Overview
Mission is a city in the South Texas Plains.
3 sights · 2 bars & cafés · 3 places to stay
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Best things about Mission
National Butterfly Center
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Mission Historical Museum
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Nov–Apr. Summer highs reach about 100°F; winter lows dip to about 53°F. Very hot (May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Sep and Jun. (climate data from nearby McAllen)
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.
- MFE McAllen Miller International Airport, McAllen — 6 mi away. Directions
- HRL Valley International Airport, Harlingen — 41 mi away. Directions
- SAT San Antonio International Airport, San Antonio — 230 mi away (major hub). Directions
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 National Butterfly Center, Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
- Afternoon Mission Historical Museum
- Evening Ice House
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Nearby
McAllen
City / town · 62 listings · 5 mi away
Edinburg
City / town · 6 listings · 12 mi away
Weslaco
City / town · 8 listings · 21 mi away
Harlingen
City / town · 5 listings · 39 mi away
Brownsville
City / town · 135 listings · 55 mi away
Port Isabel
City / town · 60 listings · 66 mi away
South Padre Island
City / town · 51 listings · 72 mi away
Padre Island National Seashore
Park · 79 mi away
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