El Paso is widely known as the birthplace of the American Southwest. It has a wide variety of historical attractions and natural features to make for an exquisite family vacation - not surprising, considering its massive size. You're going to need a car to get around this expansive city. Thrifty Car Rental has a wide array of El Paso rental cars to choose from and offers money-saving El Paso deals. That means you'll have reliable transportation at a low cost to get you and your family to these affordable attractions:
Alfresco Fridays This city has a thriving music scene, so use your El Paso car rental to discover some of the local talent. Every Friday, the city hosts Alfresco Fridays at the Arts Festival Plaza, which is nestled between the El Paso Museum of Art and Plaza Theatre. The high-energy event features a different artist for each installment and brings in a variety of genres, including classic rock, jazz, Latin, reggae and blues. Past events have showcased locally renowned acts like Aztec Zodiac, La Explosion Lagunera and Team Havana. There's typically free parking available on the streets.
Franklin Mountains State Park No trip to Texas is complete without an exploration of the stunning natural beauty. Drive your El Paso car rental to the Franklin Mountains State Park, and step out to breath in the fresh air. This is the largest urban park in the country, spanning more than 24,000 acres. Take an easy hike through the network of trails, or grab a bike for an exhilarating ride. Visit the eastern portion of the park to find the remnants of an old tin mining operation at the base of the North Franklin Mountain. Come by on the first or third weekend of the month and you can join in on a free guided tour.