McAllen International Airport 11 min
Veteran's War Memorial of Texas (8 min) War memorial Quinta Mazatlan (11 min) Spanish-revival estate amid sprawling tropical gardens featuring over 250 species of birds. National Butterfly Center (14 min) More than 200 species of wild butterflies in a 100-acre habitat with trails, gardens & a pavilion. McAllen Nature Center - (McAllen Parks & Recreation) (5 min) Popular with bird-watchers, this preserved green space has walking trails & a cactus garden. Elephant Cigars & Lounge (6 min) Museum of South Texas History (21 min) This spacious, landmark museum offers history exhibits on the Rio Grande Valley & surrounding areas. Westside Park and Field (8 min) The 37-acre green space houses a softball complex & playground, plus picnic areas & 4 BBQ pavilions. McAllen Heritage Center (13 min) Small museum with exhibits on McAllen history & works by local artists, plus a gift shop. Basilica Of Our Lady of San Juan del Valle - National Shrine (14 min) Basilica, church, and mariachi Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park (17 min) Popular birding destination with a viewing tower, bird blinds, trails & a bilingual exhibit hall. Mission Hike and Bike Trail (12 min) Mission Historical Museum (10 min) Airport Park (7 min) International Museum of Art & Science (15 min) Modern museum featuring a range of global artwork, hands-on science exhibits & educational programs. Bannworth Park (6 min) In addition to a jogging trail & athletic fields, this low-key park offers a small pond & pier. |