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Destination El Paso

One Civic Center Plaza, El Paso, TX 79901 · El Paso, TX

Why you should go…

Destination El Paso is the City of El Paso department that succeeded the former El Paso Convention and Visitors Bureau, which was managed for a time under contract with SMG, a venue and convention center management company. It promotes tourism, conventions and the local film industry in El Paso, Texas, and runs the city's Visitor Information Centers from its office at One Civic Center Plaza.

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General sightseeing guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • The forecast is part of the ticket

    Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

  • Golden hour sells out first

    Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

  • Dress a layer warmer

    It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

  • Timed entry is common

    Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Destination El Paso, ordered by straight-line distance.

  • Shopping
    Local Gem

    Mission Del Rey

    Free

    Southwestern gift shop in El Paso selling turquoise jewelry, pottery, rugs and Mexican crafts.

    8.6 mi awaySwitch it up: Shopping

  • Shopping
    Local Gem

    The Outlet Shoppes at El Paso

    Free

    An open-air outlet center near El Paso with nearly 100 name-brand stores offering discounted apparel, footwear and home goods.

    24 mi awaySwitch it up: Shopping

  • Museums
    History Buff

    War Eagles Air Museum

    Under $25

    Aviation museum near El Paso displaying restored WWII and Korean War era warbirds in a 64,000 sq ft hangar.

    30 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums

  • Shopping
    Local Gem

    Farmers & Crafts Market of Las Cruces

    Free

    Open-air Saturday and Wednesday market in downtown Las Cruces with local produce, crafts and food.

    49 mi awaySwitch it up: Shopping