Palestine - Texas - United States. Guide & Hotel Reservations from Cheap Hotels

The charming city of Palestine, Texas, is nestled in the pine clad hills of the eastern part of the state. The mix of the historic and modern buildings shows that this is a progressive city. With over 1800 historic sites, this will provide the history buff with the ultimate vacation. Choose from bed and breakfast establishments, hotels or cottages when you start your search for accommodations. With cuisine from all over the world and some of the best tea in the country, your palette will thank you when you choose any of the restaurants in this city.

The Museum for East Texas Culture is regarded as a national landmark and is a must see on any itinerary. An old-fashioned schoolhouse, it is filled to the brim with all kinds of artefact's and memorabilia of the days long gone. Several rooms detail the history of the town and the influence of the railroad. The Howard House Museum is located in one of the oldest houses in town and has collections of photos as well as period furniture and clothing. The Texas State Railroad Historical Park brings back the days of the railroad in a way that you won't soon forget  and shows its importance to the development of this state.

Stroll the rolling hills of the Davey Dogwood Park or the panoramic array of flowers at the Elmwood Gardens. Visitors can tee off for free at the Meadowbrook Country Club, providing a thrill for the avid golfer on vacation. Taste the delights of the bakeries in the shopping area or browse for antiques and souvenirs when you explore the quaint boutiques and stores throughout the town. You will be so relaxed from your visit to Palestine, that you won't want to return home.