Things To Do
San Jacinto Plaza
Caddy-corner from The Plaza Hotel, San Jacinto Plaza has been a city landmark since 1858. The park was once famous for its live alligators in the center of the plaza, which has since been replaced with a sculpture that honors its unique history.
South El Paso Street
Just down the street from The Plaza Hotel, South El Paso Street feels like you’ve stepped across the border. It's full of colorful shops, authentic bites, and lively energy. This is a great area to explore and soak up El Paso's unique charm.
Lucchese Bootmaker (& Speakeasy!)
Stepping inside the flagship El Paso store, you’ll discover handcrafted boots made by artisans right in town, as well as Western-style apparel, leather goods, and accessories. Hidden within the store is a tequila-themed speakeasy! It is an intimate bar with a vintage feel, craft cocktails, and a no cell phone policy.
Franklin Mountains State Park
Franklin Mountains State Park overlooks the Rio Grande and offers miles of trails for hiking, biking, and exploring. Fun fact: it’s the largest urban state park in the U.S.
Transmountain Overlook
Transmountain Road provides another beautiful scenic view of El Paso and surrounding areas. This overlook sits at 6,000 feet above sea level.
El Paso Mexican American Cultural Center
The Mexican American Cultural Center is a brand-new downtown space celebrating Mexican-American art, food, and history. It’s one of the first centers of its kind in the U.S. and an easy stop for galleries, performances, and local culture.
L & J Cafe
If you need a spot for lunch after your flight, L&J Café is an El Paso staple! It’s right next to a graveyard, so don’t expect a great view, but do expect amazing authentic Mexican food.
Scenic Drive
Scenic Drive runs along the Franklin Mountains and offers amazing views of El Paso and Juárez. On Sundays, it’s closed to cars, making it the perfect spot for a walk with borderland views.
Southwest University Park
Southwest University Park is home to the El Paso Chihuahuas, our AAA baseball team for the San Diego Padres! While they’ll be away in Albuquerque that weekend, you can still walk by the beautiful ballpark downtown and check out where the Locomotive FC soccer team plays as well.
Taconeta
A local favorite for delicious, authentic street-style tacos made with blue corn tortillas from scratch!
Leo's Mexican Food Restaurant
Leo’s offers delicious Mexican food, festive ambience, and is conveniently located just down the street from the Fairfield Inn! This is a frequent Goldman go-to spot!
Charcoaler Drive-In
Charcoaler is a beloved El Paso staple dating back to 1961, known for its char-grilled burgers and nostalgic drive-in feel. Their special sauce (a BBQ/ketchup-like combo), onion rings, and green chile burgers are all must-tries! *Connor's favorite is the spicy guacamole bacon burger
Ardovino's Pizza
Same name as our wedding venue, but a different owner! This is a great lunch spot with multiple locations. Our favorites are the Garden Green Salad and the Four Seasons Pizza.
Ambar Restaurante
Located inside The Plaza Hotel, this restaurant offers delicious Mexican cuisine and is a great spot for brunch.
La Perla Rooftop Bar
Located on the top floor of The Plaza Hotel, La Perla Rooftop Bar is a fun spot for cocktails with beautiful rooftop views!
Hush Hush
A fun bar in downtown El Paso with views of Juárez!
Avila's Mexican Food
A beloved El Paso staple, Avila’s is another wonderful lunch option with delicious, authentic Mexican food.