Visit El Paso

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Scenic Drive

Address: The drive is accessible via Richmond and Louisville avenues to the east, and East Rim Road and Robinson Avenue to the west.

Why we love it: El Paso has beautiful mountains. If you take a drive up scenic drive, there is a parking area at the summit gives you a great view of El Paso and Juarez. By day, you can see miles and miles of both cities. By night, you can see endless twinkling lights.

El Paso Saddleblanket Co.

Address: 6926 Gateway East, El Paso, Texas, 79915

Phone number: 915-544-1000

Hours: Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Website: http://www.elpasosaddleblanket.com

Why we love it: With Juarez out of the question due to obvious safety concerns, the El Paso Saddleblanket is the best place to purchase Southwestern and Mexican arts, crafts and pottery at great prices. The store used to be limited to wholesale purchases, but now anyone can tour their facility and purchase items.

Plaza Theater

Address: 125 Pioneer Plaza, El Paso, Texas, 79901

Phone: 915-534-0600

Website: http://theplazatheatre.org

Why we love it: Tours of the historic theater in the heart of Downtown El Paso are available on select dates. Visit the theater's website for more information on upcoming shows and access to the facility.

Mission Trail

Addresses:

• Ysleta Mission, 131 South Zaragoza Rd., El Paso, Texas, 79907
• Socorro Misson, 328 S. Nevarez Rd, Socorro, Texas, 79927
• San Elizario Mission, 1521 San Elizario Road, San Elizario, Texas, 79849
• Licon Dairy, 11951 Glorietta Road, San Elizario, Texas, 79849
• Cattleman's Steakhouse at Indian Cliff's Ranch, 4.5 miles north of I-10 on San Felipe, Fabens, Texas, 79838

Websites:

• http://ysletamission.org
• http://www.nps.gov/nr/travel/tx/tx1.htm
• http://www.cr.nps.gov/nr/travel/tx/tx4.htm
• http://www.licondairy.com/index.html
• http://www.cattlemansranch.com
• http://www.elpasosouthwest.com/dat.asp?pgcode=3700

Why we love it: El Paso is home to three of the oldest missions in the United States. The missions feature beautiful architecture and offer insight into the region's history. Nearby Licon Dairy offers some of the best asadero cheese Iliana has ever tasted. The dairy also has an extensive outdoor petting zoo. Finally, Aaron loves the food at Cattleman's Steakhouse that has been featured on the Travel Channel. Ysleta is the closest mission to the heart of the city. It will likely take half a day visit all three venues on the Mission Trail.

Chamizal National Memorial

Address: 800 South San Marcial Street, El Paso, Texas, 79905

Hours: Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Website: http://www.nps.gov/cham/index.htm

Why we love it: The Chamizal National Memorial was established in 1963 to commemorate peaceful relations between the United States and Mexico. The museum features art from the region.

The Outlet Shoppes at El Paso

Address: 7051 S Desert Blvd, Canutillo, Texas, 79835

Hours: Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Why we love it: We don't really love the outlet malls, but we figured we would pass along the information in case you wanted to shop at the new outlet mall near far west El Paso.

Visit Albuquerque

Albuquerque is about 3.5 to 4 hours north El Paso. If you're coming from Albuquerque, you must know it's a short trip to El Paso and we'd be thrilled to have you join us for the wedding. If you have never been to Albuquerque, we encourage to you head up there while you're in the neighborhood. We loved our time in New Mexico, and we think you'll enjoy it too.

Kiki's Restaurant

Address: 2719 N. Piedras, El Paso, Texas, 79930

Phone number: 915-565-6713

Website: http://www.kikisrestaurant.com

Hours: Sunday through Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday through Saturday from 10:30 a.m. until 10 p.m.

Why we love it: Aaron says it's the best Mexican food in the city. Iliana loves it, but couldn't possibly pick her favorite Mexican restaurant in El Paso with so many great options.

Rudy's Country Store

Address: Multiple locations, including 7970 Gateway East Blvd., El Paso, TX 79907

Phone number: 915-591-4877

Website: http://www.rudys.com/SearchResults.aspx?q=all

Hours: Sunday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Why we love it: Delicious Texas barbecue!

L&J Cafe

Address: 3622 East Missouri Avenue, El Paso, Texas, 79903

Phone number: 915-566-8148

Website: http://www.landjcafe.com

Hours: Monday through Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Why we love it: Great Mexican restaurant next to a cemetery. The bar can get a little rowdy at night.

Great American Land & Cattle Co.

Address: There are many locations, but we recommend the Northeast location if you've got time for the drive. 9800 Gateway Blvd. N., El Paso, Texas, 79924

Phone number: 915-759-9314

Website: https://grtamerican.com/store/catalog/contact_us.php

Hours: Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Why we love it: Good barbeque and great view of the Mountains

Jaxon's

Address: Many locations. Closest to the airport: 1135 Airway Blvd., El Paso, Texas, 79925.

Phone number: 915-778-9696

Website: http://www.jaxons.com/locations.sstg

Hours: Sunday through Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Why we love it: Iliana thinks the tortilla soup is awesome. Other things on the menu taste delicious too.

La Tapatia

Address: 8941 Old County Drive, El Paso, Texas, 79907

Phone: 915-859-9616

Website: http://www.yelp.com/biz/la-tapatia-inc-el-paso

Hours: Monday through Sunday 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Why we love it: If you visit the Missions, check out this family restaurant. Iliana loves the limonada and everything else on the menu.