First time coming by to this little alley. This is no way an attraction or exhibit. It's literally…read morejust an alley full of rusty beer caps that have a strong odor of 115 degree old beer and urine lol. There's probably some history and/or years on making this walkway. I don't recommend that you walk through this alley unless you absolutely have to, like you're being chased by a serial killer or pervert. Oh, and if you do decide to walk through it, please wear shoes otherwise, your chances of getting tetanus is pretty high lol. Don't get me wrong, it's still cool to look at it, but I wouldn't make a special trip out here just for this unless you so happen to be in the area like at the many bars that they have here. Paid parking or limited free parking is available.

Make sure you have your tetanus shots up to date! Wear closed-toe shoes. This unremarkable alleyway…read morehas been made more special by dumping bottle caps into it. It's kind of a shame, you can tell that the bottles from the bottle caps weren't consumed in this alleyway, since it's kinda dark, with no music. Instead, I believe the beers were all drank in the Dixie Chicken next door. You kinda feel like Scrooge McDuck diving in all the coins when walking through here. You can just imagine the gallons and gallons of beer that have washed through Aggieland. This gives you some perspective on beer. I wouldn't go out of my way to hang out here. San Antonio has La Tuna with the same deal- bottle caps on the ground. Go next door to the Dixie Chicken if you're looking for a good time. They'll even remove the bottle cap from your bottle for you.

Well... I think it's over. No more free porch. However, it's a nice porch to sit on and it seems to…read moreme like it's free to sit. Thanks and Gig 'Em. Ps. We left a pink flamingo on the porch, interested to see if it's still there next time.

Found it but it looked pretty closed. Windows were covered with what looked like white sheets. Door…read morecovered with Texas flag. No sign to mark it other than the address. We didn't get down to try the door. Not sure if we would be trespassing. :(

This tree sure looks older than a century. It's massive! The tree branches reach out like octopus…read moretentacles across Academic Plaza. There's a concrete bench in the ample shade afforded by this giant tree. It's a nice place to watch people walk by. If you walk under the canopy of this tree with your loved one, you're bound to get married, the legend goes. Be sure to check out the details on the park bench, with cow skulls and a totally Texas theme! Whoop! Gig 'em! This tree has gotten some expert care throughout the years. You can tell that the Aggie forestry department has given this tree some loving touches throughout time, with metal devices to hold up some branches off the ground. Please don't trip over the tree branches. When I was there, I saw the Aggie maintenance department run their truck into some of the lower hanging branches, but they didn't break. I have a hard time believing that this tree is only a century old.

The Century Tree is one of the most hallowed and beautiful Aggie sites there is. While the exact…read moredate this fantastic live oak was planted is unknown, it's believed to be right around 1900 and as early as 1891. It's trunk is massive, measuring about 11' around, and is reminiscent of that beloved tree with the secret knot from Princess Bride. The "crown spread," or approximate diameter of how far its branches spread out, is right at 100'. And the tree measures 45' tall. These numbers are all from 2016. Standing or sitting under it is shady and serene, and let's not forget all the lore that goes with this tree: couples who walk under it are destined to be married. Yes, my wife and I are among that number. :) Many, many proposals have taken place under this beautiful tree, and rose petals scattered on the ground under its canopy are a common sight. There's a nice concrete bench under it, too, if you're lucky enough to find it unoccupied. If you're walking A&M's campus and unfamiliar with it, a stop by the Century Tree is highly recommended. The Academic Plaza where it resides is a nice area in general, with many other live oaks - but the Century Tree stands out as king of the plaza. We always go out of our way to make a stop here whenever visiting Aggieland. Great historical article on this great tree: https://www.aggienetwork.com/century-tree-125/

Population: 40ish, according to the 2000 census (no 2010 census data found)…read more A long history dating back to the late 1800s. Named after the latest family to own the majority of the property in this tiny 76501 Bell County "community" east of Temple, TX on SH-53 at FM 437. According to the TSHA (https://tshaonline.org/handbook/online/articles/hnz01), Zabcikville was founded by Czechs in the late nineteenth century and was originally named Marekville after the Marek family who owned a store in the area. When members of the Zapcik family married into the Marek family In the early 1900s members of the Zabcik family, the community store changed hands. The sign bearing the town's name--Marekville--posted on the store, was changed to Zabcikville. It may be that Green's Sausage House is the only remaining business in Zabcikville, from a high count of four businesses in the 1940s. What's not to love, just not much to see except fabulous rural Texas countryside. Road trip it and be a legit Zabcikville visitor.

Visited Messina Hof during the Wine & Roses Festival and had a really nice time. The grounds are…read morebeautiful and easy to walk around. We spent some time by the pond feeding the turtles. I tried the Blushing Angel and it was so good, definitely my favorite. It's also surprisingly kid friendly. Overall just a really enjoyable experience and a great place to spend an afternoon.

I was in the BCS area for four years during college and somehow never made it out to MH! Fast…read moreforward almost 20 years later, I'm glad I was finally able to check this box, it was long overdue.. We ordered a few tastings and ended up getting a bottle of Tempranillo afterward. There's a large variety of wine to choose from, and my favorite of the day was the Tawny Port from the premium tasting (dangerously smooth.) The food was also better than expected. The hot honey flatbread was a big hit at our table, and the charcuterie paired really well with the wines. The amount of food was perfect for sharing and pacing yourself through the tastings. Staff was friendly, attentive, and happy to talk through the wines without being pushy...The whole place has that relaxed Texas country winery vibe, with cozy indoor and a nice patio outside. It was a cold winter night, so we mostly hung out in the tasting room, but next time I'd love to come back to do one of their vineyard tours. Overall, a great wine stop if you're in the Bryan/College Station area or just passing through.

April 11, 2026 The universe granted us a really nice night. It's been raining, and gloomy during…read morethe day, but the nightlife came alive and we truly were blessed with GNO. It was warm, a little breezy, but the vibes were there and everyone was happy mingling, drinking, just a typical ATX night out on Rainy. Now yes, some of the charm has left. Little by little every few years something disappears, and something new comes in. The people make up for the "charm" feel. We remember what once was. Little houses that once held family dinners and birthday backyard parties are now bars. Gutted out of the family photos hanging on the walls, to neon signs barring a beer logo. Rainy Street is still charm for those that once knew it and hold it in our hearts. We make the charm because we knew, and we pass that vibe to the college kids (sorry, but you are still kids) that spend their whole weekend night letting lose and being just that, fun kids experiencing life, not corporate life, but life life. It's up to us mature Rainy Street goers to show these kids how it's done. IMO Rainy Street. Bar hoping at its bests. Charming street. Decorated for the season. Come at Christmas, it's a ball! Everything is walkable. Some really nice higher end restaurants have moved in. It's a nice place to start out your night. You will find college kids here. But you'll also see birthday party groups, bachelorette parties, bachelor parties just people having fun, enjoying life. You'll see mature, older men and women with their, "I'm still 28" in my mind. (Me, I'm that woman) They do have a small food truck area too. So when you're looking for something quick, give these food trucks a go. They are pretty good. And they have seating so you can chill, and get back at it. I only saw 1 parking lot. It was $50. For 3 hours. And $55 for 6 hours. Uber in, car pool, or find parking a block or 2 away. Come to Rainy Street. Spend the night here. Grab some dinner, a few cocktails, bar hop up and down the street. Be young, be a kid, life's short.

Having lived in Austin, TX for some time, I have watched Rainey Street being developed. It is now…read moreone of Austin's most popular nightlife destinations, offering a unique mixture of live music, eateries, business and residential areas. The Rainey Street area evolved from a quiet residential neighborhood of bungalow homes that have since been transformed into this thriving night life area. The street itself is designed for barhopping as all the businesses are clustered together. Therefore, you can easily move from a relaxed cocktail lounge to a more high-energy dance spot in minutes. Walking down Rainey Street feels like blending the past with the present. You will find cozy patios, stringed lights, and repurposed homes co-existing with mammoth high-rise buildings. Rainey Street is known for its diversity of offerings. Whether you want craft cocktails, local beers, or something special like Emmer & Rye Michelin recognized restaurant, you'll find plenty of options within a short distance. Importantly, food trucks are a huge part of the experience, offering everything from tacos and fried chicken to mini donuts. Rainey Street is a whole vibe!

Pretty cool new art piece in 5th ward. In October 2011, the Fifth Ward Jam was completed and became…read morea fixture in a small public park. Dan Havel and Dean Ruck created a similar piece that I saw years ago on Montrose called Inversion. Now, they've got another, but this one adds a little something extra to the neighborhood, a performance venue. Fifth Ward Jam is an old building, twisted as if it has been in a crazy tornado, but with a stage in the front for local music and other performances. I love that this is art but not static art... it will add to the neighborhood and hopefully be embraced as a place to gather. It's a pretty cool structure, but the park is front of it needs a little TLC. I hope to see the community embrace the space and help spruce up the green space. As we were leaving, another car pulled up and it was an older woman with 4 young children. They all got out and ran over to the structure. I guess everyone wants a little look at it. You should head on over (during daylight hours) and see it for yourself. You may even be lucky enough to catch a performance.

I stumbled upon this little park and art piece after being diverted on a detour when I-10 was…read moreclosed at 59. As I drove by, I had to make a split second decision - risk getting mugged and check out this intricate art piece or keep on driving. I took a chance, parked my car, and walked towards the wooden structure. Very cool to look at and take a picture of. It reminds me of the Montrose Funnel Tunnel (Google it if you haven't seen it!). The park itself isn't a place I would take my little cousin to play at. It's very small and the area itself still feels a bit sketchy, even though it's probably perfectly fine. I'll have to give it some time though since I have been scammed around this area years before. Overall, if you are around the area, check out this cool piece of art!

This is my 2nd year visiting the Light Park and it is such a fun experience every time! We tried to…read morego after Christmas to avoid the crowds and around 10pm. The light park is open until 11pm during Christmas week so that definitely helps avoid traffic/crowds. When we got there at 10pm, there was almost no line or wait time. The website said that there was a 15-30 minute wait, but we actually were able to go straight to the front. There were only a few cars infront of us and a few behind us, so we were able to go through the whole drive thru trail within 8-9 minutes. I wish it was a bit longer, but my favorite part is how the lights sync with their radio station (87.5 I believe). The music definitely adds to the experience significantly! Although we got through the trail fairly quickly, I feel like it would be more fun if we went a time where there slightly more crowds so it would take at least a little longer to go through the trail. We drove for almost 50 minutes to get there and finished the whole experience in 1/5 of that time. I would recommend buying the ticket online (per car entry) since it is slightly cheaper than buying it in person. I paid $50 for one car. Overall, a fun experience with friends and/or family!

No line on thanksgiving night…read more The convenience of a drive through light show is amazing not only for the weather but for families that have members who cannot endure long walking. They have a radio station for you to tune to that matches the frequency of the lights. Beautiful animations that I'm sure take a lot of time to create. There are snacks and refreshments available to purchase. Movie theatre prices. A great addition to get in the holiday spirit. Honestly wish the show was a tad longer.