San Benito, Texas is a city steeped in history and culture. It was established as the first official colonization of what would become Cameron County by pioneers from Mexico in 1848. With its Spanish-Mexican architecture and rich Mexican heritage, San Benito proudly embraces its past while looking forward to new opportunities for growth.
As one of the oldest cities in South Texas, visitors can explore many historical sites including the Casa de Patricio ranch house which dates back to the 1880s, located on San Juan Street; or visit the historic downtown area where some buildings have been standing since the 1800s such as Old City Hall and El Mercado. Also worth visiting are other local attractions like Resaca de la Palma State Park – a nature preserve along an ancient riverbed – or take a leisurely stroll around Downtown Park with its scenic views of nearby mountains and lush vegetation.