Tourist Destinations in Texas

Texas, the country's second-largest state, is filled with opportunities for fun and adventure. The state is geographically and culturally varied, with a plethora of unique attractions and activities to do. Texas offers a diverse range of holiday options, from cities to coastal beaches, mountains, and deserts.

The difference between metropolitan hubs like Houston, Austin, and Dallas and West Texas cities like Amarillo and Lubbock is interesting, but each has its own personality and purpose for visiting. The Alamo and the River Walk in San Antonio, as well as the neighboring Hill Country, should be on every traveler's itinerary.

Big Bend National Park, located around a bend in the Rio Grande in West Texas, and Padre Island National Seashore, located along the Gulf of Mexico, are two of the best places to visit for nature lovers.

Check out our list of top tourist sites in Texas for more ideas on where to go and what to see.