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Lamar Bruni Vergara Planetarium

At Texas A&M International University, the planetarium offers shows for the entire family and operates a Digistar-3 system. All the sights and sounds are created digitally. During shows, the dome is covered with breathtaking images, and audiences are immersed in surround sound. Shows range from wild rides through millions of stars and galaxies, to groovy trips through space while jamming to classic rock, proving that science can be fun. Show times: 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. Fri. and 5 p.m.; 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. Sat. Admission charge. 5201 University Blvd. 956/326-2444. www.tamiu.edu/coas/planetarium.

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Lodging

Lodging

Whether you like quaint cabins, five-star hotels or even rustic dude-ranch digs, there’s always a place to sleep in style.

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Campgrounds

Campgrounds

Texas might be the Lone Star State, but you'll see thousands of stars under that big, open sky. Enjoy everything from white-water rapids to mountain climbing at our public and private campgrounds. Check it out!

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Texas Videos

Texas Videos

From the diverse beauty that surrounds you to the unique people you meet along the way, everything about Texas beckons you to visit. So think of these as more than videos: they’re an invitation to visit the place we’re proud to call home.

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Attractions

Attractions

Adventure sports, cultural exploration, live music... the list goes on and on. Here, there’s always an attraction to fit your vacation style.

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5201 University Blvd.
Laredo, Texas
Phone: 956/326-2444

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Hours

Show times: 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. Fri. and 5 p.m.; 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. Sat.

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River Camps

River camps/resorts have been popular here for decades. Clear, cool spring-fed pools also offer tubing chutes, rapids, and exceptionally scenic settings for family recreation. Contact Visitor Center for information.

City: New Braunfels
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.

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

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