Top Things to do in Texas
Top Hotels in Texas
- 1. Fairmont Austin
- 2. Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk
- 3. The San Luis Resort, Spa and Conference Center
- 4. Blossom Hotel Houston
- 5. Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk
- 6. Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
- 7. Holiday Inn Resort Galveston-on the Beach, an IHG Hotel
- 8. Fairmont Dallas
- 9. Hilton Americas-Houston
- 10. The Beeman Hotel
What to do and see in Texas, United States: The Best Scenic Drives
Texas has great beaches for bird watching, boating, and fishing. Plus golf courses, cowboy and high art culture, and a rich history. Bask on the beach and bird watch between golf games before, during, or after spring break in Corpus Christi, Port Aransas, Crystal Beach, or South Padre Island. Explore East Texas from Dallas to Tyler, Texarkana, Jefferson, and Nacogdoches. Enjoy golf and big city life in Dallas or Houston. Visit Galveston's coastal Strand. Tour West Texas and Hill Country from San Antonio, New Braunfels, Austin, and Fredericksburg to Amarillo and El Paso.
Restaurants in Texas
1. Goodnight Memorial Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
A scenic road within Palo Duro Canyon State Scenic Park.
2. El Camino Del Rio
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By GroverR - Pensacola, United States
We saw 5 national parks and 2 national monuments and they have some amazing scenic drives, but this is the best drive we did in West Texas, New Mexico or Arizona. First you have the open Chihuahuan desert, then great mountains and rolling hills and finally a river in the desert that is also an international border. All of that adds up to an incredibly, beautiful drive. To throw in on top of that you have the goat Clay Henry, the unofficial Mayor of Lajitas and teepee picnic tables along the river. The road is uncharacteristic of every other road in West Texas as it has dozens of curves, moving with the river. Finally it is the river that can be viewed so many times for this road that adds to the charm and experience. You constantly remind yourself that everything you see on the other side is another country.
3. Bluebonnet Trail
4. Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 301 reviews
Reviewed By 994linday - Frisco, United States
Cutting through the heart of Big Bend National Park, this 30-mile drive on a well-paved road snakes up, down, and around the western slopes of the Chisos Mountains and through the Chihuahuan Desert. There are several places to pull over and stretch your legs, including Sotol Vista Overlook, the Castolon Historic District, and several trailheads. And saving the best for last where the blacktop ends: the spectacular Santa Elena Canyon.
5. Willow City Loop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 476 reviews
Reviewed By BatchFam - Yukon, United States
There are two routes that are easily confused from what I can tell. Google maps lists Willow City Loop as the Ranch road that dead ends. It’s the further north spot. Just below that is the Willow City that is 1323 to 1631 back to 290. I think they are both gorgeous but very different. We saw tons of deer on the 1323 route. We saw lots of yellow and red and some violet flowers all over still, but no blur bonnets in late May.
6. Bluebonnet Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 160 reviews
Reviewed By erastusd2017
We took most of the North Trail and then we went to Ennis. We then took in the West Trail. This was our second time. Last time we took the North Trail and only part of the West. As for North-the loop by the Winery on Sugar Ridge is the best section. We saw a great field along Andrews Road as well. It is all good-just Sugar Ridge is the best-IMHO. On the West Trail Meadow View Nature Area is a real gem. Last year we went to Bluebonnet Park and it was great. This year/April 9-it had not developed as before-it may be better later in the season. Kachina Prairie is kept natural. It is an easy 1/2 mile walk and a good way to stretch legs. This is a must do.
7. River Road Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 138 reviews
Enjoy spectacular scenery along River Road, a drive not for the faint of heart.
Reviewed By 43lh - San Antonio, United States
This is a wonderful town with an assortment of places to go and things to do. If you want to take a break from shopping, consider a short detour to take a leisurely walk along the river. You can easily park at many locations in town and walk to the river trail. The paved trail goes from one side of downtown to the other with access also from some businesses/shops along Main St. One end on river road has restrooms, picnic tables and is right along the river for a picnic or just to relax and watch the multitude of ducks. You can walk the paved trail under the bridge and around behind businesses on Main as you see the river wind. Along the way are some nice art sculptures. If you walk the entire length you will end up past the main square. This is always an enjoyable area that is nicely maintained.
8. Scenic Drive - Overlook
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,036 reviews
Reviewed By grantemonroe - Bullard, United States
This spot offers an excellent view of the two cities and two countries. It was very crowded and parking is extremely limited, but if you want one of the best night views of these cities, this is the place to go.
9. Texas Mountain Trail
10. Davis Mountain Scenic Loop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 103 reviews
Reviewed By G4165LJlarryb - Sulphur Springs, United States
This was a great drive to explore the country and see wildlife. The best time to make this drive is early in the morning or late in the evening if you want to see animals.
