Enjoy A Picture-Perfect Weekend In The City When You Visit College Station, Texas
By Katie Lawrence|Published July 18, 2023
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Katie Lawrence
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015.
Today, Katie writes, edits, and performs several other tasks for OnlyInYourState and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on with a hot cup of coffee, practicing yoga, baking, or exploring the beautiful Lone Star State (in particular, the vast and mystical West Texas desert).
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Are you in search of an affordable vacation home rental near Texas A&M in College Station? If so, we have just the place. This charming studio cottage is a mere two blocks from the campus, and for under $50 per night, it offers everything you need to feel right at home.
As you might expect, many of the top attractions in College Station are either on the Texas A&M campus or related to it in some way. Take, for example, the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum.
The sprawling facility details the life and career of George H.W. Bush, the 41st President of the United States, including an exact replica of his Oval Office.
George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, 1000 George Bush Dr W, College Station, TX 77845, USA
Visitors will see an actual piece of the Berlin Wall, a World War II Avenger Torpedo Bomber, and learn about the most noteworthy events in U.S. history since 1941. There is also a temporary museum gallery with rotating exhibits.
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If you're an Aggie football fan, a trip to College Station just isn't complete without visiting Kyle Field. Stadium tours are offered year-round, but if your trip lines up with football season, you won't regret watching a game here. The energy is simply unmatched!
Kyle Field, 161 Wellborn Rd, College Station, TX 77840, USA
For those who enjoy nature, the Lick Creek Trail is a beautiful place to take a hike. You'll hardly believe you're still in the city when you see all of the flourishing plant and animal life.
Lick Creek Park, 13600 Rock Prairie Rd, College Station, TX 77845, USA
This fine dining restaurant serves up some of the best steak, seafood, wine, and whiskey you'll ever try, with a swanky, sophisticated atmosphere to boot. After a nice meal and a full day of exploring, you'll be more than ready to retire to your home base for the trip.
The Republic Steakhouse, 701 University Dr E, College Station, TX 77840, USA
The layout is such that you won't even notice the size. Despite being a studio, up to four guests can sleep here, as there is a queen sleeper sofa in addition to the queen bed.
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The cottage is nicknamed the "Sassy Studio," and it couldn't be more fitting.
