Amarillo Travel Guide

Amarillo is a city in Texas that’s best known as a base for exploring the Palo Duro Canyon State Park.

Things to Do in Amarillo

Most visitors stay in Amarillo so they can visit the Palo Duro Canyon and hike around its incredible red rock formations and cliffs, which are spread over a 60-mile ravine.

Other top activities include visiting the Cadillac Ranch, which is a colorful art exhibit displaying cars covered in graffiti that are partially buried in the sand, relaxing in the shops and cafes that line the Route 66 historic district, and visiting the Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum, which showcases the natural history of the region with displays of bones and artifacts.

Meanwhile, if you’re looking to let your hair down, head to Wonderland Park, which has rollercoasters, carousels and water rides.

Best Time to Visit Amarillo

The best time to visit Amarillo is in the spring months of March to May or the fall months of September and October, when the temperature is warm and sunny. The summer months of June, July and August get incredibly hot.