Things To Do
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
The second largest canyon in the country! About 30 minutes from Amarillo. Explore the canyon by foot, mountain bike, horse or car. Camp, geocache, study nature or bird watch. During the summer, enjoy a performance of TEXAS Outdoor Musical. Check out the Lighthouse Trail, the most popular hiking trail in the park.
The Big Texan Steak Ranch & Brewery
A Texas staple famous for its 72 oz steak challenge! A Western-Saloon themed dining experience, with an on-site brewery and gift shop. Visitors can also enjoy the arcade, shooting gallery, and photo opportunities.
Slug Bug Ranch at The Big Texan
Newly relocated to Amarillo! Similar to Cadillac Ranch, but featuring half-buried, graffiti-covered VW Beetles, silos, and limos from The Big Texan fleet. Just a short walk from The Big Texan, it's free to visit and offers great photo ops - don't forget your spray paint!
Cadillac Ranch
Interactive roadside art installation featuring 10 classic Cadillacs buried nose-first in the dirt. Free and open to the public, visitors are encouraged to bring their own spray paint and add to the graffiti-covered cars! Quick, fun stop for photos with a small gift shop down the road.
U.S. Route 66 - Sixth Street Historic District
6th Street is a mile-long stretch of road originally belonging to Route 66, with antique shops, art galleries, cafes, restaurants and bars. Favorites include the Golden Light Café, Los Braceros Mexican Bar & Grill, The 806 Coffee + Lounge, and Aunt Eek's Books and Curiosities.
Downtown Nightlife - Polk Street
The heart of Amarillo’s nightlife, Polk Street is lined with bars, restaurants, and hotels. Whether you’re looking for craft cocktails, live music, or a late-night bite, this downtown strip has plenty to explore. A few favorites are Six Car, Crush, Lit Arcade Bar, and the hidden Speakeasy at The Barfield Hotel.
Wonderland Amusement Park
Amarillo's Wonderland Amusement Park has been serving up WOWs for more than 70 years! This family-owned theme park has something for everyone with exciting rides, fun games, great food, mini-golf, and more.
Where the Locals Eat
Some of Ali's favs! -Breakfast: Donut Stop, Ye Olde Pancake Station, Youngblood's Cafe, Hud's -Lunch: Bracero's, Malcolm's, Bagel Place, Coyote Bluff -Dinner: La Campana, Napoli's, Saigon Restaurant