Reviews of Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park (Park)

David Hostetler

Great perspective on LBJ and Lady Bird. Well worth the trip.

Adam Machell

If you enjoy history in any way, this is a must. The state park south of the river is just OK. The federal park north of the river is amazing. The house tour is worth the $3 admission. Take some time to listen to the recorded phone messages from LBJ and icons of his time.

Jamie Blake

This is an amazing historic site. Enjoy the multi stop drive through LBJ Ranch starting with birth. My family got to see the personal side of an American President in our home state!

willy whisman

More history here than I thought would be here. Took my parents and we had a great time looking at the working farm and some of the other homes including the airport. We didn't do the tour but enjoyed the drive throughout the entire park. Well worth the time.

Ashley Stearns

Beautiful area and it is an interesting historical place. It gives you a great understanding how life in rural Texas at the beginning of 1900's. It gives you great insight to one of the upbringing of President Johnson.

Ken Bebak

The tour of the Johnson home was fun and very informative. Walking the trail to the Johnson settlement was also relaxing and enjoysbke.

Judy

LBJ Ranch was very down to earth Texas heritage and well worth the visit!

Nancy Litch

The ranch was very interesting and beautiful. Definitely worth the trip.

John Stokes

Go! Regardless of political affiliation, it is simply an awesome experience to walk through the 'Texas White House' & piece of American history

Paul Mitchell

A must see.

kim valois

This was a fun place for the kids

Mark Henson

Love the tour and experience. Learned a lot about LBJ and the history that surrounds the placw.

Marilyn Amos

Its a gem! Wonderful place to visit for a few minutes or a few hours.

Jonathan Carpency

A truly fascinating site with rich history. Incredibly well presented by guides and maintained as a National Park. This is a must-visit for anyone driving by (and worth a detour), but be sure to get there early enough to get on a tour of the house.

Mike Lee

The park employees were just so dang helpful! Really went out of their way to be nice and friendly.... every single one of them! The place is kept up and maintained to perfection. My hats off to them for keeping an important part of American history alive! Well done.

Bill Gardner

Great experience

Mike Shelton

An interesting walk through history, affordable tour ticket to Texas Whitehouse, some parts of home under construction.

Sandy Petree

Loved the film, the short stories about LBJ. Stories about the ranch. Very interesting.

Lyle Davis

Loved the place. Great history.

Motrhead0901

Enjoyed our visit very much. Staff is very helpful. The tour is pretty much free except for the white house. A must visit.

John Roberts

Great stop along Hwy 290. LBJ's Texas White House. A working ranch as well as park and museu. Longhorns and buffaloes in the pastures. Much to see and experience.

Tilottama Bandyopadhyay

Good place to visit. Boyhood home,childhood place. Interesting. Lot of things to know.

Tim Green

Beautiful grounds with lots to see. Deer and cattle roam freely. Be sure to take the "Texas White House" tour.

1983eville

I really enjoyed this tour and had a fun time. Air Force 1 was an added treat to climb aboard. The $3 is well worth the admission to tour the White House.

Sue Leuschke

Great insight into the formative years of LBJ

guy van bloem

Cool place to visit and learn somehistpry

Jon Parker

Great peaceful ranch to tour for those who love history. Cool to see where so much of this cou tries history happened during his presidency. Free to drive around - must pay for tour of home (which is currently closed - opening in roughly 5-10 years after renovation).

Christian Brandon

This is a great pit stop if you're driving through the hill country. It is absolutely beautiful, and it is also full of historical significance. You can see Lyndon B. Johnson's childhood school and his house he lived in during his fault life, including the time he was president. It is the kind of place you can spend an hour or a whole day depending on where you go, what you see, and how interested you are in the history of LBJ. A must see if you are driving through central Texas!

Gabe Estrada

Beautiful green grass and tons of bluebonnets in bloom...better come quick befire they're gone!

Wesley F

Took a tour. Loved learning about President LBJ

Murli Sanne

Lots of history. A must visit. Aldo nearby Fredericksburg has a beautiful downtown and lots of wine tasting is in the area.

Maximilian Upp

A surprising spot of history in tx. Would recommend the visit.

Tony J

I was part of the 12 Annual, LBJ 100 BICYCLE TOUR 3/30/19 this weekend and it was awesome. Over 1200 participants. Overcast weather but it was worth it. I would do it again.

Jonathan Brecheisen

Excellent tour and great historical value!

Jason Gardner

Really neat place and very knowledgeable your guide

Lawrence Hirtzel

Typical Texas better looking tiled roadside bathroom than my own.

David Baxley

You first drive around the perimeter of the portion of the ranch that was donated by LBJ's widow, Ladybird Johnson. It continues to be a working ranch, just as it was when LBJ ran it. When you get near the main house you get a sense of all of the changes that were made to accommodate the president, LBJ. There is a hanger, with LBJ's private jet, a runway for the jet, several of his limousines, and a building just for the secret service. Well worth the time for the tour.

Shannann Forrester

Got to see upclose planes

Derek Cazel

This was a beautiful place to visit. I highly recommend checking it out.

daddycrc c

It's wonderful. Takes a lot of walking, it's well worth it. The 1915 working ranch that's open is very very good and educational.

Pit Vins

Simply a must see when you are in the vicinity. Go and feel LBJ's spirit.

Sophia Mattos

I enjoyed visiting this place. Very educational and it’s free! The only thing you have to pay for is a tour of the Texas White House.

Łukasz Utrata

We liked it very much! Bluebonnets in full bloom, not too crowded, lot of places to visit. There are two LBJ parks next to each other: state and national. Both worth visiting.

Ricky Proctor

We missed some of the activities but we did see a bunch of axis deer.

Russ Welch

Great for history buffs and families.

Shannon Sandlin

Wonderful experience, a must and LBJ even made it free so no excuse to miss it.

Mike The Bike

Just beautiful

Joyce Strange

Tour of Lyndon B Johnson boy hood home. Very nice

JOSEPH LEONGUERRERO

Love the Christmas lights in December!

Rolando Mullings

I really liked this historical site

Nicholas Moeai

Well worth a look at. If your bored and want to do a random trip, here's your destination.

Mary Estes

Was a wonderful trip to remember, would recommend to anyone.

Richard Nix

Great National park commemorates a U S President.

Desmond Lee

That is what made America so great and very good education for the young generation. Must see place!

Caleb S.

Unique place. It is a working farm, so be aware animals can approach your vehicle. You currently cannot tour the main house, but the park is still well worth a visit.

Robin Gowin

Moving tribute to lbj

Angus Macdonell

Lot of good information plenty of history on the Johnson family

Steve Duffy

We toured the Texas White House and Air Force 1/2. Totally cool to see how it was all done back then and what got accomplished during the LBJ presidency. Of course, he had a Congress that was competent.

Richard Hill

Lovely atmosphere. Great scenic drive. Interesting visitor's centre. Good, informative tour. Well worth a visit.

Glenna Hunt

Beautiful place

Betty Campbell

This was a great outing. Enjoyed the drive, the museum and the history.

Sam Romo

The park was beautiful and the tour of the house was outstanding.

Steve Cook

Home is closed, still a beautiful place to visit.

Greg Obenhaus

Rangers are very friendly and informative. Very interesting.

Jose Peralta

Whit House in the Texas Hill country

John Lyons

Great history and helpful staff

C D Vinson

Watched a Movie Under the Stars! Great evening

Deanna Quimby

This was an quick stop but was a very good museum for the LBJ era.

Vivian Brown

Learn about this unappreciated President, AND you will have a much greater understanding of how truly inspiring Lyndon Johnson was! Take the Ranger guided tour and the self guided drive through tour, don't rush! Lyndon Johnson was a great President who inherited a messy unwinnable war, looked out for the poorest citizens of the United States and this Park educates visitors about his impact on our country!

Lee _ly

There was plenty to do and a lot to see. They have cows roaming the fields and bison & longhorns kept behind fences. I got to pet a goat and look inside Lyndon B. Johnson's private jet. Just be careful with the heat, stay hydrated and cool.

Richard Powe

Always a wonderful and reflective experience!

Don Larson

The Chief Ranger, Antoine, who was on duty when we arrived was very, very friendly and informative! He made our visit!

Julie Christenson

Take the tour of this Beautiful presidential landmark. Great history.

karen garza

Great place to visit! Took kids age range 3-10 and everyone had a great time. Visited July 7th and I was concerned about the heat but It was surprisingly tolerable and didn't take away from our experience. We ended the trip with a dip in the pool!

Sherry Hillhouse

I thoroughly enjoyed this place. I will be going back.

daniel baker

It was a very interesting day, a nice walking trail, and a lot of history of LBJ presidency that I had never heard of before.... And free except for the inside tour of the White House itself!

Joseph Ramos

L B J , history, Texas president. If you like America you'll like it here. If you don't,.. Get out of this country.I'll give you the boot on your way out as a present.

Steve Hazlehurst

A step back in time. So tranquil and well preserved.

C Sinel

Beautiful place! Very nice visit of the LBJ house!

Jeannie Myers

Absolutely love this place. It is beautiful and quiet and calm and full of Wildlife. Is a great place for your family to go and visit.

Alex Ranc

It was very exciting to see a past presidents house he would frequently go to during his presidency and after. Beautiful countryside, awesome views and historical elements. Highly recommend if you want to teach yourself or your kids the importance of history.

Mike Kramer

Great history and it doesn't cost anything to see it..

Cindy Johnston

Interesting

Brigitte Dalmolin

It was so interesting to see the Texas White House and to learn about President Lyndon B Johnson and Lady Bird. Very impressive and informative. The Ranch and Park is beautiful.

Kevin Moss

I never realized how little I knew about LBJ until I came here. The ranch is beautiful and the show barn was very fun to see baby goats and cows. Staff is very friendly and helpful. The airport was interesting and makes me wonder if Mar-a-lago is going to be converted into a state/national park.

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Again super fun great place to stop on the way to Fredericksburg

Tina Murphy

Most interactive, but be prepared for both driving and walking, it's a large estate.

Barbara Baker

Really enjoyed the tour of the Texas White House.

Pants Cada

Lovely staff, great experience seeing all the stuff and even seeing LBJ's daughter speak.

Waco Tx2

A place that everyone need to go to and see great historia

RanDina Butler

It was totally interesting and educational!

A Tkach

Interesting

Jason Small

This has to be one of the coolest parks I've gone to. They have an accurate historical representation of what it was like when the families lived there, what their Farm would have looked like and even cattle that you could get close to without getting too close to. I even had the chance 2 talk to one of the volunteers who was in charge of taking care of the Longhorns. I plan on taking my baby boy once it warms up a little bit.

Brent Barnard

If you really want to get into the life of LBJ, this is the place. The National Park Rangers really go to great lengths to make you feel like you know the man. His jet is there, his cars, etc, and as you tour his house, you begin feeling like you know the family itself. Incredibly impressive.

Joseph Carriker

Great place to visit.

Robert Voce

Enjoyed visiting where OBJ grew up and then had the Texas White House.

Sharon Jansen

We spent too much time in the presidents office, house interesting, especially info on Lady Byrd. Disappointed they had no wildflowers planted on roadways or around house, thats reason we went this time of year. Whole tour was good.

Dogger i

Cool place to visit

Darcy Maiangowi

Simply amazing that LBJ donated his ranch to the National Park Service. Never knee about the Texas Whitehouse. Air Force One is amazing!

Gina Laughlin

Loved all of the displays and information. Our tour guide, Mary, was awesome, funny, and informative. Great national park!

Glenda Peacock

I you like history you will like this

Al P

Awesome experience. In the middle of Texas wine country. It was an all around cool experience with cows, historic structures , presidential jet and big oak trees

Valerie Newman

So glad we made the trip while visiting Austin. Totally engaging national park, learn sooo much about LBJ and his administration.

Billy James

Awesome a must see.

Barry Parks

An interesting collection of buildings and elements offer a revealing view into the lives of LBJ and Lady Bird on his central Texas ranch. There is something to address many interests, no matter your age.

Claudine Bridges

The staff was knowledgeable. It was a great history lesson.

Andrew Leitch

Very cool place. Full of history. Can easily spend an entire day here. I brought my wife and kids and spent $6. Beautiful property, lots to see and do. Would definitely recommend.

David Wells

Old home place was interesting and a significant history lesson.

Cheyenne Dolin

As a visitor from outside of Texas I was especially appreciative of the fact that this park provides the public with access to a working cattle ranch. It allowed me to see and learn about how most of the land in Texas is managed. The ranch district of the park is gorgeous - I had a great time sitting under the huge live oaks beside the pedernales river and reading a book. I also enjoyed the settlement nature trail in Johnson City. While the land is not as large as many visitors of national parks come to expect, when one spends any extended amount of time in central or east Texas they learn to accept the beauty of whatever small pockets of land are available to recreational users. Then there is the historical aspect - I had no idea about the breadth of Johnson’s Great Society and how he worked so hard to end poverty, protect the environment, and create a more equal society. It is my sincere hope that more people are able to learn about his legacy.

Savanah Fountaine

Very well kept rest area. I felt safe while I napped on my journey to west Texas. I absolutely love going through hill country. I highly suggest this scenic wine country route.

Rosalie Lopez

Interesting! If you like history of the Presidents, this is a great place to learn about LBJ.

Valerie Dale

Great facility to visit

Cathy K

Historic national park

Mai Vaz

Great place to go to, specially with kids, we got to see a cow being milked, kids got to chase chickens, got really close to sheep and pigs. It was a great experience for city kids :). Also seeing what a school in the beginning of the 20th century was like, and being able to visit the one president Johnson attended was very neat.

Anthoni Siman

Good historical place

Diane Johnson

Well worth the stop. Didn't know how much time he spent on the ranch while President doing Presidential work.

Matthew Walton

This park is huge and offers so much to be seen and learned about. The staff at the visitor center was very helpful and friendly. They gave us a map and clear directions around the park. It is free to go every where besides the house itself. The park had a farm that had workers who lived like they did in the 1900s. They where able to tell us in detail what a normal day would be like and show us how they processed the food. They even had animals running around inside of the large fenced in area. The sheep where very relaxed and let people pet them. The chickens and turkeys did not let people get close though. The bisons where in a field to far away to see up close and it was pretty disappointing. But driving to the hanger we got to see many cows. The hanger is full of history and has many different ways to learn about it. We did not go to the house because of maintenance issues. It was amazing to be able to experience so much for free and to see the history if one of the Presidents.

Vicky Walls

Unless you are a hystery buff this place was pretty boring

S B

Adjacent to state park. Plan on at least two hours. Lots to see and to learn about the President.

Jeanne Sutton

We went early so the drive through the ranch was pretty solitaire and serene. Lots of Hereford cows and us on the road. Make sure to check out the automobiles. The tour of the Texas White House home takes about 35-40 minutes.

Nicolas Rietsch

Very interesting and informative. A shame the white house has a structural issue.

Chris Gordon

This was a great place to visit with the family and learn while enjoying the experience

Dude RV

Plan on a full day here! this place is huge!

Hillary S

Amazing experience. Just like how LBJ would have wanted to great you. Amazing place. Take your time, lots to walk around and see. The volunteers have a lot of knowledge. Wish the dam road was open. Don't miss this. The national park side is the actual ranch but the state side has a great movie and small exhibits.

Mary Morrison

Great stop. His ranch is massive and it's fun driving through it and seeing the Hereford herds roaming. The tour guide wasn't very good but just wandering through the 1950's house was very cool and seeing the plane and cars from that era was worth the trip

Kathy Haynes

What a treasure!! LOVE to visit historic places. Lyndon Baines Johnson's Boyhood home in Johnson City, Texas.

Scott Becker

What a place!! Exceptional!!

Loraine Brown

Excellent day trip from Austin. The ranch is beautiful and the "Texas White House" is definitely worth touring.

David Martin

Great history here

Ellen Hooks

Enjoyed it very much!!

Sandra Curtis Aamold

history,but also it makes these folks more real,like your neighbors.

Melanie Robson

Very interesting museum....had no idea that LBJ had passed a ton of legislation. A lot happened in the 60's. This library had a lot of information.

Paul Stanley

Nice historical park. Cool house. However the living room is being fixed, so it was all jammed into the dining room. The tour guide was lackluster. Worth a look for sure.

Ron Webb

This is a must visit if you are in the area. You first have to go to the LBJ State Park and Historic Site Visitor Center to obtain your free permit and map for the self-guided drive and tour to the Texas White House. Once you get to the "White House", you can do everything on your own except visit the first floor of the White House. You have to sign up for this and I think they only do groups of 12 every 30 minutes. The place has a lot of history and the guides are very informative and knowledgeable.

Susan Reynolds

Beautiful and historic. I recommend the tour. Sometimes, Lucy Johnson, daughter of President Lyndon B. Johnson, guides the tour.

T M

Very beautiful place great for taking photos at also

David Fields

Well kept historical place. Incorrect data on Ford phaeton sign.

Sonia Rodriguez

I love this serene and quiet stop every time we come through Johnson City!! The history and rich textures and quiet walks are so beautiful here.

Richard Hastings

I knew very little about this president and his time as a politician, even less about his existence away from the public world. I am so glad that I went here and learned more about his accomplishments and his passions. I have a great respect for LBJ now.

James Lauderdale

The history

jackie lowrey

Great historical place.

Linda Van Bloem

This is a great place visit a place of modern history

Jax Weaver

This is an a amazing place and can't beat the price ($0)! So much to see and do... you really need a whole day to do it all. From the living ranch to the presidents home... the cattle and longhorns and deer. Such a beautiful place. Can't say enough about it!

Billy Draper

What a diamond in the rough. A great place to visit and learn about one of our past presidents. Our visit was free and self guided. We were able to see a limited museum/store, the airplane, walk some of the grounds and drive a number of miles over the property. It was like taking a step back in history listening to some of the old recordings of past telephone calls, looking at the plane, cars and family home. This was a nice diversion and the admission was free.

Dave Sunderland

Awesome place. Great to see the location where LBJ spent most of his time outside of the Whitehouse.

Sajib Ul Islam

Splendid experience at the ranch of ex president LBJ.

Bill S

LBJ was kind enough to leave a portion of the vast holdings he accumulated in his lifetime to the people that he served. The grounds are well kept and the tours are worth the trip to this part of the great state of Texas.

Star Ault

It was an honor to visit the childhood home of LBJ. In addition to other historical sites, it gives a good picture of what his life might have been like.

Michael T Frantes

Definitely worth visiting. Find out why LBJ is called the last frontier president.

Barbara Prichard

Great tour guide. Lots of information Great place to get out and walk or ride in the comfort of your bus or car.

Jason Davis

Nice place to visit.

Jeremy Martin

The southern White House in all its Glory. LBJ was a vastly underrated president. People owe it to themselves to check this out

Phil Reed

This place will bring back memories for some and intrigue many others. I love coming out here. Don't miss it if you're in the area.

Kaiti C

So cool! Lots of things to explore. Great for a picnic and the info center has a ton of info about Texas native plants and flowers and what each is used for. Def recommend getting the DVD tour.

Mark Craig

Love this place. Lots of great info and displays.

James Romer

A wonderful way to spend a few hours. Driving around the farm was particularly cool. Just be patient with the cows that wander across the road!

Jack Smlth

Enjoy. History