What to do In Brownsville, TX
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Bay Fishing South Padre Island
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Private Sunset Cruise South Padre Island
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Port Brownsville Half-Day Boat Tour
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Eco and Dolphin Watch Tour of South Padre Island
Places To Go In Brownsville
Welcome, traveler, to Brownsville. Your journey has landed you here, and new adventures are calling your name. Now that you’ve arrived, you can stay in the safety and comfort of your hotel and watch the world spin past…or you can embrace this new place you’ve come to. Learn its streets. Meet its people. Learn its history. Your hand is already on the doorknob, isn’t it?
Things to Do in Brownsville
You’ll not be wanting for things to do in Brownsville. Explore the downtown area in search of museums and boutiques…or that next delicious meal. What tickles your fancy? A delectable five-course supper at the restaurant you’ve been hearing about? Or perhaps you’d rather read the paper while sipping hot coffee at one of the cafes scattered throughout town. Take in a show at the theatre, or just walk along down the main thoroughfare, watching people wander past.
Why spend hours ruminating over what to do in Brownsville? Let the possibilities wash over you as you explore this new region. Move out on foot and get to know the area on a more personal level. Find that perfect souvenir at one of the smaller shops, or reinvent your entire artistic aesthetic at your new favorite gallery.
Is the wind whispering suggestions in your mind? Rent a car and take it out beyond city limits and into the wild blue yonder. Explore the smaller cities and towns past the border, and get to know the stories behind them. Visit a county fair and let childhood memories wash over you as cotton candy melts in your mouth. Sample hand-made jam at a stop on a forgotten highway, or let the hustle and bustle of modern life sweep you away as you lose yourself in the organized chaos of a modern metropolis. Your choices are endless—and so are the adventures to come.
When you book your journey with Travelocity, you’re never far from Brownsville attractions. After all, the money you save when you plan a trip with us is best spent along the way. Whether it’s the roar of the city you crave, or the quiet solitude that comes with a simpler getaway, everything you need to get started is right here.
Popular places to visit
Boca Chica State Park
You can take time to visit Boca Chica State Park during your travels to Brownsville. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
University of Texas at Brownsville
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of Texas at Brownsville, during your travels in Brownsville. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Gladys Porter Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Gladys Porter Zoo during your trip to Brownsville. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area, or seek out the golf courses.
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