Jason & Liz’s Local Guidebook
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A cute little town (10 miles away) with a Walmart and an assortment of restaurants and fast food.
10 locals recommend
Lindale
A cute little town (10 miles away) with a Walmart and an assortment of restaurants and fast food.
Van
A quaint little town ( 5 miles away) with a grocery store and a few restaurants and fast food.
A large city (25 miles away) with lots of activities, restaurants and fast food.
28 locals recommend
Tyler
A large city (25 miles away) with lots of activities, restaurants and fast food.
A beautiful old fashion downtown (12 miles), train station, cute shops, antique stores and restaurants
24 locals recommend
Mineola
A beautiful old fashion downtown (12 miles), train station, cute shops, antique stores and restaurants
Activities
An assortment of fun things to do!
A large fishing lake surrounded by a walking path, restrooms, playground, soccer and baseball fields.
Faulkner Park
21206 US-69A large fishing lake surrounded by a walking path, restrooms, playground, soccer and baseball fields.
Movie Theater, Bowling Alley, Laser Tag, Video Arcade, Wood Fired Pizza, Coffee Bar...
13 locals recommend
Times Square Grand Slam
5201 S Broadway AveMovie Theater, Bowling Alley, Laser Tag, Video Arcade, Wood Fired Pizza, Coffee Bar...
A unique and fun activity for Families and Groups. Your group has 60 minutes to solve the puzzle and escape a themed room!
7 locals recommend
Escapology Escape Rooms Tyler
8958 S Broadway AveA unique and fun activity for Families and Groups. Your group has 60 minutes to solve the puzzle and escape a themed room!
A family friendly water park with 5 different areas from toddler to adventure seeker!
31 locals recommend
Splash Kingdom Waterpark
18814 I-20A family friendly water park with 5 different areas from toddler to adventure seeker!
Great place to watch a new release and eat Pub Food favorites while reclining in a big leather chair
21 locals recommend
Studio Movie Grill (Tyler)
8954 S Broadway AveGreat place to watch a new release and eat Pub Food favorites while reclining in a big leather chair
Van City Park
A FREE splash pad and playground for the kids!
This FREE Spash Pad and and Playground are located in Blackberry Square on a rolling 23 acres, The Park is located in the heart of Lindale’s Cannery District. Ideal for large outdoor concerts and festivals, this sprawling space includes an open-air stage area, restrooms, parking, and plenty of room for vendor tents and more.
202 Cannery Row
202 Cannery RowThis FREE Spash Pad and and Playground are located in Blackberry Square on a rolling 23 acres, The Park is located in the heart of Lindale’s Cannery District. Ideal for large outdoor concerts and festivals, this sprawling space includes an open-air stage area, restrooms, parking, and plenty of room for vendor tents and more.
Lake Fork
World renowned bass fishing lake!
A beautiful zoo with a large assortment of lions, tigers and bears! Nice cafe for link too!
60 locals recommend
Caldwell Zoo
2203 W Martin Luther King Jr BlvdA beautiful zoo with a large assortment of lions, tigers and bears! Nice cafe for link too!
Yesterland Farm
15410 I-20Great place to celebrate the holidays with your kids!
Tyler State Park
789 Park Rd 16Great place to hike, picnic, kayak, fish and swim!
Eats & Drinks
Some of our favorite places to EAT.
Old fashion diner, great burgers & break fast. The Hubcap Burger with a kick does not disappoint!
Dinner Bell
202 West Main StreetOld fashion diner, great burgers & break fast. The Hubcap Burger with a kick does not disappoint!
Live Music, great pizza, impressive and unique dinner menu, full service bar.
22 locals recommend
The Forge
1610 FM279Live Music, great pizza, impressive and unique dinner menu, full service bar.
The Journey Coffee House
14877 Van HwyFresh brewed espresso, baked goods, cold drinks
Great burgers! Don't miss the Onion Rings and the Potato Skin Nachos!
7 locals recommend
Petty's Steak & Catfish
309 N Main StGreat burgers! Don't miss the Onion Rings and the Potato Skin Nachos!
Tapatio's Grill Chicken
614 East Valentine StreetAmazing rotisserie chicken and salsa bar. Burgers to street tacos!
Brisket Love Barbecue & Icehouse
15338 FM 849Great BBQ and often live entertainment!
Italian Garden
Sight Seeing
Cool Places to see on your visit
An old cannery that has been turned into a local event center. Check out their website for scheduled events.
Pickers Pavilion
205 E North StAn old cannery that has been turned into a local event center. Check out their website for scheduled events.
Food scene
Great old fashion candy store! Observation windows let you peak into the past as they fresh make a wonderful assortment of tasty treats!
13 locals recommend
Lindale Candy Company
113 W Hubbard StGreat old fashion candy store! Observation windows let you peak into the past as they fresh make a wonderful assortment of tasty treats!
Valle Della Pace Vineyards & Winery
17840 TX-110A local Vineyard that hosts regular tasting events.
Traveler advice
Book before you go
Upward Treehouse
Make sure to book your stay in advance at the Upward Treehouse. An amazing treetop getaway located in Garden Valley Texas. Visit upwardtreehouse.com for more details!
Book before you go
Moon Honey Treehouse
Make sure to book your stay in advance at Moon Honey Treehouse. An romantic treetop getaway for couples located in Garden Valley Texas. Perfect for Honeymoons, Anniversaries , Birthdays and Holidays!