Amarillo Travel Guide

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 Amarillo has more to offer that we could spend time for 


Con

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 Jobs are a little slow to find but they are out there 


In a nutshell

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 More than Warm Summers Cold Winters 

 

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Things to Do  

Cadillac Ranch

Cadillac Ranch, Amarillo

 9 Reviews  The Cadillac Ranch was a huge disappointment. From photos going back about forty years, I was expecting a pink Cadillac or two. What exists now is a lot of graffiti-covered junk. All the original paint is gone, and some of the cars have been vandalized. I hate to say it is a reflection of the way... 

Palo Duro Canyon

Palo Duro Canyon, Amarillo

 3 Reviews  The guide you obtain when you enter Palo Duro Canyon informs that the park consists of 18,438 acres in Randall and Armstrong Counties, encompassing a formation which is about 120 miles long and 600' to 1000' feet deep. It was formed less than a million years ago when the Prairie Dog Town Fork of the... 

Quarter Horse Museum

Quarter Horse Museum, Amarillo

 2 Reviews  The American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum is a hidden gem of Western art in the Texas Panhandle. The moment you approach, you are greeted by the beautiful, larger-than-life bronze statues of history-making American Quarter Horses Rugged Lark and Refrigerator. Visitors can spend time... 

American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum

American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum, Amarillo

 2 Reviews  This museum is either recently renovated or newly constructed. All of the exhibits are in like-new condition. The lower level has hands-on areas for children and adults alike to learn about horses in general and American Quarter horses in particular. The upper level have various memorabilia covering... 

Shortgrass Country Museum

Shortgrass Country Museum, Amarillo

 1 Review  The Shortgrass Country Museum is located is SAYRE's Old Rock Island Depot, 106 E. Street. The depot is perhaps Sayre's most important historical landmark; were it not for the train, Sayre might never have been born. 

Downtown

Downtown, Amarillo

 BruceDunning Says:  The downtown is dead for the most part. It has the Santa Fe building and one other high tower structure, but the rest are vacant, or barely occupied buildings. Historic Polk district is just south of town, and is not much to speak about; but do drive by 

Kwahadi Indian Museum

Kwahadi Indian Museum, Amarillo

 BruceDunning Says:  It is located to the far eastern section of town, and on the frontage road; across from the visitor center. it was not open when I was there, and is said to be open Wed-Sunday form 1-5PM. Charge is $5. It states it has some art works and artifacts. 

Botanical Garden

Botanical Garden, Amarillo

 BruceDunning Says:  This is a nice, but a bit small facility; yet again good for the city to view. Fee to enter may be $3, but sometimes it is free. There is a main building that is administrative, and the hot house holding the tropical vegetation. 

Hotels  

Days Inn East Amarillo

 1 Review and 63 Opinions  The hotel was easy to find and the price was right. We needed a one night stay and a clean room, and... 

Ambassador Hotel

 2 Reviews and 208 Opinions  Spent the weekend at Ambassador- Amarillo recently and the staff was outstanding during our stay -... 

Restaurants  

Hud's: Food for Sit Down

Hud's: Food for Sit Down, Amarillo

 BruceDunning Says:  This is local fast food place that features basic and staple food types. Prices are very reasonable and serves burgers, breakfasts, chicken fried steak, and more. The burgers are great, especially for the price ranges; $1.50-4.00. 

The Big Texan: The big steaks

The Big Texan: The big steaks, Amarillo

 BruceDunning Says:  The steak I had at 32 ounces was one of the best tasting I have eaten in years. All of the steaks are quality and the other food also good quality and plentiful. Also along with the plates of food is baked potato, salad, and breads. The steak was $22 for what I ordered and... 

Nightlife  

Nightlife is predominantly...

Nightlife is predominantly..., Amarillo

 Boozoo Says:  Nightlife is predominantly Country music related although there are a few clubs that are pop music. I've been away from that scene for a long time but the Caravan club on Paramount was always a big spot for some good two-steppin'. Hats and boots! 

Transportation  

Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport

Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport, Amarillo

 der_geograf Says:  In 2003, Amarillo International Airport (code: AMA) was renamed for native Amarilloan Rick Husband, a NASA astronaut who was killed when the Space Shuttle Columbia disintegrated in the skies of Texas and Louisiana on Feb. 1, 2003. Husband was the mission's commander. (Read... 

Amarillo by Car

Amarillo by Car, Amarillo

 ATXtraveler Says:  If you are looking for tips on taking your car, Amarillo is very easy. Just pack up and go.From Dallas and Fort Worth, take Highway 287 North, 350 miles or so.From Albuquerque, head east on I-40 all the way, 260 miles or so.From Denver, I-25 South to Highway 87 South.From... 

Shopping  

Top Notch Treasures: Funky Christian Shop in Amarillo

Top Notch Treasures: Funky Christian Shop in Amarillo, Amarillo

 rspence1270 Says:  If you are looking for a unique shooping experience, go to Top Notch Treasures. They offer custom painted furniture/art, Christian gifts & seasonal home decor. It is attached to Top Notch Transmissions. The staff is very nice & helpful. *Custom painted furniture*Floral... 

Cavender's Boot City #34: Cowboy Fashions in Amarillo

Cavender's Boot City  #34: Cowboy Fashions in Amarillo, Amarillo

 atufft Says:  We had missed the opportunity to shop for Texas boots where they are made--El Paso--so we took the opportunity to see what we could find in the cowboy outpost of Amarillo. Cavender's #34 off I-40. I bought a pair of brown ostrich skin boots with all leather soles and no... 

Tourist Traps  

You can't drive through...

You can't drive through..., Amarillo

 Boozoo Says:  You can't drive through Amarillo on I-40 without seeing the Big Texan steak house. It's definitely a tourist trap, but if you're just passing through, it will make for a pretty good memory with lots of photograph opportunities outside. You might even get to see someone... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Palo Duro Canyon-Lighthouse trail

Palo Duro Canyon-Lighthouse trail, Amarillo

 BruceDunning Says:  This is the most difficult trail and it is 6 miles round trip. Many people attempt to get to the top at 400 feet, but the last leg of the climb is too much for the average person; a lot of rock/boulders to get over and steep path. 

Palo Duro CAnyon

Palo Duro CAnyon, Amarillo

 BruceDunning Says:  This is a wonderful terrain located about 30 miles south of US 40 highway. There is a road that goes in a circle for 10-12 miles around the canyon valley. Along the route are hiking trails, of which one is moderately difficult and the others are easy. The most difficult is... 

Favorites  

finally in the Wild Wild West!

finally in the Wild Wild West!, Amarillo

 richiecdisc Says:   The night before had been far better than our Little Rock excursion the previous day. Oklahoma City had proved more inviting and interesting than its Arkansas cousin. The best part was that even though we had another four hours to drive after we left Oklahoma City, we got... 

Show me the way...

Show me the way..., Amarillo

 sourbugger Says:  Amarillo was a small town that has been well known in the UK for a long time, mainly due to song that was originally sung by Tony Christie. In 2005 it was re-worked (well mimed) by the comedian Peter Kaye with a host of celebrities in support. The lyrics are as below, join... 

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