Brownsville, Texas Travel Guide

Also see: South Padre Island

The southernmost city in Texas, Brownsville began as Fort Brown, positioned to identify the Rio Grande as the US boundary when Texas became a state. The establishment of the fort started the Mexican-American War.

Today Brownsville is the largest community in the Rio Grande Valley and a gateway into Mexico. The area is also a favorite with birders who come to have a look at the over 370 species who have been identified in the region.

Attractions, Sightseeing

Hotels

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Special Events

February Charro Days

October. October means two special events at the Gladys Porter Zoo. Zoofari, the zoo’s biggest fundraiser, will include a barbecue, auction, and live music. And at the end of the month, the zoo celebrates Halloween with a safe alternative to trick or treating, complete with 60 carnival games and even a haunted house.

October. Held at Dean Porter Park , the Gulf Shrimp Fiesta, shows why Brownsville has earned its title as the “Shrimp Capital of the World” with shrimp eating contests, cookoffs, and live music.

In-Depth Travel Articles

Brownsville for Groups

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For More Information:

• visit the Brownsville Convention and Visitors Bureau

Photo courtesy Brownsville CVB