Tyler Texas Newcomers Guide

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	History Named for President John Tyler, the city was established on April 11, 1846 by the Texas Legislature, and designated it the seat of Smith County. A site was selected for the new town at the center of the county. more
	Maps of Tyler Included on this site are several maps of the Tyler, Texas metropolitan area, from sources such as Google, Smith County, the Smith County Appraisal District SCAD, and the University of Texas at Austin. more
	Tyler Texas Government Situated in the growing East Texas region, Tyler is the seat of Smith County. The City of Tyler operates using the Mayor-Council-Manager form of local government. more
	Tyler Texas Vital Statistics Tyler's population is now 100,223, and the elevation is about 544 feet. View our special section on Tyler vital statistics such as elevation, coordinates, population, zip codes, area code, and climate. more
	Tyler Business, Jobs & Economy Even in difficult economic times, Tyler's diverse economy remains robust with its base in the manufacturing, retail, oil & gas, education, rose, nursery, and health care industries. more
	Tyler Texas Oil & Gas Industry The East Texas area supports a large number of oilfield jobs and energy careers in the petrochemical, natural gas, drilling and refining business sectors. more
	Lakes in the Tyler Texas Area East Texas is blessed with an abundance of lakes, including Lake Palestine, Lake Tyler and East Lake Tyler in the immediate area, and other lakes like Toledo Bend Reservoir in easy driving distance. more
	Tyler Tourism From azaleas to zoos, Tyler features a variety of things to do for the entire family! Tyler has attractions to visit year-round plus events such as the Tyler Azalea Trail and the Texas Rose Festival. more
	Transportation Infrastructure Tyler has an excellent, solid transportation infrastructure which equates to short, easy commuting times and experiences with inner Loop 323 and the new Toll Loop 49. more
	Tyler Pounds Airport Tyler Pounds Regional Airport (airport code TYR) is a state-of-the-art airport providing jet service to cities worldwide via connections at the Dallas DFW airport. more
	Arts and Culture Scene in Tyler Tyler's lifestyle has the characteristics, feel, benefits and safety of a small town, but also has a cosmopolitan atmosphere with the advantages of a variety of arts and cultural activities. more
	Hotels and Motels Tyler offers a variety of hotels, motels, inns, extended-stay suites, B&Bs, RV parks, and other accommodations situated near the major tourist, business, shopping, and medical centers of the city. more
	Dining and Restaurants Dining in Tyler is a pleasure, with a wide spectrum of cuisine choinces and restaurants, cafes, and grills, from small local eateries to national chain restaurants. more
	Shopping in Tyler Tyler is the largest retail center in East Texas, and the largest between Dallas and Shreveport. Most retail shops and the Tyler mall are located along South Broadway Avenue - great shopping in Tyler! more
	Photo Albums Pictures tell a thousand words! On this site we feature dozens of photos taken in and around Tyler. Don't miss our gallery of downtown photos, Rose Garden, East Texas birds, butterflies and area towns. more
	Schools and Universities in Tyler A highly-rated series of public and private schools offer a variety of educational options in the Tyler area. Three institutions of higher education provide education to thousands. more
	Road Trips Around East Texas In addition to Tyler, we feature sections on about 40 other East Texas communities, attractions, hotels and other regional information. From Athens to Edom, from Lindale to Rusk, enjoy your trip! more

 

 

Tyler Texas Tour

 

From azaleas to zoos, Tyler and surrounding area feature an abundance and variety of things to do for the entire family! more

And if you are new to the Lone Star State, visit our Waltz Across Texas site for a quick overview of facts and photos about Texas!

Map of Tyler and surrounding communities including Chandler, Brownsboro, New Chapel Hill, Lindale, Whitehouse, Gresham, Flint, Noonday, Arp, Troup, and Bullard

 

The Tyler Rose Garden ... nation's largest municipal rose garden