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Victoria, TX has Rivers, Reservoirs, Sports Complexes and More
It isn't hard to fill your time in Victoria. Rivers, reservoirs, sports complex's and make rereation part of this Texas town's charm.
Parks in Victoria
With 565 acres, Riverside Park features sites such as a rose garden, which boasts 1,300 blooming roses and activities including fishing the Guadalupe River, playing disc golf, paddling the Victoria Paddling Trail and more. Goliad State Park has a character defined by beautiful scenery and interesting sites spanning over the park's 188 acres.... Read More »
Victoria's Food Scene Delivers Tasty Options
The dining scene in Victoria is diverse and tasty, with a variety of restaurants ranging from historical sites to trendy venues and fresh food options.
Oldie But Goodie
Fossati's Delicatessen opened in 1882 by immigrant Fraschio Napolean Fossati. After more than 100 years in Victoria this restaurant is one of the most popular dining spots in the area. Customers enjoy a casual and friendly atmosphere, not to mention foods that will satisfy any hunger. Some notable menu items include potato... Read More »
Victoria, TX's Cultural Scene Entertains and Educates
Victoria's residents and visitors alike can enjoy the wide array of cultural opportunities the city has to offer. Offering historic monuments and museums, as well as theatrical performances and music-filled festivals, Victoria's cultural scene is thriving.
History Comes to Life in Victoria
Located in the center of downtown Victoria, DeLeon Plaza serves as a park complete with a gazebo and shade trees, and at night, lit trees complement the historic courthouse across the street. The... Read More »
Explore Texas History at the Museum of the Coastal Bend
Ever since French explorer Robert de La Salle established a settlement along the central Texas coastline in 1685, the mid-coastal region of Texas has experienced a vibrant multicultural history. This colorful past comes to life at the Museum of the Coastal Bend in Victoria, where visitors can explore the region’s diverse cultural background, from the area’s original Native American inhabitants to the French, Spanish and English settlers who followed with great aspirations of New... Read More »
The Texas Zoo in Victoria Adds More Visitor Experiences
When Andrea Blomberg became executive director of The Texas Zoo a couple of years ago, she was disappointed that it took her only 20 minutes to walk around and see all the exhibits. After those 20 minutes, the zoo experience was basically over.
“I knew something needed to be done to improve the visitor experience at The Texas Zoo, so improvements have already been made and will continue to be made,” Blomberg says. “Now we have become a little zoo with lots to do.”
The... Read More »
Get Out and Stay Out at Victoria's Parks and Lakes
Unlike other parts of the country, where outdoor spaces see a significant drop in attendance during the winter months, Victoria’s warm climate keeps parks and lakes alive with activity most of the year.
If you’re looking to wet a hook, Coleto Creek Park and Reservoir, located midway between Victoria and Goliad, is a 3,100-acre freshwater lake stocked with everything from catfish to crappie.
“Unlike most of the manmade lakes in our region, the water at Coleto tends to stay very clear,” says... Read More »
Victoria's "New Old" Courthouse
The 116-year-old Victoria County Courthouse is a beautiful sandstone and limestone monument in downtown Victoria, a stately nod to the architecture and craftsmanship of days gone by.
But 14 years ago, this focal point of public pride was dilapidated and obsolete, having fallen into disrepair after years of negligence and shoddy renovations.
In 1994, Victoria County, in partnership with Victoria Preservation Inc., the Victoria County and Texas Historical Commissions and various state and city... Read More »
Victoria's Pet Facilities
Whether pet owners seek long walks along the gorgeous Riverside Park overlooking the Guadalupe or a full-service vet, Victoria fits the bill. Victoria is the perfect launchpad for an afternoon drive to Texas' best pet-friendly beaches. Spend a dog day cooling off at Corpus Christi, Galveston or Lake Jackson's dog beaches and return with a pooped pooch to Victoria's many pet-friendly hotels. Of those, Motel 6 and La Quinta Inn even allow pets to stay with their owners free of additional... Read More »
Victoria Symphony Creates Beautiful Music
Victoria Symphony
Discover the magic of classical music through a performance of the Victoria Symphony, a 36-year-old organization that has grown to include approximately 65 musicians from Victoria and surrounding cities and regularly features guest artists from around the world. Its season runs from September through April with inspirational programs that include a four-concert Family Series and a five-concert Master Series. These memorable performances are held in the Victoria College... Read More »
Greek Bros. Restaurant Brings the Chaos and Cuisine
Any restaurant with a theme of “chaos and cuisine” would get your attention. Victoria's Greek Bros. has enough food and fun to keep it.
Opening its first location in El Campo, Texas, in 1985 and offering casual, upscale dining, original owners George and Tom Charkalis have now brought a second Greek Bros. to North Navarro in Victoria. “Chaos and cuisine” has quickly caught on.
“It’s one of our sayings,” George says of the motto shared with... Read More »
Victoria's Symphony Makes Sweet Sounds
The Victoria Symphony has provided sweet music to this part of Texas since the early 1980s, and its performances range from children's productions to works by musical masters. The Symphony has a family series with music intended for younger audiences and a masters series that includes classic works from across the globe. Recent children's performances have include "Peter and the Wolf," "Symphonic Spooktacular" and "Downtown Rhymes," while a Master Series... Read More »
Fun Things To Do in Victoria, Texas
Whether you visit for the weekend or call it home, Victoria is always alive with activity. There's something to suit everyone, from one-of-a-kind festivals to world-class art.
1. Go to the Riverside Park and Rose Garden, where you can visit the zoo, smell the roses, and play a round of golf.
2. Let the kids explore the hands-on exhibits at the Children's Discovery Museum.
3. Grow culturally with music, food, and more at the annual Czech Heritage Festival in September.
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Golfers in Victoria Can Enjoy Three Courses at One Place
Golfers in Victoria can wrap themselves in the Red, White and Blue. Those are the names of the three 9-hole courses that comprise the 27-hole Riverside Golf Course, the only municipal course in the city.
Riverside began as a traditional 18-hole, par-72 course, built shortly after World War II. The original layout consisted of what is now known as the Red and White courses. The Blue course was added in 1953.
The 9-hole courses can be played in any combination. The Red course is the longest at 3,... Read More »
Fossati’s Delicatessen – The Oldest Little Deli in Texas
After more than a century in the soup-and-sandwich business, it’s no surprise that Fossati’s Delicatessen serves as Victoria’s midday mainstay.
Customers walking through the storied doors can choose from classics such as chicken salad and apple crisp, as well as lasagna, chicken spaghetti soup and other dishes traced to the family’s Italian heritage. But it’s not just locals who keep the business bustling.
“We’ve had people from all over come because... Read More »
Victoria Is Just A Day's Drive from the Beach
Feel like taking a beautiful drive, and not too far from Victoria?
A number of attractive southeast Texas communities are located within a short drive of Victoria, with many of the cities scenically situated along the Gulf of Mexico. For example, within 40 miles of Victoria is Rockport, which proudly proclaims itself as having Texas’ only Blue Wave Beach.
A Blue Wave Beach is officially labeled as one that is exceptionally clean and managed responsibly, and has a focus on the protection of... Read More »
Cultural Council of Victoria Texas Has Long List of Happenings
At a time when many arts organizations are scaling back their offerings, Victoria’s arts scene is thriving – thanks in large part to the efforts of devoted volunteers and creative marketing of programs and events.
The Cultural Council of Victoria offers an excellent case in point. Established in 1978, the council provides a comprehensive mix of educational and community outreach programs, along with maintaining an extensive online arts calendar.
“The online community calendar... Read More »
