLICAL ART, 7500 Park Ln., displays
Archives Collection and the Freedman’s Cemetery Artifact biblically themed art from around the world, including
Collection are included. Other artifacts, African American paintings, sculptures and archeological pieces. Featured
fine art, folk art and archives also are displayed. Time: artists include John Singer Sargent, Andy Warhol, Marc
Allow 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (214) 565-9026. f Chagall, Emil Nolde and Francesco Guardi. A 12-foot-tall,
40-foot-wide mural entitled ‘‘The Resurrection,’’ a re-
Children’s Aquarium at Fair Park is at 1462 First Ave. in search library and an outdoor sculpture garden are
Fair Park. Bonnethead sharks, upside-down jellyfish and among the museum’s highlights.
a 190-pound alligator snapping turtle are among the un- Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (214) 368-4622.
usual creatures that call this kid-geared aquarium home.
Visitors can feed stingrays, pet critters in a touch tank and
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watch feeding demonstrations. OLD CITY PARK is downtown at 1515 S. Harwood St. The
village is a collection of 38 relocated and restored 1840-
Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (469) 554-7340. 1910 structures. On the 20-acre site are a working farm,
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several historic businesses, an antebellum mansion and a Kennedy. The museum chronicles the assassination and
1901 Conservative Jewish home. Phone: (214) 421-5141. legacy of Kennedy, interprets the Dealey Plaza National
f Historic Landmark District and the John F. Kennedy Me-
morial Plaza, and presents contemporary culture within
PEROT MUSEUM OF NATURE AND SCIENCE is at the context of presidential history. An audio tour, available
2201 N. Field St. Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning archi- in seven languages, ASL and a youth version in English,
tect Thom Mayne and his firm Morphosis, the 170-foot-tall, directs visitors through the sixth floor of the former Texas
180,000-square-foot building—a curiously textured precast School Book Depository building.
concrete cube poised atop a base that’s landscaped with The ‘‘sniper’s perch,’’ where police found three spent
native plants and rock shards—is an attraction in its own cartridge shells shortly after the November 22, 1963
right. Protruding from the cube’s exterior south wall is a shooting, has been reconstructed and enclosed in glass.
glassed-in structure housing a 54-foot-long escalator; a Near the end of the self-guiding tour, visitors also view the
‘‘crack’’ in the cube’s lower southeast corner reveals esca- glass-protected corner staircase, where a Mannlicher-
lators and stairs behind a glass-and-steel atrium. Carcano rifle was found.
Chock-full of simulators, computer and video animations, In addition, the museum showcases videos, artifacts and
interactive games and the like, the state-of-the-art museum models that educate visitors about such topics as the so-
encourages a hands-on approach to learning. Eleven per- cial culture of the ‘60s and Kennedy’s impact on America.
manent exhibit halls explore such subjects as astronomy, Official forensic and ballistics tests, as well as other evi-
human anatomy, energy, gems and minerals, ornithology, dence used by the Warren Commission and other groups
sports and engineering. The Moody Family Children’s Mu- that investigated the assassination, are presented.
seum, featuring entertaining and educational activities for
Special exhibits are frequently presented in a seventh-
the 5-and-under crowd, occupies one of the halls.
floor gallery. Time: Allow 1 hour, 30 minutes minimum.
Learning labs, a gallery devoted to changing exhibits Phone: (214) 747-6660. J
and a 297-seat theater with cutting-edge projection and
sound technology enhance the experience. Note: Tickets TRINITY RIVER AUDUBON CENTER, 6500 Great Trinity
are timed at 30-minute intervals starting at 10 (11 on Forest Way, comprises 120 acres of hardwood forest and
Sunday) and are available on a first-come, first-served is home to 5 miles of nature trails, a children’s garden and
basis. Visitors are strongly advised to buy tickets in ad- a variety of flora and fauna. The center’s LEED-certified
vance online to avoid sellouts and long lines. building was constructed with locally sourced materials
Phone: (214) 428-5555. and features energy-efficient heating, cooling, ventilation
and electrical systems; a vegetated roof; and a rainwater
} SIX FLAGS OVER TEXAS—see Arlington p. 52. collection system. Educational and recreational opportuni-
ties include guided hikes, birding classes, outdoor educa-
} THE SIXTH FLOOR MUSEUM AT DEALEY

PLAZA is at 411 Elm St. within the former Texas
School Book Depository building, where evidence was
tion, day camps, camping, kayak river adventures and owl
prowls.
found that linked to the assassination of President John F. fJGq
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A AC HOTEL BY MARRIOTT DALLAS DOWNTOWN BOOK NOW 214/290-0111

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A THE ADOLPHUS, AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION BOOK NOW 214/742-8200
Classic Historic Hotel. Address: 1321 Commerce St 75202. Facility:
Built in 1912, this city landmark was built by beer baron Adolphus
Busch. Rooms feature all of today’s comforts and conveniences while preserving its past.
Don’t miss the 5pm daily historical tour. 407 units, some two bedrooms. 23 stories, interior
corridors. Bath: shower only. Parking: valet only. Amenities: safes. Dining: 4
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A ALOFT DOWNTOWN DALLAS BOOK NOW 214/761-0000

Hotel. Address: 1033 Young St 75202. Location: Across from
convention center. Facility: 193 units. 9 stories, interior corridors. Bath:
shower only. Parking: on-site (fee). Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities:
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A CANOPY BY HILTON DALLAS UPTOWN BOOK NOW 214/522-2929

Hotel. Address: 2950 Cityplace West Blvd 75204. Facility: Modern
luxury describes the rooms’ custom beds, tile flooring, numerous outlets for your gadgets
and bright bathrooms. The hotel is steps from upscale shopping, dining, and public
transportation. 150 units. 8 stories, interior corridors. Parking: valet only. Terms: check-in
4 pm. Amenities: safes. Dining: 2 restaurants. Activities: bicycles, exercise room.
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A CANVAS HOTEL DALLAS BOOK NOW 214/421-1080

Boutique Hotel. Address: 1325 Botham Jean Blvd 75215. Facility: Rooms at this
industrial-chic hotel have cement floors, lush beds, and local artwork. The rooftop pool,
yoga classes and gym passes let you stay on your game. Free self parking
Sunday-Thursday only. 76 units. 6 stories, interior corridors. Bath: shower only.
Amenities: video games, safes. Dining: 2 restaurants. Pool: heated outdoor. Guest
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A DALLAS MARRIOTT DOWNTOWN BOOK NOW 214/979-9000
Hotel. Address: 650 N Pearl St 75201. Facility: 416 units. 16 stories,
interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Amenities: safes.
Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry, boarding pass
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A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT DALLAS DOWNTOWN BOOK NOW 214/573-6555
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A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT MEDICAL/MARKET
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A THE FAIRMONT DALLAS BOOK NOW 214/720-2020
Hotel. Address: 1717 N Akard St 75201. Facility: Although rooms are of variable size,
they’re all luxuriously appointed and have tea kettles, large closets and floor-to-ceiling
windows. If you plan on working out a lot, ask for a south tower room. 545 units. 19-25
stories, interior corridors. Parking: valet only. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor.
Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry, area transportation.
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A HILTON ANATOLE DALLAS BOOK NOW 214/748-1200
Hotel. Address: 2201 N Stemmons Frwy 75207. Facility: The
expansiveness of this hotel means it’s a favorite for conventioneers, but the
addition of a water park with lazy river means families love it too. Some
rooms feature double sinks in the bathrooms. 1606 units. 12-26 stories, interior corridors.
Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Dining: 5
----- restaurants. Pool: outdoor, heated indoor. Activities: sauna, hot tub, steamroom, health
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Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 3301 Gaston Ave 75246. Facility: 132
units. 5 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee). Pool: outdoor.
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----- Hotel. Address: 400 Crescent Ct 75201.
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----- Historic Hotel. Address: 1933 Main St 75201.
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A HOTEL ZAZA BOOK NOW 214/468-8399

----- Boutique Hotel. Address: 2332 Leonard St 75201.
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Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 2914 Harry Hines Blvd 75201. Facility: 141 efficiencies.
4 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee). Pool: outdoor. Activities: hot tub,
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A HYATT REGENCY DALLAS BOOK NOW 214/651-1234

Hotel. Address: 300 Reunion Blvd 75207. Facility: Rooms here are
modern and spacious. Next to Reunion Tower, an iconic Dallas landmark and attraction,
the hotel is just minutes away from sports and concert venues and the West End Historic
District. 1120 units. 15-28 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet.
Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Dining: 3 restaurants. Pool: outdoor.
----- Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry, rental car service.
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Hotel. Address: 1530 Main St 75201. Facility: This hotel features a lobby so striking it
will stop you in your tracks. The rooms provide a contemporary aesthetic with lacquer
finishes. A select few vary in size and amenities, so call ahead. 160 units, some two
bedrooms. 11-20 stories, interior corridors. Parking: valet only. Amenities: safes. Dining:
2 restaurants. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room, spa. Guest Services: valet
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A MAGNOLIA HOTEL DALLAS DOWNTOWN BOOK NOW 214/915-6500
----- Historic Hotel. Address: 1401 Commerce St 75201.
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A ROSEWOOD MANSION ON TURTLE CREEK BOOK NOW 214/559-2100
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Hotel. Address: 400 N Olive St 75201. Facility: 1841 units. 29-38
stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Amenities:
safes. Dining: 3 restaurants. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: exercise
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A WARWICK MELROSE DALLAS BOOK NOW 214/521-5151
Historic Hotel. Address: 3015 Oak Lawn Ave 75219. Location: Located in a quiet area.
Facility: Built in 1924, this hotel offers varied-size rooms, but all are elegantly appointed.
Located in the heart of the Oak Lawn neighborhood, the surroundings are lively and
energetic. 184 units. 8 stories, interior corridors. Bath: shower only. Parking: valet only.
Amenities: safes. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry, area
transportation.
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Hotel. Address: 2440 Victory Park Ln 75219. Facility: This uber-trendy hotel
has rooms with clean lines and amenities that many will enjoy. The infinity
pool on the roof is a big draw, and a major sports/concert venue is just a few
steps away. 252 units. 33 stories, interior corridors. Parking: valet and street only.
Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: exercise room, spa.
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A FEARING’S 214/922-4848
----- Southwestern Fine Dining. Address: 2121 McKinney Ave 75201.
A HOTEL ST. GERMAIN 214/871-2516

----- French Fine Dining. Address: 2516 Maple Ave 75201.

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A THE MANSION RESTAURANT AT ROSEWOOD MANSION ON TURTLE CREEK

214/443-4747
----- American Fine Dining. Address: 3411 Gillespie St 75219.
A NOBU 214/252-7000
----- Japanese Sushi Fine Dining. Address: 400 Crescent Ct 75201.
THE FRENCH ROOM 214/651-3615

, Not evaluated. Address: 1321 Commerce St 75202.
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Hotel. Address: 11069 Composite Dr 75229. Facility: 113 units. 4
stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet
and coin laundry.
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A CANDLEWOOD SUITES DALLAS MARKET CENTER BOOK NOW 214/631-3333

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 7930 N Stemmons Frwy 75247. Facility: 150 efficiencies,
some two bedrooms. 3 stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: picnic
facilities, exercise room. Guest Services: complimentary and valet laundry.
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Hotel. Address: 7050 N Stemmons Frwy 75247. Facility: 354 units. 21 stories, interior
corridors. Pool: heated indoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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A DOUBLETREE BY HILTON DALLAS-LOVE FIELD BOOK NOW 214/357-8500
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A EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON-DALLAS/LOVE FIELD BOOK NOW 214/357-4500

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A EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON DALLAS NEAR THE GALLERIA BOOK NOW 972/364-3640
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A EMBASSY SUITES DALLAS PARK CENTRAL BOOK NOW 972/234-3300
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Hotel. Address: 1717 Leonard St 75201. Location: In Arts District.
Facility: The hotel offers a singular experience inside and out. Rooms have curated
artwork, Frette linens and spacious bathrooms with large showers. Enjoy the artwork
situated throughout and the rooftop bar. 183 units. 11 stories, interior corridors. Parking:
valet only. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: exercise room, massage.
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A HILTON DALLAS LINCOLN CENTRE BOOK NOW 972/934-8400

Hotel. Address: 5410 LBJ Frwy 75240. Location: Across from Galleria
Mall. Facility: 500 units. 18 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee)
and valet. Amenities: safes. Dining: 2 restaurants. Pool: outdoor.
Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry, area transportation.
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A HILTON DALLAS/PARK CITIES BOOK NOW 214/368-0400

Hotel. Address: 5954 Luther Ln 75225. Facility: 230 units. 11 stories,
interior corridors. Parking: valet only. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated
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Hotel. Address: 8180 Midtown Blvd 75231. Facility: 130 units. 5
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 2747 N Stemmons Frwy 75207.
A HYATT HOUSE DALLAS/LINCOLN PARK BOOK NOW 214/696-1555
Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 8221 N Central Expwy 75225. Facility: 155 efficiencies. 4
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Hotel. Address: 5229 Spring Valley Rd 75254. Facility: 123 units. 6 stories, interior
corridors. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet
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Hotel. Address: 12411 N Central Expwy 75243. Facility: 126 units. 6 stories, interior
corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry, area
transportation.
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176 DALLAS, TX
A IBAN HOTEL, TRADEMARK COLLECTION BY WYNDHAM BOOK NOW 214/281-4900

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A KIMPTON THE PITTMAN HOTEL BOOK NOW 469/498-2500

Hotel. Address: 2551 Elm St 75226. Facility: Located in the Deep Ellum entertainment
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interior corridors. Parking: valet only. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities:
bicycles, exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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A LE MERIDIEN DALLAS BY THE GALLERIA BOOK NOW 972/503-8700

Hotel. Address: 13402 Noel Rd 75240. Facility: 258 units. 11 stories, interior corridors.
Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated indoor. Activities:
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A THE LUMEN BOOK NOW 214/219-2400

----- Hotel. Address: 6101 Hillcrest Ave 75205.
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A MARRIOTT DALLAS UPTOWN BOOK NOW 214/239-0333

Hotel. Address: 3033 Fairmount St 75201. Facility: The stylish lobby
beckons with its attractive bar and cozy seating areas. Rooms have large
smart TVs and bathrooms with roomy showers. The infinity edge rooftop
pool is a big draw and has great views. 255 units. 14 stories, interior corridors. Parking:
valet only. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest
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A RENAISSANCE DALLAS HOTEL BOOK NOW 214/631-2222

Hotel. Address: 2222 N Stemmons Frwy 75207. Facility: 514 units. 31
stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Terms:
check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: hot
tub, exercise room. Guest Services: complimentary and valet laundry.
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A SONESTA ES SUITES DALLAS CENTRAL EXPRESSWAY BOOK NOW 214/750-8220
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178 DALLAS, TX
A SONESTA ES SUITES DALLAS MEDICAL MARKET CENTER BOOK NOW 214/631-2472

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 6950 N Stemmons Frwy 75247. Facility: 142 efficiencies,
some two bedrooms. 3 stories, interior/exterior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee). Pool:
outdoor. Activities: picnic facilities, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin
laundry. (See ad on inside front cover.)
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A SONESTA SELECT DALLAS CENTRAL EXPRESSWAY BOOK NOW 214/739-2500

Hotel. Address: 10325 N Central Expwy 75231. Facility: 160 units, some two bedrooms.
6 stories, interior corridors. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise
room. Guest Services: valet and coin laundry, boarding pass kiosk.
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A SONESTA SIMPLY SUITES DALLAS RICHARDSON BOOK NOW 972/669-9606

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 12525 Greenville Ave 75243. Facility: 122 efficiencies. 3
stories, interior corridors. Activities: picnic facilities, exercise room. Guest Services:
complimentary laundry.
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~ Hotel. Address: 18180 Highland Springs Way 75252.
DALLAS, TX 179
A THE STATLER DALLAS, CURIO COLLECTION BY HILTON BOOK NOW 214/459-3930

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A TRU BY HILTON DALLAS MARKET CENTER BOOK NOW 214/741-3000
Hotel. Address: 1949 N Stemmons Frwy 75207. Facility: 152 units. 9
stories, interior corridors. Bath: shower only. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet.
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A VIRGIN HOTEL DALLAS BOOK NOW 469/359-7700

----- Hotel. Address: 1445 Turtle Creek Blvd 75207.
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A THE WESTIN DALLAS DOWNTOWN BOOK NOW 972/584-6650

Hotel. Address: 1201 Main St 75202. Facility: Sitting in the heart of the
city, the public areas wow with their views. The hotel’s location provides access to just
about any attraction on foot. Rooms are understated and boast plenty of storage. 326
units, some two bedrooms. 32 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet.
Amenities: safes. Pool: heated indoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet
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A THE WESTIN DALLAS PARK CENTRAL BOOK NOW 972/385-3000
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~ Hotel. Address: 12720 Merit Dr 75251.

180 DALLAS — DALLAS SOUTH, TX
A THE WESTIN GALLERIA DALLAS BOOK NOW 972/934-9494

Hotel. Address: 13340 Dallas Pkwy 75240. Location: Located at the
Galleria Mall. Facility: As the only hotel located at the Galleria, this lodging has
world-class shopping and numerous restaurants right at its door. Rooms are minimalistic
with window seats and large showers. 448 units. 21 stories, interior corridors. Parking:
on-site and valet. Amenities: safes. Dining: 2 restaurants. Pool: heated outdoor.
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A CARTE BLANCHE 214/434-1538

French Fine Dining. Expert Advice: Opened by a husband and wife team, imaginative
----- cuisine is served in the style of prix fixe menus that give diners opportunity to sample
items such as leek tartlet, venison tartare, wild boar belly. Rest assured that while the
cuisine may be refined, the staff is welcoming and gracious. Operating as a bakery by
day, the dining room has a rustic appeal with wood beams, live edge tables and a focal
moss wall. Parking can be challenging on Greenville but a large free lot sits behind the
restaurant. Features: beer & wine. Reservations: required. Address: 2114 Greenville
Ave 75206.
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DAVY CROCKETT NF — DECATUR, TX 181
DAVY CROCKETT NATIONAL FOREST 20-mile-long Four C National Hiking Trail. The trail passes
through a variety of terrains—sloughs, upland forests and
Elevations in the forest range from 100 ft. at Cochino pine woods—as it follows an old tramway from Ratcliff
Bayou to 460 ft. at Neches Bluff. Refer to AAA maps Lake Recreation Area to the Neches Overlook.
for additional elevation information. Near the forest is the Mission Tejas State Historic Park
(see Recreation Areas Chart), which contains a replica of
Davy Crockett National Forest borders the Neches River the first Spanish mission in East Texas and the Rice
in East Texas. Since logging ended in the 1920s, this pine Stagecoach Inn.
and hardwood forest has made a dramatic comeback. One For more information phone (936) 655-2299. See Rec-
of the best ways to see the 161,500-acre area is via the reation Areas Chart.
DAYTON
• Hotels p. 181
A BEST WESTERN DAYTON INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 936/258-7600

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Hotel. Address: 1751 W Hwy 90 77535. Facility: 56 units. 2 stories, interior/exterior
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• Hotels p. 181
A BEST WESTERN DECATUR INN BOOK NOW 940/627-5982

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Motel. Address: 1801 S Hwy 287 76234. Facility: 45 units. 1 story, exterior corridors.
Pool: outdoor. Guest Services: coin laundry.
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182 DECATUR — DEL RIO, TX
A FAIRFIELD BY MARRIOTT AT DECATUR CONFERENCE

Hotel. Address: 1910 W US 380 76234. Facility: 106 units. 4 stories,
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DEER PARK
• Hotels p. 182
A HAMPTON INN BY HILTON DEER PARK BOOK NOW 281/930-9091

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~ Hotel. Address: 1450 Center St 77536.
A SURESTAY HOTEL BY BEST WESTERN DEER PARK BOOK NOW 281/476-1900
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~ Hotel. Address: 1401 Center St 77536.
DEL RIO Amistad National Recreation Area, northwest of town,
• Hotels p. 183 offers a variety of activities (see place listing p. 49 and
Recreation Areas Chart).
San Felipe Springs, flowing at a rate of 90 million gal- Del Rio Chamber of Commerce: 1915 Veterans Blvd.,
lons daily, provides water for domestic use and for irriga- Del Rio, TX 78840. Phone: (830) 775-3551.
tion in the Del Rio area. The city is a major inland shipping
point for wool and mohair and also is an international Self-guiding tours: The chamber of commerce offers a
entry point. Directly across the Rio Grande is Ciudad brochure that outlines a walking tour past historic down-
Acuña, Mexico. town structures.
DEL RIO, TX 183
WHITEHEAD MEMORIAL MUSEUM is at 1308 S. Main houses early farming and transportation equipment. The
St. This 2.5-acre frontier village includes 14 buildings and Jersey Lily, a replica of Judge Roy Bean’s saloon and
21 exhibit sites. Buildings include the 1871 Perry Mercan- court, contains his memorabilia. The graves of the judge
tile, a chapel, a log cabin and a blacksmith shop. A barn and his son are on the grounds. Phone: (830) 774-7568.
A BEST WESTERN INN OF DEL RIO BOOK NOW 830/775-7511

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Motel. Address: 810 Veterans Blvd 78840. Facility: 61 units. 2 stories (no elevator),
laundry.
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~ Hotel. Address: 2219 N Bedell Ave 78840.
A RAMADA BOOK NOW 830/775-1511
----- Hotel. Address: 2101 Veterans Blvd 78840.
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184 DENISON — DENTON, TX
DENISON The city is the birthplace of President Dwight D. Eisen-
• Hotels p. 184 hower and also serves as a base for recreational opportu-
nities. Denison is within a five-minute drive of Eisenhower
State Recreation Area (see Recreation Areas Chart) and
Before the Civil War, Denison was the home of buffalo Lake Texoma Recreation Area, 351 Corps Rd.
hunters, traders and ranchers but not of lawmen. Following
the war, former Confederate soldiers forced an end to the Denison Area Chamber of Commerce: 313 W. Woodard
rowdiness that had earned the settlement a reputation as a St., Denison, TX 75020. Phone: (903) 465-1551.
tough town. The establishment of a railroad division point Shopping: There are numerous galleries and antiques
and permanent industry also helped tame the town. shops along Main Street.
A BEST WESTERN PLUS TEXOMA HOTEL & SUITES BOOK NOW 903/327-8883
Hotel. Address: 810 N US Hwy 75 75020. Facility: 77 units, some two
bedrooms. 3 stories, interior corridors. Pool: indoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room.
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~ Hotel. Address: 3415 Ansley Blvd 75020.
A HILTON GARDEN INN DENISON/SHERMAN/AT TEXOMA EVENT
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~ Hotel. Address: 5015 S US 75 75020.
DENTON and horse ranching. It has since developed with both in-
• Hotels p. 185 dustrial and commercial growth. The Bayless-Selby
• Part of Dallas area— see map p. 152 House Museum, 317 W. Mulberry St., is a restored East-
lake Victorian house located near the county courthouse;
Named for John B. Denton, a lawyer and preacher, phone (940) 349-2850.
Denton was originally known as Mustang Branch and later Denton Chamber of Commerce: 414 Parkway, Denton,
renamed to Farmers Branch due its richness in farming TX 76201. Phone: (940) 382-9693.

DENTON, TX 185
A BEST WESTERN PREMIER CROWN CHASE INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 940/387-1000
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Hotel. Address: 2450 Brinker Rd 76208. Facility: 74 units. 4 stories, interior corridors.
Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services:
valet and coin laundry.
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A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT DENTON BOOK NOW 940/382-4600

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~ Hotel. Address: 2800 Colorado Blvd 76210.
A EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON DENTON CONVENTION CENTER BOOK NOW 940/243-3799

Hotel. Address: 3100 Town Center Tr 76207. Facility: This LEED-certified
hotel delights its guests with comprehensive public spaces, a pool area
with splashpad, technologically clever rooms, and spacious bathrooms with
Bluetooth speakers. 318 units. 11 stories, interior corridors. Amenities: safes. Pool:
heated outdoor, heated indoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin
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~ Hotel. Address: 1513 Centre Place Dr 76205.
A HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON-DENTON BOOK NOW 940/382-0420
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 2907 Shoreline Dr 76210.
186 DENTON — DESOTO, TX
A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT DENTON BOOK NOW 940/272-3800

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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 3761 S I-35E 76210.
A SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT DENTON BOOK NOW 940/383-4100
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~ Hotel. Address: 1434 Centre Place Dr 76205.
DENVER CITY
• Hotels p. 186
A BEST WESTERN PLUS DENVER CITY HOTEL & SUITES BOOK NOW 806/305-0330
Hotel. Address: 830 E Broadway St 79323. Facility: 50 units, some
efficiencies. 3 stories, interior corridors. Pool: heated indoor. Activities: hot tub, picnic
facilities, exercise room. Guest Services: coin laundry.
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DESOTO
• Hotels p. 186
A GLŌ BEST WESTERN DESOTO/DALLAS BOOK NOW 469/747-3700

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Contemporary Hotel. Address: 1215 N I-35E 75115. Facility: 75 units. 4
stories, interior corridors. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: coin laundry.
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DESOTO — DILLEY, TX 187
A HAMPTON INN & SUITES DALLAS/DESOTO BOOK NOW 972/228-0200

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~ Hotel. Address: 1311 E Centre Park Blvd 75115.
----- Hotel. Address: 1310 E Wintergreen Rd 75115.
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A SCOTTISH INNS BOOK NOW 972/224-8575

----- Hotel. Address: 1135 N I-35E 75115.
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A TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT DALLAS DESOTO BOOK NOW 972/780-9300

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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 2700 Travis St 75115.
DILLEY
• Hotels p. 187
A BEST WESTERN PLUS DILLEY INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 830/326-3220
Hotel. Address: 16491 S I-35 78017. Facility: 55 units, some kitchens.
3 stories, exterior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services:
coin laundry.
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DUMAS
• Hotels p. 188
A DAYS INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM BOOK NOW 806/935-2222

Hotel. Address: 1610 S Dumas Ave 79029. Facility: 50 units. 2 stories, interior corridors.
Parking: winter plug-ins. Pool: heated indoor. Activities: sauna, hot tub, exercise room.
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Hotel. Address: 2010 S Dumas Ave 79029. Facility: 78 units. 3 stories,
interior corridors. Pool: heated indoor. Activities: sauna, hot tub, exercise
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A QUALITY INN OF DUMAS BOOK NOW 806/935-6988

Hotel. Address: 1620 S Dumas Ave 79029. Facility: 51 units. 2 stories (no elevator),
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DUNCANVILLE — EAGLE PASS, TX 189
DUNCANVILLE
• Hotels p. 189
A HAMPTON INN & SUITES DUNCANVILLE DALLAS BOOK NOW 469/868-6481

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~ Hotel. Address: 202 E Interstate 20 75116.
EAGLE PASS crossed the Rio Grande into Mexico at Eagle Pass, and
• Hotels p. 189 the last flag to fly over Confederate troops was buried in
the river by General Joseph Orville Shelby. The site came
The first known settlement at this river crossing on the to be known as the ‘‘Grave of the Confederacy.’’
Mexican border was Camp Eagle Pass, a temporary ob- A major port of entry into Mexico, Eagle Pass serves as
servation post during the Mexican War. Fort Duncan was a tourism center and a retail/shipping hub for the 40,000-
established by the First United States Infantry in 1849. acre irrigated winter-garden region.
The village that grew up around the fort earned the nick-
name ‘‘Camp California’’ when Forty-niners used it as a Eagle Pass Chamber of Commerce: 400 Garrison St.,
staging area on their way through Mazatlán to the gold P.O. Box 1188, Eagle Pass, TX 78853. Phone: (830)
fields. After the Civil War, an exiled Confederate force 773-3224 or (888) 355-3224.
A HAMPTON INN EAGLE PASS BOOK NOW 830/757-5565

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----- Hotel. Address: 2007 Veterans Blvd 78852.
A KICKAPOO LUCKY EAGLE CASINO HOTEL BOOK NOW 830/773-2255

----- Hotel. Address: 768 Lucky Eagle Dr 78852.
A TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT EAGLE PASS BOOK NOW 830/757-0077

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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 2033 N Veterans Blvd 78852.

190 EDINBURG, TX
EDINBURG MUSEUM OF SOUTH TEXAS HISTORY is at 200 N.
• Hotels p. 190 Closner Blvd. The museum has two facilities: a state-of-
the-art museum and, across the courtyard, the 1910 Jail
Originally named Chapin for the townsite promoter, Ed- Annex. The museum’s premier permanent exhibition, Rio
inburg was renamed in 1911. The city’s soil is hospitable Grande Legacy—featuring unique artifacts, cutting-edge
to vegetables and citrus. Among area industries are food multimedia exhibits and bilingual text—takes visitors on a
processing, furniture and dairying. journey through the history of the region. The 1910 Jail
Edinburg Chamber of Commerce: 602 W. University features changing exhibits; a park adjoins the grounds.
Dr., Edinburg, TX 78539. Phone: (956) 383-4974 or (800)
800-7214. Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (956) 383-6911.
A BEST WESTERN PLUS EDINBURG INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 956/318-0442
Hotel. Address: 2708 S Bus Hwy 281 78539. Facility: 56 units. 2
stories (no elevator), exterior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest
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~ Contemporary Hotel. Address: 411 W Trenton St 78539.
A TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT - MCALLEN/EDINBURG BOOK NOW 956/318-1000
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~ Extended Stay Contemporary Hotel. Address: 502 W Trenton Rd 78539.
A TRU BY HILTON EDINBURG BOOK NOW 956/386-9088
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~ Contemporary Hotel. Address: 407 W Trenton Rd 78539.
EL CAMPO — EL PASO, TX 191
EL CAMPO and a horse and buggy. A map is available from the
• Hotels p. 191 chamber of commerce.
Painted on the sides of businesses, 24 giant murals de- El Campo Chamber of Commerce: 01 N. Mechanic St.,
tail the history of El Campo. Among scenes are a black- P.O. Box 1400, El Campo, TX 77437. Phone: (979)
smith, a pasture of longhorns, a rice and cotton harvest 543-2713.
A BEST WESTERN EXECUTIVE INN EL CAMPO BOOK NOW 979/543-7033

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Hotel. Address: 25880 US 59 Rd 77437. Facility: 43 units. 2 stories (no elevator),
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• Hotels p. 191
• Part of San Antonio area— see map p. 413
A BEST WESTERN PLUS ELMENDORF HOTEL BOOK NOW 210/621-9436

Hotel. Address: 20015 Eagle Ford Way 78112. Location: Located
minutes from Braunig Lake. Facility: 63 units. 3 stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor.
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EL PASO a shortened version of El Paso del Rio del Norte (the pass
• Hotels p. 193 • Restaurants p. 200 through the river of the north), given to the river valley by
conquistador Juan de Oñate. Through this juncture, Spanish
El Paso, on the Mexican border, is a popular winter tourist explorers found their way into what is now America. ‘‘The
destination because of its international feel, warm dry cli- Equestrian,’’ a 36-foot-tall statue of Juan de Oñate, stands at
mate and proximity to the Rio Grande. The name El Paso is the entrance to El Paso International Airport.

192 EL PASO, TX
Agriculture adds to the city’s financial well-being. The Destination El Paso: 400 W. San Antonio Ave., El Paso,
region is one of the few in the nation where long-staple TX 79901. Phone: (915) 534-0600, or (800) 351-6024
Egyptian cotton is grown. Other contributors to the outside of Texas.
economy are manufacturers and the military.
Self-guiding tours: A walking tour of downtown El Paso
Founded in 1682 with the establishment of the Mission features 22 historic sites; a brochure is available from the
Nuestra Señora del Carmen, the eastern suburb of Ysleta, is convention and visitors bureau. The El Paso Public Li-
the oldest settlement in Texas. Some of Ysleta’s residents brary offers brochures and maps detailing walking tours of
are among the last members of the Pueblo tribe in Texas. some of the buildings designed by Henry C. Trost, the
Ysleta Mission, built by Tigua Indians, Spanish refugees and prominent Southwestern architect who was greatly re-
Franciscan padres almost a century before the first Cali- sponsible for El Paso’s present appearance.
fornia mission, adjoins the Tigua Indian Reservation.
Shopping: Cielo Vista Mall, I-10 and Hawkins Boulevard,
Nearby is the Camino Real, the ‘‘Royal Highway.’’ Once offers Dillard’s, JCPenney, Macy’s and Sears. Sunland
used by Spanish settlers and conquistadores, it is now a Park Mall, I-10 and Sunland Park Drive, includes Dillard’s
quiet farm road connecting Ysleta with two other Rio and Sears. Bargain shoppers are drawn to The Outlet
Grande Valley missions, La Purisima Socorro and San Shoppes at El Paso, at I-10 and Transmountain Road.
Elizario. These missions, which blend Spanish and Native
American styles of architecture, still operate. EL PASO HOLOCAUST MUSEUM, 715 N. Oregon St.,
honors the memory of the more than 11 million people
The Socorro Mission, 3 miles east of Ysleta, was built in killed by the Nazis from 1933-45. Multimedia exhibits, sur-
1681 by Piro Indians, members of the Pueblo Nation, who vivor testimonies and artifacts tell the story of the Holo-
incorporated ancient Piro symbols in the construction. The caust. Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (915)
mission was originally in Mexico, but the river shifted 351-0048. f
course, leaving the site on the Texas side. It contains a
hand-carved statue of San Miguel and an ox-cart. It is EL PASO MUSEUM OF ARCHAEOLOGY is 8.5 mi. n. on
said that when the ox-cart was used to bring the statue to US 54, then .5 mi. w. to 4301 Transmountain Rd. (Loop
the site, it mysteriously lodged itself into the mire in front 375). The museum presents dioramas, exhibits and arti-
of the church. All efforts to move the cart failed, con- facts depicting Native Americans of the Southwest and
vincing the parishioners that destiny dictated that the northern Mexico. Permanent exhibits include basketry,
statue remain at Socorro. ceramics, wood carvings, beaded leatherwork, textiles
San Elizario Presidio was established in 1789 to protect and stone tools. A 1-mile nature trail includes native plants
the river settlements of Ysleta and Socorro. The military and replicas of a Pueblo ruin, an Apache wickiup, tepee
garrison, which included barracks, corrals, storerooms poles and a rock ring. The surrounding park offers more
and an adobe chapel, was abandoned during the Mexican than 15 acres of nature trails amid scenic views of the
War. The restored chapel stands on the site of the original Franklin Mountains.
that was washed away by the Rio Grande.
San Jacinto Plaza in downtown El Paso is bordered by Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (915) 755-4332.
Oregon, Main, Mesa and Mills streets. The plaza dates EL PASO MUSEUM OF HISTORY is at 510 N. Santa Fe
from the early 1800s, when El Paso’s park and street St. Five galleries provide visitors with a glimpse into the El
commissioner built the tree-shaded square at his own ex- Paso/Ciudad Juárez, Mexico, border region. Featured are
pense and stocked it with alligators, which lived in the historic documents, period clothing, photographs, ma-
plaza until the 1960s. chinery and weaponry. Time: Allow 1 hour minimum.
North between US 80 and N. Piedras Street, a paved Phone: (915) 212-0320.
road leads to an overlook on the south side of the Franklin ‘‘VIVA! EL PASO’’ is 2.5 mi. n. on Alabama St. in McKel-
Mountains (see Franklin Mountains State Park attraction ligon Canyon Amphitheater in Franklin Mountains State
listing). The 15-minute scenic drive affords a spectacular Park, 1500 McKelligon Canyon Rd. The 2-hour musical
view of El Paso and Ciudad Juárez, Mexico. gives the history of El Paso and its four cultures—Native
On New Year’s Eve, college football fans gather at Sun American, Spanish, Mexican and American Pioneer.
Bowl Stadium for the annual } Hyundai Sun Bowl. Phone: (915) 231-1165 or (915) 534-0600. J

EL PASO, TX 193
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194 EL PASO, TX
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Hotel. Address: 6100 Gateway Blvd E 79905. Facility: 187 units. 8
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EL PASO, TX 195
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Hotel. Address: 6650 Gateway Blvd E 79915. Facility: 145 units. 4 stories, interior
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----- Hotel. Address: 6351 Gateway Blvd W 79925.
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----- Hotel. Address: 7935 Artcraft Rd 79932.
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----- Hotel. Address: 409 E Missouri Ave 79901.
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and provide a sense of place. 351 units, some two bedrooms. 17 stories, interior
corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Amenities: safes. Dining: 2 restaurants,
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Hotel. Address: 1600 Airway Blvd 79925. Facility: 296 units. 6 stories,
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198 EL PASO, TX
A THE PLAZA HOTEL PIONEER PARK BOOK NOW 915/440-7666

Hotel. Address: 106 W Mills Ave 79901. Facility: Originally built in 1930, this grand
historic property has been lovingly brought back to life. Architectural details, original
artwork and swank furnishings fill the public areas and luxe guest rooms. 130 units. 16
stories, interior corridors. Bath: shower only. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Amenities:
safes. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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EL PASO, TX 199
A STANTON HOUSE BOOK NOW 915/271-3600

Boutique Contemporary Hotel. Address: 209 N Stanton St 79901. Facility: This
100-year-old converted downtown building now houses an ultra modern hotel with soaring
ceilings, intriguing art exhibits and spacious guest rooms with custom touches. 42 units. 5
stories, interior corridors. Parking: valet only. Amenities: safes. Dining: Taft Diaz, see
separate listing. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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----- Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 6680 Gateway Blvd E 79915.
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200 EL PASO — NEARBY MEXICO • CIUDAD JUÁREZ, CHIHUAHUA, TX
WHERE TO EAT
A TAFT DIAZ 915/271-3610

----- New American Fine Dining. Address: 209 N Stanton St 79901.
Visiting Mexico Border Tips

Personal Safety There are several border crossings between El Paso
Thousands of Americans routinely cross the border into and downtown Juárez, including the Ysleta-Zaragoza
Mexico on a daily basis for business and personal rea- Bridge, the Bridge of the Americas, the Stanton Street
sons without incident, and crimes directed at tourists are Bridge and the Santa Fe Street Bridge (also called the
unlikely. The possibility does exist, however, particularly in Paseo del Norte Bridge).
cities that are centers of activity for Mexican drug cartels. The port of entry at Santa Teresa in nearby New Mexico
This violence grabs news headlines and adversely affects is on the western edge of the El Paso/Juárez metropolitan
the daily lives of many Mexicans. area; take exit 8 (Artcraft Road) off I-10 and proceed west
But for the casual visitor, safety almost always boils about 13 miles. Since it bypasses the city, this is the rec-
down to good old common sense. Stash traveler’s checks ommended crossing point for tourists and other travelers
and cash in different places; for example, in money belts who are driving to Chihuahua and beyond or otherwise
and extra pockets sewn inside clothing. Keep photocopies headed for interior Mexico. Banjercito offices at this border
of passports, credit cards and other documents in a sepa- crossing and at the 30-kilometer (19-mile) mark on Mex. 45
rate place from the originals. Use parking lots or garages (the Juárez-Chihuahua Highway) can process the paper-
whenever possible. Legal parking is designated by a sign work necessary for vehicle travel into the interior.
showing a red circle with a capital ‘‘E’’ inside; no-parking
zones have signs with a diagonal red line through the ‘‘E.’’ Dollars or pesos are accepted when entering or de-
parting Mexico or the United States. Baggage may be in-
spected at the customs offices. Both Mexican and U.S.
Nearby Mexico Customs and Border Protection offices are open daily 24
hours at Ciudad Juárez. U.S. Customs and Border Pro-
tection offices at Santa Teresa are open daily 6 a.m.-
midnight. AAA/CAA members can obtain Mexican
CIUDAD JUÁREZ, CHIHUAHUA automobile insurance at AAA Texas offices.
Note: For current information about safety/security is- Destination El Paso: 400 W. San Antonio Ave., El Paso,
sues in Ciudad Juárez, refer to the U.S. State Department TX 79901. Phone: (915) 534-0600, or (800) 351-6024
website (travel.state.gov). outside of Texas.
The history of this sprawling border city dates back to
1668, when Franciscan friar Father Garcia de San Fran-
cisco founded the Mission of Our Lady of Guadalupe
(Misión de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe). The cathedral This ends the El Paso section and resumes
still stands on the west side of Plaza de Armas in down- the alphabetical city listings for Texas.
town Ciudad Juárez.
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202 EULESS — FARMERS BRANCH, TX
EULESS
• Hotels p. 202
A ALOFT DALLAS EULESS BOOK NOW 817/571-4211

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FALFURRIAS
• Hotels p. 202
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FARMERS BRANCH rich soil that produced wild grapes and other successful
• Hotels p. 202 crops. Although it is no longer a farming community, it is
• Part of Dallas area— see map p. 152 part of the Dallas-Fort Worth greater-metropolitan area.
Originating as part of a land grant in 1841, Farmers Visit Farmers Branch: 13000 William Dodson Pkwy.,
Branch was originally known as Mustang Branch for its Farmers Branch, TX 75234. Phone: (972) 247-3131.
A CANDLEWOOD SUITES DALLAS NW-FARMERS BRANCH BOOK NOW 469/862-3400

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FARMERS BRANCH, TX 203
A DOUBLETREE BY HILTON DALLAS-FARMERS BRANCH BOOK NOW 972/506-0055

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A DOUBLETREE BY HILTON HOTEL DALLAS NEAR THE GALLERIA BOOK NOW 972/385-9000
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Hotel. Address: 4801 LBJ Frwy 75244. Facility: 317 units. 14 stories,
interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee). Amenities: safes. Pool:
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204 FLATONIA — FLORESVILLE, TX
FLATONIA
• Hotels p. 204
A BEST WESTERN PLUS FLATONIA INN BOOK NOW 361/865-1989

Motel. Address: 310-B I-10 Frontage Rd 78941. Facility: 51 units. 3
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• Hotels p. 204
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FLOWER MOUND — FORNEY, TX 205
FLOWER MOUND
• Hotels p. 205
A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT DALLAS FLOWER MOUND BOOK NOW 214/626-2000

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FOREST HILL
• Hotels p. 205
A BEST WESTERN PLUS FOREST HILL INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 817/293-1667
Hotel. Address: 3230 Forest Hill Cir 76140. Facility: 66 units. 3 stories,
interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet
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• Hotels p. 205
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206 FORT DAVIS — FORT STOCKTON, TX
FORT DAVIS preserves the remains of Camp San Saba, established in
1852 to protect frontier settlers and travelers on the El Paso
In the heart of the Davis Mountains, Fort Davis grew as Road. Later named for an army captain, the fort was de-
a strategic point on the San Antonio-El Paso Road. Estab-
lished in 1854, the fort was named in honor of Jefferson scribed by Gen. William T. Sherman as ‘‘the prettiest post in
Davis, then Secretary of War. Fort Davis was first manned Texas.’’ Two dozen limestone buildings have been restored;
by troops of the Eighth U.S. Infantry who, mounted on a museum features photographs, dioramas and artifacts.
mules, fought the Comanches.
The canyon formed by Limpia Creek, which flows Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (325) 396-2358.
through the Davis Mountains, is a centuries-old oasis for q
travelers. Davis Mountains State Park embraces a part of
the creek and 1,869 acres of the rolling grasslands and
intermittent trees that cover these mountains. A 74-mile
scenic highway, SR 166/118, makes a loop through the FORT STOCKTON
Davis Mountains and includes Madera Canyon and Uni-
versity of Texas McDonald Observatory. • Hotels p. 207
Fort Davis Chamber of Commerce: 100 Memorial The town of Fort Stockton dates from 1858, when the
Square #4, P.O. Box 378, Fort Davis, TX 79734. Phone: U.S. Army established a cavalry post on the site. The first
(432) 426-3015 or (800) 524-3015.
stores opened in 1870, and the community prospered as
FORT DAVIS NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE is n. of town a trade center for a large ranching empire. The Yates oil
near Limpia Creek off SRs 17 and 118. Occupying 523 field was discovered around 1925 in eastern Pecos
acres, this frontier military post was established to protect County. Giant drilling rigs are part of the landscape, and
travelers, freighters and mail riders on the San Antonio-El the oil and gas industries are the mainstays of the local
Paso Road. In summer, interpreters in period dress staff economy. Measuring 20 feet long by 11 feet tall and
the officers’ quarters, barracks, kitchen and servants’
quarters. Interpretive exhibits are displayed at the fort mu- weighing 860 pounds, the giant roadrunner statue affec-
seum, which also features photographs, weapons, Native tionately called Paisano Pete is a town landmark.
American artifacts and paintings. Pets are allowed in des- The Overland-Butterfield Stage Stop, 20 miles east on
ignated areas only. Phone: (432) 426-3224. M US 290 and I-10, is a reconstructed stage remount stand
from the San Antonio-San Francisco route. Originally 1.5
} UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MCDONALD OBSER-
VATORY is 16 mi. n.w. via SR 118 on Spur 78. The
Frank N. Bash Visitor Center at the base of Mounts Locke
miles southwest, the stand was dismantled and rebuilt on
the present site using the original stones.
and Fowlkes is the check-in point for all activities and of-
fers exhibits about the observatory and research tech- Fort Stockton Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center:
niques. The giant Hobby-Eberly telescope (purportedly 1000 Railroad Ave., Fort Stockton, TX 79735. Phone:
the second largest in the world) is connected to a gallery (432) 336-2264 or (800) 336-2166.
that features an interpretive exhibit. The Solar Viewing Self-guiding tours: Brochures about historic downtown,
Program offers live (weather permitting) images of the
including old Fort Stockton, are available from the
sun’s surface. Evening Star Parties let guests view stars
and planets through telescopes in the visitor center. chamber of commerce visitor center.
Time: Allow 2 hours, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: ANNIE RIGGS MEMORIAL MUSEUM is at 301 S. Main
(432) 426-3640 or (877) 984-7827. f J q St. This 1900 adobe brick and wood hotel once catered to
early travelers on the Overland-Butterfield route. The mu-
FORT MCKAVETT seum has some original furnishings, clothing, saddles, an
archeology/geology exhibit and hosts free summer con-
FORT MCKAVETT STATE HISTORIC SITE is 17 mi. w. certs. Time: Allow 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (432)
on US 190, then 6 mi. s. to 7066 FM 864. The 80-acre site 336-2167. f

FORT STOCKTON, TX 207

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 2469 I-10 W 79735. Facility: 74 units, some efficiencies.
3 stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services:
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Hotel. Address: 1408 N US Hwy 285 79735. Facility: 50 units. 2 stories (no elevator),
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208 FORT STOCKTON — FORT WORTH, TX
A SLEEP INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 432/336-8338

Hotel. Address: 3401 W Dickinson Blvd 79735. Facility: 49 units. 3 stories, interior
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FORT WORTH Scattered throughout downtown are bronze plaques

• Hotels p. 212 commemorating significant people and events of Fort
Worth’s past. Visitors to this destination also will find an
Fort Worth began in 1849 as a military post to protect a innovative tribute to water at Fort Worth Water Garden,
few struggling ranchers from Native American attacks. which features rushing and sprinkling water as well as
When the camp dissolved, the settlement became a trading water falling over stone slabs or lying quietly in pools. The
post. After the Civil War the dusty trails were filled with long- garden now covers part of Hell’s Half Acre, once a
horns as Texas cowboys came to town. On their heels were roaring, lawless area of saloons and brothels. Sundance
adventure-seekers, trailhands who lived it up for a night, Square, a 35-block entertainment district named for Butch
dreamers who rode on, and the Native Americans, outlaws Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, who once hid out there, is
and settlers who stayed to make Fort Worth their home. an active downtown area filled with fun places to go such
The bubble of high hopes burst in 1873 when the first as restaurants, shops and galleries. Bass Performance
railroad, left stranded in nearby Dallas by a financial Hall, adorned outside with herald angels, features out-
panic, failed to come to town. Unlike settlers in many standing acoustics and hosts the Fort Worth Opera, Fort
Texas boomtowns, some Fort Worth citizens stayed and Worth Symphony Orchestra, Texas Ballet Theater, The
convinced the Texas and Pacific Railroad they could finish Cliburn and major artists on tour; phone (817) 212-4325.
the 26 miles of roadbed before the land grant expired in The T operates a bus service to major entertainment
1876. Every person who could swing a pick or drive a districts, including the Cultural District, the Fort Worth
mule helped lay the rails. Zoo, the Historic Stockyards and Sundance Square. The
Once the railroad was finished, Fort Worth regained its T offers a Free Zone located in downtown Fort Worth. For
prominence as the capital of the Southwestern cattle em- schedules and fares, phone the Fort Worth Transportation
pire. By the end of the 19th century, stockyards had Authority at (817) 215-8600.
moved to the north side of the city, and the great meat- Forest Park, off Colonial Parkway, offers outdoor recre-
packing houses moved in. ation and one of the longest miniature railroads in the
More fuel was added to Fort Worth’s boomtown frenzy United States. Two streamlined trains and an old-
when the north Texas oil fields began producing in 1912, fashioned steam engine operate in the park; phone (817)
sparking a tripling of the town’s population in the next 2 336-3328. Log Cabin Village, within the park, has 10 re-
decades. During the 1930s oil eclipsed the cattle industry stored frontier cabins furnished with pioneer articles that
and remained the city’s leading industry for 30 years. depict the life of early settlers. The village has a working
Fort Worth has blended frontier heritage with such in- gristmill. Spinning and candle-dipping demonstrations are
dustries as defense, high technology and aviation into a given mornings and weekends; phone (817) 392-5881.
cosmopolitan mix of skyscrapers and historic buildings. Leading educational institutions—Southwestern Baptist
Cattle drives are re-enacted twice daily as the Fort Worth Theological Seminary, Texas Christian University, Univer-
longhorn herd makes its way down Exchange Avenue in sity of North Texas Health Science Center and Texas
the Stockyards. Wesleyan University—add further refinement to the city’s
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cultural offerings. Among the institutional highlights is computer simulations, a jet engine, and American’s flag-
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary’s Tandy Ar- ship passenger plane Knoxville, a restored 1940’s DC3.
chaeological Museum, which features Holy Land artifacts Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (817) 967-1560.
and biblical history, and the Monnig Meteorite Gallery at
Texas Christian University, which contains more than
1,000 different meteorites. Phone (817) 923-1921, ext.
4455, for Tandy Archaeological Museum and (817)
} AMON CARTER MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART
is 2.5 mi. w. at 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. Designed
by architect Philip Johnson, the museum houses 19th-
257-6277 for the Monnig Meteorite Gallery. and 20th-century paintings, sculpture and works on paper;
Lakes now dot the once-empty prairie. Lake Worth, it also is a repository of American photography. The mu-
popular for its scenic vistas and water sports, lies within seum’s collection includes masterworks by such artists as
the city limits and was the first of several lakes built to John Singer Sargent, Georgia O’Keeffe, Frederic Rem-
meet the growing city’s water needs. Other nearby lakes ington, Winslow Homer and Stuart Davis. The interior
include Eagle Mountain to the northwest and Benbrook to walls of the museum are made of fossilized Texas shell-
the southwest. stone. Visitors can view downtown Fort Worth through
windows overlooking a landscaped plaza and lawn.
The Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo, the popular
name for the Southwestern Exposition & Livestock Show, Time: Allow 1 hour, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (817)
has been held annually since 1896 and attracts more than 738-1933. f q
1.1 million people to the Will Rogers Memorial Center
from mid-January to early February. Texas Christian Uni- FORT WORTH BOTANIC GARDEN is n. of I-30 off Uni-
versity’s Amon G. Carter Stadium hosts the } Lock- versity Dr. at 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., across from
heed Martin Armed Forces Bowl in early January. For race Trinity Park. This 110-acre complex features 23 specialty
fans, Texas Motor Speedway is north at I-35W exit 70; the gardens, including a rose garden dating from 1933, a
O’Reilly Auto Parts 500, the eighth race in the NASCAR 10,000-square-foot conservatory with a tropical collection,
Cup series, is held there in July. a water conservation garden, a 7.5-acre Japanese
garden, and one of the largest public perennial trial gar-
Fort Worth Convention & Visitors Bureau: 508 Main dens in north-central Texas. An elevated boardwalk
St., Fort Worth, TX 76102. Phone: (817) 698-3300, (817) through a native forest features 13 interpretive stations.
336-8791 or (800) 433-5747. Special events are held throughout the year.
Self-guiding tours: Maps and GPS Ranger devices for Time: Allow 4 hours minimum. Phone: (817) 392-5510.
self-guiding walking tours of the historic stockyards at fJ
Stockyards National Historic District (see attraction listing
p. 210) are available at 130 E. Exchange Ave.; phone The Japanese Garden is in the Fort Worth Botanic
(817) 625-9715 or (817) 624-4741. Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd. The garden com-
bines water, plant material, stones, sculpture and struc-
Shopping: If you’re looking for a souvenir from your Fort tures to emphasize the beauty of seasonal changes and
Worth vacation, try Stockyards Station, on East Exchange to foster tranquility. The 7.5-acre garden features a pa-
Avenue, which has been restored and now accommo- goda, teahouse, pavilion, five pools filled with koi fish and
dates restaurants, studios and crafts shops. Sundance a moon-viewing deck. Phone: (817) 392-5510. f J
Square is a 35-block area on Main Street where late 19th-
and early 20th-century buildings have been restored. Ad-
ditional shopping runs along historic Camp Bowie Boule-
vard and near the cultural district along University Drive,
} FORT WORTH MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND HIS-
TORY is at 1600 Gendy St. Hands-on displays fo-
cusing on science, history, art and technology stimulate
where the University Park Village is located, and Tanger the imagination of both kids and adults. The Energy Blast
Outlets can be found at 15853 North Freeway. exhibit explores north Texas’ energy resources and fea-
tures a 4-D theater experience, a 50,000-pound vibrating
THE AMERICAN AIRLINES C.R. SMITH MUSEUM is s. truck and a 30-foot replica of a drilling rig. The Collections
of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport at 4601 US 360 Gallery features changing exhibits.
and FAA Rd. American Airlines memorabilia from the
1930s to the present is housed at the museum. Displays The 10,000-square-foot Cattle Raisers Museum relates
illustrate the responsibilities of the cabin and cockpit the development of the cattle industry. Visitors can partici-
crews, the effect of wind tunnels and how a plane is flown pate in a simulated cattle drive, operate a computerized
and maintained. Pursuit of Flight, a high-definition large- ranch and learn about the industry’s role in the 21st century.
format film, details the principles of flight and highlights Designed for ages 8 and under, the Fort Worth Chil-
the historic milestones in aviation. Other exhibits include dren’s Museum has live amphibians and reptiles and an
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outdoor water play area. The Noble Planetarium’s state- Exchange Building, Cowtown Coliseum, Mule Alley, Cattle-
of-the-art projection system affords an amazing view of men’s Catwalk and old hog and sheep barns. Time: Allow
more than 7,000 stars. 1 hour minimum. Phone: (817) 625-9715. f
Time: Allow 2 hours minimum. Phone: (817) 255-9300 Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame, 2515 Rodeo Plaza, in the
or (888) 255-9300. J Exhibits Building within the Fort Worth Stockyards Na-
tional Historic District, honors more than 100 world-
Omni Theater is at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and champion cowboys and cowgirls. Individual booths
History, 1600 Gendy St. The theater presents educational contain personal memorabilia and a DVD depicting each
and entertaining IMAX films on an eight-story dome screen. hall-of-famer’s life and career. Said to be the world’s
Programs change about every 4 months. Time: Allow 1 hour largest collection of lifestyle wagons, the Sterquell Wagon
minimum. Phone: (817) 255-9540 or (888) 255-9300. Collection features more than 60 wagons, carriages and
sleighs. Other exhibits include the John Justin Trail of
} FORT WORTH STOCKYARDS NATIONAL HIS-
TORIC DISTRICT is at 131 E. Exchange Ave. Gal-
leries, restaurants and shops occupy many of the
Fame, Chisholm Trail Exhibit, Zigrang Bit Collection and
Adventures of the Cowboy Trail.
Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (817) 626-7131.
preserved stockyard structures covering 125 acres of what
was once the largest livestock marketing center in the
Southwest. Many of the stockyards’ original structures
such as Booger Red’s Saloon, the Livestock Exchange
} FORT WORTH ZOO is off I-30 exit University Dr.
S., then e. to 1989 Colonial Pkwy. Ranked as one of
the nation’s top zoos, the 64-acre complex is home to more
Building and Stockyards Hotel remain, housing new than 7,000 animals from around the world. Visitors can
businesses. stroll through the Museum of Living Art (MOLA), which
houses more than 100 species of amphibians and reptiles.
Visitors can watch a cattle drive demonstration as wran- Other exhibits include World of Primates, Asian Falls,
glers on horseback guide the Fort Worth Herd down East African Savannah, Raptor Canyon, Parrot Paradise and
Exchange Avenue. Those wishing to take a self-guiding Meerkat Mounds. More than 1,000 indigenous animals
tour of the district can obtain free maps or rent GPS are featured at Texas Wild!, an 8-acre exhibit that re-
Rangers—handheld devices with narrated video, audio creates an 1890s pioneer town and six geographic re-
and photographs—at the visitor center. Time: Allow 2 gions of the Lone Star State. Visitors also can hop aboard
hours minimum. Phone: (817) 625-4741 (visitor center). the Yellow Rose Express miniature train or take a ride on
fJq the Country Carousel. In the summer, guests can enjoy
the 14,000-square-foot Safari Splash water park.
Cowtown Cattlepen Maze is at 145 E. Exchange Ave. in
the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District. Rental strollers and motorized scooters are available.
Making it through this 5,400-square-foot maze con- Time: Allow 2 hours, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (817)
structed of wooden slats resembling livestock chutes is a 759-7555. J
challenge for all ages. A two-story observation deck is lo-
cated within the maze. Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. KIMBELL ART MUSEUM is 2.5 mi. w. on Will Rogers Rd.
Phone: (817) 624-6666. W. to 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd., in the Cultural District. The
vaulted building is the last completed work of architect
Stockyards Museum is n. of downtown in the Stockyards Louis Kahn and is considered by many to be his
Livestock Exchange Building within the Fort Worth Stock- masterpiece.
yards National Historic District. Exhibits illustrate the live- The museum’s holdings range in period from antiquity to
stock industry of Fort Worth and the history of the the 20th century, including works by Caravaggio, Matisse,
Stockyards. Western saddles, antiques from the 1800s and Monet and Picasso. Other collections include Egyptian,
photographs portraying life in Fort Worth also are Greek and Roman antiquities as well as Asian, African
displayed. and pre-Columbian art. The museum provides an ongoing
program of interpretive exhibitions, retrospectives and
Time: Allow 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (817) traveling exhibitions.
625-5082.
The Piano Pavilion, constructed of glass, concrete and
Stockyards Station Historical Walking Tours depart wood, hosts special exhibitions while simultaneously dis-
from the visitor’s center at 130 E. Exchange Ave. within the playing pieces from the museum’s permanent collection.
Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District. Guided Time: Allow 2 hours, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (817)
tours of the historic stockyards area include the Livestock 332-8451. q
FORT WORTH, TX 211
MODERN ART MUSEUM OF FORT WORTH is at Camp In the Into the Arena gallery you can see and hear au-
Bowie Blvd. and University Dr. Modern and contemporary thentic clips from famous rodeo rides, admire a revolving
works of art are featured and include paintings, sculpture, rack of polychromatic cowgirl attire and star in a recorded
international photography and works on paper. The collec- show of your own atop a mechanical bronc. Watch an in-
tion includes pieces by Pablo Picasso, Jackson Pollock, terview on an interactive computer and let a pro tell you
Mark Rothko and Andy Warhol. Educational programs in- what it’s like to be on the rodeo circuit.
clude adult and children’s classes, guided tours, lectures
and workshops. In the Kinship with the Land gallery you’ll be introduced
Time: Allow 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (817) 738-9215 to female ranchers whose love for the great outdoors is
or (866) 824-5566. f J surpassed only by their untamable spirit. Special lighting
effects are used in this room, which is illuminated with
} NATIONAL COWGIRL MUSEUM AND HALL OF

FAME, 1720 Gendy St., celebrates the achieve-
ments of more than 200 western women who have played
projected scenes of vast expanses of Western land and of
cowgirls on the job.
Jukebox tunes of Patsy Cline, Reba McEntire and other
such roles as pathfinder, performer, rancher and artist. country singers fill the air in the Claiming the Spotlight gal-
You’ll be greeted by a Mehl Lawson sculpture of a cowgirl lery. Must-sees include mementos and segments from the
and her horse and a Richard Haas trompe l’oeil mural at 1950s hit television shows ‘‘Annie Oakley’’ and ‘‘The Roy
the entrance. Within the museum’s galleries, theaters and Rogers Show,’’ a designer rhinestone-studded saddle and
magnificent rotunda are more than 4,000 artifacts and a dime novel collection. An old-fashioned theater presents
2,500 photographs related to cowgirls of the past and
a comical yet informative film about the cowgirl’s place in
present.
Hollywood. Guided tours are available by reservation.
Twelve optically illusory glass murals depicting cowgirls’ Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (817) 336-4475.
lives add to the elegance of the rotunda, where you’ll em-
bark on your journey along the Spirit Trail. Lining the Ro- f
tunda Hall walls are shimmering glass stars bearing the SID RICHARDSON MUSEUM is at 309 Main St. in Sun-
names of influential females like Lewis and Clark’s Sho- dance Sq. Frederic Remington and Charles Russell are
shone interpreter Sacagawea, Nebraskan author Willa among the artists represented in the collection. Time:
Cather and U.S. Supreme Court member and Arizonan Allow 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (817) 332-6554.
Sandra Day O’Connor. Electronic ‘‘yearbooks’’ allow you
to delve into the Hall of Famers’ fascinating lives, and an
8-minute theater presentation highlights cowgirl diversity. } SIX FLAGS OVER TEXAS—see Arlington p. 52.
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A ALOFT FORT WORTH DOWNTOWN BOOK NOW 817/885-7999

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A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT FORT WORTH
DOWNTOWN/BLACKSTONE BOOK NOW 817/885-8700
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~ Historic Hotel. Address: 601 Main St 76102.
A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT FORT WORTH UNIVERSITY BOOK NOW 817/335-1300

Hotel. Address: 3150 Riverfront Dr 76107. Facility: 130 units. 2 stories, interior corridors.
Parking: on-site (fee). Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet
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A EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON FORT WORTH DOWNTOWN BOOK NOW 817/332-6900

Hotel. Address: 600 Commerce St 76102. Facility: 156 units. 13 stories,
interior corridors. Parking: valet only. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Pool: heated
indoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin
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A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT FORT WORTH DOWNTOWN/CONVENTION

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A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT FORT WORTH UNIVERSITY
DRIVE BOOK NOW 817/335-2000
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~ Hotel. Address: 1505 S University Dr 76107.
A HILTON GARDEN INN FORT WORTH/MEDICAL CENTER BOOK NOW 817/921-0788

Hotel. Address: 912 Northton St 76104. Facility: 157 units. 4 stories, interior corridors.
Parking: on-site (fee). Pool: heated indoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services:
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A HISTORIC HILTON FORT WORTH BOOK NOW 817/870-2100

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A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL & SUITES FORT WORTH
DOWNTOWN BOOK NOW 817/698-9595
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A OMNI HOTEL BOOK NOW 817/535-6664

Hotel. Address: 1300 Houston St 76102. Facility: Behind the striking glass facade of this
hotel are rooms and public areas that celebrate Fort Worth’s history of being a cowtown.
Rooms have latte and mocha tones, rich leathers, and walk-in showers. 618 units. 32
stories, interior corridors. Parking: valet and street only. Terms: check-in 4 pm.
Amenities: safes. Dining: 4 restaurants. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: hot tub,
exercise room, spa. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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DISTRICT BOOK NOW 817/885-8250

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Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 2500 Museum Way 76107. Facility: 150 units, some
efficiencies and kitchens. 4 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee). Pool: heated
outdoor. Activities: hot tub, picnic facilities, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and
coin laundry.
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A SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT FORT WORTH

UNIVERSITY BOOK NOW 817/878-2554
Hotel. Address: 3250 Lovell Ave 76107. Facility: 145 units. 4
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DOWNTOWN FORT WORTH — FORT WORTH, TX 215
A THE WORTHINGTON RENAISSANCE FORT WORTH HOTEL BOOK NOW 817/870-1000

Hotel. Address: 200 Main St 76102. Facility: Near Sundance Square,
this hotel pays homage to its Western roots in its design and whimsical
room décor. Rooms are spacious but the lobby is definitely the better
place to gather. 504 units. 12 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet.
Amenities: safes. Pool: heated indoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest
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A AC HOTEL BY MARRIOTT FORT WORTH DOWNTOWN BOOK NOW 682/291-0700
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Hotel. Address: 101 W 5th St 76102. Facility: 252 units. 16 stories, interior
corridors. Bath: shower only. Parking: valet only. Amenities: safes.
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A CANDLEWOOD SUITES DFW AIRPORT SOUTH BOOK NOW 817/868-1900

Extended Stay Motel. Address: 4200 Reggis Ct 76155. Facility: 174 efficiencies. 4
stories, interior corridors. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: complimentary
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A COUNTRY INN & SUITES BY RADISSON, FORT WORTH WEST BOOK NOW 817/560-4200
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A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT FORT WORTH HISTORIC

STOCKYARDS BOOK NOW 817/624-1112
Hotel. Address: 2537 N Main St 76164. Facility: 124 units. 4 stories, interior corridors.
Parking: valet only. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet and
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A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT FORT WORTH I-30 WEST NEAR NAS

JRB BOOK NOW 817/737-6923
Hotel. Address: 6530 West Frwy 76116. Facility: 92 units. 4 stories, interior corridors.
Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin
laundry.
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A DALLAS FORT WORTH MARRIOTT HOTEL & GOLF CLUB AT CHAMPIONS

CIRCLE BOOK NOW 817/961-0800
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~ Hotel. Address: 3300 Championship Pkwy 76177.
A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT I-30W NAS JRB BOOK NOW 817/731- 9600
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~ Hotel. Address: 6851 West Frwy 76116.
A FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON FORT WORTH NORTH BOOK NOW 682/255-1201
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~ Hotel. Address: 6828 North Frwy 76137.
A HAMPTON INN & SUITES-FORT WORTH ALLIANCE AIRPORT BOOK NOW 817/439-0400
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A HAMPTON INN & SUITES FORT WORTH DOWNTOWN BOOK NOW 817/332-5300
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Hotel. Address: 1001 Commerce St 76102. Facility: 245 units. 8 stories,
interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee). Pool: heated indoor. Activities:
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A HAMPTON INN & SUITES FORT WORTH I-30 WEST BOOK NOW 817/732-8585
Hotel. Address: 2700 Green Oaks Rd 76116. Facility: 105 units. 5 stories,
interior corridors. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated indoor. Activities: hot
tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin laundry.
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A HAMPTON INN BY HILTON-FORT WORTH SOUTHWEST

CITYVIEW BOOK NOW 817/346-7845
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A HILTON GARDEN INN FORT WORTH FOSSIL CREEK BOOK NOW 817/222-0222
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A HOLIDAY INN DFW AIRPORT SOUTH BOOK NOW 817/399-1800
Hotel. Address: 14320 Centre Station Dr 76155. Facility: 143 units. 6 stories, interior
laundry.
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A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES FORT WORTH WEST BOOK NOW 817/882-6234
----- Hotel. Address: 2620 Cherry Ln 76116.
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FORT WORTH, TX 219
A HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON FORT WORTH FOSSIL CREEK BOOK NOW 817/893-2300
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 5100 Endicott Ave 76137.
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 3701 Tanacross Dr 76137.
A HOMEWOOD SUITES DFW AIRPORT SOUTH BOOK NOW 817/283-7777
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A HYATT PLACE FORT WORTH/ALLIANCE TOWN CENTER BOOK NOW 682/285-1234

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Hotel. Address: 3201 Alliance Town Center 76177. Facility: 130 units. 5 stories, interior
corridors. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest
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A HYATT PLACE FORT WORTH/HISTORIC STOCKYARDS BOOK NOW 817/626-6000

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Hotel. Address: 132 E Exchange Ave 76164. Facility: 101 units. 5 stories, interior
corridors. Parking: on-site (fee). Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest
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A HYATT PLACE FORT WORTH/TCU BOOK NOW 682/385-9743

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Hotel. Address: 3029 Sandage Ave 76109. Facility: 150 units. 6 stories, interior
corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities:
trails, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin laundry.
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A HYATT PLACE FT. WORTH/CITYVIEW BOOK NOW 817/361-9797

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Hotel. Address: 5900 Cityview Blvd 76132. Facility: 127 units. 6 stories, interior
laundry.
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A THE KIMPTON HARPER BOOK NOW 817/332-7200

----- Hotel. Address: 714 Main St 76102.
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A LA QUINTA BY WYNDHAM FT. WORTH/EASTCHASE BOOK NOW 682/237-7519

----- Hotel. Address: 8250 Anderson Blvd 76120.
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A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES FORT WORTH CITY VIEW BOOK NOW 817/370-2700
----- Hotel. Address: 4900 Bryant Irvin Rd 76132.
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FORT WORTH, TX 221
A MARRIOTT DFW AIRPORT SOUTH BOOK NOW 817/358-1700

Hotel. Address: 4151 Centreport Dr 76155. Facility: 302 units. 8 stories,
Services: complimentary laundry, area transportation.
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A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT FORT WORTH ALLIANCE

AIRPORT BOOK NOW 817/750-7000
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A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT FORT WORTH SOUTHWEST BOOK NOW 817/731-5400

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Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 5825 Arborlawn Dr 76109. Facility: 119 units, some
efficiencies and kitchens. 5 stories, interior corridors. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities:
picnic facilities, trails, exercise room. Guest Services: complimentary and valet laundry.
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A THE SINCLAIR, AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION BOOK NOW 682/231-8214

Hotel. Address: 512 Main St 76102. Facility: Housed in the historic
Sinclair gas building, this hotel has leading edge technology
enhancements and energy efficient features throughout. Rooms are modest in size, but
ultra contemporary in style. 164 units. 16 stories, interior corridors. Bath: shower only.
Parking: valet only. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Activities: exercise room.
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A SONESTA ES SUITES FORT WORTH BOOK NOW 817/439-1300

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 5801 Sandshell Dr 76137. Facility: 114 units, some
efficiencies and kitchens. 3 stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise
room. Guest Services: valet and coin laundry. (See ad on inside front cover.)
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SOUTH/CENTREPORT BOOK NOW 817/545-3270
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~ Hotel. Address: 4360 Highway 360 76155.
A SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT FORT WORTH FOSSIL
CREEK BOOK NOW 817/306-0900
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~ Hotel. Address: 5301 N Riverside Dr 76137.
A SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT FORT WORTH HISTORIC
STOCKYARDS BOOK NOW 682/255-5100
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~ Hotel. Address: 2315 N Main St 76164.
A STAYBRIDGE SUITES WEST FORT WORTH BOOK NOW 817/935-6500
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FORT WORTH — FREDERICKSBURG, TX 223
A TOWNEPLACE SUITES FORTH WORTH DOWNTOWN BOOK NOW 817/332-6300

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Hotel. Address: 805 E Belknap St 76102. Facility: 140 efficiencies. 4
stories, interior corridors. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Pool: outdoor.
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FREDERICKSBURG covers a 15,000-square-mile appellation said to be the

• Hotels p. 224 second-largest in the United States.
For more natural landscapes, visitors should venture to
Approximately 70 miles northwest of San Antonio, Fred- Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park, which, in addition to
ericksburg was first settled by German farmers who began such recreational facilities as an 18-hole golf course and
arriving in 1846. With one long, wide main street roughly six tennis courts, offers a 1-mile walking trail through ri-
paralleling the town creek, the town borrowed its layout parian woodland, post oak savanna and shortgrass
from villages found along the Rhine, the longest river in meadows. The park, 4.7 miles southwest off SR 16, is
Germany. Modern-day residents carry on many other old open daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m.; phone (830) 997-4202. En-
country traditions, much to the delight of day trippers chanted Rock State Natural Area, 18 miles north on RR
seeking bier, bratwurst and everything in between. 965, centers around a pink granite exfoliation dome that
Aside from its wealth of gastronomic indulgences, Fred- rises 425 feet and 640 acres; phone (830) 685-3636.
ericksburg is considered by many to be one of the most at- Bird-watchers, along with black-capped vireos and
tractive small towns in Texas and boasts several restored golden-checked warblers, flock to both the municipal park
stone houses. Also preserved are 19th-century Sunday and the state natural area. From May to October, millions
Houses-one-room-and-loft structures used by ranchers of free-tailed bats can be spotted at the Old Tunnel State
and farmers when they traveled to town for shopping and Park, 10619 Old San Antonio Rd. The nocturnal aviators
church services. The eight-sided Vereins Kirche, a repro- emerge nightly from an abandoned railroad passageway;
duction of the town’s first church that shows off an ancient phone (866) 978-2287.
German building style, houses a local history collection at
100 W. Main St.; phone (830) 997-7832. Fredericksburg Convention and Visitors Bureau: 302
E. Austin St., Fredericksburg, TX 78624. Phone: (830)
Agricultural pursuits also endure in Fredericksburg. 997-6523 or (888) 997-3600.
From mid-May to early August, you can pick your own
peaches in the area (you’ll find a large cluster of peach Self-guiding tours: A free brochure describing a walking
tour of the historic district is available from the convention
farms along US 290 between Fredericksburg and Stone-
and visitors bureau.
wall). Lavender, typically in bloom May through June, also
is grown at a handful of local sites. In addition several Shopping: More than 150 shops and boutiques call Fred-
vineyards are located in and around Fredericksburg, ericksburg home, especially along Main Street between
making the community a key stop on the Texas Hill Elk and Milam streets. While away the day seeking out
Country Wine Trail. A wine connoisseur’s dream, the tour one-of-a-kind keepsakes, antiques and crafts—just be
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sure to hit up Opa’s Smoked Meats at 410 S. Washington story of Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz through exhibits
St. (US 87) before the shop closes (Mon.-Fri. at 5:30, Sat. in his boyhood home, the historic Nimitz Hotel.
at 4); phone (830) 997-3358 or (800) 543-6750. Tradi- Pacific Combat Zone, a 90-minute outdoor living-history
tional German recipes make this Hill Country favorite’s reenactment of a battle in the Pacific Theater, takes place
cured meats, blended sausages, and juicy hams and tur- on scheduled weekends and features actors portraying
keys hard to resist. U.S. Marines as they capture positions from the Imperial
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340 E. Main St. The men and women who served
in the Pacific, China, Burma, India and on the home front
Japanese Army. A torpedo bomber is displayed on the
hangar deck of an aircraft carrier, in addition to numerous
allied and Japanese emplacements.
during World War II are honored here. The George H.W. Veterans’ memorials, a combat veteran P.T. boat, the
Bush Gallery includes life-size exhibits such as the deck Japanese Garden of Peace, and the Plaza of the Presi-
of the USS Hornet, an original two-man midget sub from dents also are on the grounds.
the attack on Pearl Harbor and a replica of Henderson Time: Allow 2 hours, 30 minutes minimum. Phone:
Field, Guadalcanal. The Admiral Nimitz Museum tells the (830) 997-8600. f q
A BEST WESTERN PLUS FREDERICKSBURG BOOK NOW 830/992-2929

Hotel. Address: 314 E Highway St 78624. Facility: 56 units, some
kitchens. 2 stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: limited exercise
equipment. Guest Services: coin laundry.
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Hotel. Address: 308 S Washington St 78624. Facility: 90 units, some two bedrooms,
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• Hotels p. 226 sports venue, the Frisco Superdrome (9700 Wade Blvd.)
• Part of Dallas area— see map p. 152 is an exciting spot to watch cycling races. The velodrome
(aka a bicycle racing track) has turns banked at 44 de-
Frisco, just 28 miles north of Dallas, is practically a grees, and the public may take classes.
mecca for sports enthusiasts, especially those who enjoy
NATIONAL VIDEOGAME MUSEUM, 8004 North Dallas
watching live soccer, ice hockey, baseball and bicycle
Pkwy., preserves the history of gaming since its beginnings
racing.
in the 1970s with interactive exhibits and rare memorabilia.
Get your kicks at Toyota Stadium (9200 World Cup Highlights include a reproduced boy’s bedroom from the
Way), where FC Dallas competes against other Major 1980s, complete with ‘‘Star Wars’’ sheets and a Nintendo
League Soccer teams. Support the National Hockey console. Visitors can play a wide variety of games on con-
League’s Dallas Stars at the Dr Pepper Arena (2601 Av- soles and personal computers; there’s even a huge 15-
enue of the Stars). foot-high Pong game and a video game arcade that has
The Frisco RoughRiders, an affiliate of Major League such games as Centipede and Donkey Kong.
Baseball’s Texas Rangers, step up to the plate at Dr Phone: (972) 668-8400.
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Hotel. Address: 7600 John Q Hammons Dr 75034. Location: Adjacent to
Dr. Pepper/7-UP Ballpark. Facility: 330 units. 13 stories, interior corridors.
Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes.
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coin laundry.
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Hotel. Address: 11 Cowboys Way 75034. Facility: You might expect flamboyance, given
the location, but rooms are sophisticated and reflect their surroundings. Wanting for
nothing, they offer inviting bedding, smart TVs and large showers. 300 units, some two
bedrooms. 16 stories, interior corridors. Parking: valet and street only. Amenities: video
games, safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities: cabanas, lawn sports, exercise room. Guest
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Hotel. Address: 5444 State Hwy 121 75034. Facility: 168 units. 4
stories, interior corridors. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor.
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Hotel. Address: 1549 Legacy Dr 75034. Facility: Renovated in 2020,
rooms here are done in calming neutrals and feature smart TVs, Heavenly mattresses
and bright bathrooms. There’s something for people of all ages, making this hotel a crowd
pleaser. 301 units. 5 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site and valet. Amenities:
safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: hot tub, regulation golf, kids club, exercise room,
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GALVESTON of the Southwest.’’ The 36-block area, which offers 100-

• Hotels p. 232 • Restaurants p. 235 plus shops, restaurants and galleries, is recognizable be-
cause of its iron-fronted buildings, one of the country’s
To really know Galveston is to peel back the many best-known collections of such architecture. It’s these ef-
layers of its colorful, multi-faceted personality and soak it forts and natural assets such as the 32 miles of sandy
up in all its glory and quirks. There are the lovely Victorian beaches that have made Galveston Island (see Recre-
buildings, nostalgic gaslights and horse-drawn carriages ation Areas Chart) a leading Gulf Coast resort.
in The Strand Historic District. There is the gentle lapping Causing just as much interest is yet another develop-
of waves from the Gulf against the sandy shore as sea- ment for Galveston—the arrival of the cruise industry. Pre-
gulls circle overhead. And now, there are hulking cruise viously, travelers had to go to Florida to set sail for the
ships that make Galveston Bay their temporary home Caribbean. In 2000, however, Galveston joined a growing
when they arrive to pick up passengers. list of Southern cities that host major cruise lines and in no
Something else that Galveston has is a background time at all has become one of the top cruise ports on the
chock-full of drama and intrigue. Saying that Galveston Gulf Coast. Carnival Cruise Lines, Disney Cruise Line,
Princess and Royal Caribbean offer cruises from
has a storied history would be a classic understatement.
Galveston, with many vacationers enjoying excursions on
Jean Lafitte and his pirates established a settlement in
Galveston Island before or after their voyage.
1817 and the town was abandoned and burned when the
United States forced Lafitte to leave a couple of years The cruise ships ply Galveston Bay’s warm waters, sil-
later. During the Texas Revolution the harbor served as houetted against the downtown skyline when they dock.
the port for the Texas navy. By the Civil War, Galveston From the decks of the ships, passengers can easily spot
was Texas’ principal seaport and leading commercial The Strand Historic District just one block from the cruise
center. And by 1890, fully basking in its glory days, ship terminals on Harborside Drive.
Galveston was Texas’ largest and wealthiest city. One unforgettable tradition of this city is the annual
But Galveston lost everything to the hurricane of 1900, in } Mardi Gras! Galveston, a colorful celebration that in-
cludes parades, musical entertainment and costume balls
which more than 6,000 people died. The barrier island was on the two weekends preceding ‘‘Fat Tuesday.’’
flooded by tides up to 15 feet high and lashed by winds in
excess of 100 mph. Survivors found a devastated city in But beaches have always been Galveston’s primary rec-
which entire sections along the Gulf Coast had been wiped reational escape. One of the more popular areas is Stewart
away or were piled high with the debris of thousands of its Beach Park, on the city’s eastern edge at Seawall and
buildings. Galveston would never be the same. Broadway boulevards. A scenic drive along the seawall
and a ride on the harbor ferry are great diversions. Get a
During Prohibition, Galveston began offering illegal free ride on the Galveston Ferry, which carries vehicles
drinks and gambling in its saloons. That, along with ear- and passengers from the Bolivar Peninsula to Galveston
lier acts of prostitution, earned Galveston the infamous Island and runs 24 hours a day; phone (409) 795-2230.
nickname of ‘‘the sin city of the Gulf.’’ Ultimately, The restored Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, on
Galveston lost its former status to its expanding neighbor, the waterfront at 2501 Seawall Blvd., is home to retail
Houston. But in the 1970s and ’80s and continuing shops, restaurants and carnival-style rides and games;
today—even after Hurricane Ike ravaged several of its phone (855) 789-7437.
coastal communities in 2008—Galveston started initia-
tives that focused on renewal. Galveston Island Convention and Visitors Bureau:
2328 Broadway, Galveston, TX 77550. Phone: (409)
The centerpiece of Galveston’s resurgence is the Victo- 797-5145 or (888) 425-4753.
rian neighborhoods that have been restored to their
original splendor. The most prominent among them is The Self-guiding tours: Scattered throughout the city are
Strand Historic District, once known as ‘‘The Wall Street sculptures carved from some of the estimated 40,000
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trees destroyed during Hurricane Ike. Brochures pin- sand beach. Time: Allow 4 hours minimum. Phone: (409)
pointing these tree carvings are available at the conven- 744-4673 or (800) 582-4673. J
tion and visitors bureau.
The Colonel departs from the west parking lot in Moody
BISHOP’S PALACE is at 1402 Broadway. Designed for a Gardens, 1 Hope Blvd. The three-deck paddle-wheel boat
local attorney in 1887, the three-story residence took 5 accommodates up to 750 passengers for narrated sight-
years to build. The exterior is sandstone, limestone and seeing cruises of Offatts Bayou. A dinner/dance cruise is
rough granite. The interior, furnished in period, features a available on Saturday evenings. Phone: (409) 744-4673
hand-carved staircase, jeweled glass windows and a or (800) 582-4673. f
mantel that won first prize at the 1876 World Fair. The
Catholic Diocese purchased the house to be the seat of MG 3D Theater is off I-45 exit 1A, 1 mi. s. to Seawall
the local bishop in 1923. Blvd., 1 mi. w. on Seawall Rd./Jones Dr., then .5 mi. n. to
Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (409) 762-2475. 1 Hope Blvd., at Moody Gardens. Three-dimensional im-
f ages come to life on a six-story screen. Several films are
offered. Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (409)
THE GRAND 1894 OPERA HOUSE is at 2020 Postoffice 744-4673 or (800) 582-4673.
St. Built in 1894, the theater survived the 1900 storm and
has been restored to its Victorian-era grandeur. Sarah THE MOODY MANSION is at 2618 Broadway Ave. Built
Bernhardt, John Philip Sousa and the Marx Brothers are about 1895 in the Richardsonian Romanesque style, the
among the celebrities who entertained on its stage. A 32-room mansion was purchased by entrepreneur William
year-round performing arts series continues to attract na- L. Moody Jr. after the great hurricane of 1900. The interior
tionally and internationally known talent, including such features stained glass, carved wood, tile work, fancy
performers as Johnny Mathis, Itzhak Perlman, Willie plaster work and stenciling. Visitors can tour two floors
Nelson, Paul Anka and Carol Burnett. where rooms are furnished in the opulence of a wealthy
family in the early 1900s.
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} MOODY GARDENS is off I-45 exit 1A, 2 mi. s. to
Seawall Blvd., 1.5 mi. w. to 81st St., then 10 mi. n.
to 1 Hope Blvd. Three glass pyramids are the centerpiece
SCHLITTERBAHN GALVESTON ISLAND WATERPARK
is at 2026 Lockheed St. More than 35 water attractions in-
of this 242-acre resort complex, which features beaches; clude two uphill water coasters, enclosed tube slides,
paddle-wheel boat rides; the MG 3D, Audience Recogni- speed slides, a lazy river system for floating, multiple
tion and 4D Special FX theaters; a ropes and zipline areas for small children and an oversized hot tub. Massiv,
course; and a convention center. the park’s newest ride, is a waterslide and coaster that is
The Aquarium at Moody Gardens is home to seals, pen- the length of 2.5 football fields and is reportedly the tallest
guins, sharks and other marine life from the oceans of the coaster in the world. Wasserfest is a covered, climate-
South Atlantic, North and South Pacific and Caribbean. controlled area that maintains summertime air and water
The Rainforest Pyramid has streams, waterfalls, a Mayan conditions during spring, fall and winter months, thus
colonnade, exotic plants, tropical fish and free-roaming making the park accessible year-round. Rental cabanas
monkeys and birds of the rain forests of Africa, Asia and are available.
the Americas. The Discovery Pyramid explores the world Time: Allow 3 hours minimum. Phone: (409) 770-9283.
of science and features the interactive Audience Recogni-
tion Theater as well as the Discovery Museum which fea- Jq
tures roving exhibits throughout the year. TEXAS SEAPORT MUSEUM is at Pier 21 at 2100 Har-
In the summer, Palm Beach offers a lazy river, a wave borside Dr. Home of tall ship The Elissa, this museum fo-
pool, waterslides, interactive splash areas and a white cuses on Texas’ history of sea commerce and immigration.
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A database containing the names of more than 133,000 the sailors’ living and working quarters. A theater presenta-
immigrants who entered the U.S. through Galveston, ‘‘The tion details the ship’s rescue from the scrapyard and the
Ellis Island of the West,’’ is open to visitors. Time: Allow 30 5-year restoration process. Phone: (409) 763-1877.
minutes minimum. Phone: (409) 763-1877.
Galveston Harbor Tours departs from the Texas Seaport
The Elissa is docked at Pier 21 at the foot of 22nd St. at Museum, 2200 Harborside Dr. On narrated 1-hour cruises
the Texas Seaport Museum. This 1877 iron barque was aboard the 50-foot double-decker Seagull II, passengers
built in Scotland and once carried Texas cotton to the mills learn about Galveston Bay’s history and animal inhabit-
of Europe. The 400-ton square-rigger’s masts tower 103 ants. Dolphin sightings are common. Soda and bottled
feet above the water. Visitors may walk the decks and view water may be purchased. Phone: (409) 763-1877. f
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Hotel. Address: 102 Seawall Blvd 77550. Facility: 62 units. 3 stories,
interior corridors. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest
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----- Hotel. Address: 2300 Seawall Blvd 77550.
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GALVESTON, TX 233
A HARBOR HOUSE HOTEL & MARINA BOOK NOW 409/763-3321

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A HILTON GALVESTON ISLAND RESORT BOOK NOW 409/744-5000

Hotel. Address: 5400 Seawall Blvd 77551. Location: Across from beach.
Facility: A prime family-friendly location across from the beach, a
resort-style pool with swim-up bar, updated décor in a relaxed style and a
doting staff make this a great choice when vacationing at the Gulf. 239 units, some two
bedrooms and houses. 6-10 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet.
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234 GALVESTON, TX
A MOODY GARDENS HOTEL, SPA AND CONVENTION CENTER BOOK NOW 409/683-4000
Resort Hotel. Address: 7 Hope Blvd 77554. Location: Waterfront. Facility: The updated,
spacious rooms have great island views and soft colors that reflect the nearby Gulf. This
can be a base for exploring or a destination unto itself with a luxury spa and fine dining.
433 units. 7-9 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site and valet. Terms: check-in 4 pm.
Amenities: safes. Dining: Shearn’s Seafood and Prime Steaks, see separate listing.
Pool: heated outdoor, heated indoor. Activities: sauna, hot tub, cabanas, marina,
recreation programs in season, kids club, bicycles, playground, trails, exercise room, spa.
Guest Services: valet and coin laundry, area transportation.
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Resort Hotel. Address: 5222 Seawall Blvd 77551. Location: Across from beach.
Facility: This perfect getaway, with elegantly designed guest rooms, provides great views
of the Gulf. The pool area is popular among guests. It features, fire pits, swanky cabanas,
day beds and a bar. 243 units. 16 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and
valet. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Dining: 3 restaurants, also, The
Steakhouse, see separate listing. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: sauna, hot tub,
steamroom, cabanas, tennis, recreation programs in summer, bicycles, exercise room,
spa. Guest Services: valet laundry, area transportation.
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A THE TREMONT HOUSE, A TRIBUTE PORTFOLIO HOTEL BOOK NOW 409/763-0300

Historic Boutique Hotel. Address: 2300 Mechanic St 77550. Facility:
The charming downtown hotel is located on The Strand and offers a unique style—part
historic and part boutique. Standouts are the rooftop bar and the Art Deco bathrooms.
Rooms vary in shape and size. 132 units. 4 stories, interior corridors. Parking: valet and
street only. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Activities: exercise room. Guest
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A SHEARN’S SEAFOOD AND PRIME STEAKS 409/741-8484

----- Steak Seafood Fine Dining. Address: 7 Hope Blvd 77554.
A THE STEAKHOUSE 409/740-8606

----- Steak Fine Dining. Address: 5222 Seawall Blvd 77551.
GARLAND slide; and the racing mat slide Pineapple Express are among
• Hotels p. 235 the highlights of this Hawaiian-themed water park.
Height restrictions apply on some rides. Lounge chairs are
HAWAIIAN FALLS - GARLAND is at 4550 N. Garland Ave. available on a first-come, first-served basis. Cabanas and
The Rush ride, featuring music and laser lights; Keiki Cove, lockers can be rented. Guests may bring their own food but
an interactive water-play complex with slides, rope ladders must pay a $10 cooler fee. Time: Allow 4 hours minimum.
and a dumping bucket; Waikiki Wipeout, a 65-foot-tall body Phone: (972) 675-8888 or (888) 544-7550. J q
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236 GEORGETOWN, TX
GEORGETOWN ranch lands. Downtown is noteworthy for its Victorian
• Hotels p. 236 architecture.
Georgetown Convention and Visitors Bureau: 103 W.
Established in 1848 as a trade center for the agricultural 7th St., P.O. Box 409, Georgetown, TX 78627. Phone:
region, Georgetown features black, fertile farmland and (512) 930-3545 or (800) 436-8696.
A BEST WESTERN PLUS GEORGETOWN INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 512/868-8555
Hotel. Address: 600 San Gabriel Village Blvd 78626. Facility: 76 units.
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Hotel. Address: 1101 Woodlawn Ave 78628. Facility: Guest rooms are
well-appointed with fine quality furniture and décor. Bathrooms are
attractive and feature a well-illuminated, framed wall mirror and
spa-quality bath products. 222 units. 7 stories, interior corridors. Amenities: safes. Pool:
heated outdoor. Activities: bicycles, exercise room, massage. Guest Services: valet
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Hotel. Address: 2161 E Hempstead St 78942. Facility: 51 units. 3 stories, interior
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238 GLEN ROSE — GOLIAD, TX
GLEN ROSE Glen Rose Convention and Visitors Bureau: 1505 NE
• Hotels p. 238 Big Bend Tr., P.O. Box 2037, Glen Rose, TX 76043.
Phone: (254) 897-3081 or (888) 346-6282.
Millions of years ago this region of central Texas was a
coastal swampland where 60-foot dinosaurs dined on lush
vegetation. The huge tracks of these prehistoric monsters
} FOSSIL RIM WILDLIFE CENTER is 3 mi. s.w. via
US 67, then 1 mi. s. following signs on CR 2008.
The 1,800-acre wildlife conservation facility is home to
can be seen in Dinosaur Valley State Park (see Recreation more than 1,100 exotic and endangered animals repre-
Areas Chart). senting more than 50 species. Along the 7.2-mile, self-
guiding Gosdin Scenic Drive are such species as
Presented in the open-air Texas Amphitheatre at 5000 cheetahs, giraffes, rhinoceroses, wildebeests and zebras.
Texas Dr., ‘‘The Promise’’ is an epic musical drama The 3-hour Behind-the-Scenes Tour and a 2-hour Safari
portraying the life of Jesus. The 7-week performance runs Tour are among 14 tours offered. The Children’s Animal
in September and October. A variety of other perform- Center is home to goats, birds and reptiles.
ances are offered June through August; phone (254) Time: Allow 2 hours minimum. Phone: (254) 897-2960.
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A BEST WESTERN DINOSAUR VALLEY INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 254/897-4818
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Hotel. Address: 1311 NE Big Bend Tr 76043. Facility: 53 units, some two bedrooms. 3
stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: coin
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GOLIAD News of the execution and the earlier defeat at the

• Hotels p. 239 Alamo gave rise to the blood-curdling cry ‘‘Remember the
Alamo! Remember Goliad!’’ that was shouted as Sam
One of the oldest towns in Texas, Goliad began in 1749 Houston’s forces swept to victory at San Jacinto. Presidio
when the Presidio La Bahía and the Mission Espíritu La Bahía, said to be the most contested fort in Texas his-
Santo were established along the San Antonio River. tory and located 1.5 miles south on US 183, re-enacts the
From its inception and well into the early 19th century the battle of Coleto Creek every March.
military post was the site of many bitter contests between Goliad County Chamber of Commerce: 231 S. Market
various contending armies. The most infamous was the St., P.O. Box 606, Goliad, TX 77963. Phone: (361)
massacre in 1836 of Col. James Fannin Jr. and 350 of his 645-3563.
men by Mexican forces. The week prior they had surren-
dered to Gen. Antonio López de Santa Ana, led by Gen. Self-guiding tours: A brochure detailing a walking tour
José de Urrea following the battle of Coleto Creek near of Courthouse Square is available from the chamber of
present-day Fannin. commerce.

GOLIAD — GONZALES, TX 239
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• Hotels p. 239 2122 N. St. Joseph St., is a 12-acre site featuring restored
19th-century buildings on 7 acres, including log houses, a
During the Texas Revolution, Gonzales citizens were church, a smithy and a smokehouse. Phone (830)
the first to challenge the Mexicans. Rather than return a 672-2157.
small brass cannon the Mexicans had left as protection Gonzales Chamber of Commerce: 414 St. Lawrence
against Native Americans, the community unfurled the St., Gonzales, TX 78629. Phone: (830) 672-6532 or (888)
first Lone Star battle flag—with the words ‘‘Come and 672-1095.
Take It’’—and used the cannon to fire the first shots of the
revolution Oct. 2, 1835. The First Shot Monument is 7 Self-guiding tours: Maps of historic points in Gonzales
miles southwest on SR 97. County can be obtained from the chamber of commerce.
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240 GONZALES — GRANBURY, TX
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• Hotels p. 240 eral other structures have been restored.
Visitors can view Jesse James’ grave at Granbury Cem-
etery, N. Crockett and Moore streets.
Contemporary commerce takes on a 19th-century flavor Shopping: Antique lovers will find galleries and shops
in Granbury’s historic town square. The 1891 courthouse, concentrated around the historic Granbury Square.
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GRAND PRAIRIE Lone Star Park, 1000 Lone Star Pkwy., holds Thorough-
• Hotels p. 241 bred and quarter horse racing; phone (972) 263-7223 for
• Part of Dallas area— see map p. 152 schedule.
Note: Policies concerning admittance of children to pari-
Originally named Dechman at the close of the Civil War, mutuel betting facilities vary. Phone for information.
Grand Prairie has long been a thoroughfare between
Dallas and Fort Worth. A historical marker denotes the Grand Prairie Tourist Information Center: 2170 N. Belt-
Cross Timbers region, a meeting place of commerce be- line Rd., Grand Prairie, TX 75050. Phone: (972)
tween settlers and Native Americans. 263-9588 or (800) 288-8386.
A BEST WESTERN PLUS ARLINGTON NORTH HOTEL & SUITES BOOK NOW 817/633-6311
Hotel. Address: 2075 N Hwy 360 75050. Facility: 70 units. 4 stories,
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242 GRAND PRAIRIE — GRAPEVINE, TX
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• Hotels p. 243 complete with sensory effects like wind and snow; shoot
laser guns on a chariot ride; drive an off-road LEGO ve-
The historic district of this small town offers antiques hicle; pedal their way to the ceiling on the Merlin’s Appren-
shops, art galleries, wineries and eateries. A Grapevine tice ride; and be firefighters at LEGO City Play Zone &
Opry musical showcase is held at the Palace Theater, 300 Fire Academy.
S. Main St.; phone (817) 481-8733. Wine tastings, car MINILAND is a LEGO re-creation of the Dallas/Fort
shows, carnival rides and a grape stomp are among the Worth area. Designed with toddlers and preschoolers in
highlights of } GrapeFest, held downtown in September. mind, DUPLO Village is a playroom filled with bigger,
Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau: 636 S. Main softer plastic bricks. A factory tour details the LEGO-
St., Grapevine, TX 76051. Phone: (817) 410-3185 or making process. Pirate Beach, a seasonal outdoor water
(800) 457-6338. playground for ages 3 to 10, features water jets, fountains
and waterslides.
Shopping: Grapevine Mills, SR 121N and International Note: Guaranteed-entry tickets, available online, are
Pkwy., features more than 180 outlet stores, including highly recommended during holidays and peak times.
Neiman Marcus Last Call and Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5th. Visitors may have to wait in line. Socks are required for
LEGOLAND DISCOVERY CENTER is in the Grapevine some play areas.
Mills Mall, 3000 Grapevine Mills Pkwy. Visitors can build Time: Allow 2 hours minimum. Phone: (877) 818-1677.
and race LEGO cars; design a LEGO tower and test its fJ
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Resort Hotel. Address: 1501 Gaylord Tr 76051. Facility: This large
convention hotel has rooms with a modern Western sensibility and a
water recreation area where guests can enjoy a lazy river complete with lagoons,
waterslides and a zipline. 1814 units. 9 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee)
and valet. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Dining: 4 restaurants, nightclub.
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Hotel. Address: 2337 S International Pkwy 75261. Facility: Those with overnight
layovers at DFW appreciate this hotel’s extensive workout facility and lively lobby scene.
East-side rooms are quietest; for runway views choose the fifth floor and above. 298
units. 9 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site and valet. Amenities: safes. Pool:
heated outdoor. Activities: steamroom, exercise room, massage. Guest Services: valet
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Hotel. Address: 2334 N International Pkwy 75261. Facility: 811
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246 GROOM — GUADALUPE MOUNTAINS NP, TX
GROOM CROSS OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST is at I-40 exit
• Hotels p. 246 112. The 190-foot-high, 2.5-million-pound cross is visible
up to 20 miles away. Also on the grounds are a replica of
Groom was named for B.B. Groom, an English cattle the Shroud of Turin, a life-size Last Supper display, a 10
breeder who worked as a land agent for the Francklyn Commandments monument, and 14 life-size bronze sta-
Land and Cattle Company. Groom’s ranch on White Deer tions of the cross, including an empty tomb display, Tomb
Creek was noted for its Hereford cattle. Incorporated in of the Unborn and Calvary. Phone: (806) 248-9006.
1911, Groom is located on historic Route 66.
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and Frijole ranches as well as the remains of an Overland
Mail stage station—can be seen in the park.
General Information and Activities
Elevations in the park range from 3,615 ft. at a small
salt basin on the park’s western boundary to 8,751 ft. Guadalupe Mountains National Park and its facilities are
at Guadalupe Peak. Refer to AAA maps for open all year. Information about evening programs and
additional elevation information. other park activities can be obtained at the Pine Springs
Visitor Center (see attraction listing) or the Dog Canyon
Guadalupe Mountains National Park is 110 miles east of Ranger Station.
El Paso on US 62/180. The park’s 86,416 acres occupy a There are no roads through the park. The only major
rugged scenic section of the Guadalupe Mountains and route to the park is US 62/180. This road briefly crosses
include 8,751-foot Guadalupe Peak, the highest elevation the southeast corner of the park and offers views of El
in Texas. Capitán, Guadalupe Peak and the eastern and western
escarpment. Along the route are the ruins of The Pinery,
The mountains are uplifted remains of the Capitán Reef an Overland Mail stage station just east of the Pine
Complex that originated 260-270 million years ago during Springs Visitor Center.
the Permian era when an inland sea covered part of what
is now West Texas and Southern New Mexico. The 400- Three short spurs off US 62/180 lead to McKittrick
mile-long, horseshoe-shaped reef lies exposed in three Canyon, the Pine Springs/Headquarters Visitor Center
places—the Apache, Glass and Guadalupe mountains. campground complex and Frijole Ranch. The Frijole
The Guadalupe Range forms a massive wedge towering Ranch House contains the Frijole Ranch History Museum,
above the West Texas desert; at the apex is the 1,000- which traces the human history of the area from more
foot sheer cliff, El Capitán. than 10,000 years ago to the present.
While the park lacks roads, it does offer 86 miles of
Despite their barren appearance, the Guadalupes en- trails for hikers, ranging from .5 to 18 miles. One of the
compass stands of pine, fir and hardwoods that harbor elk more popular routes begins at the McKittrick Canyon Con-
and mule deer as well as javelinas, a variety of birds and tact Station and progresses through the lush and twisting
an occasional cougar. McKittrick Canyon. This trail, a relatively short 4.8 miles to
By the end of the 19th century the Mescalero Apaches, Pratt Cabin and 6.8 miles to the Grotto and the Hunter
who had hunted and lived in the Guadalupes, had been Line Cabin, is limited to day use.
expelled by the U.S. Army, including the Buffalo Soldiers, An even shorter hike is the 2.3-mile loop from the historic
to make way for westward expansion and ranching activ- Frijole Ranch to Smith and Manzanita Springs and back.
ities. Relics of this period—buildings from the Williams Longer hikes include travel to Guadalupe Peak, The Bowl
GUADALUPE MOUNTAINS NP, TX 247
and the base of El Capitán. Hikers should always carry and MCKITTRICK CANYON is at the end of an access road
drink water—at least one gallon per person per day. off US 62/180 in Guadalupe Mountains National Park. The
A slideshow is offered at the Pine Springs Visitor Center canyon is a mixture of desert, canyon woodland and high-
(see attraction listing). Campgrounds at Pine Springs and land forest. Prickly pear and agave grow at the entrance;
Upper Dog Canyon are open all year on a first-come, first- farther along maples, ferns and wildflowers flourish. At the
served basis. Pine Springs is off US 62/180, and Upper far end, the pine and Douglas fir of the mountain high-
Dog Canyon is at the end of New Mexico SR 137. Tent lands appear. In late October the fall leaves resemble
and RV camping are permitted at a cost of $8 per space northern woods.
per night; no hookups are available.
The closest gasoline stations are 35 miles northeast in Hiking is restricted to designated trails; maps are avail-
White’s City, 50 miles west in Dell City and 65 miles south able at the visitor centers. Phone: (915) 828-3251.
in Van Horn.
VISITOR CENTERS are in two locations in Guadalupe
The brilliant foliage of McKittrick Canyon, Devil’s Hall, Mountains National Park. They provide maps, brochures
Smith Spring and Dog Canyon makes fall the most and information to enhance visits to the park. Phone:
popular season, but the spring also is beautiful and not as (915) 828-3251 for Pine Springs Visitor Center, or (575)
crowded. In general, the summers are warm and winters
981-2418 for Dog Canyon Ranger Station.
mild, with temperatures varying with the altitude. Be
aware that sudden changes in the weather are common McKittrick Canyon Contact Station is at the end of the
and often are accompanied by strong winds, lightning McKittrick Canyon access road off US 62/180 in Guada-
storms and occasional heavy downpours. lupe Mountains National Park. General park information
ADMISSION to the park, valid for 7 days, is $10; free and exhibits about the canyon are offered. Phone: (432)
(ages 0-15). 940-2440 or (915) 828-3251, ext. 2300.
PETS must be on a leash or otherwise physically re- Pine Springs Visitor Center is off US 62/180 at the top
stricted; they are not permitted in public buildings or on of Guadalupe Pass in Guadalupe Mountains National
trails. Park. Exhibits about natural and geologic histories are
ADDRESS inquiries to the Superintendent, Guadalupe housed at the center, which also offers a 13-minute orien-
Mountains National Park, 400 Pine Canyon Rd., Salt Flat, tation slide presentation, schedules of interpretive activ-
TX 79847; phone (915) 828-3251. ities and posted information. Phone: (915) 828-3251.
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• Hotels p. 249 } IWO JIMA MEMORIAL is on the south campus pa-
rade deck of the Marine Military Academy next to
Harlingen International Airport. The original sculpture of
Named for a city in Holland, Harlingen earned a different World War II’s Iwo Jima flag-raising was donated by its
moniker in its early days. Texas Rangers and U.S. Immi- creator, Felix de Weldon, to the academy. This full-scale
gration and Customs officials patrolled the streets and statue was the model used to cast the Marine Corps War
railroad station in an attempt to maintain order in the Memorial for Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia.
border town, then known as ‘‘Six-shooter Junction.’’ Buried next to the Iwo Jima Memorial is Harlon Block, one
Harlingen is the home of the Marine Military Academy. of the six flag-raisers.
The academy, a private school, offers a training program
designed to help its graduates gain admission to top col- Museum displays include items from the battle, brief bi-
leges and universities. Another educational landmark is ographies of the people portrayed in the sculpture, and
the 1928 Bowie Elementary School, a striking example of the Hall of Fame of Iwo Jima Veterans, a series of books
Aztec Revival architecture. that contain information and ‘‘then and now’’ pictures of
Iwo Jima veterans. A video documentary of the battle for
Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce: 311 E. Tyler Iwo Jima is shown daily. Time: Allow 1 hour minimum.
Ave., Harlingen, TX 78550. Phone: (956) 423-5440. Phone: (956) 421-9234 or (800) 365-6006.
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Hotel. Address: 1725 W Filmore Ave 78550. Location: Located in a commercial area.
Facility: 114 units. 3 stories, interior corridors. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Pool: outdoor.
Activities: hot tub, picnic facilities, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin
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HEREFORD the white-faced cattle first bred in Hereford County, Eng-

• Hotels p. 250 land. The area leads the state in cattle and agricultural
production.
Known as the ‘‘town without a toothache,’’ Hereford has
a water supply high in natural fluoride, resulting in a low Deaf Smith County Chamber of Commerce: 701 N.
rate of dental decay. Dubbed ‘‘Beef Capital of the World’’ Main St., P.O. Box 192, Hereford, TX 79045. Phone:
because of its abundance of cattle, the city is named for (806) 364-3333.
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• Hotels p. 251 factory outlet stores, including Polo Ralph Lauren and Nike.
Known as the ‘‘antique capital of I-35,’’ Hillsboro boasts mul-
Hillsboro was established in the frontier tradition in the tiple antique-shopping hot spots in the downtown area.
early 1800s. In fact, its first courthouse was a log cabin. TEXAS HERITAGE MUSEUM is on the Hill College
Once a major cotton producer, the town is still rich in ag- campus at 112 Lamar Dr. The museum explores the war
riculture and is a gateway to Lake Whitney, a popular rec- experiences of Texans from 1836 to the present. Galleries
reational spot. See Recreation Areas Chart. feature wartime artifacts, uniforms and weapons, with a
Hillsboro Convention and Visitors Bureau: 115 N. Cov- special section dedicated to Texan Audie Murphy, World
ington St., P.O. Box 358, Hillsboro, TX 76645. Phone: War II’s most decorated U.S. combat soldier. Phone:
(254) 582-2481 or (800) 445-5726. (254) 659-7750.
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• Hotels p. 251
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HORSESHOE BAY
• Hotels p. 252
A HORSESHOE BAY RESORT BOOK NOW 830/598-8600

Resort Hotel. Address: 200 Hi Cir N 78657. Location: Waterfront. Facility: Elegant
rooms with traditional décor vary in size and design. To enhance your stay, upgrade to a
balcony room. Resort activities include a kids club, a full spa with an exercise pool and a
salon. 400 units, some two bedrooms, three bedrooms, efficiencies and kitchens. 2-7
stories, interior/exterior corridors. Parking: on-site and valet. Terms: check-in 4 pm.
Amenities: safes. Dining: 3 restaurants. Pool: outdoor, heated outdoor. Activities:
sauna, hot tub, steamroom, cabanas, motor boats, self-propelled boats, marina, fishing,
scuba diving, regulation golf, par 3 golf, tennis, recreation programs, kids club, bicycles,
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Houston one geographic area. And top-notch museums, galleries

Destination Area Map ................................................ 254 and cultural establishments flourish in the Museum Dis-
trict. The nickname H-Town originated in the entertain-
Fast Facts ............................................................................. 255 ment community, where everyone’s heard of the H-Town
Must Do: AAA Editor’s Picks ............................... 256 Blues Festival, the Arena Theatre and the Houston-born
hip-hop band H-Town, which made its debut in 1992.
1-day Itinerary ................................................................... 257
Before there was a Houston there was a Harrisburg, a
Top Picks for Kids .......................................................... 258 maritime trading post founded in 1824 by John Harris. In
Arriving ..................................................................................... 259 1829 Harris died, leaving his brothers to resolve the in-
heritance of the town.
Getting Around ................................................................. 259
In 1836, the inheritance still unresolved, Augustus and
Shopping ................................................................................ 260 John Allen attempted to purchase the town but felt the
Nightlife .................................................................................... 260 price was too high. They found a suitable plot of land near
the junction of Buffalo and White Oak bayous and estab-
Big Events ............................................................................ 261 lished Houston, named for Gen. Sam Houston, who had
Sports & Rec ...................................................................... 261 just defeated the Mexicans at nearby San Jacinto.
Performing Arts ................................................................ 262 A 2,500-mile network of bayous flows through Houston,
providing habitat for diverse plant and animal species
Attractions ............................................................................. 262 and a playground for outdoor enthusiasts. They also
Sightseeing .......................................................................... 265 have contributed to the town’s economic success. The
Hotels ........................................................................................ 267 Space Center Houston / Courtesy of Space Center Houston
Restaurants ......................................................................... 274

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Then & Now

Space City. H-Town. Bayou City. Capital of the Sunbelt.
Clutch City. The Big Heart. Whatever you choose to call it,
one thing’s for certain: Houston is, well, a little bit of ev-
erything, with entertainment, commerce and a ton of
places to eat.
Space City is Houston’s only official nickname. Because
of the city’s proximity to NASA’s Johnson Space Center,
the first word uttered by the first man on the moon in July
1969 was ‘‘Houston.’’ In Tranquillity Park, which com-
memorates the Apollo 11 mission, you’ll find mounds and
depressions that resemble the lunar surface and towers
that look like rockets. And don’t pass up a trip to Space
Center Houston, where you can learn all about space
exploration.
Houston is also known for its vibrant arts and entertain-
ment scene. The downtown Theater District boasts the
nation’s second-largest concentration of theater seats in
i Destination Houston
This map shows cities in the Houston vicinity where you will find attractions, hotels and restaurants.
Anahuac................................50 Humble................................312 Pasadena...........................381 The Woodlands..............495

Baytown..............................103 Katy.......................................324 Rosenberg.........................405 Tomball................................498
Channelview.....................127 Kemah.................................328 Seabrook............................473 Webster...............................511
Cleveland...........................129 Kingwood...........................333 Shenandoah.....................475 Winnie..................................515
Conroe.................................136 La Porte..............................338 Spring...................................481
Dayton.................................181 Montgomery......................369 Stafford................................484
Deer Park...........................182 Nassau Bay......................371 Sugar Land.......................486
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FAST FACTS
north of downtown on US 59, is served by major domestic
ABOUT THE CITY and international airlines. William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to
the south handles domestic flights and, flights to Mexico and
POP: 1,953,631 • ELEV: 39 ft. the Caribbean via Southwest Airlines.
MONEY RENTAL CARS: Hertz, 2120 Louisiana St., offers discounts
to AAA members; phone (713) 652-0436 or (800) 654-3080.
SALES TAX: Municipalities may impose additional rates of
up to 2 percent on the statewide 6.25 percent sales tax.
Sales tax in the city of Houston is 8.25 percent; rates vary in Visit AAA.com/roadtrips
the suburbs. The hotel occupancy tax in Houston is 17
percent.
RAIL SERVICE: The Amtrak rail station is at 902 Wash-
WHOM TO CALL ington Ave.; for train schedule and ticket information phone
(713) 224-1577 or (800) 872-7245. METRORail light rail ser-
EMERGENCY: 911 vice connects downtown, the Museum District, Texas
POLICE (non-emergency): (713) 884-3131 Medical Center and NRG Stadium and costs $1.25 for
one-way service and $2.50 for round-trip service; ages 0-5
FIRE (non-emergency): (713) 834-3131 ride free.
TIME AND TEMPERATURE: (713) 222-8463 BUSES: The Greyhound Lines Inc. bus station is at 2121 S.
HOSPITALS: Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center, (281) Main St.; phone (713) 759-6565 or (800) 231-2222.
890-4285 • Memorial Hermann–Texas Medical Center, TAXIS: You can hire a taxi at cab stands near the major ho-
(713) 704-4000 • Houston Northwest Medical Center, (281) tels in the downtown area or phone for one. One of the
440-1000 • Houston Methodist Hospital, (713) 790-3311 larger companies is Yellow Cab, (713) 236-1111. The stan-
• Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center, (832) 355-1000 • West dard fare is $4.75 for the first mile and $2.20 for each mile
Houston Medical Center, (281) 558-3444. thereafter. A surcharge of up to $2.80 is added for trips be-
tween 8 p.m. and 6 a.m.
VISITOR INFORMATION
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: Air-conditioned buses criss-
Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau: 1331 cross the city and suburbs. Limited and local fares are
Lamar St., Suite 700, Houston, TX 77010. Phone: (713) $1.25. Passengers must have exact change. Park-and-ride
437-5200 or (800) 446-8786. bus fares range from $2 to $4.50 and vary according to lo-
cation. For details phone METRO Transit Authorities, (713)
TRANSPORTATION 635-4000.
AIR TRAVEL: Houston has two airports for visitors with air- BOATS: Houston is a leading world seaport, and the Port of
line flights. Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), 23 miles Houston accommodates passenger ships.
conversion of the winding, marshy Buffalo Bayou into the Because there are no zoning ordinances, Houston has
Houston Ship Channel precipitated rapid industrial experienced unrestricted development. This has resulted
growth. With cotton reigning as king in Houston at the turn in the city having more than one skyline and being a
of the 20th century, textile mills the world over received proving ground for innovative architecture. The Astro-
and processed this commodity. The timber-, cotton- and dome, billed as the ‘‘eighth wonder of the world’’ when it
cattle-shipping town morphed into a major seaport (de- opened in 1965, set a futuristic standard for stadium con-
spite its location 50 miles inland from the Gulf of Mexico) struction. Minute Maid Park and NRG Stadium have ush-
and one of the energy capitals of the world. ered in a new generation of sports complexes.
The 20th century brought the discovery of oil, un- Speaking of sports complexes, watching the Houston
leashing the potential of the refining and petrochemical Rockets shoot three-pointers at Toyota Center is a fun di-
industries. With petroleum, Houston became a boomtown. version. Houston took its Clutch City nickname from the
In 1940 Houston was ranked as the country’s 27th most Rockets’ furry mascot, Clutch the Bear, after the team cap-
populous city; by the late 1980s it had soared to 4th. tured two consecutive NBA championships in 1994-95.
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Houston certainly has a lot to brag about, but its resi- boat on McGovern Lake, ride the miniature train or
dents are bighearted—not bigheaded. It’s the town’s gen- enjoy free entertainment at Miller Outdoor Theatre.
erosity, in fact, that yielded the moniker The Big Heart. ● If you’re looking for things for couples to do, consider
After Hurricane Katrina wreaked havoc on neighboring catching a show at The Hobby Center for the
Louisiana, Houstonians provided some 150,000 survivors Performing Arts (800 Bagby St.), the crown jewel of
with shelter, food and medical care. Houston’s 17-block Theater District. The glass-walled
contemporary building affords terrific views of the city
Must Do: AAA Editor’s Picks skyline and neighboring parks and houses two
theaters and an impressive Grand Lobby.
● Spend a few hours of your trip exploring history,
science and art in the Houston Museum District, a ● The Houston Galleria mall (5085 Westheimer Rd.)
cluster of museums within walking distance of one features 375-plus stores in addition to eateries and an
another. } The Menil Collection (1533 Sul Ross ice-skating rink. Enjoy wandering around this
St.), with its changing exhibits, single-artist architectural stunner that’s been touted as Houston’s
installations and outdoor sculptures, is a must-see for top shopping destination.
art lovers. If you have kids in tow, let them burn off ● Take a leisurely drive through River Oaks, an
excess energy in the 14 fun-filled galleries at über-exclusive neighborhood within the I-610 Loop
} Children’s Museum Houston (1500 Binz St.). between downtown and uptown whose stately
● Also in the Museum District is 445-acre Hermann mansions all come with impeccably groomed lawns
Park (6001 Fannin St.), where a number of Houston and hefty price tags. The community was developed
highlights are wrapped up in one pretty package. in the 1920s by brothers William and Michael Hogg;
Meet 6,000 animals at Houston Zoo (6200 Hermann they lived with their sister, renowned philanthropist
Park Dr.), view fascinating exhibits at Houston Ima Hogg, in the gorgeous Southern plantation home
Museum of Natural Science (5555 Hermann Park that’s now } Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Dr.), unwind in the Japanese Garden, rent a pedal (6003 Memorial Dr.), a wing of The Museum of Fine
Arts, Houston (1001 Bissonnet St.). Stop in and see
the superb collection of American decorative arts
dating from the Colonial era to the mid-19th century.
Enjoy a nearby local restaurant while you’re here.
● Don a space helmet, hop aboard a simulator and get
ready to defy gravity at } Space Center Houston
(1601 NASA Pkwy.). Authentic spacecraft, spacesuits
and historic memorabilia plus behind-the-scenes tours
provide a mesmerizing lesson in space exploration
that is sure to be a highlight of your vacation.
● Have a picnic in Tranquillity Park (downtown,
bounded by Smith, Walker, Bagby and Rusk sts.),
then work off some calories on a ‘‘moon walk’’ across
the park’s grounds, which feature depressions and
mounds that resemble the lunar surface. Snap a
photo or two of the signature 32-level fountain and
the five rocket-like towers that rise from it.
● Take yourself out to the ballgame at } Minute Maid
Park (501 Crawford St.) and root, root, root for the
home team, the MLB’s Houston Astros. Even if you
can’t catch a game, a guided tour of this
state-of-the-art, retractable-roofed stadium is a must.
● Basketball fans can score tickets to watch the NBA’s
Houston Rockets throw down reverse dunks at
Toyota Center (1510 Polk St.), a 750,000-square-foot,
LEED-certified arena spanning six blocks in the heart
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● Let a seasoned guide educate and entertain you on a building on Sul Ross Street are changing exhibits
walking, bus or van tour of the downtown area. ranging from medieval antiquities to contemporary
Houston Historical Tours usually depart from City European paintings. Be sure to check out the Rothko
Hall (901 Bagby St.) and offer a variety of themed Chapel (3900 Yupon St.), the Dan Flavin installation
excursions highlighting the city’s stadiums, parks, at Richmond Hall (1500 Richmond Ave.) and the Cy
historic buildings, observation decks, underground Twombly Gallery (1501 Branard St.).
tunnels and art displays.
● If art just isn’t your thing, spend the afternoon
enjoying all that Hermann Park (6001 Fannin St.
Houston 1- day Itinerary across from Rice University) has to offer. At Houston
AAA editors suggest these activities for a great short Museum of Natural Science (5555 Hermann Park
vacation experience. Dr.), admire the dazzling emeralds and sapphires in
Morning the gem vault, explore the butterfly house, stargaze in
● Start your morning off with a picnic breakfast and a the planetarium and watch a film in the Wortham
leisurely walk in Tranquillity Park, downtown next to Giant Screen Theatre. The 445-acre park also is
City Hall (bounded by Smith, Walker, Bagby and Rusk home to Houston Zoo (6200 Hermann Park Dr.), a
sts.). Named for the Apollo 11 astronauts’ lunar Japanese garden, an outdoor theater and a lake.
landing site, this shady oasis features crater-like
areas reminiscent of the moon’s surface, a fountain
with stainless-steel cylindrical towers that look just like
rocket boosters, and a replica of the first human
footprint left on the moon.
● Familiarize yourself with the town on a guided bus or
van tour. Several tours of different themes and
durations are offered through Houston Historical
Tours which usually depart from City Hall (901 Bagby
St.). Opt for a tour that lasts between 1 and 4 hours,
or choose a slightly longer one that includes a lunch
break. Pickup and drop-off service is an added plus.
● As an alternative, join a guided walking tour of
} Minute Maid Park (501 Crawford St.). (Though a
10 a.m. tour is almost always offered Monday through
Saturday, it’s a good idea to confirm the schedule
before arriving). The renovated 1911 train terminal
next door and the antique locomotive that chugs
along the track on the left-field wall serve as
reminders of the railroad industry’s significant role in
Houston’s growth and development.
Afternoon
● Hop the METRORail to the Houston Museum District.
There are a whopping 19 museums to choose from,
so you could spend days immersing yourself in art,
science, culture and just about every other genre
imaginable. Fortunately, the district’s major points of
interest lie within a walkable 1.5-mile radius of the
Mecom Fountain, the glistening landmark at the
center of the traffic circle at Main Street, Montrose
Boulevard and Hermann Drive. You’ll find a variety of
local restaurants nearby where you can stop for
lunch.
● A visit to } The Menil Collection campus (1533 Sul
Ross St.) should be on every art lover’s agenda.
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Evening Top Picks for Kids
● Set out for a night in the Theater District. Get tickets Under 13
to a show at The Hobby Center for the Performing ● } Children’s Museum Houston, 1500 Binz St.,
Arts (800 Bagby St.); arrive early to enjoy the (713) 522-1138, offers 90,000 square feet filled with
elaborate Grand Lobby and the contemporary art fun, interactive exhibits for children ages 12 and
displays. under. Older kids can use math skills in Cyberchase,
test their agility in the Challenge Course and
● Another evening entertainment option is Downtown showcase their creativity in the Maker Annex, while
Aquarium (410 Bagby St). This Theater District the Tot Spot has activities to engage infants and
highlight brings you face-to-face with more than 500 toddlers.
species of sea creatures and provides
● Children ages 12 and under are admitted free every
amusement-style fun with a Ferris wheel, a carousel
and a train ride through a shark tank. When hunger day at The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, 1001
strikes, head to the second floor to Aquarium Bissonnet, (713) 639-7300. The museum houses
Restaurant, where you can feast on fresh seafood more than 65,000 works of art from around the world,
while watching hundreds of fish swim around a along with fascinating temporary exhibitions. Drop into
150,000-gallon saltwater tank. the Kinder Foundation Education Center first, where
staff can suggest ways for your family to make the
most of your visit.
● Barnaby’s Café, 1801 Binz St., (713) 874-1454, is a
kid-friendly restaurant in the museum district that
serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with an extensive
menu offering something for everyone in the family,
from healthy eaters to the mac and cheese brigade.
● When it comes to fun things to do with kids, you
can’t beat a great zoo. Little ones will love seeing
elephants, giraffes, lions and more than 6,000 other
animals at the Houston Zoo, 6200 Hermann Park
Dr., (713) 533-6500. The McGovern Children’s Zoo
features a petting zoo, playground and live shows.
Teens
● The Boardwalk Bullet, a 96-foot-tall wooden
rollercoaster, twists and turns as fast as 51 miles per
hour just a few feet from Galveston Bay at Kemah
Boardwalk, 215 Kipp Ave., Kemah, (877) 285-3624.
This fun spot on the waterfront features carnival rides,
shops and dining. In the summer, enjoy ‘‘Rock the
Dock’’ concerts on Thursday nights and fireworks
every Friday.
● Sharks, stingrays and other fish swim past your table
in a 50,000-gallon tank in Aquarium Restaurant, 11
Kemah Boardwalk, Kemah, (281) 334-9010. This
underwater-themed casual spot is a fun place for
lunch or dinner where you can feast on seafood,
steak, chicken, pasta or burgers, then visit the
stingray touch tank and view piranhas, scorpions,
snakes and tarantulas in the rainforest exhibit.
● Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown, 21300
I-45 N., Spring, (281) 353-7946, is a great place to
cool off from May through September. Speed through
the 60-foot-tall Alien Chaser, drop down the 7-story
Brain Drain or catch the always-perfect wave on the
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and float down the Paradise River. At dusk, head to spiral out from central downtown, not adhering to a north-
the wave pool for a ‘‘Dive In Movie.’’ south or east-west format.
All Ages The speed limit downtown is 35 mph or as posted. Rush
● } Space Center Houston, 1601 E. NASA Pkwy., hours generally occur Monday through Friday from 7 to 9
(281) 244-2100, is a must-see if you’re planning a trip a.m. and from 4 to 6 p.m. Right turns on red are permitted
to Houston. See spacecraft including Gemini V and unless otherwise posted.
Apollo 17, and walk inside the Skylab Trainer Module Parking
where the first astronauts prepared for space travel.
Metered parking is available and operational Monday
Go behind the scenes at Johnson Space Center on a
through Saturday 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., with an average rate of
tram tour, or experience an action-packed space
$1.50 per hour. A Downtown Hopper Pass allowing visi-
adventure on a simulator ride. Little ones will enjoy
tors to park at spaces throughout the central business dis-
interactive exhibits in the Kids Space Place.
trict is available for $7 and can be purchased at any pay
● You’ll find four floors of fascinating exhibits, along station.
with a butterfly habitat, planetarium and giant screen
theater, at the Houston Museum of Natural There are many commercial lots and garages down-
Science, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., (713) 639-4629. town. The usual fee is $2 for the first 20 minutes, $5 per
Dinosaur fans will love the paleontology hall, one of hour and $15 per day. Theater district parking garages
the country’s largest with 60 skeleton mounts
including three T. Rex.
● Not far from the museum district is Picnic, 1928
Bissonet (713) 524-0201, a bakery and coffee shop
where you can pick up boxed lunch to take to a
nearby park, or you can dine in. A variety of
sandwiches, house-made breads, soups, salads,
cookies and pastries are available.
● If your trip is in late February to mid-March, don’t
miss the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, 1
NRG Pkwy., (832) 667-1000. It has what is said to be
the world’s largest livestock exhibition and a
prestigious horse show, along with competitions,
concerts, a carnival and children’s activities.
Arriving
By Car
Entering Houston from the north, I-45 continues through
town, exits southeast toward Space Center Houston at
Clear Lake City and continues to Galveston. Hardy Toll
Road parallels I-45 from north of Spring to I-610, which
circles the city. I-10 enters the city from Louisiana, points
east via Beaumont and picks up again as I-10 going to
San Antonio.
From the northwest, US 290 connects Houston with
Austin. From the northeast, US 59 runs from Texarkana
through Houston to Victoria and the Mexican border.
Getting Around
Street System
Before tackling the freeway system, it is wise to study a
city map, as getting to your destination can be tricky.
Freeways encircle and crisscross the city; names often
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charge $6 on weekends, beginning at 5 p.m. on Friday. Nightlife
Some places of business compensate for parking fees by When it comes to nightlife, Houston has something for
stamping your parking ticket. everyone. Whether you’re eager to head out to a boot-
Shopping scootin’ honky tonk, hit a high-energy dance club or kick
back with some smooth jazz or an improv show, you’ll find
Whether you seek a 12-carat emerald or a $12 scarf, plenty of fun places to go during your Houston vacation.
you are sure to find what you need in one of Houston’s
large department stores. Neiman Marcus, in the If you’re looking for romantic things for couples to do,
Houston Galleria at 5085 Westheimer Rd. on the city’s you’ll find the perfect atmosphere at La Carafe (813 Con-
west side, is equipped to handle the wants of millionaires gress Ave.). This cozy, candlelit wine bar is in Houston’s
and eccentrics as well as those of browsers. The Galle- oldest commercial building still in use, dating back to the
ria’s 375 other stores include Macy’s, Nordstrom and Civil War era. With a robust wine list and a jukebox fea-
Saks Fifth Avenue, along with places to eat and an ice- turing jazz and oldies, this is the ideal place for a date-
skating rink. night drink. Phone (713) 229-9399.
The warm glow of dozens of reproduction Tiffany lamps
Other malls offering restaurants, small shops, depart-
at Nouveau Antique Art Venue (2913 S. Main St.) cre-
ment stores and entertainment areas include Baybrook
ates a unique and relaxing setting for drinks and conver-
Mall, 500 Baybrook Mall Dr. in Friendswood; Highland
sation. The spacious venue, with antique Art Nouveau
Village, 4055 Westheimer Rd.; Memorial City Mall, 303
furnishings, is often booked for weddings on weekends
Memorial City Way; Town & Country Village, 12850 Me-
but offers drink specials and fun things to do during the
morial Dr.; Uptown Park, 1121 Uptown Park Blvd.; and
week, making it a great spot for a group outing. Phone
Willowbrook Mall, 2000 Willowbrook Mall at SR 249 and
(713) 526-2220.
FM 1960.
13 celsius (3000 Caroline St.) is a European wine bar
There also are an eclectic mix of independent shops in a 1920s Mediterranean-style building that housed a dry
and well-known retailers at Rice Village, 2400 University cleaning business until 2004. Restored to include a 40-
Blvd., near Rice University. Old Town Spring, north on foot antique marble bar, it’s now an elegant nightspot of-
I-45 at exit 70A at 403 Main St., has antique and specialty fering wines from around the world, along with a wide
shops, galleries and restaurants in 180 restored Victorian selection of craft beers and small plates featuring cheese
cottages along tree-lined streets. It’s a great vacation stop and charcuterie, panini and handmade truffles. Phone
to find one-of-a-kind items. (713) 529-8466.
Urban cowboys and cowgirls will find boots, hats and If you’ve been to Austin, the name of The Continental
other Western garb at Cavender’s, which you’ll find at Club (3700 S. Main St.) may ring a bell. It’s an extension
10102 Gulf Frwy. Service Rd. (off I-45), 13580 East Frwy. of Austin’s legendary live music venue, and for nearly two
(off I-10), 2505 S. Loop W. (off I-610) and 14031 North- decades has welcomed some of the world’s biggest music
west Frwy. (off US 290). names to its stage, as well as a steady line-up of great
Antique lovers can forage for vintage treasures in local bands. Phone (713) 529-9899.
Lower Westheimer (also called the Westheimer Curve), If you love jazz, Cezanne (4100 Montrose Blvd.) is a
between Montrose Boulevard and Dunlavy Street. must during your trip. Widely known as a premier jazz
Most stores are open Mon.-Sat. 9-9. Most shopping venue, it features two sets each Friday and Saturday
centers are open Mon.-Sat. 10-9 and Sun. noon-6. night; phone (713) 522-9621.
Kemah Boardwalk, 20 miles south of Houston off I-45 For all the charms of sitting in a cozy spot chatting and
at exit 25 at 215 Kipp Ave., is a waterfront complex of listening to jazz, sometimes you just want to cut loose!
shops, restaurants and amusements, including a Ferris Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar (1201 Fannin St., No. 310) is
wheel and roller coaster. It is truly a shopping destination one of the most fun places to go, where you can sip deli-
that can’t be missed. Katy Mills, 25 miles west of cious cocktails and sing along to rockin’ piano tunes—
Houston at 5000 Katy Mills Cir., offers 1.3 million square even the servers and bar staff sing and dance here.
feet of designer outlet shopping; a Bass Pro Shops Out- Phone (713) 337-7383.
door World, with a 20,000-gallon aquarium, wildlife ex- What’s a trip to Texas without some country and
hibits and sporting demonstrations; and more than 20 western music? Just minutes from downtown, Stampede
restaurants. Deal-seekers flock to Tanger Outlets, 5885 (11925 Eastex Frwy. A) has it all. Listen to live country
Gulf Frwy., for savings on items like clothing, jewelry, music, join the boot-clad crowd two-stepping around the
shoes and accessories; stores include Calvin Klein, Mi- vast dance floor and, if you dare, try your luck on the me-
chael Kors and Reebok. chanical bull. Phone (281) 219-2006.
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Firehouse Saloon (5930 Southwest Frwy.) is a rol- 462-6647 or (877) 268-4275, play football at the TDECU
licking honky-tonk-style venue not far from downtown Stadium. The NBA’s Houston Rockets, (713) 627-3865,
where you can hear Houston’s hottest country acts per- play basketball in Toyota Center. The 19,000-seat arena
form. With wooden floors, cowboy boots hanging from the also hosts professional boxing and wrestling events;
ceiling and picnic tables for seating, it’s one of the best phone (713) 758-7200.
places to go with friends for a fun night filled with country
The various Rice University Owls teams, (713)
and western music. Phone (281) 513-1995.
522-6957, draw large crowds to their 70,000-seat facility.
Looking for some family-friendly laughs during your trip?
Head to CSz (2222, 2201 Preston St.) to see Houston’s Rodeos always are sellouts, particularly those pre-
longest running comedy show, ComedySportz. On Friday sented by The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo;
and Saturday nights, two teams of improv pros compete phone (832) 667-1000.
in hysterical improv games featuring scenes, songs and Houston has many public tennis courts. Golf is avail-
games based on audience suggestions. Phone (713) able at many public courses in the city: Bear Creek, (281)
868-1444. 859-8188, at 16001 Clay Rd.; Memorial Park, (713)
Big Events 862-4033, at 1001 Memorial Loop Dr. E.; and Woodlands
The rodeo opens the Houston Livestock Show and Resort and Conference Center, (281) 882-3000, at 2311
Rodeo at NRG Stadium in March if your trip falls at this N. Millbend Dr.
time of year. The River Oaks Garden Club sponsors the
Azalea Trail through River Oaks in March, when many
houses and gardens are open to the public. For golf
lovers, the Houston Open is played in late March at the
Redstone Golf Club in Humble. Add it to your list of
things to do if you vacation here during the Open.
During Houston Art Car Parade Weekend in April, a
parade showcases cars and other wheeled objects turned
polychromatic works of art.
A 16th-century English village is re-created 50 miles
northwest of Houston in Todd Mission, between Planters-
ville and Magnolia, for the Texas Renaissance Festival.
You won’t have to look for restaurants because the fes-
tival serves up amazing food and hosts merchants, craft
booths, entertainers, street characters, royalty, jousting,
games and skills of the period on weekends from early
October to late November. From late October to early No-
vember the George R. Brown Convention Center hosts
the 4-day International Quilt Festival.
If you travel here around the holidays, head downtown
for the Thanksgiving Day Parade, a tradition since 1950.
In mid-December, the Houston Chamber Choir presents
traditional Christmas carols along with newer holiday fa-
vorites at Christmas at the Villa, held at the Chapel of
the Villa da Matel.
Sports & Rec
Sports thrive in Houston. Major League Baseball’s
Houston Astros, (713) 259-8000, play at Minute Maid
Park. Houston’s NFL football team, the Houston
Texans, (832) 667-2002, hits the turf at NRG Stadium.
Major League Soccer’s Houston Dynamo, (713)
276-7500, and Texas Southern University’s Tigers foot-
ball team, (713) 547-3000, call BBVA Compass Stadium
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Polo is played near Memorial Park at the Houston Texas Ave.; phone (713) 220-5700. Stages Repertory
Polo Club, 8552 Memorial Drive at I-610; phone (713) Theatre, 3201 Allen Pkwy., is a performing arts company
681-8571. for original works and children’s theater; phone (713)
Challenger Seven Memorial Park, 2301 W. NASA 527-0123. The Revention Music Center at 520 Texas
Blvd. in Webster, (713) 440-1587, and Mercer Arboretum Ave. in Bayou Place attracts big-name performers and
and Botanic Gardens, 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd. in touring productions, so consider adding this to your vaca-
Humble, (713) 274-4160, contain hiking trails as well as tion itinerary; phone (713) 230-1600. In addition to various
picnic areas. Memorial Park, 6501 Memorial Dr., features performances, two art galleries can be found at Diverse-
6 miles of running trails as well as paths for bicycling and Works Artspace, 3400 Main St., a top destination if art is
skating; phone (713) 863-8403. Track cycling can be your thing; phone (713) 223-8346.
found at the Alkek Velodrome in Cullen Park, 19008 March through October the Miller Outdoor Theatre in
Saums Rd.; phone (281) 578-0858. Hermann Park presents free musicals and dramas as well
Tom Bass Regional Park Section II is at 3602 Fellows as ballets and the Houston Symphony. Rock concerts are
Rd. and contains jogging and nature trails as well as a 20- held at Toyota Center. If you are looking at summer va-
acre spring-fed fishing lake. Visitors can enjoy canoeing cation packages, be sure to check out the shows and add
and a view of Houston’s skyline from Buffalo Bayou. them to your things to do list.
Boating is popular at Clear Lake Park, 5001 NASA INSIDER INFO:
Pkwy.
CityPASS
Cypress Trails Equestrian Center at 21415 Cypress- Houston CityPASS tickets save travelers 40 percent on
wood Dr. in the town of Humble offers horseback riding combined admission to select Houston attractions. For
trips along the trails threading through the undeveloped one price, you pay the admission to five top sites in the
land around George Bush Intercontinental Airport. The city.
equestrian center offers rides at other locations as well;
phone (281) 446-7232. A Houston CityPASS ticket includes prepaid admission
to Space Center Houston (NASA), plus your choice of
Horse racing, both Thoroughbred and quarter horse, four of the following attractions: Downtown Aquarium,
takes place at the Sam Houston Race Park, 7575 N. Houston Museum of Natural Science, Houston Zoo, a
Sam Houston Pkwy. W. Simulcast racing is available daily. Kemah Boardwalk All Day Ride Pass, Children’s Museum
Phone (281) 807-8700. Houston, or the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.
Note: Policies concerning admittance of children to pari- The Houston CityPASS may be purchased here, at city-
mutuel betting facilities vary. Phone for information. PASS.com and at the participating attractions. Tickets are
Performing Arts valid for nine consecutive days starting with and including
the first day of use.
Houston has been musically inclined from its earliest
days, and many of the fun things to do in the city involve Note: Reservations may be required at some attrac-
music. A wide variety of musical entertainment, ranging tions. Please check for updated attraction information be-
from classical to modern, is currently available in the city. fore you visit.
The stage of Jones Hall, 615 Louisiana St., is used
throughout the year for productions by the Houston Sym-
phony Orchestra, so no matter when you schedule your
trip, you are likely to catch a show; phone (832) 487-7050, Explore Things To Do,
and the Society for the Performing Arts; phone (713)
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the home of the Houston Grand Opera, phone (832)
487-7000, and the Houston Ballet; phone (713)
ART CAR MUSEUM is at 140 Heights Blvd. Housed in a
227-2787.
distinctive scrap metal and chrome structure designed by
The dramatic arts have flourished in the city. The cen- car artist David Best, the Art Car Museum exhibits con-
terpiece of the downtown theater district is The Hobby temporary art by local, national and international artists,
Center for the Performing Arts, 800 Bagby St.; phone with an emphasis on art cars. Phone: (713) 861-5526.
(713) 315-2525. The center is the home of Theatre Under
the Stars, phone (713) 558-8887; and Broadway Across
America Houston, phone (800) 952-6560. Professional
repertory can be found downtown at Alley Theatre, 615
} BAYOU BEND COLLECTION AND GARDENS is
4.5 mi. w. via Memorial Dr., then .5 mi. s. to 6003
Memorial Dr. The American decorative arts collection of
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The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (see attraction listing thinkers and energetic explorers under age 2 have their
p. 265) is housed in the former home of philanthropist and own playspace in Tot*Spot. Other areas of interest include
collector Miss Ima Hogg. Displayed in more than 28 pe- Challenge Course, FlowWorks, How Does It Work?, In-
riod room settings, the collection traces the evolution in ventor’s Workshop, Kids’ Hall, Kidtropolis, USA, Matter
American style from the Colonial period to the mid-19th Factory, PowerPlay Fitness Adventure, Seasons of
century. More than 2,600 works include ceramics, furni- Sharing and SECRET Spy Game.
ture, glass, paintings, paper, silver and textiles. Outside, the solar-powered EcoStation is home to a na-
The house is surrounded by 14 acres of woodlands and tive plant garden, pond habitat and a research pavilion
formal gardens with imported and native plants. Self- with microscopes for looking at specimens.
guiding tours of the garden are available with a cell phone The Challenge Course and Power Play are temporarily
audio option. The Lora Jean Kilroy Visitor and Education closed; phone ahead for details. Time: Allow 2 hours
Center features exhibits, videos and a library. minimum. Phone: (713) 522-1138. J
Closed on Mon. No reservations are required for guided
tours. Visitors can use a cell phone audio option or a tour DOWNTOWN AQUARIUM, 410 Bagby St., brings visitors
handout for self-guiding tours. Phone: (713) 639-7750. up close to more than 500 species of marine life including
stingrays, sawfish, sharks and eels. White Tigers of the
f Maharaha’s Temple is among the aquarium’s seven
BUFFALO BAYOU PARK spans from Shepherd Dr. to themed areas. Visitors can touch and feed stingrays at
Sabine St. between Memorial Dr. and Allen Pkwy. This Stingray Reef. The attraction also contains such amuse-
160-acre green space surrounding Buffalo Bayou offers ment rides as a carousel, a Ferris wheel with views of the
hiking and biking trails with views of the Houston skyline, downtown Houston skyline, and Shark Voyage, a train
public artworks, a fountain, a nature play area and a dog ride through a shark tank.
park. The Waugh Drive Bridge crossing Buffalo Bayou is Time: Allow 1 hour, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (713)
home to a large colony of Mexican free-tailed bats that 223-3474. J
can be viewed each evening as they emerge from be-
neath the bridge to feed on insects. Phone: (713) THE HEALTH MUSEUM is at 1515 Hermann Dr.
752-0314. G M q Throughout the museum, computer simulators, video
touch screens and interactive exhibits provide hands-on
BUFFALO SOLDIERS NATIONAL MUSEUM is at 3816 learning about health and the workings of the human
Caroline St. The museum chronicles the contributions of body. In the DeBakey Cell Lab, hands-on exhibits focus
African American soldiers, going back to as early as 1867 on cellular biology with an emphasis on teaching about
in the Indian Wars. Uniforms, photographs, documents how to test cheek cells, analyze sheep’s blood and ex-
and other memorabilia are on display, and historical reen- ploring the enzymes in saliva. Visitors can take a tour of
actments and lectures are offered. Time: Allow 1 hour, 30 the human body and learn about organs and bones inside
minutes minimum. Phone: (713) 942-8920. f the Amazing Body Pavilion.
Time: Allow 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (713)
} CHILDREN’S MUSEUM HOUSTON is at 1500
Binz St. Interactive exhibits in 20 galleries represent
such subjects as science, math, technology, culture and
521-1515.
HERMANN PARK is at 6100 Hermann Park Dr., opposite
the arts. Zoom into an out-of-this-world math adventure Rice University in the Houston Museum District. The 445-
in Cyberchase where those over age 3 can tackle math acre park contains a zoo, a museum, a miniature train, a
with hands-on activities based on the PBS show water playground, golf and picnic facilities and trails for
Cyberchase—The Chase is On. Take a look at South Ko- jogging and bicycling. McGovern Lake offers pedal-boat
rean culture through the eyes of children in Seoul in the rentals and a haven for migratory birds. The five-acre Jap-
Heart and Seoul exhibit. Whether youngsters want to push anese Garden features a tea house, waterfall and pond.
their imaginations by creating or building objects from Free entertainment is offered at Miller Outdoor Theatre
various gadgets and materials in Invention Convention or March through November.
Genius Station, or roll, spin and bounce their way through
Newton Know-How!, there is something for everyone. Phone: (713) 524-5876, or (713) 373-3386 for perform-
ance schedules. J G M q
For older students there is Maker Annex where cre-
ativity can be tested with the use of 3D printers and laser Houston Museum of Natural Science is at 5555 Her-
cutters, and Power Science Lab where experiments are mann Park Dr. in Hermann Park, within the Houston Mu-
conducted in a hands-on chemical wet lab. Even creative seum District. Exhibits focus on astronomy, anthropology,
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HOLOCAUST MUSEUM HOUSTON is at 5401 Caroline.
Dedicated to promoting awareness of the dangers of ha-
tred, prejudice and apathy in today’s society, the museum
offers a historical and educational view of the Holocaust
through photographs, videos, survivors’ oral histories and
labeled historical items. Changing exhibits also are fea-
tured in the Mincberg Gallery.
Phone: (713) 942-8000. f

HOUSTON ARBORETUM & NATURE CENTER is just e.
of I-610W at 4501 Woodway Dr. near Memorial Park. This
155-acre nature sanctuary supports many species of na-
tive plants and wildlife. Five miles of nature trails wind
through forest, pond and prairie habitats.
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HOUSTON FIRE MUSEUM is at 2403 Milam St. An old
firehouse contains fire equipment, exhibits about the his-
tory of firefighting and videos about safety and fires. An
interactive junior firehouse area is offered for children.
Note: The museum currently is closed for historic preser-
vation until Fall 2023. Phone: (713) 524-2526.
} THE MENIL COLLECTION, 1533 Sul Ross St., is

housed in a structure designed by Italian architect
Renzo Piano. The museum features changing exhibits
that draw from a collection of more than 19,000 works of
art, including Byzantine and medieval art, antiquities, Pa-
cific and African tribal arts, 16th-century to present-day
European paintings, and surrealistic and contemporary
works by such artists as Jasper Johns, Robert Rauschen-
berg, Mark Rothko and Andy Warhol.
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center / © iStockphoto.com / SteveByland
entomology, geology, malacology, paleontology, zoology The Cy Twombly Gallery contains work by the American
and natural history. Collections include Native American artist. Other highlights include the nearby Rothko Chapel
artifacts and the hall of gems and minerals. The Cockrell (see attraction listing), with huge canvases by the abstract
Butterfly Center is home to thousands of butterflies, in- expressionist, and the Barnett Newman sculpture ‘‘Broken
sects and rain forest plants. Daily shows are offered at the Obelisk,’’ dedicated to Martin Luther King Jr. Richmond
Wortham Giant Screen Theatre and the Burke Baker Hall displays fluorescent work by the minimalist sculptor
Planetarium. Dan Flavin. The Byzantine Fresco Chapel houses site-
specific contemporary art installations.
Phone: (713) 639-4629.
Time: Allow 1 hour, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (713)
Houston Zoo is at 6200 Hermann Park Dr. in Hermann 525-9400. J
Park. Lions, gorillas, orangutans, chimpanzees, elephants
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and giraffes are perennial favorites among some 6,000 MINUTE MAID PARK is downtown at Crawford St.
animals representing more than 800 species. The 55-acre and Texas Ave. Home of the Houston Astros, the
park includes the African Forest, McGovern Children’s baseball stadium seats 41,000 and features a retractable
Zoo, Wortham World of Primates, Carruth Natural En- roof which can close in 12-20 minutes. Guided tours begin
counters and Kipp Aquarium. Giraffe feedings and interac- adjacent to the natural-grass field in Union Station, a
tive keeper chats take place daily. renovated train terminal built in 1911. A 25-percent-larger-
Phone: (713) 533-6500. f J q than-scale replica of an 1860s steam locomotive runs
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some 800 feet along the low roof track on the west side of Visitors can see a flown SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket on per-
the ballpark. Pregame tours before Astros home games manent display to learn about the growing commercial
are offered as well as daily and other specialty tours. space industry. In Independence Plaza guests can climb
aboard Independence, a replica shuttle mounted on top of
Note: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
the original NASA 905 shuttle carrier aircraft. Other high-
lights here include an orbiter access arm and a photo gal-
fJ lery chronicling the creation of the plaza and how they
THE MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, HOUSTON is at 1001 moved the massive shuttle from Florida to Houston.
Bissonnet St. between S. Main and Montrose Blvd. More Starship Gallery is home to multiple spacecraft including
than 63,000 art objects are contained in the museum’s per- Mercury, Gemini and the Apollo 17 Command Module; a
manent collection. The Caroline Wiess Law Building full-size Skylab Training Module; a Lunar Module; and
houses an African gold collection, pre-Columbian and even a Moon rock visitors can touch. The Spacesuit Col-
Asian art and modern and contemporary works. The Au- lection features astronaut garments from every era of
drey Jones Beck Building, 5601 Main St., features Euro- space exploration. The International Space Station Gal-
pean art from antiquity to 1920 and American art through lery provides a look inside an actual space station, com-
1945. The museum’s decorative arts collections are plete with interactive robotic exhibits and such artifacts as
housed at Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens and Rienzi astronaut food and clothing.
(see attraction listings p. 262 and this page, respectively). The NASA Tram Tour takes visitors to NASA Johnson
Time: Allow 2 hours minimum. Phone: (713) 639-7300 Space Center to see the Apollo Saturn V rocket at George
or TTY (713) 639-7390. f J W.S. Abbey Rocket Park, Mission Control and the astro-
naut training facilities. Films and live presentations are of-
RIENZI is off US 59 exit Kirby, then n. to 1406 Kirby Dr. fered throughout the complex.
The European decorative arts collection of The Museum Time: Allow 5 hours minimum. Phone: (281) 244-2100.
of Fine Arts, Houston (see attraction listing) is displayed in fJ
the former home of philanthropists Carroll Sterling Mas-
terson and Harris Masterson III. The villa, which is sur- TRANQUILLITY PARK is downtown, bounded by Smith,
rounded by formal gardens, is a showcase for 17th-, 18th- Walker, Bagby and Rusk sts. The park commemorates
and 19th-century European art and antiques, including the Apollo 11 mission and is named for the 1969 lunar
more than 800 pieces of Worcester porcelain. landing on the Sea of Tranquility. Five towers resembling
rockets rise from a 32-level fountain and reflecting pool.
Phone: (713) 639-7800. f Bronze plaques recount the Apollo story in 15 languages.
Phone: (832) 395-7000.
ROTHKO CHAPEL is at 3900 Yupon St. at jct. Sul Ross
St. Dominique and John de Menil commissioned WAUGH DRIVE BRIDGE spans Buffalo Bayou between
American abstract expressionist Mark Rothko and archi- Memorial Dr. and Allen Pkwy. The Waugh Drive Bridge is
tects Philip Johnson, Howard Barnstone and Eugene Au- home to thousands of Mexican free-tailed bats that can be
brey to design this octagonal sanctuary, which contains seen emerging nightly to feast on insects around Buffalo
14 monumental Rothko murals. The chapel is a contem- Bayou. Unlike other Texas free-tailed bat colonies, the
plative interfaith, sacred art space open to individuals of Waugh Drive Bridge bat colony does not migrate to
all faiths. The adjoining plaza features a reflecting pool Mexico for the winter and can be viewed year-round. An
and Barnett Newman’s sculpture, ″Broken Obelisk,″ which observation deck overlooking the bridge has signs of-
is dedicated to the memory of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. fering information about the bats. Phone: (713) 752-0314.
and represents the chapel’s dual mission to cultivate con- Sightseeing
templation and inspire action for social justice. Phone:
(713) 524-9839. Bus and Van Tours
The easiest way to familiarize yourself with the city
} SPACE CENTER HOUSTON is 25 mi. s.e. via I-45,
then 3 mi. e. to 1601 E. NASA Pkwy. The official
visitor center of NASA’s Johnson Space Center tells the
when on a trip to Houston is to take a bus or van tour of
the city. This allows you to take in the top things to do and
see, and to explore the area to find restaurants and fun
story of America’s human space flight program through places to go.
some 400 historic artifacts, exhibits, live shows and
behind-the-scenes tours. If you would like to hear about HOUSTON HISTORICAL TOURS depart from various lo-
space exploration first-hand, for an additional fee, you can cations; transportation to and from local airports and ho-
have breakfast with an Astronaut. tels is offered. Visitors can explore Houston’s parks,
266 HOUSTON, TX
stadiums, historic buildings and more on one of eight nar- houses. This is ideal if you are on vacation and want the
rated bus or van tours lasting between 2 to 9 hours. Other freedom to explore or for group travel that needs to ac-
themed excursions include presidential tours, religious commodate a lot of people.
tours, ethnic tours, architectural walking tours, ghost Walking Tours
tours, Galveston tours, beer or wine tours, and the Space
Center Houston Tour. An area suited to walking tours is the original business
district. Travel to Allen’s Landing Park, at the corner of
Time: Allow 2 hours minimum. Phone: (713) 392-0867. Main and Commerce, which marks the site where Hous-
f ton’s founders, two brothers by the name of Allen, came
HOUSTON TOURS picks up passengers at all major ho- ashore in 1836. Nearby Old Market Square is all that re-
tels inside Loop 610. Lasting 3.5 hours, downtown tours mains of Houston’s original business section, bounded by
begin at the Astrodome and continue through Rice Univer- Congress, Preston, Milam and Travis streets. This is a
sity, Houston Museum District, the city center, River Oaks must-see if you like history, so make sure to add it to your
and the Houston Galleria area. The extended city tour list of things to do in Houston.
also includes the San Jacinto Monument and the USS The 1847 Kennedy Trading Post, on the square at 813
Texas battleship. Tours of Space Center Houston and Congress St., is Houston’s oldest commercial building on
Galveston Island also are offered. its original site. The old Cotton Exchange Building is a
Phone: (832) 630-9188 or (832) 630-9189. f four-story, Victorian-Italianate structure on the southwest
corner of Travis and Franklin streets. Built in 1884, it
Driving Tours served as a cotton exchange until 1923. The Old Sixth
Scenic drives wind through Memorial Park and residen- Ward is a residential-commercial area of Victorian ginger-
tial River Oaks, with its large live oak trees and beautiful bread frame houses just northwest of downtown.
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A DOUBLETREE BY HILTON HOUSTON-GREENWAY PLAZA HOTEL BOOK NOW 713/629-1200

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~ Hotel. Address: 6 Greenway Plaza E 77046.
A DOUBLETREE BY HILTON HOUSTON HOBBY AIRPORT BOOK NOW 713/645-3000
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~ Hotel. Address: 8181 Airport Blvd 77061.
A DOUBLETREE BY HILTON HOUSTON MEDICAL CENTER HOTEL &

Hotel. Address: 6800 Main St 77030. Facility: 287 units, some two
bedrooms and efficiencies. 12 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site
(fee) and valet. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest
Services: coin laundry, area transportation.
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A DRURY INN & SUITES-HOUSTON NEAR THE GALLERIA BOOK NOW 713/963-0700
----- Hotel. Address: 1615 W Loop S 77027.
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A EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON HOUSTON NEAR THE GALLERIA BOOK NOW 713/626-5444
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A GRAND TUSCANY HOTEL, WORLDHOTELS DISTINCTIVE BOOK NOW 713/462-9977
Boutique Contemporary Hotel. Address: 12801 Northwest Frwy 77040.
Facility: The hotel rooms feature many comforts, such as robes,
slippers and a bamboo mattress for a rejuvenating sleep. The lobby
features a coffee shop and dessert bar along with an upscale lounge. 280 units, some two
bedrooms. 3-10 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Amenities:
----- safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities: cabanas, exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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A GREENTREE HOTEL HOUSTON HOBBY BOOK NOW 346/258-6002
----- Hotel. Address: 7902 Mosley Rd 77061.
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A HAMPTON INN & SUITES BY HILTON MEDICAL CENTER/NRG

PARK BOOK NOW 713/797-0040
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~ Hotel. Address: 1715 Old Spanish Tr 77054.
A HAMPTON INN & SUITES HOUSTON I-10 HEIGHTS BOOK NOW 713/869-9211
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~ Hotel. Address: 5820 Katy Frwy 77007.
A HAMPTON INN BY HILTON-HOUSTON BROOKHOLLOW BOOK NOW 713/939-7100
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~ Hotel. Address: 12909 Northwest Frwy 77040.

A HAMPTON INN HOUSTON NEAR THE GALLERIA BOOK NOW 713/871-9911

Hotel. Address: 4500 Post Oak Pkwy 77027. Facility: 176 units. 6 stories,
interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee). Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise
room. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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A HILTON GARDEN INN HOUSTON GALLERIA AREA BOOK NOW 713/629-0101

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A HILTON HOUSTON PLAZA MEDICAL CENTER BOOK NOW 713/313-4000
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~ Hotel. Address: 6633 Travis St 77030.
A HILTON HOUSTON POST OAK BY THE GALLERIA BOOK NOW 713/961-9300

Hotel. Address: 2001 Post Oak Blvd 77056. Location: Located in middle
of Galleria business and shopping district. Facility: Take a short walk to
The Galleria, and after a day of shopping, rest and relax in a spacious,
modern room or enjoy the views from your balcony. Get your morning coffee at the on-site
coffee shop. 448 units. 14 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet.
----- Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet
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A HILTON UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON BOOK NOW 832/531-6300
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~ Hotel. Address: 4450 University Dr 77204.
A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES HOUSTON HOBBY AIRPORT

----- Hotel. Address: 9185 Gulf Frwy 77017.
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A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL & SUITES HOUSTON EAST BOOK NOW 713/330-3800
----- Hotel. Address: 11460 E Frwy 77029.
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A HOLIDAY INN HOUSTON-NRG/MEDICAL CENTER AREA BOOK NOW 713/790-1900

----- Hotel. Address: 8111 Kirby Dr 77054.
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A HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON HOUSTON MEMORIAL CITY BOOK NOW 713/325-0101

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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 9450 Katy Frwy 77055.
A HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON NEAR THE GALLERIA BOOK NOW 713/439-1305

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 2950 Sage Rd 77056. Facility: 162
efficiencies, some two bedrooms. 14 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee).
Pool: heated indoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin laundry.
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A HOTEL DEREK BOOK NOW 713/961-3000

----- Boutique Hotel. Address: 2525 West Loop S 77027.
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A HOTEL INDIGO HOUSTON AT THE GALLERIA BOOK NOW 713/621-8988

Hotel. Address: 5160 Hidalgo St 77056. Facility: 131 units. 6 stories, interior corridors.
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A HOTEL ZAZA HOUSTON MUSEUM DISTRICT BOOK NOW 713/526-1991

Boutique Hotel. Address: 5701 Main St 77005. Facility: This stylish upscale hotel is
known for its cool and lively environment. The guest rooms are lush and comfortable with
a modern appeal. A unique and eclectic mix of décor makes this a true original. 315 units,
some two bedrooms. 12 stories, interior corridors. Parking: valet only. Terms: check-in 4
pm. Amenities: safes. Dining: Monarch, see separate listing. Pool: heated outdoor.
Activities: cabanas, bicycles, exercise room, spa. Guest Services: valet laundry, area
transportation.
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A HOTEL ZAZA MEMORIAL CITY BOOK NOW 713/465-9292

----- Boutique Contemporary Hotel. Address: 9787 Katy Frwy 77024.
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A THE HOUSTONIAN HOTEL, CLUB & SPA BOOK NOW 713/680-2626

Resort Hotel. Address: 111 N Post Oak Ln 77024. Facility: Luxurious rooms, fabulous
amenities and excellent services set this hotel apart from others, making it a preferred
spot for elite travelers. Enjoy views of wooded areas from king-bed room types. 289 units.
4 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Terms: check-in 4 pm.
Amenities: safes. Dining: 3 restaurants. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: sauna, hot
tub, steamroom, tennis, recreation programs, playground, trails, health club, spa. Guest
Services: valet laundry, boarding pass kiosk, area transportation. Affiliated with Preferred
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A HOUSTON MARRIOTT MEDICAL CENTER/MUSEUM DISTRICT BOOK NOW 713/796-0080

Hotel. Address: 6580 Fannin St 77030. Location: Connected to the
medical center and shopping venues. Facility: 398 units. 26 stories, interior
corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Terms: check-in 4 pm.
Amenities: safes. Dining: 2 restaurants. Pool: heated indoor. Activities: hot tub,
exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin laundry, boarding pass kiosk, area
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A HOUSTON MARRIOTT SOUTH AT HOBBY AIRPORT BOOK NOW 713/943-7979
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~ Hotel. Address: 9100 Gulf Frwy 77017.
A HOUSTON MARRIOTT WEST LOOP BY THE GALLERIA BOOK NOW 713/960-0111
Hotel. Address: 1750 W Loop S 77027. Facility: 301 units. 14 stories,
interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Amenities: safes. Pool:
heated indoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: complimentary
and valet laundry, area transportation.
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A HYATT HOUSE HOUSTON/GALLERIA BOOK NOW 713/629-9711

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 3440 Sage Rd 77056. Facility: 147 units, some two
bedrooms. 4 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee). Amenities: safes. Pool:
outdoor. Activities: picnic facilities, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin
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A HYATT PLACE HOUSTON GALLERIA BOOK NOW 713/626-7300

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Hotel. Address: 5252 W Alabama St 77056. Facility: 157 units. 12 stories, interior
corridors. Parking: valet only. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services:
valet laundry.
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A HYATT REGENCY HOUSTON GALLERIA BOOK NOW 832/803-1234

Hotel. Address: 2626 Sage Rd 77056. Facility: Upscale rooms
feature a streamlined design with large armoires that provide you with abundant storage
space. Rooms with king beds offer a bit more space to move around. 325 units. 14
stories, interior corridors. Parking: valet only. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor.
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A INTERCONTINENTAL HOUSTON BOOK NOW 713/422-2779

Hotel. Address: 6750 Main St 77030. Facility: This first-class hotel is conveniently
located at Houston’s Medical Center district. The rooms are well appointed with upscale
comforts and fine-quality furniture. 354 units. 21 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site
(fee) and valet. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest
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A JW MARRIOTT HOUSTON BY THE GALLERIA BOOK NOW 713/961-1500

Hotel. Address: 5150 Westheimer Rd 77056. Location: Across from
Galleria Mall. Facility: Relax easily in stylish rooms that offer a touch
of luxury with robes and cozy furnishings. Get in a great workout at the large gym and
enjoy nice city views from the pool area and upper-level rooms. 516 units. 23 stories,
interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated
----- outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry, area transportation.
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A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM HOUSTON GALLERIA

----- Hotel. Address: 1625 West Loop S 77027.
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A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES HOUSTON HOBBY AIRPORT BOOK NOW 713/490-1008
----- Hotel. Address: 8776 Airport Blvd 77061.
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A OMNI HOUSTON HOTEL BOOK NOW 713/871-8181

Hotel. Address: 4 Riverway 77056. Facility: The lobby décor is stylishly chic and the
guest rooms have comfortable upscale appointments. Swimming options include both
saltwater and freshwater pools with poolside beverage service. 378 units. 11 stories,
interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Amenities: safes. Dining: nightclub.
Pool: outdoor, heated outdoor. Activities: sauna, steamroom, cabanas, trails, exercise
room, spa. Guest Services: valet laundry, area transportation.
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A THE POST OAK HOTEL AT UPTOWN HOUSTON BOOK NOW 346/227-5000

----- Contemporary Hotel. Address: 1600 W Loop S 77027.
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A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON BY THE GALLERIA BOOK NOW 713/840-9757

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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 2500 McCue Rd 77056.
A ROYAL SONESTA HOUSTON GALLERIA BOOK NOW 713/627-7600
Hotel. Address: 2222 West Loop S 77027. Location: Located in Galleria business and
shopping district. Facility: These rooms have upscale, contemporary décor and feature
tech accents and a soft robe. Grab a nightcap at the popular lobby bar. The cozy chair
and ottoman is a nice place to read or relax. 485 units. 23 stories, interior corridors.
Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: hot
tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin laundry, boarding pass kiosk, area
transportation. (See ad front cover, on inside front cover.)
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A THE ST. REGIS HOUSTON BOOK NOW 713/840-7600

Hotel. Address: 1919 Briar Oaks Ln 77027. Facility: This enclave of
luxury and intimate service feels more like a grand estate than a large
modern hotel. Spacious rooms are finished with fine materials and leather
accents for a distinctive feel. 232 units, some efficiencies and kitchens. 12 stories, interior
corridors. Parking: valet only. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: sauna,
----- exercise room, spa. Guest Services: valet laundry, area transportation.
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A SHERATON HOUSTON BROOKHOLLOW BOOK NOW 713/688-0100

Hotel. Address: 3000 North Loop W 77092. Facility: 382 units. 10
stories, interior corridors. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor.
Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin
laundry.
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A SLEEP INN & SUITES NEAR DOWNTOWN HOUSTON BOOK NOW 713/862-6300
----- Hotel. Address: 2475 North Frwy 77009.
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A SONESTA ES SUITES HOUSTON GALLERIA BOOK NOW 713/355-8888

----- Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 5190 Hidalgo St 77056.
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A SONESTA SIMPLY SUITES HOUSTON GALLERIA MEDICAL

----- Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 4900 Loop Central Dr 77081.
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A SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON-BROOKHOLLOW BOOK NOW 713/290-9242

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~ Hotel. Address: 2750 North Loop W 77092.
A SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT (HOUSTON/HOBBY
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~ Hotel. Address: 7922 Mosley Rd 77061.

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A SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON-MEDICAL CENTER NRG

Hotel. Address: 1400 Old Spanish Tr 77054. Facility: 190 units. 7
stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee). Pool: outdoor. Activities: hot tub, picnic
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~ Hotel. Address: 6700 Main St 77030.
A TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT-HOUSTON
BROOKHOLLOW BOOK NOW 713/690-4035
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~ Extended Stay Contemporary Hotel. Address: 12820 Northwest Frwy (US 290) 77040.
A THE WESTIN GALLERIA, HOUSTON BOOK NOW 713/960-8100
Hotel. Address: 5060 W Alabama St 77056. Facility: This hotel is
located within the upscale Galleria mall. Guest rooms have a slick design with
contemporary furnishings and artwork. 487 units. 24 stories, interior corridors. Parking:
on-site and valet. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest
Services: valet laundry, rental car service, area transportation. (See ad p. 288.)
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A WESTIN OAKS HOUSTON AT THE GALLERIA BOOK NOW 713/960-8100

Contemporary Hotel. Address: 5011 Westheimer Rd 77056. Facility:
Like its sister hotel, The Westin Galleria, this property also features upscale appointed
rooms with modern comforts. 406 units. 21 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site and
valet. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room, massage. Guest
Services: valet laundry, area transportation. (See ad p. 290.)
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A WYNDHAM HOTEL NEAR NRG/MEDICAL CENTER BOOK NOW 713/748-3221

Hotel. Address: 8686 Kirby Dr 77054. Facility: 393 units. 3-9 stories, interior corridors.
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transportation. (See ad p. 292.)
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A BCN TASTE & TRADITION 832/834-3411
----- Spanish Fine Dining. Address: 4210 Roseland St 77006.
A BLOOM & BEE 346/227-5139

----- American Fine Dining. Address: 1600 W Loop S 77027.
A DAMARCO 713/807-8857
----- Italian Fine Dining. Address: 1520 Westheimer Rd 77006.
A MONARCH 713/526-1991
----- American Fine Dining. Address: 5701 Main St 77005.
A PAPPAS BROS. STEAKHOUSE 713/780-7352

----- Steak Fine Dining. Address: 5839 Westheimer Rd 77057.
A TONY’S OF HOUSTON 713/622-6778

----- Continental Fine Dining. Address: 3755 Richmond Ave 77046.
A WILLIE G’S 713/840-7190

----- Seafood Fine Dining. Address: 1640 W Loop Blvd S 77056.
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A BEST WESTERN PLUS HOUSTON ENERGY CORRIDOR HOTEL BOOK NOW 281/589-5556
interior corridors. Pool: indoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin
laundry.
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A BEST WESTERN PLUS JFK INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 281/987-8777
Hotel. Address: 15615 John F Kennedy Blvd 77032. Facility: 100 units.
3 stories, interior corridors. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room.
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A BEST WESTERN PLUS NORTH HOUSTON INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 281/873-7575
Hotel. Address: 14753 North Frwy 77090. Facility: 50 units. 3 stories,
coin laundry.
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A BEST WESTERN PLUS SAM HOUSTON INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 281/970-7777
Hotel. Address: 8049 N Sam Houston Pkwy W 77064. Facility: 52
units. 3 stories, interior corridors. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise
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A BEST WESTERN PLUS WESTHEIMER-WESTCHASE INN &

Hotel. Address: 2451 Hayes Rd 77077. Facility: 71 units. 4 stories,
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A BEST WESTERN PREMIER ASHTON SUITES - WILLOWBROOK BOOK NOW 281/970-9696

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Hotel. Address: 7495 W Greens Rd 77064. Facility: 68 units, some efficiencies and
kitchens. 4 stories, interior corridors. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities:
exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin laundry, boarding pass kiosk, area
transportation.
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A CANDLEWOOD SUITES WILLOWBROOK BOOK NOW 832/237-7300

----- Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 8719 FM 1960 W 77070.
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296 HOUSTON, TX
A COMFORT SUITES HOUSTON-NORTHWEST/CY-FAIR BOOK NOW 832/912-4880

----- Hotel. Address: 13355 FM 1960 Rd W 77065.
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A COUNTRY INN & SUITES BY RADISSON, HOUSTON

NORTHWEST BOOK NOW 832/478-9937
----- Hotel. Address: 12915 FM 1960 Rd W 77065.
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A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON I-10 WEST/MEMORIAL

CITY BOOK NOW 832/767-1443
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A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON I-10 WEST/PARK ROW BOOK NOW 281/492-7979
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~ Hotel. Address: 18010 Park Row Dr 77084.
A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON INTERCONTINENTAL
Hotel. Address: 15838 JFK Blvd 77032. Facility: 127 units. 4 stories, interior corridors.
Amenities: safes. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin laundry,
boarding pass kiosk, area transportation.
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A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON NORTHEAST BOOK NOW 281/458-3882

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~ Hotel. Address: 120 N Redemption Square Rd 77044.
HOUSTON, TX 297
A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON NORTHWEST BOOK NOW 281/374-6464

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~ Hotel. Address: 11050 Louetta Rd 77070.
A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON WESTCHASE BOOK NOW 713/784-3003
Hotel. Address: 9975 Westheimer Rd 77042. Facility: 153 units. 3 stories, interior
corridors. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet
and coin laundry, boarding pass kiosk, area transportation.
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A DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM UNIVERSITY OF

HOUSTON/DOWNTOWN BOOK NOW 832/804-7435
----- Motel. Address: 6190 Gulf Frwy 77023.
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A DOUBLETREE BY HILTON HOTEL HOUSTON INTERCONTINENTAL

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~ Hotel. Address: 15747 John F Kennedy Blvd 77032.
A ELEMENT BY WESTIN HOUSTON VINTAGE PARK BOOK NOW 281/379-7300
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~ Hotel. Address: 14555 Vintage Preserve Pkwy 77070.
A EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON HOUSTON ENERGY CORRIDOR BOOK NOW 281/531-7300
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A EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON HOUSTON WEST-KATY BOOK NOW 281/398-0900

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A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON ENERGY
CORRIDOR BOOK NOW 281/646-0056
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A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON INTERCONTINENTAL
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~ Hotel. Address: 4025 Interwood N Pkwy 77032.
A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON MEMORIAL CITY
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A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON NORTH/CYPRESS
STATION BOOK NOW 281/895-8989
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~ Hotel. Address: 17617 North Frwy (I-45) 77090.
A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT-WESTCHASE BOOK NOW 713/334-2400
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~ Hotel. Address: 2400 W Sam Houston Pkwy S 77042.

HOUSTON, TX 299
A FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON HOUSTON ENERGY CORRIDOR BOOK NOW 281/492-6300

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A FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON HOUSTON INTERCONTINENTAL
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~ Hotel. Address: 1450 N Sam Houston Pkwy E 77032.
A HAMPTON INN & SUITES BY HILTON CYPRESS STATION BOOK NOW 281/866-0404
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~ Hotel. Address: 150 Wagon Point Dr 77090.
A HAMPTON INN & SUITES HOUSTON I-10 WEST PARK ROW BOOK NOW 281/578-6700
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~ Hotel. Address: 18014 Park Row Dr 77084.
A HAMPTON INN BY HILTON-WILLOWBROOK BOOK NOW 281/955-2400
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~ Hotel. Address: 7645 FM 1960 W 77070.
A HILTON GARDEN INN ENERGY CORRIDOR BOOK NOW 281/531-0220
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A HILTON GARDEN INN HOUSTON/BUSH AIRPORT BOOK NOW 281/449-4148
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300 HOUSTON, TX
A HILTON GARDEN INN HOUSTON CYPRESS STATION BOOK NOW 281/929-0111

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~ Hotel. Address: 160 Wagon Point Dr 77090.
A HILTON GARDEN INN HOUSTON MEDICAL CENTER BOOK NOW 346/433-8200
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~ Hotel. Address: 6840 Almeda Rd 77030.
A HILTON GARDEN INN HOUSTON NORTHWEST WILLOWBROOK BOOK NOW 832/912-1000
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~ Hotel. Address: 7979 Willow Chase Blvd 77070.
A HILTON GARDEN INN HOUSTON WESTBELT BOOK NOW 713/270-6100
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~ Hotel. Address: 6855 W Sam Houston Pkwy S 77072.
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A HILTON HOUSTON NORTH BOOK NOW 281/875-2222

Hotel. Address: 12400 Greenspoint Dr 77060. Facility: 480 units. 16
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A HILTON HOUSTON WESTCHASE BOOK NOW 713/974-1000

Hotel. Address: 9999 Westheimer Rd 77042. Facility: 297 units. 13
stories, interior corridors. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities: hot
tub, exercise room.
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A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES HOUSTON NORTH

INTERCONTINENTAL BOOK NOW 281/876-7378
----- Hotel. Address: 125 Airtex Dr 77090.
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A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES-WEST ROAD BOOK NOW 713/896-4444

----- Hotel. Address: 9120 West Rd 77064.
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A HOLIDAY INN HOU ENERGY CORRIDOR BOOK NOW 281/679-6900

----- Hotel. Address: 1112 Eldridge Pkwy 77077.
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302 HOUSTON, TX
A HOLIDAY INN HOUSTON INTERCONTINENTAL AIRPORT BOOK NOW 281/449-2311

----- Hotel. Address: 15222 John F Kennedy Blvd 77032.
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A HOLIDAY INN HOUSTON-WESTCHASE BOOK NOW 713/532-5400

Hotel. Address: 10609 Westpark Dr 77042. Facility: 130 units. 5 stories, interior
corridors. Amenities: safes. Pool: indoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services:
coin laundry.
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A HOLIDAY INN WESTWAY PARK BOOK NOW 713/996-8200

----- Hotel. Address: 4606 Westway Park Blvd 77041.
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A HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON HOUSTON ENERGY CORRIDOR BOOK NOW 832/358-1000

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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 1106 Sherwood Forest St 77043.
A HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON HOUSTON MEDICAL CENTER BOOK NOW 346/433-8300
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 6840 Almeda Rd 77030.
A HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON HOUSTON WILLOWBROOK BOOK NOW 281/897-8200
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 7815 Willow Chase Blvd 77070.

HOUSTON, TX 303
A HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON IAH AIRPORT BELTWAY 8 BOOK NOW 346/374-8380

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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 705 N Sam Houston Pkwy E 77060.
A HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON HOUSTON/CLEAR LAKE/NASA BOOK NOW 281/486-7677
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 401 Bay Area Blvd 77598.
A HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON HOUSTON - WILLOWBROOK
MALL BOOK NOW 281/955-5200
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~ Extended Stay Contemporary Hotel. Address: 7655 W FM 1960 77070.
A HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON-WESTCHASE BOOK NOW 713/334-2424
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 2424 Rogerdale Rd 77042.
A HOMEWOOD SUITES HOUSTON WEST/ENERGY CORRIDOR BOOK NOW 281/558-3800
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 14450 Park Row Blvd 77084.
A HOUSTON AIRPORT MARRIOTT AT GEORGE BUSH
INTERCONTINENTAL BOOK NOW 281/443-2310
Hotel. Address: 18700 John F Kennedy Blvd 77032. Facility: 573 units. 7
stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Terms: check-in
4 pm. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services:
complimentary and valet laundry, boarding pass kiosk.
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304 HOUSTON, TX
A HOUSTON MARRIOTT ENERGY CORRIDOR BOOK NOW 281/829-5525

Hotel. Address: 16011 Katy Frwy 77094. Facility: 206 units. 10 stories,
interior corridors. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor.
Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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A HOUSTON MARRIOTT NORTH BOOK NOW 281/875-4000

Hotel. Address: 255 N Sam Houston Pkwy E 77060. Facility: 390 units. 12
stories, interior corridors. Bath: shower only. Amenities: safes. Pool:
outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin laundry.
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A HYATT HOUSE HOUSTON-WEST/ENERGY CORRIDOR BOOK NOW 281/646-9990

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 15405 Katy Frwy (I-10) 77094. Facility: 116 efficiencies,
facilities, exercise room. Guest Services: coin laundry, area transportation.
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A HYATT PLACE HOUSTON/BUSH AIRPORT BOOK NOW 281/820-6060

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~ Hotel. Address: 300 Ronan Park Pl 77060.
HOUSTON, TX 305
A HYATT PLACE HOUSTON DOWNTOWN BOOK NOW 832/930-8500

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Historic Hotel. Address: 1114 Texas Ave 77002. Facility: All rooms have a sofa sleeper
and modern decor. Hints of the former telecommunication company building can be seen
on display in the lobby area. 150 units. 16 stories, interior corridors. Bath: shower only.
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A HYATT PLACE HOUSTON - NORTHWEST/CY-FAIR BOOK NOW 281/955-5070

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Hotel. Address: 19813 Northwest Frwy 77065. Facility: 107 units, some two bedrooms. 6
stories, interior corridors. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest
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A HYATT REGENCY HOUSTON INTERCONTINENTAL AIRPORT BOOK NOW 281/249-1234

Hotel. Address: 425 N Sam Houston Pkwy E 77060. Location:
Located in Greenspoint Business District. Facility: 335 units. 8 stories, interior corridors.
Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services:
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306 HOUSTON, TX
A HYATT REGENCY HOUSTON WEST BOOK NOW 281/558-8338

Hotel. Address: 13210 Katy Frwy 77079. Facility: 400 units. 5
stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site and valet. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated
outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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A LA QUINTA BY WYNDHAM ENERGY CORRIDOR BOOK NOW 281/668-1068

----- Hotel. Address: 2451 Shadow View Ln 77077.
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A LA QUINTA BY WYNDHAM-HOUSTON CLAY ROAD BOOK NOW 713/939-1400

----- Hotel. Address: 4424 Westway Park Blvd 77041.
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A LA QUINTA BY WYNDHAM HOUSTON NORTHWEST BELTWAY 8 WEST

ROAD BOOK NOW 281/671-6016
----- Hotel. Address: 9034 W Sam Houston Pkwy N 77064.
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A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES HOUSTON CHANNELVIEW BOOK NOW 281/452-4402

----- Hotel. Address: 5520 E Sam Houston Pkwy N 77015.
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A MARRIOTT HOUSTON WESTCHASE BOOK NOW 713/978-7400

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~ Hotel. Address: 2900 Briarpark Dr 77042.
A THE MORAN CITYCENTRE BOOK NOW 713/973-1600
----- Hotel. Address: 800 Sorella Ct 77024.
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HOUSTON, TX 307
A QUALITY INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 281/807-4007

Motel. Address: 13371 FM 1960 W 77065. Facility: 58 units. 2 stories (no elevator),
exterior corridors. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest
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A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON I-10 WEST/PARK

ROW BOOK NOW 281/829-2600
Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 1550 Barker Cypress Rd 77084. Facility: 120 units,
some efficiencies and kitchens. 4 stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities:
picnic facilities, exercise room. Guest Services: coin laundry.
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A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON WEST/BELTWAY 8 AT CLAY

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308 HOUSTON, TX
A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON WESTCHASE BOOK NOW 713/974-5454

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 9965 Westheimer Rd 77042. Facility: 120 units, some
two bedrooms, efficiencies and kitchens. 3 stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor.
Activities: hot tub, picnic facilities, exercise room. Guest Services: coin laundry, area
transportation.
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A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON WEST/ENERGY

CORRIDOR BOOK NOW 281/293-8787
Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 1150 Eldridge Pkwy 77077. Facility: 129 units, some two
bedrooms, efficiencies and kitchens. 6 stories, interior corridors. Bath: shared. Pool:
outdoor. Activities: picnic facilities, exercise room. Guest Services: coin laundry.
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A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT WILLOWBROOK BOOK NOW 832/237-2002

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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 7311 W Greens Rd 77064.
A SHERATON NORTH HOUSTON HOTEL BOOK NOW 281/442-5100
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A SLEEP INN & SUITES WESTCHASE BOOK NOW 832/839-8434
----- Hotel. Address: 3850 Wilcrest Dr 77042.
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HOUSTON, TX 309
A SONESTA ES SUITES HOUSTON NASA CLEAR LAKE BOOK NOW 281/486-2424

----- Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 525 Bay Area Blvd 77058.
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A SONESTA SIMPLY SUITES HOUSTON CITYCENTRE I-10 WEST BOOK NOW 713/464-2677
Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 10503 Town & Country Way 77024. Facility: 122
efficiencies. 3 stories, interior corridors. Activities: picnic facilities, exercise room. Guest
Services: complimentary laundry. (See ad on inside front cover.)
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A SONESTA SIMPLY SUITES HOUSTON - NASA CLEAR LAKE BOOK NOW 281/461-3060
Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 2737 Bay Area Blvd 77058. Facility: 122 efficiencies. 3
stories, interior corridors. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: complimentary and
valet laundry. (See ad on inside front cover.)
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A SONESTA SIMPLY SUITES HOUSTON W BELTWAY BOOK NOW 713/780-7881

----- Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 4033 W Sam Houston Pkwy S 77042.
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310 HOUSTON, TX
A SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON INTERCONTINENTAL

Hotel. Address: 15840 John F Kennedy Blvd 77032. Facility: 156
units. 6 stories, interior corridors. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest
Services: valet and coin laundry, area transportation.
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A SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON NORTHWEST BOOK NOW 832/953-2220

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~ Hotel. Address: 20303 Chasewood Park Dr 77070.
A STAYBRIDGE SUITES HOUSTON I-10 WEST BELTWAY 8 BOOK NOW 713/462-4720
----- Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 3251 W Sam Houston Pkwy N 77043.
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A STAYBRIDGE SUITES HOUSTON WEST ENERGY CORRIDOR BOOK NOW 281/759-7829

----- Extended Stay Contemporary Hotel. Address: 1225 Eldridge Pkwy 77077.
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HOUSTON, TX 311
A TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON I-10 EAST BOOK NOW 346/381-1100

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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 10507 E Freeway 77029.
A TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON INTERCONTINENTAL
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~ Extended Stay Contemporary Hotel. Address: 4015 N Interwood Pkwy 77032.
A TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON NORTHWEST AT BELTWAY
8 BOOK NOW 281/529-6152
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 8845 West Rd 77064.
A THE WESTIN HOUSTON MEMORIAL CITY BOOK NOW 281/501-4300
Contemporary Hotel. Address: 945 Gessner Rd 77024. Location: Next
to hospital. Facility: The hotel has a sleek, modern look that includes a dramatic,
open-air, 18th-floor pool deck. This first-class hotel provides robes in the room for your
comfort. 289 units, some two bedrooms and condominiums. 21 stories, interior corridors.
Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: hot
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312 HUMBLE — HUNTSVILLE, TX
HUMBLE
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A BEST WESTERN PLUS HOUSTON ATASCOCITA INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 281/852-5665
Hotel. Address: 7730 FM 1960 Rd E 77346. Facility: 51 units, some
efficiencies. 3 stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: hot tub, picnic facilities,
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A HAMPTON INN & SUITES BY HILTON HOUSTON/ATASCOCITA BOOK NOW 832/995-5125

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~ Hotel. Address: 19108 Moon Trail Dr 77346.
A HAMPTON INN BY HILTON HOUSTON/HUMBLE-AIRPORT AREA BOOK NOW 281/446-4800
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~ Hotel. Address: 20515 Hwy 59 N 77338.
A HOLIDAY INN HOUSTON NE BUSH AIRPORT BOOK NOW 281/540-3600
----- Hotel. Address: 18555 Kenswick Dr 77338.
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HUNTSVILLE The town also serves as the headquarters of the Texas

• Hotels p. 313 prison system and is home to Sam Houston State
University.
Once known as a center of culture, the ‘‘Athens of City of Huntsville - Tourism Department: 7600 SR 75S,
Texas’’ was founded as a Native American trading post in Huntsville, TX 77340. Phone: (936) 291-9726 or (800)
1836, the year of Texas independence. Sam Houston was 289-0389.
among the prominent early Texans who resided in
Huntsville.
Sam Houston’s Grave is in Oakwood Cemetery at Sam
} SAM HOUSTON MEMORIAL MUSEUM COMPLEX
is .5 mi. s. on the w. side of SR 75 Bus. Rte. at 1836
Sam Houston Ave. on the Sam Houston State University
Houston Memorial Drive. Also commemorating the Texas campus. Two of Gen. Sam Houston’s houses—Woodland,
Revolutionary War hero is a 67-foot-tall Sam Houston built in 1847, and the 1856 Steamboat House where he
statue titled ‘‘A Tribute to Courage’’ which stands on a 10- died—are preserved. On the grounds are his law office and
foot-tall granite base. The statue is off I-45 exit 109 at the Sam Houston Memorial Museum containing his belong-
7600 SR 75S. Phone (936) 291-9726. ings and Texas Revolution artifacts. Phone: (936) 294-1832.

HUNTSVILLE — HURST, TX 313
A BEST WESTERN HUNTSVILLE INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 936/295-9000

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Motel. Address: 201 W Hill Park Cir 77320. Facility: 56 units. 2 stories (no elevator),
exterior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet and
coin laundry.
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A SUPER 8 MOTEL BOOK NOW 936/730-8888

----- Motel. Address: 3121 Montgomery Rd 77340.
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A HILTON GARDEN INN DALLAS AT THE HURST CONFERENCE

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~ Hotel. Address: 1615 Campus Dr 76054.
A HYATT PLACE FT. WORTH/HURST BOOK NOW 817/577-3003
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Hotel. Address: 1601 Hurst Town Center Dr 76054. Facility: 127 units. 6 stories, interior
corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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314 INGLESIDE — IRVING, TX
INGLESIDE
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A BEST WESTERN INGLESIDE INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 361/238-4375

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Hotel. Address: 2787 State Hwy 361 78362. Facility: 54 units, some efficiencies and
kitchens. 4 stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room.
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IRVING be splashing through a stream of water. This memorial to

• Hotels p. 315 the heritage of Texas is believed to be the largest eques-
• Part of Dallas area— see map p. 152 trian sculpture in the world. Phone: (972) 869-9047.
Irving’s proximity to the Dallas/Fort Worth International The Mustangs of Las Colinas Museum is in the East
Airport fuels its prosperous service economy. Las Colinas Tower at Williams Square, 5221 N. O’Connor Rd., Suite
Urban Center, the city’s centerpiece, is a 12,000-acre de- 110E. Photographs and a multimedia presentation explain
velopment featuring high-rise office buildings housing the creation of the sculpture by renowned wildlife artist
hundreds of multinational companies. Shops, restaurants Robert Glen. Other works by Glen are displayed. Time:
and outdoor cafes line the Mandalay Canal, which runs Allow 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (972) 869-9047.
through the heart of the center. RUTH PAINE HOUSE MUSEUM offers guided 90-minute
Also of particular interest is the Irving Arts Center, which tours departing from the Ruth Paine House Museum Visi-
contains two performance theaters, four art galleries and tors’ Center at 801 W. Irving Blvd.
a sculpture garden. Heritage Park, at Main and Second
streets, features some historic structures including one of At the visitor center, guests can watch video interviews
the city’s original cabins, a windmill and a reconstructed featuring Ruth Paine, former owner of the house in which
railroad depot. Nearby stands Heritage House, 303 S. Lee Harvey Oswald stashed his rifle the night before
O’Connor Rd., which was built in 1912 and is one of Ir- President John F. Kennedy’s assassination. Oswald and
ving’s oldest homes; phone (972) 252-3838. his wife also were overnight guests at the house at times.
A van then transports guests to the nearby 1,250-
Irving Convention and Visitors Bureau: 500 W. Las square-foot house, which has been restored inside and
Colinas Blvd., Irving, TX 75039. Phone: (866) 433-2980. out to its 1960s-era appearance. In some rooms, a video
THE MUSTANGS OF LAS COLINAS are in Williams technique called Pepper’s Ghost recreates key conversa-
Square, in the Las Colinas Urban Center at 5221 N. tions and events that occurred there.
O’Connor Dr. In the pink granite plaza, nine larger-than- Food and beverages are prohibited inside the museum.
life bronze statues of wildly rushing mustangs appear to Phone: (972) 721-3729. f

IRVING, TX 315
A ALOFT LAS COLINAS BOOK NOW 972/717-6100

Hotel. Address: 122 E John Carpenter Frwy 75062. Facility: 136 units.
5 stories, interior corridors. Bath: shower only. Amenities: safes. Pool:
heated outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin laundry, area
transportation.
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A BEST WESTERN PLUS DFW AIRPORT SUITES BOOK NOW 972/870-0530

Hotel. Address: 5050 W John Carpenter Frwy 75063. Facility: 70 units.
3 stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest
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A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT-DALLAS-LAS COLINAS BOOK NOW 972/550-8100

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~ Hotel. Address: 1151 W Walnut Hill Ln 75038.
A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT-DFW AIRPORT NORTH BOOK NOW 972/929-4004

Hotel. Address: 4949 Regent Blvd 75063. Facility: 153 units. 3 stories, interior corridors.
Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin laundry, area
transportation.
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316 IRVING, TX
A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT DFW AIRPORT SOUTH BOOK NOW 972/790-8990

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~ Hotel. Address: 2280 Valley View Ln 75062.
A DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM DALLAS IRVING BOOK NOW 972/438-6666
----- Motel. Address: 2200 E Airport Frwy 75062.
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A DFW AIRPORT MARRIOTT BOOK NOW 972/929-8800

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~ Hotel. Address: 8440 Freeport Pkwy 75063.
A ELEMENT BY WESTIN DALLAS LAS COLINAS BOOK NOW 469/472-9830
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~ Hotel. Address: 606 W John Carpenter Frwy 75039.
A EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON DALLAS DFW SOUTH BOOK NOW 972/790-0093

Hotel. Address: 4650 W Airport Frwy 75062. Facility: 305 units. 10
stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee). Amenities: safes. Pool:
heated indoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet
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A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT DFW AIRPORT SOUTH BOOK NOW 214/441-9969
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~ Hotel. Address: 4210 W Airport Frwy 75062.

IRVING, TX 317
A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT-LAS COLINAS BOOK NOW 972/550-8800

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A HAMPTON INN LAS COLINAS BOOK NOW 972/753-1232

Hotel. Address: 820 W Walnut Hill Ln 75038. Facility: 135 units. 6 stories,
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A HAWTHORN SUITES BY WYNDHAM IRVING DFW SOUTH BOOK NOW 972/257-5400

----- Hotel. Address: 2323 Imperial Dr 75062.
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A HILTON GARDEN INN LAS COLINAS BOOK NOW 972/444-8434

Hotel. Address: 7516 Las Colinas Blvd 75063. Facility: 173 units. 5 stories, interior
laundry.
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A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES-DFW NORTH BOOK NOW 972/929-4499

----- Hotel. Address: 4550 W John Carpenter Frwy 75063.
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318 IRVING, TX
A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS DFW AIRPORT SOUTH BOOK NOW 972/659-1272

----- Hotel. Address: 4235 W Airport Frwy 75062.
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A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL & SUITES IRVING CONVENTION

----- Hotel. Address: 333 W John Carpenter Frwy 75039.
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A HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON IRVING DFW AIRPORT NORTH BOOK NOW 972/929-5700
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 4700 Plaza Dr 75063.
A HYATT HOUSE DALLAS/LAS COLINAS BOOK NOW 972/831-0909

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 5901 N MacArthur Blvd 75039. Facility: 148 kitchen
units, some two bedrooms. 2-3 stories (no elevator), interior/exterior corridors. Parking:
on-site (fee). Pool: outdoor. Activities: hot tub, picnic facilities, exercise room. Guest
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IRVING, TX 319
A HYATT PLACE DALLAS/LAS COLINAS BOOK NOW 972/550-7400

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Hotel. Address: 5455 Green Park Dr 75038. Facility: 122 units. 6 stories, interior
corridors. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: area
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A LA QUINTA BY WYNDHAM DALLAS-LAS COLINAS BOOK NOW 972/261-4900

----- Hotel. Address: 4225 N MacArthur Blvd 75038.
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A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES DALLAS DFW AIRPORT

SOUTH/IRVING BOOK NOW 972/252-6546
----- Hotel. Address: 4105 W Airport Frwy 75062-5997.
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A THE LAS COLINAS RESORT, DALLAS BOOK NOW 972/717-0700

----- Resort Hotel. Address: 4150 MacArthur Blvd 75038.
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A MARRIOTT DALLAS LAS COLINAS BOOK NOW 972/831-0000

Hotel. Address: 223 W Las Colinas Blvd 75039. Location: Waterfront.
Located in an office park. Facility: 364 units. 14 stories, interior corridors.
Bath: shower only. Parking: on-site and valet. Pool: heated indoor.
Activities: trails, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin laundry.
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320 IRVING, TX
A OMNI AT LAS COLINAS BOOK NOW 972/556-0800

Hotel. Address: 221 E Las Colinas Blvd 75039. Location: Waterfront. Located in a
trendy office-park and residential area. Facility: 421 units. 27 stories, interior corridors.
Parking: on-site and valet. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: hot tub,
exercise room, spa. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT AT LAS COLINAS BOOK NOW 972/580-7773

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 950 W Walnut Hill Ln 75038. Facility: 120 kitchen units.
2 stories (no elevator), exterior corridors. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Pool: outdoor.
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A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT-DFW NORTH BOOK NOW 972/871-1331

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 8600 Esters Blvd 75063. Facility: 100 units, some
efficiencies and kitchens. 1-3 stories, interior/exterior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee).
Pool: outdoor. Activities: picnic facilities, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin
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A SHERATON DFW AIRPORT HOTEL BOOK NOW 972/929-8400

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IRVING, TX 321
A SONESTA SIMPLY SUITES DALLAS LAS COLINAS BOOK NOW 972/714-9990

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 5300 Green Park Dr 75038. Location: Located in a
business centric area. Facility: 117 efficiencies. 4 stories, interior corridors. Activities:
exercise room. Guest Services: complimentary and valet laundry.
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A TEXICAN COURT BOOK NOW 469/577-4599

----- Hotel. Address: 501 W Las Colinas Blvd 75039.
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A TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT DALLAS NORTH IRVING BOOK NOW 972/374-3600

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 4800 Plaza Dr 75063. Facility: 119
units, some efficiencies and kitchens. 4 stories, interior corridors. Bath:
shower only. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: picnic facilities, exercise room. Guest
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A THE WESTIN DALLAS FORT WORTH AIRPORT BOOK NOW 972/929-4500

Hotel. Address: 4545 W John Carpenter Frwy 75063. Facility: 506
units. 15 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site and valet. Amenities: safes. Pool:
heated outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry, boarding pass
kiosk, area transportation.
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322 IRVING — JEFFERSON, TX
A THE WESTIN IRVING CONVENTION CENTER AT LAS COLINAS BOOK NOW 972/505-2900
Hotel. Address: 400 W Las Colinas Blvd 75039. Facility: With
restaurants, live music venues, bars, running trails and public transportation at its door,
this hotel is a no-brainer for both business and leisure travelers. Rooms feature spacious
bathrooms. 350 units. 13 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet.
Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room, massage.
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A BEST WESTERN JACKSONVILLE INN BOOK NOW 903/586-0007

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Hotel. Address: 1659 S Jackson St 75766. Facility: 53 units. 3 stories, interior corridors.
Pool: heated indoor. Activities: hot tub, limited exercise equipment. Guest Services:
coin laundry.
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JEFFERSON unusual cupola, which has stained-glass windows repre-

• Hotels p. 323 senting the seasons of the year. Guided tours are given
by appointment for a fee; phone (903) 665-8000.
Jefferson once was the state’s largest city and a major Marion County Chamber of Commerce: 115 N. Polk
inland port. Many families on their way west after the Civil St., Jefferson, TX 75657. Phone: (903) 665-2672.
War remained in the area, and stern-wheelers traveling
the Cypress River to St. Louis and New Orleans made Self-guiding tours: Historic district maps are available
stops in town. The city’s rapid growth and development from the chamber of commerce.
ended, however, with the decline of river transportation in EXCELSIOR HOUSE is at 211 W. Austin St. Built by Capt.
the 1870s. William Perry in 1850, the hotel welcomed such notable
Jefferson’s past is evident in a number of historical guests as Jay Gould, Ulysses S. Grant, Rutherford B.
buildings reminiscent of the Old South. An example is Hayes and Oscar Wilde. In addition to the guest registers
House of the Seasons at 409 S. Alley St., built in 1872 in on view in the lobby, displays feature original documents
transitional style between Greek Revival and Victorian, and furniture. Phone: (903) 665-2513 or (800) 490-7270.
with Italianate details. The house’s name comes from its f
JEFFERSON — JOHNSON CITY, TX 323
A OLD MULBERRY INN AND COTTAGES BOOK NOW 903/665-1945

----- Bed & Breakfast. Address: 209 E Jefferson St 75657.
JOHNSON CITY A scenic overlook at Pedernales Falls State Park, 9

• Hotels p. 323 miles east on FM 2766, provides a view of the 3,000-foot-
wide limestone canyon through which the Pedernales
Named for the pioneer Johnson Family, ancestors of River has carved steps, cascades and pools. See Recre-
President Lyndon B. Johnson, the city is a retail center for ation Areas Chart.
a farm and ranch area. It also is the site of the Johnson
City District of Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park
(see place listing p. 352), which includes the Lyndon B. Johnson City Chamber of Commerce: 100 E. Main St.,
Johnson Boyhood Home and the Johnson Settlement. P.O. Box 485, Johnson City, TX 78636. Phone: (830)
Lyndon B. Johnson Ranch is 14 miles west. 868-7684.
A BEST WESTERN JOHNSON CITY INN BOOK NOW 830/868-4044

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Motel. Address: 107 S US Hwy 281 78636. Facility: 53 units. 2 stories (no elevator),
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A CARTER CREEK WINERY RESORT & SPA BOOK NOW 855/941-0906

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324 JUNCTION — KATY, TX
JUNCTION
• Hotels p. 324
A BEST WESTERN DOS RIOS BOOK NOW 325/446-3700

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Hotel. Address: 244 Dos Rios Dr 76849. Facility: 52 units. 2 stories (no elevator),
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A RODEWAY INN BOOK NOW 325/446-4588

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KATY town in 1893. Prosperity came with the 1934 discovery of

• Hotels p. 324 the Katy gas field, which remains one of the largest
• Part of Houston area— see map p. 254 natural gas sources in the state.
Katy is thought to have been named for the Missouri-
Kansas-Texas (M-K-T) railroad, which laid track through
A ALOFT HOUSTON KATY BOOK NOW 281/688-2555

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A BEST WESTERN PLUS KATY INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 281/395-6200
Hotel. Address: 2006 Katy Mills Blvd 77494. Facility: 78 units, some
efficiencies. 3 stories, interior corridors. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities: hot
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KATY, TX 325
A BEST WESTERN PREMIER ENERGY CORRIDOR BOOK NOW 281/599-3249

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Hotel. Address: 1549 Westborough Dr 77449. Facility: 92 units. 3 stories, interior
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A COMFORT SUITES KATY BOOK NOW 281/574-5900

----- Hotel. Address: 25115 Katy Frwy 77494.
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A COUNTRY INN & SUITES BY RADISSON - HOUSTON

WEST/KATY BOOK NOW 281/644-4600
----- Hotel. Address: 25218 Market Place Dr 77494.
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A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON KATY MILLS BOOK NOW 281/665-3189

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~ Hotel. Address: 25402 Katy Mills Pkwy 77494.
A ELEMENT BY WESTIN HOUSTON KATY BOOK NOW 281/574-9885
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 23653 Grande Centre Dr 77494.
A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES HOUSTON KATY BOOK NOW 281/742-9007
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~ Hotel. Address: 22100 Grand Corner Dr 77494.

326 KATY, TX
A HAMPTON INN & SUITES - HOUSTON/KATY BOOK NOW 281/392-1000

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A HILTON GARDEN INN HOUSTON WEST KATY BOOK NOW 281/644-2400
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~ Hotel. Address: 2409 Texmati Dr 77494.
A HOLIDAY INN & SUITES HOUSTON WEST KATY MILLS BOOK NOW 281/712-2363
----- Hotel. Address: 25406 Katy Mills Pkwy 77494.
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A HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON HOUSTON/KATY BOOK NOW 281/398-3500

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 20985 Katy Frwy 77450. Facility: 92
units. 4 stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: picnic
facilities, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin laundry.
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A HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON KATY BOOK NOW 281/391-5500

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KATY — KAUFMAN, TX 327
A HYATT PLACE HOUSTON/KATY BOOK NOW 832/913-1244

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Hotel. Address: 1401 N Westgreen Blvd 77449. Facility: 130 units. 5 stories, interior
corridors. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: coin laundry.
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A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM KATY BOOK NOW 281/665-3883

----- Hotel. Address: 5303 Katy Mills Cir 77494.
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A SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON-KATY MILLS BOOK NOW 281/644-4455

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~ Hotel. Address: 2501 Texmati Dr 77494.
A TRU BY HILTON KATY HOUSTON WEST BOOK NOW 281/371-2111
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~ Hotel. Address: 200 Ernstes Rd 77494.
KAUFMAN
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A BEST WESTERN LA HACIENDA INN BOOK NOW 972/962-6272

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Motel. Address: 200 E Hwy 175 75142. Facility: 40 units. 1 story, exterior corridors.
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328 KEMAH — KERMIT, TX
KEMAH
• Hotels p. 328
A BOARDWALK INN BOOK NOW 281/334-9880

----- Hotel. Address: 8 Kemah Waterfront St 77565.
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KENEDY
• Hotels p. 328
A BEST WESTERN PLUS KENEDY BOOK NOW 830/583-2121

Hotel. Address: 205 Business Park Dr 78119. Facility: 57 units. 3
laundry.
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A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS KENEDY BOOK NOW 830/583-3000

----- Hotel. Address: 4268 US 181 78119.
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KERMIT
• Hotels p. 328
A KERMIT INN BOOK NOW 432/586-6693

Motel. Address: 304 E State Hwy 302 79745. Facility: 33 units. 1-2 stories (no elevator),
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KERRVILLE, TX 329
KERRVILLE Kerrville Convention and Visitors Bureau: 2108 Sidney
• Hotels p. 329 Baker St., Kerrville, TX 78028. Phone: (830) 792-3535 or
(800) 221-7958.
Kerrville, in a rugged hill region along the Guadalupe THE MUSEUM OF WESTERN ART is 1 mi. s.e. on FM
River, is a popular summer and winter resort. Camp 173 to 1550 Bandera Hwy. The center displays works by
Verde, 11 miles south on FM 689, was the eastern ter- living Western American artists and Western Masters of
minus of a camel route to Fort Yuma, Calif., during the the past. Time: Allow 2 hours minimum. Phone: (830)
late 1850s. 896-2553.
A BEST WESTERN SUNDAY HOUSE INN BOOK NOW 830/896-1313

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Hotel. Address: 2124 Sidney Baker St 78028. Facility: 97 units. 2 stories (no elevator),
exterior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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A HAMPTON INN OF KERRVILLE BOOK NOW 830/257-0600

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~ Hotel. Address: 2038 Sidney Baker St 78028.
----- Hotel. Address: 2114 Sidney Baker St 78028.
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A INN OF THE HILLS HOTEL AND CONFERENCE CENTER BOOK NOW 830/895-5000
Hotel. Address: 1001 Junction Hwy 78028. Facility: 166 units. 2 stories, exterior
corridors. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: Some: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities:
fishing, playground, health club, massage. Guest Services: valet laundry, area
transportation.
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330 KERRVILLE — KILGORE, TX
A LA QUINTA INN KERRVILLE BOOK NOW 830/896-9200

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A QUALITY INN OF KERRVILLE BOOK NOW 830/792-7700

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A Y. O. RANCH HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER BOOK NOW 830/257-4440

Hotel. Address: 2033 Sidney Baker St 78028. Location: Located in a light-commercial
area at entrance to city. Facility: 190 units. 2 stories (no elevator), interior/exterior
corridors. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Pool: outdoor. Activities: hot tub, tennis, recreation
programs in winter. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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KILGORE Oil Field through exhibits, audiovisual presentations, pho-

• Hotels p. 330 tographs and a re-created 1930s boomtown. The Boom-
town USA exhibit portrays a full-scale town with people,
Kilgore is known for its collection of Art Deco buildings, animals, stores and machinery common to a lively,
many of which are being restored. Also prominent are the booming oil town. Hand-painted murals and portraits of
more than 80 star-topped reconstructed oil derricks Texas oilmen cover the lobby walls. Geological tools and
around town. At one time, more than 1,200 such derricks equipment also are displayed.
operated within Kilgore. Educational videos focus on new technologies revolu-
tionizing the energy industry, including horizontal drilling,
Kilgore Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau: 813
salt water disposal, George Mitchell and Barnett Shale,
N. Kilgore St., P.O. Box 1582, Kilgore, TX 75663. Phone:
fracturing and stimulation of wells in shale formations to
(903) 984-5022.
capture hydrocarbons. An animatronic REA lineman on a
} EAST TEXAS OIL MUSEUM is off US 259 exit

Ross St. on the Kilgore College campus. A tribute
to the pioneers of the Texas oil industry, this museum
utility pole describes his work of bringing electricity to rural
East Texas.
Time: Allow 1 hour, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (903)
traces the history and development of the vast East Texas 983-8295.
A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES KILGORE BOOK NOW 903/986-3533

----- Hotel. Address: 3308 US Hwy 259 N 75662.
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KILGORE — KILLEEN, TX 331
A INN OF KILGORE BOOK NOW 903/986-1195

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KILLEEN Downtown Killeen, bound by Santa Fe Plaza, Avenue A,

• Hotels p. 331 4th Street and 8th Street, is listed on the National Reg-
ister of Historic Places due to its array of architecturally
Originally a small farming town, today Killeen is home to significant buildings built between 1895 and 1960.
Fort Hood, which was built in 1942 to serve as a post for Building styles include late 19th-century Romanesque Re-
testing World War II tank destroyers. Elvis Presley was vival, early 20th-century Classical Revival and midcentury
stationed at Fort Hood in 1958 for basic training and lived modern as well as a 1912 Greek Revival church.
there for about six months.
A BEST WESTERN PLUS KILLEEN FT HOOD HOTEL & SUITES BOOK NOW 254/634-5560
Hotel. Address: 2709 Cunningham Rd 76542. Facility: 93 units. 3
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A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT KILLEEN BOOK NOW 254/616-2000

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~ Hotel. Address: 1721 E Central Texas Expwy 76541.
A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT KILLEEN BOOK NOW 254/526-3333
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~ Hotel. Address: 200 E Central Texas Expwy 76541.
----- Hotel. Address: 2603 Gateway Dr 76542.
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332 KILLEEN — KINGSVILLE, TX
A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT KILLEEN BOOK NOW 254/634-1020

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~ Extended Stay Contemporary Hotel. Address: 400 E Central Texas Expwy 76541.
KINGSVILLE Kingsville Visitor Center: 1501 N. Hwy. 77, Kingsville,
• Hotels p. 332 TX 78363. Phone: (361) 592-8516 or (800) 333-5032.
KING RANCH HEADQUARTERS is w. off SR 141. In
When Capt. Richard King, a Rio Grande riverboat pilot, 1853 Capt. Richard King purchased the 15,500-acre Rincon
camped along the Santa Gertrudis Creek in the south de Santa Gertrudis Land Grant and stocked his ranch with
Texas region known as Wild Horse Desert, he saw its po- longhorn cattle. Climate conditions and a demand for more
tential as a cattle range. The King Ranch, which covers flavorful and tender beef resulted in the creation of the Santa
825,000 acres of protected habitat, is one of the largest Gertrudis—the first beef cattle breed developed in the
privately owned ranches and is recorded on the National Western Hemisphere in more than 100 years. Today the
Register as the ‘‘Birthplace of American Ranching.’’ ranch comprises 825,000 acres and offers a 90-minute nar-
rated tour that focuses on its history and agricultural opera-
Kingsville, King Ranch Headquarters, was chartered on tions. A variety of nature tours also are offered.
July 4, 1904, following development of a well-drilling Phone: (361) 592-8055. f
system that could tap deeply buried water, and the con-
struction of the railroad to enable King cattle to be King Ranch Museum is at 405 N. Sixth St. near King
shipped easily. The town prospered from its association Ranch Headquarters. On display are photographs of the
with the ranch. It is known today for its agricultural and ranch in the 1940s, saddle and branding iron collections,
natural resources such as birding and wildlife. Texas A&M vintage carriages and automobiles. Videos about the
University-Kingsville and the Naval Air Station Kingsville ranch and residence are shown. Time: Allow 1 hour
also call the town home. minimum. Phone: (361) 595-1881.
A AMERICAS BEST VALUE INN BOOK NOW 361/595-5656

----- Motel. Address: 2402 E King Ave 78363.
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A KINGSVILLE HAMPTON INN BOOK NOW 361/592-9800

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KINGWOOD — LA GRANGE, TX 333
KINGWOOD
• Hotels p. 333
A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT KINGWOOD BOOK NOW 281/973-1790

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A HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON AT KINGWOOD PARC BOOK NOW 281/358-5566
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 23320 Hwy 59 N 77339.
A SUPER 8 BY WYDHAM KINGWOOD/HOUSTON NORTH BOOK NOW 281/348-2401
----- Motel. Address: 25627 US Hwy 59 N 77339.
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LA GRANGE 1831 near the crossing of the Colorado River and an old
• Hotels p. 333 Native American trail known as La Bahia Road.
Famed for its brave fighters during the revolt against La Grange Area Chamber of Commerce: 220 W. Colo-
Mexico, La Grange took its name from the country home rado St., La Grange, TX 78945. Phone: (979) 968-5756
of the Marquis de Lafayette. The town was founded in or (800) 524-7264.
A BEST WESTERN LA GRANGE INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 979/968-6800

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334 LA GRANGE — LAKE DALLAS, TX
A HAMPTON INN LA GRANGE BOOK NOW 979/968-4900

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~ Hotel. Address: 1624 W Travis St 78945.
LAJITAS Road, affords spectacular scenery as the paved highway
climbs mountains and plunges into canyons along the Rio
Lajitas (la-HEE-tas) is the Spanish word for ‘‘flag- Grande.
stones,’’ which are noticeable in the area. The village was
first established in 1915 when an Army post was stationed BARTON WARNOCK VISITOR CENTER is 1 mi. e. on
to protect the Big Bend area from the Mexican bandit FM 170. Exhibits portray the natural history, geology and
Pancho Villa. archeology of the Big Bend region. A courtyard showcases
Known as the home of the late beer-drinking goat Clay a yucca forest, and 2.5 acres of gardens are planted with
Henry, Lajitas also serves as a base from which to explore local cacti, desert shrubs and trees. The center is the
Big Bend National Park (see place listing p. 106), 20 miles eastern entry point to Big Bend Ranch State Park. Time:
east. Westbound travel on FM 170, also called The River Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (432) 424-3327. q
LAKE DALLAS
• Hotels p. 334
A BEST WESTERN PLUS LAKE DALLAS INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 940/497-1007
Hotel. Address: 305 Swisher Rd 75065. Facility: 54 units. 3 stories,
interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet
and coin laundry.
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LAKE JACKSON, TX 335
LAKE JACKSON community by Dow Chemical Company. The town is
• Hotels p. 335 known for curiously named streets such as Any Way, This
Way and That Way.
Lake Jackson, named for the small oxbow lake on Maj.
Abner Jackson’s plantation, was founded as a model
A BEST WESTERN PLUS LAKE JACKSON INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 979/529-2020
Hotel. Address: 702 Hwy 332 E 77566. Facility: 64 units. 3 stories,
interior corridors. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: Some: safes. Pool: outdoor.
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A CANDLEWOOD SUITES-LAKE JACKSON-CLUTE BOOK NOW 979/297-0011

Extended Stay Contemporary Hotel. Address: 506 Hwy 332 E 77566. Facility: 86
efficiencies. 3 stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: picnic facilities, exercise
room. Guest Services: complimentary and valet laundry.
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for a recognizable form of identification, even if you’re
not driving.
U.S. residents apply at AAA offices.

336 LAKE JACKSON — LAKEWAY, TX
A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT LAKE JACKSON BOOK NOW 979/297-7300

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A STAYBRIDGE SUITES LAKE JACKSON BOOK NOW 979/285-9775

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 981 FM 2004 77566. Facility: 103 efficiencies, some two
bedrooms. 4 stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: picnic facilities, exercise
room. Guest Services: complimentary and valet laundry.
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LAKE MEREDITH NATIONAL RECREATION Fritch Fortress, Harbor Bay, Plum Creek and Sanford-
AREA Yake. Additional facilities are available at McBride and
Bugbee Canyon. Fishing for walleye, crappie, bass, cat-
fish and trout is a popular pastime. Hunters can pursue
Lake Meredith is about 45 miles northeast of Amarillo deer, dove, turkey, quail, pheasant and geese. Park head-
and 9 miles west of Borger via SR 136. Impounded by quarters open Mon.-Fri. 8-4:30. Park open daily 24 hours.
Sanford Dam on the Canadian River, the 10,000-acre lake For more information about the recreation area, phone
offers recreational facilities at Blue West, Cedar Canyon, (806) 857-3151. See Recreation Areas Chart.
LAKEWAY
• Hotels p. 336
A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL & SUITES AUSTIN

NW-LAKEWAY BOOK NOW 512/735-5555
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A LAKEWAY RESORT & SPA BOOK NOW 512/261-6600

----- Resort Hotel. Address: 101 Lakeway Dr 78734.
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LAKE WORTH — LAMPASAS, TX 337
LAKE WORTH
• Hotels p. 337
A BEST WESTERN PLUS LAKE WORTH INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 817/238-1199
Hotel. Address: 3920 Boat Club Rd 76135. Facility: 50 units. 2 stories,
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• Hotels p. 337
A BEST WESTERN LAMESA INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 806/872-3888

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• Hotels p. 337
A BEST WESTERN PLUS LAMPASAS INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 512/556-2100
Hotel. Address: 1504 S Keys Ave 76550. Facility: 51 units, some
efficiencies. 3 stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest
Services: complimentary laundry.
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338 LA PORTE — LAREDO, TX
LA PORTE The observation deck, 489 feet above the battlefield, of-
• Part of Houston area— see map p. 254 fers a spectacular view of the battlefield grounds, Houston
skyline and ship channel.
When La Porte was founded in 1892, speculators ad- Phone: (281) 479-2421.
vertised the area as a prime location for orange growers
and farmers. Unfortunately, the land wasn’t suited to
many crops, but the town’s location on Galveston Bay
eventually made it a summer resort for Houston families. LAREDO
• Hotels p. 338
} SAN JACINTO BATTLEGROUND STATE HIS-

TORIC SITE is 3 mi. n. of SR 225 on SR 134. The
battle that resulted in Texas’ independence from Mexico
A chief port of entry into Mexico, Laredo sits on the bank
of the Rio Grande and is joined to Nuevo Laredo, Mexico,
was fought on this 1,200-acre site April 21, 1836. Phone: by four bridges. Laredo has been under seven flags since
(281) 479-2431. 1755, when it was founded by Don Tomás Sánchez, an of-
ficer of the Royal Army of Spain. At one time, Laredo was
Battleship Texas is moored off San Jacinto Battleground the capital of a separate republic known as ‘‘The Republic
in the San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site, 3 mi. of the Rio Grande,’’ which included south Texas and the
n. of SR 225 on SR 134. This vessel is the veteran of area that is now the three northernmost states of Mexico.
many campaigns of both World Wars. Note: The battle- The capitol of the republic stands in San Agustín Plaza,
ship is off-site in dry dock at Gulf Copper’s Galveston the site of the original town. An important commercial
shipyard for repairs beginning August 2022 and is ex- center, Laredo retains much of its colonial Spanish heri-
pected to be gone for several years; phone for status up- tage and atmosphere.
dates. Phone: (281) 479-2431. Laredo Convention and Visitors Bureau: 501 San
} San Jacinto Monument and Museum of History Agustín Ave., Laredo, TX 78040. Phone: (956) 795-2200
is at One Monument Cir. within the San Jacinto or (800) 361-3360.
Battleground State Historic Site. Completed in 1939, the LAMAR BRUNI VERGARA ENVIRONMENTAL SCI-
570-foot limestone obelisk is said to be the world’s tallest ENCE CENTER is at W. End Washington St. on Laredo
monument column. In the base of the monument, a mu- Community College campus. Highlights include four out-
seum depicts the region’s history, from the Native door ponds with alligators, fish and turtles; a wetlands
American civilization found by Hernando Cortez through area; 50 species of native plants; a cactus garden; a but-
World War II. A multi-image, digital show depicting the terfly garden; and a wildflower hill. Time: Allow 1 hour
Battle of San Jacinto and the Texas revolution is offered. minimum. Phone: (956) 764-5701.
A BEST WESTERN PLUS LAREDO INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 956/608-2491
Hotel. Address: 3113 San Bernardo Ave 78040. Facility: 95 units. 4
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LAREDO, TX 339
A BEST WESTERN SAN ISIDRO INN BOOK NOW 956/723-1600

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Hotel. Address: 1410 Hospitality Dr 78045. Facility: 80 units. 3 stories, interior/exterior
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A EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON LAREDO BOOK NOW 956/723-9100
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Hotel. Address: 110 Calle Del Norte 78041. Location: Located behind
Mall del Norte. Facility: 154 units. 6 stories, interior corridors. Pool: heated
indoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin
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340 LAREDO, TX
A LA POSADA HOTEL BOOK NOW 956/722-1701

Historic Boutique Hotel. Address: 1000 Zaragoza St 78040. Location: Opposite San
Agustin Plaza. Facility: Situated on the Rio Grande, this 1916 Spanish Colonial-style gem
evokes Old World charm with interior gardens, courtyard/pool areas and upscale rooms,
many with wet bars and sofa sleepers. 206 units. 3-4 stories, interior/exterior corridors.
Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor,
heated outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin
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A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM AIRPORT BOOK NOW 956/724-7222

----- Contemporary Hotel. Address: 7220 Bob Bullock Loop 78041.
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A RED ROOF INN #224 BOOK NOW 956/712-0733

----- Motel. Address: 1006 W Calton Rd 78041.
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~ Extended Stay Contemporary Hotel. Address: 310 Lost Oaks Blvd 78041.
A SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT LAREDO BOOK NOW 956/717-0800
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~ Contemporary Hotel. Address: 5940 San Bernardo Ave 78041.
A STAYBRIDGE SUITES AIRPORT BOOK NOW 956/722-0444
----- Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 7010 Bob Bullock Loop 78041.
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LEAGUE CITY, TX 341
LEAGUE CITY
• Hotels p. 341
A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON LEAGUE

CITY BOOK NOW 281/967-8490

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Hotel. Address: 1144 Pinnacle Park Dr 77573. Facility: 112 units. 5
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A SOUTH SHORE HARBOUR RESORT & CONFERENCE CENTER BOOK NOW 281/334-1000
Resort Hotel. Address: 2500 S Shore Blvd 77573. Location: Waterfront. Located on
Clear Lake as part of a marina. Facility: A picturesque harbor, the lighthouse and an
amazing pool area capture attention here. Rooms feature modern elements and charming
harbor-themed décor. Many rooms offer nice harborside views. 230 units. 11 stories,
interior corridors. Bath: shower only. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities:
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342 LEVELLAND — LEWISVILLE, TX
LEVELLAND
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LEWISVILLE Westlake Park Rd.), where many tie up their boats for the
• Hotels p. 342 weekend, crank up the music and enjoy the lake.
• Part of Dallas area— see map p. 152 Lewisville also has dozens of parks. Recreation fans
can enjoy hiking and biking trails, picnic pavilions, play-
grounds, disc golf, basketball courts, golf courses and
Due to its proximity to Lewisville Lake, Lewisville is very sand volleyball. Sun Valley Park (801 S. Valley Pkwy.) of-
popular with those in the Dallas/Fort Worth area; Dallas is fers an aquatic center with a lazy river, several pools and
25 miles south and Fort Worth is 58 miles southwest. Out- water slides as well as lighted tennis courts.
door sports lovers flock to the lake, which has several ma- Toyota of Lewisville Railroad Park (1301 S. Railroad St.)
rinas, campgrounds, beaches, trails, boat and Jet Ski features a 1.5-mile track for walking and jogging, a 6-acre
rentals, and plenty of fishing; the lake is full of bass, dog park and a large skate park. The skate park offers
crappie and catfish. Spend the weekend with fellow par- deep bowl skating, plaza skating and covered seating.
tiers at Party Cove, near West Lake Park (Main St. and The park also has football, baseball and soccer fields.
A BEST WESTERN PLUS LEWISVILLE/FLOWER MOUND BOOK NOW 972/459-5300

Hotel. Address: 330 E Corporate Dr 75067. Facility: 64 units. 3 stories,
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A HILTON GARDEN INN DALLAS/LEWISVILLE BOOK NOW 972/459-4600
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A LA QUINTA INN DALLAS LEWISVILLE BOOK NOW 469/240-9051
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344 LEWISVILLE — LINDALE, TX
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LINDALE
• Hotels p. 344
A BEST WESTERN LINDALE INN BOOK NOW 903/882-8884

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A SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT LINDALE BOOK NOW 430/235-2800
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LITTLEFIELD — LIVE OAK, TX 345
LITTLEFIELD
• Hotels p. 345
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• Hotels p. 345
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346 LLANO — LONGVIEW, TX
LLANO
• Hotels p. 346
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• Hotels p. 346
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LONGVIEW including Caddo Lake, Lake O’ the Pines and Martin

• Hotels p. 347 Creek (see Recreation Areas Chart). These lakes, as well
as the surrounding pine and hardwood forests, make
Longview was founded in 1870 as a rail center for the Longview a popular recreational center. Anglers and ca-
region’s timber mills and farms. In the 1930s, the dis- noeists also enjoy the Sabine River, on the city’s
covery of oil tripled Longview’s population of 6,000 and doorstep.
transformed the quiet East Texas agricultural community
into an industrial center. Longview Convention and Visitors Bureau: 300 W.
Within an hour’s drive of Longview there are more than Cotton St., Longview, TX 75601. Phone: (903) 753-3281.
a dozen lakes, which range from 2,500 to 25,000 acres,

LONGVIEW, TX 347
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Hotel. Address: 900 S Access Rd 75602. Facility: 90 units. 3 stories,
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A HAMPTON INN LONGVIEW BOOK NOW 903/803-4100
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A HILTON GARDEN INN LONGVIEW BOOK NOW 903/212-3000
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348 LONGVIEW — LUBBOCK, TX
A QUALITY INN AND SUITES BOOK NOW 903/234-2001

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LUBBOCK LUBBOCK LAKE LANDMARK is n. on University Ave. to

• Hotels p. 349 Loop 289, then w. to Lubbock Lake exit. This archeo-
logical and natural history preserve is on more than 300
Lubbock was named for Col. Thomas S. Lubbock, a acres and contains evidence of 12,000 years of con-
Confederate officer and brother of a Texas governor. The tinuous human occupation. An interpretive center features
city’s history as a commercial center dates back to the artifacts, dioramas and interactive exhibits. Four miles of
mid-1800s. One of the major agricultural centers of Texas, nature trails wind through a shortgrass prairie landscape.
Lubbock ships livestock, grain and cotton and is one of
America’s largest cotton producers. Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (806) 742-1116.
The Buddy Holly Walk of Fame, across from the Buddy q
Holly Center on Crickets Avenue, pays tribute to West MUSEUM OF TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY is at Fourth
Texas natives who have contributed to the fields of art, St. and Indiana Ave. Exhibits emphasize the environment,
music and entertainment. Inductees include such celebri- history and cultures of Texas, the Southwest and arid and
ties as Dan Blocker, Mac Davis, Waylon Jennings, Roy semiarid lands around the world. The museum’s art col-
Orbison and Tanya Tucker. lection includes sculpture, bronzes, ceramics, jades, ivo-
Visit Lubbock: 1500 Broadway, Sixth Floor, Lubbock, TX ries and Southwestern landscapes. There also are
79401. Phone: (806) 747-5232 or (800) 692-4035. displays about Lubbock history, ethnohistory, natural his-
tory, dinosaurs and pre-Columbian and African art. The
AMERICAN WINDMILL MUSEUM is at 1701 Canyon Moody Planetarium also is featured.
Lake Dr. A large indoor exhibit hall features more than 100
American-style windmills from 1868 to the present as well Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (806) 742-2490
as 4,000 feet of ‘‘G’’ Scale train track with railcars and or (806) 742-2432.
scenery from the early 1900s. The Linebery Windmill Park NATIONAL RANCHING HERITAGE CENTER is at 3121
is 28 acres of rolling countryside that features more than 4th St. This 27-acre facility includes a museum with seven
60 working windmills ranging in style from early wooden galleries and a 19-acre historical park with 49 relocated, re-
to modern metal; some stand more than 55 feet high. Of stored ranch structures from the late 1700s to the 1930s. A
interest is the Legacy of the Wind mural. self-guiding 1.5-mile trail begins from the museum and
Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (806) 747-8734. goes through the historical park, which encompasses a
q ranch office, stone and log cabins, a Queen Anne-style
rancher’s home, a ranch cookhouse/dining hall, a horse
BUDDY HOLLY CENTER is at 1801 Crickets Ave. A barn, a bunkhouse, a one-room schoolhouse, windmills, a
guitar-shaped gallery chronicles the life and music of Lub- train with cattle cars and a depot. Time: Allow 1 hour
bock native Buddy Holly. The depot also houses the Foyer minimum. Phone: (806) 742-0498.
Gallery and the Fine Arts Gallery, which offer changing ex-
hibits by local, regional and national artists. The J. I. Allison SILENT WINGS MUSEUM is at 6202 N. I-27 in the old
House, teenage home to The Crickets’ drummer, is where Lubbock Airport terminal. Exhibits chronicle the history of
he and Buddy Holly wrote ″That’ll Be the Day.″ Time: Allow the United States military glider program during World
30 minutes minimum. Phone: (806) 775-3560. War II. A collection of more than 10,000 artifacts includes
LUBBOCK, TX 349
aircraft, vehicles, weapons and personal effects of sol- is installed in front of the museum. Time: Allow 1 hour, 30
diers and civilians. A fully restored glider sits inside the minutes minimum. Phone: (806) 775-2047.
30,000-square-foot gallery; a fully restored C-47 Skytrain
A BEST WESTERN PLUS TECH MEDICAL CENTER INN BOOK NOW 806/701-5299
Hotel. Address: 4703 N Loop 289 79416. Facility: 74 units. 4 stories,
interior corridors. Pool: heated indoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet
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A DAYS INN AND SUITES BY WYNDHAM MEDICAL CENTER BOOK NOW 806/701-5860
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350 LUBBOCK, TX
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A HOMEWOOD SUITES LUBBOCK BOOK NOW 806/785-7600
Hotel. Address: 5320 W Loop 289 79424. Facility: 74 efficiencies,
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A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES LUBBOCK WEST MEDICAL CENTER BOOK NOW 806/792-0065
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A MY PLACE HOTEL - LUBBOCK BOOK NOW 806/701-4196

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A OVERTON HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER BOOK NOW 806/776-7000

Hotel. Address: 2322 Mac Davis Ln 79401. Location: Across from Texas Tech University
Football Stadium. Facility: 303 units. 15 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site and
valet. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room.
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LUFKIN MUSEUM OF EAST TEXAS is at 503 N. Second St. This

• Hotels p. 351 art collection represents the character, history and heritage
of East Texas. Changing exhibits highlight the works of re-
Lufkin Convention and Visitors Bureau: 1615 S. gionally, nationally and internationally known artists. Time:
Chestnut St., Lufkin, TX 75901. Phone: (936) 633-0349. Allow 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (936) 639-4434.
A BEST WESTERN PLUS CROWN COLONY INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 936/634-3481
Hotel. Address: 3211 S 1st St 75901. Facility: 58 units, some two
bedrooms. 3 stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest
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352 LUFKIN — LYNDON B. JOHNSON NHP, TX
A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT LUFKIN BOOK NOW 936/632-0777

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HISTORICAL PARK
original once stood. His boyhood home remains in its
original location. The visitor center chronicles LBJ’s life
and accomplishments and features a tribute to Lady Bird
Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park is 2 blks. s. Johnson. The visitor center is open daily 9-5. Guided boy-
of US 290 in Johnson City (see place listing p. 323). Cov- hood home tours depart daily 9-4:30. Closed Jan. 1,
ering 675 acres, some of which the Johnson family had Thanksgiving and Christmas.
owned since the late 1860s, the park consists of the JOHNSON CITY DISTRICT is 2 blks. s. of US 290 on E.
Johnson City District and the LBJ Ranch District, each Lady Bird Ln. Lyndon Johnson’s boyhood home is fur-
once home to President Johnson. The home where he nished in period, reflecting rural Texas life in the 1920s.
was born has been reconstructed on the site where the Also within the district is the Johnson Settlement, which
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LYNDON B. JOHNSON NHP — MADISONVILLE, TX 353
features a log cabin, barns, cooler house and windmill are available at the visitor center at Lyndon B. Johnson
built by Johnson’s grandfather in the 1860s, a visitor’s State Park and Historic Site near Stonewall (see attraction
center with exhibits detailing the local cattle business and listing p. 485). Highlights of the tour include the farmhouse
Johnson’s family history, an original chuckwagon and where LBJ was born, the one-room Junction School, the
longhorn cattle. LBJ show barn, the ‘‘Texas White House’’ and the graves
Phone: (830) 868-7128, ext. 244. f of former president Lyndon B. Johnson and Mrs. Johnson
in the Johnson family cemetery.
LBJ RANCH DISTRICT, 14 mi. w. of Johnson City on US
290, is open to self-guiding automobile tours. Vehicle per- Time: Allow 2 hours minimum. Phone: (830) 868-7128,
mits, as well as CDs providing a narrative of the tour route, ext. 244.
LYTLE
• Hotels p. 353
A BEST WESTERN PLUS LYTLE INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 830/772-4949
Hotel. Address: 19876 IH-35 S 78052. Facility: 64 units, some two
bedrooms and efficiencies. 3 stories, interior corridors. Pool: heated indoor. Activities:
hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: coin laundry.
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• Hotels p. 353
A BEST WESTERN EXECUTIVE INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 936/349-1700

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354 MANSFIELD, TX
MANSFIELD Height restrictions apply on some rides. Lounge chairs
• Hotels p. 354 are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Cabanas
and lockers can be rented. Guests may bring their own
HAWAIIAN FALLS - MANSFIELD is at 490 Heritage food but must pay a $10 cooler fee. Time: Allow 4 hours
Pkwy. S. Highlights of this Hawaiian-themed water park minimum. Phone: (817) 853-0050 or (888) 544-7550.
include the Hightide Whirlpool ride, the Pineapple Express
racing mat slide, the Kona Kooler lazy river and the inter- Jq
active water play structure Keiki Cove.
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356 MANVEL — MARFA, TX
MANVEL
• Hotels p. 356
A BEST WESTERN PLUS MANVEL INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 281/489-2266
Hotel. Address: 19301 Hwy 6 77578. Facility: 50 units, some
efficiencies and kitchens. 3 stories, interior corridors. Pool: indoor. Activities: hot tub,
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MARBLE FALLS
• Hotels p. 356
A HIDDEN FALLS INN AT LAKE-MARBLE FALLS BOOK NOW 830/798-1895

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MARFA house works by Judd and 11 other artists. There are out-
• Hotels p. 356 door displays, too.
Visitors may choose from two different guided tours: the
THE CHINATI FOUNDATION, 1 Cavalry Row, behind the
6-hour Full Collection tour and the 2-hour Selections tour.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection office, is a contem-
Self-guiding tours include an outdoor tour of Judd’s 15 works
porary art museum founded by artist Donald Judd. Situ-
in concrete and an indoor tour of his 100 aluminum works,
ated on 340 acres at the site of former cavalry post Fort
which are housed inside artillery sheds. Temporary exhibits
D.A. Russell, the museum explores the connection be-
and special programs are presented throughout the year.
tween the art and architecture and the natural landscape
surrounding them. Eighteen buildings, including structures Note: Photography is not permitted. Time: Allow 1 hour
that once served as army barracks and artillery sheds, minimum. Phone: (432) 729-4362. f
A HOTEL SAINT GEORGE BOOK NOW 432/729-3700

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MARLIN — MARSHALL, TX 357
MARLIN Trans-Mississippi Department of the Confederacy as their
administrative center. At that time Marshall was one of the
The thermomineral wells under Marlin, reputed to be the biggest and wealthiest cities in the state, producing gun
deepest in the world, expel more than 380,000 gallons of powder and ammunition for the Confederacy as well as
147-degree-Fahrenheit water daily. The water is used in saddles, harnesses and clothing.
geothermal heating projects. The chamber of commerce
and the Falls Community Memorial Hospital are heated by On a major stagecoach route, Marshall became a stop
geothermal energy. on the Texas and Pacific Railroad in the 1870s. An original
Agribusiness, primarily cattle and grain production, section of the old Stagecoach Road begins at the end of
maintains Marlin’s economy. When not at work, residents Poplar Street off US 59. The arrival of the railroad re-
enjoy sports and recreation at Falls on the Brazos Park stored the town’s fortunes—a prosperity expressed by the
(see Recreation Areas Chart) on the Brazos River. elegant Ginocchio Hotel built near the depot in 1896. This
restored Victorian hostelry is the centerpiece of Marshall’s
Marlin Chamber of Commerce: 245 Coleman St., three-block Ginocchio Historic District. At Christmas, mil-
Marlin, TX 76661. Phone: (254) 803-3301. lions of white lights decorate the downtown area in the
Wonderland of Lights.
Marshall Convention and Visitors Bureau: 301 N.
MARSHALL Washington St., Marshall, TX 75670. Phone: (903)
• Hotels p. 357 702-7777.
During the Civil War Marshall was the Confederate Self-guiding tours: Maps outlining tours of historic Mar-
capital of Missouri. It seemed strange that such a quiet shall and Harrison County are available from the conven-
town would be chosen by executives of Missouri and the tion and visitors bureau.

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358 MCALLEN, TX
MCALLEN jets. Camping, fishing, canoeing and kayaking can be en-
• Hotels p. 358 joyed at Fireman’s Park, 201 N. 1st St. At McAllen Nature
Center, 4101 SR 83, hiking trails wind through a lush na-
McAllen was named in honor of its Scottish founder, tive forest that’s home to a variety of flora and fauna;
John McAllen, who donated land for the establishment of phone (956) 681-3333.
a rail line in 1904. He also built the depot close to his McAllen Heritage Center, housed in the old post office
hotel, thus increasing his occupancy rate. Construction of building at 301 S. Main St., has artifacts, exhibits and spe-
the McAllen-Hidalgo-Reynosa International Bridge in cial programs pertaining to the town’s history; phone (956)
1941 made the town a major port of entry into Mexico and 687-1904.
a center for tourism. McAllen’s culture reflects a strong
Mexican influence. McAllen Convention and Visitors Bureau: 1200 Ash
Nicknamed the City of Palms for the 40 varieties of trees Ave., P.O. Box 790, McAllen, TX 78501. Phone: (956)
that line its streets, McAllen is a winter resort that lies on 682-2871.
the same latitude as Fort Lauderdale and enjoys the Shopping: Dillard’s, JCPenney, Joe Brand and Macy’s
same subtropical climate. The town bills itself as the are among the 150 stores in the 1.2 million-square-foot La
‘‘square dance capital of the world,’’ attracting some Plaza Mall, 2100 S. 10th St.
10,000 people each winter for daily promenades.
McAllen’s arts district, along Main Street in the heart of
While you’re exploring McAllen’s 17th Street Entertain-
downtown, features a concentration of art galleries and
ment District, look for the neon marquee (it’s the original)
studios exhibiting works by local artisans. The district’s Art
of the Moderne-style Cine El Rey. Opened in 1947 as a
Walk, held the first Friday of each month September
Spanish-language theater, Cine El Rey catered to the
through May from 6-10 p.m., is a popular event.
town’s Mexican community until the mid-1980s. Today it
presents American independent films, concerts, theatrical INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM OF ART AND SCIENCE
performances and comedy shows; phone (956) 278-0626. (IMAS) is 3.2 mi. n.w. at jct. Nolana Ave. and Bicentennial
City parks offer year-round outdoor recreational oppor- Blvd. Galleries present changing exhibits of paintings,
tunities. Park and Spray Ground, at the corner of 29th sculpture, photographs, graphics and crafts. RioScape
Street and Zinnia Avenue, has picnicking facilities, a Discovery Park is an interactive science playground with
skateboard park, a sand volleyball court and a ‘‘spray waterfalls, climbing walls and mazes. Phone: (956)
ground’’—a playing surface containing hundreds of water 682-0123.
A BEST WESTERN MCALLEN MEDICAL CENTER BOOK NOW 956/630-3333

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MCALLEN, TX 359
A BEST WESTERN PLUS MCALLEN AIRPORT HOTEL BOOK NOW 956/632-2000

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A DRURY INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 956/682-3222
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362 MCKINNEY, TX
MCKINNEY McKinney, a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independ-
• Hotels p. 362 ence. Diversified industry bolsters the city’s economy.
McKinney, located 30 miles north of Dallas on US 75, is McKinney Chamber of Commerce: 400 W. Virginia St.,
the county seat of Collin County and was named for Collin Suite 100, McKinney, TX 75069. Phone: (972) 542-0163.
A BEST WESTERN PLUS MCKINNEY INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 972/548-3000
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MCKINNEY — MESQUITE, TX 363
A SHERATON MCKINNEY HOTEL BOOK NOW 972/549-4000

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• Hotels p. 363 tary Pkwy. exit 4. Held in the 5,500-seat, air-conditioned
• Part of Dallas area— see map p. 152 Mesquite Arena, the rodeo competition includes profes-
sional bull and bronc riding, steer wrestling, tie-down and
Mesquite, an eastern suburb of Dallas, is the home of team roping, and barrel racing performed by cowgirls.
the Mesquite Championship Rodeo Series (see attraction Rodeo clowns, the Priefert Shark Cage, chuck wagon
listing). Probably the best known of the nation’s rodeos,
races, a calf scramble and a laser show are part of the
the event has elevated to fame such riders and ropers as
Don Gay, Larry Mahan, Charles Sampson and Jim Shoul- entertainment. Visitors can also ride a pony and have their
ders. Joe Kool, considered by many to have been the photo taken while sitting on a bull.
toughest bull to ride, often appeared in Mesquite.
Mesquite Convention & Visitors Bureau: 757 N. Gal-
loway Ave., Mesquite, TX 75149. Phone: (972) 204-4925 Time: Allow 2 hours minimum. Phone: (972) 285-8777.
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364 MEXIA — MIDLAND, TX
MEXIA
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• Hotels p. 365 1951-55, when the Bush family lived there. The 1,500-
square-foot home also features photographic exhibits.
Midland is a West Texas oil center that lies on the former Phone: (432) 685-1112 or (866) 684-4380.
Chihuahua Trail, the Emigrant Road to California and the
Comanche War Trail. The settlement, named in 1880 for its
location halfway between Fort Worth and El Paso, was a
} PETROLEUM MUSEUM is at 1500 I-20W exit 136,
.7 mi. w. of jct. SR 349 and I-20. Situated in the
heart of the Permian Basin, this museum chronicles the
quiet farming town until its economy changed in 1923 with origin and discovery of fossil fuels. Pioneers of the oil and
the tapping of the huge Permian Basin petroleum supply. gas industry are honored in the Petroleum Hall of Fame.
In the Chaparral Gallery you’ll learn about the history
President George W. Bush spent his formative years in and innovations of the Midland-based auto racing team
Midland; the Bush family lived in the area 1948-59. While Chaparral Cars. You can view seven legendary Chaparral
working in Houston, George W. was introduced to Laura race cars, explore exhibits relating to aerodynamics and
Welch, a young librarian from his home town. The couple sit behind the wheel of a replica Chaparral 2E.
married in 1977 and made their home in Midland. Other highlights include the Mineral Gallery and
Midland Chamber of Commerce: 109 N. Main St., Mid- Permian Reef diorama. A permanent collection of Tom
land, TX 79701. Phone: (432) 683-3381 or (800) Lovell paintings is on display, and a research library is
624-6435. open to visitors. Drilling rigs and antique tools also are on
display in the outdoor Oil Patch.
GEORGE W. BUSH CHILDHOOD HOME is at 1412 W. Time: Allow 1 hour, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (432)
Ohio Ave. The fully restored childhood home of the 43rd 683-4403. f q
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interior corridors. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin
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366 MIDLAND — MIDLOTHIAN, TX
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MINEOLA
• Hotels p. 367
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• Hotels p. 367
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• Hotels p. 368 grew up in Mission. A mural painted by local artist Manuel
Hinojosa on a 95-foot wall facing Tom Landry Street de-
picts his life and football career, including playing in five
Mission, in the Rio Grande Valley, was founded by Ob- Super Bowls with the Dallas Cowboys.
late Fathers in 1824. They are credited with being the first Los Ebanos Ferry, 17 miles southwest on FM 886, is
to plant citrus in this region, which is now known for Texas thought to be the last remaining hand-drawn ferry in the
Ruby Red grapefruit. Situated on the migratory flyway be- country. It transports three cars and several passengers
tween Central and South American and Canada, the Rio across the Rio Grande at a time.
Grande Valley is a prime bird-watching destination; nearly Mission Chamber of Commerce: 202 W. Tom Landry
500 species have been sighted in the region. St., Mission, TX 78572. Phone: (956) 585-2727.

368 MISSION — MONAHANS, TX

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MONAHANS habitat until the mid-1800s. Monahans was established
• Hotels p. 368 about 1881 as a railroad city.
Although the Spanish explored the area more than 400 Monahans Chamber of Commerce: 401 S. Dwight Ave.,
years ago, it remained an undisturbed Native American Monahans, TX 79756. Phone: (432) 943-2187.
A BEST WESTERN PLUS MONAHANS INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 432/943-3360
Hotel. Address: 2101 S Betty St 79756. Facility: 51 units. 3 stories,
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• Hotels p. 369
A BEST WESTERN LAKE CONROE INN BOOK NOW 936/588-3030

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370 MOUNT PLEASANT — NACOGDOCHES, TX
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MULESHOE death. The expedition of René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de
La Salle, documented the settlement in 1687.
Muleshoe derived its name from a ranch of the same A Spanish mission was built among the Nacogdoche In-
name. Ranches such as the Muleshoe, the Matador and dians in 1716 by Father Margil, who founded the Mission
the XIT represented large cattle syndicates that covered of Our Lady of the Guadalupe of Nacogdoches. Finding
millions of acres on the High Plains in the late 19th cen- the upkeep of the mission too costly, Spain recalled its
tury. The blizzard of 1888 spurred the demise of these subjects to San Antonio in 1772, removing many settlers
ranches, which were eventually replaced by farms. by force. A group led by Antonio Gil Y’Barbo returned to
the abandoned mission in 1779, and Nacogdoches was
Muleshoe Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture: granted the official designation of pueblo, or town.
115 E. American Blvd., Muleshoe, TX 79347. Phone: Serving as Spanish lieutenant governor, Y’Barbo built a
(806) 272-4248. stone house that served as the local seat of government
and business until its demolition in 1902. A replica of the
Stone Fort, as it came to be known, was built for the
Texas Centennial celebration in 1936. During the early
NACOGDOCHES 1800s, the Stone Fort was the site of three failed attempts
• Hotels p. 370 to establish a Republic of Texas, giving Nacogdoches the
distinction of having nine national flags in its history, as
Texas’ oldest town, Nacogdoches (Nak-a-DOE-chez) opposed to the six that have flown over Texas.
was named for the region’s earliest inhabitants, a Caddo Nacogdoches Convention and Visitors Bureau: 200 E.
Indian tribe. Hernando de Soto’s lieutenant probably vis- Main St., Nacogdoches, TX 75961. Phone: (936)
ited the area en route to Mexico 1541-42, after de Soto’s 564-7351 or (888) 653-3788.
A BEST WESTERN INN OF NACOGDOCHES BOOK NOW 936/560-4900

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A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON NASA/CLEAR LAKE BOOK NOW 281/333-0220

Hotel. Address: 18100 Saturn Ln 77058. Location: Across from NASA Space Center.
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372 NAVASOTA — NEW BRAUNFELS, TX
NAVASOTA
• Hotels p. 372
A BEST WESTERN INN OF NAVASOTA BOOK NOW 936/870-4100

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• Hotels p. 373 S. Seguin Ave., P.O. Box 311417, New Braunfels,
• Part of San Antonio area— see map p. 413 TX 78131-1417. Phone: (830) 625-2385 or (800)
572-2626.
New Braunfels was one of several towns north of San
Antonio settled by Germans, one of the largest groups to MCKENNA CHILDREN’S MUSEUM is at 801 W. San An-
immigrate to the new Republic of Texas. Settled in 1845, tonio St. Interactive educational exhibits focus on culture,
the town prospered from the region’s plentiful water and health, science, history, technology and art. Children learn
rich soil, which soon produced a healthy agricultural about space exploration in Destination Space!, shop and
economy. The city’s German heritage and the region’s work in a grocery store, explore their creativity in the Out-
natural beauty currently fuel a thriving tourism industry. side the Lines Art Studio, do chores and learn about ani-
mals on Lend-A-Hand Ranch, treat patients in a hospital,
At the heart of the city is the spring-fed Comal River, a
and more. The Town Square exhibit features a bank and
playground for inner tube riders and swimmers. The
a construction site.
scenic River Road traverses the Hill Country through New
Braunfels. Phone: (830) 606-9525. J
River Road, off SR 46, leads to Sattler and Canyon
Dam before returning to the city via Sattler Road, Startz- OLD TOWN AT CONSERVATION PLAZA (NEW
ville and SR 46. The centerpiece of this scenic loop is the BRAUNFELS CONSERVATION SOCIETY) is .5 mi. w.
Guadalupe River Scenic Area, a popular river reserve for jct. I-35 and SR 46 at 1300 Church Hill Dr. Guided tours
canoeing, inner tubing and fishing. of the 18 restored and furnished buildings are offered. The
Another highlight is the restored late 19th-century com- historic buildings include a one-room school, a general
munity of Gruene and its historic district, which includes store, a music studio, a saloon, a two-story pioneer
Texas’ oldest dance hall as well as several general stores, house, a cabinetmaker’s shop and house, and log cabins.
antique stores, an art gallery and ethnic restaurants. Phone: (830) 629-2943. f

NEW BRAUNFELS, TX 373
SCHLITTERBAHN WATERPARK RESORT is at 400 N. Rental cabanas are available. Glass containers and al-
Liberty Ave. The 65-acre water park features 40 water at- cohol are prohibited. Phone: (830) 625-2351 or (855)
tractions, including 18 waterslides, inner tube chutes, hot 246-0273. J q
tubs, tubing rivers, a six-story uphill water coaster, black
tunnel slides and children’s water playgrounds. The park
includes volleyball and picnic facilities.
A BEST WESTERN INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 830/625-7337

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374 NEW BRAUNFELS, TX
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Hotel. Address: 245 FM 306 N 78130. Location: Located in a quiet country setting just
north of town. Facility: 72 units. 4 stories, interior corridors. Amenities: safes. Pool:
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NEW CANEY
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A BEST WESTERN PLUS NEW CANEY INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 281/354-7222
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Hotel. Address: 22025 US Hwy 59 N 77357. Facility: 55 units. 3 stories, interior
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376 ODESSA, TX
ODESSA Odessa Convention and Visitors Bureau: 700 N. Grant
• Hotels p. 376 Ave., Suite 200, Odessa, TX 79761. Phone: (432)
333-7871 or (800) 780-4678.
In 1881 Russian railroad laborers named Odessa after
their homeland, which the wide, flat prairie resembled. By ELLEN NOËL ART MUSEUM is off I-20 exit 121, then 1.3
Texas standards, Odessa was a tame cow town, primarily mi. n. to 4909 E. University Blvd. near the U.T. Permian
because local Methodists outlawed saloons until 1898; Basin campus. Three galleries feature 12-17 permanent
the first bar was opened by the sheriff. The discovery of and changing exhibits ranging from the Renaissance pe-
oil in 1926 brought prosperity and a population boom; by riod to the present day and include such media as paint-
World War II, Odessa was one of the world’s largest in- ings, ceramics, prints, photography and sculpture. An
land petroleum complexes. outdoor sensory garden features bronze sculptures and
After his graduation from Yale, George Herbert Walker fragrant herb beds for the visually impaired. The Arthaus
Bush moved to Odessa in 1948 to work in the oil fields, is a special place for children to explore art.
bringing his wife and 2-year-old son George W. with him.
The family lived in the Odessa-Midland area for 11 years. Time: Allow 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (432)
The second largest known meteor crater in the United 550-9696.
States is 8 miles west of the city, between I-20 and US 80.
The world’s largest known hare, the 8-foot Odessa Jack- THE PRESIDENTIAL ARCHIVES AND LEADERSHIP LI-
rabbit statue, is located at the corner of 8th and Sam BRARY is off I-20 exit 121 (Loop 338), then 1.3 mi. n. to
Houston streets. 4919 E. University Blvd. on the U.T. Permian Basin
The Globe Theatre, 2308 Shakespeare Rd. on the campus. Exhibits and educational programs are designed
Odessa College campus, is a replica of Shakespeare’s to provide a better understanding of the American presi-
original playhouse. Community and professional produc- dency, campaigns and election procedures. Permanent
tions are staged in the theater; tours are offered by ap- displays include campaign memorabilia, documents and
pointment for a fee. Phone (432) 335-6818. first ladies’ inaugural gowns in miniature. Adjacent to the
The Parker House Ranching Museum, 1118 Maple Ave., museum is the first Odessa home of George H.W. and
features photographs, documents and other memorabilia; George W. Bush. Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone:
phone (432) 335-9918. (432) 363-7737. q
A BEST WESTERN PLUS NORTH ODESSA INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 432/614-4696
Hotel. Address: 7001 Tres Hermanas Blvd 79765. Facility: 76 units,
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ODESSA — ORANGE, TX 377

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ORANGE The First Presbyterian Church at 902 W. Green Ave.
• Hotels p. 377 was completed in 1912. The copper-domed Greek Re-
vival building features a beautiful collection of stained
glass windows and an impressive 36-foot stained glass
Established in 1836, Orange’s inland harbor, connected
inner dome depicting 16 angels; phone (409) 883-2097.
to the Gulf of Mexico by the Sabine-Neches waterway,
was once frequented by Jean Lafitte’s pirates. The port Orange Convention & Visitors Bureau: 803 Green
also was the berth of the Navy’s Texas Group, Atlantic Re- Ave., P.O. Box 520, Orange, TX 77631-0520. Phone:
serve Fleet. (409) 883-1011 or (800) 528-4906.
A BEST WESTERN ORANGE INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 409/745-9393

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378 OZONA — PADRE ISLAND NS, TX
OZONA
• Hotels p. 378
A HAMPTON INN BY HILTON OZONA BOOK NOW 325/392-1449

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Motel. Address: 1204 Sheffield Rd/Loop 466 W 76943. Facility: 28 units. 1 story, exterior
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PADRE ISLAND NATIONAL SEASHORE In 1519, when the first Spanish fleet sailed along the
shore, the island was peopled by the Karankawa Indians.
Padre Island became infamous as a graveyard for ships
Padre Island National Seashore is parallel to the Gulf blown onto the island during storms. Around 1804, Padre
coast and reached via the JFK causeway at Corpus Nicholas Balli, for whom the island was named, used it for
Christi. The national seashore covers 70 miles of 113-mile his ranching operation, the first permanent European
Padre Island, considered the longest undeveloped barrier settlement on the island.
island in the world. Some 600 species of plants and wild- Causeways at Corpus Christi and Port Isabel connect
flowers can be found on the sand-duned strip of land, both ends of the island to the mainland, but there is no
which is only .5 to 3 miles wide. To the east lies the Gulf through road; a paved road extends for only 6 miles within
and to the west the Laguna Madre, including a portion of the national seashore and a channel separates the two is-
the Intracoastal Waterway. On the Laguna Madre side lies lands. There is no crossing for people or vehicles over the
the park’s Bird Island Basin, a highly regarded and channel. Picnicking, sportfishing, camping and driving are
popular windsurfing spot. allowed on the seashore, except for a 4.5-mile stretch at
PADRE ISLAND NS — PAMPA, TX 379
Malaquite Beach reserved for pedestrian traffic. The Pronounced ‘‘palas-teen,’’ the town has old-fashioned
Malaquite Visitor Center presents interpretive naturalist charm, with Victorian and pioneer houses dating from
programs daily. Food is available. 1849. The business area has preserved many of its
Seashore open daily 24 hours. Visitor center open daily original buildings.
9-5; closed Christmas. Admission, valid for 7 days, is $25 Palestine Visitor Center: 825 W. Spring St., Palestine,
per private vehicle; $15 per person arriving on foot or by TX 75801. Phone: (903) 723-3014 or (800) 659-3484.
bicycle. Phone (361) 949-8068 or (361) 949-8175 for re-
corded weather conditions. See Recreation Areas Chart. TEXAS STATE RAILROAD is 2.7 mi. e. on US 84 at 789
Park Rd. 70. The Texas state prison system began con-
struction on the railroad in 1881. The line was built to
transport iron ore to smelting furnaces at the East Texas
PALESTINE State Penitentiary in Rusk. Today, passengers may travel
• Hotels p. 379 through the ‘‘Piney Woods’’ region on 4-hour, 50-mile
round-trip rides to Rusk aboard early 20th-century train
In the 1840s it was discovered that the seat of Anderson cars. Several special-event train rides take place during
County, Houston (not the major city of Harris County), was the year, including the Polar Express and Saturday Star-
2 miles off center. Literally obeying the legislature’s guide- light trains.
lines that a county seat be at the center of the county,
local residents constructed Palestine. Phone: (855) 632-7729. LJq
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• Hotels p. 380 112 S. Cuyler St. The 1916 headquarters of the White
Deer Land Company contains 30 rooms and offices fur-
Founded in 1888 on the Santa Fe Railroad, Pampa was nished in period, Native American artifacts, antiques and
derived from the Spanish word pampas, meaning the Time-Line History Wall. Of interest is the David F.
‘‘plains.’’ Recreational activities abound in the city’s mu- Barry photograph collection begun in the 1870s. Time:
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PANHANDLE The county straddles the ridge of the Red and Sulphur
rivers, with their many creeks and tributaries. Furs as well
Aptly named for its location in the state, Panhandle as goods from New Orleans and Shreveport, La., were
counts wheat, cattle and petroleum products among its shipped up the Red River in flatboats and paddle wheelers
commodities. and then transported overland by wagon and oxcart.
CARSON COUNTY SQUARE HOUSE MUSEUM is 1 mi. In 1844 the Central National Road of the Republic of
n. of jct. US 60 and SR 207 at 501 Elsie St. Thirteen struc- Texas was cut through the county, intersecting the city.
tures at the site include a 24-foot-square house built in the Markers on US 82 and CR 195 denote the historic route.
1880s. Wildlife dioramas and more than 10,000 artifacts With the coming of such railroads as the Texas and Pa-
are displayed at the museum, which relates the story of cific in 1876, the Gulf Colorado, the Santa Fe and the
12,000 years of human adaptation to the north Texas Paris and Great Northern in 1888, the Texas Midland in
plains. On the grounds are two art galleries, a windmill, a 1895 and the Paris and Mount Pleasant in 1910, the town
church, a barn, a dugout shelter, a paddy wagon and a emerged as a rail center.
railroad exhibit.
Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (806) 537-3524. John Chisum, a local cattle baron, expanded into New
q Mexico, pioneering cattle trails from Fort Sumner to Las
Animas and Tascosa. These routes are known as
‘‘Chisum Trails.’’ A monument marks his gravesite at the
railroad tracks southwest of town. Twelve miles north is
the 8,000-acre Pat Mayse Lake recreation area (see Rec-
PARIS reation Areas Chart).
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Paris Visitors and Convention Council: 8 W. Plaza,
Early settlement was rapid and constant in Lamar Paris, TX 75460. Phone: (903) 784-2501 or (800)
County, where Paris is situated. Between 1824, when John 727-4789.
Emberson built the first house along the banks of the Red
River, and 1837, when Claiborne Chisum purchased land Self-guiding tours: Maps and brochures for driving tours
west of the present city, many families moved to the area of Paris and the surrounding countryside are available
from Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama and Georgia. from the visitors and convention council.

PARIS — PASADENA, TX 381
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PASADENA name. The community became a major strawberry pro-
• Hotels p. 381 ducer after Clara Barton of the American Red Cross do-
• Part of Houston area— see map p. 254 nated 1.5 million plants to area farms damaged by the
1900 Galveston hurricane. Shipping and industry later re-
Pasadena’s verdant landscape reminded early settlers placed agriculture as mainstays in the local economy.
of a similar city in California, from which the town took its
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PEARLAND village that houses Barnes & Noble, Dillard’s and Macy’s,
• Hotels p. 382 as well as some 80 specialty shops and 20 dining
establishments.
Pearland, 17 miles south of Houston, was named after
the pear orchards that grew there in the 1890s. The or- Play 18 holes of golf or take a tennis class at Golfcrest
chards are long gone, but today the thriving upscale com- Country Club (2509 Country Club Dr.); phone (281)
munity is home to those who prefer a suburban lifestyle 485-4323. Southwyck Golf Club (2901 Clubhouse Dr.) of-
with proximity to the buzzing city life of Houston. fers a links-style course on the front nine and has an
While in Pearland, shop the day away at Pearland Town academy where you can take lessons to improve your
Center (11200 W. Broadway St.), an outdoor shopping game; phone (713) 436-9999.
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PEARLAND, TX 383
A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON PEARLAND BOOK NOW 713/413-0500

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A HILTON GARDEN INN HOUSTON/PEARLAND BOOK NOW 713/340-0110

Hotel. Address: 12101 Shadow Creek Pkwy 77584. Facility: 137 units. 5 stories, interior
corridors. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room.
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PEARSALL
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PECOS first rodeo—an event that did not earn its name until some
• Hotels p. 384 40 years later. The West of the Pecos Rodeo is held an-
nually in late June.
Tales of the Wild West are incomplete without a mention
of Pecos. Prompted by a June 1883 dispute in front of Red Pecos Area Convention and Visitors Bureau: 100 E.
Newell’s saloon, cowhands from the Hashknife, W, Lazy Y 1st St., Pecos, TX 79772. Phone: (432) 445-2406.
and NA ranches competed the following Fourth of July to WEST OF THE PECOS MUSEUM is at US 285 and Dot
determine which spread had the best ropers and riders. Stafford St. Occupying more than 50 rooms of the re-
Saddle-bronc riding and steer-riding contests were held stored 1896 Orient Hotel and Saloon, the museum depicts
next to the courthouse, and nearly 1,000 spectators the frontier history of Pecos. Time: Allow 1 hour minimum.
watched the cowboys compete for the $40 prize in this Phone: (432) 445-5076.

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PECOS — PFLUGERVILLE, TX 385
A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES PECOS BOOK NOW 432/445-9970

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PERRYTON buildings—onto wagons and relocated to Perryton. Called

• Hotels p. 385 the ‘‘Wheatheart of the Nation’’ for its grain production,
Perryton also is a major supplier of oil and natural gas,
In 1919, the Santa Fe Railway built a new line through and is home to Lake Fryer and Wolf Creek Park.
the Texas Panhandle, bypassing the towns of Ochiltree,
and Gray, Okla., eight miles to the north and south. Perryton-Ochiltree Chamber of Commerce: 2000 S.
Knowing their fortunes were tied to the railroad, residents Main St., P.O. Box 789, Perryton, TX 79070. Phone:
of both towns loaded their belongings—and their (806) 435-6575.

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386 PFLUGERVILLE — PHARR, TX
A COMFORT SUITES AUSTIN (PFLUGERVILLE) BOOK NOW 512/251-9088

Hotel. Address: 15112 FM 1825 78660. Facility: 64 units. 3 stories, interior corridors.
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PHARR — PLANO, TX 387
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PLAINVIEW as the balloon capital of Texas, the city is host to the

Named for the magnificent view of the plains, Plainview } Plano Balloon Festival on the third weekend in Sep-
tember. It draws roughly 75,000 to Oak Point Park, 2801
has an abundant water supply as a result of a huge, shallow E. Spring Creek Pkwy., for five balloon launches; con-
underground water belt. Milo, wheat, corn and cotton pro- certs, skydiving and children’s activities are also held.
duction as well as oil and gas contribute to the economy.
Plainview Chamber of Commerce: 1906 W. Fifth St., Plano Convention and Visitors Bureau: 2000 E. Spring
Plainview, TX 79072-6234. Phone: (806) 296-7431 or Creek Pkwy., Plano, TX 75074. Phone: (972) 941-5843 or
(800) 658-2685. (800) 817-5266.
HERITAGE FARMSTEAD is 1.2 mi. w. off US 75 exit 29
(FM 544) to 1900 W. 15th St. On the grounds of this
4-acre microcosm of early Texas farm life are a furnished
PLANO late Victorian farmhouse and 12 outbuildings including a
• Hotels p. 387 curing shed, a one-room schoolhouse and a windmill. The
• Part of Dallas area— see map p. 152 farmstead is furnished with period artifacts, including tools
and vehicles.
Originally known as Fillmore, Plano was renamed in
1851 when the post office was granted. Fires took a dev- Guided tours of the grounds and certain buildings are
astating toll on the city twice in the late 1800s. Proclaimed available. Phone: (972) 881-0140. f
A CAMBRIA HOTEL PLANO LEGACY BOOK NOW 972/473-9010

Hotel. Address: 7500 Parkwood Blvd 75024. Facility: 129 units, some two bedrooms. 4
stories, interior corridors. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest
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388 PLANO, TX
A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT DALLAS PLANO PARKWAY AT PRESTON

ROAD BOOK NOW 972/867-8000
Hotel. Address: 4901 W Plano Pkwy 75093. Facility: 149 units. 3 stories, interior
laundry, boarding pass kiosk.
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A DALLAS/PLANO MARRIOTT AT LEGACY TOWN CENTER BOOK NOW 972/473-6444

Hotel. Address: 7121 Bishop Rd 75024. Facility: 417 units. 6 stories,
interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Amenities: safes. Pool:
heated outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet
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A HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON NORTH PLANO HWY 75 BOOK NOW 469/367-4900
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A HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON PLANO LEGACY WEST BOOK NOW 469/661-3100
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A HYATT PLACE DALLAS/PLANO BOOK NOW 972/378-3997

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A LA QUINTA BY WYNDHAM DALLAS PLANO WEST BOOK NOW 972/599-0700

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----- Hotel. Address: 6624 Communications Pkwy 75024.
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390 PLANO, TX
A RENAISSANCE DALLAS AT PLANO LEGACY WEST BOOK NOW 469/925-1800

Hotel. Address: 6007 Legacy Dr 75024. Location: In Legacy West.
Facility: This hotel features an expansive rooftop pool area, large
picture windows in the guest rooms and chromotherapy lighting in the
showers. The property is just steps from upscale dining and retail. 304 units. 15 stories,
interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated
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Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 5001 Whitestone Ln 75024. Facility: 126 units, some two
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A BEST WESTERN PLUS PLEASANTON BOOK NOW 830/569-1917

Hotel. Address: 1917 W Oaklawn Rd 78064. Facility: 59 units, some
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392 PORT ARANSAS, TX
PORT ARANSAS least grebes, crested caracara and rails, this center in-
• Hotels p. 392 cludes four designated sites on the Great Texas Coastal
Birding Trail. Boardwalks at two birding centers and an
Port Aransas, known as Texas’ forgotten island, is lo- observation tower allow visitors to see more than 100 na-
cated on the northern tip of Mustang Island along the tive Texas plant species, as well as wildlife including
Central Texas Coast across from Corpus Christi and turtles, nutria and alligators. Time: Allow 1 hour minimum.
Aransas Bay. The barrier island, which took its name from Phone: (361) 749-4158. f
the wild horses brought by Spanish explorers, was inhab-
ited by the Karankawa Indians until the 19th century. First MARINE SCIENCE INSTITUTE VISITOR CENTER is at
known as Sand Point, the town of Port Aransas was lev- 855 E. Cotter Ave. on the University of Texas Marine Sci-
eled by a hurricane in 1919. The island is host to ence Institute campus. The center’s seven aquariums re-
} Texas Sandfest, that includes a sand-sculpting com- create different Texas coastal habitats including a
petition, in late April. cordgrass salt marsh, black mangrove marsh, an oyster
Mustang Island State Park, 14 miles south, preserves reef, an artificial reef, an open bay bottom and a rock jetty.
nearly 4,000 acres of coastal dunes and 5 miles of gulf Visitors can learn about the institute’s research projects
beach (see Recreation Areas Chart); phone (361) through exhibits, movies and educational programs
749-5246. The island is connected to the mainland by the housed in the main building.
John F. Kennedy Causeway and a free car ferry.
Next to the visitor center is the 3.5-acre Wetlands Edu-
LEONABELLE TURNBULL BIRDING CENTER is s. on cation Center, an outdoor area containing native plants,
Cut-Off Rd. to the end of Ross Ave. Home to hundreds of wildlife and a boardwalk. Time: Allow 1 hour minimum.
resident and visiting birds, such as roseate spoonbills, Phone: (361) 749-6729 or (361) 749-6711.
A BEACHGATE CONDOSUITES & HOTEL BOOK NOW 361/749-5900

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PORT ARTHUR MUSEUM OF THE GULF COAST is at 700 Procter St. Ar-
• Hotels p. 393 tifacts, documents, photographs, fossils and memorabilia
recount the area’s history. The Gulf Coast Music Hall of
On Sabine Lake (see Recreation Areas Chart), 11 miles Fame features mementos and recordings by such Port Ar-
from the Gulf of Mexico, Port Arthur is connected with the thur natives as Janis Joplin and The Big Bopper. The
Gulf by a ship channel 36 feet deep and 400 feet wide at Sports Legends Gallery features audiovisual exhibits.
the bottom. SR 87, between Port Arthur and Sabine Pass, Works by artist Robert Rauschenberg and a collection of
skirts the canal much of the way. Just northeast of the city, decorative arts also are featured. Of interest is the indoor
the 1.5-mile-long Rainbow Bridge spans the Neches River mural collection, Sabine Banks lighthouse Fresnel lens
176 feet above the water. and fiberglass racecar.
Port Arthur Convention and Visitors Bureau: 3401 Cul-
tural Center Dr., Port Arthur, TX 77642. Phone: (409) Time: Allow 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (409)
985-7822 or (800) 235-7822. 982-7000.
A DAYS INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM PORT ARTHUR BOOK NOW 409/999-3430
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394 PORT ISABEL — PORTLAND, TX
PORT ISABEL Mexican War, the Civil War, fishing and maritime history
and border folklore. American, Mexican and Texas history
The Queen Isabella Causeway crosses the Laguna also are highlighted.
Madre from Port Isabel to the town of South Padre Island Time: Allow 2 hours minimum. Phone: (956) 943-7602.
(see place listing p. 479), linking the mainland with the
southern portion of Padre Island. Port Isabel Lighthouse is at Maxan and Tarnava sts. in
the Museums of Port Isabel complex. Visitors may climb
Port Isabel Chamber of Commerce: 302 E. Queen Isa- to the top of the lighthouse, which guided ships through
bella Blvd., Suite C, Port Isabel, TX 78578. Phone: (956) the barrier islands and Brazos Santiago 1852-1905. It is
943-2262 or (800) 527-6102. the only lighthouse along the coast of Texas open to the
MUSEUMS OF PORT ISABEL is at 317 E. Railroad Ave. public. The lighthouse keeper’s cottage, which houses the
at jct. Tarnava St. The complex is comprised of three sites chamber of commerce, includes historic lighthouse-
within walking distance of one another, including the Port related items. Note: Rubber-soled shoes are recom-
Isabel Historical Museum, the 1852 Port Isabel Light- mended. Children under 38 inches tall and under 4 years
house and the Treasures of the Gulf Museum. Each site old are not permitted to climb the lighthouse.
depicts various aspects of the history of Port Isabel. Time: Allow 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (956)
Note: Children under 38 inches tall and under age 4 are 943-7602.
not permitted to climb the lighthouse. Time: Allow 1 hour Treasures of the Gulf Museum is at 317 E. Railroad
minimum. Phone: (956) 943-7602. Ave. in the Museums of Port Isabel complex. Exhibits ex-
Port Isabel Historical Museum is opposite the light- plore three Spanish shipwrecks just 30 miles north of Port
house at 317 Railroad Ave. in the Champion Bldg. in the Isabel in 1554. Visitors can see artifacts and murals as
Museums of Port Isabel complex. The museum, which in- well as participate in hands-on activities. The Ship The-
cludes a multilevel exhibit area and a theater, commemo- atre and Children’s Discovery Lab offer educational
rates the history of the Port Isabel area. Displays depict experiences.
Native American culture, Spanish exploration, the Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (956) 943-7602.
PORTLAND
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Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 109 Esplanade Dr 78374. Location:
Located in modern commercial area. Facility: 121 units, some two
bedrooms, efficiencies and kitchens. 4 stories, interior corridors. Pool: heated outdoor.
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A BEST WESTERN REFUGIO INN BOOK NOW 361/526-4600

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RICHARDSON, TX 397
RICHARDSON the Spring Creek Nature Area (off US 75 exit 27A on N.
• Hotels p. 397 Plano Road), where you can hike and bike through 50
• Part of Dallas area— see map p. 152 acres of forest. The city has about 23 miles of trails, too,
and three golf courses.
Just 15 miles north of Dallas, Richardson is an affluent
suburb and has been recognized as one of the top places Fill your evening hours at the Charles W. Eisemann
to live in the United States by various national media. Center for Performing Arts (2351 Performance Dr.). The
Commune with nature at one of the city’s 30 parks, in- roster ranges from performers like Garrison Keillor and
cluding Galatyn Woodland Preserve (911 E. Lookout Dr.), Blood, Sweat & Tears to plays, musicals, dance, orches-
where springtime brings a kaleidoscope of wildflowers, or tras and family theater; phone (972) 744-4650.
A CAMBRIA HOTEL RICHARDSON-DALLAS BOOK NOW 469/906-7100

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Hotel. Address: 1000 S Sherman St 75081. Facility: 149 units. 3 stories, interior
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A HILTON RICHARDSON DALLAS BOOK NOW 972/231-9600

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A HOLIDAY INN RICHARDSON BOOK NOW 972/238-1900
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Hotel. Address: 900 E Lookout Dr 75082. Facility: The stunning lobby
is only a prelude to the rooms that have Texas inspired design. The
hotel is on the Dallas light-rail line, so one can easily enjoy the
downtown sights. 335 units. 12 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee). Terms:
check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated indoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room.
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A SONESTA ES SUITES DALLAS RICHARDSON BOOK NOW 972/669-5888

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 1040 Waterwood Dr 75082. Facility: 120 units, some two
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Hotel. Address: 2191 N Greenville Ave 75082. Facility: 123 units. 4 stories, interior
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• Hotels p. 399
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ROANOKE friendly Hawaiian Halfpipe raft ride; and the Kiki Cow-
• Hotels p. 400 abunga slide, designed for kids.
Height restrictions apply on some rides. Lounge chairs
HAWAIIAN FALLS - ROANOKE is at 290 W. Byron are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Cabanas
Nelson Blvd. Highlights of this Hawaiian-themed water and lockers can be rented. Guests may bring their own
park include Mega WaterWorld, an interactive play struc- food but must pay a $10 cooler fee. Time: Allow 4 hours
ture with waterslides, a raft ride, dump buckets and more; minimum. Phone: (817) 853-0099 or (888) 544-7550.
the spiraling Hightide Whirlpool waterslide; the family- Jq
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• Hotels p. 401 that now house shops and restaurants.
Twelve miles northeast at 202 S. Palmetto St. is Goose
Rockport is a picturesque resort noted as an artists’ Island State Park; phone (361) 729-2858. See Recreation
colony and as one of the major birding areas in the country. Areas Chart.
Twice a year thousands of migratory waterfowl and other
birds arrive to nest and breed on the nearby islands. A local Rockport-Fulton Area Chamber of Commerce: 319
wildlife refuge in Little Bay, Connie Hagar Wildlife Sanc- Broadway St., Rockport, TX 78382. Phone: (361)
tuary was named for a legendary Rockport birder, whose 729-6445 or (800) 242-0071.
efforts helped establish Rockport’s birding reputation.
FULTON MANSION STATE HISTORIC SITE is at 317
Birds are often the subject of Rockport’s other major in- Fulton Beach Rd. at jct. Henderson Street; the Education
terest: art. By remodeling rundown buildings on Austin and History Center is behind the mansion. This restored
Street for use as galleries and studios, the Rockport Art 1877 house was built in the French Second Empire style.
ROCKPORT — ROCKWALL, TX 401
The elaborate house incorporated such innovations as history of Texas, including Spanish and French explora-
gas lighting, flush toilets, central heat and hot and cold tion, seaport communities, maritime commerce and the
running water. The Education and History Center offers in- search for offshore oil and gas. Nautical artifacts relate to
teractive exhibits. Picnic tables are located on the man- shipbuilding, the oil industry and fishing. Highlights in-
sion’s south lawn. clude a 1:12 scale model of La Belle, La Salle’s flagship,
Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (361) 729-0386. and other artifacts related to the failed French colony.
fq
TEXAS MARITIME MUSEUM is off SR 35 Bus. Rte. at Time: Allow 1 hour, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (361)
the Rockport Harbor. This museum explores the maritime 729-1271, (361) 729-6644 or (866) 729-2469.
A FAIRFIELD BY MARRIOTT ROCKPORT BOOK NOW 361/727-9007

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• Hotels p. 401
A BEST WESTERN PLUS ROCKWALL INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 972/722-3265
Hotel. Address: 996 E I-30 75087. Facility: 60 units. 3 stories, interior
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404 ROCKWALL, TX
A HILTON DALLAS/ROCKWALL LAKEFRONT BOOK NOW 214/771-3700

Hotel. Address: 2055 Summer Lee Dr 75032. Facility: 231 units. 5
stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site and valet. Amenities: safes.
Pool: outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet
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A TRU BY HILTON ROCKWALL/DALLAS BOOK NOW 972/722-6666

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• Hotels p. 405
A SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT ROSENBERG BOOK NOW 832/595-2220

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ROUND ROCK Good shopping can be had at Round Rock Market
• Hotels p. 405 Days, a farmer’s market held on the first Saturday of each
• Part of Austin area— see map p. 58 month (March through December) from 9-4 in Centennial
Plaza (301 W. Bagdad Ave.). For discounted clothes,
A bedroom community 20 miles north of Austin, Round décor and more, try Round Rock Premium Outlets (4401
Rock is home base for AAA minor league baseball team N. SR 35), home to 125 outlet shops. Dell is a major em-
the Round Rock Express. Affiliated with the Texas ployer, and Texas State University has a campus in town.
Rangers, their popularity has placed them in the top five
in game attendance for all but one of 15 seasons.
A ALOFT AUSTIN ROUND ROCK BOOK NOW 512/218-5945

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A AUSTIN MARRIOTT NORTH BOOK NOW 512/733-6767

Hotel. Address: 2600 La Frontera Blvd 78681. Facility: 295 units. 8
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406 ROUND ROCK, TX
A BEST WESTERN ROUND ROCK BOOK NOW 512/255-3222

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A ELEMENT BY WESTIN AUSTIN ROUND ROCK BOOK NOW 512/218-4100
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A HAMPTON INN AUSTIN-ROUND ROCK BOOK NOW 512/248-9100

Hotel. Address: 110 Dell Way 78664. Facility: 94 units. 6 stories, interior
corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet
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ROUND ROCK, TX 407
A HILTON GARDEN INN AUSTIN/ROUND ROCK BOOK NOW 512/341-8200

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A HOLIDAY INN AUSTIN NORTH ROUND ROCK BOOK NOW 512/246-7000
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A HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON ROUND ROCK BOOK NOW 512/341-9200

Extended Stay Contemporary Hotel. Address: 2201 S Mays St 78664.
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ROWLETT
• Hotels p. 409
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~ Hotel. Address: 8609 Sunset Blvd 75088.
SABINE NATIONAL FOREST Scenic Area, Kelly’s Pond and Little Lake Creek Wilder-
ness Area.
Elevations in the forest range from 178 ft. in the The 128-mile Lone Star Hiking Trail transects the forest,
Toledo Bend Reservoir to 550 ft. on a hilltop. Refer running from Richards in the west to near Cleveland in the
to AAA maps for additional elevation information. east. A separate 85-mile system of multiuse trails is open
for ATVs, mountain biking and horseback riding; the Cagle
Sabine National Forest stands in East Texas along the Recreation Area has a 2.2-mile loop around Lake Conroe.
shores of the Toledo Bend Reservoir, which borders Loui- For further information contact the headquarters at 394
siana. The forest encompasses 160,798 acres of FM 1375 W., New Waverly, Texas 77358; phone (936)
Southern pine and hardwoods. Toledo Bend Reservoir, a 344-6205 or (888) 361-6908. Headquarters hours Mon.-
65-mile-long impoundment of the Sabine River, yields Fri. 8-4:30. See Recreation Areas Chart.
bass, bluegill, catfish and crappie; a number of recreation
sites are along the shoreline.
Other areas of interest in the forest are Beech Ravines
Scenic Area, Mill Cove Scenic Area, Red Hills Lake and SAN ANGELO
Colorow Scenic Area. Recreation areas include Ragtown, • Hotels p. 410
Willow Oak, Lakeview, Indian Mounds and Indian Mounds The establishment of an army post, Fort Concho, pre-
Wilderness Area. cipitated the settlement of San Angelo. Several trails used
For further information contact the forest headquarters at by drovers, stage lines and pioneers intersected at the
5050 SR 21 E., Hemphill, TX 75948; phone (409) townsite, providing a setting for such historical figures as
625-1940. Headquarters open Mon.-Wed. 8-4:30. See Smoky Joe, Mystic Maud, Miss Goldie and the Fighting
Recreation Areas Chart. Parson. The latter used gaming halls as his church and
the faro table as his pulpit. Only once did someone pro-
test, and the Fighting Parson replied with a rap on the
head from the butt of his six-shooter.
SAM HOUSTON NATIONAL FOREST San Angelo Convention and Visitors Bureau: 418 W.
Elevations in the forest range from 100 ft. along the Ave. B., San Angelo, TX 76903. Phone: (325) 655-4136
Neches River to 300 ft. within Montgomery, San or (800) 375-1206.
Jacinto and Walher counties. Refer to AAA maps for FORT CONCHO NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARK is
additional elevation information. at 630 S. Oakes St. The fort’s early days and the devel-
opment of the San Angelo area are depicted. Among the
Sam Houston National Forest is approximately 50 miles remaining 20 original buildings are the headquarters
north of Houston on Lake Conroe. Offering hiking, building, officers’ quarters, post hospital, enlisted men’s
camping, fishing, boating, hunting and other recreational barracks and chapel. Memorial markers honor five Medal
activities, the 163,037-acre forest includes Double Lake of Honor recipients who served at Fort Concho.
and Cagle and Stubblefield recreation areas, Big Creek Phone: (325) 481-2646 or (325) 657-4444.

410 SAN ANGELO, TX
A BEST WESTERN NORTH BRYANT INN BOOK NOW 325/617-7990

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A HAWTHORN SUITES BY WYNDHAM SAN ANGELO BOOK NOW 325/617-5292
----- Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 5750 Sherwood Way 76901.
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A MICROTEL INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM SAN ANGELO BOOK NOW 325/227-4866
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SAN ANGELO, TX 411
A SAN ANGELO RESIDENCE INN BOOK NOW 325/949-6617

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San Antonio band of fewer than 200, fought valiantly to their deaths,
Destination Area Map ................................................ 413 staving off their attackers for nearly a fortnight.
With its soldiers proclaiming ‘‘Remember the Alamo!’’
Fast Facts ............................................................................. 414 the Texian Army defeated Santa Anna’s troops at the
Must Do: AAA Editor’s Picks ............................... 415 short-lived Battle of San Jacinto. The Daughters of the
Republic of Texas began their own crusade to save the
1-day Itinerary ................................................................... 416 historic site around the turn of the 19th century, using per-
Top Picks for Kids .......................................................... 417 sonal funds and donations. In 1939, just outside walls so
Arriving ..................................................................................... 418 bravely protected, the Texas Centennial Commission
erected the carved grey marble Alamo Cenotaph as a me-
Getting Around ................................................................. 419 morial to the outpost’s slain guardians.
Shopping ................................................................................ 419 Travelers stroll the site today to learn about the heroes
who gave their lives in pursuit of liberty. In the old chapel,
Nightlife .................................................................................... 420 where many of the last freedom fighters fell, are some of
Big Events ............................................................................ 421 their belongings: co-commander William B. Travis’ ring, a
period hunting knife like the one wielded by Jim Bowie,
Sports & Rec ...................................................................... 423 and Davy Crockett’s buckskin vest. In a courtyard graced
Performing Arts ................................................................ 423 by flowering trees and cacti, docents describe the events
that occurred more than a century ago.
Attractions ............................................................................. 424 ‘‘Alamo City’’ also goes by the nickname ‘‘River City’’
Sightseeing .......................................................................... 433 thanks to its other prized possession, the River Walk. This
Hotels ........................................................................................ 434 River Walk / © iStockphoto.com / AndreyKrav
Restaurants ......................................................................... 444

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Then & Now

Touted as Texas’ top travel destination, San Antonio
reels in more than 32 million visitors annually. Those who
journey here come in search of everything from tempting
Tex-Mex cuisine to exhilarating SeaWorld San Antonio
and Six Flags Fiesta Texas thrill rides. But San Antonio’s
appeal doesn’t end at fajitas and roller coasters.
The Alamo, a source of pride for Texans, remains the
city’s shining star. The former Spanish mission, the first
built along the San Antonio River, changed hands many
times before misfortune elevated it to iconic status.
When the Texas Revolution barreled into the compound
in 1836, the Alamo was a makeshift garrison manned by
Texians, the local inhabitants fighting for independence
from Mexico. Seeking control of San Antonio de Béxar
(modern-day San Antonio), Mexico’s dictator, Gen. An-
tonio López de Santa Anna, sent a large army to overtake
the fort. The Alamo’s defenders, a vastly outnumbered
i Destination San Antonio
This map shows cities in the San Antonio vicinity where you will find attractions, hotels and restaurants.
Elmendorf................................................191
Floresville................................................204
Live Oak..................................................345
New Braunfels......................................372
Schertz.....................................................472
Seguin.......................................................474
Selma........................................................474
414 SAN ANTONIO, TX
FAST FACTS
SR 281, is served by U.S. and Mexican airlines. Taxis into
ABOUT THE CITY the city charge $29-$35 depending on the departure point.
POP: 1,296,682 • ELEV: 650 ft. RENTAL CARS: Hertz, (210) 841-8800 or (800) 654-3131,
offers discounts to AAA members.
MONEY
SALES TAX: Municipalities may impose additional rates of Visit AAA.com/roadtrips
up to 2 percent on the statewide 6.25 percent sales tax.
Sales tax in the city of San Antonio is 8.25 percent; rates RAIL SERVICE: The Amtrak station is at 350 Hoefgen Ave.;
vary in the suburbs. The hotel occupancy tax is 16.75 for train schedule and ticket information phone (210)
percent. 223-3226 or (800) 872-7245.
WHOM TO CALL BUSES: The Greyhound Lines Inc. bus terminal is at 500 N.
St. Mary’s St.; phone (210) 270-5868 or (800) 231-2222.
EMERGENCY: 911 TAXIS: San Antonio taxis are metered. The average fare is
POLICE (non-emergency): (210) 207-7273 $2.50 when you enter the cab plus $2.60 for each mile. A $1
surcharge is added for trips between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. Four
FIRE (non-emergency): (210) 207-7744 passengers can ride for a single fare. The major company is
TIME: (210) 226-3232 Yellow Cab, (210) 222-2222. Boat taxis travel the river’s
downtown loop daily 9-9 (weather permitting). A one-way
TEMPERATURE: (830) 609-2029 fare is $10, an all-day fare is $12, and a 3-day fare is $25.
Phone (210) 244-5700 or (800) 417-4139.
HOSPITALS: Baptist Medical Center, (210) 297-7000
• Metropolitan Methodist Hospital, (210) 757-2200 • Mission PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: VIA Metropolitan Transit
Trail Baptist Hospital, (210) 297-3000 • Northeast Baptist provides public transportation consisting of buses and
Hospital, (210) 297-2000 • University Hospital, (210) streetcars. Buses are routed through all sections of town;
358-4000. one bus even whisks shoppers from mall to mall on I-410.
Express buses run daily from 6:30 to 9:30 a.m. Vintage
VISITOR INFORMATION streetcars travel three main city routes daily from 7 a.m. to 9
p.m. or later, swinging by attractions, shopping areas and
San Antonio’s Official Visitor Information Center: across other key locations about every 10 minutes.
from the front of the Alamo at 317 Alamo Plaza, San An- The fare for basic bus and streetcar service is $1.30; 65c (ages
tonio, TX 78205. Phone: (210) 244-2000 or (800) 447-3372. 5-11 and 62+). The express bus fare is $2.60; $1.30 (ages 5-11
and 62+). Exact change is required. A one-day pass offering un-
TRANSPORTATION limited bus and streetcar service costs $2.75 and is available at
the San Antonio Visitor Center or any VIA Information and
AIR TRAVEL: San Antonio International Airport (SAT), 7 Transit Center. For schedules, routing and other information
miles north of downtown via Broadway Avenue, I-410 and phone (210) 362-2020 or TTY (210) 362-2019.
picturesque stretch came into being after a period of Hugman’s vision became a reality in 1941, and today,
heartache— in 1921, the San Antonio River overflowed sightseers find food and fun beside the San Antonio River.
during a violent storm, killing 50 people. At the water’s edge, majestic bald cypresses shade
preening ducks, while the colorful umbrellas of Casa Rio,
To prevent future tragedies, city officials wanted to create the River Walk’s oldest restaurant, provide shelter to
a giant storm drain by paving over the section of the un- margarita-sipping patrons. Passing barge captains share
tamed river cutting through downtown. The women of the the history of the canal-like waterway, ferrying more than
San Antonio Conservation Society fought this idea, turning 1 million people through this oasis each year.
the tide in favor of a flood-control program. Soon afterward,
architect Robert H. H. Hugman began advocating his plan The city’s Catholic Hispanic traditions are the highlight
for a waterside urban park that included dams and chan- of San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. At the
nels, footbridges and street-access stairways. park’s four Spanish missions, contemporary worshippers
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carry out age-old rituals, along with newer customs. After seeing double, the eclectic museum, which features a
Sunday services, locals crowd festive Market Square, the two-headed calf and an eight-legged lamb, surely will.
largest Mexican marketplace north of the border. This col- ● Follow your nose to Mi Tierra Café Y Panadería (218
orful bazaar takes on new life during such special events Produce Row), a 24-hour restaurant and bakery
as April’s 11-day } Fiesta San Antonio. known for its sweet bread, Mexican candies and
strolling musicians. After your meal, head to Market
Square (514 W. Commerce St.), the Mexican
Must Do: AAA Editor’s Picks marketplace Mi Tierra calls home. Encircled by a
● No visit to San Antonio is complete without a stroll kaleidoscope of colors created by piñatas, paper
along the } River Walk (E. Commerce Street). flowers and folklorico dancers in rainbow skirts, you’ll
Threading through downtown, the pedestrian stretch no doubt find just the right souvenir to take home.
alongside the San Antonio River features cobblestone ● To describe something first-rate or excellent,
paths and garden-bedecked banks 20 feet below Theodore Roosevelt favored the word ‘‘bully’’; it’s
street level. GO RIO Cruises (315 E. Commerce St.) likely he used this adjective frequently in the
offers visitors an exciting addition to any trip with an cherry-paneled bar at The Historic Menger Hotel
overview of the canal-like waterway, though some are (204 Alamo Plaza), where he recruited many of his
content to simply people watch, with a margarita in Rough Riders. The elegant 1859 hotel, which has
hand. hosted presidents and celebrities, maintains many of
● Stop to shop for handcrafted gifts at La Villita (418 its original architectural features. It’s also said to be
Villita St.), Alamo City’s first neighborhood. Today, haunted by the ghosts of several past guests and
scores of artisans, from glassblowers to weavers to employees.
leather workers, sell their wares in this historic area ● The Spanish Governor’s Palace (105 Plaza de
encompassing shaded patios, lively plazas, brick Armas), though never home to a governor, was built
streets and adobe buildings. in 1722 and is one of the last remnants of Spanish
● At The Pearl (302 Pearl Pkwy.), a more modern
shopping experience awaits, replete with innovative
local restaurants, a farmer’s market on weekends,
eclectic shops and live entertainment at its riverside
amphitheater. A walk along the Museum Reach, a
section of the River Walk, will take you straight to The
Pearl.
● Another one of the fun things to do in San Antonio is
to zoom high into the clouds on the glass-walled
elevator that climbs to the top of the Tower of the
Americas (739 E. César E. Chávez Blvd.). Built for
the 1968 World’s Fair, the 750-foot-tall Hemisfair
(222 S. Alamo St.) landmark attracts visitors with a
sky-high revolving restaurant and an observation
deck, both with panoramic views of the city.
● ‘‘GO Spurs GO!’’ The fiery rallying cry for San
Antonio’s professional basketball team thunders
throughout the AT&T Center (1 AT&T Center Pkwy.)
on game days. Order tickets in advance, and be sure
to pack something—preferably a black, white and
silver ensemble supporting these Texas champs—to
get into the spirit of the occasion.
● Sidle up to the bar at the Buckhorn Saloon &
Museum (318 E. Houston St.) and see how many of
the 520 wall-mounted species you can identify. The
collection started in the 1880s, when cowboys fresh
off the trail traded deer antlers for whiskey shots.
Nowadays you’ll have to plunk down hard cash for Buckhorn Saloon & Museum / © Wikimedia Commons / CC BY SA / Michael
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aristocratic life in 18th-century Texas. The one-story Morning
masonry house boasts private gardens and ● Begin your day at the 1749 Spanish Governor’s
period-decorated interiors. Palace (105 Plaza de Armas). Notice the
● Worship alongside San Antonians at the Mariachi adobe-walled structure’s elaborate wooden doors; it’s
Mass at } Mission San José y San Miguel de said that the carved symbols tell the story of the
Aguayo (6701 San Jose Dr.), when rich layers of Spanish conquest of the New World. Go inside and
guitars, trumpets and violins fill this centuries-old check out the period-furnished rooms, but be sure to
sanctuary. It starts at 12:30 p.m., but get there early, spend some time outdoors, too— the formal
as this is a popular Sunday service with locals. landscaped gardens are lovely.
● Continue west on Commerce Street to the colorful
San Antonio 1- day Itinerary Market Square, which is bounded by Dolorosa, Santa
Rosa, W. Commerce Street and I-35. Here you can
AAA editors suggest these activities for a great short immerse yourself in Mexican culture by perusing stalls
vacation experience. Those staying in the area for a and carts overflowing with south-of-the-border arts,
longer visit can access a 3-day itinerary at crafts and edibles.
AAA.com/TripCanvas.
Afternoon
● Return to Market Square for lunch at Mi Tierra Café
Y Panadería (218 Produce Row), a landmark
Tex-Mex restaurant established in 1941. Sample the
succulent fajitas and, for dessert, the delectable flan.
For another take on Tex-Mex cuisine, try La
Margarita (120 Produce Row), whose oysters on the
half shell are a favorite with those in the know. Wash
‘em down with an ice-cold Mexican soft drink or a
fruity margarita.
● After you’ve grabbed a bite and a souvenir or two,
walk a few blocks east to experience the
} River Walk (E. Commerce Street). This is the
town’s main artery, and many would argue that it’s the
heart and soul of San Antone. Find an access
stairway and descend 20 feet below street level to the
River Walk’s breezy walkways. You’ll saunter through
serene parks and past trendy shops and eateries, fine
hotels and locally made mosaic murals.
● While leisurely strolls along the River Walk are
relaxing, you also can use it to reach some of San
Antonio’s most treasured points of interest. For
starters, take the Paseo del Alamo extension to get to
} The Alamo (300 Alamo Plaza). Pore over the
artifacts exhibited in the Long Barrack Museum, but
don’t overlook the amazing grounds planted with flora
from four different ecological zones.
● Next, take Alamo Street south to the cobblestone
streets of La Villita (418 Villita St.), the oldest
neighborhood in the city. Once home to Coahuiltecan
Indians, Spanish soldiers and 19th-century German
and French immigrants, La Villita now shelters a
vibrant arts and crafts community. The Spanish
Colonial architecture is magnificent and you can
Spanish Governor’s Palace / © Wikimedia Commons / CC BY SA / Abbie watch glassblowers, potters, weavers and leather
Myers workers practicing their crafts there.
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● Across Alamo Street, you’ll spot a needle-shaped some of which involve climbing and rappelling without
structure reaching toward the clouds. The 750-foot-tall handrails, increase the wow factor big-time and create
Tower of the Americas (739 E. César E. Chávez unforgettable memories of this trip.
Blvd.), built for the 1968 World’s HemisFair, features a ● In Alamo Plaza there are several Ripley’s attractions
4-D theater as well as an observation deck from that’ll guarantee a good time. If you can only hit one,
which to enjoy a panoramic view of the city. opt for the unbelievable Ripley’s Believe It Or Not!
Evening (307 Alamo Plaza) with more than 600 exhibits and
● Remain at the Tower of the Americas and linger over artifacts.
a scrumptious beef, chicken or seafood dinner at All Ages
Chart House, which rotates 360 degrees to give ● You’ll never run out of things to do at the city’s ‘‘it’’
diners spectacular views of the city. Another option is spot— the } River Walk (E. Commerce Street).
to head back to the twinkling, bustling River Walk, Shop, learn fun facts about the San Antonio River on
where there’s no shortage of restaurants. At a GO RIO Cruises boat tour (315 E. Commerce St.),
Dorrego’s, imaginative cuisine is created with the or just meander along the breezy waterfront
freshest and finest local ingredients and presented in pathways. Refuel under a colorful umbrella outside
an elegant space in the Hotel Valencia Riverwalk Casa Rio Mexican Restaurant (430 E. Commerce
(150 E. Houston St.). If you’re in the mood for St.), the River Walk’s oldest restaurant.
something more laid-back, local institution Schilo’s
Delicatessen (424 E. Commerce St.) delivers such
German favorites as Wiener schnitzel and bratwurst.
Top Picks for Kids

Under 13
● Hands-on learning— whether it involves operating a
pint-size front-end loader, mining for gems, milking a
cow or opening a bank account— is the name of the
game at The DoSeum (2800 Broadway St.). Kids can
also create art, watch themselves on a video screen
and climb a tree for an awesome view of the
museum’s three floors.
● Every San Antonio vacation should include a stop at
Brackenridge Park (3700 N. St. Mary’s St.), where
the highlight is the } San Antonio Zoo (3903 N. St.
Mary’s St.). An abandoned limestone quarry’s cliffs
provide natural habitats for more than 9,000
creatures. Kids will have a ball riding the miniature
train, exploring the aquarium and reptile house and
meeting endangered animals like Komodo dragons
and white rhinos.
● At } Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch (26515 Natural
Bridge Caverns Rd.), you can get up close and
personal with even more animals without ever leaving
your car. You’ll pick up a free bag of feed at the
entrance gate and use it to lure ostriches, emus,
zebras and other curious critters to your open windows
during a 4-mile, drive-through safari adventure.
Teens
● The underground rooms and passages of
} Natural Bridge Caverns (26495 Natural Bridge
Caverns Rd.) showcase thousands of fascinating
limestone formations, from the gigantic King’s Throne
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● Don’t pass up a trip to } SeaWorld San Antonio culture. You’ll find mummies, dinosaur bones and
(10500 SeaWorld Dr.), home to dolphins, sea lions, creepy crawlers galore, and there’s even a four-story
penguins and a whole bunch of other finned, furry tree house that lets you experiment with sound,
and feathered friends. What’s more, the park offers weather and electricity.
adrenaline-pumping roller coasters and water rides as ● Opportunities for outdoor fun are endless at Landa
well as spectacular shows. Park (110 Golf Course Rd. in New Braunfels). Float
● Keeping the clan content all day long, } Six Flags down the Comal River on an inner tube, take a dip in
Fiesta Texas (17000 I-10W) celebrates Texas and the a spring-fed swimming hole or rent a paddleboat on
Southwest with live entertainment, thrill and family-style Landa Lake and give those legs a workout. If you’d
rides and a number of themed areas. The park’s rather play on dry land, activities include fishing,
setting— the interior of a former rock quarry with putt-putt, a nature hike and a miniature-train ride.
100-foot walls— is an attraction in itself. If your travel ● You don’t need an invitation to attend the city’s
is during the summer season, bring your swimsuit so biggest and best bash of the year— April’s
you can splash and slide at White Water Bay. } Fiesta San Antonio. What started out as a
● Check out Brackenridge Park’s } The Witte parade held in remembrance of fallen Texas heroes
Museum (3801 Broadway St.), whose top-notch has mushroomed into an 11-day affair featuring
exhibits spotlight South Texas history, science and carnivals, parades, fireworks, street dances, sports
competitions and ethnic eats.
Arriving
By Car
Several of the country’s more important transcontinental
highways crisscross San Antonio.
The principal north-south route is I-35, heavy with traffic
to and from the Mexican border and funneling an assort-
ment of travelers from as far north as Lake Superior, near
the Canadian border. US 281, similar in length and ter-
mini, carries a lighter flow of traffic. Sharing a frequently
identical path with I-35 through much of Texas is US 81.
US 87 angles on a northwest-southeast course, bringing
traffic from the ranches, the Great Plains and points along
the Gulf of Mexico. US 181 also channels travelers from
the Gulf area, but neither this nor US 87 is any match for
I-37, a fast, wide link between San Antonio and Corpus
Christi.
The major east-west route, I-10, connects San Antonio
with the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. US 90 parallels and
frequently merges with I-10 east of the city but maintains
a separate course through much of West Texas.
These routes converge in San Antonio’s center, en-
closing the heart of downtown, part of the river and Hem-
isfair, and providing easy access to major streets within
the area. Farther out, I-410 is a completely circumferential
highway that defines the outer limits of the city, inter-
changing not only with major highways but also with local
streets.
Note: There are no service stations in downtown San
Antonio.
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Getting Around The Shops at La Cantera, 15900 La Cantera Pkwy.

next to Six Flags Fiesta Texas (see attraction listing
Street System p. 432), presents an award-winning architectural blend of
The street system of downtown San Antonio was laid natural and man-made elements. Anchored by Dillard’s,
out more than 150 years ago, and in many instances fol- Macy’s, Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom, the sophisticated
lows old cattle trails. Because the system has been de- center combines al fresco shopping with the traditional
scribed as being roughly similar to a skillet of snakes, you layout of an indoor mall. Along shaded walkways, shoppers
should study a city map before starting out. tote purchases past waterfalls, lush greenery and a tiki-
The speed limit on most streets is 30 mph or as posted. themed children’s play area. Everyone in the family will ap-
Freeway limits range from 40 to 75 mph. Rush hours gen- preciate La Cantera’s abundance of places to eat. To the
erally are from 7 to 9 a.m. and 4 to 6:30 p.m. Right turns east, on the opposite side of I-10/US 87, The Rim retail
on red are permitted unless otherwise posted. hub features Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World, JCPenney
and an array of other places to shop during your trip.
Use the circumferential loops to reach the different parts
of the city. San Antonio is surrounded by two loops—Loop Downtown San Antonio offers colorful tchotchkes, ethnic
1604 surrounds the outskirts, whereas I-410 encom- crafts and inexpensive keepsakes highlighting San Anto-
passes the city’s midsection. Interstates 10, 35 and 37 nio’s Tex-Mex culture. Bounded by Dolorosa, Santa Rosa,
converge in the heart of San Antonio, forming another un- W. Commerce Street and I-35, lively Market Square (see
official loop.
The proximity of most downtown attractions and accom-
modations to the San Antonio River prompts many visitors
to use the River Walk or the boat taxis instead of driving.
The outskirts of San Antonio tend to conform more closely
to a grid pattern.
Parking
Although some metered parking is available in certain
downtown areas, public parking lots and garages are
more plentiful throughout the city. Rates range from $1-$2
per half-hour to $5-$18 per day.
Shopping
For Macy’s and other national chains, follow the mall
rats to a complex on the River Walk (see attraction listing
p. 429) called Rivercenter, 849 E. Commerce St., with an
IMAX theater and more than 100 nearby restaurants and
stores.
You may spot a few ‘‘Don’t Mess with Texas’’ road signs
on your way to San Antonio’s favorite shopping destina-
tion: I-410, known locally as Loop 410. Ingram Park Mall,
6301 N.W. Loop 410, with Dillard’s, JCPenney and Ma-
cy’s, is along the northern arc of this route, as is North
Star Mall, 7400 San Pedro Ave., which lays claim to the
world’s largest set of cowboy boots. Thanks to the 40-
foot-tall sculpture, you’ll have no trouble navigating to the
stomping grounds of such upscale retailers as A|X Armani
Exchange and Saks Fifth Avenue. Rustle up a few
goodies then seek out the nearby smokestacks of Alamo
Quarry Market, 255 E. Basse Rd., built on the site of a
long-gone cement plant. At this open-air commercial
plaza, you’ll peruse everything from fine leather Lucchese
boots to organic and recycled clothing from Whole Earth
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attraction listing p. 428), or El Mercado, 514 W. Com- timeless operation just northwest of the Alamo at 119
merce St., delivers the flavors of Mexico to Alamo Broadway St. keeps customers feeling and looking cool in
City—and we’re not just talking tamales and tortillas! In- stylish custom-fitted hats ranging from $20 to $7,000.
door stalls beckon would-be customers with neat displays Vestiges of the past permeate San Antonio, so it’s not
of imported leather goods, rich textiles and pottery; out- surprising to see local history branded on assorted souve-
side, it’s more of the same vibrant eye candy, with strate- nirs sold in the area’s many gift shops. At Alamo Plaza, a
gically placed items like lucha libre (Mexican wrestling) handful of stores fronting the Alamo (see attraction listing
masks, marionettes and sombreros. p. 424) hawk miniature versions of the mission-turned-fort
Although Market Square has been central to the com- as well as coffee mugs emblazoned with the poignant
munity since the 1900s, La Villita (see attraction listing ‘‘Remember the Alamo!’’ battle cry.
p. 428) holds the title of oldest neighborhood in the city, Nightlife
having sheltered, at various times, Coahuiltecan Indians, When it’s time to let loose during your vacation in San
Spanish soldiers and their families, and 19th-century Eu- Antone, there’s little need to look much further than the
ropean immigrants. With its cobblestone streets and River Walk (see attraction listing p. 429). Offering access
quaint adobe and Victorian houses filled with handicrafts to a variety of clubs, casual watering holes and late-night
and artwork, the restored village serves as a leisurely de- restaurants, winding pathways along the banks of the San
tour for vacationers exploring the River Walk. The com- Antonio River are the liveliest means of traversing down-
pact shopping venue at S. Alamo and E. Nueva streets town after dark.
also is accessible via the VIA streetcar system.
Most River Walk action is centered on the U-shaped
When you find yourself in need of a good farmer’s- channel (some call it ‘‘Horseshoe Bend’’ or the ‘‘River
market fix, head to the Pearl Weekend Market, 312 Pearl Loop’’) that shoots off the river’s main north-south artery.
Pkwy., where locally produced vittles fill more than 45 With bass-thumping spots concentrated between Presa
booths. In front of the Pearl Pavilion, the market is open and Commerce streets, barkers poised by bar entrances
Sat. 9-1 and Sun. 10-2. Produce and meats are featured try their best to entice passersby. Drifting from Howl at
on Saturdays; on Sundays, choose from homemade prod- the Moon, 111 W. Crockett St., dueling pianos lure those
ucts like sauces, soaps, honey, candy, pet treats and seeking high-energy nighttime entertainment; phone (210)
pickles to take home from your vacation. The market is just 212-4770. Next door, ~ Hard Rock Cafe draws a more
one part of The Pearl, a shopping and entertainment dis- laid-back clientele with its rock ’n’ roll memorabilia and
trict at 302 Pearl Pkwy., which also offers an assortment of juicy burgers; phone (210) 224-7625.
eateries as well as boutiques where you can stock up on The Paseo del Alamo, an extension of the River Walk
apparel, jewelry, gifts and books; phone (210) 212-7260. built in 1981, flows through the atrium of the Hyatt Re-
If the Texas heat has you longing for shade, head to gency San Antonio River Walk and allows access to the
Paris Hatters—you’ll be following in the footsteps of Hol- Alamo (see attraction listing p. 424). It’s also a shortcut to
lywood stars (Matt Damon and Tommy Lee Jones), rock the Menger Bar, 204 Alamo Plaza. At the onset of the
gods (Eric Clapton and Paul McCartney) and world Spanish-American War, Theodore Roosevelt recruited
leaders (Pope John Paul II, Dwight Eisenhower and Harry Rough Riders in this London-style pub, which is rumored
Truman). Family owned and operated since 1917, this to be haunted; phone (210) 223-4361.


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Nearby, you’ll find a 19th-century building that served as St., and Rosario’s, 910 S. Alamo St. Phone (210)
a USO center during World War II. It now houses 225-5550 for Azúca Nuevo Latino or (210) 223-1806 for
Bonham Exchange, 411 Bonham St., a cavernous night- Rosario’s.
club with a maze of packed dance floors Wednesday Outside the city, two music venues are especially worth
through Saturday nights. The club attracts a diverse the trip: Gruene Hall, about 40 minutes northeast of San
crowd with cheap drinks, weekly dance contests and spe- Antonio in New Braunfels at 1281 Gruene Rd., and the
cial celeb guests—from RuPaul to Charles Barkley; phone John T. Floore Country Store, about 30 minutes north-
(210) 224-9219. west of town in Helotes at 14492 Old Bandera Rd.
For a few laughs, hit the Improv Comedy Club–San Cowboy boots still stomp weathered wood floors at the
Antonio Rivercenter, on the third level of the Rivercenter former, the state’s oldest dance hall, while at the latter, a
(see Shopping) at 849 E. Commerce St.; phone (210) traditional Texas honky-tonk opened in 1942, audiences
229-1420 for show times. have swooned over the likes of Patsy Cline, Willie Nelson
Zinc Bistro & Bar is just off the River Walk at 207 N. and Elvis Presley. Phone (830) 606-1281 for Gruene Hall
Presa St. This sophisticated but mellow haunt keeps or (210) 695-8827 for the John T. Floore Country Store.
choosy patrons happy with a menu that, in addition to Big Events
wine, includes food, cigars and cocktails; phone (210) Ring in the New Year at Celebrate San Antonio, where
224-2900. Meanwhile, at Naked Iguana Tequila Bar, you can hear music from multiple stages, count down to
you’ll find a blender working overtime to dole out more
than 20 variations of the margarita. Located at 421 E.
Commerce St. on the River Walk, the small hangout fea-
tures balcony seating that’s perfect for people watching;
phone (210) 226-8462.
If you’ve officially added the River Walk to your been-
there-done-that list, here are a few options.
Just a few miles north of the River Walk is The Pearl,
San Antonio’s newest destination for entertainment and
shopping. Dance to live music at Jazz TX, 312 Pearl
Pkwy. Don’t let the name fool you, though; depending on
the night, you can also twirl to Texas swing, blues, salsa,
Americana, conjunto or big band sounds. Phone (210)
332-9386. The Pearl is also home to High Street Wine
Co., a wine bar and shop, and Blue Box Bar, which fea-
tures handcrafted cocktails; phone (210) 908-9144 or
(210) 227-2583, respectively.
Hit up the Blue Star Brewing Co., 1414 S. Alamo St. in
the Blue Star Arts Complex, for craft beers and home-
made sodas. (The arts complex is in the Southtown dis-
trict on the south channel of the River Walk, but unless
you’re staying nearby, it’s easiest to drive or take a taxi
there.) On select nights, jazz musicians jam at the funky
brewery, but any day of the week newcomers can sample
ales and lagers. Tickle your tongue with a preservative-
free, sugar cane-sweetened orange cream soft drink, or
choose from the many beers on tap, including the
Texican, Blue Star’s homage to Mexican-style lagers;
phone (210) 212-5506.
Bohemian Southtown encompasses residential neigh-
borhoods as well as the commercial corridors of S. Alamo,
S. St. Mary’s and S. Presa streets. While several nearby
restaurants offer live entertainment and after-dinner
dancing, the hip set practice their salsa and merengue
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midnight with thousands of other horn-blowing revelers Day Parade & Festival, when the San Antonio River is
and take in an impressive fireworks display showcasing temporarily renamed the ″River Shannon’’ when it’s dyed
the Tower of the Americas. a bright shamrock green.
If your trip is in February, head to the 18-day San An- Browse the work of more than 100 artists in La Villita
tonio Stock Show & Rodeo for roping, bucking and las- during the Starving Artists Show, held the first weekend
soing rodeo performances. You’ll stomp your boots to a in April. April also brings San Antonio’s biggest party of the
music lineup of fiddlers, strummers and singers. Make year—Fiesta San Antonio. It began back in 1891 with
time for a little shopping in between events—there are the Battle of Flowers, a parade held in remembrance of
more than 600 vendors selling everything from Old West fallen Texas heroes. Now an 11-day, citywide celebration
decor to leather goods. that takes place the week of San Jacinto Day (April 21),
If you’re curious about what life was like during the Battle the fiesta has expanded its theme to observe Pan-
of the Alamo, visit San Antonio in early March to experi- American cultures, too. Entertainment includes carnivals,
ence Remembering the Alamo weekend, when the city concerts, sports competitions, fireworks, ethnic foods, art
honors the military garrison’s fallen heroes. Both sides of exhibits and parades.
the conflict are chronicled through historical reenactments.
When St. Patrick’s Day rolls around in Fiesta City, see Early May brings Cinco de Mayo celebrations com-
energetic street and river parades during the St. Patrick’s memorating the day in 1862 when Mexican troops de-
feated an invading French army. From noon until midnight
at Market Square, you’ll enjoy 2 days of spicy south-of-
the-border food and music. And, speaking of music,
there’s the Tejano Conjunto Festival en San Antonio in
mid-May at Rosedale Park. The sound of accordions,
rock ballads and big bands—both electrified and
unplugged—will fill your ears for 5 days, as the region’s
best Tex-Mex and Latin musical groups showcase every-
thing from traditional Conjunto-style music to more con-
temporary Tejano tunes.
In June, check out the Texas Folklife Festival, a 3-day
fete that remembers the diverse ethnic and cultural
people who settled the state. Some 40 groups share their
stories, crafts, music and foods at the festival, which is
hosted by The UTSA Institute of Texan Cultures in
Hemisfair. The following month, the July 4th Celebration
is an Independence Day bash with a motorcycle parade
and an array of musical performances by local bands at
Market Square.
The Diez y Seis celebration in mid-September focuses
on the city’s Mexican heritage. There’s also a lot of
German heritage in San Antonio; you can experience it at
Wurstfest in the German-settled village of New Braun-
fels. For 10 days in November, hang out with Texans
dressed in lederhosen and dirndls, all while sampling thick
potato pancakes, zesty sausages and mouthwatering
strudels from nearby restaurants.
The holidays are glorious in San Antonio. Don’t miss the
Holiday River Parade and Lighting Ceremony, which
kicks off the gift-giving season. On the evening after
Thanksgiving, thousands congregate at the River Walk
after sunset for the electrifying moment when the mayor
flips the switch, illuminating riverbank trees in a galaxy of
lights. After the lighting, lavishly decorated floats glide
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The Christmas season is celebrated in colorful Mexican Thoroughbred racing occurs Friday and Saturday from
style during Fiestas Navideñas, complete with piñata October through December; quarter horse racing occurs
parties, concerts and a blessing of children’s pets by a Friday and Saturday from June through August. Addition-
priest. Ford Fiesta de las Luminarias features more ally, there are daily simulcasts.
than 6,000 candles in sand-filled bags lining the River Note: Policies concerning admittance of children to pari-
Walk, symbolically showing the way for the holy family. La mutuel betting facilities vary. Phone for information.
Gran Posada is an ancient Spanish religious pageant.
Join the procession as they reenact Mary and Joseph’s Performing Arts
search for shelter beginning at Milam Park and ending at San Antonio is home to one of the few remaining vaude-
San Fernando Cathedral. In late December or early ville theaters in the country, the Majestic, which has been
January, college football fans head to the Alamodome for restored and revived as the Majestic Theatre, 224 E.
the Valero Alamo Bowl. Houston St. Touring Broadway productions and concerts
Sports & Rec are presented throughout the year; phone (210) 226-3333.
Mild winters and summers filled with sunshine provide Lila Cockrell Theatre at the Henry B. González Con-
outdoor recreational opportunities all year in San Antonio. vention Center, Alamo and Market streets, is the scene of
In addition to the 3,000 acres set aside for sports and rec- concerts, including pop, rock and jazz; phone (210)
reation, three lakes within the city offer fishing. Three 207-8500 or (877) 504-8895 for schedule and tickets. The
1-mile jogging and biking trails pass through the down-
town area; information is available at the Marriott Plaza
San Antonio, (210) 229-1000, 555 S. Alamo St.
More than 80 municipal tennis courts can be found
within the metropolitan area. Consult the telephone direc-
tories. Golf is available at 26 18-hole courses in the city,
including Brackenridge Park, (210) 226-5612, 2315 Ave.
B; Cedar Creek, (210) 695-5050, 8250 Vista Colina; Mis-
sion del Lago, (210) 627-2522, 1250 Mission Grande;
Northern Hills, (210) 655-4148, 13202 Scarsdale;
Olmos Basin, (210) 826-4041, 7022 McCullough Ave.;
Riverside, (210) 533-8371, 203 McDonald; and Willow
Springs, (210) 226-6721, 202 AT&T Center Pkwy. There
also are six 9-hole courses, including three at Hill
Country, (210) 520-4040, 9800 Hyatt Resort Dr.; and one
at Windcrest, (210) 655-1421, 8600 Midcrown Dr.
The surrounding Texas Hill Country has many lakes and
dude ranches. Horseback riding is popular.
Spectator sports include the basketball games of the
NBA San Antonio Spurs who play at the AT&T Center,
One AT&T Center Pkwy.; phone (800) 745-3000 for
schedule and tickets. The San Antonio Missions, the
Texas Baseball League’s 2013 Texas League Champions,
play baseball April through September at Nelson W.
Wolff Municipal Stadium at 5757 SR 90W; phone (210)
675-7275 for schedule and ticket information.
College teams add excitement to the sports seasons.
The athletic program at Trinity University, One Trinity Pl.,
includes volleyball, soccer, tennis, football and basket-
ball; phone (210) 999-8237. St. Mary’s University offers
soccer, volleyball, basketball and baseball; phone (210)
436-3528. The University of Texas at San Antonio also
presents basketball games; phone (210) 458-8872.
Horse racing, both Thoroughbred and quarter horse,
takes place at Retama Park; phone (210) 651-7000. Mariachi band / © iStockphoto.com / DOUGBERRY

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forum for instrumental soloists is Laurie Auditorium, on than makes up for in terms of historical legacy, epitomizing
the campus of Trinity University, 1 Stadium Dr.; phone the heroic stand a contingent of brave men made against
(210) 999-8119. overwhelming odds in the name of freedom.
Strolling mariachi bands perform in the Mexican Market The San Antonio de Valero Mission was the first of five
area along the River Walk. Spanish missions established along the San Antonio River
Beethoven Maennerchor Halle, (210) 222-1521, and between 1718 and 1731. Until it was turned over to local
Lila Cockrell Theatre, (210) 207-8500, feature traveling control in 1793, the Valero Mission fulfilled its mission to
dancers, including ballet troupes. protect and convert local Native Americans and to foster
the growth of a unique Tejano community. When the
Trinity University’s drama department presents several
Spanish military stationed a cavalry unit at the former mis-
productions a year in its Jane and Arthur Stieren The-
sion in the early 19th century, soldiers renamed it Alamo,
ater that are worth seeing during your trip. For ticket infor-
the Spanish word for ‘‘cottonwood,’’ in honor of their home-
mation, phone (210) 999-8515.
town Alamo de Parras in the Mexican state of Coahuila.
Community theater also has a role in San Antonio’s cul-
tural environment. Presentations are held at The Play- In December 1835 Texian volunteers took control of San
house San Antonio, in San Pedro Park at Ashby Place Antonio and the Alamo, defeating Mexican forces quar-
and San Pedro Avenue; phone (210) 733-7258. Harle- tered in the city. In response, Gen. Antonio López de
quin Dinner Theater, at Fort Sam Houston in Building Santa Anna launched an attack on the fortress that began
2652 on Harney Road, also offers performances; phone on Feb. 23, 1836, and lasted 13 days. The badly outnum-
(210) 222-9694. bered Alamo garrison (whose defenders included fron-
tiersman Jim Bowie of hunting-knife fame and American
The most unusual of the city’s theaters and fun places folk hero David ‘‘Davy’’ Crockett) held their ground until
to go is Arneson River Theatre (see attraction listing Santa Anna’s troops stormed the walls and breached the
p. 425), where performers are separated from the audi- barricaded compound. The Alamo later served as a vital
ence by the San Antonio River. The AMC Rivercenter quartermaster depot for the U.S. Army and a warehouse
IMAX Theatre (see attraction listing p. 425) in the River- for commercial interests. It was preserved through the ef-
center presents ‘‘Alamo...The Price of Freedom.’’ forts of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas after the
turn of the 20th century.
INSIDER INFO:
Gazing at this shrine to liberty today, it’s hard to envision
Explorer Pass such fierce fighting. The Alamo’s rough-hewn stone walls
The San Antonio Explorer Pass is an all-access digital radiate a simple dignity. Wreaths and flowers inside the
pass that allows visitors to save on admission to some 30 shrine are dedicated in memory of the men who lost their
top area attractions, tours and experiences. The pass lives in battle. Exhibits here and in the Long Barrack Mu-
saves travelers up to 50 percent off the combined admis- seum display Texas Revolution artifacts and personal
sion price. Some of the available attractions include GO items that belonged to the Alamo heroes. The Alamo Re-
RIO Cruises, tours of Natural Bridge Caverns, San An- search Center contains books and documents pertaining
tonio Zoo, SeaWorld San Antonio, Six Flags Fiesta Texas, to Texas history.
Tower of the Americas and the Witte Museum. The San
Antonio Explorer Pass is available in increments of two to Regularly scheduled history talks in the Cavalry Court-
five attractions and is valid for 60 days from the first date yard tell the Alamo’s story, as does the outdoor Wall of
of use. Passes are available online at gocity.com/san- History. The film, ″Crossroads of History,″ covers 300
antonio; phone (800) 887-9103. years of Alamo history and is presented continuously in
the Long Barrack and Alamo Hall patio. The lovely
grounds and gardens are planted with flowering trees,
cacti and ornamental plants. The waterway that runs be-
hind the shrine and adjacent museum building is the re-
Explore Things To Do, mains of an irrigation system (acequia) that once served
Spanish settlements along the river.
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The new Alamo Collections Center, located in the Alamo
Gardens behind the church, contains priceless artifacts
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bounded by Houston, Bonham, Alamo and Crockett
sts. What this former Spanish mission lacks in size it more
gifted to the state by musician and historian Phil Collins, in-
teractive exhibits in the Yena Spanish Colonial Collection
and more than 500 artifacts on display for the first time.
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The 1-hour guided tour gives a detailed, in-depth history river barges enhance audience enjoyment of the Mexican
of the events at the Alamo complex, tracing the outline of folk dances, opera, flamenco and other musical events.
the original fort, as it was at the time of the famous battle. Phone: (210) 207-8614.
Private and audio tours also are available. Musket firing
demos are presented most weekends in Alamo Plaza. BRACKENRIDGE PARK is 2 mi. n. at 3700 N. St. Mary’s
Free timed-tickets, available only on the website, are re- St. Named after philanthropist George Brackenridge who
quired to visit the iconic church. donated 199 acres of land for public parkland on the east
side of the San Antonio River in 1899, the park today is
Note: The last entry is 15 minutes prior to closing. made up of that original acreage along with donated land
Time: Allow 2 hours minimum. Phone: (210) 225-1391. from the west side of the river to create the 349-acre park
fJ with the San Antonio River flowing through it.
AMAZING MIRROR MAZE 4D EXPERIENCE AND Highlights include The Japanese Tea Garden (see at-
VAULT LASER CHALLENGE is at 217 Alamo Plaza, traction listing this page), bicycling trails, fishing (with a li-
Suite 100, across from the Alamo. Visitors navigate cense), picnic facilities, ball fields, playgrounds, the
through a network of passages surrounded by hundreds historic Sunken Garden Theater, an 18-hole golf course,
of mirrors, following the twists, turns, and moving mirrors The Witte Museum (see attraction listing p. 426), the San
forward and backward; the experience is enhanced with Antonio Zoo (see attraction listing p. 426) and the San An-
3-D glasses. While racing through a vault, Vault Laser tonio Zoo Train which runs daily through the park with
Challenge participants maneuver over, under and through stops at various points of interest. The park also has three
laser beams in an effort to beat the clock without breaking walking trails: the 1.5 mile Waterworks Trail, the 1-mile
any lasers and setting off alarms. Wildlife Trail and the .75-mile Wilderness Trail. Phone:
(210) 207-7275. G M q
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AMC RIVERCENTER IMAX THEATRE is in the River-
} The Japanese Tea Garden is at 3853 N. St. Mary’s
St. This former limestone quarry and cement factory
is an oasis within Brackenridge Park. Founded in 1916,
center, downtown at 849 E. Commerce St. The docu- Park Commissioner Ray Lambert modeled the park after
drama ‘‘Alamo: The Price of Freedom’’ is presented on a early 20th century Japanese art and fashion that were
screen six stories tall. The film recounts the battle of the popular throughout the American West. Today, visitors can
Alamo. Other digitally remastered and IMAX 3-D films walk along shaded landscaped pathways with lush floral
also are shown. Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: displays, across stone arch bridges over clear koi-filled
(210) 228-0351 or (888) 262-4386. ponds and past a picturesque 60-foot waterfall.
ARNESON RIVER THEATRE is on the River Walk adja- An interactive augmented reality experience, download-
cent to historic La Villita at 418 Villita St. Unequaled able at app stores, includes a visual history of the garden
among the city’s theaters, this outdoor amphitheater fea- as well as a map and the chance to take a selfie with
tures tiers of grass seats on the south side of the river and Kokoro, the flying dragon.
a patio-type stage on the north side. Occasional passing Phone: (210) 212-4814. J M
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Kiddie Park is at 3903 N. St. Mary’s St. at Brackenridge through a collection of historic artifacts and scientific
Park next to the Zoo entrance. Kids ages 1-12 will have a specimens. Enter through the Susan Naylor Center where
ball and grown-ups can take a nostalgic walk down water, land and sky meet as pterosaurs glide overhead
memory lane at this amusement park, which has been in and exhibits tell the story of Texas as it was millions of
operation since 1925. A 1918 carousel featuring colorful years ago and how it is shaping our world today. Visitors
hand-carved wooden horses is a must-see and adults can can view extinct reptiles from 110 million years ago in the
take a ride here as well as on the Flying Saucers. More Dinosaur Gallery as well as a display about the ancient
thrills are geared for just kids, including vintage airplane, seas that once covered much of Texas. The Texas Wild
boat, bus, car, helicopter and horse-drawn carriage rides Gallery allows visitors to get up close and personal with
as well as an old-fashioned Ferris Wheel. Even the ticket some 150 Texas animals in their habitats through di-
booth and snack bar are original. Time: Allow 1 hour oramas, including a bat cave and a towering bison be-
minimum. Phone: (210) 734-7184. J q neath an overhead thunderstorm.
Stretch your muscles and your mind at the hands-on sta-
} San Antonio Zoo is at 3903 N. St. Mary’s St. in
Brackenridge Park. Quarried limestone cliffs pro-
vide natural habitats for some 750 animal species. The
tions and full-body activities across four floors of interactive
adventures for all ages at The H-E-B Body Adventure.
more than 50-acre zoo is noteworthy for its endangered Make a special POWERpass card to track your progress
animals, including tigers, rhinos and Komodo dragons. as you go. Guests can examine real preserved human
specimens, view a life-size anatomy table and stroll
Enter the zoo through The Grottos and say hello to the through culinary and medicinal plant gardens and then par-
hyenas and spectacled and black bear families. Africa Live! take in a live cooking demonstration of healthy snacks.
is home to a Nile crocodile, a variety of fish, okapi, African
Finish up at the Mays Family Center where the South
wild dogs, dwarf mongoose, colobus monkeys, and a giant
Texas Heritage Center is home to hundreds of artifacts
aviary as well as a water hole where the hippos, Timothy
that illustrate life in Texas. Meet freighters, store clerks, oil
and Uma, reside. Head next door to The Savanna where
workers, chili queens and cattle kings as you explore
visitors can feed giraffes. Lions are the big draw for Big Cat
Texas through an artist’s eye in this ever-changing art gal-
Valley, while smaller cats such as the clouded leopard can
lery. If you head outside, there are gardens, a treehouse,
be seen in the Cat Grottos. Neotropica is a remote South
a waterworks station and a view of the San Antonio River.
American fishing village and home to jaguars, birds from
Theater performances also are offered.
the Amazon, monkeys, fish, and reptiles. Australian wildlife
from the outback and beyond, including cassowaries, tree Note: The museum is free to all every Tuesday from 3
kangaroos, red kangaroos, and the Australian Aviary can p.m.–6 p.m. Time: Allow 3 hours minimum. Phone: (210)
all be found in Wild Australia; don’t forget to fed the kan- 357-1900. J
garoo at Kangaroo Krossing.
BUCKHORN SALOON & MUSEUM, 318 E. Houston St.,
Other zoo highlights include the Reptile House; the Hixon was built in 1881 and offers a step back to the Old West
Bird House; Amphibia; the 1948 Friedrich Aquarium; and with artifacts from Texas history. Wildlife exhibits reflect
Kronkosky’s Tiny Tot Nature Spot, where young explorers African, Asian, Alaskan and North American themes. More
can dig, climb and splash while discovering nature’s won- than 520 mounted species are displayed, including fish
ders, including the Butterfly House. The Project Selva 4D from the seven seas.
Theater presents a changing schedule of movies that spill
out of the screen over the audience with such sensory spe- Time: Allow 2 hours minimum. Phone: (210) 247-4000.
cial effects as bubbles, snow, scents, water mist, seat vi- J
brations and wind. The San Antonio Zoo Train, once the
longest miniature railroads in the world, offers daily trips Texas Ranger Museum, 318 E. Houston St. in the Buck-
through Brackenridge Park with stops at various locations, horn Saloon & Museum, chronicles the history of the
including the restored 1920s historic Kiddie Park (see at- Texas Rangers. Revolvers, automatic handguns,
traction listing this page). Behind the Scenes guided tours sawed-off shotguns, badges and photographs are just
and feedings also are offered. some of the items displayed. Ranger Town, a reconstruc-
tion of San Antonio in the late 1800s, features a replica
Phone: (210) 734-7184. f J Buckhorn Saloon, a working jail cell, a blacksmith shop
and a newspaper and telegraph office. Of interest is the
} The Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway St. in Brack-
enridge Park, stands beside the San Antonio River
as it runs through the 10-acre campus where large, open
Bonnie and Clyde exhibit featuring a 1934 Ford Deluxe.
galleries focus on the nature, science and culture of Texas J
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THE DOSEUM is at 2800 Broadway St. The children’s streets, the park offers gardens, an amphitheater, interac-
museum serves kids up to age 11. It offers interactive tive water features designed for all ages, a great lawn for
learning experiences with more than 26,000 square feet recreational activities and varying events throughout the
of indoor exhibit space and more than 39,000 square feet year. Phone: (210) 709-4750. J G M q
of outdoor exhibit space. Phone: (210) 212-4453. J
Henry B. González Convention Center is at 900 E.
FORT SAM HOUSTON is off I-35 at the Walters St. exit Market St. on the northwestern quadrant of Hemisfair. An
at 1405 n. Grayson St. in the Quadrangle, bldg. 16. extension of the San Antonio River flows through the
Founded in 1845, the complex is an active Army installa- heart of the complex, which houses an international con-
tion and home for several major Army groups. A museum ference center and the Lila Cockrell Theatre. Water taxis
chronicles the history of the fort from 1845 to the present. provide transportation to meetings from River Walk hotels.
Maps are available. Note: Visitors may enter through the ‘‘The Confluence of Civilizations’’ mosaic mural is by Juan
Walters Street gate and must have a photo ID, proof of O’Gorman of Mexico; one of the exhibit halls features a
insurance and vehicle registration. Time: Allow 1 hour mural by Carlos Merida. Phone: (210) 207-8500.
minimum. Phone: (210) 221-1886.
Instituto Cultural de Mexico is at 600 Hemisfair Plaza
U.S. Army Medical Department Museum is in Bldg. Way, behind the Henry B. González Convention Center in
1046 at the corner of Harry Wurzbach and Stanley rds. at Hemisfair. The institute offers changing exhibits of works
Fort Sam Houston. Beginning with the Revolutionary War, by contemporary Mexican and San Antonio artists as well
exhibits trace the history of the U.S. Army medical depart- as lectures, concerts, workshops and films. Time: Allow 1
ment through uniforms, U.S. Army and enemy medical hour, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (210) 227-0123 or
equipment, POW memorabilia, photographs, scale models (210) 223-5100.
and emergency medical vehicles including aircraft and a
fully restored ambulance train car. Note: Visitors must Tower of the Americas is at 739 E. César E. Chávez
enter through a visitors center and have a photo ID, proof Blvd. in Hemisfair. The spire rises 750 feet, symbolizing the
of insurance and vehicle registration. Time: Allow 2 hours desire for achievement. A water park around the tower fea-
minimum. Phone: (210) 221-6358 or (800) 523-0015. tures calm water, fountains and waterfalls. Glass-fronted
elevators speed passengers up the outside of the tower to
GO RIO CRUISES departs the Rivercenter at 849 E. the Flags Over Texas Observation Deck for views of the
Commerce St. Board one of the electric riverboats that city and 100 miles of south Texas Hill Country. The Skies
follow the winding, canal-like waterway, gliding beneath Over Texas: 4-D Theater Ride takes passengers on a trip
cypress trees and arched stone pedestrian bridges and through Texas. The tower also has a revolving restaurant.
past lush growths of palms and flowering shrubs. Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (210) 223-3101.
During the narrated 35-minute narrated tour, guides J
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point out various sites along the River Walk (see attraction The UTSA Institute of Texan Cultures is on the
listing p. 429) and offer historical tidbits pertaining to river University of Texas at San Antonio’s Hemisfair
and city history. If you prefer your River Walk views with a campus, 801 E. César E. Chávez Blvd. Opened as the
side of chips and salsa, 2-hour dining cruises are avail- Texas State Exhibits Pavilion, which was built for the 1968
able through participating restaurants. Time: Allow 1 hour HemisFair celebration, the museum was turned over to
minimum. Phone: (210) 227-4746. f the University of Texas System to continue to serve as a
platform for diversity, multiculturalism and education.
HEMISFAIR is bounded by I-37, César E. Chávez Blvd., Today the museum serves as a campus of the University
and Market and Alamo sts. The 92-acre area was the site of at Texas San Antonio and presents the history and di-
of San Antonio’s World’s Fair in 1968, which marked the verse cultures of Texas through art, artifacts, permanent
city’s 250th anniversary. It now is the center of downtown and changing exhibits, events, festivals and programs.
recreation and entertainment. Visitors learn the stories of immigrants who settled in
The four-acre Yanaguana Garden, at Alamo Street and Texas and contributed to its modern, multicultural society.
César E. Chávez Blvd., features a children’s play area Exhibits are supplemented by demonstrations and a mul-
with adaptive play equipment, a sand play area, splash timedia presentation in the dome theater.
pad, ping-pong tables, cornhole, foosball and ″You Take It From Here: A Conversation Between Gen-
chess/checker tables. Civic Park, opening in 2023, is a erations About The Places That Change and How They
huge greenspace in the heart of the city. Located in the Change Us″ is the newest exhibit running through Feb-
northwest corner of Hemisfair at Market and South Alamo ruary 10, 2024 and offers a video project featuring three
428 SAN ANTONIO, TX
Self-guiding tour maps documenting the historical struc-
tures are available throughout the village. Time: Allow 2
hours minimum. Phone: (210) 207-8614. J
LOUIS TUSSAUD’S WAXWORKS, across from the
Alamo at 301 Alamo Plaza, features more than 200 wax
figures from the annals of Hollywood, horror, history, reli-
gion and fairy tales. A 66-foot hand-painted mural depicts
significant and strange events of the last 100 years.
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MARKET SQUARE is bounded by Dolorosa, Santa Rosa,
W. Commerce St. and I-35. Shoppers can enjoy perusing
authentic Talavera pottery, exotic curios and handcrafted
artwork at the over 100 locally owned shops and stalls in
the indoor mall that bills itself as the largest Mexican mar-
ketplace outside of Mexico. Restaurants serve up gourmet
Mexican cuisine, or shoppers can enjoy a more casual
dining experience at the Farmers Market Food Court while
enjoying a show on the stage. A fiesta on the outdoor plaza
is held Saturday and Sunday beginning at noon.
Parking is available on the roof of the Farmers Market
Plaza and under the freeway for a fee. Time: Allow 1 hour
minimum. Phone: (210) 207-8600. J
} THE MCNAY ART MUSEUM is at 6000 N. New

Braunfels Ave. Housed in the 24-room Spanish Co-
lonial Revival-style mansion of philanthropist Marion
Koogler McNay, the museum showcases 19th- through
21st-century American and European paintings, photo-
graphy, drawings and sculpture. The collection features
works by Paul Gauguin, Edward Hopper, Joan Mitchell,
Alice Neel, Georgia O’Keeffe, Pablo Picasso, Jackson
The McNay Art Museum / Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
Pollock and Vincent van Gogh. Rotating exhibitions can
be viewed in the Jane and Arthur Stieren Center.
families discussing their connection to San Antonio’s East The 25 acres include fountains, broad lawns and a
Side. The videos document high school students inter- Japanese-inspired garden and fish pond. The Tobin Col-
viewing their parents’ experiences and thoughts ranging lection of Theatre Arts includes rare books, prints and
from neighborhood changes and the effect of the Civil stage-design drawings. Interactive exhibits are featured in
Rights on their lives. Time: Allow 3 hours minimum. the Studio. Note: Free general admission every Thursday
Phone: (210) 458-2300. from 4-9 p.m. and first Sunday of the month from noon-5
p.m. Pets must be on a leash and are welcome on the
LA VILLITA is on the banks of the San Antonio River be- outdoor grounds only, however service animals are per-
tween E. Nueva and S. Alamo sts. La Villita (vee-YEE-tah) mitted throughout. Time: Allow 2 hours minimum. Phone:
is a restoration of San Antonio’s earliest residential settle- (210) 824-5368, or (210) 547-9720 for cellular audio tour.
ment. Today La Villita is a thriving arts community that fMq
stands as a monument to San Antonio’s past. A historic
arts village since 1939, the galleries and shops occupying MORGAN’S WONDERLAND is off I-35 at 5223 David
historical buildings offer unique art—oil paintings, sculp- Edwards Dr. Inspired by the developer’s daughter, this 25-
tures, watercolors, metal art, rock art, textiles, copper acre theme park was designed with special-needs indi-
wares, pottery, jewelry, stained glass and regional folk viduals in mind but is chock-full of activities, rides and
art—by local and regional artists. themed areas for everyone to enjoy. Upon arrival visitors
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can obtain a GPS Adventure Band that tracks their loca- walking shoes are required. Time: Allow 1 hour, 30 min-
tion, allowing parents and caregivers peace of mind from utes minimum. Phone: (210) 651-6101. f J M q
the get-go.
Ride the Off-Road Adventure Ride and traverse a
winding 1,800-foot-long track, take a trip on the Wonder-
} NATURAL BRIDGE WILDLIFE RANCH is off I-35
exit 175, then 7 mi. w. on Natural Bridge Caverns
Rd. (FM 3009). This 450-acre, drive-through safari fea-
land Express train, or ride a horse or wheelchair-friendly tures more than 40 species of exotic animals that roam in
chariot on the colorful carousel or get a panoramic view open habitats and a Walk-a-Bout area that is home to gi-
from Whirling Wonder, a Ferris wheel that reaches five- raffes, lemurs and other animals. Visitors can identify all
and-one-half-stories high. Pirate- and butterfly-themed the species they see using the handy guide provided at
playgrounds, adaptive swings, a gigantic sandbox, a entry and can travel the 6-mile trek multiple times.
music garden and indoor gym add to the fun.
For an additional fee, visitors can get up close and per-
Shoot water cannons or do some catch-and-release sonal on the Safari Adventure Tour-Giraffe Experience,
fishing at The Wharf. The interactive Sensory Village, de- where food will be provided for this special encounter with
signed to stimulate the imagination and senses, boasts a the majestic animal. Afterward, a tour guide will take you on
grocery, theater, car repair shop, TV station and stable. an enhanced safari tour with animals from around the world.
Need a little break? ‘‘Escape’’ to a foreign country in one Time: Allow 1 hour, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (830)
of several themed rest areas on the Walk and Roll Path 438-7400. f J q
that parallels the park’s lakeshore.
During the summer, Morgan’s Inspiration Island features RIPLEY’S 4D MOVING THEATER, 301 Alamo Plaza at
five tropical-themed splash pads, a river boat adventure jct. Crockett St., offers two different adventure rides cre-
ride and other interactive elements. Time: Allow 2 hours ated with giant movie screens, surround sound, special
minimum. Phone: (210) 495-5888. J G q effects and seats that move in eight directions. Each ride
lasts about 5 minutes; the complete experience lasts
} NATURAL BRIDGE CAVERNS is off I-35 exit 175,

then 8 mi. w. on Natural Bridge Caverns Rd. (FM
3009). Determined to prove the existence of caverns be-
about 15 minutes.
Note: The rides are not recommended for people with
neck, spine or joint injuries. Time: Allow 30 minutes
neath a 60-foot limestone bridge, four St. Mary’s Univer- minimum. Phone: (210) 224-9299. J
sity students embarked on an unforgettable adventure in
1960. During their fourth trek they discovered 2 miles of RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT OR NOT!, 307 Alamo Plaza at jct.
underground corridors. Crockett St., houses more than 600 exhibits from Robert
The guided 60-minute Discovery Tour takes visitors 180 Ripley’s collection of oddities and curiosities from around
feet below the surface through a half-mile of rooms and the world. Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (210)
passages. Stunning formations range from the 40-foot 224-9299. J
King’s Throne and Watchtower to tiny, delicate soda
straws. Other highlights include Purgatory Creek, Sher-
wood Forest and the Natural Bridge. } RIVER WALK runs 15 miles through downtown,
extending as far north as Hildebrand Avenue and
as far south as Mission San Francisco de la Espada. It’s
Lasting 60 minutes, the Hidden Passages Tour explores hard to believe today, but downtown’s standout attraction
two large underground areas adorned with soda straws, came into being as the result of efforts to tame the flood-
cave ribbon and other natural phenomena. A high-tech prone San Antonio River. After a particularly devastating
lighting network uses both light and darkness to intensify flood in 1921 that killed 51 people and caused millions of
views—at one point total blackness envelops visitors. Ad- dollars in damage, Robert Hugman—an architect and na-
venture tours involving hiking, crawling and rappelling are tive San Antonian—drafted an ambitious plan that would
offered by reservation. The HiddenWonders Tour opens in not only control the river’s flow through damming and the
Spring 2023 and takes spelunkers through the Hidden construction of flood gates, but allow its banks to be de-
Cavern and beyond. When it is time to leave, a belt- veloped for both commercial and beautification purposes.
assisted transport (BAT) will carry explorers to the surface. The result is the prettiest place in the city. A long stretch
Other activities include gem and fossil mining, Twisted of meandering waterways lined with big hotels, lots of res-
Trails which stands six stories tall and features seven zip taurants and a sprinkling of specialty shops, River Walk is
rails, and the AMAZEn’ Ranch Roundup maze. Weight and a tad reminiscent of the canals of Venice (that was Hug-
height restrictions apply for Twisted Trails. Comfortable man’s intention). Picturesque stone bridges arch across
walking shoes are required for cavern tours. Comfortable the water. The subtropical landscaping is lush. Pigeons
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The northern section of the River Walk is the Museum
Reach, which links several downtown historic, commercial
and cultural institutions, including the San Antonio Mu-
seum of Art, the Witte Museum and the San Antonio Zoo;
the southern portion is the Mission Reach with connection
to four of the five UNESCO-recognized missions where
ongoing restoration projects are reclaiming the river and
its environs. The downtown portion of the River Walk fea-
tures hotels, cafés, shopping and attractions. Dogs are
welcome but must be kept on a leash. Some restaurants
have pet menus. Phone: (210) 227-4262 for River Walk
information. J M
SAN ANTONIO ART LEAGUE MUSEUM is at 130 King
William St. Oil paintings, textiles, sculpture and ceramics
are among the works by Texas artists and non-Texans
that comprise a 400-piece permanent collection.
Changing exhibitions also are offered. Time: Allow 2
hours minimum. Phone: (210) 223-1140.
} SAN ANTONIO BOTANICAL GARDEN is 5 mi.

n.e. at 555 Funston Pl. Covering 38 acres near
Fort Sam Houston (see attraction listing p. 427), this bo-
tanical garden balances formal gardens with 11 acres of
indigenous plants. The Texas Native Trail includes three
regions: East Texas Pineywoods, Hill Country, and South
Texas Plains, which feature native flora and fauna, his-
torical cabins and a limestone spring. The Culinary
Garden and Outdoor Kitchen, the Discovery & Welcome
Center and the Family Adventure Garden are some of the
newer areas guests can explore.
In the more formally cultivated areas are a rose garden,
an old-fashioned garden, a Japanese garden, a sacred
garden and a sensory garden. Occupying some of the
San Antonio Botanical Garden / © iStockphoto.com / JeffGoulden highest ground in the city, the garden’s glass Lucile Hal-
sell Conservatory offers a glimpse of world climates inside
its modern greenhouses. Guided bird and plant tours are
coo, mallards quack and leaves rustle in the breeze. You offered monthly; phone ahead to confirm schedule. Food
can shop, have lunch, admire public art installations, learn is available daily for lunch and dinner. A weekend brunch
about the river’s history on a boat ride, stroll along paved also is offered.
walking paths shaded by pecan trees and tall cypresses, Phone: (210) 536-1400. f J q
or simply sit on a bench, relax and watch people go by.
Lucile Halsell Conservatory is at San Antonio Botanical
River Walk is just below street level, and that small dif- Garden, 555 Funston Pl. Visitors enter this complex of ex-
ference is enough to give it a distinctly different feel. A se- hibition greenhouses at ground level and take a tunnel 16
ries of entrance steps off downtown thoroughfares provide feet below the surface into a central courtyard surrounded
easy access. The scene becomes particularly festive in by five glass houses. These buildings contain an
the evenings, on weekends and during major events like orchid/epiphyte exhibit room, a tropical room, a desert pa-
} Fiesta San Antonio; lights twinkle, bars and clubs vilion, a palm and cycad pavilion, and a fern grotto.
bustle and diners pack the waterside tables at restaurants Phone: (210) 207-3255. f J
like Casa Rio, which opened in 1946. But it’s early
morning, long after the crowds have dispersed, that a soli- SAN ANTONIO MISSIONS NATIONAL HISTORICAL
tary ramble along the paved walkways offers an opportu- PARK includes four sites throughout the city; the visitor
nity to really appreciate the loveliness of the setting. center is at 6701 San Jose Dr. next to Mission San José y
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San Miguel de Aguayo. With the Alamo, these 18th-century
missions were Spain’s outposts along its northern frontier.
A park map is available at the visitor center, which offers an
} Mission San José y San Miguel de Aguayo is
next to the visitor center at 6701 San Jose Dr. in
San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. Founded
orientation film and exhibits. Ranger-led walks and pro- in 1720, the largest of the five missions along the San An-
grams take place at the visitor center. All four of the prop- tonio River is called the ‘‘Queen of Missions.’’ Most of the
erties have active, Catholic parishes and hold weekly compound was restored by the Works Projects Adminis-
services (English and Spanish) in these historic churches. tration in the 1930s. A 1794 Spanish Colonial gristmill, re-
A riverside paved hiking and biking trail connects all of the built outside the north wall, is in operation. The domed
missions. Each mission is about 2.5 miles from the next. Be church has a rich facade, and on its south side is one of
sure to bring water and sunscreen as temperatures can ex- the finest examples of stone carving in America, known as
ceed 103 degrees in the summer. Cell phone tours are avail- the Rose Window.
able for all four missions. Contact the San Antonio Missions Ranger-led guided walks, beginning at the Visitor Center,
World Heritage Office for information; phone (210) 207-2111. are offered daily (except first Wednesday of the month).
Note: Extreme summer temperatures can bring heat in- Most afternoons, rangers demonstrate such skills as
dexes to unsafe levels which can effect ranger programs. musket loading and wool spinning. Time: Allow 1 hour, 30
Phone: (210) 932-1001. f M q minutes minimum. Phone: (210) 932-1001. f M q
The Espada Acequia System runs from Espada Park on Mission San Juan Capistrano is located at 9101 Graf
Military Dr., just w. of the San Antonio River to Mission Rd. in San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. The
San Francisco de la Espada in San Antonio Missions Na- small chapel was relocated to the San Antonio River from
tional Historical Park. Built by Franciscans and Mission In- East Texas in 1731 and restored in 1909; there are ruins
dians in 1745, the dam controlled the river and filled a of a larger church that was never completed.
network of acequias (irrigation ditches) that furnished
water to the Spanish colonial Mission Espada. Remnants Explore the Yanaguana Trail, a paved .25-mile loop trail
of sluice gate foundations are visible near Mission Es- that takes you to an original stretch of the San Antonio
pada; the aqueduct still carries water over Piedras Creek River, and follow the acequias (irrigation ditches) that still
to nearby farms. Phone: (210) 932-1001. carry water from the river to the fields. The farmland is
used today to feed the people in the community. Phone:
Mission Nuestra Señora de la Purísima Concepción (210) 932-1001. f M q
de Acuña is at 807 Mission Rd. near Mitchell St. in San
Antonio Missions National Historical Park. Relocated to its
present location in 1731 from East Texas, the massive
stone church with twin towers and dome was built by
} SAN ANTONIO MUSEUM OF ART is at 200 W.
Jones Ave. The complex occupies the 1884 Lone
Star Brewing Co. off Broadway. The historic brewhouse,
Franciscans and Native Americans and is known for its with its modified Romanesque towers and turrets, is now
great acoustics. The chapel and convento (priest’s resi- the art museum. The West and East towers contain four
dence) contain frescoes that date from the Spanish colo- levels of galleries. Glass elevators operate in each of the
nial period. The quarry, located in front of the church, towers. The complex along the San Antonio River in-
contained tuffaceous limestone which was quarried and cludes a 2.5-acre sculpture garden.
used to build the mission structures. Phone: (210)
932-1001. f M q The museum’s permanent collections include Egyptian,
Greek and Roman antiquities; American paintings; and
Mission San Francisco de la Espada, 10040 Espada decorative and contemporary arts. The Nelson A. Rock-
Rd., is in San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. efeller Center for Latin American Art features an extensive
Founded in 1690 in East Texas as San Francisco de los permanent collection of Spanish and Colonial art, modern
Tejas, this first mission in the province of Texas was relo- and contemporary art, folk art and pre-Columbian art. The
cated to its present site in 1731 and renamed Mission San Lenora and Walter F. Brown Asian Art Wing houses Jap-
Francisco de la Espada. The chapel doorway reflects anese, Korean, Indian and other Asian art.
Moorish influence. With a collection nearing 30,000 works, and repre-
Wool from the sheep once raised at Rancho de las senting 5,000 years of history, the museum offers
Cabras would be washed, spun and woven at the mis- changing exhibits throughout the year. The growing Texas
sions. Visitors can view a working loom in the Contact collection includes landscape paintings by San Antonio’s
Station at Mission Espada, and on Monday afternoons Onderdonk family and Spanish émigré José Arpa y Perea
live weaving demonstrations are offered. Phone: (210) as well as early Texas furniture. Other genres represented
932-1001. f M q include African art, European art, Islamic art, Latin
432 SAN ANTONIO, TX
American art and Oceanic art. The museum also hosts a Special events include Mardi Gras, mid-January to late
variety of special events and public tours. February; the Seven Seas Food Festival, late March to late
Time: Allow 2 hours minimum. Phone: (210) 978-8100. May; and the Summer Spectacular, early June to early Au-
gust, complete with exciting entertainment. Holiday-themed
fJ events include SeaWorld’s family-friendly Spooktacular
SAN FERNANDO CATHEDRAL is at 115 W. Main Plaza. held in October and SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration,
Colonists sent by King Philip of Spain arrived in San An- which runs from mid-November to early January.
tonio in 1731 and began work on the cathedral, the oldest Note: Swimsuits are recommended; rental lockers,
parish in Texas. A French Gothic addition was completed changing facilities and showers are available. Pets are not
in 1852; a modern restoration, which includes three gold- permitted; kennels are available. Phone: (800) 700-7786.
leaf retablos (altar pieces) in the colonial section, has
been completed. A marble coffin, located in the south
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entry, is said to hold the remains of defenders of the Aquatica, SeaWorld’s Waterpark is at 10500 SeaWorld
Alamo. ‘‘San Antonio–The Saga,’’ a video art installation Dr.; access is via SeaWorld San Antonio’s main gate. Visi-
projected on the façade of the cathedral, tells the story of tors of this South Sea islands-inspired water park can get
the city from its beginnings to today. Time: Allow 1 hour their adrenaline going on thrill rides and unwind on vast,
minimum. Phone: (210) 227-1297. sandy beaches with exotic flora and personal cabanas.
Stingray Falls, a park highlight, is a family-friendly raft
} SEAWORLD SAN ANTONIO, 10500 SeaWorld Dr.,
is a marine life adventure park offering shows, up-
close animal encounters, attractions and rides. The high-
ride through an underwater cavern inhabited by stingrays
and colorful fish. A 1,200-foot-long lazy river, a three-story
water play structure and multiple pool areas add to the
energy show Orca Encounter blends orca behaviors with
fun. Ihu’s Breakaway Falls, purportedly the tallest drop
music and messages of education and conservation. The
slide in Texas, sends riders 20 feet per second through a
Ocean Discovery features beluga whales and Pacific white-
corkscrew of slides before landing in a splashdown. Rip-
sided dolphins interacting with each other. Sea Lion & Otter
tide Race, a splashy dueling racer, is the park’s newest
Spotlight presents California sea lions and Asian small-
adventure with a 51-foot tower and 656 feet of slides.
clawed otters in an all new educational and funny show.
Note: Swimsuits are required; rental lockers, rental ca-
The three-acre Sesame Street Bay of Play offers family banas, changing facilities and showers are available. Pets
rides and the chance to meet and be photographed with are not permitted. Time: Allow 4 hours minimum. Phone:
Sesame Street characters. Super Grover’s Box Car Derby (210) 520-4732. f J G
introduces young adventurers to the fun of a coaster ride
and is the perfect first steel roller coaster for kids and adults.
Abby Cadabby’s Rockin’ Wave, Big Bird’s Spinning Reef
and an interactive water adventure with 22 water elements
}~ SIX FLAGS FIESTA TEXAS is at 17000
I-10W. This 200-acre musical, theme and
water park, in a former rock quarry with 100-foot cliff
(bubblers, geysers, jets) are all family friendly activities. walls, celebrates Texas and the Southwest and offers live
Explorer’s Reef brings you face-to-face with tropical fish, entertainment and both thrill and family-style rides.
sharks and eels; bottlenose dolphin frolic at Discovery Themed areas are Los Festivales, a Hispanic village
Point; and some 250 playful penguins show off their antics with a continuous fiesta; the German village of Spass-
in the Penguin Encounter. Guests can also enjoy Turtle burg; Crackaxle Canyon/Screampunk District, an old-time
Reef, a habitat for endangered sea turtles. There’s also an Texas town that celebrates the Fourth of July daily; Fiesta
opportunity for dolphin, beluga and sea lion interactive Bay Boardwalk; Rockville, where every day is home-
swims as well as special behind-the-scenes-tours and coming; DC Universe, home to superheroes; and White
animal interactions available for an additional fee. Water Bay, the free water park. The water park features a
Journey to Atlantis combines the thrill of a coaster with Texas-shaped wave pool; a five-story interactive water
the plunge of a water ride. Among the other rides are the tree house with mazes; and Thunder Rapids, one of the
Steel Eel coaster; Riptide Rescue; Rio Loco; Sea world’s largest rocket blast water coasters.
Swinger; Texas Stringray; Tidal Surge which allows riders Daredevil Dive Flying Machines, is a retro four-seat
to feel as if they are soaring high; and The Great White, steampunk flying machine that banks, loops and dives
on which riders go heels-over-head five times. Wave giving riders a feeling of weightlessness while soaring five
Breaker: The Rescue Coaster is a jet-ski-style coaster stories above ground. The Joker Carnival of Chaos is a 17-
combining the thrill of a roller coaster with the adrenaline story-tall pendulum ride that reaches speeds of up to 75
rush of a marine animal rescue mission. Coming Summer miles per hour. WONDER WOMAN Golden Lasso Coaster
2023 is Catapult Falls, a launched flume coaster. is a thrilling roller coaster that features a 90-degree drop
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and a unique single I-beam rail with riders seated single office of the captains of the Presidio San Antonio de Béjar.
file. Riders have unobstructed views as they twist and turn Now comprising 10 rooms, the building features hand-
above the stunning 100-feet tall quarry walls. carved doors, tile and stone floors, period furnishings and
Iron Rattler, a snake-themed coaster made of wood and a mosaic-tiled patio typical of Colonial Spain.
steel, has a 180-foot drop, four overbanked turns and an Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (210) 224-0601.
inverted barrel roll. The SkyScreamer swing ride spins
visitors around a 200-foot tower at speeds up to 40 mph; Sightseeing
the floorless Superman Krypton Coaster provides twists, Boat Tours
turns, loops and corkscrews; and BATMAN: The Ride is a
four-dimension coaster flipping riders head over heels at GO RIO CRUISES departs the Rivercenter at 849 E.
least six times. Pandemonium is a spinning coaster, Pi- Commerce St. Board one of the electric riverboats that
rates of the Deep Sea is an interactive family ride, and follow the winding, canal-like waterway, gliding beneath
Bugs’ White Water Rapids is a log flume ride. cypress trees and arched stone pedestrian bridges and
past lush growths of palms and flowering shrubs.
The newest ride, Dr. Diabolical’s Cliffhanger, is said to
be the world’s steepest dive coaster. Located in Crackaxle During the narrated 35-minute narrated tour, guides
Canyon Screampunk District, the three 21-passenger point out various sites along the River Walk (see attraction
trains lift riders 150 feet in the air and then drops them listing p. 429) and offer historical tidbits pertaining to river
down a 95-degree plummet at 60 mph. It does not end and city history. If you prefer your River Walk views with a
there; visitors will experience a 75-foot near-vertical drop, side of chips and salsa, 2-hour dining cruises are avail-
a wild-banked turn and a 270-degree zero-g roll. Also new able through participating restaurants. Time: Allow 1 hour
in 2023 is a single-rail family racing coaster and 11 indi- minimum. Phone: (210) 227-4746. f
vidual waterslides and raft rides in White Water Bay. Walking Tours
The Mardi Gras Festival featuring authentic parade The downtown loop of the San Antonio River provides
floats, a variety of Mardi-Gras-themed food and drink along unusual ways to see a portion of the city during your va-
with décor throughout the park. Weekends in October offer cation. The River Walk, which follows the riverbanks, af-
haunted houses, spooky-themed attractions, Halloween fords walkers a leisurely view of downtown.
shows and coaster riding in the dark, and Holiday in the
Park is celebrated from late November to early January. The San Antonio Conservation Society offers several
self-guiding walking-tour brochures, including the Texas
Time: Allow 4 hours minimum. Phone: (210) 697-5050. Star Trail and King William Historic District. Beginning at
J the Alamo, the 2.6-mile Texas Star Trail follows a signed
SOUTHWEST SCHOOL OF ART is at jct. Navarro and Au- route through the downtown area. The tour of the King
gusta sts. at 300 Augusta St. Adjacent campuses—Navarro William district spotlights many elegant Victorian houses
and Ursuline—comprise the school. The former Ursuline built by prosperous German merchants during the mid-
Convent, established in 1851, has limestone architecture, 19th century. For more information, contact the Conserva-
gardens and courtyards. The Russell Hill Rogers Gallery on tion Society at the Wulff House, 107 King William St., San
the Navarro campus exhibits works by emerging and promi- Antonio, TX 78204; phone (210) 224-6163.
nent artists. Exhibits also are on display at the Urschel Cor- More walking tours are offered by the city of San An-
ridor Gallery in the Urschel Administration Building. tonio, including Houston Street, featuring commercial ar-
Guided tours of the Ursuline historic site are available. chitecture on nine blocks, and S. Alamo and S. St. Mary’s
Time: Allow 2 hours minimum. Phone: (210) 224-1848. streets, with late 19th- and early 20th-century homes;
phone (210) 215-9274.
fJ Beginning downtown, signs designate the Mission Trail,
SPANISH GOVERNOR’S PALACE faces the back of City an 8-mile route linking the Alamo with the four sites of the
Hall at 105 Plaza de Armas. The adobe and stone struc- San Antonio Missions National Historical Park (see attrac-
ture dates back to the early 1700s and was the home and tion listing p. 430).
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~, Hotel. Under major renovation, call for details. Last Designation: Four Diamond.
Address: 889 E Market St 78205. Location: Located on the Riverwalk. Facility: 512 units.
30 stories, interior corridors. Parking: valet only. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes.
Pool: heated outdoor, indoor. Activities: exercise room, massage. Guest Services:
complimentary and valet laundry, boarding pass kiosk.
A SHERATON GUNTER BOOK NOW 210/227-3241

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A SONESTA ES SUITES SAN ANTONIO DOWNTOWN BOOK NOW 210/212-5555
Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 425 Bonham St 78205. Facility: 220 units, some two
bedrooms, efficiencies and kitchens. 13 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee)
and valet. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services:
valet and coin laundry. (See ad on inside front cover.)
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A SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT SAN ANTONIO DOWNTOWN BOOK NOW 210/354-1333

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~ Hotel. Address: 524 St Mary’s St 78205.
A SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT SAN ANTONIO DOWNTOWN/ALAMO PLAZA CONVENTION
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A STAYBRIDGE SUITES DOWNTOWN CONVENTION CENTER BOOK NOW 210/444-2700
----- Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 123 Hoefgen Ave 78205.
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 409 E Houston St 78205.
A TRU BY HILTON SAN ANTONIO DOWNTOWN RIVERWALK BOOK NOW 210/348-2924
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A THE WESTIN RIVERWALK, SAN ANTONIO BOOK NOW 210/224-6500
Hotel. Address: 420 W Market St 78205. Location: Located on River
Walk. Facility: On the coveted River Walk, guests are wowed by this striking hotel
featuring luxurious public areas, haute Italian cuisine, elegant guest rooms and attentive
service. 473 units. 15 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Terms:
check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Dining: Zocca Cuisine d’Italia, see separate listing.
----- Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room, spa. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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A WYNDHAM GARDEN RIVER WALK MUSEUM REACH BOOK NOW 210/515-4555

Hotel. Address: 103 9th St 78215. Location: Located on Museum Reach section of
downtown River Walk. Facility: 131 units. 4 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site
(fee). Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest
Services: complimentary and valet laundry.
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A BOHANAN’S PRIME STEAKS & SEAFOOD 210/472-2600

Regional Steak Seafood Fine Dining. Expert Advice: Aged beef, fresh seafood and other
----- quality ingredients from around the world are combined in artistic creations. The evening
dining room is elegant and the service refined. This restaurant is said to be among the
city’s best. Features: full bar. Reservations: suggested. Address: 219 E Houston St,
Suite 275 78205. Parking: valet only.
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A DORREGO’S 210/227-9700
----- Argentine Fine Dining. Address: 150 E Houston St 78205.
A OCHO LOUNGE 210/222-2008

----- Regional Cuban Casual Dining. Address: 1015 Navarro St 78205.
A OSTRA 210/396-5817
----- Regional New World Fine Dining. Address: 212 W Crockett St 78205.
A Q ON THE RIVERWALK 210/222-1234

----- Barbecue Casual Dining. Address: 123 Losoya St 78205.
A ZOCCA CUISINE D’ITALIA 210/224-6500

----- Italian Fine Dining. Address: 420 W Market St 78205.

SAN ANTONIO, TX 445
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A ALOFT SAN ANTONIO AIRPORT BOOK NOW 210/541-8881

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A ALOFT SAN ANTONIO NORTHWEST BOOK NOW 210/561-4488
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A BEST WESTERN GARDEN INN BOOK NOW 210/599-0999

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Hotel. Address: 11939 NE I-35 78233. Facility: 69 units. 2 stories (no elevator), exterior
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A BEST WESTERN INGRAM PARK INN BOOK NOW 210/520-8080

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Motel. Address: 6855 NW Loop 410 78238. Facility: 78 units, some two bedrooms. 2
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446 SAN ANTONIO, TX
A BEST WESTERN INN & SUITES MEDICAL CENTER NORTH NEAR SIX
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~ Hotel. Address: 4800 Woodstone Blvd 78230.
A BEST WESTERN PLUS DOWNTOWN NORTH BOOK NOW 210/212-2224
Hotel. Address: 2131 IH 35 N 78205. Facility: 87 units, some
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A BEST WESTERN PLUS FIESTA INN BOOK NOW 210/696-2400

Hotel. Address: 13535 I-10 W 78249. Facility: 60 units, some two
bedrooms. 2 stories (no elevator), exterior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise
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A BEST WESTERN PLUS HILL COUNTRY SUITES BOOK NOW 210/490-9191

Hotel. Address: 18555 US Hwy 281 N 78258. Location: Located in a
modern commercial area. Facility: 77 units, some efficiencies. 3 stories, interior corridors.
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SAN ANTONIO, TX 447
A BEST WESTERN PLUS LACKLAND HOTEL & SUITES BOOK NOW 210/298-8880
Contemporary Hotel. Address: 3635 Crooked Tr 78227. Location: Near
Lackland AFB Training Annex. Facility: 77 units, some two bedrooms and kitchens. 4
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A BEST WESTERN PLUS PALO ALTO INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 210/298-9990
Hotel. Address: 12507 SW Loop 410 78224. Facility: 75 units, some
efficiencies. 4 stories, interior corridors. Pool: heated indoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise
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A BEST WESTERN PLUS ROLAND INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 210/541-5595
Hotel. Address: 333 Roland Rd 78210. Facility: 69 units. 4 stories,
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A BEST WESTERN PLUS SAN ANTONIO EAST INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 210/661-8669
Hotel. Address: 8669 I-10 E 78109. Facility: 67 units, some kitchens. 3
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Hotel. Address: 4639 Rittiman Rd 78218. Facility: 54 units, some three bedrooms. 4
laundry.
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A CANDLEWOOD SUITES LACKLAND BOOK NOW 210/674-1512

----- Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 6439 US HWY 90 W 78227.
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A CANDLEWOOD SUITES SAN ANTONIO AIRPORT BOOK NOW 210/377-2000

----- Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 418 Portland Rd 78216.
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SAN ANTONIO, TX 449
A CANDLEWOOD SUITES SAN ANTONIO NW SEAWORLD AREA BOOK NOW 210/523-7666

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 9502 Amelia Pass 78254. Facility: 81 units, some
efficiencies and kitchens. 4 stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise
room. Guest Services: complimentary laundry.
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A CANOPY BY HILTON SAN ANTONIO RIVERWALK BOOK NOW 210/404-7516

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~ Boutique Contemporary Hotel. Address: 123 N Saint Mary’s St 78205.
A CLARION POINTE BOOK NOW 210/684-9966
----- Hotel. Address: 4803 Manitou Dr 78228.
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A COMFORT INN BOOK NOW 210/661-4545

----- Hotel. Address: 6075 I-10 E 78219.
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----- Hotel. Address: 5622 Utex Blvd 78249.
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A COMFORT INN NEAR SEAWORLD BOOK NOW 210/522-0700

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A COMFORT SUITES NEAR SEAWORLD BOOK NOW 210/681-6000

----- Hotel. Address: 8021 Alamo Downs Pkwy 78238.
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450 SAN ANTONIO, TX
A COMFORT SUITES STONE OAK BOOK NOW 210/495-5557

----- Hotel. Address: 1754 N Loop 1604 E 78232.
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----- Hotel. Address: 6502 Enrique M Barrera Pkwy 78227.
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A COUNTRY INN & SUITES BY RADISSON MEDICAL CENTER SAN

----- Hotel. Address: 8318 I-10 W 78230.
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A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT-AIRPORT BOOK NOW 210/828-7200

Hotel. Address: 8615 Broadway St 78217. Location: Located in a quiet area. Facility:
145 units. 4 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee). Pool: outdoor. Activities:
cabanas, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin laundry, boarding pass kiosk.
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A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT SAN ANTONIO

AIRPORT/NORTHSTAR BOOK NOW 210/530-9881
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~ Hotel. Address: 80 Loop 410 NE 78216.
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A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT SAN ANTONIO MEDICAL CENTER BOOK NOW 210/614-7100

Hotel. Address: 8585 Marriott Dr 78229. Location: Located in a quiet area. Facility: 146
units. 3 stories, interior corridors. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Pool: outdoor. Activities:
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A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT SAN ANTONIO NORTH/STONE OAK AT

LEGACY BOOK NOW 210/545-3100
Contemporary Hotel. Address: 1803 E Sonterra Blvd 78259. Location: Across from
Legacy Mall. Facility: 107 units. 4 stories, interior corridors. Pool: heated indoor.
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A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT SAN ANTONIO SEAWORLD/LACKLAND

A.F.B. BOOK NOW 210/647-4100
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HILLS BOOK NOW 210/509-3700

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Hotel. Address: 11605 State Hwy 151 78251. Facility: 179 units. 4 stories, interior
corridors. Parking: on-site (fee). Terms: check-in 4 pm. Pool: outdoor, indoor. Activities:
hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin laundry, boarding pass kiosk.
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A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT SAN ANTONIO SIX FLAGS AT THE

RIM BOOK NOW 210/558-7774
Hotel. Address: 5731 Rim Pass Dr 78257. Facility: 124 units. 4 stories, interior corridors.
Terms: check-in 4 pm. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services:
valet and coin laundry, boarding pass kiosk.
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A CROWNE PLAZA SAN ANTONIO AIRPORT HOTEL BOOK NOW 210/828-9031

Hotel. Address: 1111 NE Loop 410 78209. Facility: 224 units. 10 stories, interior
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SAN ANTONIO, TX 453
A DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM NORTHWEST BOOK NOW 210/736-1900

Hotel. Address: 6023 NW I-10 W 78201. Facility: 75 units. 2 stories, exterior corridors.
Pool: outdoor. Activities: hot tub. Guest Services: coin laundry.
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A DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM SAN ANTONIO NEAR FIESTA PARK BOOK NOW 210/696-7922
----- Hotel. Address: 11790 I-10 W 78230.
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A DOUBLETREE BY HILTON SAN ANTONIO NORTHWEST BOOK NOW 210/690-0300

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~ Hotel. Address: 6809 N Loop 1604 W 78260.
A DRURY INN AND SUITES AIRPORT BOOK NOW 210/348-9960
----- Contemporary Hotel. Address: 8818 Jones Maltsberger Rd 78216.
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A DRURY INN & SUITES NORTHEAST BOOK NOW 210/657-1107

----- Hotel. Address: 4900 Crestwind Dr 78239.
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A DRURY INN & SUITES SAN ANTONIO-LA CANTERA BOOK NOW 210/696-0800
----- Hotel. Address: 15806 IH-10 W 78249.
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A DRURY INN & SUITES-SAN ANTONIO NORTH BOOK NOW 210/404-1600

----- Hotel. Address: 801 N Loop 1604 E 78232.
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454 SAN ANTONIO, TX
A DRURY INN & SUITES-SAN ANTONIO NORTHWEST BOOK NOW 210/561-2510

----- Hotel. Address: 9806 I-10 W 78230.
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A DRURY PLAZA HOTEL SAN ANTONIO AIRPORT BOOK NOW 210/308-8100

----- Hotel. Address: 95 NE Loop 410 78216.
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A DRURY PLAZA SAN ANTONIO NORTH BOOK NOW 210/494-2420

----- Contemporary Hotel. Address: 823 N Loop 1604 E 78232.
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A EILAN HOTEL & SPA BOOK NOW 210/598-2900

----- Boutique Hotel. Address: 17103 La Cantera Pkwy 78256.
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A EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON HOTEL-AIRPORT BOOK NOW 210/525-9999

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SPA BOOK NOW 210/534-1000
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~ Hotel. Address: 7610 S New Braunfels Ave 78235.
A EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON SAN ANTONIO LANDMARK BOOK NOW 210/270-0800
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~ Hotel. Address: 5615 Landmark Pkwy 78249.
A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT NORTH STONE OAK BOOK NOW 210/491-9595
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~ Hotel. Address: 80 Trail Crest 78232.
SAN ANTONIO, TX 455
A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT SAN ANTONIO AIRPORT/NORTH STAR

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~ Hotel. Address: 88 Loop 410 NE 78216.
A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT SAN ANTONIO BROOKS CITY
BASE BOOK NOW 210/293-7401
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~ Hotel. Address: 3234 Goliad Rd 78223.
A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT SAN ANTONIO MEDICAL
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~ Hotel. Address: 7203 Wurzbach Rd 78240.
A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT SAN ANTONIO SEAWORLD/WESTOVER


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Hotel. Address: 4026 Wiseman Blvd 78251. Facility: 98 units. 3 stories,
interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee) and street. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Pool: outdoor.
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~ Hotel. Address: 8902 Jones Maltsberger Rd 78216.

456 SAN ANTONIO, TX
A HAMPTON INN & SUITES BY HILTON SAN ANTONIO/NORTHEAST

I-35 BOOK NOW 210/599-4800
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A HAMPTON INN & SUITES RIVERWALK BOOK NOW 210/226-7777
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~ Hotel. Address: 118 Soledad St 78205.
A HAMPTON INN & SUITES SAN ANTONIO BROOKS CITY BASE BOOK NOW 210/333-4800
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~ Hotel. Address: 8202 City Base Landing 78235.
A HAMPTON INN & SUITES SAN ANTONIO LACKLAND AFB
SEAWORLD BOOK NOW 210/674-0700
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~ Hotel. Address: 1719 Cable Ranch Rd 78245.
A HAMPTON INN SAN ANTONIO-NORTHWOOD BOOK NOW 210/404-1144
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~ Hotel. Address: 2127 Gold Canyon Dr 78232.
A HILTON GARDEN INN AT THE RIM BOOK NOW 210/696-3500
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~ Hotel. Address: 5730 Rim Pass 78257.
A HILTON GARDEN INN SAN ANTONIO AIRPORT BOOK NOW 210/494-7600
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~ Hotel. Address: 12828 San Pedro Ave 78216.
SAN ANTONIO, TX 457
A HILTON GARDEN INN SAN ANTONIO AIRPORT SOUTH BOOK NOW 210/822-1554
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~ Contemporary Hotel. Address: 8505 Broadway St 78217.
A HILTON SAN ANTONIO AIRPORT BOOK NOW 210/340-6060
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A HILTON SAN ANTONIO HILL COUNTRY HOTEL BOOK NOW 210/509-9800
Resort Hotel. Address: 9800 Westover Hills Blvd 78251. Location:
Located in a wooded area, across from SeaWorld. Facility: This beautiful
resort is nestled on 27 acres and features rooms with dreamy beds and
upscale linens. The suites offer scenic views and the outdoor areas include fire pits and a
kids’ play area. 226 units. 5 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee). Terms:
----- check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: hot tub, recreation
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A HOLIDAY INN & SUITES NORTHWEST BOOK NOW 210/549-2434

Hotel. Address: 5535 University Heights 78249. Location: Next to Sam’s Club. Facility:
122 units. 4 stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room.
Guest Services: coin laundry, area transportation.
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A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS AIRPORT NORTH BOOK NOW 210/402-3300

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----- Hotel. Address: 1225 E Chavaneaux Rd 78221.
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A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES MEDICAL SIX FLAGS BOOK NOW 210/561-9058
Hotel. Address: 11010 I-10 W 78230. Facility: 122 units. 6 stories, interior corridors.
Terms: check-in 4 pm. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: coin
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A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES SAN ANTONIO BROOKS CITY

BASE BOOK NOW 210/202-0822
----- Hotel. Address: 8222 City Base Landing 78235.
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A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL & SUITES SEAWORLD BOOK NOW 210/520-4200
----- Hotel. Address: 2861 Cinema Ridge 78238.
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A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS-SAN ANTONIO AIRPORT BOOK NOW 210/308-6700

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----- Hotel. Address: 9536 Amelia Pass 78254.
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SAN ANTONIO, TX 459
A HOLIDAY INN NORTHWEST-SEAWORLD BOOK NOW 210/520-2508

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~ Extended Stay Contemporary Hotel. Address: 94 NE Loop 410 78216.
A HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON SAN ANTONIO RIM BOOK NOW 210/561-6123
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~ Extended Stay Contemporary Hotel. Address: 17303 Vance Jackson 78257.
A HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON SAN ANTONIO SEAWORLD
LACKLAND BOOK NOW 210/673-5535
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~ Hotel. Address: 9911 Ingram Rd, Suite B 78245.
A HOME2 SUITES SAN ANTONIO RIVERWALK BOOK NOW 210/224-7777
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 118 Soledad St 78205.
A HOMEWOOD SUITES BY SAN ANTONIO AIRPORT BOOK NOW 210/804-0100
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~ Extended Stay Contemporary Hotel. Address: 8531 Broadway St 78217.
A HOMEWOOD SUITES SAN ANTONIO NORTHWEST BY HILTON BOOK NOW 210/696-5400
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 4323 Spectrum One 78230.

460 SAN ANTONIO, TX
A HOMEWOOD SUITES STONE OAK BY HILTON BOOK NOW 210/497-8200

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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 125 North Loop 1604 W 78232.
A HOTEL EMMA BOOK NOW 210/448-8300
Boutique Hotel. Address: 136 E Grayson St 78215. Location: Overlooking the Riverwalk.
Facility: Guests of all ages will be stunned by this chic, former 1894 Pearl Brewery’s
upscale, beautifully crafted lobby, library, larder and rooftop pool areas. 146 units. 6-7
stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site and valet. Amenities: safes. Dining: 3
restaurants, also, Supper American Eatery, see separate listing. Pool: heated outdoor.
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HYATT PLACE SAN ANTONIO AIRPORT/QUARRY MARKET BOOK NOW 210/930-2333
AAA Benefit: Members save up to 10% and earn World of Hyatt points when
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~, Contemporary Hotel. Under major renovation, call for details. Last Designation:
Three Diamond. Address: 7615 Jones Maltsberger Rd 78216. Facility: 126 units. 6 stories,
interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: coin laundry,
A HYATT PLACE SAN ANTONIO NORTH STONE OAK BOOK NOW 210/545-2810
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Contemporary Hotel. Address: 1610 E Sonterra Blvd 78258. Facility: 126 units. 6
stories, interior corridors. Pool: heated indoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest
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SAN ANTONIO, TX 461
A HYATT PLACE SAN ANTONIO-NORTHWEST/MEDICAL CENTER BOOK NOW 210/561-0099

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Contemporary Hotel. Address: 4303 Hyatt Place Dr 78230. Location: Located in a quiet
commercial area. Facility: 126 units. 6 stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor.
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A HYATT REGENCY HILL COUNTRY RESORT AND SPA BOOK NOW 210/647-1234
Resort Hotel. Address: 9800 Hyatt Resort Dr 78251. Location:
Across from SeaWorld. Facility: Wood-trimmed porches and walls of regional limestone
distinguish this sprawling oak-studded resort, which is known for its ramblin’ lazy river
floating ride. The beautiful rooms are refined. 500 units. 5 stories, interior corridors.
Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Dining: 2
----- restaurants, also, Antlers Lodge, see separate listing. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities:
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playground, health club, spa. Guest Services: complimentary and valet laundry.
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A JW MARRIOTT SAN ANTONIO HILL COUNTRY RESORT & SPA BOOK NOW 210/276-2500
Contemporary Resort Hotel. Address: 23808 Resort Pkwy 78261.
Facility: This spectacular, large resort in South Texas Hill Country
has expansive public areas and features a highly acclaimed, state-of-the-art floating river,
a kids’ water park and a quiet adult-swim area. 1002 units. 9 stories, interior corridors.
Parking: on-site and valet. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Dining: 6
----- restaurants, also, Cibolo Moon, see separate listing. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities:
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A LA CANTERA RESORT & SPA BOOK NOW 210/558-6500

Resort Hotel. Address: 16641 La Cantera Pkwy 78256. Location: Located adjacent to
La Cantera mall and Six Flags Fiesta Texas. Facility: Overlooking the city, this elegant,
expansive resort features design details that embody South Texas Hill Country style.
Frolic in the extensive pool areas sectioned for families and adults. 496 units. 7 stories,
interior corridors. Parking: on-site and valet. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes.
Some: video games. Dining: 3 restaurants. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: hot tub,
regulation golf, bicycles, playground, health club, spa. Guest Services: valet laundry,
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A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES EAST BOOK NOW 210/662-2677

----- Hotel. Address: 6111 I10 E 78219.
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A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES NW BOOK NOW 210/447-8000

----- Hotel. Address: 11155 W Loop 1604 N 78023.
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A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES SAN ANTONIO AIRPORT BOOK NOW 210/342-3738
----- Hotel. Address: 850 Halm Blvd 78216.
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A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES SAN ANTONIO MEDICAL CENTER BOOK NOW 210/525-8090
----- Hotel. Address: 4431 Horizon Hill Blvd 78229.
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A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES SAN ANTONIO NORTH STONE OAK BOOK NOW 210/497-0506
----- Hotel. Address: 1017 N Loop E 78258.
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A MARRIOTT SAN ANTONIO AIRPORT BOOK NOW 210/600-0777

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~ Hotel. Address: 77 NE Loop 410 78216.

464 SAN ANTONIO, TX
A PEAR TREE INN SAN ANTONIO AIRPORT BOOK NOW 210/366-9300

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A QUALITY INN & SUITES AT&T CENTER BOOK NOW 210/224-3030

----- Hotel. Address: 3817 N Panam Expy 78219.
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A QUALITY INN & SUITES SEAWORLD NORTH BOOK NOW 210/372-9900

----- Hotel. Address: 9522 Brimhall Rd (Loop 1604) 78254.
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A QUALITY SUITES BOOK NOW 210/798-5000

----- Hotel. Address: 3602 Military Hwy SE 78223.
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A RAMADA-SEAWORLD AREA BOOK NOW 210/521-1485

Hotel. Address: 7043 Culebra Rd 78238. Facility: 72 units. 2 stories (no elevator),
exterior corridors. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Guest Services: coin laundry.
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A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT SAN ANTONIO AIRPORT/ALAMO

HEIGHTS BOOK NOW 210/805-8118
Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 1014 NE Loop 410 78209. Facility: 120 units, some two
bedrooms and kitchens. 2-3 stories, exterior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee). Terms:
check-in 4 pm. Pool: outdoor. Activities: miniature golf, exercise room. Guest Services:
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Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 5707 Rim Pass Dr 78257. Facility: 131 kitchen units,
some two bedrooms. 6 stories, interior corridors. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Pool: heated
outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin laundry.
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A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT SEAWORLD/LACKLAND AFB BOOK NOW 210/509-3100

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A SAN ANTONIO MARRIOTT NORTHWEST BOOK NOW 210/377-3900
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466 SAN ANTONIO, TX
A SONESTA ES SUITES SAN ANTONIO NORTHWEST BOOK NOW 210/558-9009

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 4320 Spectrum One 78230. Facility: 118 units, some two
bedrooms, efficiencies and kitchens. 3 stories, interior corridors. Pool: heated outdoor.
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A SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT SAN ANTONIO MEDICAL
CENTER/NORTHWEST BOOK NOW 210/737-6086
Contemporary Hotel. Address: 3636 NW Loop 410 78201.
Location: Next to Wonderland mall. Facility: 112 units. 5 stories, interior corridors. Pool:
outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin laundry, area
transportation.
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SAN ANTONIO, TX 467
A SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT SAN ANTONIO

SEAWORLD/LACKLAND BOOK NOW 210/520-6655
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A STAYBRIDGE SUITES SAN ANTONIO-AIRPORT BOOK NOW 210/341-3220
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A STAYBRIDGE SUITES SAN ANTONIO-STONE OAK BOOK NOW 210/497-0100

----- Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 808 N Loop 1604 E 78232.
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A STAYBRIDGE SUITES-SEAWORLD SAN ANTONIO BOOK NOW 210/767-1100

----- Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 10919 Town Center Dr 78251.
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A SUPER 8 ON ROLAND BOOK NOW 210/798-5500

----- Hotel. Address: 302 Roland Ave 78210.
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A SURESTAY PLUS BY BEST WESTERN FORT SAM HOUSTON BOOK NOW 210/798-3900
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, Hotel. Under major renovation, call for details. Last Designation: Three Diamond.
Address: 143 Richland Hills Dr 78245.

468 SAN ANTONIO, TX
A THOMPSON SAN ANTONIO RIVERWALK BOOK NOW 210/876-1234
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Contemporary Hotel. Address: 115 Lexington Ave 78205. Location:
Located in the city’s art district. Facility: Opened in February 2021,
this trendy, art-filled hotel is an experience in sensory delight. Subtle scents complement
refined public areas while Southern upscale decor defines the guest rooms. 162 units. 20
stories, interior corridors. Parking: valet only. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes.
Dining: 2 restaurants, nightclub. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: cabanas, exercise
room, spa. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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A TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT AIRPORT BOOK NOW 210/308-5510

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 214 NE Loop 410 78216. Facility: 106
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A TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT SAN ANTONIO WESTOVER
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~ Extended Stay Contemporary Hotel. Address: 10015 Westover Hills Blvd 78251.

SAN ANTONIO, TX 469
A TOWNEPLACE SUITES SAN ANTONIO AT THE RIM BOOK NOW 201/890-4100

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~ Extended Stay Contemporary Hotel. Address: 17934 La Cantera Pkwy 78256.
A TRU BY HILTON SAN ANTONIO AT THE RIM BOOK NOW 210/569-1101
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A WATERWALK SAN ANTONIO AT THE RIM BOOK NOW 210/245-7100
----- Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 5423 N Loop 1604 W 78249.
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~ Hotel. Address: 9821 Colonnade Blvd 78230.
WHERE TO EAT
A ANTLERS LODGE 210/520-4001
----- American Fine Dining. Address: 9800 Hyatt Resort Dr 78251.
A CIBOLO MOON 210/276-2500

----- American Casual Dining. Address: 23808 Resort Pkwy 78261.
A SILO ELEVATED CUISINE AND BAR-LOOP 1604 210/483-8989
----- New World Fine Dining. Address: 434 N Loop 1604 W 78232.
A SUPPER AMERICAN EATERY 210/448-8351

----- New American Fine Dining. Address: 136 E Grayson St 78215.

470 SAN MARCOS, TX
SAN MARCOS Shopping: Bargain shopping is popular at San Marcos
• Hotels p. 470 Premium Outlets and Tanger Outlet Center, both at I-35
• Part of Austin area— see map p. 58 exit 200.
THE MEADOWS CENTER FOR WATER AND THE EN-
One mile northwest of San Marcos are the headwaters VIRONMENT is off I-35 exit 206, then w. to 201 San
of the San Marcos River at Aquarena Springs. Created by Marcos Springs Dr. Glass-bottom boats take visitors over
the Balcones Fault, the San Marcos Springs, from which the San Marcos Springs, which produce 150 million gal-
the river flows, produce 150 million gallons of ice-cold lons of artesian water a day. The Natural Aquarium dis-
water daily. San Marcos is the input point for the Texas plays endangered species, and a wetlands walkway,
Water Safari, a 260-mile, nonstop canoe race to the Gulf nature trails and historic sites are on the grounds. Spring
town of Seadrift. The record for this grueling race is 29 Lake Hall, next to Spring Lake at the headwaters of the
hours, 46 minutes. San Marcos River, features interactive exhibits about
San Marcos Convention and Visitors Bureau: 617 I-35 Texas’ waterways. Guided kayak tours also are available.
N., San Marcos, TX 78666. Phone: (512) 393-5930 or Time: Allow 3 hours minimum. Phone: (512) 245-7570
(888) 200-5620. or (512) 245-9200. f q
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~ Hotel. Address: 1001 E McCarty Ln 78666.
SAN MARCOS, TX 471
A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT AUSTIN-SAN MARCOS BOOK NOW 512/396-0131
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~ Hotel. Address: 106 I-35 N 78666.
A HILTON GARDEN INN SAN MARCOS BOOK NOW 512/878-4411
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RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT BOOK NOW 512/229-0780
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2 78666.
A WINGATE BY WYNDHAM BOOK NOW 512/754-6621

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472 SCHERTZ — SCHULENBURG, TX
SCHERTZ
• Hotels p. 472
A BEST WESTERN PLUS ATRIUM INN BOOK NOW 210/651-4100

Hotel. Address: 17401 IH-35 N 78154. Facility: 62 units. 2 stories,
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SCHULENBURG named for Louis Schulenburg, who donated land for con-
• Hotels p. 472 struction of the Southern Pacific Railroad in 1873. The
Schulenburg Oil Mill, said to be the longest continuously
Schulenburg was founded in the mid-19th century by operating cottonseed mill, ran from 1883 until the 1950s.
German, Austrian and Czech settlers. The town was

----- Hotel. Address: 200 Heinrich St 78956.
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SEABROOK — SEAGOVILLE, TX 473
SEABROOK
• Hotels p. 473
A BEST WESTERN PLUS SEABROOK SUITES BOOK NOW 281/291-9090

Hotel. Address: 5755 Bayport Blvd 77586. Facility: 86 units. 3 stories,
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----- Hotel. Address: 2720 NASA Pkwy 77586.
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HOUSTON/NASA/SEABROOK BOOK NOW 281/474-3456
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~ Hotel. Address: 2120 E NASA Pkwy 77586.
SEAGOVILLE
• Hotels p. 473

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Hotel. Address: 1910 N US Hwy 175 75159. Facility: 49 units. 2 stories (no elevator),
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474 SEGUIN — SELMA, TX
SEGUIN the oldest surviving protestant churches in the state. Se-
• Hotels p. 474 guin also is the home of Texas Lutheran University.
• Part of San Antonio area— see map p. 413 Seguin Convention and Visitors Bureau: 116 N. Camp
St., Seguin, TX 78155. Phone: (830) 401-0810 or (800)
Home of the world’s largest pecan, Seguin (pronounced 580-7322.
‘‘sa-geen’’) was founded as Walnut Springs in 1838. The
name was changed to honor Col. Juan N. Seguin, a distin- Self-guiding tours: Brochures for a walking tour of his-
guished Tejano patriot who served under Sam Houston in toric downtown Seguin and a driving tour of sites from
the fight for Texas independence. A statue of Col. Seguin ‘‘True Women’’ are available from the convention and visi-
stands in Central Park at South River and Nolte streets. tors bureau.
The giant pecan—a sculpture on the courthouse lawn— SEGUIN WAVE POOL is 3 mi. s. off I-10 exit 609, fol-
marks Seguin as a major cultivator of the nut. Guided lowing SR 123 to Max Starcke Park. Aquatic amusements
tours of the area include sites from Janice Woods Win- include a 15,000-square-foot wave pool and a splash
dle’s historical novel ‘‘True Women.’’ The town’s first pool. Dressing rooms and grass volleyball courts are
church, built for a Methodist conference in 1849, is among available. Phone: (830) 379-7665 or (830) 401-2480.

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A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES SEGUIN BOOK NOW 830/379-4440
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----- Hotel. Address: 1525 N Hwy 46 78155.
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• Hotels p. 474

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~ Hotel. Address: 14655 IH-35 N Access Rd 78154.
A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES SELMA BOOK NOW 210/651-3885
----- Hotel. Address: 15408 I-35 N, Suite 2 78154.
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SHAMROCK — SHENANDOAH, TX 475
SHAMROCK economy of the Texas Panhandle town. The 1936 Tower
• Hotels p. 475 Station and U-Drop Inn Café are Art Deco landmarks at
the crossroads of historic Route 66 and US 83.
Incorporated in 1911, Shamrock originally was estab-
lished as a post office 21 years prior at the home of an Shamrock Chamber of Commerce: 105 E. 12th St.,
Irish sheep rancher. Cattle and farming sustain the Shamrock, TX 79079. Phone: (806) 256-2501.
A BEST WESTERN PLUS SHAMROCK INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 806/256-1001
Hotel. Address: 1802 N Main St 79079. Facility: 46 units, some
kitchens. 3 stories, interior corridors. Pool: heated indoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise
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• Hotels p. 475
A ALOFT SHENANDOAH NEAR THE WOODLANDS BOOK NOW 281/363-4400

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~ Hotel. Address: 19391 David Memorial Dr 77385.

476 SHENANDOAH, TX
A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON NORTH/SHENANDOAH BOOK NOW 936/273-6600

Hotel. Address: 19255 David Memorial Dr 77385. Facility: 124 units. 4 stories, interior
corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: coin laundry,
boarding pass kiosk.
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Hotel. Address: 19333 David Memorial Dr 77385. Facility: 152 units. 6 stories, interior
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 223 David Vetter Blvd 77385.
A HYATT HOUSE THE WOODLANDS SHENANDOAH BOOK NOW 936/266-1600

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 18645 Residence Dr 77385. Facility: 148 units, some
efficiencies. 5 stories, interior corridors. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor.
Activities: hot tub, picnic facilities, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin
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SHERMAN — SNYDER, TX 477
SHERMAN Sidney Sherman, who coined the phrase ‘‘Remember the
• Hotels p. 477 Alamo!’’ during the Battle of San Jacinto. It is nicknamed
‘‘Helldorado on the Cross’’ and ‘‘The Athens of Texas.’’
Laid out in 1846 as the seat of Grayson County, Sherman Chamber of Commerce: 307 W. Washington
Sherman gained early prominence when the Butterfield St., Suite 100, Sherman, TX 75090. Phone: (903)
Stage was routed through town. The town is named for 893-1184.
A COMFORT INN BOOK NOW 903/893-9333

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SINTON
• Hotels p. 477
A AMERICAS BEST VALUE INN BOOK NOW 361/364-2882

----- Motel. Address: 8108 US Hwy 77 78387.
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• Hotels p. 477
A BEST WESTERN SNYDER INN BOOK NOW 325/574-2200

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Hotel. Address: 810 E Coliseum Dr 79549. Facility: 39 units. 2 stories (no elevator),
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SONORA
• Hotels p. 478 } CAVERNS OF SONORA is 8 mi. n.w. off I-10 exit
392 and 7 mi. s. on Cavern Rd. (Ranch Rd. 1989).
A 1.75-mile trail winds through the cave, where the tem-
The town was settled on the western slope of the Ed- perature is a constant 70 degrees F with 98 percent hu-
wards Plateau in 1889 after a water well was drilled on midity. Stalagmites, stalactites and helictites cover the
what is now the Sutton County Courthouse lawn. Sonora walls, ceiling and floor of the cave. These translucent for-
produces wool, mohair, meat goats and natural gas. mations exhibit a wide range of natural colors.
Sonora Chamber of Commerce: 205 SR 277N, Suite B, The guided Crystal Palace Tour lasts 1 hour, 45 minutes
P.O. Box 1172, Sonora, TX 76950. Phone: (325) and takes visitors through the original entrance, covering
387-2880 or (888) 387-2880. the 1.75-mile interior and all of the cave’s major features,
Self-guiding tours: The Sonora Walking Tour features 15 including Horseshoe Lake, the Corinthian Room and the
points of interest and historical information including the Crystal Palace Room.
place where outlaw Will Carver was shot. Self-guiding Tours involve climbing stairs. Comfortable walking
walking tour brochures are available from the chamber of shoes are recommended. Backpacks, purses and camera
commerce or from Friends of Historic Sonora at 105 N. bags are not permitted. Phone: (325) 387-3105 or (325)
Concho St., phone (325) 387-2248 or (888) 387-2880. 387-6507. f J q
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SOUTHLAKE
• Hotels p. 478
A CAMBRIA HOTEL & SUITES SOUTHLAKE DFW NORTH BOOK NOW 817/329-1010
----- Hotel. Address: 2104 E State Hwy 114 76092.
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Hotel. Address: 251 E State Hwy 114 76092. Facility: Located in a quiet
area, this hotel opened in 2021 with a buzzing lobby bar scene and
streamlined guest rooms. Guests will enjoy smart TVs, good work space and
bright bathrooms. 240 units. 6 stories, interior corridors. Bath: shower only.
Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet
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A HILTON DALLAS/SOUTHLAKE TOWN SQUARE BOOK NOW 817/442-9900
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Hotel. Address: 1400 Plaza Pl 76092. Facility: The location of this hotel is
a shoppers delight, with a multitude of retail outlets at its door. A movie
theatre, sits steps away. Rooms feature oversize TVs, inviting bedding and
bright bathrooms. 248 units. 5 stories, interior corridors. Bath: shower only. Parking:
on-site and valet. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: hot tub, trails,
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Hotel. Address: 1200 E State Hwy 114 76092. Facility: Modern style is
synonymous with this brand. Rooms are spacious and provide a 55’’ TV, Heavenly bed,
and comfortable place to sit. The town square is within sight and offers restaurants and a
theater. 261 units. 6 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site (fee). Amenities: safes.
Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: trails, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin
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SOUTH PADRE ISLAND South Padre Island Visitors Center: 610 Padre Blvd.,
• Hotels p. 480 South Padre Island, TX 78597. Phone: (956) 761-6433 or
(800) 767-2373.
The southernmost 5 miles of Padre Island, the resort
town of South Padre Island, are connected by a causeway SCHLITTERBAHN BEACH WATERPARK is .5 mi. s. of
to Port Isabel on the mainland. The area is a haven for art- Queen Isabella Cswy. at 33261 State Park Rd. 100. This
ists, photographers and ecologists. Gulls, herons and rare indoor and outdoor water park features a Brazilian beach
brown pelicans are found among the island’s tropical fo- and tree-house theme. A half-mile river system carries
liage, waterways, dunes and long white beaches. visitors to rides throughout the park, including four uphill
water coasters, a 245-foot tube chute, two five-story tube
There is a seemingly limitless supply of seashells, and
slides, twin tidal wave rivers, multiple kids’ areas and one
rumors allude to buried treasure beneath the sand—pirate
of the world’s largest bodyboarding rides. The five-story
plunder and debris from 5 centuries of shipwrecks.
Sandcastle features water slides and computerized water
Laguna Madre, the bay that separates the island from features.
the mainland, has excellent fishing all year. Charter boats
Glass containers and alcohol are prohibited. Time:
leave daily in search of red snapper, king mackerel,
Allow 3 hours minimum. Phone: (956) 772-7873 or (855)
marlin, tarpon and sailfish in the Gulf. There also is fishing
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from the lighted 5,000-foot Sea Ranch Fishing Pier.
South Padre Island offers swimming, diving, wind- SOUTH PADRE ISLAND BIRDING AND NATURE
surfing, sailing, parasailing and horseback riding. Boat CENTER is at 6801 Padre Blvd. Boardwalks and nature
ramps, slips and marinas accommodate all sizes of craft. trails winding through intertidal flats, salt marshes, dune
480 SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX
meadows and wooded areas; a five-story observation THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS-PAN AMERICAN
tower; and five blinds afford views of waterfowl and such COASTAL STUDIES LABORATORY is at the southern
migratory birds as peregrine falcons, thrushes and war- tip of the island in Isla Blanca Park at 100 Marine Lab Dr.
blers. Visitors also can participate in bird walks and edu- This marine-biology research and education center offers
cational programs and enjoy the center’s movies, self-guiding afternoon tours. Displays identify local flora
hands-on exhibits and butterfly garden. and fauna; an aquarium holds colorful vertebrate and in-
Phone: (956) 761-6801. vertebrate species. Phone: (956) 761-2644.
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SOUTH PADRE ISLAND — SPRING, TX 481
A ISLA GRAND BEACH RESORT BOOK NOW 956/761-6511

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A LA COPA INN BEACH HOTEL BOOK NOW 956/761-6000

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A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES SOUTH PADRE BEACH BOOK NOW 956/772-7000
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A PEARL SOUTH PADRE HOTEL BOOK NOW 956/761-6551

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A PENINSULA ISLAND RESORT & SPA BOOK NOW 956/761-2514

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SPRING Old Town Spring is a collection of Victorian cottages that

• Hotels p. 482 now house antique stores, art galleries, specialty shops
• Part of Houston area— see map p. 254 and restaurants.
Orcoquiza Indians were the first inhabitants of the re- SIX FLAGS HURRICANE HARBOR SPLASH-
gion along Spring Creek, which was settled by a number
of Stephen F. Austin’s colonists in the 1820s. German
~ TOWN is off I-45 Louetta Rd. exit. This wooded 80-
acre park features slides, chutes, pools and lagoons.
farmers arrived in the mid-19th century, followed by immi- Highlights include Wahoo Wave; Big Kahuna, a raft ride;
grants from Louisiana and other southern states. Spring FlowRider, an innovative surfing experience; and Coconut
experienced a decline after the International-Great Bay, an interactive children’s play area.
Northern Railroad moved its switchyard to Houston in
1923, but with the metropolitan area’s northward expan- Rental cabanas are available. Time: Allow 4 hours
sion, Spring has become a thriving suburb. minimum. Phone: (281) 355-3300. J q

482 SPRING, TX
A BEST WESTERN PLUS SPRING INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 281/466-2362
Hotel. Address: 353 E Louetta Rd 77373. Facility: 69 efficiencies. 3
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A COMFORT SUITES SPRING TEXAS BOOK NOW 281/288-5515

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~ Hotel. Address: 22742 Holzwarth Rd 77389.
A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT NORTH SPRING BOOK NOW 281/719-8460
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~ Hotel. Address: 24485 I-45 77380.
A HAMPTON INN & SUITES BY HILTON NORTH

HOUSTON/SPRING BOOK NOW 281/528-7400
Hotel. Address: 23523 Northgate Crossing Blvd 77373. Facility: 127 units.
6 stories, interior corridors. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: hot tub,
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SPRING, TX 483
A HILTON GARDEN INN NORTH HOUSTON/SPRING BOOK NOW 281/528-2900

Hotel. Address: 23535 Northgate Crossing Blvd 77373. Facility: 151 units. 6 stories,
interior corridors. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest
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A HOUSTON CITYPLACE MARRIOTT AT SPRINGWOODS

VILLAGE BOOK NOW 281/350-4000
Hotel. Address: 1200 Lake Plaza Dr 77389. Facility: This attractively
designed property has upscale lobby décor and many upscale in-room
appointments. All bathrooms have a rain shower head fixture and some
come with an additional handheld shower wand. 337 units. 10 stories, interior corridors.
Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities:
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A RESIDENCE INN HOUSTON SPRINGWOODS VILLAGE BOOK NOW 281/353-2237
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484 SPRING BRANCH — STAFFORD, TX
SPRING BRANCH
• Hotels p. 484

Hotel. Address: 499 Singing Oaks 78070. Facility: 84 units. 4 stories,
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STAFFORD taxes.’’ It’s also home to the Stafford Centre (10505 Cash
• Hotels p. 484 Rd.), which holds performing arts events ranging from
• Part of Houston area— see map p. 254 ballet and opera to musicals and country and rock acts;
phone (281) 208-6900. The city operates several parks,
A bedroom community of Houston that’s only 21 miles where you’ll find a lake, jogging trails, playgrounds, picnic
southwest, Stafford bills itself as ‘‘the city with no property areas and soccer and baseball fields.
A HAMPTON INN BY HILTON STAFFORD BOOK NOW 281/565-0559

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~ Hotel. Address: 4714 Techniplex Dr 77477.
A HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON HOUSTON STAFFORD SUGAR

LAND BOOK NOW 281/265-2760
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Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 4520 Techniplex Dr 77477. Facility: 78
units, some efficiencies. 4 stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: picnic
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STAFFORD — STONEWALL, TX 485
A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON SUGAR

LAND/STAFFORD BOOK NOW 281/277-0770
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~ Extended Stay Contemporary Hotel. Address: 12703 Southwest Frwy 77477.
A STAYBRIDGE SUITES STAFFORD BOOK NOW 281/302-6535
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STONEWALL Johnson’s life and Texas Hill Country history. The 717.9-
• Hotels p. 485 acre site includes the Sauer-Beckmann Living History
Farm, restored dog-run cabins, nature trails and picnic fa-
Established in 1860, Stonewall was named for Gen. cilities. Some of the Official State of Texas Longhorn Herd
Stonewall Jackson and is known for its Gillespie County reside here as well as bison, white-tailed deer and wild
peaches. Lyndon B. Johnson, 36th president, was born turkeys. See Recreation Areas Chart.. Phone: (830)
near here Aug. 27, 1908. 644-2252 or (800) 792-1112. G M q
LYNDON B. JOHNSON STATE PARK AND HISTORIC
SITE is 2 mi. e. on US 290 at 199 Park Rd. 52. At the
state park visitor center complex, memorabilia chronicle
A ROSE HILL RETREAT BOOK NOW 830/998-4210

Country Inn. Address: 2614 Upper Albert Rd 78671. Facility: Spacious and elegant
rooms feature antique décor. The sheets are luxurious to the touch and very comfortable.
Room types vary and dining onsite is by reservation only. 18 units, some cottages. 1-2
stories (no elevator), interior/exterior corridors. Activities: bicycles. Guest Services:
complimentary laundry.
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486 SUGAR LAND, TX
SUGAR LAND
• Hotels p. 486
A BEST WESTERN SUGARLAND INN BOOK NOW 281/232-0680

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Hotel. Address: 6330 E Riverpark Dr 77479. Facility: 61 units, some kitchens. 3 stories,
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POINTE BOOK NOW 281/494-0555
Hotel. Address: 16740 Creek Bend Dr 77478. Facility: 135 units. 5 stories, interior
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SUGAR LAND, TX 487
A DRURY INN & SUITES-HOUSTON/SUGAR LAND BOOK NOW 281/277-9700

----- Hotel. Address: 13770 Southwest Frwy 77478.
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A HILTON GARDEN INN HOUSTON SUGAR LAND BOOK NOW 281/491-7777

Hotel. Address: 722 Bonaventure Way 77478. Facility: 202 units. 6 stories, interior
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A HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON ROSENBERG SUGAR LAND AREA BOOK NOW 346/843-2888
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 5350 Pointe West Cir 77479.
A HOUSTON MARRIOTT SUGAR LAND BOOK NOW 281/275-8400
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~ Hotel. Address: 16090 City Walk 77479.
A HYATT PLACE HOUSTON/SUGAR LAND BOOK NOW 281/491-0300
membership!
Hotel. Address: 16730 Creek Bend Dr 77478. Facility: 214 units. 9 stories, interior
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488 SULPHUR SPRINGS — SWEETWATER, TX
SULPHUR SPRINGS springs; a source under the town square once heated a
• Hotels p. 488 swimming pool.
With nearly 500 dairies, the Sulphur Springs/Hopkins Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce: 300 Connally
County area is one of the leading dairy producers in St., P.O. Box 347, Sulphur Springs, TX 75483. Phone:
Texas. The town is named for its abundant underground (903) 885-6515.
A BEST WESTERN TRAIL DUST INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 903/885-7515
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Motel. Address: 1521 Shannon Rd E 75482. Facility: 69 units. 2 stories (no elevator),
exterior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet and
coin laundry.
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A CLARION POINTE BOOK NOW 903/885-6851

----- Hotel. Address: 411 E Industrial Dr 75482.
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~ Hotel. Address: 1202 Mockingbird Ln 75482.
SWEETWATER (see National WASP World War II Museum attraction
• Hotels p. 489 listing). Now Avenger Field is the municipal airport.
Sweetwater Chamber of Commerce: 810 E. Broadway
Many streams around Sweetwater are tainted by St., P.O. Box 1148, Sweetwater, TX 79556. Phone: (325)
gypsum deposits, which are good for the local wallboard 235-5488 or (800) 658-6757.
industry but not for drinking. Sweetwater Creek offered NATIONAL WASP WORLD WAR II MUSEUM is at 210
early settlers the only potable water in the area. Loop 170 on Avenger Field, the original WASP (Women
During World War II an experiment in military aviation Airforce Service Pilots) training base. Highlights include
took place outside Sweetwater at Avenger Field. More photographs, a duty-station map, uniforms, a re-created
than 1,000 women were trained 1943-44 as military pilots sleeping bay and a model of the gate that guarded Avenger
in a program almost identical to that given their male Field. Also on display is a statue of Walt Disney’s female
counterparts. As part of the Women Airforce Service Pilots gremlin Fifinella, who became the WASP mascot. Time:
(WASP), they flew every aircraft the Army Air Force had Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (325) 235-0099. f

SWEETWATER — TAYLOR, TX 489
A BEST WESTERN PLUS SWEETWATER INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 325/236-6512
Hotel. Address: 300 NW Georgia Ave 79556. Facility: 57 units. 3
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• Hotels p. 489
A BEST WESTERN TAYLOR INN BOOK NOW 512/352-5292

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Hotel. Address: 2600 W 2nd St 76574. Facility: 40 units. 2 stories (no elevator), exterior
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490 TEMPLE — TERRELL, TX
TEMPLE centration of hospitals and the proximity of one of the
• Hotels p. 490 country’s largest military bases, Fort Hood.
Temple began as a rail and retail center serving the Temple Visitor Center: 315 W. Ave. B, Temple, TX
cattle trade. Currently, the city is best known for its con- 76501. Phone: (254) 298-5900 or (800) 479-0338.
A BEST WESTERN TEMPLE INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 254/742-1122

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Hotel. Address: 602 N General Bruce Dr 76504. Facility: 60 units. 2 stories, interior
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A HILTON GARDEN INN TEMPLE MEDICAL CENTER BOOK NOW 254/773-0200

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~ Hotel. Address: 1749 Scott Blvd 76504.
A HOLIDAY INN TEMPLE-BELTON BOOK NOW 254/778-5511
----- Hotel. Address: 5247 S General Bruce Dr 76502.
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A HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON TEMPLE BOOK NOW 254/295-0051

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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 2106 S 31st St 76504.
TERRELL
• Hotels p. 490
A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT TERRELL BOOK NOW 972/551-3200

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~ Hotel. Address: 351 Market Center Dr 75160.
TERRELL — TEXARKANA, TX 491
A LAQUINTA INN & SUITES TERRELL BOOK NOW 469/837-8400

----- Hotel. Address: 152 Crossroads Pkwy 75160.
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TEXARKANA Arkansas boundary, and the place where the two lines
• Hotels p. 491 met became a town—Texarkana.
The state line runs through the middle of the Texarkana
The Arkansas-Texas state line runs approximately Post Office and Courthouse, said to be the only federal
through the center of the dual municipality of Texarkana, building situated in two states. Built in 1932 of pink granite
which has a combined population of about 66,000. from Texas and limestone from Arkansas, the post office
For hundreds of years before European settlement in has two separate zip codes. Residents on both sides of
the area, the Great Southwest Trail, the major route be- the border enjoy the Perot Theatre, 221 Main St., a re-
tween the Native American villages of the Mississippi stored 1924 facility that presents a variety of Broadway
Valley and the West and Southwest, crossed the area shows; phone (903) 792-4992.
around what is now Texarkana. The Grand Caddoes, hos- Texarkana Chamber of Commerce: 819 N. State Line
pitable to explorers and settlers, farmed in the vicinity and Ave., Texarkana, TX 75501. Phone: (903) 792-7191 or
maintained six villages along the banks of the Red River. (877) 275-5289.
Shortly after 1840 a permanent settlement was estab- ACE OF CLUBS HOUSE MUSEUM is at 420 Pine St.
lished at Lost Prairie, 15 miles east of Texarkana. A number This 22-sided house was built in 1885 reputedly from the
of mounds and other traces of former Native American civi- winnings of a poker game. The Italianate Victorian-style
lizations remain within a 30-mile radius of the town. building has three octagonal wings and one rectangular
During the 1850s the Cairo and Fulton Railroad served wing and features original furniture. A 15-minute video
portions of Arkansas and by 1874 had crossed the Red presentation is followed by a 1-hour guided tour. High
River into Texas, establishing direct rail service to St. heels and photography are not permitted. Time: Allow 1
Louis. The Texas and Pacific Railroad had laid track to the hour, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (903) 793-4831. f

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~ Hotel. Address: 5001 N Cowhorn Creek Loop 75503.
Hotel. Address: 4601 Cowhorn Creek Rd 75503. Facility: 81 units. 4
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492 TEXARKANA, TX — NEARBY ARKANSAS • TEXARKANA, AR

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~ Hotel. Address: 2910 S Cowhorn Creek Loop 75503.
A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES CENTRAL MALL AREA BOOK NOW 903/223-0008
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A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT TEXARKANA BOOK NOW 430/200-0742

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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 3900 St Michael Dr 75503.
Nearby Arkansas
TEXARKANA
• Hotels p. 492
A BEST WESTERN PLUS TEXARKANA INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 870/774-1534
Hotel. Address: 5219 Crossroads Pkwy 71854. Facility: 76 units. 3
and coin laundry.
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~ Hotel. Address: 5302 Crossroads Pkwy 71854.

NEARBY ARKANSAS • TEXARKANA, AR — THE COLONY, TX 493
A HOLIDAY INN TEXARKANA BOOK NOW 870/216-2000

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TEXAS CITY
• Hotels p. 493
A BEST WESTERN TEXAS CITY BOOK NOW 409/945-5300

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Hotel. Address: 320 Hwy 146 North 77590. Facility: 65 units. 3 stories, interior corridors.
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~ Hotel. Address: 13202 Outlet Blvd 77591.
THE COLONY river, speed and tube slides and Whirlwind 360, featuring
• Hotels p. 494 two launching capsules.
• Part of Dallas area— see map p. 152 Height restrictions apply on some rides. Lounge chairs are
available on a first-come, first-served basis. Cabanas and
HAWAIIAN FALLS - THE COLONY is at 4400 Paige Rd. lockers can be rented. Guests may bring their own food but
Highlights of this Hawaiian-themed water park include the must pay a $10 cooler fee. Time: Allow 4 hours minimum.
kid-friendly Breaker Bay wave pool, the Kona Kooler lazy Phone: (972) 370-4327 or (888) 544-7550. J q

494 THE COLONY, TX
A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT DALLAS/PLANO/THE COLONY BOOK NOW 214/469-2525

Hotel. Address: 5917 Stone Creek Dr 75056. Facility: 128 units. 5 stories, interior
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~ Hotel. Address: 3650 Plano Pkwy 75056.
A HOLIDAY INN PLANO-THE COLONY BOOK NOW 469/384-8165
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A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM DALLAS PLANO THE

COLONY BOOK NOW 469/294-0323
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A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT DALLAS PLANO/THE COLONY BOOK NOW 214/469-1155

Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 6600 Cascades Ct 75056. Facility: 102 units, some
efficiencies and kitchens. 4 stories, interior corridors. Pool: outdoor. Activities: hot tub,
picnic facilities, exercise room. Guest Services: coin laundry.
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THE COLONY — THE WOODLANDS, TX 495
A TRU BY HILTON BOOK NOW 972/737-2244

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~ Hotel. Address: 5252 Memorial Dr 75056.
THE WOODLANDS Shoppers, take your pick of Market Street (9595 Six
• Hotels p. 495 Pines Dr.), an outdoor mall whose shops include Kate
• Part of Houston area— see map p. 254 Spade, Trina Turk and Z Gallerie as well as fine restau-
rants; or the enclosed Woodlands Mall (1201 Lake Wood-
lands Dr.) with standards including Brookstone, Gap and
The Woodlands is a heavily forested sanctuary just 32 Pottery Barn along with anchors Dillard’s, JCPenney, Ma-
miles north of Houston and its bustling metropolitan life- cy’s and Nordstrom.
style. The town has close to 8,000 acres of dedicated Musical entertainment can be had at the tented outdoor
green space, seven golf courses, 205 miles of trails for Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion (2005 Lake Robbins Dr.)
hikers and bicyclists and about 100 parks. Cool off at the which presents concerts by the Houston Symphony and
Rob Fleming Aquatic Center (6535 Creekside Forest Dr.), rock artists like Elton John and Lana Del Rey; phone
which has a plunge pool, a two-story flume slide for tubing (281) 364-3010. At Northshore Park (2505 Lake Wood-
and a 500-foot lazy river. lands Dr.), free evening concerts are held seasonally.
A BEST WESTERN PLUS THE WOODLANDS BOOK NOW 936/271-2378

Hotel. Address: 17081 I-45 S 77385. Facility: 62 units. 4 stories,
coin laundry.
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A DRURY INN & SUITES-HOUSTON/THE WOODLANDS BOOK NOW 281/362-7222

----- Hotel. Address: 28099 I-45 N 77380.
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A FAIRFIELD BY MARRIOTT THE WOODLANDS BOOK NOW 936/271-0110

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~ Hotel. Address: 16850 I-45 S 77384.

496 THE WOODLANDS, TX
A HILTON GARDEN INN HOUSTON/THE WOODLANDS BOOK NOW 281/364-9300

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~ Hotel. Address: 9301 Six Pines Dr 77380.
A HYATT CENTRIC THE WOODLANDS BOOK NOW 281/203-5005

Boutique Contemporary Hotel. Address: 9595 Six Pines Dr, Suites 1100 Dr 77380.
Facility: Enjoy a comfortable stay in style. Rooms feature picture-perfect elements
including upscale lighting elements and mirrors. The heated pool is a great way to relax
with friends. 72 units. 5 stories, interior corridors. Parking: on-site and valet. Terms:
check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise
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A HYATT PLACE HOUSTON/THE WOODLANDS BOOK NOW 281/298-4600

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Hotel. Address: 1909 Research Forest Dr 77380. Facility: 146 units, some kitchens. 6
stories, interior corridors. Amenities: safes. Pool: outdoor. Activities: exercise room.
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THE WOODLANDS, TX 497
A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT LAKE FRONT CIRCLE BOOK NOW 281/292-3252

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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 1040 Lake Front Cir 77380.
A SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT THE WOODLANDS BOOK NOW 936/271-0051

Hotel. Address: 16520 I-45 S 77384. Facility: 138 units. 4 stories,
coin laundry.
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A THE WESTIN AT THE WOODLANDS BOOK NOW 281/419-4300

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~ Contemporary Hotel. Address: 2 Waterway Square Pl 77380.
A THE WOODLANDS RESORT, CURIO COLLECTION BY HILTON BOOK NOW 281/367-1100

Resort Hotel. Address: 2301 N Millbend Dr 77380. Location:
Waterfront. Facility: This multi-faceted resort offers ample meeting space, a spa and golf
course for adults, and a pool and paddle boats for family fun. Rooms are well appointed
with upscale décor and technology. 402 units. 4-5 stories, interior corridors. Parking:
on-site and valet. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: video games, safes. Dining: 2
----- restaurants. Pool: outdoor, heated outdoor. Activities: sauna, hot tub, steamroom,
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sports, trails, exercise room, spa. Guest Services: valet laundry, area transportation.
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498 THE WOODLANDS — TROPHY CLUB, TX
A THE WOODLANDS WATERWAY MARRIOTT HOTEL & CONVENTION

Contemporary Hotel. Address: 1601 Lake Robbins Dr 77380. Location:
Waterfront. Facility: The modern rooms are inviting and the large nested
desk is easy to move around. After work, take a break in the cozy chair.
Some rooms have balconies where you can relax and get some fresh air. 345 units. 13
stories, interior corridors. Bath: tub only. Parking: on-site (fee) and valet. Terms:
----- check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: hot tub, trails,
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A HAMPTON INN & SUITES BY HILTON TOMBALL BOOK NOW 281/357-1500

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~ Hotel. Address: 14100 Medical Complex Dr 77377.
A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON TOMBALL BOOK NOW 832/955-1750
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 14303 Medical Complex Dr 77377.
TROPHY CLUB
• Hotels p. 498
A ALOFT FORT WORTH NORTH - TROPHY CLUB BOOK NOW 817/491-2000

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~ Hotel. Address: 96 Trophy Club Dr 76262.

TYLER, TX 499
TYLER Tyler Area Convention and Visitors Bureau: 315 N.
• Hotels p. 499 Broadway Ave., Tyler, TX 75702. Phone: (903) 592-1661
or (800) 235-5712.
Incorporated in 1846, Tyler was named for President
John Tyler, who was instrumental in bringing Texas into
the Union. The area is well known for its field-grown rose-
} CALDWELL ZOO is 1 blk. e. of US 69 at 2203 W.
Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Comprising 85 acres,
the zoo provides natural habitats for more than 3,400 ani-
bushes, which are sold internationally. mals from North and South America and Africa, including
lions, rhinoceroses, elephants, giraffes, otters, flamingos,
The Goodman–LeGrand House & Museum, housed in and a collection of ducks from around the world. Other
an 1859 house, displays 19th-century medical parapher- highlights include a native Texas exhibit and two
nalia, antebellum artifacts and period furniture; phone aquariums featuring fish and penguins. A separate facility
(903) 531-1286. houses snakes and spiders. Tropical foliage, ponds and
wooden walkways enhance the setting.
In October, stop and smell the roses at the } Texas Rose Time: Allow 1 hour, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (903)
Festival. Don’t miss the coronation of the Rose Queen! 593-0121. J
A BEST WESTERN PLUS SOUTHPARK INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 903/534-8800
Hotel. Address: 120 W Rieck Rd 75703. Facility: 61 units. 3 stories,
coin laundry.
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A COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT TYLER BOOK NOW 903/509-4411

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~ Hotel. Address: 7424 S Broadway Ave 75703.
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~ Hotel. Address: 1945 W SW Loop 323 75701.
500 TYLER, TX
A FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT TYLER SOUTH BOOK NOW 903/561-3300
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~ Hotel. Address: 309 W Heritage Dr 75703.
A HAMPTON INN & SUITES@THE VILLAGE AT CUMBERLAND
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~ Hotel. Address: 8962 S Broadway Ave 75703.
A HOLIDAY INN SOUTH BROADWAY BOOK NOW 903/561-5800
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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 3104 Golden Rd 75701.
A LA QUINTA INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM-UNIVERSITY AREA BOOK NOW 903/525-9677
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A RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT-TYLER TEXAS BOOK NOW 903/787-5899

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~ Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 350 W Heritage Dr 75703.
A STAYBRIDGE SUITES - TYLER UNIVERSITY AREA BOOK NOW 903/566-1100
----- Extended Stay Hotel. Address: 2759 McDonald Rd 75701.
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UNIVERSITY PARK — UVALDE, TX 501
UNIVERSITY PARK A full-size reproduction of the Oval Office opens out to a
• Part of Dallas area— see map p. 152 rose garden—a lovely, tranquil spot for reflection—that
overlooks a hilly, 15-acre park reminiscent of a Texas
When Southern Methodist University opened in 1915, a prairie. With pathways and seating areas surrounded by
small community sprang up around it to house faculty native trees, wildflowers, grasses and plants, the park is a
members. University Park was incorporated in 1924; the great place to stroll and relax after your museum tour.
university remains its largest employer.
Note: The parking lot is small and requires the use of a
} GEORGE W. BUSH PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY

AND MUSEUM is at 2943 SMU Blvd., on the
Southern Methodist University campus. Housed inside the
credit card. As an alternative, park for free at the DART
Mockingbird Station (5465 Mockingbird Ln.) and take the
Bush Center/Meadows Museum shuttle (Route 743). A
226,565-square-foot, LEED-certified George W. Bush limited number of tickets is available each day; pur-
Presidential Center complex, the museum features arti- chasing tickets in advance online is recommended. Upon
facts and multimedia exhibits pertaining to the 43rd U.S. arrival, visitors must pass through a metal detector.
president’s time in office.
The Decision Points Theater offers an inside look at
some of the difficult decisions Bush was faced with during J
his 8-year term. Using touch screens, visitors gather infor-
mation about Bush-era crisis situations (think Hurricane
Katrina and the 2003 invasion of Iraq) and evaluate the
former president’s response to those events. UVALDE
Condolence letters, a damaged 22-foot-long steel beam • Hotels p. 501
retrieved from the World Trade Center debris, and other
poignant reminders of the 9/11 terrorist attacks are dis- Known as Encina 1855-56 and renamed in honor of
played in the Sept. 11 Remembrance exhibit. Other note- Spanish Army general Juan de Ugalde, Uvalde once was
worthy exhibits focus on topics like the wars in Afghanistan the domain of notorious frontier sheriff and outlaw, J. King
and Iraq, the 2000 presidential election, the No Child Left Fisher. A more respectable resident was John Nance
Behind initiative, the global impact of and fight against Garner, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s first- and
AIDS, first lady and SMU alumna Laura Bush’s travels, and second-term vice president. After serving two terms in of-
the Bush family’s life in the White House. fice, Garner returned to Uvalde, where he died at age 98.
Items in the museum’s collection include photos, docu- Uvalde Convention and Visitors Bureau: 300 E. Main
ments, campaign memorabilia, videos, news clips, rep- St., Uvalde, TX 78801. Phone: (830) 278-4115 or (800)
licas, statues and gifts from admirers and heads of state. 588-2533.
A HAMPTON INN UVALDE BOOK NOW 830/278-1300

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A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS UVALDE BOOK NOW 830/278-7300
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502 VAN HORN — VERNON, TX
VAN HORN
• Hotels p. 502
A ECONO LODGE BOOK NOW 432/283-2211

Hotel. Address: 1601 W Broadway St 79855. Facility: 39 units. 2 stories (no elevator),
exterior corridors.
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~ Hotel. Address: 1921 SW Frontage Rd 79855.
VERNON murals in three main galleries. The Berry Gallery tells the
• Hotels p. 502 history of Wilbarger County. The Bond Big Game Gallery
has 135 large game animals collected from all over the
Originally named Eagle Flats for the birds nesting world. A replica of the sculpture studio of Texas artist
nearby, Vernon is a commercial center for farming, Electra Waggoner Biggs houses one of the largest collec-
ranching and oil. The town is the birthplace of singer and tions of her work. Exhibits contain memorabilia of jazz
songwriter Roy Orbison. trombonist Jack Teagarden and rock musician Roy Or-
RED RIVER VALLEY MUSEUM is at 4600 College Dr. bison, both born in Vernon.
(US 70W). The history of Texas ranching and the Great
Western Cattle Trail is presented through artifacts and Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (940) 553-1848.

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~ Hotel. Address: 4131 Western Trail Dr 76384.
----- Hotel. Address: 700 Hillcrest Dr 76384.
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VICTORIA, TX 503
VICTORIA the new republic was established here after the Battle of
• Hotels p. 503 San Jacinto. The city is now a leading cattle market and
the home of several petrochemical plants.
Victoria, in an area originally settled in 1685 by French
explorer René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle, was or- Victoria Convention and Visitors Bureau: 700 N. Main
ganized by the Spanish and in 1824 named for a Mexican St., Victoria, TX 77901. Phone: (361) 485-3116 or (800)
president, Guadalupe Victoria. The first military capital of 926-5774.
A BEST WESTERN PLUS VICTORIA INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 361/485-2300
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504 VICTORIA, TX
A HILTON GARDEN INN VICTORIA BOOK NOW 361/573-0303

Hotel. Address: 123 Huvar St 77904. Facility: 118 units. 4 stories, interior corridors.
Pool: outdoor, indoor. Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: valet and coin
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VIDOR
• Hotels p. 505
A BEST WESTERN PLUS ORANGE COUNTY BOOK NOW 409/422-4315

Hotel. Address: 165 E Courtland St 77662. Facility: 58 units. 2 stories,
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WACO The Italian Renaissance-style building has 62 stained-

• Hotels p. 506 glass windows. The two-story McLean Foyer of Meditation
hall has a gold leaf dome, a two-ton chandelier and mu-
Waco probably derives its name from the Hueco rals. The library has one of the largest collections of
(WAY-co) Indians. Bisected by the Brazos River, the city books, manuscripts and artifacts relating to the Victorian
has long been at the crossroads of trade and travel in poet Robert Browning and his wife, poetess Elizabeth
central Texas. Cattle drives northward along the Chisholm Barrett Browning. Also featured are paintings by their son
Trail traversed the area. One of the city’s original settlers Pen Browning and manuscripts from the library’s
began ferry service across the Brazos shortly after Waco holdings.
was settled in 1849. Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (254) 710-3566.
The construction of a suspension bridge in 1870 in-
creased business and trade, and Waco joined the ranks of Mayborn Museum Complex, 1300 S. University Parks
the rough-and-tumble cow towns. The railroad came to Dr. on the Baylor University campus, includes a natural
Waco the following year, thereby securing the town’s com- history museum with walk-in dioramas and exploration
mercial progress. Modern Waco is the largest marketing stations, 17 themed discovery rooms, and a 13-acre his-
center between Dallas and Austin; its economy focuses toric village that represents life in Texas from the 1880s to
on diversified industry, agriculture and education. 1910. The complex also has rotating temporary exhibits
and a 185-seat theater. Phone: (254) 710-1110.
Waco Tourist Information Center: 106 Texas Ranger
Tr., Waco, TX 76706. Phone: (254) 750-8696 or (800) DR PEPPER MUSEUM is at 300 S. Fifth St. A historical
922-6386. perspective of Dr Pepper and its creator Charles Alderton
is explained through historic memorabilia and displays. A
BAYLOR UNIVERSITY is at 1311 S. Fifth St. Established soda fountain serves freshly mixed drinks. The third level
in 1845, this is the oldest university in the state and the of the building houses the Free Enterprise Institute, which
largest Baptist university in the world. Phone: (800) honors leaders in the world of soft drinks. The Emerson
229-5678. Holt-Ted Getterman Gallery features exhibits on the 7UP
Armstrong Browning Library of Baylor University is at bottling process, the science behind soft drinks, Big Red’s
Eighth and Speight sts. on the Baylor University campus. history and restored beverage wagons and trucks.
506 WACO, TX
Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (254) 757-1025. Park. The Rangers date from 1823, when Stephen F.
HOMESTEAD HERITAGE TRADITIONAL CRAFTS VIL- Austin selected the original ten men. The complex com-
LAGE is at 608 Dry Creek Rd. A working farm and craft prises the Hall of Fame, which pays tribute to 31 Texas
village includes a blacksmith forge, gristmill, fiber craft Rangers; and a museum, which contains such artifacts as
shop, woodworking shop, general store, grocery store, badges and firearms.
cheese shop and pottery shop; most shops offer demon- A 45-minute film of the history of the Texas Rangers is
strations. Classes are held in gardening, homesteading, presented every 90 minutes. Phone: (254) 750-8631.
animal husbandry, canning, soap making, breadmaking,
cheese making, pottery, blacksmithing and hand-tool TEXAS SPORTS HALL OF FAME is .2 mi. e. of I-35 exit
woodworking. 335B at 1108 S. University Parks Dr. Notable Texas ath-
Guided and self-guiding tours are available. Time: Allow letes, coaches and teams are lauded in exhibits that are
1 hour, 30 minutes minimum. Phone: (254) 754-9600. grouped by sport—with emphasis on baseball, tennis,
fJ football and basketball—and span from high school to the
professional leagues. Films of sports highlights are shown
TEXAS RANGER HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM is off in the Tom Landry Theater. Phone: (254) 756-1633 or
I-35 exit 335B at 100 Texas Ranger Tr. at Fort Fisher (800) 567-9561.
A ALOFT WACO BAYLOR BOOK NOW 254/870-4644

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A BEST WESTERN PLUS WACO NORTH BOOK NOW 254/799-1766

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WACO, TX 507

Hotel. Address: 101 Washington Ave 76701. Facility: 153 units. 3 stories, interior
corridors. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Pool: heated outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest
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A HILTON-WACO BOOK NOW 254/754-8484

Hotel. Address: 113 S University Parks Dr 76701. Facility: 195 units. 11
stories, interior corridors. Terms: check-in 4 pm. Amenities: safes. Pool:
heated outdoor. Activities: exercise room. Guest Services: valet laundry.
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508 WACO, TX
A HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON WACO BOOK NOW 254/752-4400

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A HYATT PLACE WACO SOUTH BOOK NOW 254/313-0800

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Hotel. Address: 5400 Bagby Ave 76711. Facility: 96 units. 5 stories, interior corridors.
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----- Hotel. Address: 2410 S New Rd 76711.
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WACO — WASHINGTON, TX 509
A TOWNEPLACE SUITES WACO NORTHEAST BOOK NOW 254/633-4888

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A TRU BY HILTON WACO SOUTH BOOK NOW 254/294-4888
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WALLER
• Hotels p. 509
A BEST WESTERN PLUS WALLER HOTEL BOOK NOW 936/372-7570

Hotel. Address: 19720 Stokes Rd 77484. Facility: 59 units, some
efficiencies. 3 stories, interior corridors. Parking: no self-parking. Pool: outdoor.
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WASHINGTON Barrington Living History Farm is at 23100 Barrington

Ln. within Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site.
Also known as Washington-on-the-Brazos or Old Wash- This living-history farm depicts Washington County life in
ington, Washington was established in 1834. The town the 1850s and features costumed interpreters carrying out
was the site of the signing of the Texas Declaration of everyday farm chores. The antebellum house of Dr.
Independence. Anson Jones, the last president of the Republic of Texas,
has been restored on the grounds. A kitchen, a barn,
WASHINGTON-ON-THE-BRAZOS STATE HISTORIC slave quarters and other outbuildings from the Jones
SITE is on FM 1155 just 1 mi. s. of jct. SR 105. The 293- cotton plantation have been reconstructed.
acre park on the site of the first capitol of the Republic of Time: Allow 1 hour minimum. Phone: (936) 878-2214.
Texas includes a living history farm, a museum and
Independence Hall, a replica of the building where the Star of the Republic Museum is off FM 1155 at 23200
Texas Declaration of Independence was signed. Also on Park Rd. 12 within Washington-on-the-Brazos State His-
the grounds are an amphitheater, walking trails and a toric Site. The story of Texas’ struggle for independence
picnic area. from Mexico is told in exhibits that include army uniforms
and weaponry as well as artifacts from the Republic of
Pets on leash allowed in designated areas only. Phone: Texas. A Lone Star flag, thought to be the oldest in exis-
(936) 878-2214. f M q tence, is displayed. A 20-minute film describes the founding
510 WASHINGTON — WAXAHACHIE, TX
of the republic. The Pioneer Playroom is a multisensory jaded architectural palate. Twenty percent of the Texas
area that offers hands-on displays exploring Texas history. buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Time: Allow 2 hours minimum. Phone: (936) 878-2461. are in Waxahachie. The 1895 Ellis County Courthouse,
one of the most photographed structures in the state, is a
red sandstone and granite edifice decorated with ornate
capitals, carved by expert Italian artisans.
WAXAHACHIE
• Hotels p. 510
Only 30 minutes from high-tech Dallas, Waxahachie is Waxahachie Convention and Visitors Bureau: 102
nearly a century distant, for it is a town where the ginger- YMCA Dr., Waxahachie, TX 75165. Phone: (972)
bread of Victorian-era buildings sates even the most 937-2390, or (972) 938-9617 in the Metroplex area.
A BEST WESTERN PLUS WAXAHACHIE INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 972/938-1600
Hotel. Address: 1701 US Hwy 77 N 75165. Facility: 56 units. 3 stories,
coin laundry.
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Hotel. Address: 2020 Civic Center Ln 75165. Facility: 78 units. 4
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WEATHERFORD — WEBSTER, TX 511
WEATHERFORD
• Hotels p. 511
A BEST WESTERN PLUS CUTTING HORSE INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 817/599-3300
Hotel. Address: 210 Alford Dr 76086. Facility: 56 units. 3 stories,
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• Hotels p. 511 morial Park (2301 W. NASA Blvd.) for nature hikes,
• Part of Houston area— see map p. 254 fishing, canoeing, bird-watching, a boardwalk, picnic
tables, playgrounds and a memorial to the astronauts of
Close to both downtown Houston’s skyscrapers and the Challenger space shuttle.
Galveston’s beaches (24 miles south and 29 miles north, All sorts of indoor family recreation can be had at Main
respectively), Webster is just 4 miles from Space Center Event Entertainment (1125 Magnolia Ave.). Bowling is the
Houston (see Houston p. 265) and Johnson Space Center. main attraction, but there also are billiards, karaoke, laser
The town also is close to Clear Lake, Trinity Bay and tag, miniature golf and video games, as well as an eatery
Galveston Bay, where a wide variety of watersports await. with an expansive menu; phone (281) 332-4500.
A HAMPTON INN & SUITES HOUSTON CLEAR LAKE/NASA BOOK NOW 281/332-7952
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512 WEBSTER — WESLACO, TX
A HOLIDAY INN & SUITES WEBSTER/NASA BOOK NOW 281/335-6272

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----- Hotel. Address: 900 Rogers Ct 77598.
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NASA/WEBSTER BOOK NOW 281/332-2999
Hotel. Address: 1101 Magnolia St 77598. Facility: 121 units. 6
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WESLACO and woodlands that invite shorebirds, coastal species, en-
• Hotels p. 513 dangered species and migrating waterfowl. Amenities in-
clude boardwalks, a pavilion, 5 miles of nature trails and a
ESTERO LLANO GRANDE STATE PARK is 2.4 mi. s. on visitor center. Guided walking tours are offered. Time:
FM 1015 (International Blvd.). This 230-acre refuge within Allow 2 hours minimum. Phone: (956) 565-3919. f J
the World Birding Center network is comprised of lakes

WESLACO — WICHITA FALLS, TX 513
A BEST WESTERN TOWN CENTER INN BOOK NOW 956/968-6700

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Hotel. Address: 1005 Fairfield Blvd 78596. Location: Located in a modern shopping
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A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES N WACO AREA - WEST BOOK NOW 254/826-0900
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WHARTON The city restored a piece of its past when it re-established

the falls; in 1987 a 54-foot-high, terraced cascade was
Rice, corn, cotton and grain make Wharton a major ag- built downstream from the original waterfall.
ricultural producer. Established along the banks of the The oil boom in the early part of the 20th century
Colorado River, the town is the birthplace of playwright changed the small community’s fortunes dramatically. By
Horton Foote and journalist Dan Rather. 1920 a local business almanac listed 500 oil companies,
and living space was so scarce that cots were rented on
a sleeping-time rate. Modern Wichita Falls is a diversified
industrial center based on its agricultural and petroleum
WICHITA FALLS past.
• Hotels p. 514 For lovers of the outdoors, nearby Lake Arrowhead
It is hard to believe that the waterfall that gave Wichita State Park, with its distinctive oil derricks, offers a variety
Falls its name could exist in this flat country. Although no of recreational opportunities (see Recreation Areas
Niagara, the 5-foot cascade was such a rare sight that Chart); phone (940) 528-2211.
early settlers and surveyors felt it no exaggeration to Wichita Falls’ residents are ardent supporters of the
christen it ‘‘Wichita Falls.’’ Four years after the railroad arts. The city boasts a symphony orchestra, a ballet and
brought the town’s first settlers in 1882, the falls were theater companies.
washed away by a flood. Wichita Falls Convention and Visitors Bureau: 1000
The loss of the falls did not affect the new community, 5th St., Wichita Falls, TX 76301. Phone: (940) 716-5500
which grew into a marketplace for north Texas agriculture. or (800) 799-6732.

514 WICHITA FALLS, TX
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Hotel. Address: 4510 Kell Blvd 76309. Facility: 65 units. 3 stories, interior corridors.
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Hotel. Address: 4540 Maplewood Ave 76308. Facility: 76 units. 3
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Hotel. Address: 1317 Kenley Ave 76306. Facility: 118 units. 4 stories, interior corridors.
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WINDCREST
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516 WOODVILLE — ZAPATA, TX
WOODVILLE Tyler County Chamber of Commerce: 717 W. Bluff,
Woodville, TX 75979. Phone: (409) 283-2632.
Named for George T. Wood, the second governor of
Texas, Woodville is a major commercial center for lum-
bering and forest products.
WOODWAY
• Hotels p. 516
A BEST WESTERN PLUS WOODWAY SOUTH INN & SUITES BOOK NOW 254/772-2227
Hotel. Address: 6808 Woodway Dr 76712. Facility: 72 units, some
efficiencies. 3 stories, interior corridors. Amenities: Some: safes. Pool: heated indoor.
Activities: hot tub, exercise room. Guest Services: coin laundry.
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ZAPATA
• Hotels p. 516
A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES ZAPATA BOOK NOW 956/765-1333

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ICON LEGEND
~ AAA Discounts & Rewards® member discount d Wireless Internet service

(Call property for fees.)
N Eco-certified by government or private
organization. e No wireless Internet service
Y Electric vehicle charging station on premises. m Pay movies
n Smoke-free premises f Refrigerator

M Microwave
In select cities only:
W Coffeemaker
, Indicates the property has not been inspected,
a No air conditioning
but is included as an ‘‘information only’’ service.
/ No TV
SERVICES u No telephones
t Airport transportation
SAFETY FEATURES
M Pet friendly (Call for restrictions/fees.)
g No sprinklers
J Restaurant on premises
h No smoke detectors
K Restaurant off premises
DINING
V Room service for 2 or more meals
U Full bar K Designated smoking section
F Child care P Breakfast
O Business center
Q Lunch
R Dinner
H Accessible features (Call property for
available services and amenities.) T Open 24 hours
S Open after 11 p.m.
AMENITIES
ATTRACTIONS
E Full-service casino
f Guided Tours available
" Pool
L Camping facilities
e Health club or exercise room on premises
G Recreational activities
a High-speed Internet service
q Picnicking allowed
b High-speed Internet service
} Designates an attraction of exceptional
(Call property for fees.)
interest and quality. AAA GEM — a Great
W Wireless Internet service Experience for Members®.
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or other U.S. official ID (not including a state-issued
FOR U.S. AND CANADIAN RESIDENTS driver’s license), is required to enter Mexico by
TRAVELING TO MEXICO land or sea. U.S. citizens returning to the United
AAA recommends that travelers consult U.S. State States from Mexico by land or sea are required to
Department travel advisories when planning travel present proper travel documents according to the
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between the United States and Mexico by air are Children: Minors under age 18 traveling alone or
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are required to present a notarized letter of consent
from at least one absent parent giving permission
to travel only if the minor is departing (not entering)
Mexico, is traveling by air or sea or is using
Mexican documents to travel. However, because
airline or Mexican immigration officials may request
a notarized letter of consent under other
circumstances as well, the U.S. Embassy in Mexico
City recommends that any minor traveling without
both parents carry a notarized consent letter at all
times. For more information contact the embassy, a
Mexican consulate office or the Mexican National
Immigration Institute (INM).
Automobile insurance: Full coverage from a
reliable Mexican insurance company is required,
including property damage and public liability. AAA
offices in border states, Nevada and Utah can
provide Mexican automobile insurance to members.
U.S. or Canadian automobile insurance is not valid
in Mexico.
Tourist permits: When traveling to Mexico as a
tourist you must obtain an FMM tourist permit. A
valid passport or passport card is required in order
to obtain a permit.
Permits are issued online and at Mexican
immigration offices at official points of entry. You
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BORDER INFORMATION 519
the border zone—the area within 20 to 30 • Permits must be turned in to Mexican immigration
kilometers (12 to 19 miles) of the U.S. border, officials at the border when you depart the country by
depending on the Mexican state—for more than 72 land, except in Baja California (following the permit
hours, or if you travel beyond the border zone. expiration date it can be shredded or discarded). If
Note: In the state of Baja California the border departing by air, the permit must be turned in to
immigration officials at the airport.
‘‘free zone’’ is no longer valid and every visitor
• If you wish to remain in Mexico beyond the permit
must have a tourist permit regardless of the length validity period an extension must be requested from
of his or her stay. immigration authorities prior to the expiration date.
The permit costs 500 pesos (approximately $23.80 • Violation of the laws governing tourist permits may result
in subsequently being refused entry into Mexico and/or
U.S.), which must be paid at a Mexican bank (see
incurring a substantial fine.
the list of banks on the back of the permit form) or
at a bank window at the border. You are required to Vehicle travel beyond the border zone requires a
show the ‘‘Fee Paid’’ stamp on your tourist permit government-issued temporary vehicle importation
when leaving Mexico. permit and a promise to return vehicle form. These
two documents are not required in Baja California
If traveling by air, the permit is distributed on the unless the vehicle is put on a ferry bound for the
flight and the fee is included in the airline ticket mainland. They also are not required for travel to
price. If arriving by cruise ship, the fee is collected the following destinations in the state of Sonora:
when disembarking or is included in the cruise fare Rocky Point (Puerto Peñasco), Guaymas, San
if the stay is longer than 72 hours. Carlos, Bahía Kino and other locations west of
Tourist permit exemptions: Mex. 15, as well as cities along Mex. 15
• Visitors traveling by sea, staying less than 72 hours and (Magdalena, Santa Ana, Hermosillo).
remaining in the seaport.
An Only Sonora permit is acceptable if driving is
• Visitors traveling by land to destinations within the
border zone (except Baja California) and staying less confined within the state east of Mex. 15 as well as
than 72 hours. south of Empalme (about 350 miles south of the
• Visitors traveling by land beyond the border zone, U.S. border). The permit can be obtained at
staying less than 72 hours and limiting their visit to the Banjercito offices in Agua Prieta (opposite Douglas,
following destinations/tourist corridors: Sonoyta to Puerto Ariz.), Cananea (on Mex. 2 southwest of Agua
Peñasco, Sonora; Ciudad Juárez to Paquime, Prieta) and Empalme (on Mex. 15 at Km marker
Chihuahua; Piedras Negras to Santa Rosa, Coahuila; 98, just south of the Guaymas bypass).
and Reynosa to Presa Cuchillo, Nuevo León.
• Business travelers with a business visa; students (as The temporary vehicle importation permit and
defined by Mexican immigration laws) with a student visa promise to return vehicle form can be purchased at
(contact a Mexican consulate for business/student visa the Banjercito office at an official point of entry
information). (immigration checkpoint). The vehicle owner must
Tourist permit validity: present a valid (unexpired) tourist permit and a
• The permit is valid for up to 180 days. current vehicle license/registration receipt (the
• A multiple-entry permit allows unlimited visits into and original and two copies). Information on the
out of Mexico within the 180-day period. application for temporary vehicle importation and
• A tourist permit not used within 90 days of issue on the promise to return form must match; the
becomes void. same requirements apply to both.
• Visitors should carry their tourist permit with them at all
times while in Mexico. An administration fee (approximately $51 U.S.) plus
• If you lose your permit while in Mexico, a duplicate can applicable IVA tax must be paid with a major
be obtained from a local immigration office (write down international credit card (American Express,
your tourist permit number and keep it separate from the Mastercard or Visa) in order to receive a temporary
permit to expedite the paperwork involved). importation permit windshield sticker. The credit
520 BORDER INFORMATION
card must be in the vehicle owner’s name and • If the permit or form is lost or stolen, Mexican customs
issued by a U.S. or Canadian bank or lending offices can issue replacement documentation provided
institution. Vehicle owners who don’t have a major you obtain a certified document attesting to the loss from
credit card must post a bond ($200 to $400 based your homeland (U.S. or Canada) embassy or consulate.
on vehicle value) with a Mexican bonding firm • If you remain in Mexico beyond the authorized time
period and without the proper documentation, your car
(Afianzadora) at the point of entry. Cash, checks, will be immediately confiscated.
money orders or credit cards issued by a Mexican
bank are not accepted. Pets: U.S. visitors may bring a dog, cat or bird into
Mexico with government approval. A pet health
More about temporary importation permits: certificate signed not more than 15 days before the
• Generally issued for 180 days, the same length as the animal enters Mexico and a pet vaccination
tourist permit. certificate showing proof of treatment for rabies,
• Only one permit will be issued per person, for one hepatitis and leptospirosis are required at the
motorized vehicle at a time.
border for each animal. A pet permit fee is charged
• Carry the permit with you; do not leave it in the vehicle.
• Return permit, promise to return vehicle form and
at the time of entry.
windshield sticker to Mexican customs officials at the
Banjercito office at the border before or on the expiration Leaving Mexico
date shown on the form, or be subject to a fine.
FOR U.S. AND CANADIAN RESIDENTS
LEAVING MEXICO
When leaving the country:
• FMM tourist permits, temporary vehicle importation
permits, promise to return vehicle forms and windshield
stickers must be returned to Mexican immigration and
customs officials at the departure or border checkpoint
(or at an interior inspection point).
• Those entering Mexico with a motor vehicle must leave
the country with the vehicle.
• At highway stations near the U.S. border, Mexican
agricultural officials will inspect vehicles traveling north
that are carrying any fruits, vegetables, houseplants and
other plant matter.
• You must have an export certificate to take official
cultural artifacts (excluding handicrafts) out of the
country.
• Religious or archeological artifacts may not be taken out
of the country.
Returning to the United States or Canada:

U.S. citizens returning from Mexico by land or sea
are required to present proper travel documents;
refer to the U.S. Department of State website for
the most current information. Canadian citizens
entering the United States are subject to the rules
governing entry to the U.S. by foreign nationals;
refer to the Canadian Border Services Agency
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BORDER INFORMATION 521
U.S. exemptions: leather, or any product manufactured wholly or in
• You may bring back duty-free articles not exceeding part from any type of wildlife, contact the U.S. Fish
$800 in retail value. and Wildlife Service regarding regulations; phone
• The exemption is allowed once every 30 days. (800) 358-210.
• A family (related persons living in the same household)
may combine exemptions; i.e., a family of six would be Alcoholic beverages: Both federal and state laws
entitled to $1,600 worth of goods duty-free on one apply. If regulations conflict, state laws regarding
declaration, even if the articles claimed by one member import limits supersede.
exceed that individual’s $800 amount.
• Duty must be paid on all items in excess of the U.S. residents 21 years of age or older may bring
exemption amount. into the United States 1 liter of alcohol duty-free
• Payment of duty is required upon arrival. once every 30 days. However, if you arrive in a
• Gifts taken across the U.S./Mexico border are state that permits a lesser amount than what you
considered to be for personal use and are included in
have legally brought into the United States, state
the $800 exemption.
• Articles purchased and left behind for alterations or other law prevails.
reasons do not qualify for the $800 exemption when Gifts: Gifts in packages with a total retail value not
shipped at a later date.
exceeding $100 may be sent to friends or relatives
• The $800 exemption may include no more than 1 liter of
alcoholic beverages and no more than 200 cigarettes in the United States free of U.S. customs duty or
and 100 cigars. tax, provided no recipient receives more than one
gift shipment per day. Gifts may be sent to more
Restricted or prohibited articles: An agricultural than one person in the same package if they are
quarantine bans the importation of certain fruits, individually wrapped and labeled with each
vegetables, plants, livestock, poultry and meats. All recipient’s name. Perfumes containing alcohol and
food products brought into the United States must valued at more than $5 retail, tobacco products or
be declared. The U.S. Department of Agriculture alcoholic beverages may not be included in gift
also prohibits bringing back any type of pet. Visit packages, which should be clearly marked with the
the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service designation ‘‘Unsolicited Gift,’’ the gift giver’s name
(APHIS) website or U.S. Customs at cbp.gov for and the retail value of the contents.
more information.
Duties: A flat rate duty of 3 percent is applied to
One foreign-made article carrying a protected U.S. the first $1,000 (fair retail value) worth of
trademark (i.e., camera, binoculars, musical merchandise in excess of the $800 customs
instrument, jewelry or watch) may normally be exemption. A sales receipt constitutes proof of
brought into the United States under your personal value. Family members residing in one household
exemption, provided it is for your private use and and traveling together may group articles for
not sold within 1 year of importation. application of the flat-duty rate, which may be
The following are prohibited: narcotics and taken once every 30 days. Articles must
dangerous drugs, drug paraphernalia, obscene accompany you to the U.S. border.
articles and publications, seditious or treasonable
Canadian exemptions: Canadian citizens who
matter, lottery tickets, hazardous items (fireworks,
have been outside Canada 24 hours or more may
dangerous toys, toxic or poisonous substances)
bring back duty- and tax-free goods up to $200
and switchblade knives. Merchandise originating in
(CAN) in retail value, and up to $800 (CAN) in
the embargoed countries of Angola, Burma
(Myanmar), Cuba, Libera and Sudan is prohibited. retail value if outside Canada 48 hours or more.
Goods must be in the traveler’s possession at the
If you plan to bring back items made of fur or time of entry into Canada. Citizens who have been
whalebone, any animal skin other than cowhide outside Canada 7 days or more also may bring
522 BORDER INFORMATION
back duty- and tax-free goods up to $800 (CAN) in 287 ounces (8.5 liters) of beer or ale (equivalent to
retail value; goods may be in the traveler’s 24 12-ounce bottles/cans).
possession and also are permitted to follow entry
All exemptions are individual and may not be
into Canada via courier, mail or delivery agency
combined with that of another person to cover an
(except alcohol and tobacco products).
article valued at more than the maximum
Items brought into Canada under a personal exemption. You may be asked to prove the length
exemption must be for personal or household use, of your visit outside Canada. Dated sales receipts
souvenirs or gifts. for goods or services constitute valid proof.
Canadian limitations (on either the $200 or $800 While AAA makes every effort to provide accurate
exemption): 50 cigars, 200 cigarettes, 200 tobacco and complete information, AAA makes no warranty,
sticks, 200 grams (6.4 ounces) of tobacco, 40 express or implied, and assumes no legal liability
ounces (1.1 liters, or one large standard bottle) of or responsibility for the accuracy or completeness
liquor, 53 fluid ounces of wine (two bottles) and of any information contained herein.
Let the IDP

Speak for You

Before you go, purchase an International Driving Permit for a
recognizable form of identification, even if you’re not driving.
Translated into 10 languages, the IDP is valid in more than
150 countries — mandatory in some and highly recommended
in others.
U.S. residents apply at AAA offices. Canadian residents apply at CAA offices.
Or visit us online at: AAA.com/IDP or CAA.ca/services/travel

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