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My go to places while visiting west Texas. From my little town Slaton to Amarillo and surrounding towns. You’ll love it here!

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Here are some great places to visit from restaurants to family getaways. Or even a quick getaway to see great things in west Texas ❤️
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Go to places to visit here in Lubbock and slaton area

Slaton and Lubbock area must see!!!
 
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Arandas is the best Mexican and authentic. Their chicken delight is just to die for! The taste is out of this world. One of the many that I get.
THE BEST 10 RESTAURANTS in ARANDAS, JALISCO, MEXICO
 
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You won’t be disappointed here. Great service and great food. And big plates full of great choices!! Try the carne guisada. One that I always get with fresh tortillas. During the week they have great options for the meal of the day.
Casa de Miguel - Slaton, TX
 
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You like home cooked meals? This place is amazing. Locally owned. If you’re ever in town you must try this restaurant!!
JJs Cafe in Slaton, Texas
 
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Sweets, sweets and more sweets!!! They also sell these locally in your grocery store. They are amazing!!!!
Slaton Bakery Thumbprint Cookies
 
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Wanna unwind? Want to sit outside and have dinner or even a couple of drinks? This is the place!! Live music, great food and drinks. Must try when you’re in town!!
Texas 1809
 
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Come visit a side of historic side of slaton. The 1912 Slaton Harvey House is an historic one-of-a-kind bed and breakfast, event center, and railroad museum. Come by and visit
Slaton Harvey House
 
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Come visit and see a little bit of history of Lubbock Texas. Check the website for tours and many more. Facebook link: 🔗 https://www.facebook.com/share/1BRCCW54MP/?mibextid=wwXIfr
National Ranching Heritage Center
 
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Request a tour with American windmill here in Lubbock Texas. The American Windmill Museum is a powerful educational experience for all ages!
American Windmill Museum
 
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Family owned business. Somewhere I take my kiddos to have a little fun with Lego’s and differently variety of toys. They loved it here!!
My Small Slaton - Meine Kleinstadt
 
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In west Texas?? Come visit some memorable sites. You won’t regret it
Sites to Visit - Slaton, Texas Tour
 
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Wanna go camping, maybe go see some bands, even fishing or to take a dive. This is your go to place.
Buffalo Springs Lake
 
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If you're into visiting different places other than Lubbock or Slaton then go to Groom Tx, where the largest cross of the western hemisphere is at. You will love it. The story that it tells is very touching. I left crying from here.
Largest Cross in the Western Hemisphere in Groom, Texas
 
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While in Amarillo go out to eat at the Big Texan and maybe do the steak challenge..It is such a great place to eat, the food is fantastic. You definitely won't be disappointed.
The Big Texan Steak Ranch & Brewery
 
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Looking for a great place to eat in Lubbock Tx, then try TripAdvisor. There are so many to mention that i personally tried but ill definitely be putting them<3
THE 10 BEST Restaurants in Lubbock ... - Tripadvisor
 
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When I tell you that the steak is to die for, it will melt in your mouth. With a salad bar that is amazing, and the owner is such a sweet man. He knows us and our boys. This is definitely a Restuarant you need to try here in Lubbock Texas<3
Bryan's Steaks

Wanna have some Funtime with the kiddos here are some amazing places.

From games to the drive in, to seeing the animals. Even threw in some site seeing places you will enjoy.
 
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Take the kiddos to splash pads while visiting Lubbock. They will love it. Picnic areas so you can sit back and watch the kids have fun
Splash Pads - City of Lubbock, Texas - Departments | Parks & Recreation
 
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Want to go to the drive in?? 50s cafe and 3 screens, each screen show 2 movies. My favorite place to go with the kids
Stars & Stripes Lubbock: Home
 
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Science spectrum is the place!! The kids will enjoy. A lot of sensory toys AND an Omni theater that will not disappoint. Definitely a learning experience
Science Spectrum & OMNI Theater
 
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If you wanna take the kids to the park and watch some ducks. This is the place i go. Big and so much to do.
Maxey Park - 2401 Quaker Ave, Lubbock, Texas
 
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In town for the holidays. Take the kiddos to see Mr and Mrs Santa and see the lights and decorations. Get your hot cocoa!
News | Santa Land - Mackenzie Park - City of Lubbock, Texas
 
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If you’re in town during the week of September 20th visit the fair. Great food! Rides and everything in the sun!!
Panhandle South Plains Fairgrounds
 
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1 hr away from Lubbock is the Abilene zoo. The kids were really enjoyed this and so many animals. It’s a beautiful zoo that you can take your family when you’re visiting in Lubbock.
Abilene Zoo
 
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Looking for an exciting place to take the kiddos. Take them to adventure park. My kids loved yours will too!!
Adventure Park
 
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How about a 3hr drive to the amusement park in Amarillo? This is place is great and the family would really enjoy it<3
Wonderland Amusement Park