San Jacinto Plaza

A historic square known for its alligator sculpture, chess tables, and being a central gathering spot for community events and celebrations.

114 West Mills Avenue

Tips from the community

San Jacinto Plaza, the historic El Paso, Texas park that was originally the town square and home to real alligators, is a lively spot for a picnic followed by games like ping-pong, chess, and washoes: a yard game similar to cornhole. Situated in the heart of downtown El Paso, a fiberglass alligator sculpture by Luis Jiménez pays homage to the alligators that once called the popular park home.

laurenmack 3 years ago