Harlingen Attractions

Located near the southern tip of Texas, Harlingen (pop. 59,500) is popular for it's subtropical climate. The area produces a variety of crops and is also known as a hot spot for birder's. The town features the annual Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival each November.

Iwo Jima Memorial Museum

On display is the original model of the bronze statue at Arlington National Cemetery, created by Felix W de Weldon. There is also a visitor center with information on WWII, including a short video.

Rio Grande Valley Museum

The museum features exhibits on the cultural and natural history of the area with permanent and changing exhibits.

Address

Rio Grande Valley Museum
Boxwood Street & Raintree Street
Harlingen, TX 78550
United States

Phone 1 (956) 430-8500

Fax 1 (956) 430-8502

Rio Hondo - Texas Air Museum, Texas

(Near Harlingen)

The museum displays a variety of aircraft and aviation exhibits, including World War I, World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and agricultural aircraft.

Address

Texas Air Museum
Box 70
Rio Hondo, TX 78583-9706
United States

Phone 1 (956) 748-2112

Fax 1 (956) 748-3500

Facilities

Gift shop

Weslaco, Texas

(Near Harlingen)

Weslaco (pop. 28,500) is a popular winter destination for Texans. The town is also in a prime citrus, vegetable and cotton producing area. Of note in the town is the 1928 city hall.

Weslaco - Weslaco Bicultural Museum

The museum features displays on the history of the Hispanic settlers.