Texas has more than 360 miles of coastline with Gulf Coast beaches for swimming, surfing, diving, camping and boating as well as six islands including Galveston, South Padre, and Pelican Island. Big Bend National Park features hiking trails, mountains, stargazing, and wildlife, while Hill Country includes six state parks, wineries, and charming towns. Texas cities like Dallas, Houston, Fort Worth, San Antonio, and Austin offer restaurants, nightlife, resorts, sports teams, history, and culture.

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Hidden Wonders features a first ever sound and light show in a massive box canyon
A New Tour of This Texas Cave Includes a Bridge Over Its Deepest Point and a 'Natural Theater' of Colorful Lights — See Inside
A large crowd watching a show at Texas Live!
This Texas City Is an Unexpected Destination for Music Lovers — and It Attracts Some of the Biggest Names in the Business
Colorful field of Texas wildflowers in Hill Country, including bluebonnets
This State Is One of the Best in the U.S. for a Spring Road Trip — With 800,000 Miles of Wildflower-lined Highways
Sunset and golden hour light over the Guadalupe Mountains in Guadalupe Mountains National Park
13 Best Places to Visit in Texas, According to a Local
Bandera County Texas Courthouse
This Small Texas Town Has Less Than 1,000 Residents — and It's the 'Cowboy Capital of the World'
Flying over Galveston Texas Sea Wall and Beach
Galveston, Texas, Is a Beach Destination Packed With Culture and History — How to Visit
Aerial view of The Star entertainment complex in Frisco, Texas
This Texas City Is Having a Moment — and It's Home to Universal's Upcoming Theme Park
Sunset on South Padre Island Beach in Texas
The Best Texas Beaches for Every Kind of Traveler
View of people watching a musical performance on a lawn at a festival
This Texas Small Town Is One of the Best Places to See the 2024 Solar Eclipse — Here's How to Visit
Autumn color setting in around the Cumberland Gap.
This Passageway Through the Appalachian Mountains Was Created by a Meteor — and Has 85 Miles of Trails and Epic Stargazing
Canyon Lake A South Texas Paradise
This Texas Lake Is Going Viral on TikTok for Its Stunningly Crystal-clear Blue Water — See the Video
Woman walking into small shop in Bandera, Texas
The 8 Best Small Towns in Texas
Aerial view of Main Street area in Fredericksburg, Texas
This Small Texas City Has Beautiful Vineyards, Hiking Trails, and a Historic Ghost Town
The exterior of the Breakfast Klub restaurant in Houston, featuring a Black history mural, and a line of people waiting for a table
I Returned to My Hometown of Houston — and Discovered Some of the Country’s Best Restaurants
Skyline view of San Antonio, Texas during a colorful sunset
This Texas City Has the Most Free Things to Do in the U.S., According to a New Report
The Texas state flag flies over downtown Main street Fredericksburg Texas.
8 Best Places to Retire in Texas, According to Local Experts
Sunset from Walden Retreats near Johnson City, Texas
This Glamping Site in Texas Hill Country Just Reopened — With Breathtaking River Views and In-room Clawfoot Tubs
Field of wildflowers during spring in Texas Hill Country
5 Best Texas Road Trips to See Stunning Wildflowers
Rock formations at Guadalupe Mountains National Park
8 Amazing National Parks and Sites in Texas for Beautiful Views, Epic Trails, and Wildlife Spotting
Caprock Canyons State Park and Trailway
16 Best State Parks in Texas for Beautiful Desert, Mountain, Waterfall, and River Views
Mule Alley showing Drover Hotel in the distance at dusk
This Underrated Texas Destination Has Daily Cattle Drives, the World's Largest Honky Tonk, and a Gorgeous New Hotel
Airbnb private cabin styled in rustic boho. Located in Lumberton, Texas
This Cedar Cabin in Texas Has Beautiful Stained-glass Windows, a Swinging Bed, and a Hot Tub in the Middle of the Woods
Edie from Zumanity
Cirque Du Soleil’s 'Zumanity' Permanently Closing Due to COVID-19
Bluebonnet experiences at JL Bar Ranch Resort & Spa in Texas
This Luxury Resort in Texas Wants You to Sip on a Bluebonnet-inspired Cocktail This Spring
Lady Bird Lake is a water reservoir on the Colorado River in downtown Austin and very popular with recreational boaters and tour boats viewing the waterfront.
I Visited a Secret Wellness Oasis in Austin, Texas — and Here's Why You Should, Too
A View of Austin, Texas from The Boardwalk Trail over Lady Bird Lake.
This Is the No. 1 Trending Retirement Destination in the U.S., According to a New Report
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Our Readers' Favorite Hotels in Austin
Three adults in tree pose during outdoor yoga at Four Seasons Austin
Why Choosing a Spa Hotel Is the Best Austin Travel Hack — and Where to Book
Rooftop bar at The Loren at Lady Bird Lake
Where to Stay in Austin: The Best Neighborhoods and Hotels for Every Type of Traveler
The aerial drone view of Austin Downtown, Texas, USA
Austin Travel Guide
Golden hour sunset on Austin, Texas's skyline with the river
30 Best Things to Do in Austin, Texas — From Nightlife to Barbecue Restaurants
Women toasting at bar with cocktails
How to Throw the Perfect Austin Bachelorette Party
Rain on 4th Austin Texas
The Best Gay Bars and Clubs in Austin for Every Mood