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Metropolitan statistical area in Texas, United States
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Bryan-College Station is in the Post Oak Savannah region of Texas. The two cities are located next to one another within the most populated region of Texas, approximately equidistant from three of the 10 largest cities in the United States. The area is 95 mi (152 km) north of Houston, 166 mi (267 km) northeast of San Antonio and 169 mi (268 km) south of Dallas.
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Fun museum with rotating interactive exhibits ranging from local history and folk art to travelling art and cultural exhibits.
A high quality commercial development located adjacent to Post Oak Mall and between the city's two main commercial thoroughfares, Earl Rudder Freeway and Texas Avenue. The area consists of an elaborate greenway with trails, a .5 million amphitheater and entertainment area, a small lake, the Spirit Ice Arena and is home to the Arts Council of the Brazos Valley (P. David Romei Arts Center).
Been around since 1876, so it's worth a look. The picturesque East entrance from Highway 6 is often lined with American flags, creating a most impressive image.
It's home to a wealth of information about the 41st president and extremely proud father of the 43rd president.
Where the 41st President and former First Lady Barbara Bush are laid to rest.
Texas A&M sports, with 20 teams in all (nine men's, 11 women's) competing in a wide variety of NCAA Division I sports as members of the Southeastern Conference (SEC). Their key venues are listed immediately below.
The Aggies' football home, holding more than 100,000.
Home to both men's and women's basketball, plus women's volleyball.
Blue Bell Park
Home of Aggies baseball.
Memorial to tragic event in 1999 where 12 A&M students died from a collapsing bonfire.
Enjoy an ice-hockey game at the Spirit Ice Arena. The RoadRunners play in the North American Tier III hockey league.
Easily the most popular barbecue place in town. Try the brisket and the jalapeño sausage.
Good place for Mexican breakfast.
Part of the central Texas chain well known for their unique pepperoni rolls (unique, that is, if you aren't from West Virginia).
Four locations; the first Freebirds to open in Texas is the one in Northgate.
Great chicken, and amazing sauce.
Popular local steakhouse. What it lacks in appearance, it makes up in flavor. Try the chicken-fried steak.
Authentic Mexican cuisine, as opposed to Tex-Mex.
Several restaurants centered around a large fountain on University Drive. Places to eat include: Blue Baker, McAlister's Deli, and Rosa's Tortilla Factory.
Located on the Messina Hof estate, The Vintage House offers the finest dining with particular attention to fresh vineyard cuisine. The Vintage House Restaurant offers a wide variety of amazing items that change quarterly. Vintage House Restaurant is open for lunch W-Sa from 11AM-4PM. Open for dinner W-Sa 4-9PM
Great burgers, chicken fried steak, etc. Rustic decorations.
Upscale, wood fire grill steak house, with a variety of Southern comfort foods and an excellent wine and bar selection.
Selection of lots of bars just North of Texas A&M on University Avenue. Watch out for the crowds of students pretty much every night during the school year. Must-visits are the Dixie Chicken, Dudley's, and Bottlecap Alley (not a bar). Must-drink is Shiner Bock beer. If you're in for heavy drinking, check out the Dry Bean shot bar.
Great little coffeehouse. Yummy coffee drinks and desserts. Try the Snickers latte.
Small chocolate shop with beautiful, delicious chocolates.
Wine Bar
Offers over 50 wines by the bottle, glass or as a wine flight. Wine flights include a tasting of four wines of the customer's choice.
Features an indoor pool and fitness center.
A romantic, luxurious bed and breakfast. A winery and restaurant are on the grounds of this 100-acre estate.
New military-themed hotel.
This vintage downtown hotel, established in 1928, with a restaurant, has been beautifully restored.
The area's regional enclosed mall. It's at the corner of Harvey Road (Highway 30) and the Bypass (Texas Highway 6). You can't miss it!
By car
For most people, travel to Bryan-College Station is done almost exclusively by automobile.S. Route 190, Texas State Highway 6, and Texas State Highway 21.S.
By plane
By train
Not an option: Amtrak service to Bryan-College Station ended in 1995. There are no plans to return train service.
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