Amarillo KOA

Palo Duro Canyon

One of the nation's most magnificent scenic attractions can be enjoyed from the comfort of your vehicle. Travel the same trails used by the Apache, Comanche, buffalo hunters, and early Spanish explorers. The canyon offers riding stables, picnic area, and miles of beautiful hiking and biking trails. Be sure to pack your camera to capture the extraordinary vistas of color and beauty.

Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum

From dinosaurs to conquistadors, you'll discover it all in this, Texas' largest history museum. View one of the Southwest's finest art collections, walk along the boardwalks of a life-size 1880's frontier town, or experience the exciting history of the petroleum industry. (806) 651-2244.

Musical Epic "TEXAS Legacies"

TEXAS Musical Drama Internationally-acclaimed musical extravaganza performed in a natural amphitheatre in majestic Palo Duro Canyon. Now in its 42nd season, this delightful musical has been viewed by over 3 million visitors. A 600-foot cliff serves as the backdrop as singer and dancers take you back to the settling of the Texas Panhandle in the 1800's. Performed Tuesday through Saturday from early June through late August. For reservations or more information call (806) 655-2181 or visit www.texas-show.com.

Route 66 Historic District

Visit one of the city's first residential and business districts that once housed theaters, cafes, and drug stores. These buildings are now home to quaint antique, craft and specialty shops. Some unique dining experiences are also available at district eateries.

Big Texan Steak Ranch, Opry, and Cowboy Palace

This world-renowned restaurant is best known for its 72-oz steak. Eat it and all the trimmings in 1 hour and the meal is FREE! Enjoy the Big Texan Opry every Tuesday night featuring a variety of great country/western entertainers. Reservations are required for the Opry and Cowboy Palace performances. Stay at Amarillo KOA and Big Texan Steak Ranch will provide free shuttle service to and from our location.
(806) 372-7000 or (800) 657-7177.

American Quarter Horse Heritage Center & Museum

This museum highlights the very colorful history of the American Quarter Horse from its racing days to its present status as the world's most popular breed. Entertaining exhibits, video productions, Hall of Fame, research library and museum store are just a few of the attractions at this location. (806) 376-5181

Amarillo Dillas Professional Baseball, Amarillo Gorillas Professional Ice Hockey, and Amarillo Dusters Football

May through August the Amarillo Dillas attract almost 100,000 fans at the Amarillo National Dilla Villa Stadium. For ticket information call (806) 342-0400 or visit them online at www.amarillodillasbaseball.com.

Mid-October through late March the Amarillo Gorillas take to the ice bringing excitement to the Texas Panhandle. For ticket information call (806) 242-7825.

The Amarillo Dusters moved up to the AF2 league in 2005!! This developmental indoor league for the National Football League has over 20 teams across the country. The Dusters play their home games in the Amarillo Civic Center Coliseum from April through July. Call (806) 322-7277 or visit them online at www.dustersfootball.com.

Amarillo National Center

This 5,000 permanent seat facility is home to rodeos and equestrian events, concerts, agriculture shows, and tractor pulls. For information on scheduled events call (806) 376-7767 or view our "Events" listing located on our home page.

Wonderland Amusement Park

Open weekends March through September, weeknights May 31 until local schools re-open in our area, the entire family is entertained with 25 plus rides and 32 attractions. Amarillo is home of the Texas Tornado, one of the top-rated, double-loop steel roller coasters in the country. (800) 383-4712 or (806) 383-4712

Don Harrington Discovery Center

This museum has interactive exhibits, educational programs, special events and the only planetarium to the Texas Panhandle. Exhibits allow all ages to explore, create, invent, tinker, learn and play at the area's science and technology center. Open Tuesday - Sunday. (806) 355-9547

Route 66 Motor Speedway

Every Saturday night, April through September this up-to-date facility features IMCA Modified, Super Stock, and Street car racing on a 3/8-mile, high-banked clay oval track.
(806) 383-7223

Amarillo Civic Center

This multi-purpose facility features everything from rodeos to ice shows, concerts to basketball, or Broadway shows to ballet. Check their schedule for special events.
(806) 378-4297

Cadillac Ranch

Amarillo's own "bumper crop" - ten Cadillac's buried nose down in a field at the same angle as the Cheops Pyramid. This is a must see while in Amarillo.
cadillacranch.com.

Splash Amarillo

The Panhandle's only water park is SPLASH Amarillo!!! There are shaded areas, a children's activity area, water slides, a wave pool, concession bar and large arcade.
(806) 376-4477

Kwahadi Kiva Indian Museum

This museum is geared to the preservation of the history of the Native Peoples of the Plains. Magnificent displays and art exhibits make this a jewel. Ceremonial dance performances. (806) 335-3175

Texas Panhandle War Memorial

This memorial, located at I-27 and Georgia Street next to the Randall County Annex is a tribute to all the men and women of the Texas Panhandle who answered the call to duty.

Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts

In 2006 the highlight in Amarillo was the grand opening of the Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts. The world-class facility features a 1,200-seat auditorium with near perfect acoustics, and a soaring, multi-tiered lobby. It will be home to the opera, symphony, ballet, a variety of special events and concerts. (806) 342-5600

Nightlife

• Amarillo Civic Center (806) 378.3096
• Golden Light Cafe (806) 374.9237
• Graham Central Station (806) 457.0444
• Midnight Rodeo (806) 358.7083
• Starlight Theater (806) 378.3036
• York's (806) 322.6200