This site is known as the "Arlington of Texas," where monuments mark resting
places of nearly 2,000 patriots, statesmen and heroes of Texas, including tombs
of Stephen F. Austin and Gen. Albert Sidney Johnston. (See walking tours.)
Memorial, also on grounds, honors Texas victims of the 9/11 tragedy and features
two girder beams from the World Trade Center towers. Open 8 a.m.–5 p.m. daily.
E. Seventh and Navasota streets. 512/463-0605. www.cemetery.state.tx.us.
City: Austin
Region: Hill Country
With so many amazing things to do in Texas, there’s not enough room to feature them all. So check out some popular attractions to see just how much fun your Texas vacation can be.
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
City: Canyon
Region: Panhandle Plains
Lakes near Dallas
City: Dallas
Region: Prairies and Lakes
Lake Conroe Park
City: Conroe
Region: Piney Woods
Galveston Island Beach
City: Galveston
Region: Gulf Coast
Lakes near San Antonio
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains
Devil’s Backbone
City: Wimberley
Region: Hill Country
Balmorhea State Park
City: Balmorhea
Region: Big Bend Country
