Why go
- City in Texas, United States.
- Known for giant steak.
- 2 curated must-see attractions on record, including Cowgirls & Cowboys In The West.
- 1 recommended spot to eat and drink.
- Served by Tradewind Airport (TDW).
History
Amarillo is a city in the U.S. state of Texas and the county seat of Potter County, though most of the southern half of the city extends into Randall County. It is the 17th-most populous city in Texas and the most populous city in the Texas panhandle. The estimated population of Amarillo was 203,729 as of 2024, comprising nearly half of the panhandle's population. The Amarillo metropolitan area had an estimated population of 308,297 as of 2020.
Must-see attractions
Eat & drink
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 5 airlines, 6 direct destinations
- AirTran Airways FL (735, 737-700) · 3 routes: Chicago*, Dallas*, Denver*
- Southwest Airlines WN (735, 737-300, 737-700, 73C) · 3 routes: Dallas, Denver, Las Vegas
- United Airlines UA (ERJ) · 2 routes: Denver*, Houston*
- American Airlines AA (ERJ-145, CRJ, ERD) · 1 route: Dallas-Fort Worth*
- US Airways US (ERJ-145) · 1 route: Dallas-Fort Worth
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Tradewind Airport (TDW); 36 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: AMA has direct flights to 6 destinations on 5 airlines (incl. Denver, Dallas, Dallas-Fort Worth, Chicago, Houston…).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Amarillo, Texas. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.