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Fanthrop Inn State Historic Site in Anderson
Photographer: Kevin Stillman

Fanthorp Inn State Historic Site

This log structure inn was built in 1834, before the Republic of Texas era. It features nine rooms, a barn and cemetery typical of early Texas inns hosting travelers arriving by stagecoach. It has been authentically restored and furnished to look as it would have in the early 1830s, when key figures such as Texas Presidents Sam Houston and Anson Jones, future Confederate President Jefferson Davis, and generals Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson stayed here. A full-size replica of an 1850s Red Concord stagecoach is available for rides one Saturday per month (fee). Open for tours 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Sat.–Sun. On Main Street, south of the courthouse. 936/873-2633, 800/792-1112. www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/fanthorp_inn.

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579 Main St
Anderson, Texas
Phone: 936/873-2633
Toll Free: 800/792-1112

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Hours

Open for tours 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Sat.–Sun.

Featured Attraction

This cave ranks as one of the most beautiful show caves in the world. Formations grow on the ceilings, walls and floors. Guided tours usually depart within 30 minutes of ticket purchase and cover almost two miles of underground passage. Fifteen miles west of Sonora off of I–10 at Exit 392; take Caverns of Sonora Road south (R.M. 1989). RV and tent camping available. 325/387-3105. www.cavernsofsonora.com.

City: Sonora
Region: Hill Country

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Popular Attractions

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

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