10 TOP Things to Do in East Texas March 2026

Loved this place. Absolutely tons to see. Bring bug spray, the mosquitoes will attack you!

Another beautiful day here! Taken near the pavilion.

Hughes Landing Boardwalk in The Woodlands, Texas April 23, 2017.

Strip center with a Buffalo Wild Wings and others.

Places to Visit in East Texas

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What to do in East Texas

Discover the most popular places to visit in East Texas

Caddo Lake State Park

You can take time to visit Caddo Lake State Park during your travels to Karnack. Wander the riverfront and forests in this relaxing area.

Lake Livingston State Park

You can take time to visit Lake Livingston State Park during your travels to West Livingston. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the cafes.

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor

A visit to this water park is a great way for the family to beat the heat in summer.

Pier at Lake Tyler on Cloudy Day in Rural East Texas

Tyler State Park

You can take time to visit Tyler State Park during your travels to Tyler. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Market Street

During your trip to The Woodlands, you can do some window-shopping at Market Street. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

MD Anderson Cancer Center

If MD Anderson Cancer Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of The Woodlands.

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion

After visiting Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in The Woodlands. Discover the great live music and shops in this family-friendly area.

First Monday Trade Days

During your visit to Canton, you can search for that perfect souvenir at First Monday Trade Days. Discover the area's countryside and monuments.

Stephen F. Austin State University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Stephen F. Austin State University during your trip to Nacogdoches. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Fishing pier at a neighborhood pond in Conroe, TX

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 Bentwater Marina and Lake Conroe.

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.

McGovern Garden Falls in Houston Hermann Park. Texas, USA

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.

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.

Night landscape building in Woodlands area, Houston, Texas

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.

The Waterway District

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

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