Should I spend 1, 2, or 3 days in El Paso?

Should you spend 1, 2, or 3 days in El Paso?

Many visitors spend one to two days in El Paso during their trip. If you're not sure how much time you might need here, we have the answers because your journey calls for making the most of every moment. The city offers the chance to spend time at the museums, dine out at amazing restaurants, enjoy an evening out, and find the best deals at the shops.

El Paso is the largest city in West Texas by population. It's located on the left bank of the Rio Grande and it is surrounded by desert landscapes and unique ecosystems. There are several good museums around town, as well as great Mexican food and friendly people.

Do you have one or two days to visit El Paso? Here's our comprehensive breakdown of how much time you might need for your trip along with some suggestions for things to do.

Is one day enough time in El Paso?

El Paso isn't a particularly popular city for tourists, despite having some sights and attractions worth seeing. One day is probably not enough time here even though it's not the largest of cities. You might feel rushed to see the main attractions of El Paso such as the famous sights and museums, the food, the nightlife scene, and the quaint shops. To thoroughly enjoy all that the city has to offer, you'll probably want more time. Most travelers schedule one to two days to fully experience the low-key city. Nevertheless, if time is of the essence, we have some nice suggestions for your visit.

How to spend a day in El Paso

This city offers some good museums and historic landmarks, so it's worth your time to spend a day exploring a few of them. Pick the ones that appeal to you the most and get started. Visitors can learn about local art, culture, and history at the El Paso Museum of Art, the El Paso Museum of History, the 1st Armored Division and Fort Bliss Museum, and the Eduardo Pedregón Memorial Veterans Museum.

You can't miss out on tasting the fantastic cuisine at one of the best restaurants in town, so make sure you find somewhere special for lunch or dinner. Mexican food and barbecue are popular around town but you'll also find burgers, pizza, and other American favorites.

Is a weekend (two to three days) enough time in El Paso?

A weekend is the perfect amount of time in the low-key city of El Paso, as many visitors prefer to spend around one to two days here. Since it's not a huge city, over two days or on a weekend trip you'll be able to spend time at the museums, dine out at amazing restaurants, enjoy an evening out, and find the best deals at the shops. We have some suggestions for what to do and where to start your weekend adventure below.

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How to spend 2 days in El Paso

If you have more than a weekend (two to three days) in El Paso, you'll appreciate the added time for everything the city has to offer.

Shopping in El Paso is very popular, and it's easy to see why. Spend time exploring the many shops and boutiques to find the perfect gift, souvenir, or outfit. There are a number of malls and outlet centers around town. One of the most well known is Bassett Place, but other options include Cielo Vista Mall and the Fountains at Farah.

This city is very popular for nightlife. After the sun goes down, head out to one of the many popular venues around town. There are a number of bars, nightclubs, and lounges around town where you can enjoy a fun night out.

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