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After indulging yourself with breakfast, head to the city and explore the Hope Outdoor Gallery where you’ll see beautiful walls full of outdoor graffiti and have a photoshoot with friends.
Texas State Capitol
After gallivanting around Hope, feast yourself with some history, culture, and architecture at the Texas State Capitol, which is recognized as one of the nation’s most distinguished state capitols.
Shop South Congress Avenue
Widely known for its eclectic and unique shops and boutiques, including custom-made jewelry shops, boot stores, and vintage candy shops.
The Picnic
Head to the Picnic for lunch, where you’ll find a fast array of food trucks, offering all types of cuisine.
Waterloo Records
If you’re a big fan of music, flip through thousands of timeless records at Waterloo Records and catch a free in-store performance by a local upcoming artist.
Broken Spoke Saloon
End your day at Broken Spoke Saloon, where you’ll experience an authentic honky tonk experience, an excellent local Texas BBQ, and a free dinner show.
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Start your midwest leg of the tour where Rt 66 begins. The “Windy City” has many known tourist attractions and is a popular destination for a reason! Explore Millennium Park and bask in the city’s rich architectural heritage before taking off! Stop for some deep dish pizza to get you fueled up for the next leg of your journey.
Travel | Hotels | Food | Tips (@chicago.explore)Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Delve into the iconic and rich history of the midwest and cowboy culture at the National Cowboy and Western Herritage Museum. Then head to the Bricktown district, for life entertainment and fine dining experiences. This is a great city to explore if you’re chasing the allure of the midwestern culture.
Cadillac Ranch, Texas
This stop is perfect for admirers of retro cars and the deep south. Check out the imaginative art installation of buried Cadillacs just west of Amarillo. This is an intriguing and memorable roadside attraction that will make the perfect stop along the way. Be sure to stop for some famous Texas BBQ if you get hungry, and ride a mechanical bull in some of the many famous joints that Texas is known for.
Petrified Forrest National Park, Arizona
Stop in Arizona and revel in some of the amazing views that will make you feel like you’re on Mars. This park is a marvel and offers picturesque views of petrified wood and vibrant badlands. This park is a breathtaking geological paradise, and the perfect addition for fans of nature, hiking, and, views.
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]]>The Alamo
A historic Spanish mission and fortress, it’s not just the Alamo’s stunning architecture that makes it worth a visit. As the battleground of the history-defining Battle of the Alamo, this fortress is a symbol of the strength and defiance of the people of Texas. The Alamo is open from 9 am to 5:30 pm daily with several tour options available.
Space Center Houston
Established in 1961, Space Center Houston, otherwise known as the NASA Johnson Space Center, has been responsible for the design and development as well as the operation of NASA space flights. This center’s crowning achievement came on July 20, 1969, as Neil Armstrong became the first person to walk on the moon. Space Center Houston’s visiting hours vary so be sure to check the website before planning your visit.
Texas Capitol
Located in the city of Austin, the Texas Capitol is regarded as one of the most distinguished state capitols in the United States—so much so that it was named a National Historic Landmark in 1986. The home of the Texan legislature and the Governor of Texas, the Texas Capitol offers free guided and self-guided tours. Make sure to check the visiting hours so that you can plan your trip at the most convenient time.
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]]>Start your weekend by exploring the iconic South Congress Avenue, affectionately known as “SoCo.” Browse through unique boutiques, savor mouthwatering food truck fare, and soak up the vibrant atmosphere. Don’t miss the chance to take a photo in front of the “I love you so much” mural.
For music enthusiasts, a visit to the legendary 6th Street is a must. This lively strip is lined with bars, clubs, and live music venues. Catch a local band performance, dance the night away, and immerse yourself in Austin’s renowned music scene.
On Saturday morning, head to the Barton Springs Pool, a natural spring-fed pool that offers a refreshing dip in the heart of the city. Afterward, explore the Barton Creek Greenbelt, a scenic trail system perfect for hiking, biking, or enjoying a picnic surrounded by nature.
Indulge in Austin’s famous culinary scene by trying some mouthwatering Tex-Mex or barbecue. From food trucks to upscale restaurants, the city has something for every palate. Don’t forget to sample some authentic Austin breakfast tacos—they’re a local favorite! Check out Cuantos Tacos.
Wrap up your weekend by visiting the iconic Texas State Capitol. Take a guided tour to learn about the state’s history and admire the beautiful architecture. The grounds surrounding the Capitol are perfect for a leisurely stroll or a picnic.
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Houston is home to one of the best children’s museums in the United States, and it welcomes over a million visitors every year. It offers a wide range of interactive activities for kids of all ages, including the popular Tot Spot, which offers toddler-friendly spaces.
Space Center Houston
NASA’s Johnson Space Center is famously located in Houston, and it’s home to its own space-themed museum. If your little ones are dreaming of becoming astronauts one day, they’ll enjoy the visit to this space center, best known for being home to some historic space artifacts and capsules.
Houston Museum of Natural Science
Houston is also home to a pretty impressive natural history museum, located on the grounds of Hermann Park. In addition to attracting visitors with its dinosaur hall, planetarium, IMAX theater, and butterfly house, this museum often hosts special guest exhibits.
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]]>Discada
1319 Rosewood Ave, Austin, TX 78702
This taco truck has a cult following and we can see why. It only serves tacos de discada—a Northern Mexican specialty containing beef and pork and cooked on a discada—a circular, repurposed plow blade-turned-wok. The result is juicy meat tacos, bursting with flavor and simply topped with salsa and lime. If you’re in pursuit of taco perfection, this is the place to go!
Veracruz All Natural
2505 Webberville Rd, Austin, TX 78702
Located in east Austin, this much-loved taco empire began as a simple family-run business in 2008. These days, every Veracruz All Natural truck and eatery is packed with happy customers enjoying migas, fish and veggie tacos, washed down with homemade aguas frescas.
(@veracruztacos)Vaquero Taquero
104 E 31st St, Austin, TX 78705
This hole-in-the-wall taqueria serves South-Texas street style tacos with options available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. With an unpretentious feel and fantastic flavor combinations in soft homemade tortillas, Vaquero Taquero is a must for any taco enthusiast.
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]]>Barton Springs Pool
Barton Springs Pool is one of the crown jewels of Zilker Park, and it’s fed by water from the surrounding natural springs. You don’t have to be in Austin in spring or summer to enjoy this pool—it’s amazing for year-round swimming because it has an average temperature of 68-70 degrees.
Austin Nature & Science Center
Zilker Metropolitan Park is home to countless family-friendly attractions, but if you’re looking for one that also happens to be educational, this science center is the place to be. It covers impressive 80 acres and offers a wide range of fun exhibits, including replicas of fossils and dinosaur tracks.
Zilker Botanical Garden
One of the top spots for nature lovers visiting Zilker, this botanical garden covers 31 acres of this expansive park. One of its top attractions is a Taniguchi Japanese Garden with koi and lily pond, but many other historic gardens can be found on its premises.
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]]>Amusement Parks
Amusements parks are the ultimate family-friendly spot, and San Antonio has quite a few in store. Six Flags Fiesta Texas is one of its most popular attractions, but SeaWorld San Antonio, Morgan’s Wonderland, and Aquatica San Antonio are also worth checking out, especially if your little ones love going to water parks.
Local Fun
San Antonio is also home to some unique local attractions that can be enjoyed by visitors of all ages. The San Antonio River Walk is one of the best examples, and it houses some of San Antonio’s top tourist attractions, in addition to many amazing local restaurants and shops.
Natural Wonders
If spending time surrounded by nature happens to be your idea of family fun, San Antonio won’t leave you disappointed. San Antonio Zoo is one of the most popular attractions of this kind, welcoming a million visitors every year. You should also check out the Japanese Tea Garden and some of the many parks in the city.
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]]>Creepy Hollow, Texas
This haunted house has been ranked the 13th scariest in the entire US and the scariest haunted house in Texas. It’s actually made up of three different haunted attractions – one based on a genetic research facility with experiments gone wrong, one in the middle of the woods, and one called “Pitch Black,” where participants need to make it through in complete darkness.
Knott’s Scary Farm
Knott’s Scary Farm is the largest Halloween event in southern California. Theme park Knott’s Berry Farm is transformed into a haunted horrorscape filled with monsters, mazes, and other shows and attractions.
New Orleans Nightmare Haunted House
The New Orleans Nightmare Haunted House is definitely not for the faint of heart. This year, it includes a carnival of rabid outcasts, a bloodthirsty voodoo queen, and a criminal in a creepy pig costume with a chainsaw. Who comes up with this stuff?
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]]>Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Six Flags tends to be the No. 1 family attraction in each city where there’s one and San Antonio is no different. Six Flags Fiesta Texas is a classic theme park divided into five themed areas and White Water Bay will be your personal favorite if you’re a fan of water parks.
Morgan’s Wonderland
Six Flags has its amusement parks all across the U.S., but what if you’re looking for a water park that’s authentic to Texas? Morgan’s Wonderland fits the bill perfectly and it’s known for being fully wheelchair accessible, offering themed areas, rides, and attractions to everyone willing to try them.
SeaWorld San Antonio
In addition to Six Flags, SeaWorld is another popular theme park with a branch in San Antonio. In addition to offering a marine mammal park, oceanarium, and animal theme park, SeaWorld is also worth the visit for the adjacent water park Aquatica.
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