McAllen International Airport 14 min
Westside Park and Field (10 min) The 37-acre green space houses a softball complex & playground, plus picnic areas & 4 BBQ pavilions. International Museum of Art & Science (19 min) Modern museum featuring a range of global artwork, hands-on science exhibits & educational programs. Quinta Mazatlan (13 min) Spanish-revival estate amid sprawling tropical gardens featuring over 250 species of birds. Mission Hike and Bike Trail (9 min) La Lomita Mission (9 min) Mission Historical Museum (5 min) McAllen Nature Center - (McAllen Parks & Recreation) (11 min) Popular with bird-watchers, this preserved green space has walking trails & a cactus garden. Veteran's War Memorial of Texas (11 min) War memorial Anzalduas Park (14 min) A natural 96-acre grassland park on the river known for its rich birdlife. National Butterfly Center (9 min) More than 200 species of wild butterflies in a 100-acre habitat with trails, gardens & a pavilion. Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park (11 min) Popular birding destination with a viewing tower, bird blinds, trails & a bilingual exhibit hall. Elephant Cigars & Lounge (8 min) Bannworth Park (13 min) In addition to a jogging trail & athletic fields, this low-key park offers a small pond & pier. Basilica Of Our Lady of San Juan del Valle - National Shrine (16 min) Basilica, church, and mariachi World Birding Center (12 min) Famed birding destination with viewing stations, towers & guidance for spotting hundreds of species. |