• January 1, 2025 - Updated with new information since originally published.
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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Space Center Houston

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2. The Alamo

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3. The Heritage Society at Sam Houston Park

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4. The San Antonio Museum of Art

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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5. Houston Museum of Natural Science

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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6. San Antonio Riverwalk

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7. Texas State Capitol

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8. Mission San Jose

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9. Fort Worth Zoo

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10. The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza

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11. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden

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12. Kimbell Art Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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13. Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trail, Austin

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14. Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Resort

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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15. The Frontiers of Flight Museum

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16. Fort Worth Botanic Garden

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17. Fort Davis National Historic Site

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18. Dallas World Aquarium

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19. Japanese Tea Garden

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20. Pedernales Cellars, Stonewall

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21. McDonald Observatory

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22. National Museum of the Pacific War

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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23. Cockrell Butterfly Center

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24. San Antonio Botanical Garden

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25. Sea Turtle Inc

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

With over 260,000 square miles and 35 cities, there is no shortage of things to see and do in Texas. Visitors could spend a month in the Lone Star State and still not experience everything. There are many great places to see in and around major cities like Houston, Dallas, San Antonio and Austin. With its beautiful desert and mountain scenery, historical sites, lakes, beaches, train rides, science museums, family fun parks, romantic castles, breweries, waterparks, mountains, amusement parks, caves, and botanical gardens, Texas offers something for everyone.

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