Polk Street Historic District Travel Guide
Amarillo
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Popular places to visit
American Quarter Horse Association
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at American Quarter Horse Association during your travels in Amarillo. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Wonderland Amusement Park
Take the family on an outing to Wonderland Amusement Park during your trip to Amarillo. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Amarillo Botanical Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Amarillo Botanical Gardens, a lovely green space in Amarillo. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.
Slug Bug Ranch
You can find out about the history of Amarillo with a trip to Slug Bug Ranch. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Cadillac Ranch
Learn about the local history of Amarillo with a stop at Cadillac Ranch. Visit the top-notch restaurants or cosy cafes in this family-friendly area.
Northwest Texas Hospitals
If Northwest Texas Hospitals is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Amarillo.
Things to do
Amarillo, Palo Duro Canyon and Route 66 Day Trip
Top hotels in Polk Street Historic District
The Barfield, Autograph Collection
We really enjoyed our stay! The hotel is in an amazing historical building with a unique story. The renovation was well done. We found the bed comfortable but the pillows were terrible. We traveled with friends who both had trouble with their toilets and showers but ours was good. The speakeasy was ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Amarillo Downtown
Clean room and staff is excellent
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
The Cactus Cove Inn and Suites
The good: Staff were helpful and responsive. They seemed like they genuinely cared. The amenities were fun and provided entertainment for the kids. Nice pool and playground. The bad: The hotel itself looks like they remodeled an old hotel and rushed the process to get it done fast. Our shower head ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
The Big Texan Motel
It had great character! My husband loved the saloon style doors in the room! Fun place to stay!
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Spark by Hilton Amarillo Western Plaza
Very spacious and clean room. Was pretty noisy out in the hall until midnight. Our AC was also whistling all night. We would maybe stay here again
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Amarillo
Staff was friendly and welcoming. Room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was good with lots of options for everyone.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Polk Street Historic District
Downtown Amarillo
If you're spending some time in Downtown Amarillo, Hodgetown Stadium and Amarillo Civic Center are top sights worth seeing.
Barrio
While Barrio may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame and Hodgetown Stadium.
North Heights
North Heights might not have many top sights, but Wonderland Amusement Park and Amarillo Civic Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Wolflin Historic District
While Wolflin Historic District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Amarillo Museum of Art and Amarillo Little Theatre.
San Jacinto
While there might not be top attractions in San Jacinto, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Amarillo Civic Center and Hodgetown Stadium.
Eastridge
When in Eastridge, you can plan a visit to Amarillo National Center and Tri State Exposition, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
