The Capitol, a massive statehouse constructed of Texas pink granite,
dominates the 46-acre, park-like area. Free guided tours are 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Mon.–Fri., 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Sat. and noon–3:30 p.m. Sun. Striking state
office buildings surround the Capitol. www.tspb.state.tx.us/tspb.htm.
Capitol Visitors Center is housed in the renovated General Land Office
building constructed around 1857, the oldest state office building. Exhibits
include a pictorial history of the Capitol's renovation and a 23-minute
informational video, plus the history of the Texas General Land Office. One
gallery features rotating exhibits. Gift shop. 512/305-8400. www.texascapitolvisitorscenter.com.
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.
Battle Of Adobe Walls
City: Stinnett
Region: Panhandle Plains
Lakes near Dallas
City: Dallas
Region: Prairies and Lakes
Lake Conroe Park
City: Conroe
Region: Piney Woods
Sylvan Beach Park
City: La Porte
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
