Old North Church

Believed to be oldest union church in Texas; several denominations worshiped here. First was Baptist service held under a tree on the site in 1835. Present “new” church built in 1852. Protestant services were unlawful in Texas during church’s early days. North of city off U.S. 59 on old Highway 35.

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

El Camino Real

"The King's Highway;" first blazed in 1691 by Domingo Teran de los Rios, first provincial…

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Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Old Nacogdoches University

Built 1845, modified Grecian structure was first nonsectarian university established during Republic of Texas. On…

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Millard’s Crossing

A reconstructed historic village on 37 acres just north of the city depicts a broad…

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Find your way.

There's no single right route, just the one that fits you.

Lanana Creek Trail

Six-mile rustic trail through Pecan Acres Park along Lanana Creek. Scenic trail follows paths once…

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