The George H. W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum offers a glimpse into a pivotal time in American history, complete with a replica of the Oval Office, a retired Marine One helicopter, and exhibits showcasing the Bush family’s legacy. For art aficionados, the Arts Council of the Brazos Valley offers a dynamic art gallery supporting local artists and showcasing rotating collections that range from fine art and photography to mixed media and experimental works. Just down the road, the Benz Gallery of Floral Art at Texas A&M keeps the enrichment coming with atrium-like display cases exhibiting exotic flowers to the delight of guests of all ages, while their fine art collection offers a glimpse of impressive creations from B.C. through present day. These and other points of interest can be found along the Brazos Valley Museum Trail, a collection dedicated to preserving the area’s rich history.

More lighthearted fun awaits at a wide variety of entertainment venues throughout the city, all greeting visitors with the genuine “Howdy Hospitality” College Station is known for. Guests can pick up an ax, take aim, and hurl to their heart’s content at The Cut, the city’s popular ax-throwing bar, or shoot for a hole-in-one on the undulating greens of PopStroke, where mini-golf means huge fun. Youngsters will love the chance to climb, play, and just be a kid at Wonderland Indoor Playground, where thrilling rides and colorful playgrounds await in a safe, air-conditioned space. A stroll through Century Square brings boutique shopping that includes everything from custom boots to the latest Aggies fan gear. Meanwhile, those eager to get outdoors will find no shortage of parks to hike, bike, or simply stroll through in the summer sun. From Bee Creek Park to Brian Backmann Community Park to the gardens around the George H. W. Bush Library, natural beauty abounds. Some areas, like Aggie Park, even feature live music on weekends and special events, especially during the school year.

Speaking of special events, summer in College Station is filled with festivals, gatherings, concerts, and more. The Troubadour Festival Golf Tournament takes place on May 16^th, followed the next day by the Troubadour Festival itself, a music-lover’s must-see, filling Aggie Park with legendary Americana artists performing live while 25+ of the state’s best pitmasters serve up signature dishes in search of being named the best of the best.

While its convenient location means you won’t need much fuel to reach College Station, you’re sure to want to fuel yourself up for the adventures you’ll have, and with so many amazing local restaurants, that’s never a concern. From 1775 Texas Pit BBQ to 1860 Italia, Aji Sushi to Burger Mojo, local chefs serve up delicious apps, entrees, sides, and drinks to suit anyone’s taste buds. Just be sure to stop by the legendary Dixie Chicken during your stay, and stick around for some exciting nightlife in the Historic Northgate District while you’re at it. When you’re having this much fun, there’s no reason to end the day early.

To discover all there is to see, do, and enjoy in College Station, Texas, this summer, and to plan your road trip to experience it all firsthand, head to VisitCollegeStation.com today.