The 17 places the travel guides we read name most, what they say about each, and fares from your city.
The places, most named first
From the 4 guides that rank for "best places to visit in texas"
Named by 3 of 41. AustinTexas, United StatesKnown as the Live Music Capital of the World, with a wide range of restaurants.Swimming at Barton Springs Pool, Lady Bird Lake and Zilker Park are nature stops in the city.Best time to visit Austin
Named by 3 of 42. San AntonioTexas, United StatesThe River Walk and The Alamo are the headline sights.Four other Spanish missions sit in the city besides the Alamo; park rangers give free tours at Mission Espada.Best time to visit San Antonio
Named by 3 of 43. Big Bend National ParkTexas, United StatesThe park covers more than 800,000 acres with over 150 miles of hiking trails.Hot springs, Rio Grande paddling and very dark night skies are the draws.Best time to visit Big Bend National Park
Named by 3 of 44. FredericksburgTexas, United StatesA Hill Country town with German food, beer and heritage, founded in 1846.Over 50 wineries are nearby, and Oktoberfest is a main event.
Named by 3 of 45. HoustonTexas, United StatesOne of the largest US cities, with Space Center Houston and major museums.A huge multicultural city, contrasted with tiny Marfa.Best time to visit Houston
Named by 2 of 46. DallasTexas, United StatesListed among the seven best places in Texas by one guide.The Dallas and Fort Worth area includes AT&T Stadium in Arlington, home of the Cowboys.Best time to visit Dallas
Named by 2 of 47. MarfaTexas, United StatesA tiny art town in West Texas.Prada Marfa is a permanent sculpture and one of the best roadside attractions in the state.
Named by 2 of 48. El PasoTexas, United StatesKnown for Mexican markets, Tex-Mex food, murals and history.Hueco Tanks State Park nearby is known for rock climbing and rock art.
9. GalvestonTexas, United StatesOffers beach time, fishing, the Pleasure Pier rides and historic buildings.Galveston Island State Park is known for wildlife viewing and kayaking.
10. AmarilloTexas, United StatesHome to Cadillac Ranch, where visitors spray-paint half-buried cars, and the Big Texan Steak Ranch.
11. Palo Duro Canyon State ParkTexas, United StatesRugged canyon scenery and rock formations, including the Lighthouse, in the north.
12. Texas Hill CountryTexas, United StatesThe author's pick if choosing one area; it includes Austin, Fredericksburg and San Antonio and can fill 1 to 2 weeks.
13. Texas Gulf CoastTexas, United StatesBeaches along the Gulf Coast are one of the state's top 10 experiences.
14. Port AransasTexas, United StatesA small Gulf town with 18 miles of sand, considered the fishing capital of Texas.
15. Guadalupe Mountains National ParkTexas, United StatesOne of two national parks in Texas; Guadalupe Peak is the state's highest.
16. Fort WorthTexas, United StatesThe Stockyards National Historic District is on the top 10 list.
17. Fort DavisTexas, United StatesMcDonald Observatory is called one of the best stargazing places in the US.
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Named by 3 of 41. AustinKnown as the Live Music Capital of the World, with a wide range of restaurants.Swimming at Barton Springs Pool, Lady Bird Lake and Zilker Park are nature stops in the city.Best time to visit Austin
Named by 3 of 42. San AntonioThe River Walk and The Alamo are the headline sights.Four other Spanish missions sit in the city besides the Alamo; park rangers give free tours at Mission Espada.Best time to visit San Antonio
Named by 3 of 43. Big Bend National ParkThe park covers more than 800,000 acres with over 150 miles of hiking trails.Hot springs, Rio Grande paddling and very dark night skies are the draws.Best time to visit Big Bend National Park
Named by 3 of 44. FredericksburgA Hill Country town with German food, beer and heritage, founded in 1846.Over 50 wineries are nearby, and Oktoberfest is a main event.Named by 3 of 45. HoustonOne of the largest US cities, with Space Center Houston and major museums.A huge multicultural city, contrasted with tiny Marfa.Best time to visit Houston
Named by 2 of 46. DallasListed among the seven best places in Texas by one guide.The Dallas and Fort Worth area includes AT&T Stadium in Arlington, home of the Cowboys.Best time to visit Dallas
Named by 2 of 47. MarfaA tiny art town in West Texas.Prada Marfa is a permanent sculpture and one of the best roadside attractions in the state.Named by 2 of 48. El PasoKnown for Mexican markets, Tex-Mex food, murals and history.Hueco Tanks State Park nearby is known for rock climbing and rock art.
9. GalvestonOffers beach time, fishing, the Pleasure Pier rides and historic buildings.Galveston Island State Park is known for wildlife viewing and kayaking.10. AmarilloHome to Cadillac Ranch, where visitors spray-paint half-buried cars, and the Big Texan Steak Ranch.
11. Palo Duro Canyon State ParkRugged canyon scenery and rock formations, including the Lighthouse, in the north.
12. Texas Hill CountryThe author's pick if choosing one area; it includes Austin, Fredericksburg and San Antonio and can fill 1 to 2 weeks.
13. Texas Gulf CoastBeaches along the Gulf Coast are one of the state's top 10 experiences.
14. Port AransasA small Gulf town with 18 miles of sand, considered the fishing capital of Texas.
15. Guadalupe Mountains National ParkOne of two national parks in Texas; Guadalupe Peak is the state's highest.
16. Fort WorthThe Stockyards National Historic District is on the top 10 list.
17. Fort DavisMcDonald Observatory is called one of the best stargazing places in the US.
