Our Top 5 Best Texas Vacation Locations

The River Walk has tons of shops, restaurants and bars, plus a beautiful view of the San Antonio River. Of course, there are plenty of places to learn more about Texas history - the Alamo or Enchanted Springs Ranch. For a different way to spend the day, Schlitterbahn Water Park and Six Flags Fiesta Texas are there too! And if it is basketball season, the Spurs play plenty of home games each year.

The Live Music Capital of the World is home to several music festivals each year, including SXSW and ACL for all the music fans out there. Austin is also a major tour stop for many artists as they make their way through Texas. For those looking for a more historical trip, try visiting the capitol building or Barton Springs. The shopping scene in Austin focuses on the idea of "keeping it local." There are several large shopping regions in the area - The Domain and Second Street District. And for all the golfers, Austin has also been ranked among the highest for golf courses.

The Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers claim Arlington as home, making it a haven for sports fans. With Six Flags Over Texas and Hurricane Harbor, there are plenty of amusement options for the whole family. The University of Texas at Arlington has a state-of-the-art planetarium for public use. Regardless of your interests, Arlington has lots of options for you and your family.

Amarillo is a cultural hot spot in Texas. While you're there, make sure to schedule time to visit the botanical gardens, opera house and symphony concert. Additionally, there is a zoo, a brewery, museums and an amusement park for you to visit.

If you're looking for a fun trip to a small town, look no further than Shiner. It's the hometown of Shiner Bock, one of Texas' most famous beers. Tours of Spoetzl Brewery are available most days as are tours of other various places in town!