Day Trip to Marfa 🧑🏻🚀 (FULL EPISODE) S3 E9
THROWBACK EPISODE - This episode originally aired on PBS on May 31, 2012. Some of the locations may have changed. Check thedaytripper.com for the most up-to-date information.
Part Texas. Part Mars. All Marfa. This West Texas town is a unique blossom of art and creativity in the desert and makes for one day trip unlike any other.
To really get the lay of the land, head to the Presidio County Courthouse, which was built in 1886, where you’ll get a view of the entire town from the top of the courthouse.
If you pull up to this Prada store and were hoping to buy the designer’s new collection, well…sorry to disappoint but you won’t find any employees here - and none of the purses have bottoms…but that’s because this is an art installation instead of a store. Built in 2005, it’s just as artsy and strange as Marfa, itself!
For a truly Marfa-esque experience, visit the Chinati Foundation for artworks housed in 15 buildings by World famous artists, including Donald Judd. You’ll find art works that fill up entire warehouses, the works of John Chamberlain, the Car Crusher and altogether mind-blowing and brain twisting works of art.
Transport yourself back in time by visiting Hotel Paisano. Not only is this classic hotel filled with amazing architecture, it’s also where Elizabeth Taylor and James Dean stayed during the filming of the 1956 classic film “Giant.”
Besides being filled with amazing art and culture, Marfa is also world famous for gliding. Hop in a Glider with Marfa Gliders for smooth sailing through the air with an outstanding view of the town down below and the Davis Mountains in the distance!
The Marfa Lights are one of the greatest mysteries in Texas. The strange flashing lights have been around since the 1880s, and no one can for sure say what they are. Are they cars? UFO Lights? Ghosts? Guess you’ll have to visit to decide for yourself.
Unfortunately, Squeeze has permanently closed since filming.
Just like you wouldn’t expect to find a shark in the middle of the desert, you’d never guess that this Mediterranean food truck in far West Texas is one of the best eateries in town! You’ve gotta try the Marfalafel which is like a Greek salad topped with falafel balls and wrapped in a tortilla. Just be sure you get there early - it’s a Marfa favorite!
This old garage has been transformed into one of the best pizzerias in West Texas. The hand-tossed slices come piled with gooey cheese and your choice of fresh local ingredients. Pizza Foundation is only open Friday - Sunday.
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And they say Austin is weird? This place takes the cake!
I've only spent a few hours in Marfa....need to take some time to enjoy a few days next trip out.
I really enjoy the remoteness and landscape of the Marfa/Ft Davis area. I've always thought though that the type of contemporary art featured there has an "Emperor's New Clothes" feel to it. Since all the cool and sophisticated people think it's important and insightful, the rest of us just squint, nod our heads, stroke our chins while thinking "something must be wrong with me, I just don't get it".
That railroad shot-please confirm that you or videographer were not walking down the tracks. Love this channel.
IDK about the Falafel being served in a flour tortilla...sort of vlands out the taste of pita bread that its traditionally served in but if I remember growing up in Marfa...international type foods aren't found easily in Marfa.
"Sam Houston"😂😂😂
Great video, love Marfa and surrender area. Great video Chet and team, really enjoyed the astronaut 👽👽
WooHoo Like #2 I love all your videos. TX is awesome!
The falafel would be vegetarian also.
Chet with eyes wide open. Looks like elmer fudd. 😂😂😂😂😂
@TheDaytripper
5 ай бұрын
🤠
Went to see the Marfa lights but all I saw was Bud Lights.
The planes look better than the self proclaimed art.
Prada VALENTINE
@TheDaytripper
5 ай бұрын
Should be...
@cameraman655
5 ай бұрын
Yep, definitely a long haul from Marfa, a change in the place name is due.
Yeah, I was out there in ‘14’ staying in a Mongolian Yurt at El Cosmico. I walked into the communal area, hoping to catch a little news. When I mentioned FOX News, you could have heard a pin drop, it was suggested that I leave, outnumbered by some 20+ backpackers, well…Definitely lacking the ol’ Texas hospitality.
@Texasbluestunes
Ай бұрын
As none of them were Texans.
I wonder if Marfa still has the annual Marfa Mystery Lighrs Festival....anyone know?
@trannydevitoe3933
5 ай бұрын
Yes is still happens
I wish that you could of experience the Pizza Foundation, it's the best pizza of all of West Texas.
One place I won't visit. To strange for me.
I'm by no means an art expert, but that was a stretch.
All of these food places are permanently closed. Was this filmed precovid??
@TheDaytripper
5 ай бұрын
Yes. This is from Season 3. Info in the caption.
@trannydevitoe3933
5 ай бұрын
@@TheDaytripperthanks, I thought I was losing it for a moment. Love your channel man.
Go to Pecos home of the world’s first rodeo!!
@williamdieffenbach3264
4 ай бұрын
And 285
Hot DOG i'm here first ....ok 2nd
Shouldn't this be S3E9? :)
Keep on 'dissing Fort Stockton. Marfa is on regular rotation, weirdo. Especially for anyone with a Harley. Come see us.
@theguardowl
5 ай бұрын
Is there anything else in Fort Stockton these days other then the McDonald's and Wlamart?
@kennycraven2648
5 ай бұрын
A big roadrunner
@KerryWaldrip
5 ай бұрын
@@theguardowl Lots of hidden gems.
@gonzaler99
28 күн бұрын
@@theguardowl KBobs and Dominos
I was going to send this to my friends and family, but the two minutes or so that you spent on the Marfa Lights were terrible. I am disappointed.
Stupid boxes not art
@cameraman655
5 ай бұрын
Agreed!