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Border city under the Franklins in West Texas
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About El Paso
A remarkable destination worth exploring.
Best months to visit
March, April, May, September, October, November
Things to do in El Paso
Explore
Dine
Culture
Nature
Shopping
Day trips
Weather by month
Click any month for detailed weather information and travel tips.
January
14C
Cool, and mostly sunny skies.
February
18C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
March
22C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
April
27C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
May
31C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
June
36C
Very hot, and mostly sunny skies.
July
36C
Very hot, and mostly sunny skies.
August
34C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
Recommended
September
31C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
Recommended
October
26C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
November
20C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
December
15C
Cool, and mostly sunny skies.
El Paso sits in the Chihuahuan Desert where Texas, New Mexico, and Mexico meet, its Franklin Mountains rising directly out of the city and its sister city of Juárez visible across the Rio Grande. The food here is some of the best border Mexican in the country, the Plaza Theatre and historic downtown carry a faded glamour, and the surrounding desert and missions trail offer a deeply Southwestern landscape.
Best areas to stay in El Paso
Downtown
Historic theatres, the San Jacinto Plaza, and views toward the Rio Grande and Mexico.
Sunset Heights
A historic hillside neighbourhood of early-20th-century homes with views over the city.
Franklin Mountains area
Home to one of the largest urban parks in the US, with hiking trails and desert scenery within city limits.
Mission Trail
A historic route south of downtown linking three Spanish colonial-era missions still in use today.
Getting to El Paso
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Flights
El Paso International Airport (ELP) connects via Dallas, Houston, Denver, and other major US hubs.
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From London
~11-13 hours from London via a connecting US hub.
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Getting around
A car is recommended for the Franklin Mountains and Mission Trail; downtown is walkable.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit El Paso?
March to May and September to November offer warm, dry days without the peak summer heat, which regularly exceeds 38°C.
How do I get around El Paso?
A car is recommended for reaching the Franklin Mountains, missions, and outlying attractions, though downtown is walkable.
What is El Paso known for?
Its position on the US-Mexico border, the Franklin Mountains State Park within city limits, and a deep Tex-Mex food culture.
What food should I try in El Paso?
Border-style Mexican food, particularly the local specialty of the 'El Paso-style' enchilada and excellent street tacos.
Is El Paso safe for visitors?
El Paso itself is generally considered one of the safer larger US cities; travellers should check current advisories before crossing into Juárez.
Traveler reviews
★★★★★
The Franklin Mountains right in the middle of the city were a fantastic surprise — great sunset hikes with views over two countries.
Veronica A. · April 2024
★★★★☆
The Mission Trail was a peaceful, fascinating half-day, and the food downtown afterwards was outstanding.
Joe M. · October 2023
★★★★☆
A city with a lot more character than I expected — the historic theatre downtown has been beautifully restored.
Patty C. · March 2024
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