Discover the top things to do in Amarillo, like visiting Cadillac Ranch

The Country Inn & Suites offers easy access to Amarillo’s top things to do, starting with a memorable photo session at Cadillac Ranch or a stroll through the Amarillo Botanical Gardens, both about five minutes away. Next door to the gardens, you can spark your children’s curiosity in the sciences at Don Harrington Discovery Center or spend a hot afternoon cooling off in the water features at Medical Center Park. Need some excitement? Ride the coasters at Wonderland Amusement Park or traverse the stunning landscape at Palo Duro Canyon State Park on foot or horseback. In the evening, you can freshen up in your hotel room before heading out to a concert at Amarillo Civic Center Complex or a romantic dinner downtown.

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Amarillo Civic Center Complex

6.25 mi / 10.06 km from the hotel
Cheer on the Amarillo Bulls during a thrilling hockey game, visit a convention, or witness an exciting concert at this expansive complex.

Amarillo Botanical Gardens

1.42 mi / 2.29 km from the hotel
Stroll among thousands of flowers, plants, and trees at this 4.4-acre garden. If you’re visiting during the Christmas holidays, don’t miss the seasonal light display.

American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum

7.4 mi / 11.9 km from the hotel
You can learn about the history of the world’s most popular breed of horse at this museum offering rotating exhibits and interactive presentations.

Cal Farley's

5.41 mi / 8.7 km from the hotel
Tour the ranch or attend the annual rodeo to support this charitable organization that seeks to empower children and young adults.

Don Harrington Discovery Center

1.59 mi / 2.56 km from the hotel
Interactive exhibits like the Imagination Playground and the Space Theater planetarium invite kids to experiment with biology, engineering, and astronomy.

Downtown Amarillo

5.99 mi / 9.65 km from the hotel
Attend a performance at the Amarillo Little Theatre, the Amarillo Opera, or the Amarillo Symphony. You can also shop at local boutiques and dine at regional restaurants.

Palo Duro Canyon State Park

21.14 mi / 34.01 km from the hotel
Called the “Grand Canyon of Texas,” Palo Duro Canyon State Park features more than 30 miles of trails for hiking, cycling, or horseback riding. In the summer you can attend Texas, a family-friendly outdoor musical drama.

Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum

14.65 mi / 23.58 km from the hotel
Explore Native American culture, the story of oil, and the impact of the World Wars on Texas at this diverse museum with exhibits that span 14,000 years of history.

Amarillo Tri-State Exposition

7.99 mi / 12.86 km from the hotel
The home of the famous Tri-State Fair & Rodeo, this exposition center also hosts other events like livestock shows, chili cook-offs, and monster truck rallies.

Westgate Mall

0.74 mi / 1.19 km from the hotel
Browse more than 100 stores, including American Eagle, Dillard's, and Eddie Bauer, at Amarillo’s largest mall.

Wonderland Amusement Park

7.01 mi / 11.28 km from the hotel
From kid-friendly rides to roller coasters like the Texas Tornado, this local amusement park offers attractions to keep families busy all day.