Corsicana, Texas travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Corsicana is a city in the Blackland Prairie region of Texas. Many people come to the town for their famous holiday fruitcakes.

2 sights · 1 things to do · 3 places to eat · 1 bars & cafés · 4 places to stay

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Best things about Corsicana

Corsicana Opry

Pioneer Village

Reconstructed early 1800s pioneer village, plus a few other area history exhibits.

Cook Planetarium/Pearce Museum

This is the 2nd largest planetarium in Texas. They have regular shows here. The Pearce Museum is a Civil War museum and a western art museum.

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Feb–May, Oct–Nov. Summer highs reach about 97°F; winter lows dip to about 38°F. Very hot (Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Oct and May. (climate data from nearby Dallas)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
ACT Waco Regional Airport, Waco — 56 mi away. Directions
DAL Dallas Love Field, Dallas — 56 mi away (major hub). Directions

Highway 31 from Waco or Tyler I-45 from Dallas or Houston.

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning Corsicana Opry, Pioneer Village
Lunch Collin St. Bakery
Afternoon Cook Planetarium/Pearce Museum
Dinner Old Mexican Inn
Evening Más Queso Tex Mex

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

Cuisine (tap to filter)

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder