San Angelo

Approximately 93,000 people call San Angelo in Big Bend Region home.

Austin, the state capital, is situated about 180 miles (290 kilometers) southeast of San Angelo, while San Antonio is 180 miles (290 kilometers) to the southeast.

Sunset Mall is the perfect place to head to if you enjoy shopping and watching the world go by. This is a bustling attraction packed with fashion, accessories, fresh produce and great places to eat.

In this artistic city there are a handful of interesting museums, such as the San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts, where art and history lovers can browse local collections. For those who love galleries and art museums, head here to relax and learn about art throughout the ages.

Santa Fe East Park is among the most cherished natural escapes around the city. It is one of those special places where families, students, office workers and the elderly congregate to enjoy the fresh air and greenery.

The San Angelo’s regions historic defense structures are a fascinating and sometimes sobering window into the city’s sometimes blood-soaked past. Despite its rather formidable exterior, the Fort Concho National Historic Landmark is today a welcoming place, perfect for reflecting on the fortitude of this city’s past citizens.

It doesn't matter how many attractions you’ve managed to squeeze into your schedule, no vacation in San Angelo is complete until you’ve checked out the Angelo State University Planetarium.