Several of the city's historic homes are open for tours:
Beaty-Orton House, built in 1888 by Sen. John
Thomas Beaty, is an outstanding example of Victorian architecture. It was
restored to its original beauty and is furnished with antiques. Tours are 8
a.m.–5 p.m. Mon.–Fri. 409/384-2650.
Belle-Jim Hotel was built in 1910 by Mamie Patten
and named for her children, Belle and Jim. Open 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Mon.–Fri.
409/384-6923.
Swann Hotel, built in 1901 by A.L. Dunkin for his
family home, was purchased by the Swann family in 1915 and converted into a
hotel. Open 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Mon.–Fri. 877/489-9717.
City: Jasper
Region: Piney Woods
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.
Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument
City: Fritch
Region: Panhandle Plains
Billy Bob's Texas
City: Fort Worth
Region: Prairies and Lakes
Caddo Mounds State Historic Site
City: Alto
Region: Piney Woods
Galveston Island Beach
City: Galveston
Region: Gulf Coast
The Alamo
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains
Devil’s Backbone
City: Wimberley
Region: Hill Country
Big Bend National Park
City: Big Bend National Park Area
Region: Big Bend Country
