El Paso sits at the far western tip of Texas, on the border with Mexico, in North America. It is a city where the American and Mexican sides of life meet and mix, and that blend shapes much of what a visitor will notice, from the food and music to the everyday rhythm of the streets.
What a visit offers
- Mexican-American culture that runs through the city's neighbourhoods, its cuisine and its celebrations
- A border setting, which gives the city a distinct character compared with most places in Texas
- A base for exploring the wider region of the Texas and New Mexico borderlands
Planning your trip
El Paso is also known as Sun City, a name that points to its dry, sunny climate. Visitors who like to combine a city stay with time outdoors will find the surrounding desert landscape close at hand. Because the city is part of a larger border region, it suits travellers who want to see how two countries and their cultures live side by side.
If you enjoy places where language, food and tradition move easily across a national line, El Paso is worth considering. Plan your days around the neighbourhoods and experiences that interest you most, and allow time to simply walk and take in the atmosphere.
