ALL ATTRACTIONS
For a city its size, Tyler has a large number of quality attractions for visitors (and locals alike) to enjoy. A complete listing of all attractions is below. You may also view them by category by clicking on the above links. We hope you come see them in person soon!
NOTE: Unless otherwise stated, there is an admission fee to visit each attraction. Please visit the attraction's website, if available, for more information
| BALLET TYLER |
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4703 D.C. Drive Suite 105
PHONE: (903) 596-0224
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| Ballet Tyler is made up of 20 local dancers from East Texas aging from 11 to 20. The purpose of the Ballet Tyler is to provide opportunities for both dancers and East Texas audiences to experience the fine art of dance at the highest possible quality. This is accomplished through classroom instruction, special workshops, and reasonably-priced performances. Ballet Tyler helps provide scholarship assistance to deserving dancers for advanced studies. |
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| THE BONNER-WHITAKER MCCLENDON HOUSE |
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806 W Houston
PHONE: (903) 592-3533
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| One of the finest examples of Eastlake Bracketed Victorian Architecture remaining in East Texas. Guided tours depict Tyler's political and cultural history from post-Civil War. Birthplace of noted Washington D.C. news correspondent, Sarah McClendon. Also available for weddings and parties.
Tours available by appointment only. Please call at least 24 hours in advance. |
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| BROOKSHIRE'S WORLD OF WILDLIFE MUSEUM AND COUNTRY STORE |
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1600 WSW Loop 323
PHONE: (903) 534-2169
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| Features over 450 mounted examples of wildlife and a replica 1920's grocery store. Picnic and playground facilities available. FREE Admission. |
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| CALDWELL ZOO |
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2203 Martin Luther King Blvd.
PHONE: (903) 593-0121
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| More than 2000 animals from 250 species from Africa, North and South America live in natural habitats at the 85-acre park. The zoo includes a children's petting pen, two aquariums, picnic areas, a café that overlooks an African savannah and gift shops with original African items. The zoo also has seasonal presentations including: a bird show, alligator feedings, giraffe feedings, and elephant demonstrations. |
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| CAMP FORD HISTORICAL PARK |
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US Hwy 271, 0.8 miles north of Loop 323
PHONE: (903) 592-5993
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| Camp Ford was the largest Confederate Prisoner of War Camp west of the Mississippi River during the American Civil War. The site of the camp is now a public park, managed by the Smith County Historical Society. The park features a kiosk with extensive graphics detailing the history of the camp, a walking trail with interpretive signage, a reconstruction of a POW cabin, and picnic facilities. Open daily, dawn to dusk. FREE admission! |
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| CHEROKEE TRACE DRIVE THRU SAFARI PARK |
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1200 C.R. 4405 (Jacksonville, TX)
PHONE: (903) 683-3322
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| Nestled in the lush piney woods of East Texas, Cherokee Trace Drive Thru Safari Park is home to hundreds of exotic and endangered animals. These amazing animals thrive in an open habitat similar to their native territory. Enjoy a leisurely, self-guided drive through the hills and open savanna of the 300 acre preserve. From the comfort of your own vehicle, observe, feed and photograph these beautiful creatures. |
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| COTTON BELT DEPOT |
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210 E. Oakwood St. (downtown, 2 blocks Northeast of the Chamber of Commerce)
PHONE: (903) 533-8057
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| The Cotton Belt Depot was built in 1905 and began serving passengers on the Cotton Belt Line in 1907. Visitors are encouraged to take a look around and step back in time, remembering the thousands of travelers who passed through this historic structure in the early and mid-1900’s. In addition to touring this historic building, visitors can also enjoy The Bragg Model Train Collection on permanent display at the depot. FREE admission! |
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| COWAN CENTER |
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3900 University Boulevard (The University of Texas at Tyler campus)
PHONE: (903) 566-7424
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| The UT Tyler Cowan Fine & Performing Arts Center presents national and international touring arts and educational programming to enrich the cultural climate for the East Texas Region. Artists presented by the Cowan Center’s many series have included Bill Cosby, Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis, David Copperfield, Dance Theatre of Harlem, Lyle Lovett, Momix, Gregory Hines, Tim Conway and Harvey Korman, and Broadway shows Miss Saigon, Annie, Chicago, Cats, and Stomp. |
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| DEWBERRY PLANTATION |
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14007 FM 346W (Bullard, TX)
PHONE: (903) 825-9000
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| Myrtle-Vale and the surrounding gardens can be rented for weddings, receptions, private parties, tented functions or general meetings. Please call for prices. Food service can be catered. Located immediately west of the mansion, the site can accommodate over 250 people with all of the charm, ambiance and a glimpse into the life and times of Antebellum East Texas. Listed on the National Register of Historic Landmarks, the house is the oldest two-story structure in Smith County. Guided tours take visitors back to the era of an 1850's Southern plantation. |
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| THE DISCOVERY SCIENCE PLACE |
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308 N. Broadway
PHONE: (903) 533-8011
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| Hands-on family fun for kids of all ages. View bats in the bat cave, trigger an earthquake into motion under your feet, snake your way through mysterious tunnels and explore the depths of a limestone cavern. Investigate the bones of "Big Ethel", the triceratops dinosaur. The Discovery Science Place offers three exhibit halls where kids of all ages are free to move around and explore. So, come be a kid again! |
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| EAST TEXAS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA |
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522 S. Broadway Ave, Ste 101
PHONE: (903) 526-3876
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| Conducted and directed by Per Brevig, whose repertoire runs the gamut from Renaissance to contemporary music. The ETSO strives to bring classical music to a broader segment of our community with their Masterworks Season, a series of five concerts, and their Young People’s Series. |
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| FIRE MOUNTAIN AMUSEMENTS |
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14662 Hwy 155 South
PHONE: (903) 561-2670
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| Great Fun for the entire family! Featuring: Go-Karts, Bumper Boats, Video & Redemption Arcade and Miniature Golf. FREE Admission - Rides & Attractions Individually Priced |
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| GOODMAN MUSEUM |
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624 N. Broadway
PHONE: (903) 531-1286
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| A delight for antique lovers and historians, this Tyler landmark brings the past to life with original furnishings, photographs and memorabilia dating from the mid-1800's. FREE Admission! |
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| HARROLD'S MODEL TRAIN MUSEUM |
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8103 US Hwy 271 N
PHONE: (903) 531-9404
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| 1200 pieces of rolling stock on more than 300 feet of track. 1100 trains in lighted showcases. |
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| HISTORIC AVIATION MEMORIAL MUSEUM |
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150 Airport Drive (1/2 mile south of Hwy 64 West on Airport Drive, within old airline terminal)
PHONE: (903) 526-1945
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| An incredible display of historic aircraft and aviation memorabilia as a tribute to pioneers of flight. Advanced reservations needed for group tours. |
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| HUDNALL PLANETARIUM |
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1200 S. Mahon
PHONE: (903) 510-2312
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| Multimedia presentations and "star parties" make for great family fun. Open by appointment only. |
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| KIEPERSOL WINERY |
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3933 FM 344 E (Bullard)
PHONE: (903) 894-8995
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| Kiepersol Estates Winery is nestled in a beautiful 33-acre vineyard hand-planted in April 1998 and May 1999. Kiepersol's first vinatge was in 2000 and continues to grow in acclaim as well as production. Visitors are invited for wine tastings, tours of the winemaking process, and to relax on the veranda overlooking the expansive vista of the vineyard. Available for private parties. |
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| LOS PINOS RANCH VINEYARDS |
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658 County Road 1334 (Pittsburg)
PHONE: (903) 855-1769
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| A small winery founded by the Sneed family upon leaving southern California for a new life in Texas. The main aim of the winery is to produce premium wines from Texas grapes, grown in Los Pinos’ vineyards or purchased from other small local growers. At Los Pinos there is an unhurried approach to life, and every guest becomes a member of our “Big Italian Winery Family.” The tasting room has a relaxing old world ambiance where wine lovers can leisurely share some of our tapas and a glass of wine. Every month there is a themed event that includes fine live music, flamboyant and romantic dinners, and dancing. |
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| LOUVINEY CELLARS & BISTRO |
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111 East Broadway (Winnsboro)
PHONE: (903) 342-0485
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| LouViney Vineyards & Winery LLC was established and bonded as a Texas Winery in 2005 by Susann Briggs, Nancy Briggs, and Susan Jones. It is the first commercial winery in Wood County. The name "LouViney" is our mother's nickname given to her by her grandfather. She came from a large family in West Texas. The family spent many years working side-by-side farming cotton. Today, she inspires us to work hard side-by-side to reach our goals and live our dreams. We now live our dreams farming grapes and making wine. We hope that you will enjoy this wine with your friends and families as we have with ours. Visit us at our locations in Mineola and Winnsboro, Texas. |
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| MAYDELLE COUNTRY WINES |
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175 CR 2108 (Rusk)
PHONE: (903) 795-3915
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| Maydelle Country Wines is a small winery in the heart of East Texas, on the tracks of the Texas State Railroad. We have a delightful balance of wines produced from local fruit and Texas grapes as well. We produce, bottle, cellar and sell from our little place in the country. Our award-winning Grapefruit Wine has a unique taste of its own, and our Creole Blush received the People’s Choice Award at Spring Fest 2006. We offer free wine tastings and tours, and are kid-friendly, with wooden trains, root beer on tap and friendly cats. |
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| MOORE FARMS |
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22142 County Road 181, Hwy 344 W (Bullard, TX)
PHONE: (903) 894-1030
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| 300 acres west of Bullard, owned and operated by 5th generation of Newburn decendants. Moore Farm's goal is to educate the public about agriculture and farm life as well as market organic produce and homemade Texas goods. Fun Family Programs include Fall hay rides, full Farm pass, Corny Maze Craze, The Pumpkin Package, Farm Camp, fresh cut flowers, subscription farming service. |
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| ROSELAND PLANTATION |
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2601 State Hwy 64W (Ben Wheeler, TX)
PHONE: (903) 849-5553
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| Roseland Plantation is a registered Texas State Historical Landmark. It encompases a wedding chapel, ballroom and bed and breakfast made available for weddings and parties. The grand antebellum home was built in 1854 by Burwell Hambrick and was a cotton plantation that encompassed 3,000 acres. Mr. Hambrick built the first cotton gin in Van Zandt County. For many years it served as a stagecoach stop. Tours daily - minimum of four by appointment only. |
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| SMITH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY'S MUSEUM & ARCHIVES |
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125 S. College
PHONE: (903) 592-5993
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| Included in the National Register of Historic Places, the 1904 Carnegie Library building today serves as the Society's museum and archives. Exhibits feature artifacts reflecting Smith County's historic, social and economic culture, including the Indian, Republic of Texas, Civil War and 20th Century eras. Photographs and publications are available for purchase. FREE admission! |
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| SWEET DREAMS WINERY |
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2549 ACR 441 (Palestine)
PHONE: (903) 549-2027
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| Wine tasting every Saturday. Large covered porch and tasting room. Wine in the traditions of times past. Blackberry Grape, Peach Blackberry, Muscadine, Wine, Wild Mustang Grape, Blue Moon (Blueberry), Elmwood Blush (mixed Muscadine), Bumble Bee Kiss (Honey Raspberry), Strawberry, Honey Bear, Summer Daze (mixed Berry)
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| TEXAS EQUESTRIAN CENTER |
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14396 C.R. 411
PHONE: (903) 882-0877
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| Located on 45 beautiful rolling East Texas acres, you and your horse can enjoy some time together. Boarding, training, showing and trail riding are available. Visitors welcome but please call ahead. |
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| TEXAS ROSE HORSE PARK |
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14078 State Hwy 110 N (Conveniently located off IH 20, exit 548, take HWY 110 South to our entrance)
PHONE: (903) 881-0348
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| Texas Rose Horse Park is more than another equestrian center. with state of the art amenities, spacious barns and expertly designed grounds Texas Rose Horse Park was created with the rider and horse in mind. Texas Rose Horse Park amenities include 45 RV hookups, dump station, security cameras with webcasting, 17 acre fishing lake, trailer parking, exhibitor parking, concessions, three professionally designed barns and 5 all weather arenas all located on 1,700 beautiful East Texas acres. Come and experience a new level of quality, comfort and convenience. |
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| THE TEXAS STATE RAILROAD |
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Park Road 70, Hwy 84 East, Palestine, TX
PHONE: (888) 987-2461
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| This historic train offers both steam and diesel excursions that travel through the scenic piney woods and hardwood creek bottoms of East Texas where rolling hills, nature and wildlife abound. Passengers may board excursion trains at either the Rusk (Park Road 70, Hwy 84 East, Palestine, TX) or Palestine (Park Road 76, Hwy 84 East, Palestine, TX) depots where southern hospitality is the norm |
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| TIGER CREEK WILDLIFE REFUGE |
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17544 HWY. 14
PHONE: (903) 858-1008
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| Tiger Creek Wildlife Refuge is an "Incorporated Animal Shelter" for the big cats. Tiger Creek provides rescue and rehabilitation of big cats that have been abused, neglected, or displaced. Tiger Creek provides a place for these great cats to live the remainder of their lives without threats in a stress-free environment that caters to the well being of the cats. |
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| TYLER MUNICIPAL ROSE GARDEN |
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1900 W. Front
PHONE: (903) 531-1212
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| Fourteen acres and 400 rose varieties testify to Tyler's standing as "America's Rose Capital". To view a wonderfully informative page about the Rose Garden, please click here. FREE Admission. |
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| TYLER MUSEUM OF ART |
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1300 South Mahon Ave. (Adjacent to Tyler Junior College)
PHONE: (903) 595-1001
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| “Come Discover a Texas Treasure”. The Tyler Museum of Art is a wonderful destination for people seeking a dynamic, culturally-enriching experience in the visual arts. From its 700-piece permanent collection to a remarkable array of traveling exhibitions, the TMA is recognized as a major attraction for both tourists and local visitors. The Tyler Museum of Art’s permanent collection focuses on early and modern Texas artists, but has also been the recipient of several noted private collections. |
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| TYLER ROSE MUSEUM |
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420 Rose Park Drive
PHONE: (903) 597-3130
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| A spectacular display of memorabilia and items related to Tyler's rose-growing industry and the Texas Rose Festival. |
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| TYLER SKATEPLEX |
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7922 South Broadway
PHONE: (903) 939-3330
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| Tyler Skateplex has the largest skating floor in the country. Over 22,000 square feet of maple and an additional 6,000 square feet skate park gives skaters over 28,000 sq ft to skate on. The rink itself is nearly 1 acre under roof. |
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| TYLER STATE PARK |
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789 Park Road 16 (FM 14 North)
PHONE: (903) 597-5338
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| Fishing, camping, boating,swimming, hiking, canoe and paddleboat rental. 985 acre park around a spring-fed lake, which was home of the Texas State record of a 14.5 pound Big Mouth Bass! |
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