Born as an oil drilling boomtown, the Beaumont, Texas doesn’t have to rely on black gold to keep the tourists coming. Just north of the Gulf, this town has a quaint historic district and lively downtown. There’s a lot to check out while you’re staying at our Beaumont corporate housing!

Visit during the South Texas State Fair for livestock shows, midway rides, and best of all, carnival food with distinctive Cajun and Texan influences. Snacking on fried alligator is a distinct possibility. Cowboy culture is alive and well in this part of the country. Buckle up for a rodeo performance, and get a glimpse of the Wild West from the safety of the audience.

If you’re looking for a memento of your trip to Beaumont, or need to find to find something to suit eclectic but refined tastes, put aside an afternoon or two to browse the Beaumont’s Old Towne Antique District. At stores like Burns Antik Haus, you’ll get to explore a stockpile of European imports. You can find high-quality furniture from the Old World, as well as smaller, decorative pieces. Finder’s Fayre Antiques has a similar inventory of furniture, paintings, and silver, a great destination for collectors on a mission.

In the evening, get your entertainment fix at the Logon Café, one of the most popular spots for live music in Beaumont. Depending on the night of your visit, you could enjoy a local band, a round of karaoke, or watch a selection of amateur entertainers at the open mic night. Check the calendar to see what’s happening before your visit. Or go dancing – or scoot a boot, according to local lingo – at The River, a concert venue that caters to country music fans.

It’s not all cowboys, square dancing, and barbecue. D’Vine Winery has a wine bar, regular wine tastings, and the chance to make your very own bottle of wine, with help from their very own vintners.

Aside from the usual offering of barbecue and Tex-Mex, Beaumont has some stand-out restaurant hotspots. Willy Burger is extremely popular with locals. Stop by for quality burgers, hotdogs, and seafood items in an atmosphere of vintage Americana.

Beaumont also offers fresh seafood from the Gulf. Sample some at Floyds Cajun Seafood Texas Steakhouse. Or go to Zydeco Louisiana Diner for an authentic taste of Cajun food.

For a glimpse of the city’s beginnings, take a stroll down Calder or Lakeshore Avenue. You’ll get to admire some splendorous Victorian mansions, a testament to the prosperity that let Beaumont get its start.