Island Biplanes in Brownsville, Texas, offers exciting experiences of viewing beautiful scenery and islands as you fly through the air in the comfort of our Waco YMF-5C aircraft. Flightseeing with Island Biplanes is an amazing experience that can be likened to an enjoyable convertible ride, and as it could be a chilly flight, we recommend that jackets be worn. Should weather not be ideal for flying, flightseeing will be rescheduled or cancelled. Island Biplanes is always running specials on available tours, and we can customise a ride that will take you to whatever sights you wish to see. READ MORE

Shrimp Outlet in Brownsville, Texas is owned and operated by the Burnell family and they offer fresh shrimp caught by their boats at sea. This family of shrimpers sells shrimp from their store and are also shrimp suppliers, they ship to anywhere in the United States. Shrimp Outlet offer wild caught, naturally preserved shrimp and they are as fresh as can be, frozen at sea in their own words. Visit the storefront and check out what else is in store, they sometimes have oysters, red snapper and more, and check out the delectable shrimp recipes on their website.READ MORE

The Brownsville Historical Society in Brownsville, Texas, USA serves to preserve, educate, and promote the history, heritage, and cultural arts of Brownsville, Texas and it's environs. They do so through exhibitions, cultural events, archival collections and educational programs, and through their various museums, cover nearly every aspect of Brownsville and the Rio Grande Valley's history and culture. With six unique locations and numerous programs, they share experiences about the history, cultural arts, and heritage of the region. The Brownsville Historical Society also promotes La Tienda Gift Shop which offers a fine selection of historical books, folk art, local art, bilingual books and gifts, souvenirs, stationary, jewelery and so much more, capturing the spirit of the South Texas and Northeastern Mexico border.READ MORE

River Bend Resort of Brownsville, Texas, is a unique resort community in the Rio Grande Valley, and features a championship golf course, RV rental lots, town home and residential property in an immaculate setting. They can accommodate your for overnight RV stays, and provide permanent residence if you decide to stay, and the area is lush and well renowned for it's climate, fauna and flora. River Bend Resort also has a swimming pool and spa, large clubhouse, paved RV pads, shuffleboard, tennis courts, a party room, WIFI, planned activities and the area's best golf course with beautiful layout along the banks of the Rio Grande River. READ MORE

The Half Moon Saloon in Brownsville, Texas is a nightclub and bar offering jazz and blues nights, acoustic guitar, Flamenco and rock nights, plus random and spontaneous music jams, come to where the fun never ends. Into the entertainment mix, throw in a few domestic draft or imported beers, wine and beverages, mixed drinks and fresh fruit drinks, and you're set for a really good time. The Half Moon Saloon is also the perfect venue to host your events and parties, so if you're looking for something unique for your graduation party, your birthday or get together, you've found the perfect place, and they regularly host live events, come join the party.READ MORE

The Brownsville Farmers Market in Brownsville, Texas, USA is open every Saturday, same time, same place and offers, fresh local farm produce, baked goods, homemade salsas and so much more. Held from 9:00 am till noon every Saturday morning, visitors here can enjoy browsing the stalls full of homemade jams, gulf coast shrimp, raw honey, herbs, flowers, handcrafted soaps, artisan breads freshly baked, farm fresh eggs, local cheese, olive oil tamales and more. The Brownsville Farmers Market strives to create an event that offers nutritional education, health services, and fresh, locally grown produce to South Texas as they say, and with their location cross the street from the Gladys Porter Zoo, next to the Brownsville Museum of Fine Arts which offers free admission during market hours, bring the family and make a day of it.READ MORE

The Historic Brownsville Museum located in the former Southern Pacific Railroad Depot built in 1928 in Brownsville, Texas collects and preserve objects of historic interest, and there's a reference library. They also provide facilities for research and publication, as well as educational outreach programs and exhibits include information from the earliest military fort in our area to displays of antique furniture, and common household items from days gone by. The Historic Brownsville Museum features an extensive collection of historical artifacts, photography and displays which are housed in the fully restored historical building showcasing examples of Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, which is registered as a National Register of Historical Places. The facility is available for rent to host meetings, private receptions and social events, come for a fascinating visit.READ MORE

The Margaret M. Clark Aquatic Center in Brownsville, Texas, USA offers aquatic programs to enrich the lives of students, faculty, staff, parents and the community. Recreational programs include Wellness Swimming and Walking which is lap swimming and weight training for adults only, the Water Exercise Program includes low impact aerobics and weight training. They also have BISD Recreational Swimming for fundamentals and general wellness swimming, and the Family Fandango Program is an opportunity for the whole family to enjoy the water. The Margaret M. Clark Aquatic Center has summer programs, offers adaptive swimming, U.I.L. swimming and diving and more, it's all here.READ MORE

The World Birding Center in Brownsville, Texas, USA is a world class birding destination, and is a network of nine sites along the 120 miles of river road from South Padre Island to Roma. Featuring habitats from dry chaparral brush and verdant riverside thickets to freshwater marshes and coastal wetlands, more than 10,000 acres will be opened up for prime viewing. The mission of the World Birding Center is to protect the native habit while increasing the understanding and appreciation of the birds and wildlife. Centered at Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park, the World Birding Center project is a global model for conservation and eco tourism development. They will be offering viewing stations, watching towers, interpretive centers and programs, and they intend to grow tourism and the number of acres protected in the Rio Grande Valley, so all benefit, and it's the perfect chance to see their famous birds.READ MORE

At Brownsville Historical Association in Brownsville, Texas, we are committed to preserving, educating and promoting the unique heritage, history and cultural arts of our town. This public service is provided through exhibitions, cultural events, publications, archival collections and by offering interesting educational programs. Not only does the Brownsville Historical Association promote our history and heritage, we also offer unique field trips, group tours, musical programs, children's camps and historic walking tours. La Tienda Gift Shop has a fine collection of unique gifts, stationary, books, local art and more, and as an extention of the museum, revenue derived from sales helps support the mission of Brownsville Historical Association. READ MORE