Enjoy the View
Founded in 1870, Longview has become a bustling hub of East Texas commerce, industry, arts, events, and food.
Legend has it that the namesake of our city is derived from the highest point in Longview, a small hill owned by O.H. Methvin who proclaimed upon his first glance from the top, "that's a long view."
Like the view from that hill, it's easy to see why Longview has become a destination for those seeking to enjoy the outdoors, entertain the family, and eat at delicious, unique restaurants.
Longview has year round events and activities, sports venues for regional tournaments, and arguably the best bar-b-que in the state.
Come stay in the Longview to see how friendly people, good food, and beautiful scenery make it easy to "enjoy the view."
Social Media
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Balloon Race
I think the Great Texas Balloon Race is a must. You have to go at least once to a balloon glow.
– Toni Dussex
The Great Texas Balloon Race
A world class event attracting the very best competitive balloon pilots from across the country and the world.
The Great Texas Balloon Race was born in 1978 to celebrate the opening of the Longview Mall. In 2013, Gregg County was proclaimed “The Balloon Race Capital of Texas” by the 83rd Texas Legislature.
Today the balloon race draws thousands of people to Longview each summer to enjoy a spectacle in the skies above the entire region.
Balloons race across the sky each morning of the event, aiming for virtual targets in mid-air or tossing bean bags at physical targets on the ground.
Balloon Glows on Friday and Saturday night entertain crowds with an awesome display of color and fire. It’s one of the most popular things to do at the event as attendees are able to get up close and watch how balloons are inflated.
Come join the fun each year as balloons, music, and excitement fill the skies around Longview.
ZIP THROUGH THE PINEY WOODS
Get the best view of the beautiful East Texas landscape while you soar through the canopy at Thomas Falls Zipline Challenge Course.
Outdoor Adventures
Longview is located in the beautiful Piney Woods of East Texas, offering adventures from calming to thrilling.
Experience harmony with nature in the great outdoors while you explore our local trails, parks, lakes, and golf courses. If you are ready for a more thrilling adventure, you can go off-road, zip-line through the trees, float above in a hot air balloon ride, or even jump from a plane for a sky dive.
Adventure
Balloon Adventures USA
Hot Air Balloon Rides
801 N. 2nd St.
balloonadventuresusa.com
Thomas Falls Zipline
Challenge Course
Advanced Reservations Required
(903) 968-6924
5543 US Hwy. 259 N. – Diana, TX
thomasfalls.com
Skydive East Texas
(903) 845-5867
1 Airport Rd. – Gladewater, TX
skydiveeasttx.com
Disc Golf
Guthrie Park
18 Holes, Difficulty: Easy
301 Tupelo
Hinsley Park
18 Holes, Difficulty: Hard
3101 Hwy. 259 N.
Ingram Park
9 Holes, Difficulty: Moderate
1400 N. 10th St.
Lear Park
18 Holes, Difficulty: Moderate
100 H.G. Mosley Pkwy.
Golf
Alpine Golf Course
18 Holes
903-753-4515
2385 Smelly Rd.
Alpine Target Golf Center
9 Lighted Holes, Driving Range
(903) 753-1415
2695 Alpine Rd.
alpinetargetgolf.net
Longview Country Club
18 Holes
(903) 759-9251
3275 Texas 42
longviewcountryclub.net
The Challenge at Oak Forest
18 Holes
(903) 297-3933
2044 Oak Forest Country Club Dr.
thechallengeatof.com
Nip It Golf
Indoor Virtual Golf Center
(903) 215-7373
414 W. Loop 281 Ste. 8
nipitgolf.com
Tempest Golf Course
18 Holes
903-984-5335
568 E. Wilkins Rd. – Gladewater, TX
tempestgolfclub.com
Wood Hollow Golf Club
18 Holes – Open 7 Days a Week
(903) 663-4653
5121 N. McCann Rd.
Boorman Trail
When I want to spend some time outdoors or in nature, I go walking on the Boorman Trail. It is so peaceful and breathing in the good fresh air is rejuvenating. Besides being good exercise, it is also good for me mentally.
– Georgia Redmon
Notable Parks
Cargill Long Park & Trail
3 mi. of paved trail recognized as a Certified National Recreational Trail.
Parking Areas:
3112 North 4th St. - Walnut Hills
Hollybrook Dr. & Eastman Rd.
Dodson Action Sports Complex at Ingram Park
The complex is designed for skateboards, scooters, inline skates, and BMX freestyle bikes.
1400 N. 10th St.
The Green
Picnic area, pavilion, nature play area, musical instruments, hiking/ biking trail, restrooms, water.
207 S. Spur 63
Guthrie Park & Trail
4 miles of paved trail with 18-hole disc golf course, pickleball & tennis courts, and backstops.
219 E. Methvin St.
Heritage Plaza
Downtown Longview open air plaza celebrating the city's history and host to many events.
219 E. Methvin St.
Julieanna Park & Trail
3/4 mile trail with picnic area.
905 Reel Road
Kidsview Playground
Huge playground filled with large interconnected wooden play castles.
100 H.G. Mosley Pkwy.
Lear Sports Complex
Longview's premier sports complex with baseball, soccer, softball, Jack Mann Splash Pad, and Kidsview Playground.
100 H.G. Mosley Pkwy.
Longview Arboretum
A spacious park celebrating the beauty of the piney woods. Enjoy manicured gardens, walking trails, and peaceful streams. Admission required.
706 W. Cotton Street
Mobberly Trail
6.5 miles of hiking and mountain bike trails around a small lake behind Mobberly Baptist Church.
3297 Tryon Rd. - Longview, TX (Trail in far north parking lot.)
Paul G. Boorman Trail
2.9 mi. of paved trail, outdoor workout equipment
Parking Areas:
121 Summers Dr. 2422 H. G. Mosley Pkwy. 1505 Princeton Ave. 919 W. Marshall Ave.
Stragent Dog Park
7-acre off-leash fenced area for large dogs. 2-acre off-leash fenced area for small dogs.
Parking Areas:
121 Summers Dr. 2422 H.G. Mosley Pkwy.
Teague Park & Veterans Plaza
Veterans monuments surrounding small pond. Playground, restroom, pavilion, amphitheater.
411 American Legion Blvd.
Pools and Splash Pads
Broughton Park & Recreation Center
Splash pad, restrooms, pavilions, picnic area and grill.
801 Martin Luther King Blvd.
Ingram Park
Swimming pool, pavilions, restrooms.
(903) 753-9012
1400 N. Tenth St.
Jack Mann Splash Pad
Three themed play areas.
100 H.G. Mosley Pkwy.
Longview Swim Center
Six lane race pool with diving board, zero depth entry to 4'6" recreation pool with raindrop slide.
(903) 297-3774
1111 W. Fairmont St.
Paula Martin Jones
Recreation Center
Indoor swimming pool.
(903) 239-5500
515 W. Avalon Ave.
Spring Hill Park/Neal
McCoy Universally
Accessible Playground
Splash pad, pavilion, restrooms.
738 Fenton Rd.
Stamper Park
Splash pad, pavilion, restrooms
400 Fair St.
JACK MANN SPLASH PAD
Cool off your summer adventures at a 10,000 ft2 splash pad with 3 themed play areas.
RV Parks
Antique RV Park
(903) 845-7378
500 S. Loop 485 - Gladewater, TX
antiquecapitalrvpark.com
Cowboy Camp RV Park
(903) 660-2025
10212 FM 968 W. - Hallsville, TX
cowboycamprvpark.com
Fernbrook Park
(903) 643-8888
2073 FM 2011 - Longview, TX
fernbrookpark.com
Hitchin Post RV Park
(903) 668-3572
1674 FM 450 S. - Hallsville, TX
hitchingpostrvpark.com
Jim’s RV Park
(903) 216-4907
15195 State Highway 43 E Tatum, TX 75691
North Point RV Park
(903) 663-6400
7552 US HWY 259 N. - Longview, TX
northpointrvpark.net
Pineridge RV Park
(903) 238-4207
1060 W. I-20 Access Rd. - Longview, TX
Riverside RV Park
(903) 295-9800
3711 Texas 42 - Longview, TX
riversidervpark42.com
Shallow Creek RV Resort
(903) 984-4513
5261 HWY 135 N. - Gladewater, TX
shallowcreek.com
Secluded Acres RV
(903) 291-1389
267 Mobil Rd. - Longview, TX
secludedacresrvpark.com
Recreation
Barnwell Mountain Recreational Area
Off-road trails for dirt bikes, UTVs and OHVs - 1,850 acres.
(903) 797-4066
6284 N. SH 155 - Gilmer, TX
barnwellmountainra.com
Gator Run Offroad Park
ATV / Offroad park with variety of terrain types.
(903) 522-1901
CR 2211 E. - Tatum, TX
gatorrunoffroadpark.com
Pink Crown Farms
Hunter/Jumper Equestrian Facility
(903) 663-3015
5781 FM 2879 - Longview, TX
pinkcrownfarms.com
Prairie Creek Sporting Clays
Events, Clinics, Expert Gun Fitting, Gun Sales, Accessories, Ammo, Live Birds, Private Lessons.
(903) 845-6431
15250 CR 3111 - Gladewater, TX
prairiecreekranch.net
Top Shot Range and Guns
Indoor shooting range with 8 shooting lanes, showroom, and training classroom.
(903) 236-7468
5685 SE Loop 281
Triple Creek Ranch ETC
Horse boarding, training & riding lessons.
(903) 235-3127
2115 FM 4505 - Hallsville, TX
triplecreekranchetc.net
COOL DOWN ON THE WATER
Not far from Longview is the East Texas treasure of Caddo Lake –the only natural lake in Texas.
Area Lakes
Longview is centrally located in the East Texas lake country region.
Water skiing, lounging by the lake, camping with your family, canoeing down the river, bird watching, and fishing for the elusive lunker are all exciting outdoor recreational activities which can be enjoyed here.
Area Lakes
Lake O’ The Pines - Longview
(903) 968-8183
Just north of Longview on Hwy 259, Lake O’ the Pines is a popular recreation, fishing and camping lake. Covering 18,700 acres. The lake offers excellent fishing for crappie, bass and channel catfish.
lakeothepines.org
Caddo Lake - Uncertain
The only natural lake in Texas provides a truly unique experience. The 26,000 acres of Caddo Lake are covered with beautiful bald cypress trees, and 42 miles of "boat roads" weaving through the maze of slowmoving bayous.
Lake Fork - Quitman
Located on a tributary of the Sabine River, the 27,690 acre lake provides ideal fishing for bass, blue and channel catfish, bowfin and white crappie.
lakeforktexas.com
Martin Creek Lake - Tatum
Popular with local fishermen and boaters, this 5,020 acre lake holds bass, crappie, bluegill and other panfish.
(903) 836-4336
State Parks
Caddo Lake State Park
(903) 679-3351
Camping, hiking, swimming, picnicking, nature study, fishing, and boating. Canoe rentals, and pontoon boat tours.
tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks
Johnson Creek Recreation Area
(903)755-2435
Camping, hiking, swimming, picnicking, nature study, fishing pier, and boat ramp. Amphitheater and pavilion are available.
Martin Creek Lake State Park
(903) 836-4336
Fishing, camping, picnicking, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife observation and photography.
Tyler State Park
(903) 597-5338
Boating, boat rentals, fishing, birding, picnicking, camping, hiking, mountain biking, paddle boarding, swimming, and nature study.
Get More Outdoors Information
tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks
LONGVIEW WORLD OF WONDERS
Experience the joy of hands-on discovery at this brand new educational museum.
Arts and Entertainment
Longview is a regional destination for live entertainment, world-class museums and nationally known performing artists.
Museums and Education
Longview values the cultural and historical contributions of its citizens past and present.
Gregg
County Historical Museum
The museum is housed in the historic Everett Building in downtown Longview. Many exhibits illustrate the development of Gregg County with numerous artifacts and historic photographs.
(903) 753-5840
214 N. Fredonia St.
gregghistorical.org
Longview Museum of Fine Arts
Longview Museum of Fine Arts exhibits six shows per year, including works from regional and international artists. LMFA also offers art education classes for all ages in the newly added ArtWorks Creative Learning Center.
(903) 753-8103
215 E. Tyler St. lmfa.org
Longview Public Library
Open 7 days a week.
(903) 237-1350
222 W. Cotton St.
longviewtexas.gov/library
R.G. LeTourneau Museum Memorial Student Center
One of the most prolific inventors of oil and earth-moving equipment, the museum contains personal memorabilia of R.G. LeTourneau (1888-1969). Located at LeTourneau University – Free Admission.
(800) 233-3260
2100 S. Mobberly Ave.
letu.edu
Longview World of Wonders: Hands-on Discovery
World of Wonders is a non-profit organization seeking to inspire a life-long love of learning by giving children the opportunity to imagine, create and explore in a hands-on educational environment.
(903) 212-4969
112 E. Tyler St.
longviewwow.org
Learn more about Museums and Education at VisitLongviewTexas.com
The Official Longview Texas Visitor Guide
LONESOME DOVE DRIVE-THRU SAFARI
See over two dozen exotic and endangered species that thrive in an open habitat similar to their native territory.
Family Fun
Air U: Indoor Trampolines
Indoor Trampoline Complex, Foam Pits, and Spring-loaded dodgeball court.
(903) 663-2478
4300 US Hwy. 259 N.
flyairu.com
Arcade
Indoor arcade at Longview Mall
(903) 236-3305
3500 McCann Rd. (Inside Longview Mall)
Chuck-E-Cheese
(903) 234-1111
312 Northwest Loop 281
G-Force
Indoor Kart Racing & Trampoline Complex
(903) 295-6777
4800 Gilmer Rd.
gforcelongview.com
Lazer X
Call or check website for hours and rates.
(903) 757-4544
2523 Judson Rd., Ste. B
lazerxtx.com
Longview Bingo Center
Snack Bar. Open 7 days a week.
(903) 236-8790
4208 W. Loop 281
longviewbingo.com
Lumberjacks
Axe Throwing
(903) 212-2242
204 N Center St
Oil Bowl Lanes
32 Lanes; Auto Scoring; Pro shop
(903) 758-9961
1102 W. Cotton St.
bowllongview.com
Putt-Putt Golf & Games
(903) 759-0416
2630 Bill Owens Pkwy.
putt-puttlongview.com
Zoos and Wildlife
There are several opportunities to interact with wildlife within approximately 45-miles of Longview.
Busy B Ranch Wildlife Park
125 acre drive-thru safari adventure featuring over 50 species of native wildlife & exotic animals from all across the world.
(903) 665-4093
1100 W Prospect Rd, Jefferson, TX 75657
busybranchwildlifepark.com
Caldwell Zoo
85-acre zoo in nearby Tyler with animals from all over the world.
(903) 593-0121
2203 W. MLK Jr. Blvd Tyler, TX 75702
caldwellzoo.org
Cherokee Trace Drive-Thru Safari
300-acre reserve with dozens of endangered & exotic species in Jacksonville, TX.
(903) 683-3322
1200 Co. Rd. 4405 Jacksonville, TX 75766
cherokeetrace.com
Gators and Friends
East of Longview in Greenwood, Louisiana, this wildlife park features alligators in their natural habitat, a petting zoo with tame animals, go-karts, and even a zipline course over the alligators.
(318) 938-1199
11441 US Hwy 80 Greenwood, LA 71033
gatorsandfriends.com
Lazy Z Mini Ranch & Petting
Zoo
Your kiddos will love a trip to Lazy Z. They have a party tent, petting zoo, fishing hole, and hay rides. Themed birthday parties are also available.
(903) 720-0241
3368 A B Carter Rd., Hallsville, TX 75650
Lonesome Dove Drive-Thru Safari
Serene wildlife park nestled in the piney woods approximately 40 minutes north of Longview.
(903) 665-0053
1782 Hwy 59 N. Jefferson, TX
lonesomedovedrivethrusafari.com
ARTSVIEW CHILDREN'S THEATRE
ArtsView nurtures the development of the performing arts in Longview by creating, producing, and performing works that engage people of all ages.
Performing Arts
Arts!Longview
Covering more than 320 acres including downtown Longview and south to LeTourneau University, the cultural district is home to museums, art, restaurants, parks, live music, theater, and historic buildings.
artslongview.com
ArtsView Children’s Theatre
A progressive theatre arts program with casts consisting of children and youth.
(903) 236-7535
313 W. Tyler St.
artsviewchildrenstheatre.com
East Texas Symphonic Band
East Texas Symphonic Band is made up of volunteer musicians who provide concerts to the East Texas community.
(903) 297-0845
etsymphonicband.com
LeTourneau University’s S.E. Belcher Chapel and Performance Center
The Belcher Center is the premier performance center for the city of Longview that attracts Broadway shows and world-class performers.
(903) 233-3080
2100 S. Mobberly Ave.
belchercenter.com
Longview Ballet Theatre
A group of innovative and dedicated people with a love and passion for the art of classical dance.
(903) 758-3822
longviewballet.org
Longview Symphony
This professional symphony hosts several major concerts and a chamber music concerts each year. Advanced reservations are suggested.
(903) 236-9739
longviewsymphony.org
Theatre Longview
This company engages, inspires, entertains and challenges audiences, while training and supporting the next generation of theater artists.
(903) 387-3736
theatrelongview.com
Art Studios
ArtWorks Creative
Learning Center
Artist workshops, Drawing & Painting classes and parties.
(903) 753-8103
225 E. Tyler St.
lmfa.org
Create Art
Canvas painting, paint bisque ware, fused glass tile, silver jewelry.
(903) 212-5252
4315 Gilmer Rd.
The Mud Hut
Pottery, art lessons, classes and parties.
(903) 248-9222
103 W. Loop 281 Suite 410
themudhutlongview.com
Painting with a Twist
It’s a little bit of paint, a little bit of wine, and a whole lot of fun!
(903) 236-8585
100 Tall Pines Ave. #5
paintingwithatwist.com
Escape Rooms
Longview Escape Room
(903) 747-7994
3506 W. Loop 281
longviewescaperoom.com
Movie Theaters
AMC Classic Longview 10
(903) 758-7511
201 Tall Pines Ave.
amctheatres.com
Regal Longview & RPX
(844) 462-7342
3070 N. Eastman Rd.
regmovies.com
Bodacious Bar-B-Q on Mobberly is my favorite! It is the best BBQ in the world.
I'm not exaggerating. No really, I'm not.
I love the brisket, sausage, and ribs.
– Vance Freeman
Local Flavors Guide
East Texas is filled with a delicious variety of cuisine that comes from the diverse mix of cultures that call the Piney Woods home.
ASIAN
Chiangmai Thai Kitchen
103 W. Loop 281, Ste. 430 (903) 663-6622
China Max
3500 McCann Rd. (in the mall)
Evergreen Food Factory
1402 W. Marshall Ave. (903) 470-0342
Fuji Japanese
3098 N. Eastman Rd., Ste. 106 (903) 663-9888
Goung Zhou
2992 Judson Rd., Ste. 103 (903) 247-8000
King Buffett
440 W. Loop 281 (903) 757-8883
Kobee Japanese
Steak House
401 N. Spur 63 (903) 753-5500
Kumori RestaurantJapanese
105 Ruthlynn Dr. (903) 808-5769
Lil Thai House
212 N. Fredonia St. (903) 236-0155
Magic China
1903 Gilmer Rd. (903) 759-6699
New Hupei Chinese
421 N. Spur 63 (903) 753-3020
Pacific Asian Market
2305 Gilmer Rd. (903) 258-2526
Pho Saigon
Noodle Soup & Grill
2655 Bill Owens Pkwy. (903) 291-1459
Pho Vietnamese
417 N. High St. (903) 234-1600
Panda Korea
420 N. High St. (903) 757-9137
Ramen Saikou
1426 McCann Rd. (903) 931-3359
Shogun of Japan
1313 W. Loop 281 (903) 295-3001
Teriyaki Madness
2525 Judson Rd.
Coming Soon
Sumo Japanese Grill 1301 McCann Rd. (903) 918-2955
BAKERIES
Auntie Anne’s
3500 McCann Rd. (903) 753-7786
The Butcher Shop
102 Lehigh St. (903) 758-6066
La Cabane De Dessert
4315 Gilmer Rd. (903) 212-5253
Crumbl Cookies 3098 N. Eastman Rd., Ste 108 (430) 215-3144
Edible Art
504 W. South St. (903) 234-2114
Fabulous Cookies
Call Ahead Orders Only (903) 758-9505
Golden Flake Bakery
894 Pine Tree Rd. (903) 759-0086
Great American Cookie Company
3500 McCann Rd. (903) 753-1984
Small Cakes
3400 N. 4th St. (903) 663-2640
BAR & GRILL
Backstreet Grill
214 W. Methvin St. (903) 758-6160
Buffalo Wild Wings
3072 N. Eastman Rd. (903) 663-3151
Lone Star Ice House
1016 McCann Rd. (903) 753-5885
Memphis Bar & Grill
203 N. Spur 63 (903) 553-1518
Page Pub & Pizzeria
2647 Bill Owens Pkwy. (903) 297-8122
Savor Some Brews & Sips
Both Silver Grizzly and Oil Horse in Downtown Longview are fun hangout spots right across the street from each other. Downtown Longview is a great area to bring friends or meet new people.
– Nic Trent
BARBECUE
Adam’s Rib
102 Jet Dr. (903) 643-9191
Bodacious Bar-B-Q (3 locations)
2227 S. Mobberly Ave. (903) 753-8409
904 N. 6th St. (903) 753-2714
1300 NW. Loop 281 (903) 759-3914
Boxcar BBQ
2902 A Gilmer Rd. (903) 759-1911
Carter’s Barbecue
519 S. Eastman Rd. (903) 236-3271
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit
1903 W. Loop 281 (972) 248-9899
Sunbird Barbecue
415 N High St. (903) 399-6562
Texas Best Smokehouse
3302 S. Eastman Rd. (903) 248-4304
Unc’s BBQ
1511 E Marshall Ave. (903) 236-3122
Uncle James BBQ
1511 E Marshall Ave (903) 452-4830
COFFEE SHOPS
7Brew
3611 McCann Rd. (479) 358-9274
Joe Muggs
422 W. Loop 281 (903) 753-1411
Chuggs Tea & Water Co. 1026 McCann Rd. 903-212-2135
Coffee & T’s 716 Glencrest Lane, Suite D (903) 237-9625
Coffee Mill
2001 Gilmer Rd. (903) 759-7373
Dutch Brothers
2 Locations Coming Soon
301 E Loop 281 1500 W. Loop 281
Evergreen Coffee & Dessert 1111 Evergreen St. (903) 331-6059
HTeaO
2000 Toler Rd. (430) 201-4334
Mafia St Vape & Brew 906 W Loop 281 (903) 212-0019
Scooters Coffee
Coming Soon
3817 W Marshall Ave.
Silver Grizzly Espresso 100 W. Tyler St. (903) 309-2766
Starbucks (7 locations)
407 W. Loop 281 (903) 663-1780
3073 N. Eastman Rd. (903) 663-4583
707 W. Marshall Ave. (430) 216-0707
2105 Gilmer Road (903) 686-0477
Starbucks (cont.)
Coming Soon
3620 Estes Pkwy. (430) 240-0900
In Target 3092 N. Eastman Rd., Ste. 100 (903) 323-5000
In Courtyard by Marriott 1125 E Hawkins Pkwy. (903) 230-2700
Uncle Joe's Coffee & Co. 711 Estes Dr., Ste 100 (903) 261-4901
Yukon Coffee 3105 Nealy Way (903) 331-4049
DELI / CAFE
Bel's Diner
2600 S. MLK Jr. Blvd. (903) 234-0443
The Bistro at Courtyard by Marriott 1125 E. Hawkins Pkwy
Deb’s Downtown Café 103 W. Tyler St. (903) 234-2823
It’ll Do Deli 716 W. Marshall (903) 753-6000
Jack’s Natural Foods
400 E. Loop 281 (903) 758-9777
Jason’s Deli
103 W. Loop 281 (903) 663-5161
McAlister’s Deli
2804 Judson Rd. (903) 663-6868
Moose Market 1403 Clearwood (903) 753-8300
Nanny Goats Café 1401 Judson Rd. (903) 653-4801
Newk’s Express Café
110 E. Loop 281 (903) 753-7000
Panera Bread
481 E. Loop 281 (903) 663-5200
Roost
310 E. Hawkins Pkwy., #102 (430) 625-7373
Solo Sandwich Co. Coming Soon 300 Tyler St.
FAMILY DINING
Applebee’s
101 W. Loop 281 (903) 663-1267
City Diner
1226 W. Marshall Ave. (903) 234-9926
BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse
314 W. Loop 281 (903) 686-2190
Buster’s Fried Chicken and Funnel Cakes
510 N. Spur 63, Ste. 100 (281) 451-8309
The Butcher Shop 102 Lehigh St. (903) 758-6066
Bubba's 33
200 E. Loop 281 (903) 232-1606
Cheddar’s
Scratch Kitchen
3074 N. Eastman Rd. (903) 663-6660
Chili’s 2800 Judson Rd. (903) 663-2221
Cotton Patch 1228 McCann Rd. (903) 236-4009
Cowboy Chicken
3080 N. Eastman Rd., Ste. 100 (903) 663-0777
Cracker Barrel 822 S. Access Rd. (903) 553-1314
Denny’s 2126 S. Eastman Rd. (903) 234-0266
Divine Catering 1310 S. Mobberly Ave. (903) 234-8881
Fat Boyzzz 607 N Access Rd. (903) 619-3301
Flying Burger and Seafood
322 E. Hawkins Pkwy (903) 475-1537
Frenchy's
2338 Mobberly Ave. (903) 212-0568
Garden Grille at the Hilton Garden Inn 905 E. Hawkins Pkwy
Golden Corral 114. E. Loop 281 (903) 234-8736
IHOP
203 E. Loop 281 (903) 663-9552
Jucy’s Hamburgers (3 locations)
2701 N. Eastman Rd. (903) 758-9056
816 W. Marshall Ave. (903) 753-8993
3356 Gilmer Rd. (903) 212-8880
Lambortini Bar and Grill at the Holiday Inn 300 Tuttle Circle
Lizzy’s Diner 1301 Judson Rd. (903) 663-1154
Waffle House (2 locations)
318 E. Loop 281 (903) 234-1010
3107 Estes Pkwy. (903) 757-4060
Wing Stop (2 locations)
1723 W. Loop 281 (903) 291-9464
518 E. Loop 281 (903) 753-9464
Divine Catering
Divine Catering is always my suggestion when friends visit the area. When I do, their response is always positive because it's the greatest southern cooking in East Texas.
– Greg Muckelroy
Lil Thai House
Lil’ Thai House is the best! My go-to order is a basil chicken stir-fry w/spicy egg rolls and a Thai tea. Their food is authentic Thai, is scrumptious, and gives you just the right kick! You can’t go wrong here!
– Grace Jackson
FINER DINING
Café Barron’s
405 W. Loop 281 (903) 663-2060
Judd’s Downtown
117 E. Tyler St. (903) 212-8388
Scottie's Bistro 1188 E Hawkins Pkwy (430) 625-7310
Tomboni’s 1811A Judson Rd. (903) 452-7492
FOOD TRUCKS
Crawfish Cartel (903) 806-2228
Ginos Tacos (903) 240-2326
Kona Ice of Longview (903) 431-1165
Koolicious
Koolaid Pickles (903) 215-6201
Lil' Drizzlers Mini Donuts (903) 746-7405
Phill’n Station (903) 833-4044
Renee's Snoballs (903) 452-3523
Rolling Smokes BBQ (903) 731-3318
Street Licious (903) 261-0468
Sweet Ride (903) 283-1900
Taylor's Street Grill (903) 261-9402
The Twisted Chef (210) 850-1819
FROZEN TREATS
Andy's Custard
610 E Hawkins Pkwy (417) 881-3500
Bombongo
Ice Cream Shop
2502 Estes Pkwy. (903) 423-2354
Diddy’s Yogurt Shoppe
305 W. Loop 281, Ste. 107 (903) 646-0783
Menchie's Frozen Yogurt
310 E. Hawkins Pkwy., Ste. 100 (430) 625-8053
Shivers Natural Snow 5651 US-259 N.
Wild Honey Creamery (2 locations)
108 E. Tyler St. (903) 364-6639
405 W. Loop 281, Ste. L (903) 364-6639
ITALIAN
Milano’s RestaurantFamily
1405 W. Loop 281 (903) 230-5330
Olive Garden
104 W. Loop 281 (903) 236-0141
Roma's Italian Kitchen
102 E. Tyler St. (430) 625-7240
Tuscan Pig
401 S. High St. (903) 651-1833
MEXICAN
Alberto's Tacos & Tamales
401 W. Hawkins Pkwy. (903) 458-5852
Benis Mexican Restaurant
3919 Gilmer Rd. (430) 625-3529
Chipotle Mexican Grill
415 E. Loop 281 (903) 663-7664
Chuy’s
208 E. Loop 281 (430) 242-7771
Don Benito’s
410 W. Loop 281 (903) 236-3491
Fuzzy's Taco Shop
310 E. Hawkins Pkwy. (903) 663-7545
Jalapeño Tree
508 N. Eastman Rd. (903) 757-4221
Jocelyn's Mexican Grill
1009 Wal St., Ste 101 (903) 212-1079
Jucy's Taco (3 locations)
2609 Judson Rd. (903) 553-4948
4002 Estes Pkwy. (903) 212-6200
1470 W. Marshall Ave. (903) 234-9667
Little Mexico
2517 Judson Rd. (903) 758-2194
Lovely Eatery
1009 E. Marshall Ave. (903) 387-2973
Maria's Kitchen
4905-4907 Estes Pkwy. (903) 235-2217
Maria's Hot Tamales
5651 US-259 (903) 291-7513
Matamoros Taqueria
4982 TX-149 (903) 371-3768
Mi Casita
324 N. Spur 63 (903) 758-8226
La Michoacana
Meat Market
1419 S. Green St. (903) 757-2900
On the Border Mexican Grill & Cantina
200 W. Loop 281 (903) 781-3095
Panaderia Nuevo Leon
1925 E. Marshall Ave. (903) 236-0447
Paleteria & Taco Shop
Las Fresas 2 4517 W. Marshall Ave. (903) 212-7316
Papacita’s
305 W. Loop 281 (903) 663-1700
Los Papagallo's 1620 S. Green St. (903) 212-2808
Pazitivo Inspired Kitchen 2385 Smelley Rd B
El Pollo
2808 W. Loop 281 (903) 297-4500
El Pollo Cachucon (2 locations)
2820 W. Loop 281 (903) 297-4500
1700 S. Green St. (903) 757-3500
Posado’s 110 Triple Creek (903) 234-9115
El Puerto Tampico
3303 W. Loop 281 (903) 297-8895
El Ranchero Loco 2021 S. High St. (903) 746-5876
Mi Ranchito 1409 Pine Tree Rd. (903) 576-7618
El Ray Mexican Grill 1015 E. Marshall Ave. (903) 625-7269
El Rincon 1709 S. Mobberly Ave. (903) 236-9042
El Sombrero 2005 Toler Rd. (903) 553-0050
T. Blanco’s Mexican Café 1045 Gardiner Mitchell Pkwy. (903) 643-0100
Taco Cabana 411 E. Loop 281 Ste. A (903) 686-2002
Tacos Goyo 717 TX-31 (903) 236-3317
Taco's Lucerito 2065 S. High St (903) 236-3070
Tacos Y Mariscos El Cancun 1405 S. High St. (903) 234-2676
Taqueria Alondritas 2309 N. Eastman Rd. (430) 625-7015
Taqueria Jalisco 4712 Estes Pkwy. (903) 445-6856
Taqueria Mito's 3704 Estes Pkwy. (903) 807-9397
El Taquito 1010 S. Mobberly Ave. (903) 234-0211
Tele’s Mexican Restaurant 1700 Judson Rd. (903) 553-9833
Tortas y Tacos el Patron 2504 Estes Pkwy. (903) 423-9947
Tortilleria Y Taqueria Palacios 2 1601 E. Marshall Ave. (903) 553-9446
Pizza King
I’m a pizza lover and I’m 100% obsessed with both the pizza and the vibe. There’s no place like it! It’s unique, inexpensive, and always worth the trip.
– Kristin Koonce
Enoch's Stomp
Enoch's Stomp is a treasure for me. It's a quick drive and the view are spectacular. You see a lake and rolling, verdant hills. There's nothing like watching the sunset over the lake.
– Linda Fullman
NIGHTLIFE
Daiquiri Express
327 TX-63 Spur (903) 757-3120
3020 S. Eastman Rd. (903) 232-1775
Electric Cowboy
1016 McCann Rd. (903) 753-5885
Greenside
Beverage Company
102 N Green St (903) 235-5134
Kokomo Theatre
2400 W Marshall Ave. (903) 918-2132
The Lodge Sports Bar & Billards
501 TX-63 Spur (903) 236-5002
Lone Star Ice House
1016 McCann Rd (903) 753-5885
Memphis Bar & Grill
203 N. Spur 63 (903) 553-1518
Oil Horse Brewing Co.
101 W. Tyler St. (903) 241-4686
Oilwell Club
1401 W Cotton St. (430) 625-7833
Outlaws Longview Bar
1315 E. Marshall Ave. (903) 236-9132
Rack and Roll
Beer and Billiards
217 W. Tyler St. (903) 714-3986
Rainbow Members Club
203 N High St
Texas Player's Club
300 TX-63 Spur (903) 238-8988
PIZZA
CiCi’s
2503 Judson Rd. (903) 236-6804
Domino’s Pizza (3 locations)
110 Triple Creek Dr. (903) 753-8939
2906 Gilmer Rd. (903) 291-0810
711 Estes Dr., Ste. 101 (903) 553-9110
Little Caesar’s (3 Locations)
1809 W. Loop 281 (903) 295-0111
1201 E. Marshall Ave., Ste. B (903) 753-9000
2430 S. High St. Ste. E10 (903) 353-9230
Papa John’s (2 locations)
905 E. Marshall Ave. (903) 242-9090
1409C W. Loop 281 (903) 759-8899
Marco’s Pizza 1753 NW. Loop 281 (903) 759-8000
Pietro’s Pizzeria & Café
2418 Gilmer Rd. (903) 295-7900
Pizza Hut (3 locations)
2106 Judson Rd. (903) 758-8111
1906 E. Marshall Ave. (903) 753-2234
2100 Gilmer Rd. (903) 297-4771
Pizza King
1100 E. Marshall Ave. (903) 753-0912
Pizza King ToGo 3302 Fourth St.
Rotolo's Pizzeria
3407 N. Fourth St. #101 (903) 212-7448
SEAFOOD & CAJUN
Cace's Kitchen
104 N Green St (903) 212-7720
The Catch 3312 N. Fourth St., Ste. 101 (903) 663-3940
Dudley's 1609 E. Marshall Ave. (903) 806-1231
Duke’s Fish Shack 1037 Gardiner Mitchell Pkwy. (903) 643-0283
Fisherman’s Market 116 Johnston St., Ste. F (903) 753-6722
Louisiana Cajun Cafe & Daiquiris
409 W. Loop 281, Ste. 105 (430) 625-7249
Mighty Crab Seafood Restaurant and Bar
3213 N. Fourth St. (903) 234-8888
Red Lobster 3515 McCann Rd. (903) 757-6939
Sam's Southern Eatery 1023 E. Marshall Ave. (903) 236-2552
STEAK HOUSES
Leon’s Steakhouse Saloon 2112 S. Eastman Rd. (903) 753-9415
Outback Steakhouse
501 E. Loop 281 (903) 663-6373
Saltgrass Steakhouse 411 E Loop 281 (903) 232-1513
Texas Roadhouse
320 E. Loop 281 (903) 757-6006
East Texas Wine Country
Get lost in the beauty of the East Texas on your next visit to one of these enchanting wineries & vineyards. Check out PineyWoodsWineTrail.com for more information about all East Texas wineries, events, and news.
Britt's Wine and Dine
400 N Garcia St. (833) 427-4887
Enoch’s Stomp Vineyard and Winery 871 Ferguson Rd. (CR-4312) Harleton, TX (903) 240-1587
Fairhaven Vineyards
5340 S. FM 2869, Hawkins, TX (903) 769-4616
Los Pinos Ranch Vineyards
658 CR 1334, Pittsburg, TX (903) 855-1769
Rowdy Creek Ranch
4048 Hwy. 300, Gilmer, TX rowdycreekranch.com
Walkers Mill Vineyard & Winery
12983 FM 449, Hallsville, TX (903) 619-0012
Explore the East Texas Wine Country VisitLongviewTexas.com
FESTIVALS & CONCERTS
Longview hosts many festivals and events geared around music and family fun.
Event Guide
Longview is home to exciting events throughout the year – everything from outdoor concerts to historical reenactments. Start your next adventure with a Real East Texas event!
JANUARY
Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Community celebration featuring concert, parade, festival, and ecumenical service.
FEBRUARY
Big Techs Tours
Explore factory tours to see how the world’s largest front-end loader is built and to learn about the amazing stuff made in Longview.
Freeze Your Fanny Bike Ride & Run
10 – 50 mile rides plus a 5K and 10K run. Offers rest stops with water, fruit, and plenty of homemade cookies. SAG support is provided.
Kilgore to Longview Run
An 11-mile race between neighboring cities hosted by Longview Running Club.
MARCH
Annual LETU Car Show
The LeTourneau University Automotive Society presents their Annual Car Show with proceeds furthering missions around the world.
Zonta Antiques Show & Sale
Thousands of visitors can find those one-of-a-kind collectibles at this major antiquing-circuit show featuring 50 plus quality dealers.
A beautiful, peaceful space in an unexpected place… I highly recommend.
– Kristy Ray
APRIL
Chautauqua Festival
The Longview Public Library hosts this free event celebrating diverse culture with music, performances, local authors, and artists.
Dalton Days & Wild West Show
The dramatic re-enactment of the famous Dalton Gang Bank Robbery plus a wild west show, petting zoo, activities for the kids, and so much more. This event kicks off western week in Longview.
Harvest Festival Crawfish Boil
Annual Crawfish Boil to benefit the Harvest Festival Scholarship Program. All you can eat & drink, crawfish, catfish and all the trimmings, with a live cajun band.
Longview PRCA Rodeo
Bull riding, calf roping, mutton busting, stick horse racing, saddle bronc, bareback, and team roping.
Longview Triathlon
Put your fitness to the test in this Sprint Triathlon hosted at the Christus Good Shepherd Institute for Healthy Living.
Longview Wine Swirl
Stroll through downtown tasting the flavors of Texas wine, local food trucks, and gourmet food vendors.
Taste of Longview
Sample delicious foods from local vendors and restaurants.
JUNE
Great Texas Balloon Race
The official “Balloon Capital of Texas” hosts this three-day world class balloon competition with 80-plus sport and special shape balloons, concerts, food, and exhibits. An annual crowd favorite is the event’s “balloon glow.”
Longview Pride Festival
LGBT festival with music, vendors, and inclusive activities.
JULY
Fireworks & Freedom Celebration
Enjoy amusement rides, live music, food and beverages, vendors, and a variety of other entertainment. Festivities take place throughout the day with a gigantic fireworks show set to patriotic music beginning at dark.
Longview Kennel Club Dog Show
Purebred dogs attract enthusiasts from across the U. S. as Longview conducts this American Kennel Club show.
AUGUST
Grape Stomp at Enoch’s Stomp
Help harvest and stomp grapes, plus enjoy music, food, and contests during the annual Enoch’s Stomp Harvest Festival in late July and August.
LIVE MUSIC ON HERITAGE PLAZA
A great way to end the week; live music, food trucks, and ice-cold beverages out in the open air.
SEPTEMBER
Gregg County Fair
The Longview Jaycees present a week-long, old-fashioned family friendly county fair with carnival rides, games, exhibits, and plenty of food at the Gregg County Fairgrounds.
Landmarks of Longview Architecture Home Tour
This annual tour features several homes of architectural interest in Longview.
Neal McCoy’s East Texas Angel Network
Benefit Concert
Country music star and Longview resident Neal McCoy, and his celebrity friends, give this concert to raise money which provides assistance to children with serious illnesses.
OCTOBER
HomebierFest
A downtown Oktoberfest-style event, visitors enjoy the unique and varied flavors of beers made by home-brewing enthusiasts from across East Texas.
Harvest Festival & Livestock Show
The largest show of its kind in East Texas, the Texas Cooperative Extension Office junior livestock show and sale is the highlight of the year for area 4H and FFA members.
Haunted Houses and Zipline with the Zombies
Longview gets spooky with hair-raising activities at various venues like the Haunted Library, Graystone Haunted Manor, Doc Wilkes House of Horrors, and Thomas Falls Outdoor Adventures Zipline with the Zombies.
Longview Wine Festival
Benefitting the East Texas Alzheimer’s Alliance, the festival showcases area wineries as well as music, food, and vendors.
Touch A Truck
Unique community event designed for children and adults to see, touch, learn, and interact with fascinating vehicles like fire trucks, cranes, dump trucks, school buses, helicopters, and more.
NOVEMBER
Downtown Christmas Tree Lighting
Longview celebrates the lighting of the Christmas tree with a visit from Santa Claus, holiday music, and other festivities.
DECEMBER
Carmela’s Magical Santa Land
Located just north of Longview, several acres are transformed into a free drive-thru Christmas wonderland of lights.
Christmas in Downtown Longview
December is filled with lots of fun activities in Downtown Longview like the Christmas Parade, Living History Christmas at the Gregg County Historical Museum, Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus, a Model Train exhibit, ArtWalk, and a Christmas Village Exhibit.
ArtWalkDowntown
I love going to Artwalk. You can get "all cultured up" while walking around and visiting with people.
– Gai Bennett
SEASONAL
ArtWalk
Downtown businesses exhibit and sell art during a self-guided tour. Held in April, July, October, and December. Check out artwalklongview.com for dates and a map of the artist locations.
Downtown Live - Spring & Fall
Everything you need for a fun Friday night: live music, food trucks, ice-cold beverages, and a beautiful outdoor setting in downtown Longview's Heritage Plaza. Free event.
Historic Longview Farmer's Market
A project of Preservation Longview, this downtown market is held on Saturdays from spring to fall, depending on local crops. Provides opportunity to buy locally grown produce directly from the farmers as well as other local farm and specialty products. historiclongviewfarmersmarket.com
Longview Arboretum Concerts - Spring & Fall
Thursday nights in the spring and fall, Longview Arboretum hosts outdoor concerts in the gardens where guests are welcome to bring a picnic meal and enjoy a wide variety of musical artists. For tickets and schedules, visit LongviewArboretum.org.
Planning an Event?
If you are planning a meeting or an event, let the Longview Convention and Visitor Bureau assist! Finding the perfect venue can be daunting, but with our extensive knowledge of local spaces we can help you find your ideal location. If you need additional help planning your event, our team can provide you with services to ensure a productive convention, meeting or event. Call us today at (903) 239-5537.
Hotel Guide
Hotel Address
NORTH LONGVIEW
Best Western 310 E. Loop 281
Candlewood Suites 2904 Tuttle Blvd.
Comfort Suites Longview North 3307 N. Fourth St.
Courtyard Marriott 1125 E. Hawkins Pkwy.
Fairfield Inn By Marriott 3305 N. Fourth St.
Hampton Inn & Suites North 3044 N. Eastman Rd.
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham 3211 Hotel Way
Hilton Garden Inn 905 E. Hawkins Pkwy.
Holiday Inn North 300 Tuttle Circle
Holiday Inn Express North 431 NE Loop 281
HomeTown Inn & Suites 2700 N. Eastman Rd.
LaQuinta Inn & Suites North 908 E. Hawkins Pkwy.
Staybridge Suites 3409 N. Fourth St.
Tru by Hilton 3037 N. Eastman Rd.
Wingate by Wyndham 615 City Center Way
CENTRAL LONGVIEW
Economy Inn 4700 W. Marshall Ave.
Executive Inn and Suites 1905 E. Marshall Ave.
Homewood Suites by Hilton 205 N. Spur 63 @ Hwy. 80
Imperial 400 Motor Inn 1019 E. Marshall Ave.
Majestic Inn 1409 E. Marshall Ave.
Motel 6 419 N. Spur 63
Studio 6 717 State Hwy. 31
Super 8 Longview North 203 N. Spur 63 @ Hwy. 80
SOUTH LONGVIEW / I-20
America’s Best Value Inn & Suites 3100 Estes Parkway
Baymont Inn & Suites 502 S. Access Rd.
Best Western Plus 900 S. Access Rd.
Days Inn 112 S. Access Rd.
Guest Inn 605 N. Access Rd.
Holiday Inn Express South 711 N. Access Rd.
Knight Inn & Suites 3103 Estes Parkway
LaQuinta Inn & Suites South 3416 Martin Luther King Blvd.
Motel 6 110 S. Access Rd.
Quality Inn & Suites 803 N. Access Rd.
Red Roof Inn and Suites 707 N Access Rd.
Super 8 Motel 3304 S. Eastman Rd.
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