Charismatic any beautiful office building in the heart of downtown. It's an amazing place to see…read moreand an even more amazing place to work in. I'm lucky enough to have had the opportunity to work here for years and I love it.

Buffalo Soldier Gate Fort Bliss is the closest gate to the El Paso International Airport and the…read moreMontana Ave/Airway Intersection, this is also the main visitors gate meaning this gate has a building where visitors can get a pass to enter Fort Bliss and it is open 24 hours. Before you arrive to the actual gate there is a parking lot to the left where you can walk to the building if you are in need of a pass. This gate gets busy and the building only holds 5 people. So, there is often a line and people line up outside under the sun or cold to get a pass. In other words be conscious of this and bring an umbrella or jacket as applicable. The waiting time for a visitor pass is approximately 5 to 8 minutes per person depending on the person/situation. Other than the long waiting time the staff is respectful and to the point. To get a pass you will need a sponsor, an identification card and you will need to fill up a form. The requirements do change every once in a while so check out their website ahead of time.

This gate is one of two you can use to get a visitor pass. If you know you need a pass, please…read moredon't wait until Friday afternoon to get it. The line will be wrapped around the building during that time. Also remember you can apply ahead of time through a soldier's computer. Check their website to see current rules.

Best view is actually from the park at the corner of loop 375 and Yarbrough Road. There is lots of…read morespace to stop and see it across Loop 375 without worrying about setting off and ground detection that can happen if you try to get too close.

Oh border fence of mystical wonder. How you make the view of the Texas-Mexico border from my house…read moreso pleasant! Really, there's nothing like a nice park and then a lengthy chainlink fence with men in green hovering around in their big trucks 24-7. Nothing. I remember the days when you didn't exist (that's right, there once was a time when there was no fence, just a river and small ditches with eddys of death). Those eddys of death are still there, of course. But since you've gone up, things have just not been the same. Of course, I was about 8 when this happened, but I remember it like it was yesterday. A huge fence, with a hole where one of the doors should have been. "Are they just trying to make sure everybody goes through that one door?" I asked my mom. Since then, there are no more illegals hiding in the bushes in the front yard of the house. No more illegals knocking on my door asking for money for the bus. No more dodging illegals on the Border Highway who were trying to outrun the "migra." Oh, those were the days. And now they want to replace part of you with a wall. What is the world coming to? Is this the end of us -- me and you -- beloved border fence?

This is a replica of old Fort Bliss when it was established. There's several buildings and you can…read morego inside each. You can also wear costumes they have. They offer so many activities such as tours and craft classes you can go with your kids. If you go on their Facebook page, you can see the pictures of these activities. Because they only have one person working there, everything is by appointment. I've been living on the Bliss for 4 months now but I didn't know there was such place. It looks like a great place to visit with your kids! Check out their facebook page!

This place is so informative, and neat. Take your time, and take water. When walking into a…read more'building' be aware that an audio will start, or it will scare you! I just wish they had better hours so that more people could experience it.

Stumbled upon this nice, little park while walking around downtown El Paso. Lots of trees and…read morebenches and it has a unique, blue alligator sculpture!

Nice plaza in the heart of EP…read more We stumbled upon this little park after a dinner downtown. There was live music going on and lights that drew us here in the after dinner evening. It's a nice size plaza with Jimenez' Plaza de Los Lagartos as a centerpiece. Surprisingly, the statue replaced live alligators the city held here in the pond in the 1950s. They have long pong and chess tables available on the east side of the plaza. Plenty of benches available for people watching. This location played host to the free screening of a true classic "Ferris Bueller's Day Off." The screening was part of the Plaza Classic Film Festival. Great renovated space is open to the public and communicated the history and culture of the city of El Paso very well.

I thoroughly enjoyed the El Paso Mission trail and making each stop along the route. The best stop…read moreby far is San Elizario. I suggest stopping here first and starting at 10:00am when the museum and church open. Not only is this the most scenic and peaceful stop, it offers the most interactive experience of all the nearby missions. Oscar was working the museum on the morning that we stopped and he treated us to a great walking tour and provided local history. He is an oral historian and does a great job of informing visitors of area history as well as culture. Stop in and ask for him. He walked us around the museum and down the nearby streets to give us a tour of the prison and local establishments. I'd say you should plan on being at San Elizario for 1-2 hours to enjoy everything that the area has to offer. Once you've toured, you'll want to hit the local coffee shop known as Cafe Arte di Admore. Amazing coffee, sandwiches, and pastries. The owner even makes all the art on display. You should definitely check out my review for more info on that. Socorro and Ysleta are the other two missions and certainly worth seeing. However, they are in much more bustling areas and will not require the same amount of time. I'd say you can safely plan on 15 minutes at each of these thus making the entire experience about a half day commitment. Please have fun and enjoy!

I agree with the first reviewer that this Mission Trail is essential for those who want to learn…read moremore about the history of El Paso and the Borderland. I managed to stop at each mission/chapel on my drive back to Arizona to read the plaques, walk around the plazas, and take in some spirituality. Even on an abbreviated schedule, this took me two hours. Unlike the missions of San Antonio, these three missions are best done by car, due to the heavy traffic along the border and the narrow road of travel. All three are well-maintained, but opening hours may vary despite them being posted. All three are within seven miles and the road is well-marked. It's journey is best done from the south, starting with the Elizario chapel and then continuing to Socorro and then Ysleta. The Elizario complex is the most quiet one, away from main traffic or large buildings. A gate prevents vehicular traffic in front of the chapel. A lot of blackbirds like to gather in the trees in the plaza, so watch for bird bombs! The Socorro mission has a large parking area. Getting in and out of this one is easy, but again, watch out for traffic when getting back on the road. There is a somber memorial to the Gutierrez family in the back of the mission. Watch out for two very vicious chihuahuas across the dirt path, too. They like to annoy passers-by. The Ysleta mission is in the most congested area of the three. It's on the Tigua Reservation and a major road is between the parking lot and mission. It's loud and active. The noise can be disturbing. This one is also surveilled by camera and a guard shack. Take the time to read the historical signs, enter the churches and take in some self-reflection when walking through these three complexes. The Ysleta mission is the oldest of the three, yet also one of the busiests.

This beautiful home was created by Mexican immigrant Rufino Loya Revis from 1973 until he passed in…read more2022. He worked for Levi Strauss and could not afford a palace for his wife so he purchased the squat modest "horrible" home and promised to create a place worthy of his love. Boy did he!! He taught himself all the skills necessary, worked tirelessly and created a masterpiece. In his works he wanted to honor his homeland of Mexico, his new home of El Paso and his love for the Lord. His designs, creations, colors and creativity are all displayed in a modest neighborhood of small houses on a corner lot that is visible from the highway. If you are ever in the El Paso area this is a must see before it's gone. The creator, master, artist and devoted husband passed away in August 2022 and the future is uncertain for Casa de Azucar.

Tucked away in a residential neighborhood, this is a crazily creative and totally unique house. It…read morewas painstakingly and manually decorated with ornate hand carved cement sculptures and paint over a period of 25 years. It's a tribute to love! Rufino Loya promised his wonderful wife he would build something beautiful! And Rufino delivered! It's named the Casa de Azucar or the House of Sugar. Sweet love! Started in 1973, Rufino completed it in 25 years of effort! Rufino also respected the Catholic churches of his native Mexico, as there are religious inscriptions on the house. Pineapples, symbols of hospitality in Mexico, adorn the house as well! Life is good with a unique expression of love!

This park is very nice and well cared for. The grass and trees are green, the walking paths are…read moreclean, and there are plenty of spots to sit and relax. Perfect for family time, letting the kids play, or just enjoying some quiet fresh air. Safe, peaceful, and welcoming. - Honest Twins Mom ‍‍ Las Vegas

So apparently the offical "scenic drive" is blocked off from cars on this side of the mountain (GPS…read moreincorrectly sent me here). It was too cold to walk to the offical lookout but we lucked out and found this nice little park that also has a panoramic view of the city. This is a great plan B if your GPS sent you to the wrong location.. - Nice little safe park - Great views of the city - Nice homes in this area. - A scenic view is the only real thing to see in El Paso while passing through.

Another wonderful experience on the El Paso Streetcar…read more We rode the car into downtown for FREE, as usual, and it put us right within one block of the action for the EP Día de los Muertos events. When we were done with the evening, we hopped on the events streetcar and were entertained by the lovely notes of Adriana Nevarez. She sang a variety of songs for the occasion. It was pretty awesome. Liz and the kids were dancing, I got into it as well. We were distracted with the Nevarez tunes, but I know that the Wi-Fi was up, if I needed it The streetcar was clean and the riders were super respectful - all there for a good time. We tracked our cars with the Sun Metro app. Love the EP Streetcar.

These little streetcars are so darling and I love that locals seem to really utilize them for…read moreeveryday errands.. It's a fun way to get around the peaks and valleys within the terrain.It was easy to catch and a wonderful way to see the city! I really wish our own city San Antonio hadn't ever got rid of our street cars.Not to mention the paddle boats at Brackenridge Park and the sky rides that were also a fond memory. Maybe one day will bring them back but I highly doubt it.Anyway if you visit El Paso I highly recommend the street cars.