This Road Trip To Texas’ Most Majestic Castles Is Like Something From A Fairytale

Castles are some of the most magnificent buildings in the world. Normally, when we think about them, our mind instantly goes to the ones in Europe where queens and kings live. What if I told you Texas had its fair share of castles? It's true - and while they may not be as grandiose as their European counterparts, they're the next best thing without even having to leave our state. Here is a castle road trip in Texas that will take you to nine of the most majestic castles and make you feel as if you've entered a fairytale.

As usual, the Google Map has been created for you and can be found here. Have fun being king (or queen) for a day!

1. Captain Charles Schreiner Mansion, Kerrville

This castle road trip in Texas begins at the Captain Charles Schreiner Mansion which was designed in 1879 by British architect Alfred Giles. It's now a registered Historic Landmark in Texas and can be rented out for private occasions. Visit the castle's Facebook for more information.

2. Falkenstein Castle, Burnet

Falkenstein Castle is a breathtaking architectural deep in the heart of Texas functioning primarily as a wedding chapel. There are few venues more romantic than a castle to tie the knot in. For more information on this castle, read our previous coverage.

3. Old Red Museum, Dallas

(Editor's Note: Old Red Museum is moving and reopening as the Old Red Courthouse. Check the website for updates.)

Also a historic landmark, Old Red Museum was originally designed to be a courthouse but has been restored to a museum. It's open daily to the public for tours. For more information, visit the website.

4. Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament, Dallas

Experience the Renaissance firsthand at this eclectic entertainment venue as you watch jousting tournaments, eat a king's feast, and see knights in shining armor stationed at every corner. You'll be taken far away from Texas, that's for sure. Read more about Medieval Times in our previous coverage.

5. Shelby County Courthouse Square, Center

This grandiose courthouse was built in 1885 and is meant to be reminiscent of an Irish castle. Today, it's the visitor's center for Shelby County and is open to the public daily.

6. Bishop's Palace, Galveston

Bishop's Palace was built in 1892 as a home for lawyer and politician Walter Gresham and his family. It acquired its current name in 1923 after being sold to the Roman Catholic Diocese of Galveston. It's open for daily tours and can also be rented for special occasions. I've toured it many times and can vouch for its magnificence and Victorian beauty. Visit this webpage for more information.

7. Trube Castle, Galveston

As one of the most majestic castles in Texas, this was built in 1890 by Alfred Muller. Also in Galveston, It's over 7,000 square feet with a whopping 21 rooms and you can read the historical marker outside the property. For more information on Trube Castle, visit this webpage.

8. Maverick-Carter House, San Antonio

The Maverick-Carter House was also designed by Alfred Giles in the image of grand Roman castles. It's now considered one of the most historic landmarks in San Antonio (next to the Alamo, of course.) Visit the website for more information.

9. Elisabet Ney Mansion, Austin

(Editor's Note: Elisabet Ney Museum is temporarily closed. Check the website for updates.)

Once home to its namesake, sculptor Elisabet Ney, this beautiful mansion has been converted into a museum where tours are offered. Ney was a royal sculptor for the court of King George V of Hanover, so needless to say, her skills were impeccable and are reflected in this marvelous piece of architecture. For more information, visit the website.

Are you ready to take a castle road trip in Texas? Let us know if you've been to any of these castles or if we missed any you think belong on this list.