Moon Texas: BBQ & Tex-Mex, Live Music & Line Dancing, Big Bend National Park (Moon U.S. Travel Guide)

From cowboy culture and mouthwatering Tex-Mex to music festivals and desert adventures, get to know the Lone Star State like a local with Austin’s Christina Garcia. Inside Moon Texas you’ll find:Strategic, flexible itineraries, like a week exploring the best of the state and shorter getaway ideas for each regionThe top local experiences: Boot-scoot in a historic dance hall, stroll the River Walk, or catch an up-and-coming musician at a live show in Austin. Get a glimpse of history at Alamo or the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza and learn all about NASA at Space Center Houston. Celebrate the state’s German heritage in the Hill Country, explore Marfa's contemporary art scene, and see the famous cattle drive in Fort WorthThe best local flavors: Dig in to heaping plates of BBQ brisket, savor Tex-Mex dishes like enchiladas or puffy tacos, and indulge in inventive fried foods at the State Fair of TexasOutdoor adventures: Hike the diverse ecosystems of Big Bend National Park and see a vast sky full of stars. Go tubing down the Guadalupe, bird-watch in the coastal wetlands of South Padre Island, or cool off in a natural swimming holeExpert advice from Austin local Christina Garcia on when to go, what to eat, and where to stay, from secluded campgrounds to hip hotelsFull-color photos and detailed maps throughoutCoverage of Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin and the Hill Country, San Antonio, Houston and Galveston, and Big Bend National ParkBackground information on the landscape, wildlife, and historyExperience the best of Texas with Moon.About Moon Travel Guides: At Moon Travel Guides, we believe in the power of travel to enrich lives. Our books are written by authors with local expertise, never by AI. Our authors prioritize independent businesses, outdoor recreation, and sustainable travel, so you can have a more meaningful trip. With Moon’s trusted, insider advice, you'll find impactful experiences that broaden your horizons, wherever your journey takes you. For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.  Read more