Temple

For fun family getaways and exciting lakeside adventures, look no further than Temple. This Central Texas city has it all: an interesting history, top-class performing arts, and a wide variety of attractions, all set on a beautiful backdrop of sloping hills and wide-open farm land. Temple’s enchanting scenery, small-town charm, and wealth of things to see and do makes it a compelling destination for just about any kind of traveler. Its location, just one hour north of Austin, means it’s a fantastic choice for those seeking a convenient weekend getaway.

Few places in Texas are tied to the advent of rail as Temple. In fact, if it weren’t for the establishment of Temple Junction along the Gulf, Colorado, and Santa Fe Railway in 1881, the town wouldn’t exist. The area now known as Temple was quickly settled after the junction was established. Within 20 years, more than 7,000 people called the town home, including a group of Czech immigrants. There are two places to visit to experience these two aspects of Temple’s history: the Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum and the Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center.

Nestled among the rolling hills of gorgeous Central Texas about an hour north of Austin, Salado is a great choice for romantic weekend getaways and family vacations. Salado, Texas is a creative village full of artists ready to share their knowledge and passion for the things they create. Learn how to blow glass, tour several art galleries, attend tastings at a local craft brewery, enjoy live music and the performing arts, and visit an internationally significant archaeological site.