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Guide to Texarkana

Geography

Found within Bowie County in the Ark-La-Tex region, Texarkana is a city in the southern U.S. state of Texas. It has a twin city - also named Texarkana - just across the border in Arkansas. Dallas is about 180 miles away.

Climate in Texarkana

Texarkana has a warm and temperate climate, with consistent rainfall year-round. The warmest month is August, the coolest is January, and the wettest is November.

Culture

The name Texarkana is a portmanteau of Texas, Arkansas and nearby Louisiana. Its origins, however, are still debated, with some saying the name was in use even before the town was founded.

Things to do in Texarkana

Visit an interesting automotive museum

Opened in 2004, the Four States Auto Museum showcases 20+ vintage cars, with exhibition cars swapped out every three months. You can also find periodicals and newsletters from the yesteryears for a glimpse into the excitement that surrounded the very first automobiles in the area. You can see four to five decades’ worth of automobile history at this one museum.

Go on a ghost walk at night

One of the most popular activities in Texarkana, the Haunted Texarkana Ghost Walk departs from the Lindsey Railroad Museum. The walking tour lasts 90 minutes and takes you through the oldest parts of the city, where several ghosts are purported to be. The guide will often tell you about the supernatural events that have taken place at each stop.

Eating out in Texarkana

Perfect for date night, Verona Restaurant serves upscale Italian cuisine, including handmade pasta, seafood, and veal. For a taste of the classic American burger, look no further than Ironwood Grill-Burgers. They have a patio and kidss' play area too. You can't visit Texas without trying Southern- and Southwestern-inspired American fare. Twisted Fork Grill and Bar serves up southern delicacies with hearty servings of sweet lemonade on the side.

Texarkana Transport

Airport

The closest airport to Texarkana is Texarkana Regional Airport (TXK), which connects to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. American Airlines is the only carrier that flies from here.

Getting around Texarkana

At Texarkana Union Station, Amtrak’s Texas Eagle provides daily service to big cities like Chicago, San Antonio, and Los Angeles. Within the city, bus transportation is provided by the Texarkana Urban Transit District. Many people also opt to rent a car instead for maximum comfort and flexibility.