McAllen Vacations, Tourism & Travel Information

Overview

This Texas border town is nestled in the beautiful Rio Grande Valley and is inhabited by some sensational seasonal visitors. Dozens of bird species migrate through McAllen every year, and the town offers multiple ways to catch a glimpse of them, from the World Birding Center to the Santa Ana National … Read more > This Texas border town is nestled in the beautiful Rio Grande Valley and is inhabited by some sensational seasonal visitors. Dozens of bird species migrate through McAllen every year, and the town offers multiple ways to catch a glimpse of them, from the World Birding Center to the Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge. If you're lucky, you just might spot the wild flocks of Red-Crowned parrots and Green parakeets that call McAllen home. The town's location near the Texas/Mexico border influences both the culture and cuisine of McAllen as well. McAllen is the place to get the most authentic and delicious Tex-Mex in the lone star state! Try Costa Messa for mouth-watering enchiladas and chile rellenos. If you're looking for something a little less country and a little more rock, take a detour to the neighboring town of Pharr, which is home to Smitty's Juke Box Museum and a cornucopia of thrift stores full of unique vintage duds.