The Capitol, a massive statehouse constructed of Texas pink granite,
dominates the 46-acre, park-like area. Free guided tours are 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Mon.–Fri., 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Sat. and noon–3:30 p.m. Sun. Striking state
office buildings surround the Capitol. www.tspb.state.tx.us/tspb.htm.
Capitol Visitors Center is housed in the renovated General Land Office
building constructed around 1857, the oldest state office building. Exhibits
include a pictorial history of the Capitol's renovation and a 23-minute
informational video, plus the history of the Texas General Land Office. One
gallery features rotating exhibits. Gift shop. 512/305-8400. www.texascapitolvisitorscenter.com.
City: Austin
Region: Hill Country
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
Samuell Farm
City: Mesquite
Region: Prairies and Lakes
Caddo Mounds State Historic Site
City: Alto
Region: Piney Woods
Padre Island National Seashore
City: Corpus Christi
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
