Top Things to do in Texas
Top Hotels in Texas
- 1. Fairmont Austin
- 2. Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk
- 3. The San Luis Resort, Spa and Conference Center
- 4. Blossom Hotel Houston
- 5. Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk
- 6. Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
- 7. Holiday Inn Resort Galveston-on the Beach, an IHG Hotel
- 8. Fairmont Dallas
- 9. Hilton Americas-Houston
- 10. The Beeman Hotel
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Things to do in Texas, United States: The Best Waterfalls
Texas has great beaches for bird watching, boating, and fishing. Plus golf courses, cowboy and high art culture, and a rich history. Bask on the beach and bird watch between golf games before, during, or after spring break in Corpus Christi, Port Aransas, Crystal Beach, or South Padre Island. Explore East Texas from Dallas to Tyler, Texarkana, Jefferson, and Nacogdoches. Enjoy golf and big city life in Dallas or Houston. Visit Galveston's coastal Strand. Tour West Texas and Hill Country from San Antonio, New Braunfels, Austin, and Fredericksburg to Amarillo and El Paso.
Restaurants in Texas
1. Balcones District Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By 901rickb - Round Rock, United States
known mostly for it's pool Balcones District Park is also a very nice place to go for a walk or bike ride. One note the park is open from 5 am until 10 pm pool hours may be different. from the parking lot if you take the single track trail past the picnic area and pool towards the high walled viaduct this will lead to the best part of the trails. once past the viaduct and into the woods this becomes a magical place especially if the creek is flowing. Yes this trail follows a sometimes dry branch of Walnut Creek. 1st time Quincy and I went it was dry but still very scenic and an excellent 3 mile loop. The bluebonnets were in bloom and it was beautiful walking through 100 yards of bluebonnets at the end of our walk. The second time the creek was flowing after 3 inches of rain had fallen and although parts of the trail were flooded there were trails to get you by these areas. This also had the water fall flowing and it is quite stunning for a little place like this probably a 15 foot drop. The first time we went we walked out to the MOPAC frontage road turned around and went back. The second time we went I found that if you turn left on the frontage road cross the bridge the trail continues to wind down the hill and under the MOPAC. This will eventually lead all the way to the huge walnut Creek Metro park so a whole day of hiking could easily be realized here. Great little park with a ginormous swimming pool.!
2. Gorman Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 95 reviews
Reviewed By Inspire587709
Moderate 30-minute hike on very rocky paths from trailhead to Gorman Falls, but definitely worth the effort, so just do it. Bring plenty of water. You descend over slippery, well-worn limestone at the destination, so hold onto the cable railing tightly. Return trip is slightly longer, since you have to climb up (while already tired).
3. Water Wall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,306 reviews
The Water Wall, near the Galleria, offers a respite from commerce. Sit under the spray on a hot day, or people watch and take pictures.
Reviewed By Temeaux - Houston, United States
Very cool spot for a unique Houston photo, we've been there several times. There's always folks sharing the space with you, but everyone generally gets along. Close enough to the Nordstrom parking garage to walk over, I'd avoid parking on the street (but I've seen folks do it). Dress up, dress down, doesn't matter....I've seen guys in tuxes and gals in shorts. Get out and enjoy Houston ????
4. Cattail Falls Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By 994linday - Frisco, United States
We reached the trailhead to the Cattail Falls Trail by hiking down the Window and Oak Spring Trails from the Chisos Basin Trailhead located near the Chisos Mountains Lodge. (alternatively, you could hike in via the access road from Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive). The horizontal trunk of an aged oak tree marks the start of the trail. The falls were barely a trickle, but it amazing to see this beautiful oasis in the desert. Lush vegetation is complete with ferns, palms, flowering plants, and lots of shade - quite a contrast from the desert environment and unlike any other that we saw in Big Bend. Be careful what you touch because there is poison oak too. The final approach to the falls requires some scrambling over large boulders and small pools of water that require stone-stepping. The stones can be slippery when wet. Take extra care else you might end up with wet shoes (like me). This is not a high-trafficked trail which adds to the peace and quiet. Our group enjoyed lunch and a nice rest here. Bring plenty of water as the desert and access road hike can be grueling in the midday sun. If you are headed to the Chisos Basin – be prepared for a long climb up.
5. The Falls in Lucy Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 281 reviews
Reviewed By summerl756 - Wichita Falls, United States
The falls are real beautiful and there's a hike/bike trail and I've been down there before on my bike and it's real pretty.
6. Lake Livingston Dam
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By dough694
This is one of the best Alligator Gar fishing sites on the Trinity River. Below the dam is an excellent birding destination and I haven't seen so many species since the Rookery at High Island. White egrets, snowys, great blues, little blues, black crowned, yellow crowned, kingfishers, both vultures, a brown booby, cormorants, white pelicans, and more!!
