What to do in East Texas, TX

Activities, attractions and tours

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Splashtown which includes a water park
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Photo provided by Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau

East Texas Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that East Texas has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to East Texas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to East Texas with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in East Texas

East Texas is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in East Texas, and make it a breeze to explore East Texas and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in East Texas to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to East Texas, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in East Texas.

East Texas attractions

East Texas has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in East Texas to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of East Texas.

Looking for things to do in East Texas can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of East Texas or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to East Texas attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!

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What to do in East Texas


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Walden on Lake Conroe

While Walden on Lake Conroe may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lake Conroe and Bentwater Marina.

Walden on Lake Conroe
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April Sound

While April Sound may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Little Lake Conroe and Rushing Springs Lake.

April Sound
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Woodlands Town Center

The ample dining options and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to Woodlands Town Center. A stop by Market Street or Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion might round out your trip.

Woodlands Town Center
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Seven Coves

While Seven Coves may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Seven Coves Marina and Harbour Town Marina.

Seven Coves
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Grogan's Mill

Grogan's Mill might not have many top sights, but The Woodlands Golf Resort and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Grogan's Mill
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The Waterway District

While visiting The Waterway District, you might make a stop by sights like Woodlands Mall and Market Street.

The Waterway District

 

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