Size wise the second largest state in the United States of America is Texas. It also happens to be the second most populous state right after California. It is also called the Lone Star State and is abbreviated as US TX, Tex or just TX. Its motto is friendship and in fact the word Texas itself means allies or friends.

Texas as a state has number of important cities and towns that are worth visiting. Let us get started with Houston. Houston has its own well known museums – Museum of Natural Science is both spectacular and an outstanding science museum. Then there is the Museum of Fine Arts that features regional art. Children’s Museum of Houston is an interactive platform for children to be educated about the history, culture, science and technology while being entertained. As per personal preferences visitors include the Houston Symphony, Houston Zoo, walking tours of the Houston Museum District and Minute Maid Park in their itineraries.

Then there is the delightful Dallas. The major crowd puller here is the Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Gardens that is beauty spread over 66 acres. The flower showers carry on pretty much all around the year. The George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum is a Bush Museum and highly recommended. Food tours including the chocolate tours are good choices for the foodies. Klyde Warren Park is a surprise for the kids in downtown. Perot Museum of Nature and Science offers an interactive experience with a mystery solving integrated into this tour. Dallas World Aquarium with exhibits from five continents is a visual treat.

Padre Island National Seashore is a fun place with options to boat, bicycle, bird watch, hunt, ride, picnic and enjoy water sports. Travelers to Texas who wish to holiday from overseas need to apply for suitable visa categories. Visa Waiver Program allows citizens of select countries to be exempted from this rule. They need to get ESTA visa authorization and then only book their tickets.

Austin has many places not be missed. These include State Capitol, the building along with the grounds are picturesque during day and night. Lady Bird Lake is so scenic that no matter if you hike or bike or kayak it feels great here. Sightseeing Tours like Double Decker Austin Tours and Austin Detours are convenient ways to check out this amazing place.

River Walk in San Antonio is a soothing and tranquil time walking past the fountains, waterfalls and gorgeous greens. San Antonio Western Shooting is a fun and education time where patient instructors help visitors pick up shooting in a safe way. Mission San Jose runs a short movie regarding its history and is free for visitors. The Majestic Theatre hosts variety of performances and the building itself is of historic importance.

Schlitterbahn Water park in New Braunfels is often rated as the best water park in the country. Moody Gardens is must visit when it hosts the annual Festival of Lights during year end.