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Luling, Texas Travel Guide
Luling is well-known as a Texas oil town. Discovered in 1922, fields pumping this "black gold" can be seen throughout the area. Even before its oil field days, Luling had a reputation as a tough Texas town, one frequented by gunslingers like John Wesley Hardin and Ben Thompson. Called "the toughest town in Texas," the town was also a cattle center and the end of a railroad line to Chihuahua, Mexico. When oil was discovered, the town's economy switched to that profitable industry. Today nearly 200 pumps continue working within the city limits. The Chamber of Commerce has commissioned an artist to transform several pump jacks into moving sculptures in the shapes of cartoon characters. Attractions Francis-Ainsworth House. This 1894 historic home can be seen on tours conducted by the Daughters of the Republic of Texas. The home is filled with period antiques and is open on Thursday and Saturday afternoons. Located in the 200 block of South Pecan Street. Central Texas Oil Patch Museum and Luling Chamber of Commerce. We really enjoyed this museum, located adjacent to the Chamber office; for a small town (free, donations) museum, it's very well done. Learn more about Luling's oil business, staring with Rafael Rios No. 1 (an oil field 12 miles long and two miles wide) and pick up information from the Chamber. Located at 421 Davis Street. World's Largest Watermelon. OK, it's not really a watermelon but the painted water tower. (There are two water towers in town; you'll want the one on the east side. Just look up...you can't miss it.)
Luling Hotels Hotels & motels in Luling Find special rates on hotels in Luling through our booking partner, IHSAdvantage. We selected this booking company because we found they offer the largest number and variety of Texas properties. Where to Eat Festivals Luling Watermelon Thump, late June For More Information: visit the Luling Chamber of Commerce
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