It's easy to understand why Longview has the Best View of the Texas Lake Country™. The largest and oldest lakes with the best fishing in Texas are within 90 minutes of Longview.

For leisure or meeting, Longview is full of friendly folks and is a small city that is very BIG ON SERVICE!  That's the nature of Real East Texas Living. The shopping, dining and activities available in Longview can help any visitor connect to what is best about Longview..

In the heart of the historical district stands Longview's landmark clock tower on the beautifully renovated Tyler Street. Antique shops, boutiques, crafter malls, restaurants, coffee shops and more line the streets of downtown.

Festivals are a favorite attraction for Longview with June's AlleyFest and the Great Texas Balloon Race in July. Other special events include Freeze Your Fanny bike ride, the Longview Kennel Club's annual AKC Dog Show, Memorial weekend motorcycle rally, Cinco de Mayo, and Zonta Antique Show and Sale.