Harlingen, Texas is located in the south of Texas and is known as the capital of Rio Grande Valley and is also known as the 4th largest city in the Rio Grande Valley. There are a lot of fun and beautiful sights to visit in Harlingen. You should definitely pay a visit to Harlingen as the authentic Mexican cuisine is to die for! Contact Frontier Airlines Reservations to book tickets to Harlingen right away!
Downtown Harlingen
Spend an afternoon walking through the quiet streets of Downtown Harlingen. The historic district is full of quaint shops and restaurants working out of some of the oldest buildings in the city. The streets are tastefully decorated with murals and a row of palm trees. Downtown Harlingen inhabits many family-owned businesses including art galleries, antique shops, and cafes. On the weekends, Harlingen serves as a place for community events. Don’t forget to stop by Harlingen Farmers Market to meet with local artisans and vendors.
Rustlers
To get in the small-town spirit, you have to go to Rustlers. Rustlers is a chic country bar providing chilled drinks, and tempting food. Rustlers are open in time for a happy hour Wednesday all around the month. The bar has set a dress code, so check before heading out. You can finally wear those cowboy hats now!.
Carlito’s Wine House
If you want to go to a cozy place to chill with your friends and family then, Carlito’s Wine House is the place for you. The Wine house has a cozy vibe to it and is decorated with comfy couches, dim lights, and an aesthetic brick wall. They serve a variety of drinks and serve seasonal brewed beers as well. Weekdays at Carlito’s are not that crowded but definitely can expect a crowd on weekend nights.
Iwo Jima Memorial Museum
The Iwo Jima Memorial Museum is a museum at the Marine Military Campus which pays a tribute to the veterans and is dedicated to preserving the history and legacy of the World War II battle. The museum is open to the public and showcases photographs, memorabilia, and artifacts from the battle. The main attraction is a scenic representation of the Iwo Jima Monument on display at the Arlington National Cemetery. Veterans of the WWII battle are called to visit the museum and sign the logbook in the museum’s Hall of Fame.
Harlingen Arts and Heritage Museum
Harlingen Arts & Heritage Museum provides a rich insight into the history and culture of Rio Grande Valley and Texas. The museum campus has 5 buildings in total to wander through. It showcases art and cultures that change throughout the year. The museum is full of historical artifacts and historical structures from Harlingen’s early days. Tourists can come and see Harlingen-founder Lon C. Hill’s house, Harlingen’s first hospital and so much more.
Comics Unlimited
If you are a fan of Comic culture then you would find Comics Unlimited to be your best place to hangout in Harlingen. You will find everything you are looking for be it books, new releases, back issues, and collected editions of popular comic books and manga. They also have D&D tabletops and Magic the gathering. They sell collections of toys, statues, and even board games. People can also be a part of tournaments as they usually host a tournament every month and groups can casually play, so if you are traveling with your friends who are also comic lovers, you can play the tournament.
Harlingen Performing Arts Theatre
Harlingen Performing Arts Theatre is definitely a place to be to engage with the culture of Harlingen. They organized Rio Grande Valley’s premier community theatres and it also has a long history of quality performances and engagement in Harlingen. Usually people in Harlingen volunteer to at, sing, and dance in the shows. Several plays and shows are held throughout the year that the locals, as well as the tourists, also love to watch. Stop in the Harlingen theatre to watch friendly classics like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Seussical the Musical and discover local talent in a beautiful extravagant theatre of the city.
McKelvey Park
Mc Kelve park has a little more to offer than other parks. The park is maintained properly and can be visited for a relaxing evening outing. It has standard lawns, tables for picnics, and playgrounds for kids. SO if you are traveling with family, your kids will love to enjoy the park for hours. The scenic trail of the beautiful park is worth visiting firsthand as it runs along the Arroyo COlorado river, it is an amazing trail for walking, jogging, or even meditating. It can also be visited in the afternoon and witness the dusk, it surely makes a sight worth watching.
These are some places where you can stay In Harlingen
- Hampton Inn & Suites Harlingen
- Residence Inn by Marriott Harlingen
- Candlewood Suites Harlingen
- Courtyard Harlingen
- Best Western Casa Villa Suites
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