About Mercedes

Mercedes is one of various cities in Hidalgo County. Known as "The Queen City of the Valley", Mercedes is part of the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area. Major attractions include the Wes-Mer Drive-In Theater and the Rio Grande Valley Premium Outlets. One of the best places to visit when you are in Mercedes is the Rio Grande Valley Premium Outlets. With 140 stores these outlets have something for everyone in the family. Some of the stores include OshKosh B' gosh, PacSun, Old Navy, and Aldo. Some of the schools in Mercedes include The Science Academy of South Texas and South Texas High School for Health Professions. For those that like to stay fit or learn self defense The Practical Trainer offers different kinds of trainings that will help you accomplish your goals. Mercedes, Texas is only half an hour away from San Benito, hometown of famous singer and songwriter Freddy Fender.

-- Latest Update 2010/08/03 by Saed30