Whether you’re into fine art or Texas BBQ, Longview offers an authentic taste of the Lone Star State. Relax in tree-filled public parks, stroll around the historic downtown district and visit excellent museums and galleries. Visit in summer to catch the annual Great Texas Balloon Race, which sees hundreds of colourful balloons take to the skies.
Things to do in Longview
Admire works by iconic painters like Emily Guthrie Smith, Everett Spruce and Charles Criner at the Longview Museum of Fine Arts. Alongside paintings, you’ll see photographs, sculptures and woodcuts by artists from the Lone Star State. Stretch it out in a yoga class at the museum and enjoy community events like concerts and guided art walks.
Head to Heritage Plaza for live music, food trucks and a festival atmosphere. The plaza is in the heart of Downtown Longview and has been a community hub for more than 150 years. Informational plaques dot the plaza and get you up to speed on the city’s unique narrative.
Bite into award-winning Texas BBQ in Downtown Longview. The city is packed with places where you can enjoy classics like slow-cooked beef brisket, buffalo wings and sticky pork ribs. Wash down your meal with a glass of ice-cold sweet tea.
Pack a picnic and spend the day at The Green, one of the most popular outdoor spaces in East Texas. Explore the scenic walking trail, stroll through the sculpture garden and relax by the duck-filled pond. Cool off in the summer at family-friendly splash pads located in parks across the city.
Getting around Longview
Downtown Longview is pedestrian-friendly and easy to get around on foot. The city is in Gregg County, a two-hour drive from Dallas and Fort Worth. Trains run between Longview and Dallas in 2.5 hours and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is a two-hour drive away.