Your Ultimate Guide to Things to Do in Dallas

25 Explore Tyler

Tyler, known as the rose capital of America, is home to the Tyler Rose Garden, the nation's largest rose garden with over 38,000 rose bushes. The Thirsty Pines Tour takes you on a journey through the Piney Woods Wine Trail, where you can sample wines from local vineyards. Stanley’s Famous Pit BBQ, a local favorite, is known for its mouth-watering barbecue. The Tyler State Park, with its spring-fed lake and miles of trails, offers a variety of outdoor activities, from hiking to bird watching.

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