4 Star Places To Visit in McAllen, Texas, United States (14)

1. 4.5 Quinta Mazatlan (234 reviews)
   - Nice sanctuary in the middle of the city
   Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites
   
   
   Quinta Mazatlan is a historical Adobe mansion and nature and birding center located in McAllen, Texas. Our MissionThe urban sanctuary works to enrich people's lives by sharing knowledge about birds, plants, and environmental stewardship in South Texas.Our VisionQuinta Mazatlan, cherished locally and recognized internationally, is a sanctuary connecting people to the history, beauty and wonder of our natural world. See more..
   
2. 4.5 McAllen Convention Center (151 reviews)
   - One of the nicer convention centers
   Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Convention Centers
   
   
   Good walk around place. Plenty of shade. Bring a lunch and sit walk around. Was able to do a quick bike tour. Quiet and nice. Bike an ounce is the way to go. Restaurants and food close. See more..
   
3. 4.0 La Plaza Mall (132 reviews)
   - Great experience
   Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Shopping Malls
   
   
   La Plaza Mall is the premier shopping destination in the Rio Grande Valley and features over 1,200,000 square feet of upscale and mainstream retail space with retailers that include BCBGMAXAZRIA, Marciano, Michael Kors and Pandora, as well as more traditional retailers like Express, American Eagle Outfitters, Victoria’s Secret and Aéropostale. La Plaza Mall completed the expansion and renovation of its new food court, La Plaza Cafes. Eateries include Zushi, Green Leafs Beyond Great, Charley’s Subs and more. Conveniently situated at the intersection of 10th Street and Expressway 83, just 5 miles from the U.S. – Mexico border, La Plaza Mall is home to over 150 specialty retailers. See more..
   
4. 4.0 International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) (57 reviews)
   - Very Enjoyable Place to Visit
   Tuesday: Spent 1-2 hours Science Museums • Art Museums
   
   
   The International Museum of Art & Science is a Smithsonian Affiliate and fully accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. IMAS is the premier art and science museum of South Texas and contains over 50,000 square feet of exhibit space. The IMAS galleries host a number of revolving art and science exhibits each year. The museum provides a unique opportunity for visitors to participate in hands-on science exhibits and to learn about original works of art while encouraging creativity and innovation. The IMAS permanent collection includes more than 2,000 natural history and geology specimens and 4,500 folk art and textile objects. The 1,500 fine art works in the permanent collection reflect many countries and artistic movements beyond Mexico, dating from the 16th century to the present. Current Hours and Admission Rates ($1): http://theimasonline.org/ See more..
   
5. 4.0 McAllen Nature Center (41 reviews)
   - Great Place to walk
   Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas • Parks
   
   
   My wife and I were looking for a place to walk while we were in McAllen Texas and went to the McAllen Nature Center. It was a wonderful place to go for a walk. There were plenty of paths to walk, a playground for children, and lots of wildlife and nature to see and explore. If you're looking for a place to enjoy a walk at whatever pace you walk at, I would recommend the McAllen Nature Center. See more..
   
6. 4.0 Town Lake at Firemen's Park (34 reviews)
   - Small gem of McAllen
   Tuesday: 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Parks
   
   
   Solid park a small Gem of McAllen. Multiple use. Some BBQ pits. Walking sidewalks. Connected to bike trail. Connected to a food that has music on weekends. Bike boat rentals in summer. Yoga in summer. See more..
   
7. 4.0 17th Street Entertainment District (25 reviews)
   - Dine at Frida's or hear jazz on Thursday evenings.
   Neighborhoods
   
   
   An elegant LITTLE restaurant tucked into the 17th Street Arts District. See the artwork of Rubio....a great Mexican artist. Enjoy the special foods on the menu. See more..
   
8. 4.5 Klement's Grove (19 reviews)
   - really good place to buy fruit
   Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Farms
   
   
   Loved this place. The fruit was fantastic, and they had some free cut up fruit so you could sample and feel like you were getting the fruit you would like the best. See more..
   
9. 4.5 Trapped RGV Escape Rooms (17 reviews)
   - Cell Block X!
   Tuesday: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Escape Games
   
   
   Nice set up! We just barley made it out! We had kids with us and they enjoyed it just as much! 1 down..... 3 to go! We will be back See more..
   
10. 4.5 Nuevo Santander Gallery (14 reviews)
    - Nuevo Santander Gallery's Great!
    Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Art Galleries
    
    
    This was a very cool place to check out old west collectibles, paintings, and jewelry too! Found a really cute pair of silver earrings with ivy vine on them! The lady working at the museum, Amy, was a delight to talk with and even tipped us to a fantastic place for lunch down the street called Roosevelt's at 7! Thanks Amy! We loved it!! See more..
    
11. 4.5 The McAllen Heritage Center (13 reviews)
    - Educational, interesting, and free.
    History Museums
    
    
    If you are a history buff head on down to this center. Very educational, tells many stories, and if you are a tourist that enjoys the historicle side of things then this is the place for you. My wife brought me here and I actually enjoyed it, lol. Great place. See more..
    
12. 4.5 Cine El Rey (10 reviews)
    - Historic theater
    Movie Theaters
    
    
    McAllens historic movie theater, shows movies, comedians, plays, and many other events. Has been around for a long time and you can feel the history in the building when you step in. Go check this out. See more..
    
13. 4.5 McAllen's New Park & Spray Ground (9 reviews)
    - Fun In The Sun
    Parks
    
    
    Its a great place for the kids on hot days Unfortunately you need to get their super early because it gets super packed. See more..
    
14. 4.0 Mercado District (1 review)
    - Shops, food and drink under one roof out of the sun!
    Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Shopping Malls
    
    
    Mercado District is a vibrant food hall & marketplace featuring 80 independently owned Texas businesses under one roof including places to eat, drink, shop, work, and paint! Our centrally-located community celebrates and showcases the best chefs, crafters, and curators in the Valley, making it the place to be in McAllen. Enjoy live music on the weekends and join us for a couple of draft beers or a nice bottle of wine from the wine shop! See more..