10 Best Things To Do in Texas
When you need a taste of adventure in the Wild West, no place is better than Texas. There are 35 cities in the Lone Star state, which is as big as the UK, Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands combined, as well as historic relics, nature parks, and attractions abound. If you are looking for majestic coastlines, canyons, Tex-Mex culture and food, and museums, then Texas has plenty of things to do.
Here are the top 10 best attractions and places to go in Texas to start your journey:
1: President Kennedy and the Sixth-Floor Museum, Dallas
You wouldn't expect to find a museum on the sixth floor of the Dallas County Administration Building at Dealey Plaza, but there is! Hence the name “Sixth Floor Museum,” which pertains to President John F. Kennedy. You can learn all about how he lived up to the point of his assassination. There are a number of artifacts, recordings of eye witness accounts, and photographs. Currently, there are around 45,000 items on display. On the seventh floor, you can also access special programs and exhibits. A gift shop, cafe, and bookstore are also on premises.
Address: 411 Elm St, Dallas, TX 75202
5: Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden
There is much more to the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden than trees and flowers. The property spans 66 acres, has two historical houses and sixteen gardens that feature plants from all around the world. For those with little ones in tow will want to visit the Children's Garden. Over 150 activities are available to entertain and educate children. You can even rent the Arboretum and Botanical Garden for corporate retreats, weddings, reunions, and other social events.
Address: 8525 Garland Rd, Dallas, TX 75218
6: Kimbell Art Museum, Fort Worth
In 1965, at the request of a wealthy art collector named Kay Kimbell, the museum was established to encourage imagination and foster art appreciation. Since its opening, the Kimbell Art Museum has gathered works from the greats, such as Monet, Picasso, Rembrandt, Matisse, and more. Paintings, artifacts, and architectural splendors make up the two buildings and the interior displays. With such a spread of artwork, you will truly leave inspired!
Address: 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76107
7: South Padre Island Dolphin Research & Sea Life Nature Center
Ever dream of getting up close and personal with marine life, such as octopus, starfish, dolphins, and more? Then you need to make your way down to the Dolphin Research and Sea Life Nature Center on South Padre Island. They have “touch tanks”! The center also simultaneously protects marine wildlife while educating and engaging with the community. Another reason why the center is popular would be the dolphin tours. You can ride a boat out into the Laguna Madre Bay to witness dolphins in the wild.
Address: 110 N Garcia St, Port Isabel, TX 78578
10: Hamilton Pool Preserve
Texans will tell you that on a hot summer day the one thing to do is go to a natural swimming hole. The best is Hamilton Pool, part of the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve, a protected environment. Since the 1960s, the natural pool has been popular with visitors to Austin, Texas and residents alike for both the swimming and the natural beauty of the limestone and stalactites encircling the area. Do keep in mind, however, that the pool is occasionally closed due to inclement weather and/or sanitary issues.
Address: 24300 Hamilton Pool Rd, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
