Location: Edinburg
Top Things to do in Edinburg
- 1. Museum of South Texas History
- 2. McAllen Public Library
- 3. Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan Del Valle
- 4. Quinta Mazatlan
- 5. Edinburg Scenic Wetlands
- 6. McAllen Convention Center
- 7. Dustin Michael Sekula Library
- 8. Freddy Gonzalez Park
- 9. Los Lagos Golf Club
- 10. International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS)
10 Things to Do in Edinburg That You Shouldn't Miss
Edinburg (/ˈɛdɪnbɜːrɡ/ ED-in-burg) is a city in and the county seat of Hidalgo County, Texas, United States. The population was 74,569 as of the 2010 census, and in 2016 the estimated population was 87,650.
Restaurants in Edinburg
1. Museum of South Texas History
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 75 reviews
Prehistoric plants and animal fossils, native people and European colonization exhibits, and a steamboat replica are but a few of the fascinating displays to see at the Museum of South Texas History. This facility is ADA accessible.
Reviewed By lissetsalinas1 - Edinburg, Texas
Pretty nice museum to go to if visiting the valley a bit small but it is a small town. Fun way to spend two hours or so certainly not a all day thing but still nice.Thank you for visiting the Museum of South Texas History! We hope you return to our special events. Upcoming family-friendly event is Summer Nights at the Museum starting in June 2017. Hope to see you there!
2. McAllen Public Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 122 reviews
Reviewed By DC2florida - Washington, DC
This place was stunning. Huge, as befits a former Walmart, but they certainly made a lemon into lemonade. The exterior was inviting and there was an interesting exhibit of art near the entrance. The different sections were beautiful and enormous. An area for kids, teens, study groups and a gorgeous quiet study room. Clever design with lower shelves in the middle that are higher toward the edges... Every city needs a great library like this. Worth visiting as a tourist just to see the potential.
3. Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan Del Valle
Overall Ratings
5 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By Tony T G - Brownsville, Texas
A Large Modern Basilica of South Texas. It is not as intricate as the older, traditional Basilicas but it does have its very own charm.
It's been said that some make regular pilgrimages here. Upon arriving you will notice merchants selling Holy Water on the steps of the Basilica. Additionally one can go over to a large fountain on the steps of the Basilica, where one can fill their containers full of Holy Water.
When we walked in we noticed a very large impressionable Shrine in the back drop that people pray to.
At one of the side chambers lays a chamber full of ceramic saints that people pray to as well. At the other end of the Basilica lays another room dedicated to prayer candles that are lit and burned until they extinguish themselves. According to the website, here at the Basilica thousands of candles are lit every week. If you wold like to have them light a candle for you every week of the year, they will do it for a donation of $130.00 per week!
We didn't arrive during a mass but we just happened to walk into what seemed like repetitive chanting of a rosary prayer. After a quick tour of the interior we walked outside to its charming lawn. It has a walking trail that walks you through a full size "Way of the Cross" that spans approximately a mile long.
Additionally the Basilica has a Gift store and a hotel on the grounds that includes a breakfast with your stay.
4. Quinta Mazatlan
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 173 reviews
Quinta Mazatlan is a historical Adobe mansion and nature and birding center located in McAllen, Texas. Our MissionThe urban sanctuary works to enrich people's lives by sharing knowledge about birds, plants, and environmental stewardship in South Texas.Our VisionQuinta Mazatlan, cherished locally and recognized internationally, is a sanctuary connecting people to the history, beauty and wonder of our natural world.
Reviewed By deaconallan - Houston, Texas
If one is interested in Spanish Colonial architecture, history, and, in this case, the local flora and fauna, the Quinta Mazatlan is well worth the visit. The house is fantastic, the grounds with their native growth, and of course the birds and butterflies. Being a camera and a "long" lens.
5. Edinburg Scenic Wetlands
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By cel421 - edinburg, texas
Fun and educational place to visit with the entire family. Wonderful programming throughout the year.
6. McAllen Convention Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 110 reviews
Reviewed By 10RogerTheLodger10 - Toronto, Canada
We have been to the McAllen Convention Center several times, most recently the auto show. Conveniently located on I-2 (Expressway 83) there is a lot of free parking space available and out back they can provide space for related flea markets etc. On other occasions we have attended Winter Texan health shows. The main display floor is at grade level so there are no stairs.
7. Dustin Michael Sekula Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By Richard S - RGV
The Sekula Library is an incredible find. This place has grown by leaps and bounds. They have a multitude of books, Videos, Computers, Children's section, art gallery, Conference Room. Art and Dance Classes, Literary Festivals, and more. Come in, give them a try. You won't regret it.
8. Freddy Gonzalez Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By DavidJJ - Edinburg, Texas
I visit this park to walk the trail around the perimeter. But over the years I've seen this park be transformed. Perhaps the most popular improvement to the park is the water park section. As climate changes and warm weather arrived early this year, the number of people using the convenient new parking and the water park speaks for its popularity. Anxiously waiting to see what continuing construction will bring.
9. Los Lagos Golf Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By Frqntflyr12
My brother and I were looking to play some golf and heard about it after playing in Brownsville. Worth the trip over to play it. Great greens and fun course but tough. Tons of sand and water. Was busy but still got in 18 in three hours. Restaurant staff was great. Sat and watched the game. Will definitely play again next time down.
10. International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS)
Overall Ratings
4 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By Ekaterina D
Staff here is friendly and knowledgeable and I have many wonderful memories from this place. I have celebrated my son's birthday's and visited countless events. We even watched a snake feed on live mice once. My only gripes are that they removed the cheap admission on Thursday. Also when there is an exhibit in the Discovery Pavilion there isn't that much left to do and admission can get pretty expensive. Overall a nice place to visit and get a membership if you are local with younger children.
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