Rio Grande City

Rio Grande City is the port of entry at the international bridge between the U.S. and Mexico seat of Starr County. The area was included in José de Escandón’s Colony of 1753. When General Zachary Taylor established Fort Ringgold in 1848, it added population and permanence.

Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

Fort Ringgold

One of Texas' best preserved old military posts; named for Maj. David Ringgold, first army officer killed in Battle of Palo Alto that opened Mexican War. Established after Mexican War…

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Things to Do in Rio Grande City

Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

La Borde House

Completed 1899 as home and border store by French merchant-riverboat trader. Converted to hotel operated…

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto

Replica of venerable shrine in Lourdes, France; contains statues of Our Lady of Lourdes and…

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