35 days in Texas Itinerary

Advertising itself as the place where the American West begins, Fort Worth stubbornly clings to its cowboy roots, making it a distinctly different town from most other urban centers of its size.

Take a break from the city and head to Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center and Fossil Rim Wildlife Center. Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth and Top O'Hill Terrace are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Change things up with these side-trips from Fort Worth: Granbury Town Square (in Granbury), Dinosaur Valley State Park (in Glen Rose) and Boat Tours & Water Sports (in Rockwall). The adventure continues: hunt for treasures at First Monday, take in nature's colorful creations at Fort Worth Botanic Garden, get a sense of history and politics at Bureau of Engraving and Printing, and appreciate the history behind John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza.

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Paris, France to Fort Worth is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. Traveling from Paris to Fort Worth, you'll gain 7 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Paris in July, things will get a bit warmer in Fort Worth: highs are around 41°C and lows about 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly to Lubbock.

Lubbock is a city in and the county seat of Lubbock County, Texas, United States. On the 19th (Fri), appreciate the history behind Lubbock Veterans Memorial, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, then see the interesting displays at Science Spectrum Museum, then see the interesting displays at Silent Wings Museum, and finally look for all kinds of wild species at Prairie Dog Town. On the next day, appreciate the extensive heritage of Buddy Holly Statue and West Texas Walk of Fame, then contemplate the long history of National Ranching Heritage Center, then examine the collection at American Wind Power Center, and finally see the interesting displays at The Buddy Holly Center.

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Getting from Fort Worth to Lubbock by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Fort Worth in July since evenings lows in Lubbock dip to 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sat) early enough to drive to Big Bend National Park.

Situated where the Rio Grande River takes a big southerly dip in West Texas, Big Bend National Park covers a massive expanse of desert, woodlands, and grasslands full of rivers, limestone canyons, and high mountains.

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Sun): examine the collection at Big Bend National Park - Fossil Bone Exhibit, then trek along Lost Mine Trail, then take in the awesome beauty at Chisos Mountains, and finally explore the stunning scenery at Boquillas Canyon. On the 22nd (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the stunning scenery at Tuff Canyon Trail, explore the stunning scenery at Santa Elena Canyon, then admire all the interesting features of Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Castolon Historic District.

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You can drive from Lubbock to Big Bend National Park in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and car. Traveling from Lubbock in July, things will get somewhat warmer in Big Bend National Park: highs are around 43°C and lows about 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) so you can drive to Fort Davis.

Fort Davis is a census-designated place (CDP) in Jeff Davis County, Texas, United States. Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Tue): contemplate the long history of Fort Davis National Historic Site, then admire the majestic nature at Davis Mountains State Park, then look and learn at McDonald Observatory, and finally take in nature's colorful creations at Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center & Botanical Gardens. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Balmorhea, admire the majestic nature at Balmorhea State Park, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Calera Chapel, and finally examine the collection at Marfa and Presidio County Museum.

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Drive from Big Bend National Park to Fort Davis in 3 hours. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Big Bend National Park in July; daily highs in Fort Davis reach 36°C and lows reach 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Wed) early enough to drive to Fredericksburg.

The city of Fredericksburg was settled by German immigrants in the mid-19th century, and has managed to retain its distinctly German charm.

On the 25th (Thu), admire the majestic nature at Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site, admire the majestic nature at Old Tunnel State Park, learn about winemaking at Grape Creek Vineyards on Main, then examine the collection at Pioneer Museum, and finally learn insider's secrets on a distillery tour. Keep things going the next day: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at The Coming King Sculpture Prayer Gardens, grab your bike and head to Kerrville River Trail, then explore the world behind art at The Museum of Western Art, and finally explore the activities along Medina River.

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Traveling by car from Fort Davis to Fredericksburg takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus; or do a combination of taxi, train, and bus. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Fort Davis in July: high temperatures in Fredericksburg hover around 39°C and lows are around 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to San Antonio.

As the state’s second largest city, San Antonio embodies Texas’ rich cultural heritage while maintaining the Old West charm of an oil town.

Get some cultural insight at Witte Museum and Briscoe Western Art Museum. Visiting Guadalupe River State Park and Cave Without a Name will get you outdoors. Explore San Antonio's surroundings by going to Frio Bat Flight Tours (in Concan), Horseback Riding Tours (in Bandera) and New Braunfels (Landa Park, Comal River, &more). Next up on the itinerary: find something for the whole family at Morgan's Wonderland, take an in-depth tour of Battle For Texas: The Experience, admire the masterpieces at McNay Art Museum, and don't miss a visit to Main Plaza.

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You can drive from Fredericksburg to San Antonio in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In July, daytime highs in San Antonio are 43°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Tue) early enough to drive to Rockport.

Rockport is a city in Aransas County, Texas, United States. Kick off your visit on the 31st (Wed): learn about all things military at Texas Maritime Museum, admire the majestic nature at Goose Island State Park, contemplate the long history of Fulton Mansion State Historic Site, then kick back and relax at Rockport Beach, and finally observe the fascinating underwater world at Aquarium at Rockport Harbor. On the next day, observe the fascinating underwater world at The University of Texas Marine Science Institute, then see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour, then identify plant and animal life at Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center, and finally go for a stroll along the water at Port Aransas Nature Preserve at Charlie's Pasture.

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Drive from San Antonio to Rockport in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from San Antonio in July: highs in Rockport hover around 38°C, while lows dip to 31°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Thu) so you can go by car to South Padre Island.

A vibrant resort town, South Padre Island sits on a barrier island of the same name, located just off the Texas Gulf Coast.

Take a break from the city and head to Laguna Madre Nature Trail and Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Iwo Jima Memorial & Museum and Isla Blanca Park. Explore South Padre Island's surroundings by going to Rio Grande Valley Premium Outlets (in Mercedes) and Gladys Porter Zoo (in Brownsville). There's much more to do: cast your line with a fishing tour, take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback, walk around Andy Bowie Park, and don't miss a visit to Largest Outdoor Sandcastle in the USA.

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Traveling by car from Rockport to South Padre Island takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus. In August, daily temperatures in South Padre Island can reach 37°C, while at night they dip to 30°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) to allow time to fly to Galveston.

An old colonial city and a busy cruise ship port less than an hour's drive from Houston, Galveston sits on Galveston Island and serves as a popular vacation destination for both domestic and international travelers.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at East End Historic District and Moody Mansion. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Murdochs and Galveston Island Brewing. Explore Galveston's surroundings by going to Bolivar Point Lighthouse (in Port Bolivar) and La Porte (Battleship Texas State Historic Site & San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site). Next up on the itinerary: admire the majestic nature at Galveston Island State Park, engage your brain at Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig & Museum, brush up on your military savvy at Galveston Naval Museum, and see what you can catch with a fishing tour.

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You can fly from South Padre Island to Galveston in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Expect a daytime high around 38°C in August, and nighttime lows around 31°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Wed) so you can drive to College Station.

College Station is a city in Brazos County, Texas, situated in East-Central Texas in the heart of the Brazos Valley, in the center of the region known as Texas Triangle. Kick off your visit on the 8th (Thu): test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, get engrossed in the history at Brazos Valley African American Museum, then get engrossed in the history at George Bush Presidential Library and Museum, then go for a walk through Bonfire Memorial, and finally head outdoors with Outdoor Activities. On the 9th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: see the interesting displays at Texas Prison Museum, then contemplate the long history of Barrington Living History Farm, then examine the collection at Blue Bell Creameries, and finally do a tasting at Messina Hof Winery.

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You can drive from Galveston to College Station in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus. When traveling from Galveston in August, plan for a bit warmer days and slightly colder nights in College Station: temperatures range from 41°C by day to 28°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Waco.

Sightseeing in Waco offers many possibilities in a medium-sized town on the Brazos River in central Texas.

Kick off your visit on the 10th (Sat): get to know the resident critters at Cameron Park Zoo, stop by Spice Village, then engage your brain at Mayborn Museum Complex, then examine the collection at Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum, and finally take in the views from Waco Suspension Bridge. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 11th (Sun): steep yourself in history at Old Fort Parker, enjoy the scholastic atmosphere at Baylor University, see the interesting displays at Waco Mammoth National Monument, then stroll around Cameron Park, and finally make a trip to Branch Davidian Memorial Park.

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Getting from College Station to Waco by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus. In August in Waco, expect temperatures between 41°C during the day and 27°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Burnet.

Burnet is a city in and the county seat of Burnet County, Texas, United States. On the 12th (Mon), explore the activities along Inks Lake State Park, then admire the majestic nature at Longhorn Cavern State Park, then take in the natural beauty of Krause Springs, and finally make a trip to Worlds Largest Spur. Keep things going the next day: take in the views from Beveridge Bridge, then admire nature's wide array of creatures at Topsey Exotic Ranch & Drive Thru Safari, then learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Exotic Resort Zoo, Inc., and finally admire the majestic nature at Pedernales Falls State Park.

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You can drive from Waco to Burnet in 2 hours. In August in Burnet, expect temperatures between 41°C during the day and 26°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Tue) so you can drive to Austin.

Despite its laid-back college vibe, Austin is an influential center for politics, technology, film, and music.

Take a break from the city and head to Palmetto State Park and Jacob's Well Natural Area. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Barton Creek Greenbelt and Museum of The Weird. Change things up with these side-trips from Austin: Blue Hole Regional Park (in Wimberley), Hamilton Pool Preserve (in Dripping Springs) and San Marcos (San Marcos River & San Marcos Premium Outlets). The adventure continues: explore the engaging exhibits at Thinkery, admire the natural beauty at Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, take a stroll through South Congress Avenue, and immerse yourself in nature at McKinney Falls State Park.

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You can drive from Burnet to Austin in 1.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 43°C in August, and nighttime lows around 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sun) so you can fly back home.