--- title: "43 Sights of Texas the Lone Star State ..." description: "Krause Springs; Dinosaur Valley State Park, Glen Rose; Jacobs Well; Boquillas Canyon, Big Bend National Park; Dallas Zoo; More ..." url: "https://travel.allwomenstalk.com/sights-of-texas-the-lone-star-state/" category: "travel" last_updated: "2026-06-02" --- # 43 Sights of Texas the Lone Star State ... I had some misconceptions about the sights of Texas, gained mostly from TV and the movies. I'm so glad I chose to do this article because I now know there is far, far more to the second largest US state than I ever imagined. So pull on your cowgirl boots and hitch a ride through some of the great sights of Texas. ## 1. Krause Springs ![Krause Springs](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/vz/cs/b5hk1gjn_333x500.jpg) Via [Day Tripping: Krause Springs in ...](https://marymakesgood.com/) I always had a vision that Texas was a hugely dry state dotted with big cities. I've learnt that there are some stunning natural sights of Texas. ## 2. Dinosaur Valley State Park, Glen Rose _ Via 40 must-see places to take ..._ Wade right up to giant footprints made by duck-billed dinosaurs, three-toed meat-eaters and brontosaurus types. ## 3. Jacobs Well _ Via 50 Of The Most Beautiful ..._ There are lots of natural swimming holes in Texas. Jacob's Well is a karstic spring in Hill Country flowing from the bed of Cypress Creek. ## 4. Boquillas Canyon, Big Bend National Park ![Boquillas Canyon, Big Bend National Park](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/fu/y9/emc3lq15_590x886.jpg) Via [Boquillas Canyon, Texas - Anne ...](https://annemckinnell.com/2012/04/10/boquillas-canyon-texas/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=boquillas-canyon-texas) This canyon straddles the Texas/Mexico border. ## 5. Dallas Zoo ![Dallas Zoo](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ds/mw/z17kyqnm_600x800.jpg) Via [31 Fun Things to Do ...](https://www.iliveindallas.com/fun-things-to-do-in-dallas/) There are also zoos in Fort Worth, Houston and San Antonio which also has an aquarium. ## 6. Longhorn Cavern State Park ![Longhorn Cavern State Park](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/kc/yo/hws9adwx_600x900.jpg) Via [35 Things Everyone Should Do ...](https://www.buzzfeed.com/summeranne/do-or-die-austin-texas) During prohibition in the 1920s, Longhorn Cavern was used by Burnet County residents as a speakeasy. ## 7. Stockyards, Fort Worth ![Stockyards, Fort Worth](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/i5/cx/jdbtzmt1_600x864.jpg) Via [Picasa Web Albums - Andy ...](https://get.google.com/albumarchive/pwa/104568509064252082870/FortWorthTexas) The Stockyards consist of mainly entertainment and shopping venues that capitalize on the "Cowtown" image of Fort Worth. ## 8. Gorman Falls ![Gorman Falls](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/xo/tf/kmca0ot0_596x790.jpg) Via [Road Trips - Timeline Photos ...](https://www.facebook.com/unsupportedbrowser) A lush oasis, hidden in Texas Hill Country ## 9. Galveston _ Via 3 Bedroom Condo Rental in ..._ Some gorgeous beaches are among the top attractions of Texas. ## 10. The Alamo, San Antonio ![The Alamo, San Antonio](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/pf/rj/cu5xb3hj_600x896.jpg) Via [Yahoo Image Search](https://images.search.yahoo.com/images) The site of one of the most famous battles on US soil. ## 11. Texas Hill Country ![Texas Hill Country](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/jn/pz/nmtffru4_346x600.jpg) Via [A Texas Hill Country Roadtrip](https://www.southernliving.com/travel/south-west) The Texas Hill Country is a twenty-five county region of Central and South Texas. ## 12. San Antonio River Walk ![San Antonio River Walk](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/kv/g5/olzlvu3z_424x640.jpg) Via [River Walk at Night](https://www.flickr.com/photos/visitsanantonio/4313806883/) The River Walk is a network of walkways, one storey beneath the streets of Downtown San Antonio. ## 13. The Aquarium Restaurant, Kemah _ Via Come on to Kemah! | ..._ A restaurant that is home to 50,000 gallon aquarium! Wow! ## 14. Cowboys Stadium-Arlington ![Cowboys Stadium-Arlington](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/sj/p7/pdb2lkzz_366x488.jpg) Via [Dallas Cowboys--Cowboys Stadium: Arlington, TEXAS ...](http://www.allposters.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) The impressive stadium was opened in 2009. ## 15. Gruene Hall ![Gruene Hall](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/k1/ou/ygy2j35s_400x400.jpg) Via [Travel blog](https://aqfer.lijit.com/1/d/r?aqet=clk&v0=79f7cbbaa8aefde5cc64948ae0f35cd2&ru=http%3A%2F%2Ftravel-blog3.tumblr.com%2F) The oldest dancehall in Texas. ## 16. South Boulevard, Houston ![South Boulevard, Houston](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/i7/tw/l463bhni_600x787.jpg) Via [cotedetexas.blogspot.com](https://cotedetexas.blogspot.com/2012/04/classic-1925-house-on-tree-lined.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed:) A stunning oak avenue. ## 17. Blood Lake _ Via theswash.com_ Sadly, the blood lake is not one of the permanent sites of Texas. The lake suddenly turned red after a drought and a proliferation of bacteria. The lake is actually OC Fisher Reservoir in San Angelo State Park in West Texas. ## 18. Texas BBQ ![Texas BBQ](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ox/vh/imxr1xyo_325x480.jpg) Via [13 Things You Should Do ...](https://goo.gl/IWmZ8r) It's essential to eat barbecue in Texas. ## 19. The San Jacinto Monument ![The San Jacinto Monument](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/v2/go/y2ip0z7x_313x471.jpg) Via [5 facts on how Texas ...](https://www.chron.com/life/article/5-facts-on-how-Texas-began-3375007.php) The monument on the Houston Ship Channel marks where Sam Houston defeated Mexico in 1836 ## 20. Enchanted Rock State Park ![Enchanted Rock State Park](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/if/dx/x9f2xu2a_380x300.jpg) Via [Photo of Austin on Concierge.com](https://www.cntraveler.com/) A great place to do some rugged hiking. ## 21. Lonesome Highway, Guadalupe Mountains ![Lonesome Highway, Guadalupe Mountains](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/wk/mk/kb394pd7_600x1065.jpg) Via [Road trip](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/418131146627765978/) My idea of a great road trip. ## 22. Giant Justins, San Antonio ![Giant Justins, San Antonio](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/d0/wt/s4bqupq8_333x500.jpg) Via [The World's Largest Pair Of ...](https://www.flickr.com/photos/deanfranklin/3689877774/) The World's Largest Pair of Cowboy Boots - 40 feet tall and 35 feet wide. ## 23. Open-air Chapel, Gruene _ Via Lindsey & Justin: A Handmade ..._ This quaint open-air chapel is the focal point of Gruene Estate, which also features a rustic reception pavilion and historic accommodations. ## 24. The Cross of Jesus, Groom ![The Cross of Jesus, Groom](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/w4/xv/sgkvcy1d_600x896.jpg) Via [The Cross of Jesus, Groom, ...](https://discover.hubpages.com/travel/Photo-Tour-of-the-Cross-in-Groom-Texas) The story of the crucifixion of Jesus is spelled out step by step in graphic sculpture ## 25. Fredericksburg ![Fredericksburg](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/rb/iv/px4xscd8_346x475.jpg) Via [Texas Lavendar2](https://www.flickr.com/photos/51962510@N00/5548803285/in/photostream/) A beautiful Hill Country town with great German food, quaint shops, and wonderful vineyards. It's so German they even have an Oktoberfest. ## 26. Big Tex ![Big Tex](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/nh/h9/sngn6hkn_600x769.jpg) Via [Texas](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/437482551274764112/) The symbol of the Texas State Fair. ## 27. Fort Davis ![Fort Davis](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/d3/m3/d5sybq5b_576x864.jpg) Via [Texas Got It Right!](https://goo.gl/SgOlWO) One of the darkest sky areas in the United States. ## 28. South Padre Island ![South Padre Island](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/du/dp/wrb3h8hb_476x700.jpg) Via [The Moon And The Sunset ...](https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/micah-goff) The island is a popular destination for Spring Break. ## 29. The Narrows, Hill Country _ Via The Narrows, Texas Hill Country_ The river cuts through an exposed coral reef dating from the Late Cretaceous period ## 30. Palo Duro Canyon ![Palo Duro Canyon](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/h2/g9/myc1nehu_499x700.jpg) Via [Texas Got It Right!](https://goo.gl/SgOlWO) The second largest canyon in the US after the Grand Canyon. ## 31. Majestic Theater, San Antonio _ Via S.A. trainer on 'Regis,' Pelley's ..._ The Majestic Theatre is San Antonio's oldest and largest atmospheric theatre. It was once the second largest movie theater in the US. ## 32. Longhorns under Pecan Trees ![Longhorns under Pecan Trees](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/n6/y0/nb6nav0x_600x446.jpg) Via [Texas Got It Right!](https://goo.gl/SgOlWO) This is one of the most redolent sights of Texas. ## 33. Rainforest Conservatory, Houston Museum of Natural Science ![Rainforest Conservatory, Houston Museum of Natural Science](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/zi/gs/h6l6bvuo_600x803.jpg) Via [Rainforest Conservatory](https://www.hmns.org/) Take a break from dry heat of Texas in the humid heat of the rainforest. ## 34. Trail of Lights, Zilker Park, Austin ![Trail of Lights, Zilker Park, Austin](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/hy/gt/sqibsq7z_600x900.jpg) Via [Austin Trail of Lights - ...](https://www.austintexas.org/austin-insider-blog/post/austin-trail-of-lights/) The Trail of Lights winds through 1.25 miles of the park which is the crown jewel of Austin’s public green spaces. ## 35. USS Lexington, Corpus Christi ![USS Lexington, Corpus Christi](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/d4/zo/c7s7h229_600x1019.jpg) Via [Picasa Web Albums - Andy ...](https://get.google.com/albumarchive/pwa/104568509064252082870/CorpusChristiTexas) The historic aircraft carrier is now a museum. ## 36. Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge, Dallas ![Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge, Dallas](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/i1/hn/exbruxej_431x640.jpg) Via [::reflect::](https://www.flickr.com/photos/chrisjonesfoto/6859387700/in/photostream) Although only opened in 2012, it has already become one of the iconic sights of Dallas. ## 37. Water Gardens, Fort Worth ![Water Gardens, Fort Worth](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/r5/yn/iyr4npf5_492x640.jpg) Via [pin.tattoomaster.lv](https://goo.gl/bzYxeB) Magnificent construction. The site was used in the sci-fi movie Logan's Run. ## 38. Chapel of Thanksgiving, Dallas ![Chapel of Thanksgiving, Dallas](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/uz/ik/ik4iryex_600x800.jpg) Via [Chapel of Thanksgiving 06 by ...](https://www.deviantart.com/loveandconfections/art/Chapel-of-Thanksgiving-06-175065109) The 'Glory Window' is one of the largest horizontally mounted stained glass pieces in the world. ## 39. Galveston Island Pleasure Pier ![Galveston Island Pleasure Pier](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/nb/c1/skz5xz1j_598x860.jpg) Via [GALVESTON.COM: Galveston Island Historic Pleasure ...](https://goo.gl/iqkIyv) Waterfront fun and entertainment like no other Gulf Coast destination ## 40. Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center, Houston ![Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center, Houston](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/g4/it/zxkgcgui_600x788.jpg) Via [Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center ...](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johnson_Space_Center) Houston we have a problem! You have too many attractions to choose from! ## 41. Oil Derrick ![Oil Derrick](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/wf/i8/uohagw0w_600x847.jpg) Via [Welcome to tammyferrenphotography.com](https://goo.gl/XInU0P) One of the sights of Texas we always think of. ## 42. Bluebonnet Fields, Ellis County ![Bluebonnet Fields, Ellis County](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ip/b4/uu3duwny_480x720.jpg) Via [Places I want to see!](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/90846117456263167/) A variety of lupin, bluebonnet is the state flower of Texas. ## 43. The Sixth Floor Museum, Dealey Plaza, Dallas ![The Sixth Floor Museum, Dealey Plaza, Dallas](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/vh/ao/quuwvfje_375x500.jpg) Via [Pictures of Texas | PlanetWare](https://www.planetware.com/pictures/texas-ustx.htm#PH_TXDAL5) The shot that was heard around the world was fired from here on November 22, 1963. The site of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. There's a fantastic variety of sights of Texas - not surprising given that the state is bigger even that France! I hope I captured a good flavor of the attractions here. 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