Darren’s guidebook
Sightseeing
If you are staying in Canyon, the PPHM is a must see! It is great for kids and adults. The PPHM is the largest historical museum in the state of Texas, and covers 500 million years of the Texas Panhandle's history. Dinosaurs, cowboys and Indians, an old west town, classic cars, art, and a huge petroleum exhibit.
84 locals recommend
Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum
2503 4th AveIf you are staying in Canyon, the PPHM is a must see! It is great for kids and adults. The PPHM is the largest historical museum in the state of Texas, and covers 500 million years of the Texas Panhandle's history. Dinosaurs, cowboys and Indians, an old west town, classic cars, art, and a huge petroleum exhibit.
The "Grand Canyon of Texas" is a short 15 minute drive from Memaw's House.
208 locals recommend
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
11450 State Hwy Park Rd 5The "Grand Canyon of Texas" is a short 15 minute drive from Memaw's House.
If you are going through Amarillo, it is a cool place to stop for a few minutes. Bring a can of spray paint and make your own contribution to this work of abstract art!
139 locals recommend
Cadillac Ranch
13651 I-40 Frontage RdIf you are going through Amarillo, it is a cool place to stop for a few minutes. Bring a can of spray paint and make your own contribution to this work of abstract art!
The Texas Outdoor Musical is the highlight to any trip to Canyon. The show has the greatest backdrop (the rim of Palo Duro Canyon), and is great for young and old. There is also a West Texas Thunderstorm, and fireworks during the show!
27 locals recommend
TEXAS Outdoor Musical
11450 State Hwy Park Rd 5The Texas Outdoor Musical is the highlight to any trip to Canyon. The show has the greatest backdrop (the rim of Palo Duro Canyon), and is great for young and old. There is also a West Texas Thunderstorm, and fireworks during the show!
For horse lovers and equestrians, a visit to the AQHA is well worth the time!
44 locals recommend
American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum
2601 E I-40For horse lovers and equestrians, a visit to the AQHA is well worth the time!
Minutes away from Memaw's House on highway 60! Best of all, doesn't cost a dime!!
8 locals recommend
Tex Randall Statue
1400 N 3rd AveMinutes away from Memaw's House on highway 60! Best of all, doesn't cost a dime!!
Canyon Aqua Park
1900 12th AveNewer water park, with affordable rates!
Food scene
The taste of Texas!
A short 5 minute drive on Interstate 27 North. If you want an awesome chicken fried steak, this is the place to go!! (I like the green chili chicken fried steak). They also have great ribeye steaks and burgers.
18 locals recommend
Green Chile Willy's
13651 I-27A short 5 minute drive on Interstate 27 North. If you want an awesome chicken fried steak, this is the place to go!! (I like the green chili chicken fried steak). They also have great ribeye steaks and burgers.
Located next door to Memaw's House!! Fresh cinnamon rolls available when ordered the day before!!
Palo Duro Bakery
505 Harrell LaneLocated next door to Memaw's House!! Fresh cinnamon rolls available when ordered the day before!!