Sightseeing
Make sure to take quarters if you want to look through the tower viewers. Great views even without it.
127 locals recommend
Scenic Drive - Overlook
Scenic DriveMake sure to take quarters if you want to look through the tower viewers. Great views even without it.
El Paso’s oldest operating high school is also known as Lady On The Hill for it’s beautiful architecture. It was built by famous architect Henry C. Trost. Must drive by it and it’s up the road!
El Paso High School
800 East Schuster AvenueEl Paso’s oldest operating high school is also known as Lady On The Hill for it’s beautiful architecture. It was built by famous architect Henry C. Trost. Must drive by it and it’s up the road!
A fiberglass sculpture by Luis Jiménez honoring the city’s colorful past, when real alligators graced San Jacinto Plaza sits in the center of downtown. This historic park is located in the heart of downtown El Paso on the corner of Oregon and Mills St. Recently redesigned, the park is now home to paths and bridges, gaming areas for ping-pong, chess, and washoes and a café that features a variety of local snack time favorites. This urban open space celebrates the history and culture of El Paso and is ideal for gatherings small or large.
65 locals recommend
San Jacinto Plaza
114 W Mills AveA fiberglass sculpture by Luis Jiménez honoring the city’s colorful past, when real alligators graced San Jacinto Plaza sits in the center of downtown. This historic park is located in the heart of downtown El Paso on the corner of Oregon and Mills St. Recently redesigned, the park is now home to paths and bridges, gaming areas for ping-pong, chess, and washoes and a café that features a variety of local snack time favorites. This urban open space celebrates the history and culture of El Paso and is ideal for gatherings small or large.
The historic site is located approximately 32 miles (51 km) northeast of central El Paso, Texas, accessible via El Paso's Montana Avenue (U.S. Route 62/U.S. Route 180), by turning at RM 2775. The park consists of three syenite (a weak form of granite) mountains; it is 860 acres (350 ha) in area[3] and is popular for recreation such as birdwatching and bouldering. It is culturally and spiritually significant to many Native Americans. This significance is partially manifested in the pictographs (rock paintings) that can be found throughout the region, many of which are thousands of years old.
71 locals recommend
Hueco Tanks State Historic Site
6900 Hueco Tanks Road No. 1The historic site is located approximately 32 miles (51 km) northeast of central El Paso, Texas, accessible via El Paso's Montana Avenue (U.S. Route 62/U.S. Route 180), by turning at RM 2775. The park consists of three syenite (a weak form of granite) mountains; it is 860 acres (350 ha) in area[3] and is popular for recreation such as birdwatching and bouldering. It is culturally and spiritually significant to many Native Americans. This significance is partially manifested in the pictographs (rock paintings) that can be found throughout the region, many of which are thousands of years old.
Franklin Mountains State Park is a Texas state park in El Paso, Texas, in the United States. Park headquarters are located at an elevation of 5,426 feet with the highest peak reaching 7,192 feet. It is one of the largest urban parks in the nation lying completely within city limits, covering 24,247.56 acres.
114 locals recommend
Franklin Mountains State Park
Tom Mays Park Access RoadFranklin Mountains State Park is a Texas state park in El Paso, Texas, in the United States. Park headquarters are located at an elevation of 5,426 feet with the highest peak reaching 7,192 feet. It is one of the largest urban parks in the nation lying completely within city limits, covering 24,247.56 acres.
Nestled in the Franklin Mountains, the amphitheatre showcases the natural Southwestern beauty with breathtaking views and gorgeous landscapes. Check out their website for available shows. https://elpasolive.com/venues/mckelligon-canyon-amphitheatre
43 locals recommend
McKelligon Canyon Run
2357-2571 McKelligon Canyon RdNestled in the Franklin Mountains, the amphitheatre showcases the natural Southwestern beauty with breathtaking views and gorgeous landscapes. Check out their website for available shows. https://elpasolive.com/venues/mckelligon-canyon-amphitheatre
Memorial Park is one of El Paso's largest community parks, and is well kept, vast, green, and serene (daytime, summer). It is centrally located in Manhattan Heights. This park offers trails, lighted softball field, tennis courts, playground & a swimming pool.
31 locals recommend
Memorial Park
1701 N Copia StMemorial Park is one of El Paso's largest community parks, and is well kept, vast, green, and serene (daytime, summer). It is centrally located in Manhattan Heights. This park offers trails, lighted softball field, tennis courts, playground & a swimming pool.
This 19-room adobe homestead was constructed in 1875 in Territorial style and boasts three wings, each constructed in different periods. Built for one of El Paso's leading families, the house features original furnishings, textiles, and photos, along with many fine paintings and splendid mid-Victorian décor.
15 locals recommend
Magoffin Home State Historic Site
1120 Magoffin AveThis 19-room adobe homestead was constructed in 1875 in Territorial style and boasts three wings, each constructed in different periods. Built for one of El Paso's leading families, the house features original furnishings, textiles, and photos, along with many fine paintings and splendid mid-Victorian décor.
Art Gallery
The Hal Marcus Gallery exhibits many border artists along with notable names. Great place to experience local art.
Hal Marcus Gallery
1308 North Oregon StreetExperience a new culture. Explore a new perspective. Unbound by borders, discover the world of art. Admission is free. Always.
66 locals recommend
El Paso Museum of Art
1 Arts Festival PlazaExperience a new culture. Explore a new perspective. Unbound by borders, discover the world of art. Admission is free. Always.
Food scene
One of our favorite Mexican Food restaurants and it’s across Concordia Cemetery is a burial ground in El Paso, Texas. It is known for the being the burial place of several gunslingers and old west lawmen. One of which is John Wesley Hardin.
103 locals recommend
L & J Cafe
3622 E Missouri AveOne of our favorite Mexican Food restaurants and it’s across Concordia Cemetery is a burial ground in El Paso, Texas. It is known for the being the burial place of several gunslingers and old west lawmen. One of which is John Wesley Hardin.
El Paso’s most famous Mexican Food restaurant is a must try. Make sure to get an Uber if you decide to try their Texas sized margarita! Both food and Margaritas are delicious!
35 locals recommend
Los Bandidos De Carlos & Mickey's
1310 Magruder StEl Paso’s most famous Mexican Food restaurant is a must try. Make sure to get an Uber if you decide to try their Texas sized margarita! Both food and Margaritas are delicious!
Deadbeach Brewery makes El Paso quality craft beer for those that love beer. They are El Paso born and raised, dedicated to our fair city and our craft.
27 locals recommend
Deadbeach Brewery
3200 Durango StDeadbeach Brewery makes El Paso quality craft beer for those that love beer. They are El Paso born and raised, dedicated to our fair city and our craft.
locally owned and operated since 1948 and considered to be an El Paso staple.
22 locals recommend
The Italian Kitchen
2923 Pershing Drlocally owned and operated since 1948 and considered to be an El Paso staple.
Immerse yourself in flavors of Mexican cuisine at Ambar Restaurante located in the lobby level of The Plaza Hotel Pioneer Park, downtown El Paso Tx.
16 locals recommend
Ambar Restaurante
106 W Mills AveImmerse yourself in flavors of Mexican cuisine at Ambar Restaurante located in the lobby level of The Plaza Hotel Pioneer Park, downtown El Paso Tx.
Salt + Honey Bakery Cafe
1125 N Piedras StAll Day Breakfast + Lunch.
Classic Mexican plates with a twist. One of our favorite restaurants for great tacos and great margaritas. Try the Jaimaca Margarita!
30 locals recommend
Taconeta
311 Montana AvenueClassic Mexican plates with a twist. One of our favorite restaurants for great tacos and great margaritas. Try the Jaimaca Margarita!
1/8 Pizza Pub is an urban bar located in central El Paso. Enjoy craft beer, wine, specialty drinks & delicious food; signature entrees. We love it here.
29 locals recommend
1/8 Pizza Pub
830 N Piedras St 1/8 Pizza Pub is an urban bar located in central El Paso. Enjoy craft beer, wine, specialty drinks & delicious food; signature entrees. We love it here.
Great place to enjoy wine, salads, sandwiches, and cheeseboards. It’s also a market so you can pick up and go or enjoy there. Great staff too. We love it!
Pilon
2430 North Mesa StreetGreat place to enjoy wine, salads, sandwiches, and cheeseboards. It’s also a market so you can pick up and go or enjoy there. Great staff too. We love it!
Old Sheepdog Brewery is a nano brewery located in the heart of El Paso by Lincoln Park.
9 locals recommend
Old Sheepdog Brewery
3900 Rosa AveOld Sheepdog Brewery is a nano brewery located in the heart of El Paso by Lincoln Park.
Minor League Baseball
The El Paso Chihuahuas are a Minor League Baseball team of the Triple-A West and the Triple-A affiliate of the San Diego Padres. They are located in El Paso, Texas, and play their home games at Southwest University Park, which opened in 2014.
The El Paso Chihuahuas are a Minor League Baseball team of the Triple-A West and the Triple-A affiliate of the San Diego Padres. They are located in El Paso, Texas, and play their home games at Southwest University Park, which opened in 2014. Check schedule here.
https://www.milb.com/el-paso
37 locals recommend
El Paso Chihuahuas
1 Ballpark PlazaThe El Paso Chihuahuas are a Minor League Baseball team of the Triple-A West and the Triple-A affiliate of the San Diego Padres. They are located in El Paso, Texas, and play their home games at Southwest University Park, which opened in 2014. Check schedule here.
https://www.milb.com/el-paso
Wineries
La Viña Winery is an American winery in La Union, New Mexico. It was established in 1977 and is the oldest continuously running winery in New Mexico. The drive on Lou Henson hwy, is beautiful as you pass acres off pecan farms.
12 locals recommend
La Vina Winery, Inc.
4201 NM-28La Viña Winery is an American winery in La Union, New Mexico. It was established in 1977 and is the oldest continuously running winery in New Mexico. The drive on Lou Henson hwy, is beautiful as you pass acres off pecan farms.
Sombra Antigua Winery is a family owned and operated vineyard and winery on Hwy 28 near Chamberino, New Mexico. Grapes planted in the vineyard include Albariño, Barbera, Montepulciano, Tempranillo, Dolcetto and the vineyard’s signature grape, Malbec.
7 locals recommend
Sombra Antigua Vineyard and Winery
430 La Vina RdSombra Antigua Winery is a family owned and operated vineyard and winery on Hwy 28 near Chamberino, New Mexico. Grapes planted in the vineyard include Albariño, Barbera, Montepulciano, Tempranillo, Dolcetto and the vineyard’s signature grape, Malbec.
Situated in the valley of the Rio Grande, the back road of Highway 28 leads visitors to locally owned and operated Zin Valle Vineyards, El Paso’s only vineyard and winery. They offer several different varietals from their estate vineyards as well as wines from California and Europe
9 locals recommend
Zin Valle Vineyards
7315 Canutillo-La Union RdSituated in the valley of the Rio Grande, the back road of Highway 28 leads visitors to locally owned and operated Zin Valle Vineyards, El Paso’s only vineyard and winery. They offer several different varietals from their estate vineyards as well as wines from California and Europe
Grocery Stores
Albertsons
3100 N Mesa St3100 N. Mesa 79902 is the closest grocery store.
This is another grocery store that is close by and has lots of Mexican product.
Vista Quality Market Piedras
3116 N Piedras StThis is another grocery store that is close by and has lots of Mexican product.
Sprouts is health food store that is priced decent. Not too far either.
7 locals recommend
Sprouts Farmers Market
655 Sunland Park DrSprouts is health food store that is priced decent. Not too far either.
Traveler advice
Don't miss
El Paso’s Official Guide Book
https://user-2fmf1sr.cld.bz/El-Paso-Visitors-Guide-2021
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El Paso’s Hiking and Bike Trails
Here is a link to some of our best hiking and biking trails. https://www.alltrails.com/us/texas/el-paso
Customs and culture
Bilingual Speaking Community
You will find out lovely city had a lot of Mexican influence so most people speak both languages. Some people are spanish heavy.