Many of the city's fine old homes are open during the annual Historical
Pilgrimage the first weekend in May and Candlelight Tour first two weekends in
December. Most are on the National Register of Historic Places. Tours are
available. Tour times: 903/665-2672. www.jefferson-texas.com.
House of the Seasons — Built in 1872, this is an
example of the transition period between Greek Revival and Victorian
architecture. The most interesting interior feature of the house is the dome
containing beautiful frescoes. Each side of the cupola features a different
color window panel illustrating the four seasons of the year, and those colors
are reflected throughout the house. Tours at 11 a.m. daily. Admission charge. 40
S. Alley St. 903/665-8000.
City: Jefferson
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.
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
