Nacogdoches

Nacogdoches is a city in the Piney Woods of Texas. It is the oldest city in the state.

Understand
After periodic settlement dating back 10,000 years, Nacogdoches first became a permanent village around 1300, settled by the mound-building Caddo people. After Europeans began exploring the area, Nacogdoches was an important trading post for French and Spanish pioneers. Permanent Spanish presence began here in 1716 with the establishment of a mission, and the city remained the most important city in East Texas for over a hundred years. In its history it has flown the flags of three abortive republics in addition to the six flags that have flown over the rest of Texas.

By car
US 259 south of Longview.

By bus
Greyhound buses stop at 4010 South St.

Get around
Public transportation is available, but very limited. On demand and scheduled trips are possible through the Brazos District transit authority.

See




Eat

 * East College Cafeteria, on the Stephen F Austin University campus along College St across from Steen Hall. Relive those college days by trying out the all you can eat cafeteria on campus. You might get some stares from the students, but supposedly it's open to the public and friendly on your wallet. M-Th 11AM-11PM, F 11AM-8PM, Su 8AM-8PM. +1 936-468-5208.

Drink

 * The Shack Attack is a well known drink, ordered by the pitcher.

Bed and breakfasts
Nacogdoches has a lot of historic homes, many of which have been converted into bed and breakfast accommodations.