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Texas Memorial Museum

This facility explores the natural history of Texas. Includes the fossil remains of a Pterosaur, the largest flying creature ever found, with a wingspan of more than 40 feet. It lived in Texas 65 million years ago. Other exhibition items range from gems and minerals to fossils and meteorites. Open 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Mon.–Fri., 10 a.m.–4:45 p.m. Sat. and 1–4:45 p.m. Sun. Closed major holidays. Free. 2400 Trinity St. 512/471-1604. www.TexasNaturalScienceCenter.org.

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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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Podcast Walking Tours

Podcast Walking Tours

The best way to explore Texas is to go where the locals go. And we’ll tell you exactly where that is. Just download our podcast walking tours, head out on foot and listen. It’s a genuine Texas experience, one step at a time.

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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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2400 Trinity St.
Austin, Texas
Phone: 512/471-1604

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Hours

Open 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. weekdays.

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Scenic Drives near Brackettville

Two highways lead north into scenic landscapes of the Hill Country, rich in wild game and beautiful vistas. Among sheep, goats and cattle in rocky pastures, travelers may catch glimpses of white-tailed deer or wild turkey, especially in late afternoon. Several views of West Nueces River winding among steep cliffs and hills. R.M. 674 north to Rocksprings or R.M. 334 northeast to intersection with Texas 55.

City: Brackettville
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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