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Best Places to Visit in Texas

Articles, guides, and practical Texas travel information tagged with best places to visit in texas.

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Texas Hill Country

21 Best Things to Do in Fredericksburg TX (2026 Guide)

Discover the best things to do in Fredericksburg TX, from Highway 290 wineries and Enchanted Rock hikes to historic Main Street shopping and German heritage.

16 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Texas Hill Country

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area: Map, Hours, Fees, Camping, and Trails

Plan your visit to Enchanted Rock State Natural Area with 2026 park hours, day pass reservations, camping rates, trail maps, and summit safety advice.

15 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Aerial view of Landa Park grounds, Landa Lake, and surrounding trees in New Braunfels

Texas Hill Country

Landa Park New Braunfels: Hours, Aquatic Complex Admission, Rules, and Things to Do

Plan your visit to Landa Park in New Braunfels with current hours, aquatic complex admission, miniature train schedules, Panther Canyon trails, and park rules.

12 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Families walking along shaded limestone riverbanks and spring-fed streams in New Braunfels

Texas Hill Country

Top 10 Things to Do in New Braunfels TX with Kids (2026 Guide)

Discover the best things to do in New Braunfels TX with kids, from Schlitterbahn and Comal River tubing to Landa Park, cave tours, and drive-in movies.

12 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Lubbock Texas skyline and cultural district landmarks under a wide open South Plains sky

Places to Visit

Best Things to Do in Lubbock TX This Weekend (2026 Guide)

Plan the perfect Lubbock weekend with free Texas Tech museums, live music in the Depot District, High Plains wine, and Buffalo Springs Lake recreation.

14 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Aerial panoramic view of emerald waves washing along South Padre Island sandy shoreline

Texas State

Discover the Top 10 Best Beaches in Texas For Families and Couples

Explore the best beaches in Texas for families, couples, and dog owners. Compare 10 top Gulf Coast beaches, find the closest beach to Houston, Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio, and discover free beaches and camping spots along 367 miles of Texas coastline.

15 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Panoramic view of rugged desert peaks and limestone canyons in Big Bend National Park

Texas State Parks

Explore Big Bend National Park: Ultimate 2026 Visitor's Guide

Plan your 2026 trip to Big Bend National Park with entrance fees, top Chisos Basin hikes, dark sky stargazing, Rio Grande trails, and campground booking rules.

18 min readUpdated Sep 2026

County

Best Things to Do in Brazoria County TX: The Ultimate 2026 Coastal and Heritage Guide

Discover the best things to do in Brazoria County TX. Explore Surfside Beach driving, Sea Center Texas, wildlife refuges, historic plantations, and family fun.

14 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Scenic view of the limestone riverbed and clear running water at Blanco State Park surrounded by bald cypress trees in the Texas Hill Country

County

35 Best Things to Do in Blanco County TX: Ultimate 2026 Mega-Guide

Explore top things to do in Blanco County TX: Pedernales Falls, Blanco State Park, LBJ Ranch, and craft breweries. Plan your 2026 Hill Country getaway.

13 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Panoramic view of the coastline and palm trees in Aransas County Texas

Places to Visit

Top 10 Best Things to Do in Aransas County TX

Complete details of Top 10 Best Things to Do in Aransas County TX | Top attractions, places to visit, best time to visit Aransas County

14 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Historic limestone facade of the State Line Federal Building and Post Office in downtown Texarkana along the Texas-Arkansas border

County

Best Things to Do in Bowie County TX: Ultimate 2026 Visitor's Guide

Discover the best things to do in Bowie County TX for 2026. Explore Texarkana state-line photos, Wright Patman Lake, the Northeast Texas Trail, and dining.

13 min readUpdated Sep 2026

County

Best Things to Do in Burnet County TX: Date Ideas, Hiking Trails, Outdoor Activities

Discover the best things to do in Burnet County TX. Explore Inks Lake State Park, Longhorn Cavern, Spider Mountain, and top Highland Lakes spots.

12 min readUpdated Sep 2026

County

Best Things to Do in Bosque County TX: Ultimate 2026 Visitor's Guide

Plan your Bosque County TX getaway with top things to do in Clifton, Meridian State Park fees, the Old Rock Church, wine tasting, and local events.

14 min readUpdated Sep 2026

County

Best Things to Do in Briscoe County TX: Ultimate 2026 Visitor Guide

Explore the best things to do in Briscoe County TX, from Caprock Canyons bison and Clarity Tunnel bats to Lake Mackenzie ATV trails and Panhandle history.

12 min readUpdated Sep 2026

County

Best Things to Do in Bexar County TX: River Walk, Missions, Parks & More

Discover the best things to do in Bexar County TX, including free attractions, family activities, weekend ideas, date spots, museums, parks, and local neighborhoods.

10 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Scenic view of towering pine trees and hiking trails in Bastrop State Park Texas

County

Best Things to Do in Bastrop County TX: Outdoor Activities, Places to Eat and Shop

Discover the best things to do in Bastrop County TX, from Bastrop State Park and Lake Bastrop to historic downtown dining, shops, and river paddling.

14 min readUpdated Sep 2026

County

15 Best Things to Do in Burleson County TX: 2026 Guide

Explore the best things to do in Burleson County TX, including Lake Somerville camping and fishing, Caldwell Czech heritage, Kolache Festival, and family parks.

11 min readUpdated Sep 2026

County

15 Best Things to Do in Brazos County TX: 2026 Guide

Discover the best things to do in Brazos County TX. Explore Texas A&M landmarks, Bush Library exhibits, free parks, wineries, and weekend itineraries.

13 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Historic two-story Folk-Victorian home and bison pasture at Charles Goodnight Ranch in Armstrong County Texas

Places to Visit

Top 7 Best Things to Do in Armstrong County TX: Ultimate 2026 Visitor's Guide

Discover the best things to do in Armstrong County TX with our 2026 visitor guide to Goodnight Ranch, Hamblen Drive canyon views, Claude historic sites, and rodeos.

12 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Strawberries and carnival rides during the annual Poteet Strawberry Festival in Atascosa County Texas

Places to Visit

Top 10 Best Things to Do in Atascosa County, TX: Ultimate 2026 Guide

Discover the best things to do in Atascosa County TX with our 2026 guide. Explore the Poteet Strawberry Festival, Longhorn Museum, River Park, and historic sites.

10 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Towering longleaf pine trees and tranquil creek waters in Angelina National Forest East Texas

Texas State

Angelina National Forest: Ultimate 2026 Visitor's Guide to Map, Camping & Trails

Explore our comprehensive 2026 guide to Angelina National Forest. Discover the best camping at Boykin Springs, hiking the Sawmill Trail, and fishing on Sam Rayburn Reservoir.

16 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Lush loblolly pine forest canopy framing open waters along Angelina National Forest in East Texas

County

Top 10 Best Things to Do in Angelina County: Ultimate 2026 Visitor's Guide

Discover the best things to do in Angelina County for 2026. Includes Ellen Trout Zoo, Sam Rayburn Reservoir, Angelina National Forest, local dining, and seasonal events guide.

12 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Masai giraffes and walking paths at Ellen Trout Zoo in Lufkin Texas

Places to Visit

Ellen Trout Zoo: Ultimate 2026 Visitor's Guide (Hours, Tickets & Exhibits)

Complete details of Ellen Trout Zoo Hours, Tickets, Price, Things to Do, Reviews | What to expect at Ellen Trout Zoo

12 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Austin County Courthouse square and historic brick streets in Bellville Texas

Places to Visit

Top 10 Things to Do in Austin County TX: Ultimate 2026 Visitor Guide

Explore the best things to do in Austin County TX, from Newman's Castle in Bellville to Stephen F. Austin State Park. Plan your 2026 day trip today.

11 min readUpdated Sep 2026