Things to Do in Beaumont

A fun-loving city just minutes from the coast and Louisiana casinos, Beaumont, Texas has plenty of fun things to do to please any traveler! Hold a baby alligator or kayak the Neches River. Learn about the history of the Lone Star State at a huge collection of world-class museums in Beaumont. With so many fun things to do, you'll have to extend your trip to Beaumont just to fit it all in!

Take a step back in time and learn about Beaumont's role in the American oil industry at dozens of museums in the Beaumont area. From the Texas Energy Museum to the Spindletop/Gladys City Boomtown Museum, experience the Lucas Gusher that turned Beaumont into a major boomtown for petroleum companies. But the fun doesn't stop there! Beaumont has a variety of museums that cater to art enthusiasts, history buffs and nature lovers alike.

When it comes to area attractions, Beaumont has something for everyone! Looking for a relaxing vacation? Beaumont has plenty of day spas to help you unwind and pamper yourself. Beaumont's ecotourism gives you the chance to get in touch with nature through parks, nature preserves and campgrounds that preserve the Texas wilderness. Don't miss the amazing botanical gardens of Shangri-La, and come face-to-face with a live alligator at Gator Country. You can even get up close to that rare bird species on a Beaumont birding expedition!

If your idea of a birding expedition involves birdies and eagles, Beaumont has plenty of golf courses where you can test your skills and swing for that hole-in-one. If you prefer to press your luck indoors, Beaumont is conveniently-located to several casinos that offer plenty of ways to play.

From monumental museums to amazing attractions, Beaumont has something for everyone! With so many things to do, you're sure to experience why Beaumont is Texas... with a little something extra!