Brownsville is a city in the U.S state of Texas. The city stands in the sixteenth place amongst the populous cities in the state, and 129th in the nation. It has witnessed historical invasions such as the American Civil War, Texas Revolution, and the Mexican American War. It is the fastest growing city in the country with thriving shipping business, manufacturing industries, and many other trading sectors, which makes it as one of the economically strong and least expensive city for living in the United States. There are plentiful of architectural phenomena, beaches, museums, cultural and art resources.
Being a historical location in the state, Brownsville boasts several notable architectural marvels and sights. International Bridge, Sabal Palm Audubon Center, Old Federal Courthouse, Gorgas Science Foundation, and Galleria 409 are the architectural wonders to explore in the city. Boca Chica Beach is the best place to enjoy the sunrise and sunset. There are numerous museums flanked all over the city, in which, Brownsville Historical Association BHS, Brownsville Museum of Fine Arts, Children's Museum of Brownsville, Confederate Air Force-Rgv, Historic Brownsville Museum, and Palo Alto Battlefield National Historic Park are worth visiting places to explore the history and culture. There are plenty of outdoor activities in the city offering a great deal of entertainment.
The city’s prime shopping destination is “Sunrise Mall”. It embraced more than 100 shops, which are offering various things for distinct needs. This mall is having upscale shopping as well as reasonable local boutiques. Eateries and movies are also maintained by this mall, which is known as the one stop shop for everyone.
You can hit the Sunrise Mall for best dining scene. Conversely, there are numerous eateries sprawled all over the city, ranging from cheapest to highest. Mexican and American delights will be offered by most of the restaurants, and few will offer multi-continental tastes.
It is easy to locate the best bars and nightclubs in the city. There are many bars and taverns in the city, offering enjoyable nightlife. As the city is having good educational institutions, students from different regions hit the bars and nightclubs in the evenings and make lively environment.
Charro Days Fiesta, CineSol Film Festival, Sombrero Festival, Brownsville Latin Jazz Festival, Fourth of July Parade, and Winter Break Parade are vibrantly celebrated festivals in the city. On the other hand, the city hosts numerous events and exhibitions annually.
‘Brownsville Urban System’ is the public bus transit provided by the city. This the only transportation option for the visitors of the city. Cars and walking would be the most preferred options to explore this beautiful city.
Basketball and golf are the major sports played within the city.
Brownville has a hot and warm humid climate with a temperature variation from 10°C to 34°C and is rarely below 4°C or above 36°C. The hottest season recorded as high as 34°C and low of 25°C and the coldest season recorded as low as 10°C and as high 21°C. It experiences summers between May to September and winters between December to February.
For any criminal offense tourists can inform the police at a toll free number 911
Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport (IATA: BRO, ICAO: KBRO, FAA LID: BRO) is located 7 kilometres east from the downtown of Brownville. The airport is served by three commercial passenger flights along with nonstop flights to Las Vegas, Houston and Dallas/Fort Worth. There are no scheduled international flights. Yearly 84,401 passengers travel through this airport. This is the largest cargo handling airport in the Rio Grande Valley region.
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Free Island shuttle provided by Valley Metro and MetroConnect are available throughout the week, no services during major public holidays. The city airport is easily accessible through rental cars, public buses and taxi services.
The city airport has basic facilities like ATM, restaurant, café, coffee shop, baggage carts, lost and found baggage counter, wheelchair assistance and information desk.
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700 Amelia Earhart Dr, Brownsville, TX 78521, |
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