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Breathtaking sunsets, lush forests, abundant natural resources and culture-- Beaumont offers unlimited possibilities. Known as the Museum Capital of Texas, the city boasts 19 museums and a sprawling shopping district filled with eclectic and unique boutiques. Rich with Cajun influence and Texas hospitality, delicious food is always in season in Beaumont. Taste spicy Cajun seafood, savory Tex-Mex and sweet 'n smoky East Texas barbecue. Be sure that you two-step on down to the Crockett Street Entertainment District for a host of live music, food, and entertainment at some of Beaumont’s legendary hotspots!
Step back in time to witness Beaumont’s rich oil heritage at the Spindletop Gladys City Boomtown Museum where you’ll see the world’s only working replica gusher blow water hundreds of feet into an indigo sky. Follow the amazing story of energy on our Black Gold Trail. Tour the Texas Energy Museum and experience the fascinating world of oil exploration and refining. Discover the enchanted world of privilege and elegance on a guided tour of through the historic McFaddin-Ward House Museum and marvel at the bounty of Spindletop. Historic churches, stunning stained glass windows, inspiring faith and devotion are part of Beaumont’s Faith Trail. Visitors are invited to tour unique and historic places of worship including St. Anthony's Cathedral Basilica, which has been granted Minor Basilica status by Pope Benedict XVI!
Lose yourself in the beauty and serenity of nature. The Big Thicket National Preserve, a 100,000-acre International Biosphere Reserve draws wildlife enthusiasts, scientists and birders. You can canoe Village creek, or board The Cardinal and feel the wind in your hair while you relax and take in the abundant wildlife on the Neches River. Beaumont is minutes from the Louisiana border just up the coast from Mexico so we have the best of Texas with a twist of Louisiana-Cajun. Call for a free copy of our Beaumont Visitors Guide at 1-866-822-0245, or visit www.BeaumontCVB.com and start planning your next trip to Beaumont!
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