Created and built by renowned artist Douglas G. Chandor, the gardens reflect Chinese and English styles. Water features include a 40-foot waterfall, grottoes and fountains. Stone pathways line an English lawn-bowling green, and climbing roses ascend a lofty pergola. Open first weekend in April through the last weekend in Nov. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Mon.–Fri., 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Sat. and noon–4 p.m. Sun. Admission charge. Children 12 and under free. Group tours of 10 or more by appointment. 817/613-1700. chandorgardens.mynewsarchive.com.
City: Weatherford
Region: Prairies and Lakes
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
