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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Take a self-guided tour of Bishop's Palace in Galveston ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Take a self-guided tour of Bishop's Palace in Galveston
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2. Visit the Maverick Carter House in San Antonio ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Visit the Maverick Carter House in San Antonio
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3. Tour Newman's Castle

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Tour Newman's Castle
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4. Book a suite at The Castle at Rockwall

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Book a suite at The Castle at Rockwall
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5. Check out the haunted Pemberton Castle in Austin

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Check out the haunted Pemberton Castle in Austin
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6. Don't miss the Elisabet Ney Museum in Austin

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Don't miss the Elisabet Ney Museum in Austin
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7. Visit Cottonland Castle in Waco

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Visit Cottonland Castle in Waco
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8. Learn about the history of the Brown County Museum Castle

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Learn about the history of the Brown County Museum Castle
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9. Tour the Austin County Jail Castle in Bellville on your weekend getaway

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Tour the Austin County Jail Castle in Bellville on your weekend getaway
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10. Take a day trip to Parsons Castle, 1 hr 40 min from Dallas

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Take a day trip to Parsons Castle, 1 hr 40 min from Dallas
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11. Book a wine tasting at 290 Wine Castle

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Book a wine tasting at 290 Wine Castle
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12. Take the whole family to Greystone Castle

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Take the whole family to Greystone Castle
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Q: Is Texas known for Medieval-style castles?
  • A: Texas is not the first place that comes to mind for Medieval-style castles, but there are scores of these impressive buildings in cities like Dallas, Sulphur Springs, Decatur, and Center.
  • Q: What is unique about Texas castles?
  • A: Texas castles have their own unique architecture and historic flair.

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