40 Best Stops Between Wichita Falls and Corpus Christi
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Wanderlog staff Updated • updatedApr 10, 2023
How long is the drive from Wichita Falls to Corpus Christi?
The direct drive from Wichita Falls to Corpus Christi is 520 mi (836 km), and should have a drive time of 7 hrs 38 mins in normal traffic.
If you’re going on a road trip from Wichita Falls to Corpus Christi, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with San Antonio, Dallas, Austin, Fort Worth, Waco, New Braunfels, Grapevine, Johnson City, Arlington, and San Marcos, as well as top places to visit like SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium and Historic Downtown Grapevine Association, or the ever-popular Texas Motor Speedway.
Top cities between Wichita Falls and Corpus Christi
The top cities between Wichita Falls and Corpus Christi are San Antonio, Dallas, Austin, Fort Worth, Waco, New Braunfels, Grapevine, Johnson City, Arlington, and San Marcos. San Antonio is the most popular city on the route. It's 6 hours from Wichita Falls and 2 hours from Corpus Christi.
Grapevine, a charming city in Texas, is famous for its well-preserved 19th and 20th-century architecture. The Main Street downtown area is bustling with a variety of dining options, art galleries, and retail stores. The Cotton Belt Railroad District showcases artisan workshops such as glass-blowing studios, blacksmiths, and bronze foundries.
5% as popular as San Antonio
18 minutes off the main route, 25% of way to Corpus Christi
Fort Worth, located in North Central Texas, has a rich history as a trading post for cowboys at the end of the Chisholm Trail. Today, it's a vibrant city with world-class art institutions like the Kimbell Art Museum and lively attractions such as the Fort Worth Stockyards, known for its rodeos. The National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame pays tribute to pioneers. Additionally, new restaurants are planned for this area, adding to its culinary scene.
21% as popular as San Antonio
4 minutes off the main route, 25% of way to Corpus Christi
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Arlington, a city situated to the west of Dallas in Texas, is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and plethora of attractions. The University of Texas at Arlington boasts a modern planetarium on its sprawling campus while River Legacy Parks feature extensive trails that intersect through hardwood forest brimming with wildlife. The park's River Legacy Living Science Center showcases interactive exhibits alongside aquariums and terrariums to engage visitors.
11% as popular as San Antonio
17 minutes off the main route, 27% of way to Corpus Christi
Dallas, a bustling city in north Texas, is a vibrant center for commerce and culture. The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza downtown commemorates the tragic event of President John F. Kennedy's assassination. In the Arts District, visitors can explore thousands of years of art at the Dallas Museum of Art and the Crow Collection of Asian Art, as well as contemporary sculpture at the sleek Nasher Sculpture Center.
54% as popular as San Antonio
19 minutes off the main route, 28% of way to Corpus Christi
Waco is a metropolis situated in the heart of Texas. The Brazos River flows through it, and it's home to Cameron Park Zoo which houses varied animal species like lions, otters, and meerkats. The history of the state law enforcement agency can be seen at the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum where vintage badges and weapons are on display. Waco is also known for its locally invented soft drink called Dr Pepper which has its museum named after it.
7% as popular as San Antonio
7 minutes off the main route, 41% of way to Corpus Christi
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Austin, the capital of Texas, is a vibrant city with a diverse live-music scene and plenty of outdoor activities. The city is home to the University of Texas and offers numerous parks and lakes for hiking, biking, swimming, and boating. Additionally, visitors can enjoy art installations at Wonderspaces or explore the thriving craft beer scene with new breweries constantly emerging. Whether you're into music, art, or beer tasting, Austin has something for everyone to enjoy.
44% as popular as San Antonio
4 minutes off the main route, 60% of way to Corpus Christi
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Johnson City is a city and the county seat of Blanco County, Texas, United States. The population was 1,627 at the 2020 census. Founded in 1879 by James P. Johnson, it was named for early settler Sam E. Johnson, Sr. Johnson City is part of the Texas-German belt region. Wikipedia.
2% as popular as San Antonio
22 minutes off the main route, 62% of way to Corpus Christi
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San Marcos
San Marcos is a city and the county seat of Hays County, Texas, United States. The city is a part of the Greater Austin Metropolitan Area. San Marcos's limits extend into Caldwell and Guadalupe counties, as well. San Marcos is on the Interstate 35 corridor between Austin and San Antonio. Wikipedia.
2% as popular as San Antonio
4 minutes off the main route, 65% of way to Corpus Christi
New Braunfels is a Texan city situated near San Antonio. The region is renowned for the Comal and Guadalupe rivers, which flow by scenic parks such as Landa and Cypress Bend. The Gruene Historic District safeguards original German structures from the 19th century, including the iconic Gruene Hall. Additionally, Natural Bridge Caverns lie to its west, offering subterranean limestone caves with walkways for exploring.
6% as popular as San Antonio
4 minutes off the main route, 69% of way to Corpus Christi
San Antonio, located in south-central Texas, is a city steeped in colonial history. The Alamo, an 18th-century Spanish mission turned museum, commemorates the famous 1836 battle for Texan independence. The River Walk, a scenic pedestrian promenade along the San Antonio River, is a major attraction with its charming cafes and shops. HemisFair Park's Tower of the Americas offers stunning views of the city.
Most popular city on this route
5 minutes off the main route, 74% of way to Corpus Christi
Best stops along Wichita Falls to Corpus Christi drive
The top stops along the way from Wichita Falls to Corpus Christi (with short detours) are San Antonio River Walk, The Alamo, and The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza. Other popular stops include Texas Capitol, Fort Worth Stockyards, and AT&T Stadium.
The Texas Motor Speedway is a racetrack and arena that hosts many national car racing events. The track is 1.5 miles long and usually features NASCAR races as well as IndyCar races. The speedway also hosts other non-racing related events such as bubble runs, car shows, and the Cowtown fair which make it an exciting place to visit for all ages.
Ladies and Gentlemen (sorry people that's all they say because that's what it is) start your engines ! And your spending limit! Texas Motor Speedway is ready to take all your money in food and drink costs! You will leave here begging for change at the Buccees to get enough gas to make it home. Ever tried $6 dollar coca cola? Well give it a shot here and see what all the fuss is about.. Don't worry though you can bring your own cooler just make sure you bring zero glass! No one wants a cut foot or broken Bud light bottles everywhere.. Be amazed at how fast the cars go around the track and how much faster Randy in the seat in front of you can get completely black out drunk and still manage to keep up with said cars ! Make sure you arrive early so you can get your 17 free backpacks full of cool stuff and stickers and do not trust the guys at the front offering to spin the casino wheel to see if you win a trip to another track! **Hint hint** you will win and then be told how much it cost but for you today since your the big winner it's only gonna be $270 right now!
Also nice tip of the week! When signing up for companies to get your free stuff because let's be honest we all want the junk just have one person in your group do it, take a great screen shot and then send it to everyone to show them.. most of them just want to see the screen that shows thanks for signing up! Your welcome that one is free .. follow me for more tips on how to win one over at other events
Daniel H. — Google review
First time here for FuelFest & it was a wonderful time. $20 for parking was a bit much but the atmosphere and cars were great. I can't wait for the next event!
Coco Mendoza — Google review
First timer and instant fan. Got to watch the race from the comfort of a suite (because of work) but also experienced sitting in the stands. Definitely bring ear plugs. You can bring your own soft cooler and drinks not in glass containers (check the website for the details).
Jan Me — Google review
An absolutely world class race facility. I’ve been coming here since I was a kid when it opened. They have added new open air bar areas to watch races from in the grandstands. Wifi is pretty good on site. The Big Hass TV showing movies (or March Madness!) always adds to the camping experience. The dirt track and Lil’ speedway next door are great too. Tons of new places for food across Hwy 114 as well.
Trevor A — Google review
I came for the Good Guys Car Show. It was really cool and fun. The people there were nice. Some were trying to sell their cars. It was a great experience. Totally recommend!!!!
Michael Hale — Google review
Very large Christmas light event this year with tons of activities and groups with unique Christmas vendors, cheap snacks and drinks with cookie decorating, previous cars on display, photos with Santa and friendly staff. Very safe and family event for all ages.
Lauren SoRelle — Google review
Truly had a blast! We highly recommend getting to the lot early for parking. You able to bring your own food/drink in approved coolers/bags (no glass). No cash accepted so credit/debit is a must. Great family-friendly event close to several major highways. Designated smoking areas. The bathrooms were hot as hell but they had cooling stations to help with the heat. Sunscreen is definitely a must. Sunglasses are also suggested the closer you are seated to the tracks. Those cars kick up a bit of asphalt going around the track. We had a blast!
Travel Smith — Google review
We have attended races with family and friends for many years. We love TMS. One of our favorite tracks. We have never had a bad experience. The staff here is always professional and very friendly. If you get the chance, you must visit this cathedral of speed on the Texas plain.
Tim Parker — Google review
The experience was so much fun. I really enjoyed the cars and the adrenaline rush when they started their engines. It was a great crowd and beautiful day. I am definitely ready to go watch again soon. 🏁
Aida Herrera — Google review
POV: We visited for the Cowtown Fair so my experience is based on that event.
Parking signs were clearly posted, cash accepted (and cards), $5. Plenty of parking spaces available. My family had bought a Groupon for adult entry so we only had to buy kid ticket ($5) and ride wristbands. Wristbands were $25 or else pay $1 per ticket (I THINK that’s how much). Each ride varied on how many tickets it required, some 2 while others 4 each.
I wanted to see the white tigers but I guess they aren’t out at night? The site said all day, but I guess it should say when’s the last show for the day because I assumed it meant until closing which is 11pm. There’s was a dirt bike show at various times during the day and barnyard animals for attractions. We saw (and smelled) some food stands but didn’t buy anything. We considered buying a dart game for our kiddo but when the vendor told us $10/dart we walked away.
We had a lot of fun riding rides and seeing all the lights at night! Fun family date night.
Kristina H — Google review
Of course this place is amazing. I have only been to Phoenix international raceway. When I came here man the feeling of it was so amazing. Our company rented a area because we were sponsoring one of cars. Being in field and getting to experience the race from this perspective was so amazing. Not to mention we had the pit pass where we can walk around and get to actually see what it looks like in the sport of racing. Everyone is so devoted and dialed in like no other. I have a lot more respect for the sport now I got to see it from the inside out.
Derek G — Google review
My first Indy car race was pretty cool. It was all so much bigger in real life. And of course the road of the cars!! Do bring ear protection. Concessions were not as expensive as I expected, and they allow bringing in small, soft-sided coolers. The bathrooms were clean. It was interesting to walk through the Fan Zone. I was just passing through, so I won't be back, but I really enjoyed this first-time experience.
D B — Google review
Immersing oneself in the symphony of 38 roaring cars, each boasting 750 horsepower at full throttle, is an unparalleled experience. Nestled within the embrace of vintage seats and the storied curves of the old track, this super speedway tantalizes the senses, leaving one breathless and yearning for more. Every corner exudes an aura of nostalgia, weaving a tapestry of memories that transcend time.
TJ Dow — Google review
This was my first time to the speedway, and a work event. The parking was easy and Free! Security was nice and we were able to get into our area easily. We even toured pit row and garage area. Our seats had tons of room and shelving for our sinks and food. I know we had upgraded tickets, but I wasn’t expecting that. It was a hot day, but they had lots of cooling stations and areas to stay in the shade. Overall, great experience.
Jason Berne — Google review
I think the only things missing would be charging stations for phones and maybe some kind of "medication" /care for kids if they need some liquid Tylenol or something. Nascar is big on the "future" and spending all day and most of the night is hard miles on these youngsters.
My 6 year old son started experiencing leg cramps in the middle of the truck race and we had to ask the aid station if they had anything, since they didn't we had to start our way back to our vehicle. Luckily by this time we got to see Kyle Busch finish with a ROWDY finish and end the day right!
This was our very first time and we had a great time!
Tim Boatright — Google review
This was not only my first race, but it was my first time at Texas Motor Speedway. An Air Force buddy of mine from Tennessee was gracious enough to buy the tickets.
Texas Motor Speedway is a blast. It was super hot, but we had a blast. Their were several accidents on the track that made for an exciting time. I'm glad no one was hurt.
Thank you, Texas Motor Speedway, for a memorable experience.
Rumple Stiltskin — Google review
Great motor speedway in the South! WAM is held here for Mopar enthusiasts from all over the world! Each year in late March usually, come and see all the over the top decorated Mopars! $25.00 admission with free entry if you enter your Mopar. Great food, fun events, and OVER THE TOP cars and trucks!! Plan on spending over the top as well.
Dianne Montgomery Hocut — Google review
You like speed, you like show, this is the place to go, from nascar to Indy and all the special events. I never get tired to see the great events. It’s the 2 GO place to have fun and a good time. Year after year, it’s clean, variety, service. Is the whole package for grown and kiddos.
Carlos Dannenberg — Google review
Got Crystal a Xtreme Experience Ride-A-Long in #08 Hellcat 707Hp Dodge Charger. Needless to say she absolutely loved it. The Xtreme team was very helpful and courteous. Would definetly do this again, well worth it for around $90 including my "pit pass" purchased off of Groupon...!!!!!
Kelly Orr Wald — Google review
1st time being at Nascar event, didn't like how the paid parking was so far from the gates and the free parking was by the gates, didn't make much sense. Other than that, it was a really great event to go to.
Joshua Fox — Google review
Plenty of restrooms once you getting inside. They could use some outside in the parking area. Leaving after a NASCAR race is a nightmare. Just bring something to eat and sit by your car for a couple of hours. Save yourself some headache that way.
Goldie Robinson — Google review
Went for a tour of the track and couldn't recommend more! Big thanks to Willis who was a great guide, and took us on a few speedy laps round the track! (Rang up to book prior)
Chloe — Google review
Great experience for any NASCAR fan. Regardless of the issues with TMS, the staff and the facilities go above and beyond in the name of the fan experience. SMI has their stuff together with this place. The hate is not deserved in my opinion.
The SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium is one of the most popular attractions in Dallas with a family-friendly environment and lots of interactive exhibits. Visitors can explore 16 zones including an ocean tunnel and touch tanks.
Sea Life is a nice, little, mostly self-guided aquarium. My boyfriend and I spent about 40 minutes here, but we arrived about 90 minutes before closing. At that time, the exhibits that included talks or demonstrations with the aquarium staff were already done for the day. Those exhibits were still open to view, and there were some employees around that offered some tidbits of information, which was nice. Each tank or area has little screens displaying what you could see in the tank and little bit of info about each creature, as well as various “fin facts” displayed on the walls. Sea Life also has a 360° tunnel where you’ll find yourself surrounded by various species of shark, fish, stingrays, and other creatures. We enjoyed our visit and would recommend this aquarium to anyone looking for a fun place to visit that you can spend as little or as much time as you want.
Emily L — Google review
This was so much fun! It was pretty crowded when I visited (I think a field trip was happening), but the place is well-laid out which helped really well with the flow of traffic. Staff were knowledgeable and friendly. It's also super clean - all the exhibits were easy to see into and there were information screens that let you learn about each species within the exhibits more specifically. Loved all of the interactive options throughout the exhibits too. Spent about an hour here.
Renee Brandt — Google review
Actually the aquarium is bigger than you'd think. Definitely would recommend and would return. Very child influenced with lots of small features for kids. The customer service is great and the photographer at the beginning was very polite. 5/5 experience.
Hurp Durp — Google review
Neat place for adults and children alike, the aquarium has interactive menus of wildlife facts for each room, unique experiences like touch pools, and the walk-thru tunnels are stunning. A good amount of stairs so if you bring small children or strollers be aware of that. We spent about an hour here and enjoyed the sights at a good pace.
Nicole Cook — Google review
My 2 year old and 13/14 year old niece/nephew loved it as well. Had a lot to see and an interactive sea turtle activity for them. A big 360 shark tunnel and a smaller piranha tunnel. There was a small corral and starfish tank for kids to touch them. Good for the price. A nice gift shop was also available to purchase items at the end.
Mireya — Google review
Hubs and visited without the grandson all because I wanted to take it slow and soak in all the beauty. The staff was available to answer a couple of questions too! I absolutely love this aquarium and how it’s part of a network helping our aquatic friends.
Kim Steadman — Google review
This is a nice place to bring the kids. Conveniently located inside grapevine mall, this place kept the kids busy and entertained. The 360 tunnel is beautiful, and you feel as if you are in the ocean with the animals. They also have a touch tank where kids can touch a star fish.
Overall, it was a great experience
Ameer Ahmed — Google review
We drove an hour to get here.
The manager with short grey hair and the equality mask (I forgot to read her name tag) was very kind and so were the other staff members everyone was very patient.
I was overwhelmed today by the generosity of the staff. This is a very beautiful aquarium and perfect for little ones. My favorite were the jellies and my kids loved every bit of their adventure today especially touching the sea stars ✨
Thank you for the amazing time y’all have no idea how much a blessing this place was for us today. There’s been so so much going on and today was a reminder that there’s good things that happen too 💕
Thank you!!
Veronica bool — Google review
Affordable and decent for a mall sea life attraction. We enjoyed the VR experience (extra charge). Great for smaller kids--teens will be bored. When we went we just missed the field trip crowd--whew!! Was able to take our time and walk and enjoy the tanks in peace. The staff was friendly and seemed well informed regarding the various types of fish.
Tam Christian — Google review
Stopped in on a Saturday afternoon, around 1pm. It wasn’t busy at all which was nice. Exhibits were beautiful. Took my teenage daughter & “adult” child, they both enjoyed the experience. My biggest feedback would be for the young lady at the end who printed our pictures. Wish I would have caught her name. Definitely an opportunity for better customer service skills. To be fair she was young but a little patience and explanation goes along way. Especially when there aren’t people waiting.
Overall it was a pretty cool experience.
Tiffany Fiegel — Google review
Very busy because we went on spring break, but this aquarium is worth the money. It was way better than the one in Houston, that's for sure! My whole family enjoyed it.
Megan H — Google review
The aquarium is little bit cute. Nice experience for kids. The aquarium is clean and appears that they take very good care of their fishes :) I will come back.
Jenny V — Google review
Fun place to take the whole family. A lot bigger than I thought it was from the outside. But I still think it's not worth the $26 per person. But if you're trying to do a quick fun activity with the kids and don't want to drive to Dallas it's totally worth it.
Emiliano Barragan — Google review
Kids loved it! It's nicer than I expected for an aquarium in a mall. Staff were knowledgeable and friendly. It's also super clean. All of the exhibits are clean and visible, and there are information screens that let you learn about each species within the exhibits more specifically. We would definitely come back. Gift shop has a great selection on souvenirs as well.
Amber Russyn — Google review
Very well organized place. The staff was super friendly. My kiddos really enjoyed themselves. The displays are really awesome to look at. And the fish tunnel is amazing. Very awesome for a mall aquarium. Also the gift shop is not that expensive.
Amber Westberry — Google review
The place was really fun and clean. The staff were very friendly and the exhibits were interactive. We went on a day a school field trip was going on so they let us leave and explore the mall and come back and enjoy the aquarium twice. Definitely a highlight of our trip!
Aaron Ford — Google review
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I loved this family experience! Staff was always friendly and the animals were awesome! Tons of fun interactive features and fun environments as you are walking throughout. Lots of areas to view all the sea creautures from, especially the giant shark tube thing. (There are bathrooms) Would highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for a good time!
Mr.E — Google review
Really enjoyed this. It had lots of places to "pop up" in the middle of the aquariums. It is surprising to me that this is run by the same people who run the Lego Experience next door. I would recommend this to people with young kids.
Chantel Chapman — Google review
My brother and I visited for a holiday treat, and the experience was memorable. Staff were happy to answer questions about the many creatures, and we appreciated the care in educating visitors with pictures and "fin facts." Seeing the sea life so closely in the underground tunnel was the highlight of our visit. Afterward, my brother found a plush stingray and asked me to buy it for him. A wonderful way to spend a Sunday afternoon.
Natasha L — Google review
This is a really neat aquarium with good exhibits and some fun activities for kids. Younger kids will enjoy the several spots where they can pop up into a bubble to look around in the tank. It was not at all busy on a weekday.
Samantha Durrance (Belicek) — Google review
Was a bit in shock that this level of aquarium is basically hidden inside grapevine Mills Mall. Having been to the Dallas world aquarium multiple times, I can definitely say if you're in the grapevine Mills area, there's no reason to drive to Dallas. Sea life was huge with walk-through aquariums shark tanks, virtual reality rides – – pretty much anything else that One would expect at an aquarium. One of the highlights was probably the virtual rides, as well as the anemone petting pool where one can actually feel live anemones! We also really like the manta ray tanks and the jellyfish tank which was absolutely mesmerizing with hundreds of jellyfish floating around. This place is way larger than you'll expect and very cool!
Steven H — Google review
The best aquarium I’ve seen in a long time! Lots of stuff to see and interact with for being a small in the mall aquarium. Price was reasonable for the attraction. Our granddaughter really liked it and had lots of fun!!
Marla Young — Google review
Absolutely loved it. One of the best aquariums I have visited. It’s not like the typical aquarium you go to. It’s definitely worth the money. It is a bit crowded on weekends. Best to purchase tickets online.
Kourtnee Finley — Google review
Trying it for the first time with my family and it is awesome, we are from Haltom City and the places inside the mall, the food and all the unexpected stuff that happens during the trip here and back are amazing memories for us. I do recommend families to try it at least once and to get the combined tickets of Sea Life and Legoland.
Lalo Huerta (LA familia) — Google review
Went here the same day as Lego Land, in fact, bought tickets as a combo deal. The aquarium was a much better experience. Still, of course, the parking situation was awful. But the aquarium was very clean, and the layout was perfect as it guided you through the entire experience. The tunnel where fish are all around you made me dizzy, but it was still awesome! If it were not for the parking , I would do it again because I am certain it would feel different each time.
Gina S — Google review
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Grapevine Mills, 3000 Grapevine Mills Pkwy, Grapevine, TX 76051, USA
What an amazing experience! We were there yesterday. It is called the Christmas capital for a reason. Beautiful Christmas atmosphere with dancing lights, snow showers ( not real but felt real!) , Christmas music, pictires with Santa, yummy holiday food samples and so much more!
A must visit arpund Christmas time.
Gigi G — Google review
These are some of the photos of 38th Annual Main Street Festival. The Festival lasts for May 20, 21 and 22 2022.
There are a lot of people at this festival and there are bands, varieties of foods and rides for children.
There are also different things that you can buy as well. There's also wine tasting, jewelry that you can buy and more.
The booths are scattered throughout the festival and each both offers something different. This particular event is kid friendly and has something for everyone in it.
Tori U — Google review
So much to see during the holidays, but a joy to experience year round. The restaurants, shops, and weekend farmers markets are beyond adorable and unique. Great for brunch, gifting, or just a change if scenery.
Alexandra G — Google review
Perfect place for a nice walk, full of history, shops, restaurants, and lots of spots for great pictures. It has the perfect small town vibe but within minutes of Dallas and Fort Worth.
Alfonso Jerezano — Google review
Rocky & I love visiting historic Downtown Grapevine! Especially during Christmas. Rocky is the 2020 & 2021 Dog Days of Denton SpokesDog and he loves walking main street and meeting so many nice people.
Lisa V — Google review
Grapevine is often called the "Christmas Capital of Texas", and going off their downtown you can definitely see why. A majority of the buildings are elaborately decorated, and there is an abundance of photo opportunities if you need to create last-minute Christmas cards. There are plenty of interactive elements, including a model train exhibit in the visitor center, a live blacksmith, and snowman which come to life to sing a "Can't Stop the Feeling" parody at night.
I will say a high percentage of the shops fall under the "tourist trap" category: I'm a big fan of weird socks, but once you see the same designs for the dozenth time it starts to get a bit tiring. There seemed to be an outsized focus on small businesses, so that's nice.
It gets very crowded during the Christmas season. I first arrived at a Sunday around 5, and the adjacent parking garage was completely full, leading to a 20 minute wait to find a parking spot. It got ridicously slammed by 7. On a Tuesday I arrived at 11am to low crowds but it got a bit busy by 1 and started to really pick up by when I left at 3. The rate for the garage is thankfully very reasonable.
If you are in the DFW area, I definitely recommend visiting. Even beyond Christmas, downtown Grapevine has a lot of interesting historical landmarks throughout as one of the oldest incorporated communities in the metroplex, and although I complained about the shopping options, there are some real gems here. Grapevine is right next to the DFW airport and within a 30 minute drive of most major cities in the area, so travel should not be a big issue.
Jimmy Crisp — Google review
‘‘Twas the night before Christmas in downtown Grapevine. We had a blast walking and enjoying the lights.
E MEZA — Google review
We only go for Christmas. But let me tell you,
Grapevine Texas downtown, it's amazing!!!🎄🙌👍❤️
Gloria Landeros — Google review
Absolutely lovely historic neighborhood to walk around. It is so rustic, laid back and yet vibrant.
The business center of Fort Worth, Texas is the Stockyards National Historic District. This district covers 98 acres and features a variety of restored buildings from the late 19th century, when the city was known for its cattle industry. Today, the Stockyards is a tourist attraction with cowboy-themed shops and restaurants.
Saw the cattle drive which was very cool! Some gigantic horns on the cattle that came through. It was cool to experience traditional Texas culture that way. Lot's of interesting shops in the area as well. If you want a sense of Texas culture, this is a place to go.
Cameron Farah — Google review
Great experience! You must be there on time for the longhorn steer street parade. This 140 year plus historic center of live stock processing/sales tells a great story about the early years of this industry. There are many great attractions, restaurants and bars close by to enjoy. Parking is plentiful, but be prepared to walk as it's required to enjoy the full experience. FOLLOW ME for more thoughtful recommendations as I travel the world 🌎
Vincent Randy Heslop — Google review
For someone who's never been to Texas and who loves Western vibes, this was such a cool visit! The sculptures and buildings were lovely and it was great to see the Coliseum where there's still rodeos today. Unfortunately on this occasion I missed the longhorns running the street but I'll def check that out on my next visit. So much history here......
Fiona Lochrin — Google review
Popular tourist spot but great for tourists and locals alike. Lots of fun things for kids. Cool area to walk around, see the animals. The petting zoo was fun ($5 to get in, $3 for a cup of seeds that lasted well). Longhorns are definitely cool to see in person. Lots of shopping and restaurants. Lots to see and do. Parking all over. There’s a long narrow lot that’s east access without dealing with driving down the main drag - $15 on the weekend (all day)
Stephanie O'Callaghan — Google review
This place was amazing. So much to see and do. Loved the cattle drive, the horse drawn carriage ride, being able to get pictures of my mom sitting on a bull, and the live entertainment. The John Wayne museum was also very interesting.
Just be prepared EVERYTHING/EVERYWHERE IS CREDIT CARD ONLY - NO CASH. Also would highly recommend using the valet parking service.
Frog Lover — Google review
Went in December on a Monday morning so not much was happening. There was some Christmas activities going on like ice skating and pictures with santa. Not a whole lot of people were around so it was nice to walk around without people or traffic.
I walked past this bizarre storage room of interesting taxidermy. Since it's winter the train wasn't running through the station to drop and pick people up. The cattle drive was kind of fun but also a bit uneventful. They just walked past us normally.
Kelly Low — Google review
Cool and interesting place to check out, they do cattle drive 2x daily, at 11:30 and 4pm. There are shops and restaurants you can eat nearby. Kids loved the pony rides at $8 a person, we also did the horse ride at $15 per person, and mini train ride at $5 a person. Bathroom on the outside by the trailer is cleaner!
Rita L — Google review
Loved the Stockyards! The cattle drive is really cool and the staff was great fun. The shops on the main drag are expensive unless you really want high-end cowboy clothes, but all the shops down at the depot are fun for souvenirs and bargains. Would definitely go here again.
Alex L — Google review
This is definitely a must-do if you ever find yourself in Fort Worth. The Historic Stockyards do not disappoint one bit. There are many shops, restaurants, shows, and other activities that will give you almost a full day of fun. As you walk down the Stockyard Strip (Exchange Ave), the smell of smoked BBQ will delight your senses. Horse drawn carriage rides are available, as well as photo opportunities with some real longhorn steer. Twice a day they have a cattle drive, it doesn’t last very long (roughly10 minutes), but it’s definitely worth it to see the longhorn steer parade down the road as they have daily for over 20 years.
Depending on when you choose to visit, parking can be a little challenging. There is paid parking on Exchange Ave, however, I recommend walking a little further to the main or side roads if you want to park for free.
I highly recommend the Fort Worth Stockyards for a unique Texas experience.
Monica Hernandez — Google review
Such a cool place. If you’re in Fort Worth then the Stockyards should be top of your list to visit.
A real authentic cowboy town with loads to do for people of all ages. There is a cattle drive twice a day which is worth catching, there’s plenty of shops to browse as well as great places to eat and cool saloons for a drink and some live music.
We were a family with children aged 16, 13 and 8 and they all enjoyed it. Will definitely be coming back
Anthony Fincher — Google review
In short - it's like old cowboy town /village.
I liked the place very much you will get see horses, bulls, horse carts (15$ ride), vintage cars. Vintage looking food restaurant, steak house, burger house etc. themed gifts shops with actually good gift items [all pics attached].
MAKE SURE YOU VISIT AT A SPECIFIC TIME OF DAY WHEN YOU HAVE 1HR DURING DAY LIGHT AND 2-4 HRS DURING NIGHT. This will help you enjoy both days view and night lightings.
Ritesh Khodiyar — Google review
It was way too hot. So we did lots of shopping to keep cool. Their parking lots suck. No card readers for us techno challenged folks. My sister and niece couldn't figure out how to pay by phone and ended up getting a $40 parking ticket. I drove my car and was able to pay using my PayPal so no parking ticket for me. But they should have a card reader. One of the shops I was in the employee said there are a lot of complaints regarding parking so beware, you better have a way to pay using your phone, otherwise you will get a ticket. It was so hot that they didn't have the longhorns walk through the streets like they normally do. But there was other fun stuff to do. You could do a trail ride on friendly horses, and right next to that was a petting zoo. Next time we'll go in the fall and not the summer. We went on a Wednesday and we were told more activities were available on weekends.
Susan Tanos — Google review
This is a wonderful family fun friendly place. The kids loved it. We loved it. Shops, fun activities, characters, mini-dramas, and the inside climate controlled full rodeo. Suggestion: buy your tickets online inadvanced. We didn't have bad seats, but didn't have a lot to choose from and would have liked to be closer than we were.
elizabeth jorge — Google review
My visit to the Fort Worth Stock Yards was great! We stayed at the Hotel Drover, and walked around to all the nearby shops and restaurants. We watched the cattle drive, took a horse and buggy ride, enjoyed some delicious Mexican food, and bought some great Texas souvenirs! I highly recommend a visit to the stock yards if you’re in the area.
Lisa Kasdorf — Google review
If you're in Dallas and you're looking for something different, this place is a MUST, specially if you're into cowboy vibes. There's a free-of-charge show everyday at 11:30am and 4:00pm, which consists of a "parade" with long horn cows and some guys riding horses, they explain the history of the place among other interesting facts. You can drink on the streets, there are plenty of bars and restaurants and it's also a good place for shopping. It's a place perfect for the family or simply to go with friends and have a good time. We all enjoyed it a lot.
Juan Pablo Santiago — Google review
Action packed entertainment from start to finish! If you have never been to a rodeo this is a must see if in Fort Worth. Stockyards features bull riding, bucking broncos, tie down roping of calves, and barrel racing. Events are held in the Cowtown Coliseum, an indoor rodeo so the weather does not matter. The Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District portrays the Western heritage of the Texas livestock industry. Twice a day there is a well-attended longhorn cattle drive on the street. Truly an awesome way to spend a day.
Bill Z — Google review
this is an amazing place to visit if you like cowboys culture or like to have a great BBQ! you will find a magical place to stay and enjoy with your families, there a lot of things to do for your children and a vast amount of shops and very good restaurants, don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy this place!
Joabian Alvarez — Google review
Is it worth going, sure. Is there a lot to do aside from shopping and eating....ehhh.
We spent the whole day there and enjoyed our time. While there are things to do, including the herd and a few museums, it's mostly food and shopping over a majority of the place.
It's fun to walk around the area, and themed to match the history of the location.
Parking is by QR code. Something like $15/10hrs....something like that. There are on signs in the parking lot.
Neil Howell — Google review
The best tourist's attraction in Fort Worth! Lots of people during the weekend (F U Covid!). The area was vacated last year but has since gained back its patrons! And I'm glad because this place has so much history and culture. There is the rodeo, the museum of cattle trading, the historic buildings converted to hotels and restaurants. Two of my favorite BBQ places are in this area.
Hanson Tran — Google review
Saw the Cattle Drive today and also saw it in December close to Christmas time and it was absolutely amazing both times. Before it started there was this awesome Texan there talking about the history and it was quite fascinating, I learned so much.
We got to take pics with the longhorn and see the cows which was awesome.
The entire street, the look, the stores are all worth it. It was absolutely amazing.
If you're in forth worth you gotta check this is you won't be disappointed at all.
Definitely recommend a visit.
Melisha Camile — Google review
Love this place! It’s CRAZY FUN. If you love or like the old western this is the place for you. Plenty of fun, food, drinks. Entertainment, accommodations and most importantly lots of PARKING. We moved to the DFW Area over a year ago and we love that this area has so much to offer. Fun for everyone Men, Women and Definitely Children. Please visit the museum and tours first as they will allow you to fully understand and embrace the time period. Last Don’t forget to watch the Cattle Drive which happens every day at 11:30 am and 4:00 pm Most importantly have fun, I me and my family did. We will definitely be back. Thank you Texas Stockyards
ND 4LIFE — Google review
I was bracing myself for a tourist trap but I was very wrong.
Friendliness:
Firstly, everyone working in the stores and restaurants I visited and the staff involved in the shows and attractions were very welcoming and friendly. The prices for food, souvenirs and attractions are normal and reasonable. No price gouging in any of the places I visited.
Attractions:
There’s something for everyone in the family. The cattle drive is entertaining and the comedy shootout show afterwards is a must see. Carriage rides were also fun but I really enjoyed simply hanging out in the well maintained Exchange Ave where you can have beer while you walk around.
Parking rates ($16.50 a day) are expensive if you are visit only for couple of hours but worth it if you are spending a whole day. Furthermore, there is a good amount of parking. There were few empty spots close to all the attractions on a Saturday of memorial weekend around noon.
Fansntt — Google review
Absolutely wonderful place to take the family or friends. Lots of restaurants and bars. A place where you can sit and relax and enjoy the amazing views of nature and people. Lots of variety of food choices. You can enjoy the boat tours and they have park Police so you can few extra safe as well. We will come back again for sure!!
Brandon Jakubik — Google review
Stockyards in Fort Worth is a truly captivating destination that offers a rich blend of history, culture, and entertainment. Stepping into this lively district feels like taking a step back in time, immersing oneself in the Old West. The iconic cattle drives are a sight to behold, as cowboys expertly maneuver herds of longhorns through the streets, creating an authentic and exhilarating experience. The historic buildings and wooden sidewalks further enhance the ambiance, transporting visitors to a bygone era. Whether you're exploring the unique shops, enjoying a delicious meal at one of the many restaurants, or catching a live rodeo show, Stockyards effortlessly captures the spirit of the Wild West and leaves a lasting impression.
Moreover, Stockyards offers a plethora of entertainment options that cater to a wide range of interests. History buffs can delve into the past at the Stockyards Museum, which houses fascinating exhibits showcasing the area's rich heritage. For those seeking adrenaline-pumping thrills, there are plenty of opportunities to witness exciting rodeo events or try your hand at bull riding. Live music fills the air, as various venues offer an array of performances, from classic country tunes to modern beats. The friendly atmosphere and warm hospitality of the locals add to the overall charm of Stockyards, making it a must-visit destination for anyone looking for an authentic Western experience in Fort Worth.
Maria Laura Jimenez — Google review
This is a great place to see some of the history of Texas. The area is full of restaurants and bars. You can also see live rodeo at night and watch cattle drives during the day. We saw one at high noon. Parking in the middle of the area seems limited. We had to use valet parking for our hotel. There are also several shops selling Texas style clothing and accessories.
Eddie H — Google review
Cute little tourist area. I loved the Fort Worth vibes. Similar to any main st. it's put together nicely with a lot of boutique food choices. If you need a hat or boots, they have you covered, too. My only complaint was the traffic on the street next to the stockyards and the food I had at a music place was unfortunately not tasty. Probably should have done the steakhouse.
Vanessa Hines — Google review
Amazing place, walking in Fort Worth I felt like in film, beautiful atmosphere, beautiful people, authentic city, various shops and restaurants. You will not be disappointed! The sunny day made the atmosphere even better, the city was shining with Christmas decorations. Parking places are very close to the central street too.
Evgeniya Khlopchenyuk — Google review
Fun collection of shops built right on the historic stockyards. Pretty cool redevelopment concept and plenty to do, eat, or see. Would definitely recommend visiting if you're in Fort Worth.
Did not catch the cattle stampede but heard good things from people who had. Something for everyone here and quite kid friendly.
Christopher Btine — Google review
FREE event, Christmas parade was awesome! Good vibes, family atmosphere, lots of shops and very good and affordable restaurants. Plenty of parking lots, I think streets are free to park but not sure. We paid $17. Christmas tree is nice looking! There’s so much to see. Bring your beer!
Martha L. — Google review
We visited the stockyard to see the cattle drive. It’s a lot smaller than I had envisioned (maybe only 8 or 10 cows), but you can look at the cows in their pens. There’s lots of activities for kids such as pony rides, a maze, and a petting zoo.
The historic downtown area is really cool! There’s lots of fun stuff in the gift shops.
There’s a few parking lots, and the ones we saw allowed you to pay by scanning a QR code.
Kaylie Pierce — Google review
"Five stars for the Stockyards in Fort Worth, Texas! Visiting the Stockyards is like taking a step back in time to the wild west, with its rich history and vibrant atmosphere.
From the moment you arrive, you're greeted by the iconic sights and sounds of cowboy culture. The historic buildings and wooden sidewalks transport you to a bygone era, while the aroma of barbecue and the sound of live music fill the air.
The Stockyards offer something for everyone, whether you're a history buff, a foodie, or just looking for a good time. You can catch a thrilling rodeo at the Cowtown Coliseum, stroll down Exchange Avenue to shop for western wear and souvenirs, or grab a bite to eat at one of the many delicious restaurants serving up authentic Texas cuisine.
But perhaps the best part of the Stockyards is the sense of community and camaraderie that permeates the area. Whether you're chatting with locals at a saloon or watching the daily cattle drive down Exchange Avenue, you can't help but feel like you're part of something special.
Overall, the Stockyards in Fort Worth is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience the true spirit of Texas. With its rich history, lively atmosphere, and endless entertainment options, it's no wonder it's become a beloved cultural landmark. Five stars all around!"
Nathan Vanden Bosch — Google review
Awesome! Amazing! We had a great time all day. We visited the John Wayne Museum, the Stockyard Museum and the Cowboy Museum. We watched the cattle drive twice and had the best steak I have EVER eaten. Love this place!!
Leslie R. Allison — Google review
Great place to visit, shop, eat and have a fun experience with the Texas longhorns. It's a unique experience getting to watch those massive bulls walk down the center of town. If you are in the area, this is a must!
Matthew Bryant — Google review
I am from out of town in this place is a must for any out of towner. Lots of shopping lots of food lots of things to see. If you go at certain times you can see the steers walk through the street. Very cool place to check out. If you get lucky you might be able to even catch a rodeo.
Ed G — Google review
Five of us visited after arriving in Dallas for a conference, easy to find, plenty of parking and cowboys on every corner.
Plenty of bars and food outlets, horse carriage rides and lots of history to take in.
We didn’t see a show but they are meant to be amazing, if you want to enjoy cars and trucks riding round then you will get to enjoy these also.
If you want dancing lessons you can find these on offer on a Tuesday and Sunday at a bar right at the top of the hill. Very good and they are really helpful teaching you the correct steps.
The Museum of the George W. Bush Presidency contains 14,000 square feet of exhibits that detail the president's eight years in office. The collection also includes a replica Oval Office and a policy institute.
We truly enjoyed the educational and informational visit to this museum. The entry price is a little steep, but it’s part of City Pass so don’t sleep on that deal. We spent a little over two hours and didn’t read every single thing. There’s a nice tribute for 9/11 and details of the days, weeks and months to follow. There’s a replica of the Oval Office which was neat to see. I really enjoyed the segment where Laura talks about true home side of the White House - they really made it feel like home which I have never really given much thought to. All in all, a really nice exhibit.
Cortney Ayers — Google review
The George W Bush Presidential Library and Museum is such a cool museum! There is a replica of the classic Oval Office, a room where you can make presidential decisions that George W. may have faced, and at the time of this review until Dec. 31st this year, there is a special exhibit called “Freedom Matters” that features a pocketbook version of the Magna Carta, Emancipation Proclamation, a 1831 print of the Declaration of Independence, and much more!
Noah A — Google review
This was my first ever visit to a presidential library. The library provides a unique perspective on Bush's runup to the presidency, including the election drama. It also goes into detail on Bush's tenure in office. The museum includes a replica of the Oval Office and an actual reconstructed situation room from his tenure. I would recommend purchasing the City Pass ahead of time to enter at a discounted rate.
Kevin Ashman — Google review
Although we are not big fans of the Bush presidency, we found this library and it’s staff particularly engaging. The library is very well staffed and there is always a guide about that can explain an exhibit or give you some insight into the background of a particular display. The recreated Oval Office was terrific as was the 9/11 exhibit. Overall a very worthwhile visit and one of the better presidential libraries we have visited. We give it four clams on the coveted Five Quahog Rating Scale.
Quahog — Google review
If you've not been, you don't know what your missing. It was so much more than we expected and worth every penny! The oval office was my favorite part. It is an actual replica of the oval office in Washington D.C. We enjoyed getting our picture taken behind the desk and had a lot of fun with that. The displays of gifts received from different countries was very interesting. And a piece of the towers that fell on 9-11 is on display. So many things that reminded us of what it was like when the adults were in charge (not the recent orange clown.) had us missing the old days when our culture was united after 911. I had forgotten what a true dignified president GW Bush was for our country. It's best if you go on a weekday that is not busy, for easier parking and less crowds. Enjoy!
ClaireBear — Google review
i enjoyed my visit. lots to see and learn about his years as president. the oval office was very cool. they take your picture sitting at the desk. the staff was very friendly and talked a lot about each section. well worth the admission price.
John G. Cagle — Google review
I didn't know what to expect when I went to the Presidential Library. It was very cool. The 9/11 parts brought out some emotions in me for sure. I also got to see some really cool old books that were there for a display. Overall, I enjoyed the experience.
Nick Lyon — Google review
I really enjoy the presidential museums. In case you didn't know, this is on the SMU campus. The place is VERY well put together with marble and wood mixed with technology (that's a 20 foot fall screen wrapped around the atrium). I was a child when he was first elected and in high school when he left office. There was a lot here that I had vague memories of, but never studied because it was happening while I was growing up. The exhibits are extremely flattering to Texas culture and I think they did a tasteful job of laying out the challenges and pressures that he encountered as president and how/why he acted as he did. I feel much more respect and understanding now.
They also had a really interesting exhibit on the outside of his new venture - painting. I was not aware of this at all, and it was kind of fun to see him smiling and making art in the videos.
Ty Ebert — Google review
Such a wonderful museum and information center! This is a must visit location for everyone. Make sure to prepare yourself for a lot of reading when you get here though. There are also many shows/mini-shows that are played within this facility if you don’t want to read too much. There are many fun activities to do here too. Overall, I really enjoyed my experience in this wonderful place.
Izz — Google review
The reason for three stars is the price. $50 for myself and 12 year old. No AAA discounts. Easy to get to. Very clean and nicely laid out. When you have a tween in a museum you have maybe an hour tops. So that makes this $$$. Then the pics of you in the oval office are $33!! The goal here needs to be to get as many people in as possible to view this place. And that makes it unaffordable for most.
Amy Williams — Google review
Absolutely amazing
Shows the great history for George w bush
Place was clean the staff was friendly just a heads up there is a $10 parking charge
The only negative I would say was the person at the gift shop who is on his personal phone not paying attention to anything going on we had to wait 3 minutes for him to get off his phone to check us out
Jclaker24 — Google review
As far as presidential libraries go it's OK. The exact or replica of the oval office is great. They also have a piece from the World Trade Center towers. One of my favorite things to see at the presidential libraries are the gifts that are given while they're in office. It's worth seeing. They have a photographer in the oval office but make sure you get your own picture because they charge I believe it's $33 for a set of pictures so just get your own with your own camera.
Greg Alford — Google review
The visit here was really cool. Got to read a lot about the former president and the different events that happened during his presidency.
Walking through the center gives a perspective of what he went through during the duration of his time in office. Some things you may be able to relate to as for some of the events, I know for myself, I was still in school when they happened.
The most touching tribute/ event is the World Trade Center attacks. Part of the south tower can be found here and it really brings back the memories of this horrific tragedy.
Scott Gee — Google review
Excellent attraction that was one of the most polished museums I've been to. It was like a time capsule back to the 2000's. Literally the only things that I thought could be changed were two audio banks that weren't operating and that apparently French Guiana isn't a democracy. In fact, it is, it's an overseas department of France that does vote in French elections.
Michael Molenaar — Google review
Fantastic Presidential Library. Great look into Ws life and presidency. Awesome Docents and staff. Great restaurant. New for this year is the actual Situation Room so definitely check that out, only open on weekends as I understand. Also the replica of the Oval Office is the only one you can actually walk around in. Highly recommended. A credit to George and Laura Bush’s legacy.
Robert Fletcher — Google review
Great library. It highlights all the major events of our nation during this era of our nation. Inside there is a section about 911. This museum is unassuming. Parking lot is small and across from the street and I have to circle couple of times using google maps. I am glad I went there even though I only had an hour to rush through.
frances Peck — Google review
I was in Dallas for the Christmas holiday, and I decided to check out the George W. Bush Presidential Center on the SMU campus.
Prepare to go through an airport-style security check when entering the Center.
There was no line, and I do not see the need to buy advance tickets.
Tickets are $26, which I thought was a little steep - and parking is another $10.
As you enter the lobby, you can see all of the gifts from foreign dignitaries and the American people to President Bush and First Lady Laura Bush, including jewelry, swords and even fancy dog bowls.
The temporary exhibit is all about Freedom and includes an on loan copy of the Magna Carta as well as other key documents from global democracy.
The permanent exhibition goes through President Bush's early life, the election vs. Al Gore, and then his two terms including a large section on 9/11 (with warped steel beams from the WTC).
The most popular part of the exhibit is a replica of the Bush Oval Office, where you can actually have your picture taken at the White House Presidential desk.
The docents are very helpful with their added information, and there is a gift shop as you leave.
Austin Rosenthal — Google review
Really enjoyed visiting the Presidential Center on Presidents day. Went as a family with our 5 and 7 year old who really enjoyed sitting in “the Oval Office”, looking at the gifts given to the president, and learning about the Presidents family including the dogs. The best part was how friendly and knowledgeable ALL the guides were. Shout out to Red who really made the experience fun buy taking so much time to talk to our kids telling them a ton of interesting facts.
Brooke Holden — Google review
Very interesting place, filled with tons of history. With any presidential museum, it's important to take everything with a pinch of salt. It paints the president in a positive light, and might skip over their failures.
For example, I didn't see much about the lies of Iraq's weapons of mass destruction. Also, it's quite pricey compared to other museums in the area at $26. Plus $10 parking. A presidental picture is also $30-35.
Justin Villa — Google review
Absolutely incredible. If you are anywhere in the DFW metro area, this is a must-see. The 9-11 portion of the library is moving, heavy, very emotional and a great reminder of the resolve and kindness we as a people possess. We are capable of facing great difficulty with bravery and providing compassionate support for one another. We must pause to reflect on and remember these moments and values we share and this library captures that beautifully. The historical events I remember from that time as I walked through the library, I realized I'd forgot the context in which they took place and the important decision-impacting details surrounding them. Plan several hours and especially be sure to participate in the "Decision Points" theater.
The Fort Worth Zoo is a world-class zoo with a huge variety of animals. The zoo is very family friendly and perfect for visitors of all ages. The zoo regularly ranks as one of the best zoos in the United States and is home to over 7,000 animals!
Was an amazing experience at the Fort Worth Zoo! Went with my mom and my sister and we had so much fun. There's lots to explore and so much to see even though some of the exhibits were closed due to expanding some of the habitats. We went on a Saturday during nice weather and it was crowded. We rode the train and went to the Stingray area. Saw all the animals that were out and all three of us enjoyed the experience. We will be going back when the other animals are back and would recommend you go enjoy the experience. Before we left we all got cute animal plushies and a back for them to commemorate our time we spent there at the zoo.
Zoey M — Google review
Came here on a Saturday around 3pm. Parking was $5 just right outside the main entrance and there were plenty of spots. Tickets that day were $18 for adult at the gate, and $17 if you buy it online. This zoo was pretty nice and was extremely family friendly. There were attractions for kids and adults so it's suitable for all age groups. A good variety of animals at this zoo. They had a petting zoo which was fun. I enjoyed the giraffes the most even though I did not get a chance to feed them. I enjoyed my time here.
N C. — Google review
I visited for the first time in April on a weekend - it was my first time visiting a zoo in nearly a decade. Prices were fair - $5 parking and $17 per ticket if purchased online. The weather was perfect in Texas and the crowd was quite large, too.
The grounds and restrooms are well kept. Kudos to the staff.
Majority of the animals were active. There are numerous exhibits to visit and enjoy. It was a great experience overall and took us about 2-3 hours to explore.
Victoria Briars — Google review
Fort Worth Zoo, was very nice. They had a lot of great animals that were fairly active in the morning. The exhibits gave multiple angles of most of the animals and was pretty relaxing. Pathways are smooth and big enough to support light traffic. Tickets can be bought on site or online. Parking is 5$ the lot seems adequate. Went on a Sunday morning was a little busy but not too crazy. Takes about 2-3 hours to see the zoo but you could spend more time if you wanted too. I’d definitely recommend checking it out if your in the area.
charles compton — Google review
It has been a wonderful experience. Seeing all these cute animals so close has been wonderful. Perfect to enjoy a good time with the family and treasure some memories. What if I recommend it to you? Of course, the kids will love it. recommendations? You can go on Wednesdays, it's half price. You can bring an umbrella and your own water if you wish.
kim de bel — Google review
There's a lot of beauty and a lot to last about mammals, birds, aquatic life, and more. The wild West section is so fun. I loved the flamingos who are there to greet you at the entrance. Ibex are fun to watch scale mountains. Giraffe, leopard, rhino, ostrich, elephant. There are a couple of spots to enjoy air condition and eat.
Queen Meranda — Google review
LOVE this zoo! Went this past weekend and I’m so happy we went. My son got to feed the giraffes and also touch and feed the stingrays. My in-laws had a lot of fun with how interactive the zoo is!
Jane Naiuli — Google review
Absolutely stunning every time. I'm so glad they are redoing so many exhibits to give these beautiful creatures more space and enrichment. I love how interactive this zoo is. Highly recommend checking out the elephant training sessions!
Kit Rickard — Google review
We had a good experience. Somehow we didn’t get charged for parking which is generally 5 dollars.
We walked the whole Zoo in about 2 hours. It wasn’t as big as I anticipated it to be.
20 bucks per person for admission.
I see this is one of the top zoos in America?? Hmm not sure I feel that is an accurate assessment. It’s really not that large and there isn’t THAT many animals
Miranda — Google review
Compared to the San Antonio Zoo, you can tell that they actually truly care about the animals and the scenery here. Once the construction is done, it will be even more beautiful for the public. To all of the people complaining about the parking, you do realize you will even have to walk within the zoo as well. IT IS A ZOO! School field trips, etc etc happens. Get over it.
God IsGood — Google review
I love this zoo. I've been coming here for 55 years and there always seems to be something different every time I'm here. The first time we were here this year was an unpleasant experience, half the exhibits were closed as well as half the restaurants. Plus there really is a lot of construction going on.
However, we went back this morning at 9, on a Monday, which I recommend for membership holders. There was no line to get in, there was free water and an orange, the animals were out eating and being active. We got a lot of good pictures. It appears the birds are back on exhibit. And there still is a lot of construction going on however the progress they're making is very rapid. All the exhibits are top-notch. And those didn't look up to their standards are being improved. Even during the hot summer, if you go on membership Mondays, the shade of the trees and the wind are enough to keep you cool for the most part. Also worth mentioning, the train and Carousel are free on Mondays all day to membership holders as well.
Dane Adkisson — Google review
The zoo was pretty cool. There were plenty shaded areas, a decent amount of animals to see but I especially enjoyed how close the giraffes came (to be fed, at cost) they also do activity / education at certain times which are posted by the animals, usually in front. I also recommend getting a map because you are sure to miss animals if you don’t.
Tatyana Taylor — Google review
This has to be the most themed zoo I've ever been too. Really beautiful with waterfalls everywhere. Even some misting stations to help with that Texas heat. My favorite exhibit was probably the giraffe one. For $5 you get to feed them. I didn't see any live shows or an aquarium but still one of my top 5 zoo's I've been to.
Vegas stoker — Google review
Well worth it. The price of admission is very reasonable and I saw so many animals. The enclosures mostly felt like they were great sizes. Was a little confusing to navigate at first, I went straight to Texas area but should have done the other path first as it meant I ended up doubling back and then back again later. They are sponsored by Dr Pepper so if you like drinks made by Coca Cola bring your own
Robyn — Google review
Lots of Animals! Had a great time! The new Predators exhibit was great with Lions, Tigers, Hyenas, and Leopards. The Zoo had come a long way and you even feel like you’re in a real jungle. Also the lions used to be hard to view, but with the new enclosure, you can see them easily!
Luke — Google review
This was a great zoo! One of the best that I have been too. The exhibits had animals that were out and easy to see. Parking was $5 and plentiful. This a must place to take the family when visiting Fort Worth.
Brandon Bowman — Google review
It is a very nice place, I really liked it and my daughter was excited about the animals. Although we couldn't see some of them due perhaps to the cold weather, we still enjoyed it. The giraffes are excellent... it is a little big so we walked around it for about 3 hours. everything went pretty well! I would definitely go again.
grecia Albarran — Google review
Went with my boyfriend for his birthday, and we both absolutely loved it!! First time seeing a giraffe and elephant, so to me that was so cool!
The reptile exhibit as well was amazing !! There are soooo many !! My favorite was the green mamba or the komodo dragon!
My boyfriend loved the crocodiles and the hippos !!
We also got our tickets on the website so we didn't need to wait to get in, which was super nice !! Totally recommend coming to this zoo! ❤️❤️
Madison Adams — Google review
FAVORITE zoo, bar none! Absolutely gorgeous gardens inside and out. Meticulously kept. Beautiful exhibits. Many, many animals that were all in beautiful, humane enclosures. Great dining and gift shops. Outstanding decor throughout the zoo. Very friendly staff. Clayton in one of the gift shops was so cordial and helpful.
Dana Grimm — Google review
This is an awesome zoo. Really enjoyed our time here. It’s worth going just to see the gharial exhibit, but there are so many other amazing enclosures. I’d recommend having at least 2-3 hours planned to spend here, especially if you want to see everything,
Brendan — Google review
So far, one of the best Zoo I ever been. It’s very thematic , you can feed giraffes, you can pets a snakes, and more many things. Very nice for families, too. Lot of shops and food around. Very nice place, all my recommendations.
Vojkan Dimitrijevic — Google review
This is definitely a good sized zoo so be prepared for minimum 2 hours here. We took 2 and half hrs here but was great so many animals to see we did the giraffe feeding and it was fun. We went on a cloudy day so the animals were there hanging out. Plenty of restrooms areas, benches for a quick drink/snack break. We enjoyed our time here highly recommend
izzy Santos — Google review
The Fort Worth Zoo sets the bar high for expectations when going to the zoo. Leaders in education and conservation, we love being members and sharing our experiences with friends and family. Open every day of the year, it’s an excellent outing for people of all ages and abilities.
Six Flags Over Texas is the perfect place for a family-friendly amusement park trip. With over 50 rides and activities, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Plus, live bands and family-oriented shows make it an unforgettable experience.
Six Flags is always a great place to take the family. Even though we’ve been to many haunted houses throughout the years and many theme parks, we always enjoy Six Flags over Texas in Arlington. Seems like they still have their stuff together even though we have not been back since Covid began in 2020 the prices for the season passes are quite a bit more than what we remember than being yet. Everything has gone up due to inflation. We went to almost all of the haunted houses and they are still on point. I love how when they get something right they do not try to overdo it, they said safe boundaries to where you can take the whole family and are very creative in their execution. Well done Six Flags well done. Even though I am afraid to ride roller coasters, I still ride the big ones like the Texas giant, the Titan, Batman, and Mr. freeze. It just doesn’t seem like a theme park without them anymore.
Brian Allen — Google review
It was awesome, thrilling experience. It is well maintained, sanitized, neat and clean. All Covid safety measures being followed. Every ride experience was thrilling, only thing is, we need to wait for minimum half an hour for every ride otherwise its good
Satnam Singh — Google review
Six Flags over Texas is a great place to spend the day. Whether you have younger kids or you are just out for a date, this place truly has something for everyone. The thrill rides are amazing, the kids area is super fun, and the live shows will even keep those who are uninterested in rides entertained. Extra worth the trip during the holiday season.
Melissa Himes — Google review
This theme park really exceeded my expectations for both the rides and the park itself!
It's really big we actually spent 8 hours and were not able to go on every ride
They have some amazing coasters and other rides which are truly entertaining
Also there's a whole area just for kids with rides for them so it's a really good place to go with your entire family
I thought the price was a little high and almost $85 p/p plus you have to consider food and beverages unless you take your own but other than that I would say it's one of America's greatest theme parks
Edgardo José Soto Junco — Google review
It's been over 20 years since I've been to Six Flags so I was so excited to return with my children. They have something for everyone. My kids range from 18-2 and they all had fun. As always the lines were super long but the weather was perfect so we could not complain a bit. All of the workers we encountered were very friendly. I was so thankful they had designated smoking areas but everytime I went to one there were quite a few people smoking weed with kids running all around. The food was reasonably price. The cups for 17.99 were worth it with unlimited refills for the day and the popcorn buckets had $.99 refills all day. My daughter was too excited when she saw Tweety bird and we got some cute pics. There were a few rides that I was excited to get on but they were closed (Raging Rapids, Log ride, The Titan). The bathrooms were clean unlike I remember as a teenager. There were people in each bathroom cleaning as people went in and out. I'm sure we'll be getting season passes for my 4 kids soon. I can't wait to go back and make more memories with my family.
T Shawn Carter — Google review
Did 11 out of 15 rides on the same day with the Flash Pass; I ordered the platinum one (210$ a day) as I wanted to make sure I complete as many rides as I can since I'm not from around here and I don't know when I'll be back again; best decision I've ever made.
I was a bit sad that "the joker" was closed, as it was one of my targets; it was windy so the ride was closed for the safety of everyone.
Overall the place is huge and is great for everybody, adults and kids. The lines are organized, and none was pushing/shoving or trying to get in front - great atmosphere.
My favorite ride was the Superman, and even though Mr. Freeze and The Texas Giant are considered more thrilling, something about the drop in Superman was super extreme; I really liked it!
Meir Gabay — Google review
Awesome experience. Almost every attraction is very fun.
I don't give it 5 stars because the batman and MrFreeze Rollercoaster were out of service.
The one I dont recommend is the snake one near the entrance, is more an injury hazard than fun, it was the one with the slowest line and we all came out beaten up with neck pain and is not even that fun.
The stars from the park are The Texan Giant and Titan, the last one being the fastest Rollercoaster I have been in my life, is a must if you go to the park.
Ricardo Rodriguez Mossini — Google review
I love Sixflags, but they have serious problems when you buy the tickets using Google Pay. I bought the tickets and the transaction was pending but it didn't go through, they gave me the money back but I had to call them to be sure the transaction wasn't confirmed and it took hours to communicate with them. The park has amazing roller coasters! Aquaman is great! I went during the flight fest on Saturday and it was very good even though the park was busy
Laura Alexandra — Google review
Pretty Nice park. However being from Ohio Cedar Point is just pretty hard to beat. This park is very nice but lacking when it comes to rides and roller coasters. If you ever go to Cedar point in Sandusky Ohio, you’ll know what I mean. I do like the way this six flags park is laid out & the landscaping is attractive. The entrance to the park was very littered and needs attention ASAP. The park food is super pricey $$ but I guess everything is now. Overall we had fun.
Matt Haun — Google review
It was a cloudy day this day, we visited for the children birthday and with children, you can't do much because they're unable to ride most of the rides, which half of the park was closed on November 18th due to a special 💙 event for Thanksgiving and Christmas. The children had a ball on this day it was their birthdays 🎂 🥳 🎉 🎈 🎁 🎊 ‼️ I do recommend visiting the park grounds, the rides are out of this world 🌎. If you are a thrill seeker than you are in for a ride. I wasn't able to obtain good footage of every ride but the grounds are spectacular 👌🏾 ✨️ 🙌🏾 😉 😎.
Antonio Morales (MoeCortez) — Google review
This is an older park and there are some areas that show it. I visited in April so very light crowd. Some HS day trips. A large choice of rollercoasters. But the only live shows was not real elaborate. Twenty minutes sing and dance at a open pavilion. And a mariachi band.
Steve Schmidt — Google review
I enjoyed the afternoon hanging out with my kids. The lines were a bit long but that's normal during Spring Break. The food was pretty good. It was worth the price and I can't wait to go again
Matilda Rios — Google review
29 years old, and this was my first time to Six Flags.
I got to enjoy this experience with my wife, kids, and other Family. It turns out my oldest daughter is just as much a roller coaster rider as I am!
It was a spectacular experience for us all, and we are very glad we chose to spend our Thanksgiving together here.
The park had so much for everyone to enjoy, but do be prepared to do some walking, because this place is HUGE!
I really respect that they offer a Military discount as well, thank you.
We will be back!
Shane Stevens — Google review
You can't go wrong with six flags!!! I go mostly on weekdays and Saturdays no line. Restrooms are clean and the food is fresh. We feel very safe walking in.
Mendy — Google review
It was raining but I still had a blast! Just like old times! This may show my age but I have visited six flags in Arlington since I was 5 back in the 80's. Loved the new rides but mini mine train is just a memory jurker for me!
Sonjia Cummings — Google review
If you are dare to... go six flags!
However, there are long lines for all the rides on average 1hr++
I would recommend going early, like at the opening, and if you have season pass, maybe do a couple and leave rest for next time. Or you'll be tired not from the fun but waiting in the lines ... o yea, if money is not a problem, Flash Pass does exist!
Adnan Yaqoob — Google review
I read so many reviews trying to decide if Six Flags was worth our time & money because it had been over 12yrs since our last visit. There were so many bad reviews that we almost didn’t go. I’m so HAPPY we took a chance and went. Our boys 11yrs old and 16yrs old had a blast. We went on Sunday March 17th. We arrived about 10:50am. Parking was good, no issues. The lines to get in were starting to get crowded but they moved quickly. We were able to move through the lines for the rides so much faster than expected but as the day went on, the lines grew as more people arrived. Most of the rides were up & running. A few rides started a-little later in the morning.The park was clean. We observed workers cleaning throughout the day. The staff we spoke to were very helpful & friendly..the park looked better than we expected based on some of the reviews we had read prior to our visit. The gift shops had a good selection.The dining passes are definitely worth the money. The taste of the food & drinks were good. Overall our experience was Awesome!
Kristi A — Google review
It was a great spot to see the eclipse they had everything down to a t. Very clean pleasurable staff was on point never seen dispatch so fast Good job guys. Hopefully my group MCN (melanin coaster network) will pay you and your park a visit one day or ask for us will come?
Charles Davis — Google review
We have been coming to Six Flags with our kids for the last three years. Absolutely love this park. There is something for everyone. Our youngest can’t quite make the big coasters yet, but she loves the Shockwave. Got to ride ten times in a row with her yesterday. The team members at this park are consistently great.
K-D Roberts — Google review
The ride line up here is severely lacking. The workers have no true motivation and some of the park is run down. The food is subpar at best. It could definitely use a face lift. We went over 2 days and all of the rides were not open to experience. And I'm not just talking water rides, actual regular rides. Ultimately not worth the price you pay to go, but still a neat spot.
Stephanie Bean — Google review
We had such a great time I didn't realize how big it was. I suggest if your coming here you need at least 2 day to see the entire park. There is no way you can go on every ride and see everything in one day. We have such an amazing time even thought the park is old it doesn't feel that way like Disney in Anehiem California. If you like roller coasters this is the place to go. Surprising how long the lines were for December though I suggest getting the fast passing you can afford it. This park is definitely suitable for small children as well there is plenty to do for the entire family.
Trevor Price — Google review
Love six flags has good rides and scary rides had trouble finding bathrooms though and almost peed myself about 3 times loved one place that had beef nachos delicious also had good lemonade
Tayten Slinker — Google review
It was my first time visiting a Six Flags park. We got the tickets online for $60, including all the surcharges, for a Sunday. We got there early, so we opened the park and started from the back to the front, because the machines nearest to the entry got busy instantly. A friend had a platinum seasonal pass that included general parking, but you can also buy the parking online. Purchases inside the park are insanely high. A slide of pizza was $17.99 + 0.99 surcharge + taxes. So for lunch is better to ask for the re entry stamp, eat outside, and then come back to the park. I bought the auntie Anne’s pretzel because it was the most affordable thing there ($13), and I don’t regret it, they were great but yeah, I didn’t saw nobody checking bags at the entrance either so probably you can sneak in some snacks and water to survive the day.
Ale A — Google review
Lots of fun, I go for my kid because I don't like roller coasters much. I'm a smoker and another section on the opposite side of the park would have been nice but there was only one.
Savannah Cambiano — Google review
We had a great time!! The lines moved fast!! We needed customer service support due to rain cancellation & they were more than accommodating!! They responded fast & always had people ready to help!!! It was a great experience.
The baseball stadium Choctaw Stadium is home to the Texas Rangers. It has a granite and brick facade, seating 48,000+ fans. The stadium has hosted two World Series Championships and the Major League Baseball All-Star game in 1995.
We took our grandchildren to the Elf on the shelf show and had a wonderful time. It ended up being a family post Christmas affair as the entire family came along. And the end of the tour was truly amazing. Excellent venue to host the event.
David Thompson — Google review
The exterior and interior still feels like a brand new ball park. I was happy and excited to bring my oldest boy to his first professional sports game there. The one big downside is how unclean and broken the men's restrooms were. Broken doors. Filth all on the floor. Really disgusting stuff.
The food was exorbitantly high. Major League, baseball and football games are so expensive. Just for the tickets themselves. I find a way to go to a UFL game and the concessions for just a sandwich was more than the cost of tickets. Professional sports is making it more and more burdensome for working people to enjoy with their families. It's becoming an elitist activity.
Alex Kientz — Google review
We went to Choctaw to watch the Dallas Jackals rugby team. The game was great, the venue is okay.
The stadium used to be the home of the Texas Rangers baseball team and the stadium has been modified such that it is no longer suitable for baseball. The atmosphere has a looming emptiness. You can see hundreds of empty seats in my photos and that's only the bottom half of the stadium! The stadium will hold like 40,000 people I suppose, but it's... mostly empty and it's sad.
Now this won't keep me from going back, because I want to watch the Jackals play, but the stadium...the Jackal's could do better. There are high school stadiums in the area that would be a better choice than this, for parking, atmosphere, and traffic.
Oh, that's another thing. Choctaw is immediately adjacent to the Ranger's new stadium and the Cowboy's stadium. Traffic was pretty bad.
Rico aka DorkLord64Bit — Google review
Got a chance to catch an XFL game. This still is a very nice ballpark. Arlington Texas is a great location for these types of events. I'm glad they kept this stadium up.
FREDRICK 24.7.365 — Google review
Great Stadium! Went for Dodgers/Rangers Game. Glad Dodgers won. The view was awesome. Great in seat service. I recommend the tables in section 135.
Abe P — Google review
Amazing stadium, amazing crowd. Embraced us as one! Even tough we are the one and only HOUSTON ASTROS. I will make sure we treat you the same when u come to Minute Maid!
Israel Martin del campo — Google review
Yes they play baseball here but it’s a technological wonder. 5G, tens of thousands of connected devices. Oh and it’s air-conditioned. A perfect 72°. The roof opens… But why? We walked all over… Got a tour of the professional offices… This place is amazing. In many ways it’s just like a shopping mall a lot to retail lots of food. The seats? They have a cushion! Not those hard plastic things we are used to. How was the hot dog? Amazing. Oh and the Rangers won over the Sox that night!
Michael Ramsey — Google review
I've been going to baseball games since I was a small child. I've been to a few different Baseball stadiums/fields but when I walked into this executive suite it changed my life.
When I tell you I felt like a Queen getting Royal treatment from the staff. They made sure everything we needed was there and they really just rolled out the red carpet.
I will never be able to sit in the nosebleed section ever again.
All jokes aside. I came to this stadium for a company outing. We took charter buses from the hotel and were walked right up to the door of the suite. When the doors opened there was all kinds of goodies and delicious food.
This venue is super cool! I highly recommend going to a game! Rangers lost against the National's but it was a great time.
We felt safe and secure in the venue. We will absolutely check this place out again.
Keshia R — Google review
Season opener for the Dallas Jackals, Professional rugby has come to Dallas! This is the old stadium for the Texas Rangers. Overall, it was a fun experience . The only thing I'd fix is removing the lines from the football field since they are so different from a rugby pitch. We will definitely be back.
Mitch Bond — Google review
Suites at Globe Life Park were quite the treat! Unfortunately the Rangers lost but the catering and hospitality were 10/10 and well worth it. Thanks again!
Daran Dorman — Google review
We attempted an Arlington Renegades' football game. Considering they flipped a previous baseball stadium, it wasn't too bad. We could see a really small pop-up screen in a corner and could barely hear announcements. Due to the sun, we could barely make out the score on the thin digital board spanning around the stadium. The stadium food was good and plentiful. Parking was $30.
T Rush — Google review
Went to the Hearsay bar and restaurant IN Choctaw Stadium. It's a beautifully decorated place. Nice outdoor patio overlooking the field which happened to be having a soccer game. VERY nice establishment. I will definitely return.
Kristi Jo — Google review
We came for High School football playoffs. Parking was very visible and easy to find. They are a completely cashless facility, so card all the way. I find it nicer than cash only parking, you never know how much to bring! Inside the stadium is same ol Rangers Ballpark, which is awesome. They've made some seating changes, but overall it's the same. Screens were fun to see the kids on. Food was great. Experience was fun for everyone.
Summer Hill — Google review
I like the stadium..my first time coming..UFL, the game was really cool.. definitely will be going back
laquonia Johnson — Google review
Still a great place to go, even after all these years. I attended a XFL game with my teen son and we agreed: not a bad seat in the ballpark. Parking can be a bit of a challenge if you are unsure which section you are in but it isn't so large that you can't get to the other side efficiently. (In the past we have parked at six flags in the lot farthest from the theme park entrance because it is right across the street from the ballpark) Best suggestion is to think about where the sun will be during your visit and plan accordingly. It was awesome to see it converted for a football game! Great stadium Arlington!
Kathryn Whitmore — Google review
Went to the Choctaw Stadium this weekend for a Breast Cancer walk. The even was suppose to take place outside but the weather had other plans unfortunately. Due to the heavy rain, the event was transitioned to inside the facility.
Everyone made due, vendor tents were still set up, and a great time was had! Unfortunately we couldn’t have the full experience due to weather but that’s okay. At the very end, they were giving out WHOLE bags of fruit: apples, oranges, bananas etc. It was a good time, the group I went with and I really enjoyed ourselves.
Ivone Walker — Google review
Had a great time seeing our first UFL game. We lost, but the experience was amazing with my kids.
Candie Gyrl — Google review
I remember when this first opened for the Rangers. Great stadium then, and still a great stadium today.
We got season tickets for the Arlington Renegades and we’re thrilled to have such great seats at an affordable price. Seems no matter where you sit, you have a great view.
Food choices were really good, nachos did not disappoint! Everyone loves ballpark nachos, right!?
Parking options all around and decent prices, and easy to walk to the stadium.
The AT&T Stadium is the home of the Dallas Cowboys, and is one of the biggest sports & entertainment venues on earth. With huge capacity, it often becomes difficult to get tickets and watch a game live.
I have been to the stadium multiple times. During this review I went for a Dallas game. The experience was great. The stadium is very well maintained. Lots of traffic control officers to help direct to the correct gate/entrance. Please check the handbag and photography carry on policy. Inside there is lots of staff to help with directions and general questions. Restrooms are well kept. There are plenty of concession stands to help keep the lines short. Inside the seats are very comfortable and the views were unobstructed. For a group of four expect to spend 1000k. This would be for nice seats, parking, food and souvenirs. I hope you have a wonderful time
Go Cowboys.
Zoobie Do — Google review
The stadium tour is 5 Stars. The stadium experience on game day is 3 1/2 because of long security lines to get in from waiting in freezing cold. They should have more checkpoints to move faster. Some of their security is great and some of them are rude inside. We have been twice on the tours and games. It has awesome views. VIP Guided tours give you amazing access. The further away from game day the greater access. The self guided tour is fun too, especially if you don’t have a lot of time and want to hit the highlights. The food is good but crazy expensive. The traffic is horrible, esp. after a game. We notice more bad ref calls on the Cowboys than other teams?! We love the team. Go Cowboys!
Tamara Lindsey — Google review
Beautiful facility well maintained and staffed. Security is easy as long as you follow the guidelines on the website. But I do have to say $7.50 for a bottle of Dr. Pepper was a little bit of a shock. Still a great concert and a fun night.
Royce Pritchard — Google review
Should be called the toast of the NFL. The club suites are amazing. The chairs are comfortable and updated. The views from 136 were spectacular. The food was good. It is close to many hotels. Parking is reasonable depending on how far you want to walk. Gig em.
Texas Spine & Sports Rehab — Google review
This stadium is amazing!! Everyone around here are polite and respectful.
Working here has been amazing.
Today was a soccer game Mexico vs USA . The crowd was intense.
But I bet it's even more intense with the cowboys playing there.
I enjoyed the experience completely. I recommend anyone who hasn't been here to come to check out the environment. Altogether I say it's like any other stadium but the vibes here are great! Shout out to Dallas and Jerry for having such an amazing staff and a great stadium
Vern Davis — Google review
What an experience touring our biggest rival's stadium. The gentlemen at the front desk happily welcomed us even though I was in my Eagles jersey and SB Championship hat! Chuck and I had such fun bantering back and forth. Mary Ann was such a sweet, friendly and knowledgeable tour guide. She also put up with me dancing and singing the Eagles chant song on that blue star on the 50 yard line!! Such a CLEAN, upscale beautiful building. I'd love to see us winning a game there in the cushy seats!Truly impressed. Definitely worth the experience and money!
L D — Google review
This is a must-see for sports fans or anyone just curious about such a massive piece of architecture.
I was here for the RV show and was blown away at the sheer size of the place. It's well laid out and easy to navigate. Get your tennis shoes in and be ready for the stairs master 10000.
It's a really cool building!
Eric Pinola — Google review
I love the AT&T stadium. I’ve been to other events here but, never a football game. This was my first NFL game. Even though it was preseason, it was a great game and the Cowboys won! I had a great time.
Christian Williams — Google review
What a great HUGE stadium. We were able to get our tickets last minute and were on the 3rd row seats 10 - 13. This was an awesome area to see the entire field, but even if you are watching the jumbotron, you'll have an excellent time. The atmosphere, hype, and all the dynamics of different things going on around the stadium were 🔥! The Cowboys won, which is a definite plus. The sheer energy around the stadium will lift you up and get you excited for the game.
Erick Scott — Google review
Get your tickets now!!! $40 for standing room only, so you can bring the whole family. You gotta go for the party atmosphere and excitement. Great play area/mini field for kids and adults. Plenty of outdoor seating too. Be warned, I'm 6'3". Shorter than 6' and you may not see much if you stand in the designated areas. Heard you can buy seats for $50 at halftime.
Keith Pataluna — Google review
It was a fun night!!! Our First Dallas Cowboy football game ever!
Stuff is over-priced but that's to be expected. It is a nice stadium especially on the 50 yard line. The night of the Hall of fame induction as well. I'm ready to go to the next one!
TM “T-bug” Jones — Google review
Always an epic experience at the Cowboys Game, really appreciated them allowing my service dog. We had a blast at the Thanksgiving Game 2023, and we won!! Tons of food and beverage items, the food, bars and events across the street after the game are always a fun time. Parking is smart to buy tickets online before the game or bring cash, show up early and get a good parking spot. There’s tons of parking around the area so don’t panic if you’re last minute scrambling to find a spot. All the staff members are super attentive. You can even watch the game outside the stadium with a big group of folks that hang out at the fountain that we’re having a blast. One big supportive community!! Shout out to the section Guard who allowed my service animal to hang out in the less crowded areas of our section away from our assigned seating.
Pierce Chesley — Google review
The VIP tour was incredible. I only wish they had the field set for football instead of monster trucks so we could go out there. I'll be back for a self guided tour just for that! It was mentioned that Jones' daughter and wife had quite the hand in designing many of the spaces. They did a magnificent job.
Rene Richardson — Google review
The most fantastic stadium in the country, without a doubt! Do yourself a favor and take the VIP tour and/or go to a Cowboys game. You will not be dissapointed with the experience. Pro tip: take a tour on the Saturday before a home game. They have Rally Days tours where there’s activities on the field and you can hang out as long as you want. The place is simply awesome inside and out!
Sam Turner — Google review
I will say I had an awesome time at the game vs the Cards but to experience the stadium kinda sucks. Reason I say that is because if you want to walk around the stadium, being my first time, you have to go through, up and down, many levels even if you wanna just walk in a circle. ITS NOT DESIGNED WELL for people to explore. But the Jumbo Tron is as Big as people say it is 🤣😂🤣
Leo Randall — Google review
I mean it's nice, just don't expect anything to be convenient or quick. This time it was a concert, so there were a few more people than usual making everything worse. Other than the crowds, help is impossible since staff only know enough to get you away from them and on to the next one. Even simple stuff was hard for them. Not sure if this is an arena issue, but having only 4 merchandise sales areas open to the public is ridiculous.
Bill Holder — Google review
Home of the COWBOYS🤍💙🤍💙 my husband surprised me to last years home game. It was a wonderful experience. This year we took my whole family to the Mexico vs Australia and it was an amazing experience. The stadium is amazing, the staff are kind and friendly. We arrived two hours prior to the game and enjoyed our time in our seats, exploring and grabbing food which was awesome because we didn’t have to wait in any awful lines!!
Amanda Arzola — Google review
This is an impressive stadium! We did the stadium tour and was completely surprised with how much fun it was! Our tour guide, Ted was amazing!!!!! You can tell he truly loves his job, loves the cowboys and is great with interacting with a large tour group that makes all feel included. Even thought the place feels insanely huge I don’t think there is a bad seat in the house.
Kristen Stirtz — Google review
We paid for the VIP tour, and it states “with small group sizes of (35) people or less”. Our group, plus 2 other groups we saw, had closer to 50 people per group. I feel overcharged for what was promised. The tour itself was interesting, and our guide was knowledgeable.
Valerie Robbins — Google review
First time visiting the stadium for an evening concert. Facilities are great and very spacious. Team members are some what friendly for assistance. Some are just temps for events. Will revisit again for a Cowboys game when season is back on.
ROY TREVINO — Google review
We had a great time watching my son and his teammates play flag football at the AT&T Stadium. This place is beautiful and massive. We also had the pleasure of doing the stadium tour and I loved every moment of it. I'd love to come back to visit again.
Chibuike Ulasi — Google review
This was an amazing 2 hour VIP tour. Start at the top and work your way to ground level locker rooms. Didn't get to walk the field due to a trade show being set up. My wife's a Cowboy 🤠 fan. I'm a Niner fan, but this stadium is impressive.
Lemmie Klein — Google review
Amazing place to visit! I've only been here for Dallas Cowboys games but I'm sure it's awesome no matter what the event is you're going to. It's a massive place but there's really not a bad seat in the place. Ive sat way down low close to the field and also up in the 400s, can see the game just fine from anywhere and the giant screen helps when you're up high too.
The art around the stadium is top notch and very cool to look at. Very large restrooms helps lines go quickly, though there will still be lines, just too many people not to be. Food is pretty good although I've got one complaint in that area. The cheese on the nachos is not great. Need a better version Jerry!
If you have a chance to catch a Cowboys game or any other event, go visit this place! And if you can take a tour where you get to go see the locker rooms for the players and cheerleaders, board rooms, weight rooms, etc... I definitely recommend doing it! I took a tour a few years back and it was a fantastic time and a great experience!
Bobby Cone — Google review
I came for a work event (Optum) where I tabled as a vendor. The hospitality and service staff were so professional, Khalid leads an amazing team. Our event was so much fun, all the guests had a great time on the VIP tour and enjoyed the food and snacks. I can’t say enough about the events teams’ hospitality. They made us feel so welcome and were very accommodating.
Simone Hamblen — Google review
Was awesome to finally see a NFL game. This was an awesome place to see. Coming from Australia I would be happy to admit the atmosphere was excellent. Cowboys went on good run in back end of 23 into 24 so was great to be “part” of it. Only one downside was a really disappointing food vendor experience which saw me miss most of 4th quarter. But I fixed after the fact with the vendor and all good. Food and drink was expensive but excellent
Adam Bonsall — Google review
As a fan of the Cowboys, I've seen this stadium on TV a lot and it definitely didn't disappoint seeing it in person! I took a tour and it was worth every cent!
Andrew — Google review
Came for the first time for a concert and this is easily the best stadium I’ve ever been to.
With the dome closed, it feels like a relaxing atmosphere with plenty of weather control. The entire stadium is easy to navigate since it’s a complete loop. The entire place is spotless and highly maintained. And the staff we interacted with were all very pleasant.
Had a great time visiting the home of the Cowboys. Even if it wasn’t for a game this time around.
Cruiser Plotline — Google review
Took the tour of the stadium and it was amazing. We were able to go right down onto the field and into the locker rooms. We got to experience the box seats and see the highest levels of the stadium. Our tour guide was very informative and loved the Cowboys. I would recommend for any football fans.
liam kilroy — Google review
I attended WrestleMania here in April 2022. What a beautiful stadium it is. The atmosphere was incredible. Staff were helpful and very polite. I'm from the UK, and the people of Texas were so friendly and made me feel very welcome. AT&T Stadium truly is a wonderful sight to behold. I've fallen in love with Texas and can not wait to return again in the future.
Stefan Bennett — Google review
Was a great concert May 11th!! Kenny Chesney 🎸 and Zac Brown Band and Megan Morony and Uncle Kracker rocked that big stadium!! Sound was amazing! Crowd was big but we were all Alright!! Great experience during this event!! Would recommend 👌 to everyone.
Large-scale state-of-the-art interactive & multimedia exhibits & educational programs for all ages.
This is a really lovely museum. My husband and I zoomed through in about two hours. If you have children with you (which would truly be perfect) you’ll want to plan on longer. You’re taken up to start the adventure on the fourth floor via escalator. There are elevators available if needed. It’s very easy to follow the flow of the layout so you don’t miss anything. Tons of hands-on activities along the way.
Cortney Ayers — Google review
Really cool and easy to navigate through. Lots of different levels and very interactive. We visited during the 21+ Thursday time so not much of a crowd but I can see it getting crowded easily. I will definitely be back with the family! Parking was easy and across the street, gps was accurate.
Ethan F — Google review
Fantastic museum! So much to see and do for kids and adults alike. We went on Labor Day weekend so it was much busier than it would normally be. Despite that, this museum is very spacious, and easy to get around unless even if you have a stroller like we did. There is a tendency to form a long line at the elevators, but we just carried the stroller down the stairs, it helps build muscle. Also, the map is easy to read (which can't be said for the Dallas Aquarium but that's in another review), and you can find everything with relative ease. If you are a veteran you get in free so that's awesome as well, and you get a discount for everyone in your party. Overall we had a great experience, and successfully wore out the kids.
TJ — Google review
Awesome museum! Easy access, plenty of parking around it, and cost less then 10$. The museum is gigantic, 5 floors; each with a different theme. Could easily spend the whole day there. Great place to bring kids as there is a varieties of activities to make science fun. Would definitely come back with friends/family. Entrance is only 25$, totally worth it. Recommended.
Gary Hong — Google review
What a wonderful experience at the Perot Museum! We really enjoyed our visit. The museum is very family and kid-friendly and a great place to bring the kiddos. They have many exhibits and activities that taylor to the kids with hands-on activities.
We stopped by on an early Sunday afternoon, and the museum was not terribly crowded, which gave us time to explore and really enjoy the exhibits.
The dinosaur exhibit and the Minerals Room were my favorite. It's not as large as some of the nature and science museums I have visited, but it is definitely worth a visit. It's a nice way to spend some time learning about nature, science, and history.
They offer plenty of parking, a food court so you can get drinks and items to eat, the staff is very friendly and helpful, and I recommend watching one of the short movies they offer. It is a stop I highly recommend!
Sarah Johns — Google review
The Perot Museum is a wonderful place for kids and adults to visit. The theme is nature and science so most of the exhibits centered around that theme. It was educational and the exhibits were very well done. The museum has a high quality feel to it. The staff were well educated and present to explain exhibits and regulate crowds when needed. I would recommend attendees be age 8 to adult.
nancy maldonado — Google review
Make sure and get your timed tickets before going! We were late getting them and ended up with a 12:30 time slot. But it was amazing. Floor after floor of amazing interactive exhibits that you can easily take all day to see. It took us four hours and I felt like we were moving pretty quickly. My four kids (ages 3-10 years old) loved the dinosaurs and robotic areas the best, but really it was all fantastic! We will be back to explore even more.
Melissa Phillips — Google review
SO MUCH FUN!!!! I thought it might be a little bit too much for my 2-year-old, but I was WRONG! It was great! The only problem was we didn't have enough time to see everything! I remember loving it when I was a kid, but I think it's only gotten better with time! There's a children's area downstairs that was so much fun, and then lots of interactive exhibits that were perfect for ALL ages. There was something for everyone, and we can't wait to go back to see more!
Claire Oliver — Google review
Here is the deal! I was in this place for 5 hours. It felt like an hour. It's so much to do very educational for the entire family. I really enjoyed the hands-on educational tools they offer. I have an absolute educational blast, and I would encourage everyone to go.
Jeremiah Church — Google review
We spent a decent amount of time here exploring but it was difficult to navigate with all of the school groups that were there. It was very crowded and felt like we couldn’t truly experience and take all the exhibits in. However, I was super impressed with the minerals room. So many unique and breathtaking pieces that I haven’t seen at other museums. There was a lot of hands on stuff for my child to do and learn as well.
Kristen Stirtz — Google review
This museum was a really fun experience. My husband and I went there as a date because we both love science and nature. There was plenty of parking (though it is paid parking) which was right next the museum which almost never happens so this was nice. You can tell the museum tries to enthrall adults as well as children because it has teachings/facts that vary between quite simple to fairly complex. My husband and I's favorite section HAS to be the jewels. The many MANY precious, colorful, and (sometimes) GIGANTIC, jewels they had were absolutely breathtaking. I can provide photos but they did not do justice in the slightest. I would say definitely give your more than 2 hours there. We only had 2 hours and we had to zip through the cosmos section and a good bit of the fossils/birds section. This museum can keep one entertained for many hours. There was a food court, but we never went since we ate and didn't have the time. For my hubby and I, as 2 adults, it was $25 each which I say is a good price. I am just giving this place 4 stars because of its obvious, should I say, agenda? (I wish I could've given more like 4.5 though). It has a section showing "where man came from" of course with ape-like people. I guess that is how science is today, so I am not surprised and the section was small so it wasn't too preachy.
Anna Thompson — Google review
This is a fun museum! We visited on a Friday afternoon, and this is definitely a popular place for school groups. The kids seemed to be heading out around 2:00, so if you are looking for a calmer experience the later afternoon may be best!
The second, third, and fourth floors are full of interesting exhibits. The various levels have wonderful views of the Dallas city, and the museum is highly interactive. Parking is $10, and easily accessible. The cafe has some reasonably priced options if you are looking for a quick bite!
Danielle Deihl — Google review
I wonder how many people drive by this Gem everyday and never go in. So this activity was part of the Dallas city pass. We had various option and thought we would just pop after all how much really is there to see. Well there is a lot. Don’t do what we did and just try and see it within a couple of hours that won’t work.
Let’s start from the entrance. If you use their parking it’s 10 dollars so use it because everything else in this area is more.
This place is built for you to stay all day. They have food and a ton of bathrooms so no need to leave until you’re done.
They have 5 different movies about different aspects of the museum so check them out. We only did one and I was sad because we underestimated this place. Mr. Perot may have seemed boring on tv when I was younger but I have a whole new appreciation for what he’s had built here.
From the fossils to the exhibits about energy and the stars it’s incredible. I’m not going to try and describe everything because I didn’t see everything so I can’t. I will let the picture speak for themselves. If your in the area and you have the city pass spend the day with your kids listening to them saying wow and how cool is that.
Victor Stanley (Shar and Vic) — Google review
Great play area for kids on the lower level, each floor has its big hit, though floor 4 has a ton of fun activities! Took our little one and had a blast.
Only reason for 4 stars is because their additional Lego exhibit was an extra $8 and I find that to be a bit pricey for what you get.
Only reason it’d be worth it is if you have a little builder to sit and build in a somewhat dimly lot ballroom.
Wish they would make these included in the price.
Other note is that they’re pretty strict about mask wearing - apparently “science” is a marketing ploy ;).
Chase Arrington — Google review
Clean and modern museum. Stroller allowed. The children museum is included in it, which is good for younger kiddos. I’ll recommend to come early or weekday. It gets VERY crowded.
$10 Museum covered parking is great. ($5 for members). OR you can come early and find street meter parking.
Shirley Lin — Google review
This massive hands on museum is a perfect way to beat the heat! The indoor areas are filled with amazing and interactive exhibits. Our family loved exploring the facility. Just big enough to spend a full day here but each floor is well monitored enough to let the kids wander a bit. All of the staff members were kind, knowledgeable and welcoming into each room/activity/program. We had lunch here and we were so thankful for some really nice food options! We tried the pizza, burger, pretzels, and chicken. Covered parking ($5/$10 for non members) keeps the car cool when it's time to head home. If you have the chance to visit you should!
Tiffany Brown — Google review
Wonderful exhibits, plenty of variety and tons of interactives for kids and adults alike.
Information on displays is somewhat outdated and occasionally slightly inaccurate, probably to facilitate better presentation. Also a little small, but it is limited by its location.
Overall a nice museum. Fantastic for inquisitive kids.
Jacob Miller — Google review
The nature and science museum was incredible. So many cool exhibits, plenty of hands-on activities for kids. We spent about 3 hours but could have easily spent more time. Everything was so cool!
Chad Nuber — Google review
Lots of great exhibits. Different interactive exhibits. I wouldn't suggest going on a weekend like I did today. Very crowded and hard to maneuver at times. I still enjoyed the different displays and info about each thing.
Miss A — Google review
Wow, what a fun and interesting place! We took kids ages 5, 7, and 13 and they all found things they loved. There's a small play area downstairs for the toddlers, there's a robotics room, the gemstones were my personal favorite, but we also saw a Mars Rover replica with videos detailing its mission, and a dinosaur exhibit (was extra$) that was there for a short time. Don't miss out on the 3D short movies! We saw one about Blue Whales and I kid you not, it was the best 3D graphics I have EVER seen. They range from 20-40 minutes. Overall I was impressed and would recommend coming here!
shelly winfrey — Google review
This museum is fantastic! The dinosaur fossils alone are worth the time and money!! Along with that, the Tom Hunt Energy Hall and the Expanding Universe Hall are super interesting. The Texas Instruments and Sports Halls have great interactive exhibits for kids. Buy your tickets online, especially if you plan on going in the afternoon! We didn't and we had to wait 2 hours for our entry time but we spent that time watching 2 movies in the theater that were very moving and well done. I will certainly be returning!
Valerie N — Google review
An excellent place to delve into history, explore dinosaur artifacts, and engage with science experiments. You could easily spend more than 2 hours here. For optimal enjoyment of all the experiments, consider visiting on a less crowded weekday.
Riyaz Ahmed — Google review
I went with a few friends on a Sunday and had a great time! There are so many floors of exhibits and interactive discovery games for all ages. There was so much stuff to see and do that we didn't even get to see it all. Well definitely be back sometime later in the year to see the rest.
Taran — Google review
Well curated, up-to-date natural history museum. What a treat! Dinosaurs are updated to the most current understanding. Other science topics covered on lower floors, including gemstones (a family favorite). Architecturally impressive precast concrete. Decent food options of you make a full day of it, too.
Sam Keske — Google review
Wonderful place full of excitement and learning opportunities. Enough hands on stuff to keep the little kids entertained while the older kids read about what interests them. Seeing the real human brain was a highlight! The food is ridiculously expensive, I would not recommend buying anything other than a light snack. Bring your refillable water bottle!
Emily Morse — Google review
There are so many amazing, beautiful, and interesting things there to see. It's such a great and fun way to learn new things. I and my hubby had so much fun lol. I can already imagine how much the kiddos will enjoy it. There are also fun activities the employees provide, today we made finger bird puppets! I highly recommend it, especially for families.
steph mtz — Google review
We absolutely adore this museum and make it a point to visit almost every year! What makes this place truly special is that it offers something intriguing and engaging for visitors of all ages. Whether you're young or young at heart, you're bound to discover something fascinating within its walls.
The Dallas World Aquarium is a privately-owned aquatic wonderland home to countless varieties of marine life from all over the world.
A great place to visit for any family. The entire zoo/aquarium is indoors so no worries about the weather outside. Parking is plentiful and around $10 unless you get the highly coveted meter parking spots.
I have 2 young boys and we went through the entire place in a little over 2 hours. There are a number of areas to sit and rest, including a cafe in the middle of the jungle exhibit! Lots of bathrooms and of course the gift shop at the end.
If you can go earlier in the morning, you will avoid the large groups and crowds. Navigating in the zoo/aquarium is pretty simple. You just follow the path and it will lead you through all the exhibits. A great morning or afternoon stop during a vacation or a special day with the family.
Craig Jewell — Google review
So much fun!! We spent almost three hours walking around and really enjoyed every minute of it! It was pretty packed, but we were still able to see everything we wanted to and everyone was polite and tried to share the views with others.
Coming from a smaller city with only a small zoo, this was amazing to see so many beautiful animals! The exhibits were clean, beautiful, the animals looked extremely well cared for and well fed!
Wonderful experience!!
Nick Gladden — Google review
Greta for kids AND adults…loved seeing people
On dates as well as kids enjoying all the animals. We got a coffee at the cafe where the staff was so sweet! We loved that there are more than just aquatic animals (although the turtles, sharks, penguins, fish and manatee are SO cool!) but also the birds in the aviary, flamingos, monkeys and even an ocelot AND the rainforest…so awesome! Definitely worth the money and time spent!
Nicole Hodges — Google review
LINES... LINES... and more LINES!!
It was a nice aquarium but definitely not worth the price. Two adults (one military) and one kid (3 yrs) almost $82.00. Parking across the street was $10.35 for a 24hr spot. We came on a weekend and the line was long to get to the main entrance. We purchased out tickets online, thankfully. The staff tells you to start on the 3rd floor but maybe stay on the bottom and work your way up. The place is small... even though the name has the word "World" in it. There is a lot to see but when it's over crowded, you're standing in lines just trying to get through it all. There are not enough bathrooms to accommodate all the people who go during peak times,so be prepared to stand in another line. The gift shop is decent but with everyone in the room it gets crowded quickly and it's hot.
Overall, would not go back.
Jennifer Mendez — Google review
We drove in from Georgia for a concert and decided to stop in to the aquarium. I was skeptical at first due to location. However, the overall architecture was incredible. The collection of birds, fish, and reptiles blew us away and made us feel like we were in the jungles of the amazon. Phenomenal experience!! Extremely well maintained exhibits.
Mikel Hulsey — Google review
I didn’t have high expectations for a downtown city aquarium. But I’m really pleased to say that my expectations were wrong. The aquarium was excellent, so many birds, reptiles, mammals and fish to see all really well presented. Definitely an attraction to add to your to do list while is Dallas
Adrian Baker — Google review
Absolutely beautiful. It's like half zoo, half aquarium which was neat but it was super busy. The whole place is made up of these really narrow one way paths and while this design might work in theory to get people to go in a set path, in practice the result was every time someone stopped to look at something the whole line ground to a halt which resulted in a lot of waiting. If you aren't on a time crunch, it's very casual and beautifully designed but be prepared to do a lot of waiting in lines if it's busy and don't think you can easily go back and look at something.
Ali Burck — Google review
The facilities are beautiful and well laid out. The habitats are open and perfectly landscaped making the animals feel so much closer and uncaged. The pelicans were so close I could actually touch and rub one. I didn't. I'm not crazy. And they offer adult beverages. Hello! All of the staff are friendly and helpful. The reason for the 4 stars is because the facilities are a bit small and the shark tank was small and disappointing. And I had saved that for last. I would revisit.
NICHOLE JACKSON — Google review
A lot packed in a small looking building. Has multiple levels to walk through and see different animals. Is more zoo vs aquarium though but kinda combine the two together which is cool. Was very busy when we got here on a Saturday afternoon, the line to get in wrapped around the building but was steadily moving. Due to its business trying to walk through and see some animals were hard. So be mindful and try to go at none busy time.
Garrett Reed — Google review
It was cool. Got there super early with my daughter. Felt like we bought out the place. The animals are friendly and can tell are be token care of. The sharks had a sense of humor. They will try to sneak up on you as a joke. We enjoyed. Get there early! If not will be in a long line.
LO — Google review
Loved exploring the aquarium! It was pretty, clean and wonderful to see the wildlife. 🐟 However, we were disappointed that there wasn’t any vegan choices on the menu, not very inclusive. 😢
It would be great to see some food choices here that are vegan and gluten free. They have some sort of vegetarian options but without any sort of protein. Especially after seeing so many animals and fish.
Fish are friends, not food! 🐟
Violet Ravotti — Google review
The aquarium wasn't technically all an aquarium. There were tiers to the experience. Floor 1 was birds, and we had the pleasure of a toucan type of bird flying with us and through our party. Floor 2 was more amphibious/land animals and some water dwellers. Floor 3 was the huge aquarium, small aquariums (some were deep sea creatures where you couldn't use flash), then the one feature our kids absolutely loved was the Shark tunnel. You walk through the middle of the shark enclosure and can kind of see the sharks swimming casually out, and then all of a sudden, they're next to you! There were 2 saw sharks that were ginormous and very cool to see. It was a fantastic time and worth the trip! The Penguins were a huge deal to but off to the side, and not many people visited them.
Erick Scott — Google review
This is an animal lovers wonderland! Their enclosures are big and beautiful and they have a plethora of different species to see. From the moment you enter you are greeted by big, beautiful birds and stunning foliage. From there, the walk through the aquarium is seamless and intuitive. You really get to see everything up close and if you come in the mornings when they open, you can even stroll leisurely and take your time. Warning: if you attend anytime after 11am on a weekend you will be close quarters with other visitors and will have to share views and shuffle through with the crowd. Either way, this is a wonderful place to spend a few hours in Dallas!
Natalie Pace — Google review
Such a great experience! We took our kids and had a blast. They love learning about different animals and seeing the ones we've studied in real life. This place has so many to see! The staff are knowledgeable and friendly, willing to answer questions and make your trip more enjoyable. The paths are stroller friendly and there are even nursing rooms if you need to find a comfortable place to feed your baby! Don't hesitate to come here with the whole family 😁
Susana Unger — Google review
This place was amazing. We had such a great time. They had a drink station halfway through where we got frozen margaritas! I loved seeing all the different animals. It was so diverse with both fish and mammals. So great you should definitely bring the family. Set aside about two hours minimum.
Brian Grothouse — Google review
I live in Wimberley, Texas and I drove to Dallas to visit with my daughter on her birthday. We decided to visit The Dallas World Aquarium. It was on a Tuesday afternoon. The parking was easy as there is a parking lot right next to the aquarium. There was no wait. We walked right in. We didn't get out ticket on line but it is possible to do so. The place is really beautiful and well maintained. There's even a bar with beer, coffee and pizza. I had coffee and it was surprising pretty good. My daughter had beer and pizza, which was pretty good as well. There were a lot of people there but it wasn't crazy busy and it was Spring break. There are three floor and plenty to see. I took lots of pictures and chatted with my daughter. I would probably go back again
Jimmy Allen — Google review
They have a lot more than just aquatic animals, very cool. A bit pricy and was a little confusing to navigate all the levels and see everything.
Got in without a mask, just told them we were medically exempt and they seemed to honer it.
Definitely fun and pretty impressive to see all the different animals they have in the building
Jaxon Smith — Google review
Usually packed but that’s pretty much expected because it’s the aquarium and everyone likes to bring their family, friends, & loved ones here. Honestly a really fun place. My favorite part was the penguins, and cheetah because they’re so cute! Nothing really exceptionally unique about this place but definitely a great place to go to if you like animals! Some places have AC but I would definitely recommend bringing yourself a little fan or using a pamphlet to fan yourself if you get hot!
Anna Jasmine Guaderrama — Google review
Family fun. Some animal exhibits were not open, which is disappointing for the price you pay. Have improved on flow of traffic in order to see exhibits. Pre-paid parking is recommended-by very confined parking area. Should improve and limit the amount of people allowed into facility all at once-becomes very chaotic with big groups and baby strollers in narrow/small spaces.
Kathy Clark — Google review
Absolutely amazing! It was my dad’s first time being in an aquarium, and it definitely blew his socks off! We both loved it and saw some very cute creatures! In the gift shop, a older lady who worked there was telling us about the big manatee and how she was a rescue. She was very knowledgeable! The staff at the gift shops were kind. Definitely will come back!
The parking situation was kinda weird, we bought a pass while getting tickets. We aren’t from the area, so finding the place to park was a bit of a hassle. Signs would be nice!
I also love they partner with many different animal rescue groups to help bring endangered species back! I’d definitely support in any way I can! Loved it here!
I’d definitely buy tickets online wayyy in advance. Makes everything less of a headache!
Alexandria Parker — Google review
Great place for family, friends, kids or going solo. A variety of animals and has a cafe inside to enjoy as well. Average prices for food and drinks. I encourage you to buy tickets in advance to get free parking. Nice to visit and enjoy. Definitely recommend. Enjoy!
Get Up Radio Media — Google review
Enjoyed our visit with my girlfriend for her birthday. Large venue and worth the trip. However, it is very difficult to navigate all areas inside and all the different levels. You could easily miss an area if you didn't take the time to make sure you found everything on the map/brochure. Need to come up with some way better to follow a designed pathway from start to finish.
Corey Pyle — Google review
Great place for kids with lots of interesting creatures. I don't recommend going on a weekend because they let more people in than they should and it is difficult to move around. They label some of the enclosures with what is inside but not all. I would prefer more labeling with educational information. Most of the time you have to identify what you are seeing from the 4-5 page booklet they give you and then have to google the species if you want facts about them.
Nate Fansler — Google review
Nice aquarium overall. A lot smaller than many regional aquariums I've visited. Surprisingly, it was about 50% an Aviary/ Terrarium (lot's of birds, monkeys, snakes, frogs, and other land-based animals). Nice variety.
Be sure to pick a less busy day to visit. We went near a holiday (also a Tuesday when most other museums are closed), and many sections had us waiting 15 minutes to walk a total of 30 feet with the crowd shoulder to shoulder). It doesn't seem that they limit how many people can enter. It would have been 10x as enjoyable if there were half as many people.
Phillip Baxter — Google review
Wonderful! It was part zoo, aquarium, and bird sanctuary. I have been to many aquariums, but this was unique in the way that it displayed the eco system at 4 different levels. Level 4 was at the top of the trees with birds and monkeys, mid level 2 and 3 with birds, frogs, snakes and an anteater, the bottom level with fish, manatee, octopus, and fish. It took us 2 hours to view and read everything. It was worth the visit.
Helena Riihiaho — Google review
Tight spaces, confusing layouts, poor signage, and too many people made this place a pain to navigate. With so many stairs everywhere, I can’t imagine bringing someone with a wheelchair. Some pathways were barely large enough for two people, so if one person stopped to look at something, it clogged up the entire passage.
The map given at the start was very confusing to use and didn’t give an accurate sense of how big or far apart places were. The few directional signs were poorly designed; I saw a sign with an arrow pointing right for penguins and turned right, not realizing it actually meant DOWN a set of stairs I couldn’t even see. I had difficulty finding our way back to anywhere or even leaving. Several turns even lead to dead ends with nothing. Trying to find how to go up/down a level was also troublesome.
It didn’t feel educational as there was no information about the displays unless you scanned a QR code, assuming the QR code was on the screen and it wasn’t rotating through other non-informative images and videos.
The upsides were, as other reviewers mention, the place is beautiful and packed with displays. Seemed to have something in every nook and cranny- you just won’t know what it is since there’s no signage. I imagine it would be more enjoyable exploring when you’re not jostling against elbows. A lot of it felt like it was outdoors despite being under a roof.
There were some very nice views of the fish and animals and a cool underwater tunnel.
F Robinson — Google review
They have lots of birds, animals, frogs. The lower level is where you will see some fish. We went on a Sunday mid-day, it was pretty crowded. Many of the exhibits are not labeled. That being said if you aren't particular about what animals you are seeing there is quite a lot of habitats/animals to view. We spent about 2.5 hours there. Plan to eat before or after, because the eating areas while we were there were packed.
The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza is a repository of information about the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, which took place in its very building. The museum contains artifacts and exhibits that explore the life and death of JFK, as well as the various conspiracy theories surrounding his demise.
Historic museum! It tells a great story about the assassination of JFK! It really provides thorough explanations and narratives and sets up the actual location of the gunman. The surrounds are also nice to explore. I’d recommend arriving thirty mins before your appointed museum ticket time to check out the X spots and take photos. I recommend the earliest time for museum as it is nice and quiet! There are lots of tourists!
Parking is $12 for all day basically. Tickets are only purchased online so be sure to buy it online beforehand!
Max Cheng (Max A. Cheng) — Google review
It’s a sad place I have to say, you’ll find a lot of information of the sad event by either watching some short movies/documentaries or by walking the museum and reading the information and seeing the picture. There are two floors, the upper floor mainly has the view of the Elm street and the surrounding and different places where you can watch movies about the incident. It’s mostly like a big hall compared to the main floor where you can observe some exponats. At the time of my visit, there were many people, we had to wait in line a little , however, it went by pretty quick. The ticket to enter was $18 for adult.
Diana Anghelus — Google review
Comprehensive view of the events leading up and following the JFK assignation. The museum was very engaging and really did a good job of portraying the feelings of a city and country that had lost its President. Would strongly recommend a visit.
Tony Cardoni — Google review
If you are a fan of history, you will like this museum. It is a great museum, but it’s also about of history. It’s kind of strange being in the building, knowing what took place in the location l, but that’s what makes it great. Looking out the windows of the sixth floor makes you feel like you are looking into the past. No matter what you think about what happened that day, it is a nice museum that is etched in America history.
The Traveling Condor — Google review
This museum is well planned. The displays are professional looking. They focus mainly on the assassination. However, there are all of two panels on the conspiracy theories, which I think deserve more attention. There are literally thousands of documents citing evidence on this topic. That was an unfortunate choice. Staff were very friendly, and the gift shop has a nice assortment of products. Great experience! It's my third time to visit.
Mark Craig — Google review
It was too crowded on. Weekday at 1pm. Hardly had space to stand and read the exhibits. I guess it was because of the SC2022 crowed.
The good - informative, good insights, exhibits and information, also it was an actual side gave another perspective.
The bad - writings were too long to stand and read, some people can't stand for hours just to read the material. It was a good idea to show some of the videos, those were good but the text was bit too much. Could be replaced with audio guides.
Parking - paid (I guess it was $10)
Ticket price - $18 for adults and we had a 5 years kid with us, they charged $14 (youth). I reminded them that he is 5 years and she re adjusted the price.
Abeer Mustafa — Google review
Great museum. Highly recommend if you want to learn about the assassination of JFK. Information is well presented and very educational. I really enjoyed watching all the video presentations too. It took me just over 2.5 hours to go through everything and I love that with timed entry they don’t overcrowd the museum.
M O — Google review
Insightful and somber experience. Detailed history of JFK and the events. The view from the window added a poignant touch. Recommended for those interested in history and reflection.
Aleen Justinger — Google review
Story telling Museum of JFK assassination. Lots of reading is required to have fun, though. It was an inspiring place for me since I love histories
Rae Lee (Raemen) — Google review
I visited the Sixth Floor Museum on a recent visit to Dallas and was very impressed. There’s a paid parking lot next door which was super convenient. The museum isn’t huge and there were a lot of people navigating it. Although busy, we were still able to see everything that we wanted to. The museum was laid out really well. It allows you to really visualize what took place and where. If you ever have a chance to visit, you won’t be disappointed. It’s a great learning opportunity as well.
Alicia M. — Google review
Upon confirming my trip to Dallas I was most excited about visiting this museum and it definitely did not disappoint. Obviously the historical significance alone would be worth the visit but the educational aspect of the museum is spot on and really helps paint the full picture of the events that led up to the assassination, what transpired after, and who may have had a motive to kill JFK. I would plan on spending at least 90 minutes here to truly experience everything this awesome museum has to offer.
Andrew Boggs — Google review
The Sixth Floor Museum located in Downtown Dallas is a very interesting museum that provides a lot of information of John F. Kennedy ranging from when he was born to the conspiracy theories after he died. There are a few places around that will show video of the assassination and the aftermath. I think it's very informative and a fun time for anyone who is interested in Dallas history or the Kennedy family. I do wish that the line for tickets and to be let in after buying tickets could be faster but I understand that they probably don't want it to be too crowded as certain areas were crowded.
Sears Cool — Google review
Took my boyfriend here for his birthday the other day. We’ve talked about going for years now. We’re both from Dallas yet have never been. I’m so glad we finally went! It’s a self guided/paced tour which is absolutely perfect. It can take quite some time to read through everything and watch all the videos, but definitely worth it if you want the full effect. There was just so much to see and learn. Even if you think you know everything about Kennedys death, once you go here, you realize you really don’t. It’s amazing. It’s a part of history, and it’s amazing to be in an area where history, insanely sad history, took place. It definitely makes you feel lots of emotions. So glad they’ve made the building into a museum and I hope all who get the chance can tour it! It’s well worth it.
Taylor Horn — Google review
We were able to take a few hours away from conference to visit the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza to learn about the historical tragic day of JFK's assassination. Excellent Museum. Highly recommend to purchase your tickets on line to guarantee your admission.
Michael Hecker — Google review
Great museum, lots of historical information on the tragic day of JFK's death. It was very busy on the weekend. The building has great views of Downtown Dallas and surrounding areas. I would recommend you visit if you like history.
Stanley Moy — Google review
I really wasn't expecting this museum to be as crowded as it was. I could imagine the crowds during peak tourist season. They do a ticket by the hour type of system. We did not buy ahead but at 2:15 (on a Thursday) we were still able to slide into the 2pm entrance time. The queue looks long but they allow about 15 people into the elevator every 10 minutes or so the displays can be quite busy with people reading. You don't have to stay in line so if there is a bottleneck you can skip around. I honestly don't think I learned anything new since I've read several books about Kennedy. But it was good to see so many young people there probably learning the details for the first time. Also maybe foreigners. Worth the visit. It was expensive at $25 each. If you struggle to stand it walk for a while there are some benches in the display area but not many. Across the street is the Grassy Knoll you can go to.
Cindy Rotermund — Google review
Amazing place and very informative.
The entry fee is reasonable too at $25 for an adult.
The museum takes you through the build up to the event from JFK's election right through to the investigations afterwards in lots of detail, including the many conspiracy theories.
It takes around 2hrs to do the self guided tour so it's a reasonable amount of time and it was quite busy on a Saturday morning.
The shop is quite pricey too so be warned - and not everything has a price on it!
Dave Moore (Andre) — Google review
What an experience I just got here..
It is a lifetime experience, trust me you should visit the same and experience the history.
Please reserve your ticket inside for smooth walkin.
You will go through the entire journey of Mr.Kennedy from his childhood for being Mr. PRESIDENT.
They have movie room too where you can watch all his video and conspiracy theories about the assassination.
PRRATEEK CHAUDHARY — Google review
Amazing tour! Very detailed information that takes you from JFKs early life, through his presidency, and then the assassination. The tour was very organized as they take limited groups up to the 6th floor, and then you can wander through at your own pace.
Dave Cipriani — Google review
This museum does a wonderful job of celebrating the life of JFK and his impact on America, while providing an honest account of the tragic events surrounding the assassination of President Kennedy. They also do not shy away from decades of conspiracy theories and encourage visitors to draw their own conclusions. There's plenty of genuine artifacts, detailed photos and drawings, and personal accounts from people who directly interacted with the President. The building has been meticulously maintained and is very clean. There is a gift shop for souvenirs. If you enjoy learning more about the history of our country, this is a highly recommended stop! Pro-tip: There's plenty of parking at $10 a car, and tickets can be purchased beforehand to speed the entry process.
Colin Bosler — Google review
This is a must see in Dallas. Right across from the Grassy Knoll. The exhibits were interesting and lots of historical context was provided for the JFK assassination.
It is a lot of reading but they do a good job mixing it up with videos, models and displays. I think it could get crowded on weekends and holidays so I’d be sure to buy tickets in advance.
Tyson Doonan — Google review
We really enjoyed the museum! It did a great job of covering JFK’s visit to Texas as part of his reelection campaign, the day in Dallas, and the assassination. There was plenty of focus on Oswald but they also provided information on other theories related to the killing. This was a great way to connect to an important part of American history.
I gave 4 stars because of the staff. To a person, they were unfriendly and gave the impression that they were bothered by the visitors. Thankfully, the museum can be enjoyed with minimal contact with them.
Jeffrey Hyde — Google review
What an amazing museum. Everything was done well, from the early part of Kennedy's presidency, to the lead-up to his assassination, to the hectic day itself, and the investigation and conspiracies after. The museum doesn't seem to take sides on what it thinks happened, but reports the facts as-is.
Taking a walk outside afterwards brings it all home, and the Sixth Floor website has a helpful (if sparse) online guide for when you walk around the assassination spot.
The only negative was that it was fairly pricey for a museum of its size, but I would have no problem paying it again.
I love the history and all the historic buildings in downtown Granbury! It's so beautiful. A great place to walk around and shop! Such a great place to walk around, enjoying a car show!
Laura Kemp — Google review
This is such an amazing small historic town. Wished I could have explored more. The town has done such a wonderful job on restoring the town and it is a bustling area. A must see if you're traveling close by.
Dori Hopp — Google review
A quaint beautiful downtown square. A nice collection of shops and restaurants surrounding a square containing the local country courthouse. Trendy bars, restaurants and theaters. Plenty to do for a weekend.
Jeffrey Dorwart — Google review
Beautiful town with a very cozy square. Lots of wineries and shops. Very clean. People is super nice too.
Dra. LauGordy — Google review
Nice area to walk around and shop. Has some Very pretty architecture.
Christopher Bowler — Google review
We've been here a few times. There are fewer historic town squares in Texas that are as filled with life and activity as the one in Granbury. Wonderful restaurants and interesting things to see and do. We were most recently here for their "Living Christmas Card" event.
D Largent — Google review
We went here during Oktoberfest. Granbury has a quaint and beautiful downtown with a lot of boutique stores and restaurants. The courthouse is gorgeous and one of the best we have seen in Texas.
There is a music theater that was closed when we visited but will definitely come back as it seemed majestic.
You can easily find a parking spot no matter how busy it is here as the square is huge and there are parking around the courthouse and across the streets.
Ankita Banerjee — Google review
Visiting for the annual Wine Walk event and this town never disappoints! Such great shops, wineries and a wonderful theater! With so much to do, see and taste there’s no reason to even leave the downtown square! Already looking forward to next years event!
Shelley Ima — Google review
Lots of boutiques, at least one bakery, a few restaurants including Babe's , some unique stores, historic courthouse, places to drink wine, galleries, jewelry, and a theater. Also lots of cobblestone, so wear comfy shoes. A cute place that sells quilts and placemats, too.
Stephanie Essary — Google review
I love the Historic Granbury Square! It's a fun place to visit. There are several really unique boutique shops and restaurants located around the county courthouse. The old historic buildings are so beautiful! I always like coming here!
Lori — Google review
Picturesque place!
Quaint Texan town with a lot of historic value, a beautiful city beach park, cute lil artisan cafes and an eclectic mix of rural + suburban landscapes.
Must visit for the wonderful scenery.
Girija Iyer — Google review
Since it was Easter Sunday everything was closed except 2 Art Gallerirs and 2 places to eat. My wife and I liked Granbury a lot. The people there were very friendly. We plan to go there soon. They told us it's better to go there from Wednesday thru Saturday.
Visitors can drive through this 1,700-acre center & view animals such as giraffes, antelopes & deer.
This place is great to bring the kids for a visit. There was a variety of animals and you get to feed the 🦒 out of your sunroof (or windows). Recommend going when it is warm but not too hot! I have feeling the animals might sit in the shade more in 100 degree weather but I can't confirm that. We went in spring when everything was green and it was fantastic.
Jeff C — Google review
Hand-feeding those friendly giraffes was a highlight of our trip to Texas. So friendly, would do it again. Fun how inquisitive the animals were as we drove slowly by. Good gift shop at the mid-point. Middle also has a nice little petting zoo where you can groom the goats. We walked a nice little trail at the rest stop too which had facts about the wildlife. Cheetah, zebra and rhino greeted us on the second half.
Stephen Hailey — Google review
Had a great time. My kids enjoyed the animals and getting to feed them. We were worried because it was very hot in early July that most of the animals would be sleeping but they were fairly active! It’s kind of expensive but we spent over an hour driving through and feeding and looking at the animals.
C Kram — Google review
Great experience. I loved the giraffes, but I had to wait in a line for the giraffes for 1 1/2 hours. It was worth it, though. Next time, I will spend the extra money to go on a trip in one of those safari trucks so I can get there sooner. The staff was really helpful and seemed they loved their job. While I waited in line to feed the giraffes, one of the workers talked to us the entire time so we wouldn't get bored. Also, the other animals were really close to are car. I've never been so close to those animals before, so it was a fun experience. I highly recommend coming here.
Marcie Hendershot — Google review
Absolutely love Fossil Rim!! Relaxing and as slow paced as you choose to go. This was our first time at the wildlife center. Animals are everywhere across the beautiful property and will come right up to your car. Me and the husband did the self guided tour and had a blast! At the gate entrance they give you food to feed the animals. Well worth the experience and we will be back!
Allison Smith — Google review
I only give this five stars because my 9 yr old loved it! While I did enjoy it, I feel it is lacking in the variety of wildlife available. This is my second visit, but the previous was like 20 years ago!
Overall would do it again!
Pros:
*Many animals do walk up to the car for an amazing experience
*Animals were not aggressive
*Place and animals are well maintained
*The trip lasted a good amount of time, and it was not super crowded (this is more of an off peak season)
*GIRAFFES!!!! Which you can hand feed 💕🦒
Cons:
* one bag of food for the car, I do feel you should give one bag per ticket!
*We were having to ration out food, I’m talking one or two pellets with the occasional indulgence!
*Although my daughter loved it, and I did enjoy it, it is mostly deer/antelope type of animals with the occasional sprinkle of variety like an ostrich, zebra, and of course the giraffes!
Misti I — Google review
Always a great way to spend your day with your family and get to be a part of nature. Price is a bit steep if you just do a one day pass, so you should consider getting an annual membership. The drive through the park is wonderful for kids to see animals roaming freely and to feed them with the provided feed. You will want to make sure your child rations out how much they throw at a time so that they have some for the giraffes at the end of the trip. Don’t forget to go to see the other animals near the gift shop midway through the trip.
Connie Wilson — Google review
Took my son on a safari adventure! We arrived early, at 8:30, when the park opened. We were able to see almost all the animals. The best part was when we fed the giraffes. My son enjoyed the entire experience. Feeding the giraffes and seeing his first ostrich were some of the highlights. You definitely want to save some of the feed they give you for the 🦒. Great experience and worth the cost to see the impact on my son
Jason Bessent — Google review
I recently visited the Fossil Rim Wildlife Center for a self-guided tour with my family, and we had a fantastic time. Our main highlight was the giraffes, and we were not disappointed. We had the incredible opportunity to see several giraffes up close, with two of them even approaching our car. It was an amazing experience to be so close to these majestic creatures.
In addition to the giraffes, there were plenty of other deer and similar species to observe. However, it would have been even more wonderful to see a greater variety of animals, such as local Texas species like longhorns and bison. Nonetheless, the prices were fair, and the staff members were friendly and helpful throughout our visit.
The road within the center was easy to navigate, and the directions provided were clear, so we didn't need a map. This made the tour hassle-free and enjoyable. I'm already planning to visit again, and I can't wait to bring other family members along. Overall, Fossil Rim Wildlife Center offers a great giraffe experience, and with some additional animal variety, it would be even more captivating.
Will — Google review
We had a house full of family and kids for Thanksgiving week and was looking for something to do. This place was great. The kids and adults loved it. Feeding the animals was the highlight.
The only downside was the cool weather. There were giraffes, big birds (ostriches) or zebras anywhere to be seen. We will go back, but in warmer weather.
lifesgoodintexas — Google review
We thoroughly enjoyed the overall experience. There were numerous animals, and it was delightful to feed them, especially the giraffes, which the kids loved. The only disappointment was that we arrived a bit late at 3 PM, and we didn't see many animals approaching the car. I believe the early morning hours are the right time to witness animals up close.
Laxmana Chary Nagalla — Google review
Fossil Rim Wildlife Center offers a wonderful safari-style experience for families. Located in the scenic Texas countryside, it provides a unique opportunity to observe a variety of wildlife up close in their natural habitat. Kids particularly enjoy the chance to see animals like giraffes, zebras, and rhinos from the comfort of their car seats. The leisurely drive through the park is both educational and enjoyable, with informative guides available to answer questions along the way. Overall, Fossil Rim is a great place for families to spend a day immersed in nature and wildlife.
Aylin Weyh — Google review
One of the best place for a unique family fun..
Be sure to follow the arrows if you take the self guided tour. We took a wrong turn and lost half of the tour and exited. And you can’t go back in. Admin wasn’t very helpful about it.
Also,tickets are non refundable, but maybe rescheduled. My parents couldn't make it and their tickets were wasted.
My car has a nice long deep scratch from the antlers of a deer. So don’t bring your car if you’re too sensitive.
You have to drive very patiently and carefully, lots of cars stop and take turns to feed and enjoy the animals…
Muhammad Murad — Google review
Perfect day trip from Dallas.
I took the family here for my brothers birthday. Although it was hot out & a lot of the animals were relaxing in the shade we were still able to interact with a lot of them. I read that the average time spent here is 2 hours but we were there for almost 3 hours. They have a ‘1 bag of animal food per car’ rule but it’s a lot of animal food & if there are multiple people in your vehicle they will give you a few empty bags so the animal food can be shared amongst everyone in the car who wants to feed the animals. There’s a nice little cafe at the mid point with a pretty overlook. Conveniently located near other points of interest like the dinosaur park.
Whitney M. — Google review
This was my first visit to Wildlife centre and I really enjoyed seeing all animals over there.
Advice :-
1. Try to go as early as possible so you can see all animals walking or running here and there. (Later after 11 AM due to sunny weather they might be taking rest under shadow or far way from your car)
2. Book tickets online in advance they gets busy in holidays.
Aditya Raghoji — Google review
We had the most incredible time at the wildlife center. This was our break as we drove across the country from colorado to Florida. The safari ride was amazing, the guide was so knowledgeable! She even made sure we got extra time feeding the giraffes and we felt so catered to. We will defiantly be planning to come back to experience this again.
Jacci Jo Walton — Google review
This wildlife place is nice and really good to visit with kids. They have lots of animals and they remains really close to the cars. On the entrance you will be provided with food to feed animals. You can feed them from your car just stretching your hands out. They also offer a guided tour and it needs prior reservation. Watch out the weather forecast before you go.
Sadia Disha — Google review
A little pricey but really cool. It was pretty cold when we went so not a lot of animal activity. It is a lot bigger than expected with a nice break at the halfway point. We opted for the self guided drive through. For 2 adults and 1 child it was $85 and included one cone of animal feed.
Brian Bownds — Google review
Went on the self-guided tour on the weekend. When you reach the gate to check in they provided a cone of food to throw outside for bringing animals closer. We were hoping to stop at the cafe that was midway on the tour but unfortunately was closed. I do like the self pacing of the safari and can spend time focusing on certain animals.
One downside though is some cars do not follow the rules so you have to wait at times for space to drive around them. Animals do block the road so be sure to have food available to lure them away or can bring them closer to feed. By the end we still had a good amount of food so the last animals at the gate got a feast.
Was a different experience and wouldn't mind going again to check out the regular tour.
Janice Y — Google review
I could not have asked for a better experience! I did a guided tour and had an amazing tour guide, Alex. She is an animal expert!! She answered all of my questions and I learned so much from her. The animals were beautiful and it really was a 10/10 experience. My friend and I are still talking about it. I feel so fortunate to live close enough to enjoy such an adventure! I highly recommend the guided tour. We even saw baby animals!
Nadine Iglesias — Google review
Came on a Monday morning so it was not too crowded. Still enough for some cars no more than 4 to be backed up. Road is wide enough to pass them.
One thing to keep in mind is that the animals have a huge amount of land to cover, so you might not see every animal. The deers love to eat the pellet and are always waiting by the road. Unfortunately, did not see any zebras. I was skeptical that the entire routes take 1.5 hrs but it really did take that long. The halfway point has a gift shop, cafe, a children's center, and some hiking trails. I think the price is quite good to offer all of that. The cafe was decent w a great view, and I loved the children's center. There were many goats walking around you can pet and brush. The hiking trails were also very nice and casual. Not intense at all, but still not as if you're walking on a sidewalk.
Kelly Low — Google review
Been here twice and it only keeps getting better!
We took the guided tour and we were 5 of us.
It is a very comfortable and scenic drive inside the 1800acre wildlife conservatory.
So many kinds of animals and birds!!! The giraffes, and deers are so friendly - they come right to your car sunroof/window and take a nibble of the animal feed provided by the wildlife centre.
Must visit for all age groups, definitely enjoyable for kids of all ages!
Also, come prepared with food if you plan to spend the day here - restaurants nearby are limited!
Girija Iyer — Google review
We had an amazing time here. So many animals to see. We got to feed the giraffes out of our hand. Lovely gift shop and bathrooms about half way through the drive.
Kathlyn Nauta — Google review
My family loves this place, we actually were going so often that we got a membership which is a great way to save money if you plan to go more than 2-3x per year. Everyone that comes to visit we take and they have a great time!
I also want to say every time we come it feels like a new experience because every season or day depending on the time you come and the weather the animals are different (e.g. in the spring you get to see lots of new little babies, in the fall the animals are super active when it isn’t too hot out, in the morning the animals are pretty playful)!
But what makes this place really special is not only seeing my kids light up because they get to feed a giraffe from their palm while sitting in the car, but all the conversation efforts they work on with the money they get from park visitors and donors!
Ashley McCracken — Google review
My recent visit to this place with my animal-loving daughter was a delightful experience. We had a wonderful time exploring and interacting with the various animals. Was lucky to feed a giraffe among 50 other vehicles and mostly everyone had failed as the giraffe chose to approach only me. From diverse species of deer and gazelles to majestic rhinoceros, the array of animals made it an unforgettable experience.
Tip: since its internal and speed limits are only 20 you can have your kids out of car seat for a better experience
Vijay Shankar Balaji — Google review
Be sure to buy tickets ahead! I recommend the guided tour, otherwise, you will just drive through the park and not really know what you are looking at and what the significance is.
The tour provided treats to give the animals and lettuce to feed the giraffes. There were so many endangered animals in the park. It was humbling to be introduced to the programs that are saving the species from extinction. My favorite was the Southern White Rhino. We got to see the baby, Rocket, with his mom on the first day he was let out.
There’s a couple hiking trails, a cafe, gift shop, and a children’s animal center where goats roam and are ready to be spoiled.
Kaylie Pierce — Google review
Nice place to keep the kids engaged. We opted to ride in our own car instead of the safari to have more control over the time and spend more time with the favorite and most active animals that kids enjoy feeding We opened the sunroof and giraffe entered in to the car through sunroof for the feed. Unforgettable experience!!!
Karthik Raghuraman — Google review
The last time we visited was almost 12-13 years ago and didn’t have much recollection. So, we went this time with a fresh perspective and were pleasantly surprised at the number of animals and the close proximity of interacting with them. Thoroughly enjoyed the trip.
Murali Vusirikala — Google review
Wonderful! The animals are very well cared for and the tours are a must! You only short change yourself by driving through yourself! the guide was incredibly knowledgeable and loved her job! The work done here for the animals cannot be overstated as they not only care for but also help to save many of the species from becoming extinct. Again the tours are really the best way to experience this wonderful place.
The Waco Mammoth National Monument is a protected paleontological site where an ancient herd of Columbian mammoths was discovered in 1978. The site now contains fossilized remains of the mammoths, as well as other Ice Age animals, and offers visitors a chance to view them in person.
It was unfortunate circumstances that brought me to this area of Waco (final services at a nearby funeral home), but my wife found this on the map along our way. Our two boys are young enough that this was an amazing break on our trip. Actually, I thought it was just as awesome!
The staff was among the most professional and friendly of any park I’ve ever visited. The trail to the site is short and a beautiful walk beneath the trees.
Pretty need find a little out of the way, but worth the visit.
Michael Oakes — Google review
This is a really neat site. Our tour guide was great and shared so much about the history and significance of this place.
I definitely recommend stopping here. Where else can you see an active (though not being actively worked on) dig site?
The gift shop was great too. Specifically the minerals they have for sale. So many different ones to choose from. Great prices too, anywhere from a couple bucks to a couple hundred, depending on the type and size.
Glorkar Floki — Google review
This is fairly young park compared to other national parks. Its small but the main attraction is presented well. Its wheelchair friendly and there are trails for folks who like to exolore. Very small fee but it helps maintain the park.
Ana Bruja - Khayos — Google review
This place was simply amazing! I went here curious about the past and left with so much knowledge and amazing crystals! The tour guide was so sweet and you could tell she was passionate and truly cares about her job. They have a store inside that has some of the most beautiful crystals I’ve ever seen and they are VERY well priced! 10/10, can’t wait to visit again!
Molly C — Google review
My son and I really enjoyed this day trip! Really interesting to see and to hear the tour guide tell of all the fun facts. Great family outing!!! A must for locals, and tourists will find it a treat. The area is quite beautiful and lush, being on the Brazos River area. Easy to imagine these giants roaming around. Other animal bones, such as giant tortoises, camels, and some they're not sure, are there too. Great day!
Constance Cade — Google review
Okay so bathrooms only available near the parking lot. It’s not a far walk to the place. I have a 3 because I just was expecting it to be more educational. Kid friendly. There’s a sand digging box at the top near parking lot. Paths are paved & easy. No wait on a weekend. Buy tickets up front that they do check for before you can see the bones. I also thought there’d be more bones in one location but each one was not individually marked so it was hard to tell where all 22 were.
N Paulic — Google review
Great experience! Very informative tour and the climate controlled dig site was a treat from the heat! The gift shop items were reasonably priced and there is an activity tent for the kids and a sand box where kids can dig for their own fossils. I recommend bringing them in sandals and an extra set of clothes for afterwards. They also have a hiking trail you can do. Beautiful place to visit!
Myra Hernandez — Google review
I think entry was free but if you wanted the guided tour of the site then it was a minimal charge, maybe $5.00 and well worth it. The rangers were excellent. I purchased a lot of interesting items in the gift shop too. Lots of great learning toys for kids. Wish the tee shirts were of a softer material. Only a short drive from downtown Waco and well worth the visit.
Becky C. — Google review
Awesome place to visit with kids. The dig sight was very cool to see, and the tour guide had a lot of information to share about the history. Plus, it's indoors after a short walk!
Casey was awesome at the sales table, he was friendly and chatted with my kids about their experience. Another park ranger was a huge help when my youngest fell and scraped her knee, I don't recall her name, but she was quick to give my child first aid and helped calm her down.
Leyna Saultz — Google review
Really cool exhibit showing an archaeological site of ancient mammoth remains. I don’t remember the tour guides name but she was excellent; very knowledgeable and funny too. Definitely worth the $6 and there are some small walking trails too.
Ford Thorman — Google review
First off; do the tour! The guides will tell you what you’re looking at and they make the experience. Anyone who is remotely interested in fossils will enjoy this site. The bones you’re looking at are real; they are being dug out of the ground. It’s an active dig site so if you come back later they may have new info for you!
The whole area is easily accessible for anyone. There’s a short walk, but no stairs and it’s all paved; and if you think it’s too far you can ask about the shortcut from the parking lot. The walk is through the woods which is beautiful to see as well. Overall I’d highly recommend coming here and seeing this fascinating site.
sierra kenison — Google review
This was a really fun national monument and I highly recommend visiting if you're in the Waco area.
I was here for the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 and the rangers did a great job facilitating the event. They gave out free eclipse glasses and kept the crowds under control while being friendly and informative.
The ticket for the dig site was $6 and you get to see mammoth fossils still preserved in the ground. The rangers there were happy to answer questions as well. They've also got some hiking and nature trails in the park too.
5 stars!
Arnav Agarwal — Google review
You can have a nice walk and beautiful mammoth 🦣 visit to the monument! Definitely a worth visit!
My childhood dream of seeing mammoth 🦣 has been fulfilled 😇😁☺️
There are many beautiful stones you can purchase at the souvenir shop and got some stuffs! I’m happy and content!
Come visit and enjoy the fossils visit!
Cheers 🥂
Mr. No Tengo Dinero — Google review
This was a great stop with some fun stuff to check out during the Fall Fossil Festival. The staff was super friendly and engaging. Plenty of parking and golf carts to shuttle you if needed from the overflow parking lot. Pricing is very reasonable for the tour and the items for sale. Lots of info given and interactive things for the kids to do from clotting to digging to helping out with shifting through actual dig sure material to help them find micro fossils. The had pumpkin painting, meet and greet with live camels and even had truck out yet buckets for kids to pick a treat from.
Rene Trevino — Google review
If you have seen the movie ice age and wondered if you will be seeing a real mammoth then you are at the right place. It’s really exciting to think that the fossilized remains that we can see here in the digging site was a real mammoth from ice age. Other than the fossil there is a trail where you can take a short hike. This place also has a picnic spot and restrooms however the restrooms are inside the welcome center. Admission for adults is $6 and only required if you want to visit the dig shelter but you can roam around rest of the park for free. Plenty of parking spots available and you can park your RV either.
Taofiq Hasan — Google review
I just loved my visit. The staff was so friendly and knowledgeable. The bones were amazing to see. The signage was excellent. The vibe was so cool I want to get my degree in whatever I'd need to study so I can work here! What a cool place. Go see some wooly mammoths! (And skip the awful natural history museum.)
Loretta Pontillo — Google review
It’s a must visit place for those living in waco. This place is nice historic and well maintained. The fossil was discovered by two men in 1978 and then upon the realization of the importance of the Mammoth’s fossil this place was made a dig shelter. The museum is under the national park services and was opened for people since 2009. It’s a good place to visit with little kids and to learn about mammoth and history. This area also has hiking trail and picnic area. You should buy tickets from the visitor center and then follow directions to the dig shelter. You will also find souvenirs to buy in the visitor center.
Sadia Disha — Google review
Highly recommed a visit to this location. The guides were so informative. We had a group of people ranging in age from 90 to 9 and everyone loved it!
Bobbie DoLittle — Google review
Great little spot to kill an hour or so. Very interesting guided tour with informative and helpful guides. Pretty neat to be able be so close to the real thing instead of mock ups in a museum!
Yes it costs just a bit to see, but they go to pretty extensive lengths to preserve the actively studied site.
Nate Bressler — Google review
Really loved this stop on our Texas road trip. Very interesting information about the Columbian Mammoth. You also get to see the actual fossils and the excavation process. Josie was our guide and did an excellent job. 6 dollars per person for the tour.
Sharon Martin Andre — Google review
Showed up at 9am on a weekday and got a tour with just me and another person. Fairly short and not too many artifacts, but lots of information. Our tour was about 35 minutes since we had some questions. Staff was knowledgeable and friendly. The gift shop was reasonably priced.
Justin Villa — Google review
Very unique park located in Waco. $6 per adult. The gift shop at the entrance hosts the restrooms. Tickets can also be purchased at said gift shop. A tour is included if wanted, or the park can be seen without the tour. If you decide to go on the tour, don't lose your ticket as they will ask for it when you go into the excavation site.
Carlos Gonzalez — Google review
Very fun and informative! They have some of the actual fossils found there and you can look from the same room. Tour tickets are only $6 per adult. Lots of fun souvenirs in the gift shop. They also have replicas you can get closer to or touch. Guides are very knowledgeable about it. This is a newer exhibit that is still growing and they are learning about the fossils more all the time right now. Keep in mind there is really only one small site to see, mostly you are there long enough to learn about what you're looking at. The guide is good because I wouldn't know what any of the bones were if I was looking by myself. Definitely recommend for a quick stop! Seem to be starting tours very frequently. You have plenty of time to take pics and ask questions.
Hannah Hollyfield — Google review
This is an active dig. The real thing! A fun gift shop and sand box for the kids to pretend they are digging for bones. The tour was perfect in length. The tour flow is great. Wait time for next tour 5-15 mins, gift shop, sand box, a 10 min walk along a path through a lush forest, tour guides are informative and humorous, ending up in an air conditioned beautiful pavilion that protects the active dig. Stunning!
Greg Moore — Google review
This is such a great and fun excavation center! The staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. They have documentaries on while you wait for a tour to start, and they sell various items to fund the park. We bought a magnet and a stuffed animal. The prices are a bit high, but they are normal for tourist attractions. Their gift shop sells some nice souvenirs, and they have imported rocks. They are right off the highway and have a bathroom, which is nice and convenient. There weren't many people when we went there, but that was midday on a Monday, so don't take that to heart. The cost was very low, and we learned a lot. Hopefully, they can attract more people. I only wish they were doing some excavation, as there were many cool bones/skellingtons I would love to see uncovered. Overall, a 5 star attraction.
Tristan Wilczynska — Google review
Overall, a nice small museum with real mammoth bones still in their location, uncovered. $17 for 2 adults and kid age 4 and 2 year old (free). My girls enjoyed digging up bones in the dirt and asking why the mammoths died. Short 5 min paved walk to the museum from the parking lot - stroller friendly.
Wilmington Mom — Google review
Great National Monument park hidden away in Waco. Tours run every half hour, the dog site had a building built around it, air conditioned and protected. The tour guide was friendly, funny, and very informative. Even my preteen admitted it was very cool!
Cute gift shop at the top, with free kids mini dig site, that my toddler loved. We spent about 2 hours here, and had a wonderful time at very low cost!
Kelsi Riqueros — Google review
It was awesome! A must visit at Waco. It gives us good information on the mammoths. I definitely recommend the tour as you know what you are looking at. Otherwise it might just be a bunch of bones. The guide was humorous , informative and very helpful. He explained it clearly.
They also have a cute little gift shop and so many things to choose from.
Just a reminder. No cafe or eatables.
Definitely a great place to visit.
Gayathri Iyer — Google review
This was way beyond my expectations!!
I’m not sure why but I thought it would only be a couple of mammoth bones, not as many as I got to see today 😃
The other animal bones made it feel surreal, the feeling of how different our environments were back then to here I am standing right above so much natural history.
I really enjoyed this and need to come back with more time.
They have informational tours, I visited on a whim so unsure of the times for those. Ours was at 3:30 then they had another coming up at 4:15 but I was unable to stay.
Wait time was less than 10mins (way less) and I did not see an option to pay online just when you get there.
The Dr Pepper Museum is an American history museum based in Waco, Texas, that specializes in the history and memorabilia of soft drinks. The museum has a collection of over 4 million items related to the soft drink industry, including soda bottles, advertisements, and equipment from pre-dating Coca-Cola by one year. The museum also features exhibits on the economics of the soft drink industry as well as how it has shaped American culture.
LOVED the museum! So much to see and learn. The staff was great. The gift shop and soda fountain area was our favorite! The kids loved that they got to make their own soda and create new flavors! It was a great experience.
Myra Hernandez — Google review
I LOVED this place. As a native Texan, raised on the only soda there is, this museum was Awesome! There are three floors of Dr Pepper memorabilia. There is also a soda fountain and interactive workshops. The Make-a-Soda was very fun(do recommend buying advanced tickets for this and the Taste-a-Soda) The gift shop was great. You can take home everything from shirts, hats, and magnets to the original Dr Pepper itself. Also, every paid admission receives a free Dr Pepper or $1 off the floats.
amber t — Google review
Super Place to take a break from driving for a few hours. Much more to see and do than we expected. Try the Taste-a-soda... We got 0 right but had a great time with Gale anyway. My kids 16&14 actually enjoyed the whole place. Don't miss the Dr. Pepper floats. Seriously.... Don't miss them.
Kathryn Whitmore — Google review
Great place to visit. Enjoyed touring the museum. It has 3 floors filled with Dr Pepper stuff plus adjoining buildings with a gift shop & small cafe. Plus it is only about 2 blocks away from the famous Magnolia Complex of Chip & Joanne fame.
Mike Travelling — Google review
$10 to enter per person. You get a voucher for a small Dr Pepper at the end or $1 off at the gift shop. Everything a Dr Pepper lover will enjoy. From the humble begins to present day, this is a cool place to visit. Lots of picture taking opportunities here. Some exhibits are hard not to touch as they state not to touch. A place to see after the Magnolia Silos in Waco.
Carlos Gonzalez — Google review
This place was pretty cool. Way more interesting than I thought it would be. It has the expected history, cans and bottles and old advertisements. But there's also flavor chemistry, manufacturing stuff, the flops like celery soda and new coke. Lots of reading, don't expect to be wowed by loud music and flashing lights. Ten bucks. 2 buildings.
Gary Thompson — Google review
Fun museum on the history of Dr. Pepper. Three floors to explore and lots of cute photo ops in the museum. Soda fountain was a fun way to end, and some of the soda choices are included with the $10 admission ticket, or you can get $ 1 off other options, including floats. Taste-A-Soda and Make-Your-Own-Sodas you can add on for an extra $5 and $10 per person. Both are very fun and memorable experiences. Pogo pass Dallas includes the admission ticket, and you can usually find promos for a discount on the Pogo pass.
Sarah Naik — Google review
Excellent museum! Kids love Dr. Pepper and on our way to Dallas we stopped and it was awesome experience! Very neat to read and see the history of the drink, various photos, equipment, tools, first bottles and more! At the end tried the float and was tasty! Kids loved it! Recommended it!
Jorge L. Flores — Google review
Definitely an experience to share!!! There was a lot of information about the Dr. Pepper company, how it was made, where it came from and even where it is now. If you have an afternoon, Definitely check it out!!! Don't forget to get your free drink or dollar off of a float! (Which I recommend!)
Samantha Landzettel — Google review
I don't think just anybody would be as excited by this museum as we were, but we are so glad we stopped!
It's not World of Coca-Cola (Atlanta), but isn't trying to be, and that's what we loved! It's a small, non-profit museum in an historic building telling a story about the rise of soft drink, the bottling processes, the employee experiences, the international expansion, the power of marketing, and the passion of one of Dr. Pepper's most devoted CEOs-W. W. "Foots" Clements.
My 16 year-old said he preferred it to World of Coke (though that was about 4 years ago). That may have also partly been because it's smaller size and cheaper ticket meant we only spent about 2 hours and didn't burn out the kids. Mom and I had been through here almost 20 years ago and were shocked how much it seemed to have grown. If it was there before, we missed the 7-Up section and soda jerk / soda floats completely before, but not this time!
Who SHOULD visit? I'd say it is definitely better for someone who is interested in soda pop (or history in general), willing to do a lot of reading, and doesn't require hands-on exhibits to stay occupied. A bit of nostalgia helps, too, whether you're of the "10, 2, and 4" era or "Wouldn't you like to be a Pepper, too?" Now, time to go try a hot Dr. Pepper...
Michael S — Google review
We highly enjoyed the Dr. Pepper Museum. Lots of cool things on display.Good history of the company and it's employees. I enjoy the trucks on display a lot. The staff was very friendly. It's worth the $10 to get in. My whole family enjoyed the museum. Easy to get to off of I-35
A Allen — Google review
We honestly hit this up due the proximity to magnolia market. It was a cute hidden gem that does show a unique way of preserving the history of the Dr Pepper company. All of the antique signage and marketing pieces were great to look at. You won’t need to reserve admission tickets in advance but it you’re interested in either the Make A Soda or Taste a Soda experiences I would def buy these in advance.
Kristen Stirtz — Google review
A very interesting place to visit- no idea this even existed! We had a great time going through the building that had such history. This happens to be my youngest son's favorite drink. We enjoyed looking through the different eras of production of this American institution. We were glad to be there and of course go to the gift shop for souvenirs to bring back to California. A great family environment and one that we hope to visit again.
Angelita F — Google review
A nice museum that exhibits the origin and the history of an alternate drink among the other familiar drinks !
Home of Dr.Pepper is a nice architectural piece.
The museum store gives the choices for the souvenirs, and an on site quick bite restaurant with indigenous drink gives an opportunity to spend some time relaxing.
No car parking in site. Paid lots and street parking are available nearby.
T RS — Google review
Really well done museum with a complete history of Dr Pepper.
The place is right next to the Silos in Waco making it very convenient for multiple experiences in one day.
The staff were friendly and helpful.
The only negatives were the tables in the malt shop were not cleaned regularly and the gift shop is over priced.
However, if you are a fan of Dr Pepper, you will love the experience.
Brandon Pratt — Google review
"I'm A Pepper", so of course I had to visit the Dr. Pepper Museum while in Waco! :-) There are 3 floors packed with memorabilia inside of a 1906 bottling plant. There's so much to take in and interact with that I recommend giving yourself at least an hour to get through it all. One of my favorite things about this museum was a "theater" where you can sit and watch all of the Dr. Pepper commercials! The "I'm A Pepper" commercial is my favorite, but my goodness, I heard it in my head over and over for the rest of the tour. :-)
Then there's the gift shop and the soda fountain, complete with a "soda jerk", so plan on an extra hour of two after enjoying the museum. Grab a free Dr. Pepper (best ever) or get a dollar off a Dr. Pepper Float on your way out.
My friend, Nicole, thought the sign that read "Tip your Jerk" was awfully rude, until I explained that Soda Jerk is the actual title of the sweet lady who poured our DP! :-D
(If you love Dr. Pepper like I do, grab a bag of Dr. Pepper Cotton Candy while your there!)
I absolutely recommend making time to visit the Dr. Pepper Museum if you're ever in or near Waco, Texas! I loved it!
Lisa Marie — Google review
What a cool experience! So much history at the Dr pepper museum. History of sparkling water, mineral water, Dr pepper, and all kinds of other soda's. Museum also had pictures and information about the tornado of 1953 that destroyed a large portion of Waco. Museum tour includes a fountain drink as well. So much history here. Great way to cool off indoors and learn about the history of soda! Definitely recommend this place.
Rebekah Johnson — Google review
Love it!!! Definitely a great experience for a Dr.Pepper fan or really any soda fan! Did the taste testing and make your own soda exhibits that were so fun to do. Book in advance!! Great photo ops too and awesome gift shop.
The virtual tour was kind of hard to follow and not really up to date with the museum, so it would be great if you could update it and not make it a video but audio only
Sabrina Williams — Google review
We enjoyed the museum. There was a lot of really neat stuff from all over the world. Some interactive exhibits. The science lab was fun! The snack shoppe was a great atmosphere.
Andrea Fortner — Google review
This was a really neat place to visit. We loved the Make-a-Soda class. Some of the items in the gift shop are pretty expensive (a medium-sized puppy was $30) so beware, but overall, it was a cool experience for kids.
Mary Mitchell — Google review
Amazing museum! LOADS of history everywhere you turn, but if you're "A Pepper," it's a lot more interesting! There are also a couple of experiences to participate in for just a little extra $.
There's an old fashioned soda bar where you can get a DP and/or ice cream float. Of course, there's also a gift shop. Really fun place!
Jenny LaFon — Google review
Having too much fun making my own soda today!!! 😍
So much fun!!! Make your own flavored soda for $10!! You have 3 tries. Raspberry, lime and 7up combo is good :) you can ask for separate cups and mix and match on your own!! You can also get a free drink at the end or get $1 off menu items (get 2 scoops of ice cream for $4 or a root beer float for $5). Fun for kids and adults, good family activity to do if you're visiting!
Rita L — Google review
Lots of fun if you like to visit museums. Me and my husband decided to visit it and absolutely loved it. It was so much fun finding out how they bottled, what inspired them to start fizzy drinks and we absolutely loved the ads created old times to advertise Dr Pepper outside. They also have a make your own soda lab which we couldn’t make it on time but looked like so much fun. The best was they served hot Dr Pepper. It was so good.
Gayathri Iyer — Google review
It was a nice to see the history or Dr. Pepper. They even had cans and bottles from other countries. It cost $10 to get in but it also came with a voucher for a free fountain drink or a discount on a souvenir cup. They also had a penny machine where you can make a Dr. Pepper penny for $0.51. I recommend you go early so you can try their soda maker we went later in the day and it was already closed.
Gemini Stokes — Google review
I love (and am slightly addicted to) Dr Pepper and made a special day trip from Dallas to Waco, just to go to the museum! The history is fascinating and I loved all the displays. The line for the free drink was super long and I'd packed my own bottle of Dr Pepper Cherry for the road, so I didn't wait in line. The Make a Soda and Taste a Soda were booked by the time I arrived, but it looked fun and interesting! There's a lot of exclusive items available in the small gift shop. I might have spent a small fortune 🤣
Kati Hatfield — Google review
A cool little walk through with the entire history of Dr Pepper from beginning to present day!! When you buy the $10 general admission walk through you also get a hand made Dr Pepper at the end of the tour. I also recommend buying tickets in advance for the Dr Pepper tasting and the make your own soda experience. They usually are sold out by the day of so buying in advance is a good thing. Overall a really cool experience. $10 parking was available across the street from the museum.
J W — Google review
We really enjoyed our visit. There are lots of interesting marketing things to see, and the history is pretty cool. Value wise, I think the extra experiences are overpriced. We paid $30 for a quick 20 minute make your own soda. I think a fair value would be half or make general admission $15 and include the experience. I think it would also be cool to make a professional label instead of one you write in with a sharpie. That being said, the folks running the experience were super awesome and did an outstanding job. If you are in the area, I recommend stopping. Lots of good photo opportunities.
edward saiz — Google review
Fun place, close parking on the street, and reasonable price to get in. Went with my family for a little outing and everyone seemed to enjoy the atmosphere. The reason I gave four stars is because you are given a bracelet at entry to receive a free drink at the end of seeing the museum. You pass a gift shop then a big area where drinks and shakes are made ( the bracelet is for a drink only ), well both the gift shop and drink area where unbelievably packed! We decided to pass up the drink and leave.
Sarah Farison — Google review
I’ve been a fan of Dr Pepper for more than 20 years now and I’m glad I got to visit Mecca! So cool to learn the history of not only my favorite drink but as an entrepreneur it was awesome to learn about the company!
I was nervous that this wouldn’t be a good place for my kids but there was plenty of fun activities for them! I would definitely visit again the next time I find myself in Waco.
Guided tours of a vast cave, from a standard tour to an exploration of undeveloped sections.
A literal hidden gem right off of I-35. There are three levels of tours. The Adventure is best for families with young children or those who aren’t interested in crawling into tight spaces. The Hidden tour is a medium challenge for anyone over age 7, and is the one we did. The Wild requires participants to be over 13 and involves crawling and getting into and through tight spaces. It looks amazing and we will come back and do it at another point (either when the kids are older or as an adult date). Our tour guide, Tawny, was friendly and very knowledgeable. The caves are really cool and the tour gets you to see a wide variety of formations and features. There is also an area above ground where you can buy bags or buckets of dirt pre-loaded with semi-precious stones, replica arrowheads, or fossils and then “pan” for your treasures in the sluice. My kids loved it. There’s also a small playground which is well maintained. We didn’t go on the zip line ride although it looked fun. Overall, highly recommended. Although the tours aren’t cheap, they are well worth the money and give you a good amount of time underground.
Liz Sweigart — Google review
This attraction has something for everyone. The cave is good-sized and has enough rooms to make for approximately a 1 hour tour. It features many enjoyable sites and formations. There is adequate parking out front and they provide restrooms in the lobby area so GO before you enter the cave. There is a charming gift shop and a small snack and lunch area that includes outdoor seating and a modest playscape. Many groups of schoolchildren go to this attraction regularly so expect a crowd of kids. The tour guides are knowledgeable and can answer most any question. Unfortunately, this attraction is not for the mobility challenged... The cave floor is uneven with lots of slopes, bumps and slick areas.
Mark Otte — Google review
We went on the one hour tour that goes about a mile. It was raining outside and the cave was the perfect place to spend time during the storm. They have a coupon on the website for save $1. Also they have a turtle and zip line outside. Our guide was awesome, wish I remembered her name. She shared lots of great facts about the cave discovery and told stories about the formations inside. Fun and great activity for all ages.
Emily Price — Google review
What am amazing place!!! The map on the wall was so detailed and made me want to explore the cave. It was fun to see the seated zipline outside before we made our way inside. So many interesting fossils and bone specimens. Very impressive.
Great selection of souvenirs and gifts!!!
The snacks and drinks looked very inviting although we didn't have any as we had already had lunch.
Definitely a great tour for the whole family!!!!
Brenda Mark — Google review
This was a very interesting place with a very good guide that was very knowledgeable able the caves. She had an answer for everyone questions. I would recommend this tour which was great for all ages. This is a walking tour and sometimes it can be very steep and slippery so where good shoes and be ready for a hour long hike inside a beautiful cave. I recommend this tour it was very informative and beautiful.
G Kawa — Google review
Great tour which takes about an hour. No strollers are allowed and low ceilings in places make it tough to bring little ones. If it's tough for your kid to keep their voices low, not touch things, or plan out a bathroom visit before the tour then you reconsider the appropriateness of the visit for your family. My daughter (8) says it was great because the tour guide pointed out a lot of interesting things. My son (6) says it was great because there was a lot of stuff you wouldn't normally see.
David Rainey — Google review
We had a blast going here. We did the 1 mile walk into the cavern. Our tour guide had a great personality and made it really fun and educational. We will definitely go back. Next time I want to do the long one where you get to crawl through the smaller holes.
Ray Lambert — Google review
Great place for kids. The guided tour was great, informative and fun! The last part of experiencing pitch black darkness was amazing! And the kids were amazed to see a few rocks that can reflect light in the dark!
Hhimanshu Joshi — Google review
Amazing cave structures can be seen here.
I did the hidden adventure tour which involved some nice paths, not too tight. It was very cool and educational. The air was a bit cooler and a whole lot more humid down below. Our guide was good, she shared some things and made family appropriate jokes.
Overall the tour was about an hour and a half long. The wait was about an hour. Its worth a visit, especially if caves are your thing.
Dan Stewart — Google review
Great smooth trail for a cave. Lots of formations. Steep trail in places, no wheeled vehicles allowed. Hand rails, must be able to walk 1+ miles. Easy for cave walks, medium difficulty as for a hike. 72° F year round, humid, bring water. Backpack not needed, camera and backup flashlight are nice to have. Most of the trail was lit.
Sarah Wagstaff — Google review
An absolutely amazing and informative tour, including the history of the discovery, of the caverns and their importance to both the geological and paleontological records, as well as a nesting place for the local bat colonies.
Our two teens were fully engaged, and are now keen to explore other cave systems in central Texas.
Special shout out to Rachel, our tour guide par excellence! She has a great gift for making the tour a memorable experience!
George Popa — Google review
Great time with the family and really a great way to get out of the hot hot hot Texas heat! Our host Leroy was very witty and kept us engaged throughout the tour. Highly recommend!
Sam Menist — Google review
Great fun, but go when it is less crowded. They do tours every 20 min, but they are 30 person max. I first arrived, like an idiot, at 1:30pm on a Saturday, probably their busiest time. We would have had to wait till 3:40 for a tour. Luckily, we were going to be going by again on Monday. We went Monday morning, and it wasn't crowded at all. The cave being cool is a nice break from the summer heat, too. You don't need hiking boots, but some nice shoes with socks that get good traction certainly help.
Overall I love this place. I have been 3 or 4 times, and went again today to take my son for his first time.
Mike Brock — Google review
The Adventure tour was great for our family reunion activity today. Our tour guide was great and made sure to wait for everyone to talk about each spot. We even had our grandmother with us and she did not have trouble keeping up. The ramp back up is a climb though.
Jesse S — Google review
More about money than conservation, and a big wait for them to up-sell photos in the initial area of the cave. Some beautiful cave rooms, but overall experience was low compared to other caves in the area. First, the tour groups are relatively huge, and tours were packed in closely after another, so we were frequently passing another group, too. This made for a very noisy trek and some people were touching what they could reach while the guide was a long distance away "guiding" the first few people and seldom waiting for the rest of the group. It might be good for taking younger kids, but adults that don't like experiencing a cave while dodging a bunch of other people and louder than an 8th grade auditorium.... Probably a pass.
Taf Fishy — Google review
I've been wanting to visit this cavern for years and finally had the chance to do it. I was not disappointed.😁💓
Parking is free and easy to get in and out of. They have a gift and snack shop in the guest area and the restrooms are very clean. They offer active duty, veteran and retired discounts as I'm sure a senior discount as well....be sure to ask for this. Tours run often and the tour guides are very knowledgeable about the cave and ready to answer any questions.💪
The cavern itself is AMAZING. It stays nice and cool throughout the year. The rock formations are incredible and the passageways are fun to travel thru. The lighting inside make the formations come alive and the views of each "room" are spectacular. It's quite a treat to see what nature has carved after millions of years.👍
There are a ton of restaurants and hotels within the general area. This was well worth the drive from Houston.🚗
Henry A. Rodriguez — Google review
Great experience. Awesome caves with an easy path with hand rails and mats for safety. Our guide was very knowledgeable about the caves and their history. We took the Adventure tour, but will return to do the Hidden Passage tour on our next trip!
Noelleblue — Google review
A nice day out with the grandson. We both enjoyed it! About a mile walk (ish). Unlike most caverns I've been in this one was very warm (close to 80) and humid. I suggest to dress lightly. I'm elderly and not in the best shape but able to go the full distance no problem. Paul our guide was very informative and great at keeping things light and fun. Staff was wonderful and friendly.
Only down side is cost was more than others like places, gift shop was a bit over priced and outside ride was not available.
I do recommend finding discounts online that are available.
Overall it was a nice place .
P& B — Google review
I was pleasantly surprised with how fun this was. Growing up in Utah, I've been on the tour for Timpanogos Cave, but these caverns were surprisingly different. First, they're large! Second, each section is unique. The ticket line was long (however, everyone was in town for the eclipse, so that may not be a factor most days), but our guide was hilarious and made geology fun. I definitely recommend this adventure.
Natalie Nielsen — Google review
Such a great experience.. you will think that you are out of the world .
tour guide was very nice and friendly. I visited here starting February so inside it was not too hot.
Water is allowed and also you can take pics but no touching the surface until your guide says.
Priya Nath — Google review
We went on a Thanksgiving weekend and it was not crowded. We were able to join the regular tour in 10 minutes. The tour is around 90 mins. The guide was great 😃. He had a sense of humor 😁. The cave had about 3 large halls. inside was warm so no need to wear any jackets. This is not a wheelchair or stroller friendly path. But you can take infants on a baby carrier.
Shavik Harindra Gunarathne — Google review
Nice tour walking around the cave, wear comfy walking shoes since it might be a bit slippery inside. you’ll go downhill on the way in and uphill on the way back. Tour guide was nice and will talk about the different formations along the way.
Rita L — Google review
Really amazing experience.
Did the hidden passages experience. 100% worth it. Leroy our tour guide was funny and knowledgeable. Super recomended, by teens... so you know it's for real lol. We are coming back in a yr to do the wild tour, thanks to Leroy for making it sound like something we can't miss!
shantell sullivan — Google review
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If you're looking for an adrenaline rush, look no further than Lake Travis Zipline Adventures. Their lines are some of the longest and fastest in the state, making it the perfect place to experience Austin's natural beauty from a new perspective.
Our first time zip-lining and it was a blast!! Sarah and Nathan were fantastic guides/instructors. Be prepared to HIKE up and wear the right shoes. You go through a total of 5 lines, each higher up and for longer. I appreciated everything - clean bathrooms, able to lock valuables, water bottles provided throughout, wonderful trip on the boat. And most of all, I felt completely safe the entire time with amazing views of Lake Travis. You won't regret it.
Vivian Kong — Google review
My 14-year-old son and I had a great time. Our guides, Tristan N. and Austin L. were amazing. There were a few people in our group who were noticeably nervous around heights, and our guides both did a great job of putting them at ease. They are funny, knowledgeable, outgoing, intelligent, and helpful. They both deserve a big raise!
As for the course itself, it was fun, and the hikes are not really all that challenging. The views are great and the trails are well maintained. Just where some comfortable running shoes or hiking boots, and drink plenty of water, which is provided at various points along the course.
If your kids are within the weight limits, I highly recommend Lake Travis Zipline Adventures. They’ll have a blast and maybe even get a confidence boost as well! Don’t forget to bring some extra cash to tip your guides. These kids work their tails off and I can’t say enough about their positive attitudes and professionalism.
We definitely plan to come back soon for the night flight course.
Nick Allison — Google review
This was an amazing experience. I’ve done a lot of guided zip line tours and while the zips themselves aren’t much of anything special, the tour guides make this worth it! Don’t get me wrong, the zips are awesome and long, but in the end, it’s just a zip. The tour guides though? Incredible! I had J and Austin. They worked together very well and had fun stories, sayings, were humorous and just a general joy to spend 3 hours if my day with. Thanks for a great time!
Skye Hill — Google review
Brian and Miriam were incredible guides! Had a lot of fun with them. My boyfriend and myself went for our 2nd year anniversary, and we had so much fun. From the pontoon ride across the lake, to the half-mile long zipline at the end, it was amazing! My boyfriend made sure to have me say "Brian's thighs were the real highlight here."
Thank you guys for the amazing day!
Cortney Murry — Google review
Very fun experience. Even with the overcast weather, the views were beautiful and the hikes between lines were fun. Our guides Lucy and Orion were energetic and kept the whole tour exciting. Bring comfortable shoes as you'll be hiking between lines, but they're short hikes no more than 15 minutes. Highly recommend a trip up to Lake Travis just to Zipline.
Michael Dodd — Google review
The zip lines were SO cool!! The two longest zip lines had really pretty views. Jay and Lizzy V were our guides and they were fantastic!! They explained everything well and were super energetic! We’d definitely come back!!
Kat C — Google review
It was 105 degrees and although there was grueling uphill hiking, it was well worth it. The instructors guided the group at a good pace and assured we stayed well hydrated throughout the entire course. Miriam was especially helpful to me when I fell behind the group on the last and longest trail. Joseph motivated everyone that was nervous. He posed in several positions on the wires for us to take pictures. The views from the top were amazing. It was a high adrenaline adventure that has to be experienced at least once. Me at 66 years of age, highly recommend Zipline Lake Travis.
Juan Sanchez — Google review
We went ziplining on one of our honeymoon activities here at Lake Travis Zipline Adventures. Our tour guides were Austin and Miriam. They were a fun duo. My new wife has always been deathly afraid of heights. But Austin's humor and Miriam's assist to that humor kept her fear at bay and focused on the fun. They were safe and professional at the same time fun and witty. These two deserve a raise. Thanks Austin and Miriam for a great day on our honeymoon. You made great memories for us.
Adam Gulbransen — Google review
Austin & Ben (Our Guides) were the best ever! We had a blast! They had a great sense of humor!!! When we do go back, I will request those 2 guys!!! (Great hike for "butt" muscles) :)
Tandy B — Google review
Fantastic time! Beautiful views, especially around sunset. Nice deck at the end to grab a drink and unwind a little after you're done. There's some hiking involved, but the good news is that "what hikes up gets to zip down!" O'Ryan and Andrew were our guides and they did a great job for our group.
Peter Simmang — Google review
Casey and Eric were great tour guides, they did a great job at getting everyone comfortable! The boat ride was to and from the zip lining which was beautiful being able to see the water. The hike was challenging yet fun! The zip lining was the best part with a beautiful view over lake Travis over the water and the nature. All throughout the tours they take pictures that you can take with you and purchase at the end :)
Amani Bradshaw — Google review
Eric and Brice were amazing guides. This is the best zip line experience my family and I have ever had. The safety is top notch, the views are incredible and it was so much fun. I would go back in a heartbeat.
Joseph Bush — Google review
Okay so first off everything is so cool, pretty views, super fast zip lines with awesome views. It’s a hike though! I am definitely out of shape. The first few not too bad, the last 2 for myself were brutal but with that being said I am different! But our tour guides were awesome! We had Trenton who is very clever and witty and we had McKenna. I got super dehydrated, and she was the absolute best. She even carried my gear because I was shaking so bad. She CARES so much. It was such a great experience and I do recommend going. But again, McKenna is the best..she made me feel so comfortable and never once hesitated with anything. She was the real MVP of my trip so I thank her for that!
Michelle Owens — Google review
We had an awesome time. Joseph and Casey were fun, entertaining all while keeping us safe on the lines. The last zip was side by side and a half mile long. Loved it!
John Glessner — Google review
Sami and Matt were amazing on our tour. We spent our 3 year anniversary together at this place and we’re enjoying the time together. It’s a go at your own pace with the group place, just under a mile TOTAL of all hiking and is definitely hot. They provide water wish some good surprises at the end. The course was worth the trip and would definitely recommend to try something new if you’re into adventures.
Megan Pietrzak — Google review
The best experience I’ve ever had!!! Logan and hunter were awesome. Fun. Exciting. I definitely became confidence and less nervous after the first if it weren’t from them two. They were a great team! The last zip line- be aware. Be compared. The hiking up is brutal. Overall, deft coming back more compared. After skydiving and zip lining. Next to the bucket list!! Thank you guys.
Oh btw. The nice cold beer is ready for ya at the end!
Stephanie Henry — Google review
Travels from Dallas Tx to celebrate our anniversary by zip lining. It was amazing. The hikes up almost killed me lol but I made it. Water is provided. You’re able to hold your phone while zip lining. The staff at check in and guides were the best. The views are beautiful, the drive up there is beautiful. Totally worth doing!!! Thanks Pierce & Carson yall were the BEST!!!
Amanda Arzola — Google review
Decided to try this out while visiting Austin from NC. Please note that the hiking aspect is pretty physically demanding. We had a great time though. Tour guides were super nice and helpful. Plenty of water was available. And the views from the lines were awesome. Thanks for the tour Trent and Nic!
Jennifer Felts — Google review
The zip guides Connor and Tatum were a blast and the views were unbeatable. Loved every second. They did not tell me to say any of this... promise! Lol all the staff have great energy don't miss out!
James Yaunick — Google review
Hans and Austin Were AMAZING! they answered any questions we had and made it such a fun experience for our group! Definitely coming back again!
Jael Alvarez — Google review
We went in March for a sunset zip, but sadly it was cloudy the entire time. We still enjoyed it. After you get your gear on, you walk down to a boat and head just across a small section of the lake to start hiking up to the first zip. Wear comfortable close toe shoes and just know there is hiking up involved. Some got winded and needed a break on one section, but it was well worth it! If you do the sunset slot you start in day light and end in the dark. So much fun. We all enjoyed it!! Great for all ages (75-250lb weight limit).
Dominique Harmon — Google review
CALEB and NICK are the best tour guides ever. They were so helpful, funny and comforting! My niece and I had a BLAST from start to finish. I highly recommend coming here for a fun adventure!
Elsie Wise — Google review
We went on a Friday we had the 11 AM Slot. I was very Thankful that the weather held out on what was supposed to be a crappy rainy day. Be sure to eat before you go because there is really no where once on site to get food. Our guides were McKenna & Conner we had a group of 12. They were very professional & kind the entire time. They were very clear on the instructions for the safety of the group. We are not hikers and were able to do the trails and hikes just fine with some rest breaks in between. wear comfortable shoes for sure, even though McKenna did the whole thing in Crocks LOL. Water is provided at each resting point/zipline. Lots of opportunities for great pictures, the guides as well take photos you can purchase at the end. The last Zipline lands at a very basic snack bar/bar. With beer available for purchase. We would 100 % do this again hopefully when the lake has more water in it. The water level so sadly very low.
K Carey — Google review
came from dallas to austin for a weekend trip and found this place! carter & joseph made the tour really fun and entertaining. the zip lines were very fast and you are over a great view. you do have to hike a lot but it’s honestly worth it. me and my boyfriend enjoyed the boat ride as well. we will be coming back when we come back to austin!
A scenic natural swimming pool in a canyon below a 50-ft waterfall, surrounded by a grotto.
Went here a few years ago, and man it was stunning. Absolutely breathtaking. The waterfall, the clear blue water, and amazing view. I know we just went thru a historic drought so I don’t know how it looks now, but hopefully it’s still nice. Reservations need to be made online for like $12 for cars but you have to do it MONTHS in advance so please know that. Then at the entrance it’s $8 per person cash only. Be warned. Sad that it’s like that but it makes sense with how popular it is. I’m sure it would be chaotic otherwise. If you’re able to go, please do!
Johnny Hernandez — Google review
Reservations are needed and an additional payment once in the park per a person. Only cash in person. Beautiful. Nice hike. The hike itself is short and easy-medium. Nice park staff and clean park area. Bathrooms were closed but they did have portable bathrooms (I did not use them).
Kimberly Orellana — Google review
No permit to go on the trail inside the cave. You can stay just in front of the cave. In the past was allowed.
Take care with snakes. We saw a poison one. Omg!!. It's usual on the trail. Specially close the pool. So, several rules to entry and you can go inside the cave. I don't recommend it so much.
Clenia Luna — Google review
Heads up. The path underneath the cliff overhang is closed. Nonetheless a beautiful natural area. We mostly hiked towards the river. About an hour there and back.
Natasha Blackmore — Google review
Wonderful short hike to the pool but don't attempt if you are unsteady on your feet and by all means bring a walking stick. The water was low and had some bacteria so we were told not to touch it. Unfortunately the path that goes in back of the falls is closed due to falling rocks. I would definitely try this walk again in a different season. You need to book your reservation in advance, cost $12. Pay daily per person rate at entrance, bring cash. Super cheap senior rate of $3.
Jan Campbell — Google review
Its a very pretty natural pool with clear blue water. Reservation is required to visit this place which is $12 per car. Apart from that, we need to be paying $8 fee per person for entry at the preserve entrance.
It was a short hike of 15-20 mins to the pool. Unfortunately, swimming is not allowed in the pool due to fallen rocks and bacteria. Apart from that, you can take another long hike which will lead to the river.
But, we felt like entry was pricier for this place. It can be made lesser since swimming & walking around the pool is restricted now.
But, the water was definitely beautiful. Check the picture.
Srividhya Venkatramani — Google review
I am sad to leave this review, but we were extremely disappointed by Hamilton Pool Preserve. We visited from out of state on 5/29/23 with reservations. The pool was closed to swimming and rightfully so, because it looked like a dirty pond, nothing like the pictures I had seen. There is no waterfall whatsoever. The hiking pathway that goes around the perimeter of the pool is closed with no apparent plans for repair. I would recommend against stopping here in summer
Ellie McGriff — Google review
Good place , trek is easy. Pool wasn't open for swim. Entry fee to be paid in cash as they don't accept cards, probably because no network service in the area.
Overall, good place to connect with nature.
Bipin Duggal — Google review
Great place to stop for a few hours and explore. The hike down to the pool is pretty steep, so be aware. You have to have a reservation to get in. There are porta-potties at the parking lot and down by the pool, but no running water! Also, take cash there’s an $8/per person charge at the gate that they don’t tell you about.
Susan Knapp — Google review
So much fun! Reservations required! Bring cash, you’ll pay the ranger at the gate. Short but steep walk down to the pool, do your best to pack light. Toddlers will likely need to be carried some on the way down, more on the way back up to the parking lot.
Elisa Valdez — Google review
I never took the chance to go when I lived in Austin. I just had to see it! Reservations are a hassle...and of course when I went the bacteria levels were not good. I should have known that was a risk early in the season with water levels being low but I was there at the end of May and just had to go. Anyways, because of the water levels the waterfall wasn't as powerful. Since I moved they stopped allowing people to walk under the falls as well due to the chance of rocks falling. The amount of 'beach' area is not very big but bring a float when you are allowed to swim and just relax the whole time in the water! One thing I really enjoyed was getting to take photos of an empty pool area. I would have never been able to get shots without a ton of people in them if it hadn't been a day when people weren't allowed to swim. Just hope one day I get something better than a $60 phone to capture the beauty. Nothing will ever compete with going and exploring these places yourself though.
Michael James — Google review
After a long time being in Austin, I finally visited this place. It was beautiful. The water is very pretty and there were some fishes swimming close to the shore that was a good sight to look at. The grotto area hike and swimming is closed as of now. But there was hike to the river which was a good workout. The beach near the river is nice and the water is shallow and clear. Overall a good visit.
Vijaylakshmi Rana — Google review
It is a short hike to the pool. View of the pool is very beautiful. It is quite relaxing to just hang out there. Unfortunatly, at the moment walking behind the pool and swimming are not allowed due to the risk of rocks falling. But it is still a great day activity. Landscape is stunning. The color of the water is very impressive. I highly recommend a visit. And don't stay just in the pool, it is also worth walking to the other side where you will have a 0.75 mile hike by the creek to get to the river. The walk is also great and with wonderful views of the creek. You can also find fish swimming at the creek. At the river, you can swim. The only negative point about it is the price. Apart from a 8 dollars fee per person to be paid in cash when you get there, there is a 12 dollars fee to make the reservation (I guess for the car parking). A bit pricey in my opinion. Specially because you cannot stay the entire day there. You get either the morning ticket (from 8:30am to 12:30pm) or the afternoon ticket (from 1:30pm to 5:30pm).
Bernardo Engelke — Google review
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24300 Hamilton Pool Rd, Dripping Springs, TX 78620, USA
Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park Visitor Center and Park Headquarters
Visitor center
Sights & Landmarks
Public site featuring galleries with historic items & timelines from the 36th President's life.
Nice place and display. Enjoyed going back in time. Even ad miserable as it was
Gregory Stiller — Google review
Decided to make a pit stop here as I've been wanting to check it out. There's shaded parking by the visitors center. They have handicapped parking as well. Before you enter, there are two informational stands about Johnson City and his legacy. There's lots of trees and shade outside, along with several park benches. Inside, there's a log for visitors and several auditory informative areas to listen to Johnson info. There's even an old Model T Ford!! The staff is helpful. There's a small gift shop also. You can watch several short films too. This is not the only location of information! His childhood home is around the corner. You can take about a 14 mi drive also to get to the old, working family ranch. It is definitely worth it.
Tonya Henry — Google review
What an educational tour of the visitors center and the home LBJ grew up in. The rangers were very informative and took their time explaining the history and answering questions. There are videos to watch if you have the time and a gift shop to explore.
Marc Shoemaker — Google review
Beautiful grounds. Very nice historical artifacts and buildings throughout the Settlement Trail. Really enjoyed our visit.
Bethzaida Cohen — Google review
Very good place to visit. Very nice staff. We really enjoyed our visit.
Jenny Zhang — Google review
The park guides here are phenomenal. Ask them and they are there to help. Cant say enough about the staff.
Courtney Werth — Google review
Couldn't go inside they were repainting and doing upkeep. It would be 5, but I will be back to tour it. Maybe then I will give it 5 ⭐️
Amanda Woody — Google review
Great historical spot. The Ranch mostly closed but did get to visit Air Force 1/2, school & farm where he was born. His boyhood home in Johnson City was wonderful. Tour of home outstanding!
Rebecca Trapp — Google review
We had a wonderful tour of the boyhood home of LBJ. Our tour guide was very informative and provided many interesting facts. LBJ used his roots and his observations to create projects that were beneficial to his constitutes.
Rob Peters — Google review
We were told to stop here before visiting the LBJ Texas white house and grounds and we were glad we did. The volunteers provided a tremendous amount of information. This location also has a recreation of LBJ family home and the family farm. Arrive early for the guided tours of these buildings, we just missed them so we'll need to go back.
Jan Campbell — Google review
Our family stayed in the Hill Country for Spring Break, and one of our day trips was to learn about LBJ, our 36th President of the United States, by going first to his boyhood home in Johnson City and then going to the LBJ Ranch.
It's helpful to start one's trip first at the LBJ National Historical Park Visitor Center in Johnson City, view its exhibits and introductory movie upon request that summarize the President's humble beginnings and rise into politics, first as US Representative and then Senator, Senate Majority Leader, Vice President, and President of the United States. The exhibits and movie tell about his "Great Society" domestic accomplishments on civil rights, health care, and welfare as well as his presidency tainted by race riots and poor public opinion on escalating American involvement in the Vietnam War. We timed our morning visit with the ranger talk at the boyhood home.
Afterwards, go to the LBJ Ranch in Stonewall by first going to the LBJ State Park and Historic Site Visitor Center to pick up a free driving permit and self-guided tour map of the ranch run by the National Park Service. Driving around the ranch, one gets to see LBJ's famous Hereford cattle roaming the grounds and baby calf in the show barn. Final stop is the Airport Hanger Visitor Center, where one gets to view the Lockheed Jetstar Air Force One-Half, LBJ's car collection, and grounds of the Texas White House. We timed our afternoon visit with the ranger talk at the Texas White House.
Even though LBJ's boyhood home and Texas White House are closed under renovation, we had a great time learning from the ranger talks and were able to walk around surrounding grounds. Virtual tours are also available online and in the Johnson City Visitor Center.
Steve Fung — Google review
Lots of information and exhibits from the state park (visit this location first to obtain ranch driving pass) as well as the national park at two sites. Hoping that the Texas White House will reopen upon structural repairs.
Mike — Google review
Very worthwhile stop. Learned a lot about LBJ that I previously didn't. Was eye opening.
The Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library is a museum, exhibition space and research centre on the University of Texas campus in Austin, Texas which contains many priceless objects relating to LBJs life and legacy as the 36th president of the United States.
Beautiful space and with scheduled ticket times it’s actually BETTER with the process of pacing and spacing that has developed from pandemic constraints.
You’ll learn about LBJ *and* Lady Bird. There was a temporary exhibit upstairs as well, featuring Mohammad Ali. I’d probably suggest you give yourself 90 minutes and my thinking is that children under 8 or 9 might not find enough engaging materials... but !hey! treat yourself to a date with your partner, gather some friends and make it part of a cultural/history exploration day, or for my true Presidential Library Fans... go alone!
A few interesting products in the gift shop...
Amber T — Google review
Very enjoyable afternoon learning about LBJ and Lady Bird. It was nice to spend an afternoon in the air conditioning rather than out in the heat of the day. I wish they would have had easier access to bathroom, had to trek my little one up and down the stairs three times. Highly recommend. Also we just happened to go on a Tuesday and got 50% off admission.
Jacob Kizer — Google review
I recently explored the LBJ Presidential Library after it has an extensive renovation but this visit was to see the Music America: Iconic Objects from America's Music History temporary exhibit. They have a dedicated parking lot but it was full and decided to park in the next one dedicated to the University of Texas. It was a Saturday so I am sure they did not mind. The building itself is very impressive and always enjoy visiting this place ever since my parents brought me here when I was a small child.
On this day there was a lot of of people visiting where I believe may have been eclipse tourists in town finding things to do in Austin while they wait for Monday. The Music America exhibit was definitely soothing to see and recommend it. The rest of the museum takes you back in time when Lyndon Baines Johnson was president and ran the show in times when a lot was happing in America. They have lots of timelines with historical events.
Make sure to ride the elevator to the 10th floor where find a replica of the Oval Office, Lady Bird's office and collection. The grounds are also spectacular with nice views of the UT campus and Tower.
Paul Delacruz — Google review
Very impressed. The Lady Bird section was wonderful, did not know she funded his first campaigns and took over his congressional office when he was serving overseas, or that she was a journalist who bought a radio station, or all her contributions including towards Head Start. He was ok too. The display on Gulf of Tonkin was incomplete, at best. But his accomplishments are many, from Civil Rights to Medicare and Medicaid. Also, the pop culture references were fun. Highly recommend if you find presidential and American history interesting.
Seth Newman — Google review
If you are in Austin, this is one landmark you should not miss...whether or not you were a fan of LBJ, you will be impressed by the legislation that was passed during his term as President. Unlike most other Presidents, he was able to work across the aisle so that Republicans and Democrats could agree on laws that would make life better for Americans.
Margaret Miller — Google review
A comprehensive museum about LBJ’s life and his term as President. There were some interactive exhibits about the Vietnam war too. My favorite was the Oval Office at the top floor. One of the guides told us that Lady Bird Johnson worked in this very museum well into her 90s.
Glenvicia Sim — Google review
What a wonderful place, learned so much about that period of US history and LBJ and his wife’s accomplishments, which took place before I was born. Really enjoyed my visit.
Marisa — Google review
A fitting and beautiful tribute to LBJ. Situated nicely on the campus of UT, parking is easy to find, and admission is affordable.
Experience the highs and lows of LBJ's Presidency, life in politics, and personal life. Truly worth your time.
John Polizzi — Google review
As a museum lover, I truly enjoyed the LBJ Presidential Library. The exhibits and tributes to Lady Bird with the walk through the times of LBJ, it was all very well put together. The building itself is massive when you walk up to it and is a grand sight. I recommend this experience while in Austin.
The K Green Show — Google review
Great museum. I really enjoyed all the exhibits. I definitely recommend for history buffs. There is only one request — please add President Obama and First Lady Michelle’s picture to the “Past/Former President exhibit. It’s been past two years, so the pictures should be there by now. Hopefully, by my next visit I will see them. 😊
Dana Thomas — Google review
I'm a big fan of museums. I'm also working to visit all of the Presidential Museums. So, of course I stopped by the LBJ Presidential Library before heading home to Colorado after working in Austin for a few days.
Parking was a bit confusing and I don't know if I was supposed to pay or not. But, I parked out front and had no issues. Didn't pay and still don't know if that's correct...
The admission is $13, but you need to purchase online in advance. I showed up without a ticket and was turned away at the door. It wasn't a busy place so I was able to log in on my phone and easily get a ticket.
The building outside is depressing and boring. Inside is fairly basic, but all in all, it is a fitting and solid tribute to the President.
A guide greeted me right after I walked in. She is a pleasant, smiling promoter of the museum and all things President Johnson. Very knowledgeable and kind. She offered to take several pictures and told me stories as I walked around. Left me to myself after awhile, but was a positive impression and her kindness is appreciated.
I love to see the Oval Office, the history behind our presidents, and all of the challenges the world presented at the time.
Overall a good presidential museum, a pleasant tour, and fun visit for me.
There's a decent, but small gift shop as you leave.
Timothy Mullins — Google review
LBJ library is definitely worth a visit. I knew nothing about LBJ before going. I thought it's just a library and I didn't expect to be paying for it. It's a presidential library (archival for LBJ era and it's by appointment) and a museum (documenting LBJ time plus music in America). We went on Tuesday (50%, $8 per person)
Museum is floors 3, 4, and 10. Archival library (by appointment) are floors 5,6,7, and 8.
Floor 3 (entry floor) is history of music in America. It's lovely and enjoyable. In addition, there is a few minutes film about LBJ (a must see) and a timeline of LBJ and lady bird life's.
Floor 4 is my favorite. It's about politics during LBJ time. Imagine a president comes after Kennedy's assassination and in the middle of cold war with Soviet union and the rise of communism. Internally, there is the civil right movement, poverty, and illiteracy. Also, the space race, Vietnam war, Israel-Arab conflict, etc. You will learn about the thousands of bills signed during LBJ era.
Floor 10, is a replica of the ovel office, the lady bird office, and their belongings. It's a light floor.
Bathrooms are in 2nd and 10th floors
GPS will take you to UT parking which requires permit. The next lot is FREE AND it's dedicated for library visitors. Don't park on the street it's not free!
Victor — Google review
We always enjoy the presidential libraries. There is so much history and it's like stepping back in time. Really enjoyed it and may go back the next time we are in Austin.
Eric H — Google review
What an amazing tour, it's truly a time machine into the past. Having only been a child during his Presidency, the Library shed a lot of light into Johnson's work and dedication. While it's a bit dated, and should be, it's very informative along with a very well kept animatronic LBJ. The staff is very kind, exceedingly helpful making the tour even more delightful. Highly recommend a look if one is in Austin Texas.
Christopher Bayer — Google review
Very interesting museum that provides a good overview of the times and issues facing the United States in the sixties. Both LBJ's civil rights success and his Vietnam failure are both presented with reasonable objectivity. It was an unexpected treat to be able to listen to many of LBJ's phone conversations with historical figures of the time, like Martin Luther King, Herbert Humphrey, Edgar Hoover and many more.
Bits — Google review
We were very impressed with this museum. It is very detailed oriented and very well presented. The only upset is that there’s a wall of portraits of all the US presidents and first ladies except for President Trump and first lady, Melania. No matter what our opinions are, we cannot rewrite history. His portrait along with his wife’s portrait must be put up on that wall.
Lizette P. Benitez — Google review
Very nice presidential library. There is a lot of good civil rights memorabilia and stories mixed in with the times.
Garry Kepes — Google review
I had zero expectations going into visiting this museum. I was blown away by how well it was laid out. I learned a great deal about LBJ that I had no idea about. Great museum.
The impressive Capitol building in Austin was completed in 1888 and is a nationally recognized historical landmark. The dome is made of red granite from Granite Mountain near Marble Falls, Texas, and the walls are decorated with handrails and brass chandeliers spelling out TEXAS. The building houses the offices and chambers of the Texas State Legislature as well as the Governor's office.
Beautiful historical building. The Renaissance-style architecture of the Texas State Capitol reveals how diverse the State of Texas has always been, with unique food, cultures, and people! I went with my family on a Saturday evening, yet the Capitol was as calm as ever. The Capitol grounds are a splendid picnic spot, dotted with fountains and sculptures of Texas revolutionaries. Would definitely recommend to anyone visiting Austin!
Arathi Shah — Google review
Very nice visit at the Texas Capitol. I arrived just in time for the start of a (free) guided tour inside the building. The guide was very competent as he explained the history of the Capitol (and, consequently, of Texas itself). We were able to enter the Senate and, after the guided tour, to roam around freely to see every detail that we might have missed. I recommend the visit if you are in Austin!
Matteo Drago — Google review
As a professional photographer I've shot weddings and elopements at the Capitol building many times and I can say it's a perfect location for a small wedding. The beautifully well-maintained grounds combined with classic architecture provides the perfect backdrop for couples portraits. Free parking on Sundays is a plus!
Morgan Brown — Google review
It has beautiful walking trails amongst tall trees, there is a parking garage nearby and the inside is magnificent! Stunning motifs, architecture and paintings. A must see if you are a resident, but also a nice tourist spot, they have tours from the visitor center in the white building next door and two gift shops one inside the capital and one inside the visitor center.
Vanessa Campbell — Google review
Just Amazing.
If you want to know about Texas History or just want to take in everything Texan, this is the right spot for you. It’s the embodiment of everything Texan. Right from the entrance to the Gift shop, everything is so beautifully designed.
The staff and government officials are amazing and courteous to answer all the questions I had. They even let you go into the state house and senate which is great!
JAY JASTI — Google review
I highly recommend visiting the Texas State Capitol building in Austin. Built in 1885 by architect Elijah E. Myers, it's an impressive structure and the 6th tallest state capitol building. The surrounding area is adorned with beautiful statues and monuments, perfect for exploration.
The capitol tour is free. The sad part is every time I went to visit the Texas capitol building, either it was after hours or the building was closed for renovation or Covid; so I couldn't get the chance to do the capitol tours.
Another thing I want to mention is if you want to take pictures standing in front of the capitol building from the front lawn, the building is almost covered with trees, and only the top part is shown from the lawn. Consider photographing from the corners for a full building view. And now since the construction is going on, it is difficult to capture the perfect photo.
There's a nearby parking lot offering free parking for 2 hours on weekdays, but be aware of charges on weekends or special events. You can also do street parking. Overall, a must-visit in Austin!
Tasnim Ara Islam — Google review
Visiting Austin from UK, we took a look around and loved walking around and seeing the history of this place. It's on a few floors, being able to see from the ground floor up and also looking down from upper galleries, different wings with different rooms all off the main dome central, which is the main beauty of this place, however the large grand side rooms are where the history is made. Everything from the brass elevator doors, to the beautiful inscribed hinges of the large doors is wonderful to admire. Well worth a good 1-2hr visit here.
Tristan Cairns — Google review
It was marvellous! It was a great visit and it was very educational. Very well maintained, and every corner speaks history. You should visit it If you are in Austin. You will learn a lot about so many events through out the paintings, guide tour and information boards.
Shereen Hijazi — Google review
I give the Texas State Capital building in Austin five stars. Texas taxpayers spent a LOT of money on this building, and it turned out so classy. The finest materials were used and it looks like the designers spent thousands of hours getting every little detail perfect. I highly recommend stopping here to see for yourself.
Jess Easley — Google review
Beautiful capital building. There are also nice monuments in the surrounding yard. Nice place to see if you’re visiting Austin. Warning: it can get very hot during the summer.
Christopher Chamberland — Google review
Interesting and beautiful working building which houses Texas law makers. You are able to visit the building but I guess there could be restrictions at some dates, tours are taking place all the time which you can easily join and last about 20 to 30 minutes.
Mark Isherwood — Google review
The Texas Capitol in Austin is super cool! It's like a giant castle with a huge dome on top. Inside, there are big rooms where important people make decisions for the state. They even have tours where they show you around and tell you fun facts. It's definitely worth checking out if you're ever in Austin!
Dailo Arts दैलो आर्टस् — Google review
Unfortunately lot of construction work going on when I was there night to again.
Huge park area in front of the building with historic information. The congress Avenue is exactly opposite to the building and looks fantastic from the street.
Vijay devara — Google review
The architecture is absolutely stunning. It is also nice to watch the meetings in the house and senate live. Do not forget to take a look at the gift store underground, they have some pretty Christmas ornaments.
Raony França — Google review
Visitor friendly amenities, with a 30-minute free guided tour of the building is the highlight! My guide, Austin (!) was cheerful, friendly & enthusiastic throughout the tour.... we saw the senate & house chambers, all the governors/ presidents of this great state, as well as the architectural marvel that this building is... with it's dome being taller than the US capitol in DC! The lone star at the top of the dome is 218 feet high from ground! Impressive all around! And very very historic too!!!
Akhil Pall — Google review
Texas Capitol allows you to enter inside the building with strict security check up. Inside the building, we can see all the governors photos up to the date. Further, we can see the actual assembly hall and speaker of the house chair as well. I heard if you visit in meetings hours you can actually see the ongoing meeting.
Netra Prasad Neupane — Google review
A very beautiful building! We have visited several times, and each time we find a new nuance. It is so pivotal to have young children visit this place! Remember, everything is bigger in Texas, referencing that this is the largest state capital building in the US. You simply must visit our state capital in Texas!
Yvonne J — Google review
Looks cool from the outside, but that's about it. Inside is genuinely ugly, and there's nothing to do in there except look at the beige walls or struggle to hear the tour guide due to the ridiculous amount of echo.
Error 404 — Google review
Beautiful architecture and local guide was explaining the history.. All age groups will enjoy this place.
The Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge Observation Deck in Austin offers a unique family outing to witness an extraordinary natural phenomenon. The bridge is home to over 1.5 million bats, creating the largest urban bat colony in the world. From July to August, visitors can watch as the bats emerge at dusk to feed on millions of air-born insects, creating a spectacular sight as they take flight into the evening sky.
Considering the current south shore plant/tree overgrowth (April 2024) I think THIS is the best place to stand when waiting for the bats to come out from under the bridge. Yes the bats begin to emerge on the south side first, but you don't need to see the *first* bats to see an impressive display. As it turns out, we didn't see a large group of bats this evening (it rained and was generally too cool), but we did see (and hear) some bats, and the trip to the bridge was worthwhile. We waited from 30 minutes before until about 50 minutes after sunset, then left. Austin has a lovely skyline! We walked here from our hotel near the convention center, along the Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail. It was a very pleasant walk with lots of tree cover.
Emily Goodin — Google review
Nice meeting spot, and iconic location of the largest Mexican free tail bat colony in North America. See them fly at dusk at the southeast end of the bridge, below looking up when nightly guides of kayak and boat tours shine their red lights to see the flying bats. Check out "Austin bat refuge" online for nightly bat forecast.
Mimi Snook — Google review
Elvira Alanis — Google review
The Ann Richard bridge, also known as the bat bridge in Austin Texas, is a great place to people and bar watch. When you walk under during the day you can hear them chirping, and then they take off in the evening. Cool painting by the observation deck.
Adam Riemer — Google review
Fun little place to see the Congress Bridge from below. You can definitely tell bats live there by the interesting smell as you approach.
Melissa Previte — Google review
Walked from hotel and got to watch the bats fly at dusk! Incredible experience.
Zach Ayers — Google review
Only a view bats in the evenig
Angela R — Google review
Watching the bats by the evening is a must-do in town
San Marcos Premium Outlets is a massive shopping destination, comprising over 240 stores with 145 renowned brand outlets. It's a haven for shopaholics, offering luxury and designer labels at discounted prices. The outlet features an extensive range of brands including Prada, Nautica, Valentino, Ann Taylor, Lululemon, Tory Burch, Banana Republic, Gap, Nike, Gucci and more.
The biggest Premium outlet in Texas! It was everything you need to shop. Most of the big brands are located here with big spaces to showcase all their items.
There is a big parking area so even if it gets busy you will have a space to park.
I would advise to go there on weekdays as it gets too crowded on weekends to enjoy.
Salman Bin Habib — Google review
I love shopping at the Kate Spade and Lulu stores! I also enjoy driving around to see if any store catches my eye. Very nice outlet mall where you can find great deals. I had snacks and water in my car so that I could drop off stuff and take a mini break before driving to other stores. I did stop at restrooms every now and then, and had to look at a map and then drive to them.
Hailyn Bella — Google review
Really nice big Outlet with high end Shops.
Prada, Gucci, Versace, Coach, etc.
And I hope you don’t have to use the restrooms!
THEY ARE DISGUSTING.
At least the 3 that I inspected during my review.
The Lawns and Grounds need attention.
Management needs to walk the place and see the flaws……..
Thomas Anthony — Google review
This place has everything for everyone to shop from! Lovely place! There's lots of food, snack, n drink choices and places to sit n take a break as well! ...EVEN a extra large chess game in the courtyard to play! 🥰👍👍
Tanya — Google review
Beautiful shopping center with nice stores. I do wish the outside vendors were held to higher expectations and the indoor food court was definitely lacking. You would expect more for the type of stores around.
Caitlyn Liddell — Google review
Love this place! They have all the stores the I love, I come 3 times per year to get all the things the I need, the prices on the high end store are AMAZING!!!
Pd. The new store of niche perfume is really good 👍 , the got all the Valentino collection
Macarena Fuentes — Google review
Some deals. At this outlet most things are priced pretty close to retail. After 3 trips over 2 years I finally found a deal at the under armor store. The Coach store was out of a variety of mens accessories 12/28. The bathrooms at the food court are horrible. Most truck stops have better bathrooms. Whats up with that. Not good !!!
Donovan E — Google review
A very very big premium outlets with lots and lots of brands so you can be pretty much guaranteed that you will be spoilt for choices. I don't think I want to start writing down the name of shops as it is gonna be a long long list! ;)
Parking spots are easily available if you go early. But since the area is so big, be prepared to spend easily the whole day if you are a tourist and you have a lot of stuff to buy.
I recall seeing a few pop up stalls selling food and drinks but I don't think there is a food court around nearby. And the washroom looks pretty old and not clean so that is the only reason why I deducted one star.
Otherwise I usually drops by at least once whenever I am in town.
Kevin Yeoh — Google review
Plenty of walking around and a lot of outlets to see. The parking wasn't great they could add a bit more parking to the area of even a parking garage. I did not see any public restrooms that were available in the area that we were walking in where all the clothing was. Not a lot of food stands but, the food stands that were there did smell great as we passed it by.
SGP — Google review
My family and I love shopping here!! It has many stores and restaurants to choose from. My kids love coming to spend thier birthday money here. Also the bathrooms have always been very clean and well stocked every time I've used them. Good way to get your exercise in too.
Marisia Delgado — Google review
It is really huge outlet.
A real premium outlet!
Spent lots of money but it wasn't waisting!
JW Min — Google review
Very large outlet. Almost all well known brands are there. I been here in a cold rainy day and walk around shops but I recommend to drive between quarters as parking are available and easy to find. Not all shops with outlet price and no discounts. So expect to pay full price.
Hussein Al Ghafri — Google review
Good outlet just a lot of walking and i. The summer bring water and prepare to walk or repark car. Went today and the high was 112 being all cement and not much shade besides the walkway outside the buildings
TxSushilover — Google review
I'm not sure how the ratings are so high. It's not worth the 6 hour drive we made. There are no phenomenal prices. Everything is the same as the sale prices you can find at home in the normal store. This is truly a normal shopping center. There are plenty of stores in one place though so I gave 2 stars.
Oli's Mom — Google review
Visited the outlet after many years and was impressed with the variety of brands available.
Due to Black Friday the parking was hard to find. Has huge parking lot. Tanger outlets are right next to it.
Varsha Vilankar — Google review
The place is like heaven for shopping,You will almost all brands outlet here. They have good deals during festive time. During holiday season some outlets have long queue to enter to it,Going early in morning on those days will help avoid queues.
Ample car parking available.Also have play areas for kids and clean washrooms.
If you are travelling from other states I think you can also claim back the Tax amount spent on purchases.
arvind chawke — Google review
So many great stores here…..Abercrombie and Fitch, Coach, Aeropastel, Klarin, Pottery Barn, Nike, Converse, Lu Lu Lemon, New Balance, Francesca’s, Gap, Guess, and SOOOO many more! You definitely need a couple days to shop this whole outlet center! There are some great deals to be had also. My daughter and I had a great time exploring all of the great outlet stores!
Theresa Goodwin — Google review
This places USED to have great deals. Their prices are not at all outlet prices. I have found much better deals at retail outlets like Macys and Dillards with much less of a hassle. False advertising. With the 50-70% off you will still be paying a high price not at all outlet price. Now, it’s just hype-beware.
juan lozano — Google review
They have most stores you would expect from a Simons Premium Outlet. I love the architecture, “castle” vibes. Huge! Wear comfy shoes, you will walk a lot. Lots of parking “free” (at least when we went, which was on a Friday), we had to re-park since the place is too huge and did not want to walk so much. Also, Decent prices, not a lot of sales going on when I went though. This only get 3 stars mainly because I was so disappointed from the lack of food choices. You would think, the biggest outlet in Texas would have variety of food choices but boy you’re so wrong. There is a food court, yes. But there are literally only 3 stores open and the food was horrible, seriously. So bring your own snacks if you plan to spend a whole day here, dont even waste your money buying food from the foodcourt because it’s not worth it. You will have fun shopping though.
Shari Carter — Google review
If you’re looking for a good deal on shoes, this is a good place to stop
David Buttross — Google review
What can I say this place is a shopping paradise and a non-shoppers nightmare. Parking can be crazy on the weekends as the place fills up fast. There’s pretty much every store here with decent bargains if you look around. We come once or twice a year and always leave feeling we got some good deals.
Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch is a 400-acre wildlife refuge where you can see 500 animals from 40 different species living in their natural environment. The property is located on the outskirts of San Antonio, Texas not far from New Braunfels and visitors can drive through it while observing the animals.
This is a fun place for anyone who likes animals and wants some close up contact with some wild life. Is not too far from the city of San Antonio. The ranch is big and clean. It has a eatery and a lot of sitting areas. We came in during the weekday, so it was nice and quiet. The entrance fee is reasonable and you can buy a bag of food to feed the animals. The people who works there are very friendly. We had a great and fun experience and will for sure refer people to come visit! P.S. “love the chimpanzees, one of them is so entertaining that he/she does flip a lot in the play area. For sure keep my family entertained! The foods that they served are tasty and not too pricey. ❤️
J C — Google review
To be honest at the price to enter the place I do not believe it was worth what they charge. For five of us it was $146. The drive took nearly 2 hours to drive around and there were hardly any animals. It is well taken care of and the property is clean. They charge more to feed the birds and other things while walking around to see the animals.I honestly enjoyed Wonder World Cave and Adventure Park better, the kids said the same as well. Feeding the animals there was more entertaining at the Wonder World Cave.
Chatfield II — Google review
Such an amazing experience here. A little pricey to pay per person rather than per vehicle but worth the trip! We got to feed tons of animals including a big Ostrich. The animals were docile and calm to collect food. Park employees regularly patrolled the path to ensure the animal safety and make sure everyone was following the rules. Great place to check out if you’re in the area. The bird aviary was also an amazing experience to feed all the birds.
Keyla Cortes — Google review
I haven't been on this Wildlife adventure in 20 years and it was a wonderful experience. It was my son and husband's first time and they greatly enjoyed their visit. We do wish the other attractions (bird and dinosaur adventure) were offered separately even if the price is higher then when bundled. Overall, 5 stars! We would recommend!
We will definitely be back for Christmas in the caverns!
Angela Garza — Google review
We've been here several times and it's always fun. The kids love it and it's fun to watch them interact with the wildlife in a controlled environment. The zebra was a little much for our 2 year old this time around but it was a great laugh for the rest of us. The ostriches and giraffes were also high points as they are the ones we got the most up close with. You can go through as many times as you like. The wife and oldest also fed the birds and had them landing on them it was fun. I will say the prehistoric park part can be skipped. There's better things to do.
John Howard — Google review
We went on a Saturday and it was my first ever visit. It’s hard to imagine the beautiful landscape and animals are so close to the SA area. The “trail” is about 6 miles long and takes about an hour. The views are beautiful and there are so many animals to see. With the exception of a few (cheetahs, hippos and giraffes) the animals roam free and will at times walk right up to your car window. Spend the little bit extra to get the bags of feed so you can feed them and some of the animals will eat straight from your hand. An adult ticket is close to $40, but so worth it when you see how well maintained the grounds are and how healthy the animals look. It’s a must see adventure.
D W — Google review
We absolutely love this place. It is one of the best vacation stops you can make while visiting the San Antonio area. The animal interactions that can happen while sitting in your own car are amazing. They even have homemade fudge about halfway through the tour. You can stop for a snack and a drink while watching the giraffes. It's truly a magical adventure for adults and kids. 100% highly recommend going.
George Griffin — Google review
Great experience! It is a bit pricey (they do offer AAA discount) but it is a fun experience for everyone. I suggest you go through the route at least twice. On our first time through we didn’t see any zebras but on the second loop they were running by the road. Also on the second round one of the ostriches leaned his head into the car. On most of the path it’s wide enough to get around stopped cars if you feel the need to move on. There’s a snack area about 2/3 of the way through where you can park and grab a bite to eat. If I could make a suggestion to the owners, add an audio narration to each section to tell the guests about the types of animals. Animal food is $5/bag. Two bags was plenty for our two trips around.
Tim Chan — Google review
The most fun I have ever had! Driving through to see the animals was made even more fun by having a bag of feed for them. The animals are used to people driving through and feeding them, so some will come right up to the car. I was so excited to see a zebra that close up! My husband and I had a good laugh when the zebra stuck his head in our car to get to the bag of feed, and watching the car in front of us as an ostrich stuck its head in their car. We enjoyed the walkabout area too. All the staff were helpful and friendly! Loved the whole trip! I will definitely come back!
Keri Bond — Google review
Kids really enjoyed it! Mostly prey of course, just a few predators who are isolated behind fencing. I especially appreciate that this place provides a refuge for some critically endangered species. The animatronic dinosaur and dragon exhibit is going to be a big hit with visitors assuming it doesn't jump too high above the $5 entry fee when it opens fully. The bird feeding enclosure was loads of fun as well! Very clean facilities. Clear and easy to follow signs and traffic paths that almost make it idiot proof. Reasonable prices. Highly recommend.
David A — Google review
When we first arrived a little after 12, we had quite a bit of a wait to get through the gate (around 20 minutes), so I would suggest to get there earlier if you can. I was happy about the AAA discount. It was $3, which is better than nothing! You can purchase food at the entrance, which was pretty reasonably priced (a little over $4). We got one bag, and we didn’t go through it all during our first round (we looped back again to use up the food). Overall, it was fantastic! The animals were awesome, sweet, and excited to get fed! Some people definitely didn’t get the memo about going a certain speed limit, but that’s on them, not the place.
I got the chicken salad from their restaurant and a medium drink (which came in a reusable cup). Again, was pretty reasonably priced overall, for a place like this! (About $17 for both items). The salad was very good and filling! Also, the staff was friendly!
Overall, we spent about three hours here and we would definitely visit this place again!
Lauren B — Google review
Hands down a unique experience in San Antonio. The animals were extremely active and we went on a weekday, so lower traffic. Buy the feed, buy the feed, and buy extra feed. You will want the feed. The cafe was fantastic, plan to stay for lunch! The bird feeding is the best I have ever experienced. Just watch your feet! I cannot write how amazing the Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch in a post that people would read so just go check it out yourself. It is within 30 minutes of downtown and well worth ANY drive time! We did the self-guided tour.
Quentin Sampson — Google review
I wish I could give more than 5 stars. My husband brought me here from Houston today for my 43rd birthday because I LOVE animals. I can’t even express the amount of fun I had. We went in the morning right after it opened and all of the animals seemed to be waiting for us. The giraffes and so many babies and even brought their babies to the fence to visit us. It was engaging and a lifetime memory. Best birthday ever!
Tiffany Velasquez — Google review
Add this to the “can’t miss” list when visiting the area! Reasonable drive from Austin or San Antonio area and the up close and friendly animals make it all worth it. Price is reasonable and make sure you buy a couple of bags of food at the entrance. We took around 1.5-2 hours driving through and there’s a nice little gift shop and a few monkey to walk and see after the drive is over. They have plenty of attractions for kids too like the dinosaurs. Adults and kids alike will enjoy this experience!
Thomas Montesano — Google review
Recommended saving time and purchasing your admission tickets online and scanning the barcode at the entrance. You will be able to buy animal feed upon entry at the gate. Definitely areas to stop for the restroom inside the safari park. Friendly staff is onsite to make sure animals and humans are safe at all times. Some areas have two lanes should you want to go at your own pace or take a guided safari tour. You also have the option for an up and personal time with the giraffe family. Overall, fun for all ages.
Naomi NKP — Google review
This place was AMAZING! We had a great tour guide (very knowledgeable and friendly). It was super cool to be able to interact with the animals and actually be able to touch and feed some of them!
I highly recommend this experience (even though there's a slight look of apprehension on my face with the Ostriches!).
AWESOME!
Arizona Girl — Google review
This was the best place to be while in San Antonio.
Kids and adults loved it equally. All adults became kids.
The place is very peaceful and quiet. Animals are friendly as they know that human slaves come around feeding them regularly.
Ahmad Pirani — Google review
Usually when I visit attractions, I’m happy going just once but this place makes me want to come back again! The best part? Where do I even start! First, if you’re tired from walking or have someone who can’t walk much, this place is perfect. You drive up to buy tickets which are $24.99 per adult. On their website, they have a link that will direct you the San Antonio coupon book and you can get a discount but it didn’t work for us for the month of March. Honestly though, the price was just fine, even without the small discount. At the ticket booth you can also purchase bags of food for $4.50 and we are so happy we did because it made the experience even better. We fed so many kinds of animals and took lovely photos and videos. At the ticket booth, they will also give you a brochure that explains the animals and facts about them, making it very educational. After that, you will then drive through the whole park in your vehicle. It’s a nice way to pass the time because we were there for about 1.5 hours. We had all our windows rolled down and had a blast. We came on a Friday at around 11:30am and it was not very busy. There is one main road with white dividers on it that splits into 2 paths. If you want to go quicker, you can pass the other cars or you can take your time. They want you to keep your speed at 5mph and you can feed all the animals except the giraffe’s and caged animals at the end of the safari. About half way, you will also find a spot where you can park. This area has a snack booth, very clean restrooms, a cute sign you can snap a picture at and you can walk up to get a better look at the giraffes. Once the drive is done, at the very end, you’ll pull into a parking lot. This area has more restrooms, benches to sit on, a restaurant and cute gift shop. It also has a walking area where you can see enclosed animals. You can pay an extra $3 per person to walk inside the enclosed bird cage. We weren’t able to because due to staffing shortages, no one was there to supervise but we could still see the birds from the outside. The worst part? It might not seem like it but you are given a lot of food pellets. At the beginning, we didn’t want to “waste” them because we were worried we’d run out by the end. I can not tell you how many people had leftovers at the end. We were trying to gift bags to people going in because we had so much left!! So, either use it up as much as you can or even before you enter, I don’t know if you could turn into the lot (to the right of the ticket booth) but if you do, you could probably get peoples leftovers and avoid paying. Also, some animals bite! The ostriches were hard to feed because they kept biting our fingers and hands. A tip would be to put food on something or cover your hand with a sweater or blanket. That way they can’t get your fingers. The ranch also has a lot of signs everywhere so make sure you read them. They give you good safety reminders and will mention when some animals, like zebras, might bite. We also chose to take 2 cars because if we had packed into our van, then the people in the back wouldn’t have their own windows to feed the animals. You’ll be happy you came! It’s wonderful and family friendly. Everyone will have a good time.
Lizsandra Edwards — Google review
We enjoy seeing wild animals and after watching a few YouTube videos about it we decided to go.
Based on advice from the reviews we made sure to go early to avoid the heat in the early afternoon that keeps most of the animals staying in the shade.
It takes a little more than 90 minutes to drive the entire route if you don't stop at the break area roughly halfway through.
We really enjoyed our visit and will be back with more of our family next time.
Durand Sentinus — Google review
Place is fun and all but it's very expensive since they charge per person and not per vehicle.. family of 5 and it was 130 dollars to pretty much drive around at 5mph. You have to be extremely lucky to go on a day when all the animals are out and willing to participate in the interaction.. otherwise, it can turn into a slow 5mph drive with very few animals to see up close and a very expensive tab behind.. when you add that I spent another 40 dollars in water and ice cream, that's almost 200 bucks for a 45 min drive in and out.
Francisco Santiago — Google review
Best time ever! We enjoyed driving through the safari and getting to feed the animals and watching their interactions with each other and the vehicles going through. We enjoyed going in with the birds even though some of them will give you tint love bites, lol. Really enjoyed our time there.
Jaime's Palette — Google review
We drove our own car, but you can also opt for an open tour bus. In your own car, you can choose to stop and feed certain animals for as long as desired and roll up your car windows with the A/C on in between! We purchased just one bag of feed for the 3 of us to share and it was just the right amount. It was really fun to see these animals up close. There are some primates and lemurs in the walk-around area. We walked around there first as it was the morning and cooler part of the day. Very enjoyable experience. We did not do the dinosaur park, so no comment on that.
Royce Hall — Google review
BEAUTIFUL & AWESOME experience!!!! We will definitely be coming her often! Our kids loved it! The variety of animals was great! And the food was awesome here as well! Over the prehistoric exhibit and the bird aviary. Feeding the little birds was so fun!! Definitely a highlight for me for sure! If you haven't been here it's Definitely a must! Even if you're just passing through. The kids will love it! Plenty to see and do! Worth every penny!
Desirae Rasmusson — Google review
Amazing place to spend the day with family, friends or a date. It’s well maintained and there are tons of animals. All animals look healthy and well cared for. Fun way to spend the day. The best part is you can do the safari as many times as you wish once you enter the ranch! Don’t miss the bird house!
Sayali Naik — Google review
We've lived in Austin for a while and never had the chance to visit this place. The safari was amazing and having such a close experience with wildlife was something surreal.
We were able to feed a lot of animals in close quarters. My wife enjoyed feeding the zebras and we had one of our best weekends here.
Place was well maintained and the gift shop had so much unique pieces. Would recommend 10/10. We would never miss a chance to come back again.
Pradhosh Lakshmi Narasimhan — Google review
Loved our visit to the wildlife ranch. Six mile drive took about an hour. Animals will cross the road or just stand in the road, so traffic can get backed up a little. Loved the giraffes and the ostriches. Beware of the ostriches, if you roll down your window they like to stick their heads in and snap at you. They were funny, but definitely roll your window up if they are near! So cool!
Dave Cipriani — Google review
Loved this place and will be back everytime I'm in Texas! We arrived around 1230pm and we were afraid the animals would be sleeping or not hungry. This was not what happened! We had so many visitors at our car I just wished I would have purchased more food to hand out! Some of the animals would only come to you if you threw some food put and then others would join them. My 17 year old enjoyed it too!
Moana Munyer — Google review
We had a Great time at Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch. Kids enjoyed driving through and seeing all the unique animals. You also have an option to buy food to feed the animals, but if you are cheap, sometimes there are people offering free feed that they did not completely use up on the tour near the gift shop and restaurant. The dinosaur exhibit was pretty neat but I wouldn't go again, don't think it is really worth the price unless your kids really like dinosaurs. There is a restroom around the middle of the tour where you can park and get down for pictures and snacks. At the very end of the drive you will meet the ostriches and everyone stops to feed them so get ready to stop near the end for a bit.
You can spend almost a whole day just doing the wildlife ranch alone so if you want to go to the caverns, it's better to plan for 2 days.
Stephen Hu — Google review
WOW, what a complete disappointment! So BUYER BEWARE! My experience at this drive-thru safari compared to the one in Franklin was completely night and day. And my overall visit here was very mixed. While it was fascinating to see the wide variety of animals the location offered, I couldn't help but notice that many (if not most) of them seemed disinterested in interacting with the vehicles passing through. They were doing a very good job of resting near the fences, which were not near the driven path. These animals appear well-fed (which is a good thing), but being well fed makes them appear very content, which is undoubtedly a positive aspect of the safari. However, it did detract somewhat from the excitement of the experience, as I had hoped to witness more engagement from the wildlife like my previous 3 visits to the Franklin Safari. Overall, while this safari provided a unique opportunity to observe animals in their "natural habitat", the lack of interaction from the animals was highly disappointing considering the price paid and also buying food to feed to them which essentially went unused as there was not many animals interested in the food we bought.
The location also offers some monkeys and lemurs to look at as well as a bird experience, which we did not opt to pay for. There is also a dinosaur / dragon exhibit which is decent if you are into those kinds of things. It was cool to see how an average human compares in size to the dinosaurs as the replicas were life-sized.
Marc Cole — Google review
How this place doesn't have an average rating of 5 out of 5 is beyond me. We planned our entire Spring Break making sure that this was the highlight of the trip. If you don't like animals or the fact that it is a little pricey then just don't go! We spent 6 hours and went around 4 times, yes 4 times in total. It was awesome (our last trip here was over a decade ago, we could actually hand feed the zebras ... so awesome!). We did hand feed the ostriches, rheas, and even a wildebeest.
Lyle Sem (The Dirando Group) — Google review
Was definitely a good experience for the wife and kids on a Sunday afternoon. Plenty of time to spend here and feed the animals. Bags were like $5 a pop. We had a great time in the bird feeding area as well. Only knock on the visit was my wife saying the females rr by it smelled like rats died in there as soon as she opened the door with the employee, aside from that we had an enjoyable experience!
Jesse Mendoza — Google review
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26515 Natural Bridge Caverns Rd, San Antonio, TX 78266, USA
This subterranean attraction offers a range of exciting activities for visitors ranging from panning for gems to exploring the otherworldly formations. Highlights include the 60-foot long natural limestone slab bridge that spans the entrance of the caverns and the Hidden Passage Tour, which takes visitors through a series of winding corridors 180 ft underground.
One word, amazing. The place is well kept with clean and maintained facilities above ground with plenty of staff to help guide and direct. The caverns themselves were amazing. The different formations, structures, colors were all awesome to see. The path and railings were sturdy with no issues or concerns along the way with lighting that really complemented the natural formations. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and he was easy to hear and understand. If you're interested in caverns or caves at all I highly recommend you check this out.
Kyle Wolski — Google review
I never seen anything like this before, so I was impressed by the caves.The fact that caves were natural was cool and the history of caves was attention grabbing. The offered 2 tours each which cost $31 per person. One of the tours was hidden path tour (more difficult path but more unique features) and the other discovery tour (family friendly, easy to navigate and good for first timers). We chose the hidden path tour. It was surprisingly warm in the cave about 75-80 degrees and wet so make sure you grab yourself a pair of food shoes prior to entry. The tour lasted about 50 min. You go down deep inside the cave about 180 feet by stairs and then come right back up. So if you have knee or hip problems, or other physical limitations this tour is not for you. Tickets are sold on site there so no need to order online in advance. 4/5 only because the entry is super overpriced for such a short tour. They really commercialized this place. Also, they are still discovering and prolonging the cave and shall finish by March 2023 so there will be a new tour available.
Karina Paul — Google review
I've been here several times over the past 30 years. It has definitely grown and become more commercialized but I understand its a business. Definitely gives off an amusement park vibe. Its still a cool place to visit and take your kids. Lots of neat things to see.
Scott Hartman — Google review
A beautiful natural wonder. The caverns go pretty deep underground and are filled with many beautiful things to see. The tour guide was very informative as well. Just make sure you're in good enough shape to be able to climb back up from the very bottom of the cavern as it is quite a long journey uphill. I recommend visiting and seeing the beauty of nature.
Gregory Nowak — Google review
Very fun and interesting experience!! Did not expect Texas to have caves like these, but it was worthwhile and incredible.
If you’re into nature and/or history, this is a must visit. The pictures and videos truly do not give justice to the views. They are just incredible.
The tour guides are all knowledgeable. Who knew exploring caves and learning fun facts about them would be so entertaining??
If you’re not into caves but are a thrill seeker, they did have zip lines and rope courses that looked quite extensive compared to some other ones I’ve seen before. We didn’t get to try the courses, but they did look very fun and exciting.
Julia Apostol — Google review
Great place to witness caves. There are two tours available here. They are 1. Discovery Tour and 2. HiddenWonders Tour.
You can choose any one of those or both for tour. Each one takes around 1.5 hour to cover. They will make 2 separate groups for these tours. You need to walk all around the tour. A guide will accompany you to explain. You can get your printed photographs outside. Food and drinks not allowed inside the caves although they allow water. You can take photographs with your mobile.
Vijay Sai — Google review
Absolutely beautiful. We did the discovery cavern tour and the maze. The tour lasted about an hour and a half and was very educational. Our tour guide was incredibly nice. The maze was fun for he kids. There’s also outdoor games like connect four, checkers and other things. They have picnic tables. There’s lots of fun to be had here.
Cheska Rey — Google review
Amazing experience indeed this is one of the "world premier show caverns, and one of the most attraction in Texas". 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Good for families, has other activities for kids of all ages.
Bought the discovery tour pass for around $30 online. Took around 1 hour. Tour starts on time.
Need good walking shoes because there are natural water formations on the ground, can be slippery.
Has good hand rails for steep areas.
We had no problem walking the whole cave. but advisory for people who can not walk decline/incline hills and unable to handle humidity.
Our tour Gal, she was very knowledgeable & funning. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Kudos to the whole team: the explorers & planners. The construction and layout for the cavern was very well thought out.
Would love to do the hidden passage and adventure explorer next time.
Yes!!! highly recommended.
Team Cheeseburger — Google review
Commercial Caverns would be a better name.
We have been to SEVERAL caves/caverns in multiple areas of the U.S. Our take on the Caverns themselves at Natural Bridge Caverns were wonderful and we truly enjoyed seeing them. Everything else about the visit left much to be desired.
The walkways and paths into and out of the caverns are very nice, be mindful that they're quite steep if you plan to tour. I'm not knocking them for this, just awareness if you plan to visit.
The tour itself consists of multiple "tour guides" staged throughout the caverns to elaborate on that portion. Wasn't a bad idea compared to having a single tour guide IMO, BUT...... THEY NEED TO WAIT ON THE ENTIRE GROUP AND SLOW DOWN WHEN TALKING!!!!!!!! We were towards the latter part of our group, and I honestly don't think I could tell you three sentences from the guides.
Again, we really enjoyed the Caverns themselves....everything else was a complete turnoff for us. Overall takeaway is that I felt like I was in a tourist trap with prices comparable to major theme parks. Seemed like we were rushed through so the next herd could get in, get out, and make way for the others.
For a family of three to do the combo tour and ropes course it would be nearly $300 dollars........ We WON'T be back! Too many other attractions in the area to go broke here!
Eric Johnson — Google review
Experience of a lifetime! Two separate cavern systems to explore with well-trained tour guides. If you plan on doing both tours be prepared to walk at least 2 hours in high humidity. They provide a 30 minute break in between tours (you can choose to schedule a longer break if necessary) but I definitely wouldn’t recommend it if you have difficulty moving around, have asthma or experience extreme claustrophobia.
We only toured the caverns and shopped around the gift shops but you can easily spend all day here. They have a maze and zip line playground for the kiddos along with a crystal sifting area at the gift shop.
Lizet Anahi Delgado — Google review
Today we took the Hidden Wonders Tour. We arrived at 1pm, but our tour didn't start until 2pm. During our wait time, we raced our way through the maze. It was really hot outside, but we completed the maze in 11 minutes, which is faster than the average of 15 minutes so we were happy about that. Lol Our tour guide was Jennifer. She was pretty thorough, but it was kinda hard to hear her since we were in a large group. All caverns are pretty to me, but this one was spectacular. It is amazing to see how massive caverns can be! There were so many centuries old stalactites, stalagmites, columns, soda straws, etc. Each "room" was more beautiful than the last. And the last room on this tour had a theatrical light show that was really nice. We rode the BAT thingy on the way back up. It was really slow, but it beat having to hike up the incline to the exit. 😁
Kasee Leal — Google review
Wonderful cavern tour for the whole family. We recently did this tour and it was great! We did the Discovery Tour and found the hike to be very manageable for us and our small kids. The entire thing is completed on a paved path but be aware that the caverns are actively dripping and so you may want shoes with decent grip and ones you don't care if they get wet or dirty.
The features of these caverns are amazing and the lighting fantastic. Our whole family enjoyed this and we hope to visit again to see a different section!
Rob Shirey — Google review
Loved it! It was a unique experience. I bought tickets online for the new Hidden Wonders tour. (If you're not sure you're gonna get there on time, buy them when you arrive. They're fast at the ticket counter. They start on time, every time.)
The tour took over an hour, but honestly, it felt shorter. Our guide was full of spark and knowledgeable. The pictures taken in the beginning are kinda cool. About 30$ for the whole pack. I recommend wearing shoes with traction. It is a little wet down there. I was in awe of all the formations and light show. There are rails for you to grab, and a hand washing station just outside after the tour.
Amber Rodz — Google review
Out of this world. Can't say enough about this. We did the Discovery tour which I understand is the original set of caves that were opened to the public. Just incredible to be 200 feet below the surface experiencing such beauty. We had a fantastic guide as well. Charming and humorous. Very good at answering our questions and keeping track of the large group. Highly highly recommend making time for this.
Jordan Hodges — Google review
Amazing experience!! Highly recommend visiting this place! I have been to couple of other caverns, but this one was way different and awesome compared to those! They have other activities available on site as well, so you can easily spend half day (or full day if you do both tours).
Vishal Patel — Google review
Very busy family friendly place. Cavern tour wasn't as informative and interesting as other caverns. Still a good experience. The Twist and Trails looks super fun for school-age kids. Next door is the Natural Bridge Wildlife Park. Again a fun family adventure. You could spend the entire day doing all these 2 locations offer.
Maura Dolormente — Google review
Great guided experience. We did the Discovery tour which was family friendly. Excellent guides who are really descriptive and funny at the same time.
Tickets are $30/person
A must if you are in the area
Note - not recommended for clausterphobic folks.
Pranjal Tiwari — Google review
Historically informative and well-lit. Went here yesterday.
There is clear effort put in the stairs to make them safe to walk on, as well as railings for extra precautions, which was also offered while riding the B.A.T., which leads you up the steep hill to the exit of the cave (don’t hold onto the railings for too long, they don’t move with you!). This transportation technique is located at the end of the Hidden Wonders Tour, which is preferred for those who have already journeyed through the Discovery Tour, with both being offered if you purchase tickets directly from the Combo Tour option. The Discovery Tour is the oldest one, most recommended for those newly experiencing cave exploration, as there are guides dispersed around the path. Meanwhile, the Hidden Wonders Tour is newest and led by an individual guide, where you watch an informative video before heading down to the cave. Both options take you/your company’s photo and offer you the opportunity to buy that photo at the end of the tour. They also keep everyone in groups for safety measures, although mix-up is possible with other groups ahead. There are only two walking tours, with the Adventure Tours being climbing. We got a great view of the natural bridge!
Overall, amazing view, highly recommended. There is 99% humidity in the caves, and air conditioning inside the main building in case you need to cool down after a tour. Enjoy yourselves!
The Evaluator — Google review
A must see ⭐️
What a wonderful place. I have been living in Houston for 12 years and can you imagine I have never been here.
I cannot believe how deep it was and what a great adventure it is.
Loved it and loved it.
Must book your tour. We did it on site. Last tour is like at 4:30 but call. The cave is hot so if beware. You can take lots of pictures. It is slippery so be careful.
No heals.
Wear comfortable clothes there is a lot of steps and walking you do.
The tickets were like $30 per person
Hande Berilgen — Google review
This place is incredible. I’m a geologist and had no idea this was lurking under the relative flatness of central Texas. My children and I marveled at the beauty of the caverns and appreciated the time spent exploring and preserving the space for all to see.
The grounds are well kept and they have included lots of other businesses and activities for folks to explore. The guides were well educated and seemed to be enjoying their jobs.
There is expansion taking place since more caverns have been discovered and we are excited to visit when they open the new areas.
P?maika`i — Google review
This is a great little cave system to visit. Our guide, Ben, was funny and informative. I especially enjoyed his bat shadow puppets! I was surprised to see how big the caverns were (and how much we actually walked).
After the tour, we grabbed bit at the restaurant on site. Pretty much pizza, but it was totally worth it. Got a slice of peperoni and it was delicious.
Afterward, my friend and I took a stab at the maze. It was fun running around trying to find the letters. And hey, we only got a little lost a couple of times. I'd like to think we did pretty well.
So if you're looking for something different to do for a couple hours, it's worth the drive.
Glorkar Floki — Google review
Live in Texas and didn’t know such beautiful underground caves exist. This place was a blast for the whole family with things to do for all ages. We had 4 years that were able to do the discovery tour (180’ cave) no problem in flip flops. We were concerned because we didn’t quite come prepared. They also have a nice relaxing outdoor area spaced out with gift shops, food, cold drinks etc. Loved our experience, thank you team for everything!
Viktor Poliashov — Google review
🦂🦇This place was gorgeous and far exceeded our expectations. 🤍🤍 We’ve been to caverns before and typically they are not very well maintained & really zero amenities at the ones outside the great state of Texas! ♥️💙 this place has it all. 🎁 Amazing gift shops. Activities for kids everywhere. 🪨🧗♂️👶🏻👧🏽🧒🏼👦🏿You can purchase a bag of sand with different stones & crystals inside for them to “mine” & have the whole thing set up for them. 🥨🌭🍔🥤Snack stands. Some type of obstacle course as long as you aren’t afraid of heights. 🧗♂️🧗♂️ Everywhere you turn there’s beautiful nature & wildlife. 🐿️🦅🦃🪺It’s amazing. Highly recommend. Amazing place to explore with kids for education purposes, field trips, dates, take family/friends, etc. Highly recommend it. It’s an absolute beautiful treasure.
⚠️ The one warning I have for elderly, pregnant, or anyone with heart or health issues - it can be a strenuous hike inside the cave. There’s plenty to do if you go with a group and cannot tour the cave. There are areas that are very steep & you must hold onto the handrail. The group I was in and to stop several times and wait for people. One lady sounded like she was going to need medical care. If you’re ill or at risk- I would be cautious going on the actual walk through the cave.
Cori Muse — Google review
Wonderful day. Knowledgeable guides. If you have mobility issues you may want to skip the Discover tour. The climb out will test your fitness. It is breathtaking and worth it in my opinion.
Elizabeth Heredia — Google review
This is a "must do" kind of place. The two tours are so worth it! Both the discovery cavern and the hidden cavern are different enough you'll want to see both. Plenty of free parking, but I still recommend coming earlier in the day so you have time for both tours and the other activities available if you're interested. Definitely book online so you've got your spot guaranteed. Gift shop, several places to eat, plenty of places to stop and rest.
Kat Sykes — Google review
Natural Bridge Caverns in Texas is an awe-inspiring natural wonder. As you descend into the caverns, the world transforms into a magical realm of stunning stalactites, stalagmites, and delicate formations, all beautifully illuminated. The tour guides are knowledgeable, sharing fascinating details about the caverns' history and geology. The walkways are well-maintained, ensuring a safe experience for all ages. The caverns' constant cool temperature provides a refreshing escape from the outside heat. Above ground, there are fun activities like zip-lining and gem mining, making it a perfect family destination. This underground marvel is an unforgettable journey into Earth’s hidden beauty.
kedar patil — Google review
We went to this cave as one of the first we’ve ever been in and it was a great time.
We went on the Hidden Wonders Tour and since we went later on in the afternoon on a weekday, we were the only ones on the tour, which was kind of neat.
The staff at the caverns are very knowledgeable and friendly. They explained everything beforehand
It was very neat to see all the structural formations naturally constructed over time. My favourite part was the lights show at the end, which makes it a bit more magical.
It is a bit of a walk but there are stops to sit. There is also a conveyor belt at the end that you can stand on if you choose when going out of the cave.
Definitely something to do when you’re in San Antonio.
Angelica B — Google review
WOW! Visited San Antonio recently and decided to spend the day at the Natural Bridge Caverns ... and can you say awe-inspiring! This geological wonder was such a great place to explore. I was also surprised to learn that this is one of the largest commercial caverns in the state. The journey through the caverns and all the breathtaking formations will blow you away!
You get a guided tour which lead us through a labyrinth of stalactites and stalagmites, some millions of years old, each with its own unique shape and story. The guides provide insightful commentary, sharing the geological history and pointing out notable formations along the way.
One of the highlights of the tour is the beautiful Natural Bridge, which is a massive limestone formation that spans an impressive length, serving as a reminder of the caverns' ancient origins. As we navigated the winding paths, we were able to take in the amazingly stunning views and took some cool photos!
But when you are done exploring the caverns, Natural Bridge Caverns also offers additional attractions, including gem mining, zip-lining, and a maze, providing entertainment for visitors of all ages. There is an on-site gift shop which offers a variety of souvenirs and geological items which was helpful in allowing us to take a little part of our experience home.
If you are in San Antonio, Natural Bridge Caverns is a must-visit! I don't think you have to be a nature enthusiast or history buff to enjoy. If you are simply looking for a unique experience, why not venture into the depths of the earth and marvel at the millions of years upon you!
Marc Cole — Google review
I took my gf to this amazing place this past weekend. This is my third visit, and they have a lot of changes done to the Discovery tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and patient with a lot of us. I would recommend booking the ticket in advance and having it pull out before you enter the place because the signal can get quite bad inside. Some roads can get quite narrow, and the path can get quite slippery. Definitely wear good hiking shoes.
Mark Lay — Google review
The grounds here are beautiful, and the caverns are gorgeous. The parking lot is ample, with plenty of tree-lined spaces. Ramps are in place for those in wheel chairs or those who have mobility issues. Picnic tables dot the outskirts of the closer parking spots, too!
The ticket office is located to the left after entering the visitor center. Also in the center is a gift shop with some very nice things. Other buildings include another gift shop and a small restaurant/snack shop.
There is a zip-line ride in the middle of the park, too! You just walk up several flights of stairs to the top and then ride the zip line down in a spiral path to the bottom. It looks really easy, something that almost anyone can do!
The restaurant offers bottled water and other libations. Lots of candy bars and snacks line the walls. We ordered a brisket sandwich and paid 10 dollars for a junior-sized bun that had been over-microwaved, so it had the consistency of unchewable rubber, and the meat was absolutely tasteless and dry. Along with that overpriced piece of hockey puck bread was a serving of Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ sauce and a serving of pickled cucumbers and onions, which were good but not enough to rescue the most horrible sandwich I have ever had. Seriously. I ended up throwing away the entire bun after scraping off most of the tasteless meat and eating that. I would expect all their buns and rolls to be microwaved and all their meat dry and tasteless, so I would recommend NOT buying any food here except for candy bars and bottled water.
Food is not the reason for our visit to the caverns, though: we came to see the underground formations, and they were worth it. The tour takes about an hour and 10 minutes, and the walk is very easy, even for someone with balance issues and a walking stick like me. The only challenge is that the smooth paths are not 100 percent flat, so when turning sharp corners, the handrails don't always meet, and you might have to feel a little less secure just for a second. Just about anyone can hack the walks: the trails are not too steep and not strenuous at all. The innermost caverns are very, very humid and hot, so be prepared with lighter clothes than other caverns. (For example: Mammoth Cave and Carlsbad Caverns are around 58 degrees year round, but the Natural Bridge Caverns are very warm, around 70 degrees Fahrenheit with 100 percent humidity so that it feels like 80+ degrees! If you get overheated easily, it will not be pleasant.)
You can get some great photographs in this cavern, and the staff is very friendly. The gift shop offers nice wares, and the facilities are beautiful, too. These things, along with easy walking and tourist-friendly amenities (except for the horrible food), make it an excellent choice for everyone, even those with children and older adults.
Cindy Rhodes — Google review
A Breathtaking Underground Adventure:
Visiting Natural Bridge Cavern was an unforgettable experience! From the moment we stepped into the cave, we were mesmerized by the stunning formations and the knowledgeable guides who shared fascinating insights about the geological wonders around us. The cavern's beauty truly takes your breath away, and the combo tours was both educational and thrilling. I highly recommend this attraction to anyone looking for a unique and awe-inspiring adventure.
Shashang Marchawala — Google review
Such an awesome and beautiful experience. Wear tennis shoes and be ready for a steady climb down and more so on your way up. Not for elderly or those who cannot handle too much exercise.
The tour guides are very informative and fun while they explain everything.
The scenery unforgettable. Hearing how many thousands of years it takes for just a small "Pillar" to form is crazy.
Cannot wait to explore other areas next time.
There is so much to look at and see before and after as well.
JoAnne Macias — Google review
This was one of the most amazing caverns I’ve been to. I like that it is family owned and operated. I did the discovery tour and that is currently $27-30 depending on what day of the week you go. It’s an hour long so I recommend wearing good sneakers. It’s about 70 degrees inside the cavern. Our tour guide was very informative and knowledgeable. If you’re not in shape, disabled, or an older adult, I would skip this as it can get strenuous at times. If you think you can do it, then all the more power to you.
Nicholas P — Google review
Definitely a must see if you are in the area! There are some steep grades going down and up so be prepared and wear good shoes! Our guide Rachel did a great job of showing and explaining different formations in the cave!
Kayla A — Google review
It was a great way to see middle earth with family and friends! It’s a little touristy but well worth the visit for the breath taking sights underground.
Also, check out the gift shop for extra memories or snacks (dots ice cream) 🍦
Dave Ralston — Google review
Amazing. Our tour guide Sarah was phenomenal. She was energetic and informative. We went on a Thursday during spring break. Parking was easy and not over crowded. We walked into the building and at the entrance is where you buy the tickets. They do have packages and military discount. We participated in viewing both caverns. Both were very interesting to walk through. Just like every natural cave, you cannot touch the walls or formations. Pictures are welcomed. Steps and walk ways are slippery so wear close toed shoes. It's also a lot of walking. 2 hours for first cave. The second cave has a conveyor belt that brings you out of the cave. Or you can walk a steep slope. There are benches for breaks. There are other activities to do on the ranch as well, such as a ropes course. There's food and drinks available and plenty of shadded sitting areas for lunch and resting. The bathrooms are so clean and futuristic, it's jaw dropping. We had a great time and can't wait to go again to see the wildlife ranch.
analisa harvey — Google review
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26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Rd, San Antonio, TX 78266, USA
The Schlitterbahn Waterpark in New Braunfels Texas is a park with a variety of rides and pools. It's owned by a family and has been recognized as one of the best waterparks in the world for the last 15 years.
We had a great time. We bought the Premium meal plan which allows you to eat/snack every 90 minutes and get a drink every 15 minutes. It is well worth the price. Also, we got the Blast Passes so that we could reduce the time spent waiting in lines. Even with passes, you can't see everything in a day. I ended up losing my sunglasses, so if you wear glasses, make sure to wear the glasses string to keep them on your head!!!!!!!!!!!!
Emily Fulton — Google review
Still the hotest coolest time in Texas. Haven't been to the original in probably 10 years. So long that my son barely remembers and asked if we could visit. A lot has changed - digital codes to access the lockers instead of a key on a wristband, Google and Apple Pay instead of a wristband of plastic "splash cash" to buy food and drinks. Yet, much remains the same - free parking, the ability to bring in your own cooler of food and drinks, and more water rides and play areas than you can shake a stick at. I've read recent reviews complaining about rides and unfriendly staff this summer and lamenting the new ownership. This was not our experience. There were a few things that weren't operating, which was annoying in cases. However, our experience with the staff was as friendly as it has always been. It's still a great place to spend cooling off during the hot Summer days.
Edward Klein — Google review
Schlitterbahn is a "must" for hot Texas summer. There are plenty of things to do and you need at least one day for each park to see and try most of the rides.
Barbara Daszkiewicz — Google review
First time here. Lines were kinda long for rides but moved steady. Drinks were good and cold. The lazy river with the tubes was awesome and only 3 ft deep however the waves are forceful to propel us forward but can take a small child fast from his family so be careful with small children. I'm planning another trip already because I want to definitely go back.
Aishia R — Google review
Beautiful place along the Comal River. Rides for all ages and pools to hang out in if you don’t like lines. It was clean and had plenty of tables. Although many of kids employed around the park seemed clueless, there were lifeguards everywhere and they appeared to be well trained and friendly.
Cynthia Fowler — Google review
So much fun for all ages. I’m pregnant so couldn’t ride too many rides but we still had fun. The Kristal River was awesome. Kids loved the Falls and the kiddie area in the original park.
Rachel Sanches — Google review
We started this trip with an excited experience but turned out with little disappointment.
Trust me its not to ruin your holiday mood but to consider these points to make your trip planning better.
And these points mainly applicable if you visiting on a weekend/holiday where heavy crowd is expected.
Visited on a weekend morning. Arrived around 10am but it was around crowded that time with all parking slots filled up.
Now we had to book in premium parking
Secondly no shade for entrance crowd for security clearance, lot of people with kids are standing under hot sun. Wish management does something for crowd management or atleast an shade.
Secondly every ride gets super busy/crowded and wait time gets multi folded. As well interacted with multiple people, at max you can do 3/4 rides in a park out of 2 parks
Its better you get 2 day pass if plan to visit both the parks.
Better suggested to visit on weekday or non crowded days for better enjoyment, a personal suggestion
Deepak — Google review
Loved this place. After hearing about the best barbecue being in Texas....I tried a few places that were no better than new York. This place was amazing though..... delicious mesquite flavored food.....great sides...super friendly staff. I loved your food and would recommend it to anyone.
Teddy Benitez — Google review
It was a lot of fun. However the blast pass needs huge improvements. The wait times are not consistent with actual wait times. It showed 150min wait on the watch, while there was only 45min wait. But other than that, it was a lot of fun.
Fahri Yaras — Google review
Nice facility. Great rides.
Entry fees are a bit outrageous 2 adults. 1x16 yo, 1x15 yo, 1x13 yo, 1x11 yo. $575. Never again!
And. Do NOT get your food or refreshments at the Lagoon Grill. Extensive, unwarranted wait.
Otherwise. Super Nice water park.
Thomas Hurley — Google review
Note: we are Season ticket holders.
This water park is a great experience for me and my family. We have children ages: 18, 16, 13, 6 & 2. There are a lot of shaded areas, lockers, picnic tables, tubes, soda/icee locations, restaurants, etc.
As a season ticket holder you can bring in a cooler (27” x 16”) which is great. You can bring in your own personal bottle and you can fill it up with water.
I’ve found the staff to be friendly despite being in the hot Texas sun all day.
If you want close free parking come early.
I look forward to going back!
Sherman On — Google review
I went on a Saturday with my family. Very beautiful, clean and family friendly water park. Water tube rides aka lazy rivers had different themed courses and thrill levels. Water slides were enjoyable. There were long lines but they were fast moving. Every ride we went were worth the wait and money. We were able enjoy it more than once. Definitely recommend. ❤️
Sabari Karthik Saravanan — Google review
Seems very disorganized. Got there right as they opened but in order to get the blast pass that was paid for online, you have to go to the main entrance and wait in line to receive the wrist bands (for us it took almost 30 minutes of waiting) which seems so counterproductive. The blast pass is like a reservation and you can only make one reservation for a ride at a time. I get that it’s probably meant to not abuse the privilege but we were only able to utilize it on 4 rides the entire day. There needs to be so much more signage around the parks in general, it’s so easy to not know what you’re doing or where you’re going unless you are a seasoned member. Also, asking for directions or how to get somewhere you could get 4 different answers from 4 different employees. Just disorganized. Also, we brought several beach towels, there’s really no need if it’s hot outside. We dried off before we even made it to the shuttle because it was so hot. Also, water shoes/socks are a must! If you have older kids make sure you’re starting at the right park, we started at the wrong park which seemed to be geared more toward younger kids.
J G — Google review
Thank you Schlitterbahn for the best summer! Buying a season pass was well worth it. I was there all summer having a blast. The negative is a blast pass is a must if you wanna have fun. The lines are too long!
Steph Kurdi — Google review
Great time for the family. Love the free parking and bring your own food and drinks option available. Highly recommend to wear water shoes . Plenty natural shades in picnic areas.They force you to get off at the end, which is reasonable. Line for this was about 30 minutes. Line to get into the wave pool area was longer (can't just walk into the wave pool area anymore). No line to get into the lazy river in the kids area.
Kristina B — Google review
By far our favorite visit this summer!! A little disappointed with the lack of organization trying to buy the meal passes for the day. It took an hour and repeated visits to get our correct meals. It was 107 degrees the day we would hear a lot of people had the same issue with being able to refill their drink cups. It is so important to stay hydrated with this heat. There should be more stations available to accommodate. Two people passed out from dehydration. That being said, we had a blast. We loved both parks and all of the fun rides. We took the tram to the original park and fell in love with the wave pool. It was a BLAST!!!! We hope to be able to go again!
Melissa — Google review
We had so much fun! I grew up in San Antonio, but live near Dallas. It was so exciting to bring my kids back and to see all that has changed since I was last here in the late '90's. We stayed ALL day and could've spent a few more days. The Falls was, by far, everyone's favorite ride, but the classic, Raging River, was still amazing. We can't wait to come back!
The Alamo, a small fortress and historical monument in downtown San Antonio, is a significant site that attracts over 2.5 million visitors annually. This shrine-like complex holds great importance in Texas history, witnessing events such as Spanish colonization, Mexican independence, and the Confederacy's stand. A renowned attraction within the compound is the area where legendary figures like James Bowie, David Crockett, and William B. Travis bravely defended against General Santa Anna for thirteen days.
Extraordinary and satisfying. The river walk is across the way from the Alamo and handicap access is there. Also tourist information and ticket purchase for Alamo. Last time I was here (57 years ago) my dad, a native of Texas drove all the way from Southern California to the Alamo to show us children the Alamo. Things have changed, the buildings have been restored and there's nice bathrooms. Worth the trip again!
Rachel Hall — Google review
The Alamo was beautiful to see in person. My wife and I enjoyed seeing it because we love to visit historical places. The building holds such rich memories. The architecture alone is astounding. If you are ever in San Antonio, I would encourage you to go by and witness it. We also had a tour guide and it was all worth it.
Curtis McGhee Jr. — Google review
I mean, it's the Alamo. Can you really rate it less than 5 stars? Really, though, it was a must-see in San Antonio. Free to visit the actual mission and its grounds, though you currently have to reserve a timed entry for the church. We found that the times were fairly loose and not strictly enforced. The museum on the property containing the collection of Phil Collins was about $14 and a really great addition to the rest of the attraction. I really enjoyed it. The audio tour was an additional $10 and while it may be worth it to some, it is a medium I have a hard time staying engaged with, especially at the Alamo. I found that it mostly read signs that already existed, so it was kind of a waste. All in all it was an amazing experience and incredibly rich in history.
Emily Ramos — Google review
I highly recommend taking the guided tour at least once. The tour guide was very informative and fun. He took us through the history of Texas and the war and even told us some facts we didn't know. The Phil Collins exhibit was awesome.
Holly Gutierrez — Google review
It was good experience coming here. Straight to the point entrance is free but you need to get free ticket from the counter to enter. The people who like guided tour you can buy $50 (estimate) ticket to get that but i think its pretty much self explained . Its very hot in summer so be prepared for that. To enter exhibition there is ticket for sure but that you can buy on there gate inside. But everything else is free , so just get the free ticket and take some good pictures inside.
Prince Virk — Google review
Awesome place to visit. Plenty to see, photograph and learn. The grounds are under improvements so it’s a little rough around the outside, but access to everything inside is fine. Visit at night for human free beautiful views. Daytime for learning and access to everything.
Scottie McKee — Google review
Took five kids to the Alamo for an amazing visit! The historic site offered wonderful insights, but my mantra became “do not touch the walls” – a friendly reminder 1000 times. Despite that, the experience was educational and enjoyable, making it a must-visit for families. The Alamo’s rich history truly captivated both adults and kids alike.
Edgar “Eddie” Castlow — Google review
The Alamo has been a bucket list item of mine since seeing Davy Crockett as a kid. It was the experience of a lifetime to get to see it in person. The site is definitely hallowed ground and it's so strange and powerful to be in the exact spots where these larger than life figures in history fell. I definitely recommend paying for one of the tours. You get a lot of information and access to some of the areas the public can't go like the room where Jim Bowie died. I highly recommend a trip to the Alamo if you find yourself in San Antonio.
Christopher Caudle — Google review
Beautiful site and well kept. Plenty of people to assist with questions. Clean too. Highly recommend bringing the family to learn our important Texan history. They are adding a new building but does not distract from current open areas. Nice fun gift shop too, proceeds go to maintaining the historic site. We can’t wait to visit again the next time we go to San Antonio.
Kara McKowen — Google review
I visited The Alamo on a Thursday morning and did not have to wait in line to go in the church which was nice. It's a very interesting tour and I definitely recommend seeing this piece of American history. Everything is well preserved and the grounds are very clean and well kept! Admission is free which is nice, especially these days. The gift store has lots of branded items to purchase but the prices are significantly higher than I expected. There are also actors portraying people from that time period which is a fun addition to the experience. Pro tips - across the street is a visitor center that has bathrooms when you need them and better prices on Texas memorabilia and you can't park on-site, so you'll have to walk a little to get to your destination. Lastly, the area around this historic site is very touristy and has lots to do but that also lends itself to panhandling. Please be aware.
Colin Bosler — Google review
Simply put-you truly need to visit!!! I love visiting The Alamo, and have made the journey twice from Austin in the past year. The preservation and detailed historical data is something to behold. It is amazing for us to look at a historical battle site that is hundreds of years old and be able to envision the events that occurred there. As you walk the grounds to intricately laid out details it will be a huge wake up call and an expansion of your knowledge base. This is a must see for all.
Sandra Young — Google review
Nothing like seeing history up close and personal.
Parking around the Alamo is super expensive though! But what are you to expect with it being downtown and near the river walk.
There are a lot of statues on the grounds with placards to read.
Don't forget the gift shop.
You can even see a real cannon and cannon balls.
If you're a history fan definitely recommend.
Chloe Martins — Google review
I honestly expected to spend 15-20 minutes here, but ended up staying for almost 3 hours. Such a magnificent place that's steeped in Texas history, truly a sacred place to behold.
Only the museum costs money to visit, everything else is free, which is a wonderful surprise and I'm sure it helps bring in visitors. The buildings are air conditioned to help you cool off on those hot Texas days. They have a short documentary film playing in the long barracks building to tell the story of the Alamo. I loved the metal dioramas outside that showed the change over the years.
The gardens were breathtakingly beautiful to walk through and there are 2 of the largest live oak trees I've ever seen that are around 150 years old. Many statues and lots of informative billboards depict the historical importance of the Alamo. They are building a new structure to expand the experience that will be open in 2 years.
My only complaint would be the gift shop. While they do offer some locally made products, the majority of their products is overpriced imported Chinese garbage. I'd rather they have 1/10th the selection of it was all made in the USA or locally sourced.
Avoid the gift shop and enjoy the history.
Mike Vollmer — Google review
The Alamo was at the top of our must visit list when visiting San Antonio. I can’t say I knew too much about the history of the area/building before visiting but I left with an incredible understanding of its significance. I loved reading the info boards they had in each section that would highlight point a of interest (especially in the architecture).
The area was large and you could easily spend a few hours walking around and taking it all in.
We saw a live demonstration of some of the time period weapons which was fascinating.
We also purchased tickets to view the collection of artifacts in the additional area they have towards the back.
I loved my time there and would highly recommend a visit.
Nickolas Nielson — Google review
Get here early!!!!! Becomes very crowded after 11am. If you love history, a must when traveling! Self-guided tour, with option to rent, recorded audio tour! (Highly recommend). Inside museum of artifacts dated back to time to the era. Some outdoor displays and of course the grounds itself is amazing
Susie Dalton — Google review
Great place to visit with family. The tickets are free, but u do have to go to the red kiosk to get them. There were a lot of people, but the line moves super fast. Once inside, you can ask any questions to the tour guides they are very friendly and knowledgeable. You can take as many pictures as you like they do have people at the entrance taking a professional picture, and u get 3 pictures for $30 dollars. They have a gift shop inside to get souvenirs.
Jessica Gonzalez — Google review
I'm not a history buff or enthusiast, but it was definitely cool to be in a place that is a significant place in history. I happened to be in San Antonio in late September for something else and thought that since I don't know when I'd be back there..."why not?". The grounds tickets are free; you just have to pick a time slot to go into the church. I went there on a weekday in the morning, before it got too hot or busy, so I didn't have any trouble getting the time slot I wanted. When we got there, we walked around the plaza and looked at most of the bronze models that told/showed the history of the Alamo and how it changed over different time periods. After a bit, we got on line to go into the church. They stop you to take a picture in front of the church that they show you later that you can buy (I can't remember if it was $30+ or something like that.) Once inside, there are some rooms that you wait to go into, if you want, to learn about the church and what that particular space was and what happened in there. There are guides and short films to bring the story to life. Additionally, you can see some faded art/decorations on the walls and names/years of some military men that were in that space many years ago. You can also just walk around in the church's main area as well as around the grounds. It was kind of cool and I can say I've been to the Alamo and I will REMEMBER THE ALAMO!
M P — Google review
Beautiful sunny days are definitely for coming here! It was very relaxing to take the different scenic walks, and there walks even a museum you could enter (for $5). The gift shop had something for everyone, and they even did displays of loading and shooting an old musket just at the entrance of the Alamo. I'd definitely come here again.
Lindsey Mumme — Google review
They are currently in *Construction Mode* to expand and they are scheduled to be completed with those works after the New Year! Tickets are FREE, and simply require you to reserve a specific entrance time! Good additions to this trip are a Hat for the Sun, and some water for the heat, they were accepting of water bottles!
This is a really good stop on any road trip, A/C is throughout, and there are a number of surrounding restaurants and establishments. There is a LOT going on, and at any time of the day there will be moderate crowds. It's not too bad, but still very noticeable.
The Alamo is just SOAKED in history, listing all of the fighters known of, with flags, carved stones, plaques, statues and gardens dedicated to their legacy. An immensity of information that I was completely unaware of was revealed through the in-depth exhibits and artifacts presented throughout, and they offer an audio tour for those that prefer their exhibits in Stereo, but this feature comes
The staff was incredibly informative, very nice and proffered details on each exhibit as requested. Every piece had an in-depth explanation nearby, and staff were always present to assist. Gift shop has some fun items, and while priced a little high in my opinion, I understand it's proceeds are going to support their restoration efforts, fair enough in my book. They also sell Water and Frozen Snacks, as well as overpriced junk food!
Hopefully you enjoy yourself if you decide to visit!
Matti K?kalabbi — Google review
My biggest compliment to the folks who run, guide and maintain the Alamo is that they don’t let the commercialism overshadow the reverence, particular Texans, have for this place. It is a museum, a tourist destination, and a great source of living history. You see the church much as it was constructed although most of the mission is now gone. you have wonderful photo opportunities. It is full of signs and stories and including guided tours where you should leave there fully educated as to what happened on that faithful day. Oddly enough for those who have not been there, the Alamo is located in downtown San Antonio only a couple of blocks walk from the Riverwalk. So any visit to San Antonio,whether the first or many, should always include a brief visit to such a famous American landmark.
Ron P. (Texas Born) — Google review
We truly enjoyed our visit to the Alamo. For us it represents a wonderful glimpse into the turbulent past of Texas. Most Texans I know are proud of their State and rightly so. This is a very well done and nicely recreated shrine to the memory of Texan independence. This is a must see when in the San Antonio area.
Louis and Elaine — Google review
Very educational, and we can't wait till they get the new stuff finished. The kids learned a lot, and I'm so thankful for the knowledge the employees had and wish there could've been more. We didn't do the tour and went about it ourselves. Everything was clean and cared for.
KC Carnes — Google review
It's a must visit, free (except the chapel) and a pretty good attraction in San Antonio. There were a few stands with people showing the crafts and life way back then which I found very interesting. It felt more like a park than a memorial.
G B — Google review
Amazing historical site. $14 to view private collectors exhibits. Guided tour $$, self guided handheld audio additional $10. They must be starting reconstruction to add to the site as there were several fenced off areas with other structures. Sadly, it’s in the middle of downtown and almost invisible among the modern buildings, traffic & parking garages. The small church takes forever to get through. One way in, one way out. Didn’t stick around for the line. They do have story tellers in costume that are worth the tales and a cute gift shop labeled museum.
Michelle Elsing — Google review
Great place to visit, history is always awesome! I love coming here , this visit I brought the grandchildren and they enjoyed it. The staff were amazing and friendly and so helpful. We saw Texas Santa !! The garden beautiful and koi fish so big. Truly enjoyed walking around and reading all the history markers. The children had a great time.
Virgie — Google review
The church was alright, but the museum was truly impressive. Particularly noteworthy was the audio narration over the Alamo fort model on the first floor, which was very informative. The shooting demonstration featuring period costumes and rifles was excellent. The only downside was the long line for the church. Additionally, we had the opportunity to meet author John R. Knaggs at the gift shop and even got a signed copy of his book.
James Kir — Google review
Let me start by disclaiming: I am a native Texan and thus very biased. 🤠
I have wanted to go see the Alamo for longer than I can remember, and it was so much cooler in person than in pictures. Pics really do no justice. I had no idea the Chapel was so big, and didn't know of a lot of the history behind it outside of the Battle. 20/10 would recommend and go again.
Bazis 98 — Google review
What a phenomenal piece of preserved history in the heart of San Antonio. I was humbled to visit and learn why this is a shrine for Texans, and to find out more about the severity and ferocity of the battle of the Alamo. Absolutely make time to visit when in SA.
Mike Lambert — Google review
Absolutely magical. The church is amazing and the presentation, although short, is very powerful. The gardens and grounds are fantastic and well kept. Full of so much historic knowledge. I'd love to go back if I had time.
I very much enjoyed the musket shooting (At 11:30am and 1:30 pm every day) as things were explained super well, and the demonstrations were amazing. I really enjoyed the drummer. I know he has a much better historic name than that, but I can't remember it right now.
Michelle Rynkewicz — Google review
The Alamo is a must see and free. So much history and educational. It is always busy no matter what day you come. However, wait times are never that long because everything is self paced. Depending on the time of day you will be able to catch a live gun shooting show.
MA 13 — Google review
I had an incredible time. I read some of the negative reviews and honestly what is wrong with people? It’s a museum, and they take the money to further preserve the history of the Alamo. It was a great exhibit and I was so happy because I actually got to see items from my great great great uncle, David Crockett! I was so happy because this was my first time at the Alamo and honestly I will be so happy to bring my son out here sometime. It was such a fun experience and although the Alamo and the grounds are pretty much free, the only thing that does cause really is the $14 for the museum. They have some really awesome artifacts in there and I do recommend checking it out at least once.
Justin Finley — Google review
I learned so much about how Texas came to be and especially San Antonio's history at Alamo. It added to the great experience in this city. It needs more organization especially informing visitors that they can just go in...no tickets, no line needed..the only tickets/line is for visiting the church part of Alamo(it is free, it just requires a ticket which you get at the front booth on the square)
The San Antonio River Walk is a scenic pathway that winds its way through the heart of San Antonio, TX. It features lush landscapes, quaint stone bridges and Restaurants, bars and hotels overlooking the river. The River Walk is perfect for locals and visitors alike who want to take in the beautiful natural scenery while soaking up the city views.
This place is amazing. the river crossing the city center gives it a unique character. The place is overcrowded but extends onto quieter streets. River Walk is animated, lively and relaxing at the same time. The surrounding streets are beautifully lit at night.
Amal Bouabdelli — Google review
We got to see so much history and natural beauty. It was nice to stroll the river walk and see the bridges and restaurants that line the scenery. There were many Hotels that were along the river with great views. The shops around the village were nice to escape the heat. There were a lot of people in the heart of the Riverwalk but it was really cool to see the popular photos I've seen over the years. I am sure at night it would have been much cooler and beautiful with all the lights and night vibe.
Jeremy Tafoya — Google review
Excellent place and must visit if you are visiting San Antonio. The walk along the river, especially in the evening when the temperatures are moderate is amazing. Food is little costly but can’t help as the area itself is very costly. This place has history to it, if you are interested to know then you need to get on to a boat ride. There are multiple places to park at $10 to $20 per hour and , we do have have street parking at a price but not easy to get them.
VPK — Google review
The experience was good. A lot of outlets to get both food and drinks. Even gift items were available. Got to see the Alamo to read about some historical events. Great place to visit, just not on a hot sunny day. Best visited when its cool.
Shaquille Suban — Google review
My bucket list paid off. The River Walk is very unique and beautiful. The boat ($14.50/adult and $8.50/child under 6) is recommended for the full sightseeing and the history before you walk and explore. People are friendly. The mix of old world and modern architecture and landscapes are stunning.
Hao Wen Kong — Google review
Magical Winter Escape at San Antinio River Walk:
My visit to the San Antonio River Walk last December was nothing short of magical. The twinkling holiday lights lining the walkways created a picturesque ambiance, perfectly complemented by the festive decorations adorning the bridges and boats. Strolling along the serene riverbanks, I was captivated by the charm of the historic architecture and the lively atmosphere of the bustling restaurants and shops. The gentle breeze carried the sound of music and laughter, making it a truly enchanting experience. Whether you're a local or a visitor, a winter visit to the San Antonio River Walk is a must-do holiday tradition that will leave you with unforgettable memories.
Shashang Marchawala — Google review
Great place for a long walk! There are so many pretty things to see on the side of the walk, there are also lots of restaurants on the sides. They also have a boat ride down the river that says a lot of things about the place. The other great thing is that it is right next to the Alamo and you can easily walk to either place. Overall great to do for a walk, and pretty sights.
Melanie Holm — Google review
We loved it even though it was cold when we went. We went on the small riverboat ride and were very glad we did because we could never have seen as much of it walking in such a short time period. Our captain on the boat was awesome! Very entertaining and knowledgeable.
Lori W — Google review
The San Antonio River Walk is a very neat area. All ages can appreciate this area. It’s beautiful day or night. You should visit during both times and see if you have a preference. We like the day, but we often find ourselves doing other things that are closed in the evening, and visiting the River walk at night, but it’s a great spot any time of day. The walkways are right at rivers edge on both sides. Ducks frequent the water. The water level is just beneath sidewalk level and many areas do not have railings and you can be right next to it. However most places you sit and eat will have railings and such. There are a lot of places to eat, or get treats. There’s often live music at a place or 2, and even a drug store for your misc needs. It’s beautiful, classy, a great place for your family, or just you and your significant other. I highly recommend stopping down here if you are passing through. If you plan to, check to see when the next parade of lanterns is. Very cool lit up boats coming down the River.
cmlarvick — Google review
I can’t say enough about San Antonio River Walk…. If you like food, this is a definite. Casual walks… perfect! The River Walk can get extremely crowded, so my recommendation is to walk it early morning. Best time to take it all in and plan your place to eat. Perfect time for photos also.
It’s clean and have never been approached for handouts or selling. Absolutely love SA for keeping all this under control. Enjoy your walk….
Tim Stotler — Google review
This a great place for family, friends or a date. There is a lot to see and eat! I recommend taking the boat ride, as it will give you an easy tour of the place.
We had entertainment on our boat ride. A poor soul decided to jump in the river to cool off before being fished out by the police.
Everyone is very nice and friendly here. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone.
Mike Melton — Google review
Finally had the chance to take my wife there to see the river walk. From the canal boat ride to the beautiful falls, flowers and sculptures abound, a memorable experience. We were there during the day but if you can, try to go there in the evening as it is lit up and enhances the beauty. Not as many shops as they used to be but plenty of eateries. We ate at Waxy O'Connors. I had a steak sandwich style meal that was very tasty and enjoyable and priced reasonably.
Robert n Michelle (Luna Express Travels) — Google review
Must-see San Antonio attraction: walkway next to the man-made ‘river’ (water retention area) in downtown
The picturesque River Walk is lined with restaurants, souvenir shops, hotels, and bars. Different vibes between day and night - highly recommend checking out. The riverwalk does get busy - especially in the evening and during holidays.
Kevin Wang — Google review
Very uniquely San Antonio!
You will love the vibe and enjoy this historic place. Get ready to have some steps in.
The walk is wonderful and scenic.
The river boat ride with tour guide is worth a try. We did not since we had small kids and stroller with us.
Eating a restaurant along the River walk is unforgettable experience.
Pets are welcome to be you at the front tables, but not inside the restaurant.
The Alamo is just there.
Must must walk the river if you visit San Antonio.
No playground around.
Lot of concrete so kids be ready to see some history, not monkey bars :-)
Tim Tr. — Google review
Let me describe this amazing experience In detail ;
Nestled in the heart of San Antonio, the River Walk is a tranquil oasis that captivates visitors with its picturesque beauty and vibrant atmosphere. During my recent visit, I was truly enchanted by this hidden gem, and it's no wonder why it's often hailed as the crown jewel of the city.
From the moment I set foot on the cobblestone pathways, I was transported to a world of scenic wonders. Lined with lush greenery, colorful blooms, and graceful weeping willows, the banks of the San Antonio River offer a serene escape from the bustling city life. The gentle murmur of the water flowing beneath arched stone bridges created a soothing soundtrack to my stroll.
As I meandered along the winding paths, I couldn't help but marvel at the charming mix of architecture that graces the riverfront. Quaint cafes, lively bars, and charming boutiques beckoned to me, each offering a unique glimpse into the city's rich culture and history. Whether indulging in a leisurely meal with a view or discovering artisan treasures, every corner of the River Walk held a delightful surprise.
One of the highlights of my visit was taking a leisurely boat cruise along the river. Drifting beneath the romantic stone bridges, I gained a new perspective of the surrounding landmarks. Our knowledgeable guide regaled us with tales of the city's past, adding a layer of intrigue to the experience.
As the sun began to set, the River Walk transformed into a magical wonderland. The soft glow of twinkling lights illuminated the water, casting a dreamlike ambiance over the scene. I found myself lingering at the water's edge, reluctant to leave behind such a enchanting setting.
In conclusion, San Antonio River Walk is a true gem that offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, history, and vibrant culture. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or a lively adventure, this charming destination has something for everyone. I highly recommend immersing yourself in its allure and discovering the magic of the San Antonio River Walk firsthand.
Buddha Kharel — Google review
It’s nice place to walk around. It has plenty of shops and restaurants on the river bank on both sides. Parking can be done using city garages. There are many choices of shops and restaurant.
If you are visiting during day time, bring water and hat as it gets hot during day in Summer. Evening time is much prettier due to lighting.
Overall a fun place to hang out for whole day with family.
Aalok Gautam — Google review
The San Antonio River Walk is the heart of the city. As the #1 attraction in Texas, the River Walk is full of dining, beautiful architectural buildings, even there is 300 years old tree !!! Absolutely loved this area. Walked all the way from Southtown up to the Japanese gardens and it was such a pleasant walk. The touristy section was busy and lively with lots of bars packed along but the contrast with the quieter sections was lovely too. Something for everyone!
Kristina B — Google review
Pete is the best. The San Antonio River Walk is a very cool place. All ages can appreciate this area. It’s beautiful day or night.
The River Walk is beautiful, classy, a great place for your family, or just you and friends. I highly recommend the River walk for the United States great attraction.
Just come down here if you are passing through with Pete, you will get knowledge and wisdom with US history lessons.
Dr. Cheung Y — Google review
It's a really nice place. Strolling in the morning when it's not very busy is a beautiful experience. There are lots of places to eat from. The street vendors make the place lively. It's clean and well maintained. As a trainee at Fort Sam back in 2013 I used to come here. This reminds me of my time back then. It's nice to see people walking, shopping, eating, and doing many other things.
Jis David — Google review
Very neat and well done area to visit. For those out of town, it's more of a district than an attraction. The River Walk is also a park that follows the river all the way through the city. There are a ton of restaurants, hotels, and shops, all along the waterfront, making for some magical venues. There's historical and cultural markers as well, outdoor theaters and malls. You could kill a day here.
The boat ride has gone up since the last time I came. One wanted $34 a person, another $25. That's a big chunk of change to ride the boats.
A special thanks to The County Line for having free ice cold water outside along the walk. Seemed like a good restaurant too. That was nice of them. There was also some big touristy stop staples you might find in other places like The Rainforest Cafe, Margaritaville, and Hard Rock Cafe
I would love to come back at night when all of the lights are on. Would be spectacular.
S Burkhart — Google review
Love it💯❤💯. We will come back...
The city and public areas are clean and well maintained..
We saw Lots of young men, homeless type of men in drugs, walking on the city and hanging on the parks. They all look like zombies.
UBER is cheaper and fast...
JAIME E. P.B. — Google review
Oh, what to say that hasn't already been said. Beautiful place, I can see why this is the focal point of the city. We went on a Wed just to hang out, eat good food, and have a few drinks. Loved it... we'll be going back for sure. Note: if you have a chance, take the River Boat tour. Really nice and informative.
AlxCdog — Google review
Delightful visit to the River Walk. Plenty of places to eat. All types of foods and drinks available. Shops to pickup typical tourist stuff. Easy access from the street level and many parking lots and garages. Parking prices are extremely expensive. We would love to come back again for another visit.
Ed Smith — Google review
“San Antonio River Walk is an absolute gem and a must-visit destination in Texas! Exploring the river by boat offers a unique and memorable experience, with stunning views of downtown San Antonio. The atmosphere is vibrant and lively, perfect for soaking in the city’s charm. Not to mention, the food options along the river are top-notch, offering a delicious culinary journey for every palate. Whether you’re enjoying a leisurely stroll or dining waterside, the ambiance is unbeatable. San Antonio River Walk truly encapsulates the essence of a perfect downtown experience. Highly recommended for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the beauty and culture of San Antonio!”
Hari Kanna — Google review
A very creative use of subterranean space. Lots of restaurants and shops underneath the busy streets. A nice loop around with stairs leading up to the street in the four corners of the River Walk. Landscaped very nicely.. complete with residential ducks. Within walking distance to many of San Antonio hotels.
Luann LaPointe — Google review
The Riverwalk is definitely the must-go place when you visit San Antonio. The walkway was well built and maintained. Tons of restaurants along the way. You can easily spend a day exploring different sections of the riverside.
Gary Fung — Google review
Definitely a really cool area going through San Antonio. Lots of stores and restaurants to visit and eat at with lots of good sights to see. It is a really fun and very peaceful place to take a walk and explore downtown. If you are in San Antonio this is one of the spots you bust visit it was a very good time.
Mason Aulik — Google review
Absolutely beautiful!! It was so much more beautiful than I imagined. I could walk circles around it! Tons of amazing restaurants, shops, places to sit and have a drink, listen to music or just take a walk. The perfect “first date” place to go. It’s romantic and wonderful. Loved it!!!!! 😍 Being there at Christmas was just a bonus and it was beautifully decorated.. it totally felt magical.
Julie Rowse — Google review
A lovely walk in a historic & beautiful part of San Antonio. The river walk is filled with shops, restaurants and rest areas but doesn’t need any of that to make it special. A simple walk along the water will have you forgetting you are in the middle of such a large city.
Steph H — Google review
It is always a delight to wander downtown near the river and browse the shops. But I think the River Walk is even better on the non-downtown portions. It's more quiet, serene, and slow-paced. The water is clean, and you can enjoy seeing the ducks and the fish while you enjoy your stroll.
The San Antonio River Walk is a scenic pathway that winds its way through the heart of San Antonio, TX. It features lush landscapes, quaint stone bridges and Restaurants, bars and hotels overlooking the river. The River Walk is perfect for locals and visitors alike who want to take in the beautiful natural scenery while soaking up the city views.
This place is amazing. the river crossing the city center gives it a unique character. The place is overcrowded but extends onto quieter streets. River Walk is animated, lively and relaxing at the same time. The surrounding streets are beautifully lit at night.
Amal Bouabdelli — Google review
We got to see so much history and natural beauty. It was nice to stroll the river walk and see the bridges and restaurants that line the scenery. There were many Hotels that were along the river with great views. The shops around the village were nice to escape the heat. There were a lot of people in the heart of the Riverwalk but it was really cool to see the popular photos I've seen over the years. I am sure at night it would have been much cooler and beautiful with all the lights and night vibe.
Jeremy Tafoya — Google review
Excellent place and must visit if you are visiting San Antonio. The walk along the river, especially in the evening when the temperatures are moderate is amazing. Food is little costly but can’t help as the area itself is very costly. This place has history to it, if you are interested to know then you need to get on to a boat ride. There are multiple places to park at $10 to $20 per hour and , we do have have street parking at a price but not easy to get them.
VPK — Google review
The experience was good. A lot of outlets to get both food and drinks. Even gift items were available. Got to see the Alamo to read about some historical events. Great place to visit, just not on a hot sunny day. Best visited when its cool.
Shaquille Suban — Google review
My bucket list paid off. The River Walk is very unique and beautiful. The boat ($14.50/adult and $8.50/child under 6) is recommended for the full sightseeing and the history before you walk and explore. People are friendly. The mix of old world and modern architecture and landscapes are stunning.
Hao Wen Kong — Google review
Magical Winter Escape at San Antinio River Walk:
My visit to the San Antonio River Walk last December was nothing short of magical. The twinkling holiday lights lining the walkways created a picturesque ambiance, perfectly complemented by the festive decorations adorning the bridges and boats. Strolling along the serene riverbanks, I was captivated by the charm of the historic architecture and the lively atmosphere of the bustling restaurants and shops. The gentle breeze carried the sound of music and laughter, making it a truly enchanting experience. Whether you're a local or a visitor, a winter visit to the San Antonio River Walk is a must-do holiday tradition that will leave you with unforgettable memories.
Shashang Marchawala — Google review
Great place for a long walk! There are so many pretty things to see on the side of the walk, there are also lots of restaurants on the sides. They also have a boat ride down the river that says a lot of things about the place. The other great thing is that it is right next to the Alamo and you can easily walk to either place. Overall great to do for a walk, and pretty sights.
Melanie Holm — Google review
We loved it even though it was cold when we went. We went on the small riverboat ride and were very glad we did because we could never have seen as much of it walking in such a short time period. Our captain on the boat was awesome! Very entertaining and knowledgeable.
Lori W — Google review
The San Antonio River Walk is a very neat area. All ages can appreciate this area. It’s beautiful day or night. You should visit during both times and see if you have a preference. We like the day, but we often find ourselves doing other things that are closed in the evening, and visiting the River walk at night, but it’s a great spot any time of day. The walkways are right at rivers edge on both sides. Ducks frequent the water. The water level is just beneath sidewalk level and many areas do not have railings and you can be right next to it. However most places you sit and eat will have railings and such. There are a lot of places to eat, or get treats. There’s often live music at a place or 2, and even a drug store for your misc needs. It’s beautiful, classy, a great place for your family, or just you and your significant other. I highly recommend stopping down here if you are passing through. If you plan to, check to see when the next parade of lanterns is. Very cool lit up boats coming down the River.
cmlarvick — Google review
I can’t say enough about San Antonio River Walk…. If you like food, this is a definite. Casual walks… perfect! The River Walk can get extremely crowded, so my recommendation is to walk it early morning. Best time to take it all in and plan your place to eat. Perfect time for photos also.
It’s clean and have never been approached for handouts or selling. Absolutely love SA for keeping all this under control. Enjoy your walk….
Tim Stotler — Google review
This a great place for family, friends or a date. There is a lot to see and eat! I recommend taking the boat ride, as it will give you an easy tour of the place.
We had entertainment on our boat ride. A poor soul decided to jump in the river to cool off before being fished out by the police.
Everyone is very nice and friendly here. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone.
Mike Melton — Google review
Finally had the chance to take my wife there to see the river walk. From the canal boat ride to the beautiful falls, flowers and sculptures abound, a memorable experience. We were there during the day but if you can, try to go there in the evening as it is lit up and enhances the beauty. Not as many shops as they used to be but plenty of eateries. We ate at Waxy O'Connors. I had a steak sandwich style meal that was very tasty and enjoyable and priced reasonably.
Robert n Michelle (Luna Express Travels) — Google review
Must-see San Antonio attraction: walkway next to the man-made ‘river’ (water retention area) in downtown
The picturesque River Walk is lined with restaurants, souvenir shops, hotels, and bars. Different vibes between day and night - highly recommend checking out. The riverwalk does get busy - especially in the evening and during holidays.
Kevin Wang — Google review
Very uniquely San Antonio!
You will love the vibe and enjoy this historic place. Get ready to have some steps in.
The walk is wonderful and scenic.
The river boat ride with tour guide is worth a try. We did not since we had small kids and stroller with us.
Eating a restaurant along the River walk is unforgettable experience.
Pets are welcome to be you at the front tables, but not inside the restaurant.
The Alamo is just there.
Must must walk the river if you visit San Antonio.
No playground around.
Lot of concrete so kids be ready to see some history, not monkey bars :-)
Tim Tr. — Google review
Let me describe this amazing experience In detail ;
Nestled in the heart of San Antonio, the River Walk is a tranquil oasis that captivates visitors with its picturesque beauty and vibrant atmosphere. During my recent visit, I was truly enchanted by this hidden gem, and it's no wonder why it's often hailed as the crown jewel of the city.
From the moment I set foot on the cobblestone pathways, I was transported to a world of scenic wonders. Lined with lush greenery, colorful blooms, and graceful weeping willows, the banks of the San Antonio River offer a serene escape from the bustling city life. The gentle murmur of the water flowing beneath arched stone bridges created a soothing soundtrack to my stroll.
As I meandered along the winding paths, I couldn't help but marvel at the charming mix of architecture that graces the riverfront. Quaint cafes, lively bars, and charming boutiques beckoned to me, each offering a unique glimpse into the city's rich culture and history. Whether indulging in a leisurely meal with a view or discovering artisan treasures, every corner of the River Walk held a delightful surprise.
One of the highlights of my visit was taking a leisurely boat cruise along the river. Drifting beneath the romantic stone bridges, I gained a new perspective of the surrounding landmarks. Our knowledgeable guide regaled us with tales of the city's past, adding a layer of intrigue to the experience.
As the sun began to set, the River Walk transformed into a magical wonderland. The soft glow of twinkling lights illuminated the water, casting a dreamlike ambiance over the scene. I found myself lingering at the water's edge, reluctant to leave behind such a enchanting setting.
In conclusion, San Antonio River Walk is a true gem that offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, history, and vibrant culture. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or a lively adventure, this charming destination has something for everyone. I highly recommend immersing yourself in its allure and discovering the magic of the San Antonio River Walk firsthand.
Buddha Kharel — Google review
It’s nice place to walk around. It has plenty of shops and restaurants on the river bank on both sides. Parking can be done using city garages. There are many choices of shops and restaurant.
If you are visiting during day time, bring water and hat as it gets hot during day in Summer. Evening time is much prettier due to lighting.
Overall a fun place to hang out for whole day with family.
Aalok Gautam — Google review
The San Antonio River Walk is the heart of the city. As the #1 attraction in Texas, the River Walk is full of dining, beautiful architectural buildings, even there is 300 years old tree !!! Absolutely loved this area. Walked all the way from Southtown up to the Japanese gardens and it was such a pleasant walk. The touristy section was busy and lively with lots of bars packed along but the contrast with the quieter sections was lovely too. Something for everyone!
Kristina B — Google review
Pete is the best. The San Antonio River Walk is a very cool place. All ages can appreciate this area. It’s beautiful day or night.
The River Walk is beautiful, classy, a great place for your family, or just you and friends. I highly recommend the River walk for the United States great attraction.
Just come down here if you are passing through with Pete, you will get knowledge and wisdom with US history lessons.
Dr. Cheung Y — Google review
It's a really nice place. Strolling in the morning when it's not very busy is a beautiful experience. There are lots of places to eat from. The street vendors make the place lively. It's clean and well maintained. As a trainee at Fort Sam back in 2013 I used to come here. This reminds me of my time back then. It's nice to see people walking, shopping, eating, and doing many other things.
Jis David — Google review
Very neat and well done area to visit. For those out of town, it's more of a district than an attraction. The River Walk is also a park that follows the river all the way through the city. There are a ton of restaurants, hotels, and shops, all along the waterfront, making for some magical venues. There's historical and cultural markers as well, outdoor theaters and malls. You could kill a day here.
The boat ride has gone up since the last time I came. One wanted $34 a person, another $25. That's a big chunk of change to ride the boats.
A special thanks to The County Line for having free ice cold water outside along the walk. Seemed like a good restaurant too. That was nice of them. There was also some big touristy stop staples you might find in other places like The Rainforest Cafe, Margaritaville, and Hard Rock Cafe
I would love to come back at night when all of the lights are on. Would be spectacular.
S Burkhart — Google review
Love it💯❤💯. We will come back...
The city and public areas are clean and well maintained..
We saw Lots of young men, homeless type of men in drugs, walking on the city and hanging on the parks. They all look like zombies.
UBER is cheaper and fast...
JAIME E. P.B. — Google review
Oh, what to say that hasn't already been said. Beautiful place, I can see why this is the focal point of the city. We went on a Wed just to hang out, eat good food, and have a few drinks. Loved it... we'll be going back for sure. Note: if you have a chance, take the River Boat tour. Really nice and informative.
AlxCdog — Google review
Delightful visit to the River Walk. Plenty of places to eat. All types of foods and drinks available. Shops to pickup typical tourist stuff. Easy access from the street level and many parking lots and garages. Parking prices are extremely expensive. We would love to come back again for another visit.
Ed Smith — Google review
“San Antonio River Walk is an absolute gem and a must-visit destination in Texas! Exploring the river by boat offers a unique and memorable experience, with stunning views of downtown San Antonio. The atmosphere is vibrant and lively, perfect for soaking in the city’s charm. Not to mention, the food options along the river are top-notch, offering a delicious culinary journey for every palate. Whether you’re enjoying a leisurely stroll or dining waterside, the ambiance is unbeatable. San Antonio River Walk truly encapsulates the essence of a perfect downtown experience. Highly recommended for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the beauty and culture of San Antonio!”
Hari Kanna — Google review
A very creative use of subterranean space. Lots of restaurants and shops underneath the busy streets. A nice loop around with stairs leading up to the street in the four corners of the River Walk. Landscaped very nicely.. complete with residential ducks. Within walking distance to many of San Antonio hotels.
Luann LaPointe — Google review
The Riverwalk is definitely the must-go place when you visit San Antonio. The walkway was well built and maintained. Tons of restaurants along the way. You can easily spend a day exploring different sections of the riverside.
Gary Fung — Google review
Definitely a really cool area going through San Antonio. Lots of stores and restaurants to visit and eat at with lots of good sights to see. It is a really fun and very peaceful place to take a walk and explore downtown. If you are in San Antonio this is one of the spots you bust visit it was a very good time.
Mason Aulik — Google review
Absolutely beautiful!! It was so much more beautiful than I imagined. I could walk circles around it! Tons of amazing restaurants, shops, places to sit and have a drink, listen to music or just take a walk. The perfect “first date” place to go. It’s romantic and wonderful. Loved it!!!!! 😍 Being there at Christmas was just a bonus and it was beautifully decorated.. it totally felt magical.
Julie Rowse — Google review
A lovely walk in a historic & beautiful part of San Antonio. The river walk is filled with shops, restaurants and rest areas but doesn’t need any of that to make it special. A simple walk along the water will have you forgetting you are in the middle of such a large city.
Steph H — Google review
It is always a delight to wander downtown near the river and browse the shops. But I think the River Walk is even better on the non-downtown portions. It's more quiet, serene, and slow-paced. The water is clean, and you can enjoy seeing the ducks and the fish while you enjoy your stroll.