Brownsville, TX Attractions
Brownsville, the most southerly town in Texas, is connected with the Caribbean by a 17 mi. long channel. The American-Mexican War began here on May 8th 1846, as is documented on the Palo Alto Battlefield National Historic Site; and the last battle of the Civil War was fought on the Pallmitto Ranch Battlefield on May 12th and 13th 1865.
Within easy reach of Brownsville, beyond the Rio Grande, is the Mexican town of Matamoros.
Within easy reach of Brownsville, beyond the Rio Grande, is the Mexican town of Matamoros.
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South Padre Island, Texas
(Near Brownsville)
The resort town of South Padre Island is located on a long stretch of beach which draws tourists year round.
Gladys Porter Zoo
The Gladys Porter Zoo has plants, mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes and invertebrates from most major ecosystems.
All values are in United States Dollars
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
| Adult | $ 9.50 |
| Senior over 65 | $ 8.00 |
| Child 13 & under | $ 6.50 |
| Child 2 & under | FREE |
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
Restaurant or food service
Historic Museum
The Historic Brownsville Museum, built in 1928, offers displays on the history of the town, including items from the Mexican American War.
Historic Brownsville Museum
641 East Madison Street
Brownsville, TX 78520-6071
United States
641 East Madison Street
Brownsville, TX 78520-6071
United States
Phone 1 (956) 548-1313
Fax 1 (956) 548-1391
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 14:00 |
Facilities
Gift shop
Palo Alto Battlefield National Historic Site
The first battle, of a two year war, between Mexico and the U.S. was fought here. The site provides information from both countries to reflect their views.
Palo Alto Battlefield National Historic Site
1623 Central Boulevard, Rm 213
Brownsville, TX 78520-8326
United States
1623 Central Boulevard, Rm 213
Brownsville, TX 78520-8326
United States
Phone 1 (956) 541-2785
Fax 1 (956) 541-6356
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Rio Grande Valley Wing Flying Museum
The Rio Grande Valley Wing Flying Museum features a variety of World War II military aircraft, uniforms and models, as well as antique vehicles.
All values are in United States Dollars
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 | Closed |
| Close | 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
| Adult | $ 6.00 |
| Senior over 55 | $ 5.00 |
| Child 18 & under | $ 3.00 |
| Child 11 & under | FREE |
Stillman House Museum
The Stillman House was built in 1850 by the town's founder, Charles Stillman. The collection includes furniture, heirlooms, books, coins, and pictures.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 15:00 |
| Close | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 |
| Open | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
