Monkey around the Gladys Porter Zoo, where you can hang out with animals like gorillas, wallabies, rhinos, zebras, crocodiles, lions, kangaroos, and giraffes. The zoo's exhibits and attractions will lead you to far off lands like Asia, Africa, and Australia; while also showcasing wildlife here in the United States, and creatures of the ocean.
Hang out at Coconuts Bar & Grill for tasty food, awesome drink specials, and fun near the coast. Before you enjoy delights from the menu, rent a jet ski and make some waves in the water to really work up your appetite. If you're hitting the beach in South Padre this summer, stopping in at this bar is a must.
Take your golfing talents to the McAllen Country Club, boasting a course with a reputation of being the finest in South Texas. The 18-hole course with tree-lined fairways provides even the most experienced golfers with a challenge. After you tee off, enjoy the club's amenities like a tennis court, a pool, and a restaurant.
Pay respects to the men who have died protecting our great United States at the Hidalgo County Veterans War Memorial. The memorial honors those killed in action during World War I, World War II, the Korean War, and Vietnam. You'll find the memorial in front of the Hidalgo County Courthouse.