Tyler, TX is a vibrant city located in East Texas with much to offer. Its proximity to major cities such as Dallas and Houston make it an ideal destination for visitors looking for a break from the hustle and bustle of the larger metropolises. Tyler is known for its historic downtown, its natural beauty, its great shopping, and its delicious foodie scene. Visitors enjoy outdoor activities like fishing or kayaking on nearby Lake Tyler or biking along the many trails in the area. The local art galleries are also popular attractions where you can find unique artwork from around the state.
The reviews of Tyler, TX are overwhelmingly positive, with many touting it as one of the best cities in East Texas. People praise the friendly locals and small-town charm that permeates the city's streets and parks. There's something for everyone here - whether you're looking for a night out on the town or a peaceful stroll in nature, Tyler has it all! Its diverse population ensures that there's always something interesting going on. People love how convenient it is to get around due to its proximity to other cities and airports, making it a great place to live or visit.
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Retiring in Tyler - 12/27/2015
Pros: Awesome public library, pretty city, good gardening soil, friendly people, lovely historic homes, good medical facilities, good selection of stores and educational opportunities, good church selection.
Cons: Bad traffic; If you buy a house in Tyler be prepared to wait a LONG time to sell it, scary weather, City officials aren't easy to work with. Young neighbor who worked as an EKG technician said employers wouldn't hire her for more than 30 hrs/week so she moved to Dallas.
I moved from Austin, TX to Tyler to retire in February, 2015. I wanted to live in a smaller city with less traffic, lower taxes, and less overcrowding.
I didn't realize just how bad Tyler traffic was (Loop 323 & Broadway for example). Even people who have lived in Tyler a long time concede the traffic is bad.
I decided after living for only a week in Tyler that I'd made a mistake. I never unpacked. I found a house in a smaller town an hour away, put
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Tea Party Hell - 7/4/2015
I came to Tyler because I was desperate to get out of the city in Dallas. I was attracted because it was a smaller town back in 2000 but it had UT at Tyler and other higher education. I was happy at first but it started growing fast and they love to tear down what made it unique..the pine trees of the Big Piney Woods. Also it was extremely conservative but I thought I could adjust. It has become the bastion of Tea Party hell. With extreme Baptist insider culture I just can't take this place anymore. I'm looking to move.
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Great town! - 5/13/2015
"An Acquired Taste" - Drivel. Tyler is a wonderful town with some really great people, from all walks of life. Every barrel has some bad apples; I for one have never heard a racial slur used in public. I've lived here since '01 and it's the best town I have ever resided in (including Houston and Los Angeles). Great
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An Acquired Taste - 3/17/2013
I moved here in Oct '05 and lets just say it was a complete culture shock. I felt like I time warped back to the 1950's. How so .... well the residents still say racial slurs in public and act like there is nothing wrong with it. When we first moved here the realtor said we don't want to live in the north side of town because it was mostly ethnic neighborhoods ( I am trying to be a little nicer about what he said). If you plan on trying to climb the corporate ladder then you had better know someone. Just to give you an idea of how bad the good ol boy network is here almost all of management at one of the local companies (biggest employer of smith co) lives in Arp or Whitehouse (towns 15 mins of each other). If you are not religious or don't like to get drunk everyday then don't move here.
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A great place to live! - 3/10/2010
I was born and raised in Tyler and have lived in many places across the country since I graduated high school. Tyler is a great place to raise a family. It has very little crime in comparison to other cities of similar size and jobs are pretty easy to come by. After living in Michigan, Washington, Oklahoma, California, Arkansas, Colorado, Nevada, and Utah; Tyler is a dream compared to the rest of the country. People are very friendly granted not alot of nightlife and yes very conservative but would you rather have your children living in a crime ridden dirty slum or in Tyler where you are safe and not exposed to the lower rung of society? The public schools are wonderful however if you have the choice I would choose Robert E Lee high school system over John Tyler. I am a John Tyler graduate and trust me you would rather send your children to Lee. Just stay away from the northside of town anywhere north of hwy 31 avoid completely everywhere else is absolutely a dream. If you are
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Tyler - 9/23/2009
I don't understand what some of you people have against Conservative towns, and Christians?? Hypocracy exists to a certain extent, EVERYWHERE! For the most part Tyler is a lovely little city. As far as traffic, I must agree on the conjestion problem. I do not live in Tyler, but visit frequently. As far as having NO CULTURE, I don't agree with that either. There is also three universities. For a city it's size, and if you don't mind traffic, it's a nice town. The areas also has some of the loveliest countryside in
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Tyler, pretty town, not much culture - 8/13/2009
I have lived here for almost 3 years, and while I love Texas, I am very ready to get out of Tyler. It is very conservative and as a single mom in my 30's, I have had a difficult time meeting people I can relate to. If you do not belong to a church, you are out of luck. The Pentecostal and Baptist churches rule here. I don't care about the bar scene at all, but it would be nice if there were some options as far as a place to see some good music. Also, it is somewhat of a cultural void here.
It is very pretty though. Pine trees and decent parks, and the Azalea District is beautiful. Definitely a great place to raise kids, particularly is you are conservative and go to church. I know Tyler is growing, so maybe that will be a
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Tyler is GREAT for the elderly - 7/27/2009
This town is ideal for people who are entering retirement. Despite having 2 institutions of higher education, it's not great for young people or college students. Tyler is very conservative, and entertainment is limited to a couple of movie theaters, and a few small bars that close by midnight. For the East Texas area, cost of living in Tyler is high, and the traffic can be slow and frustrating for people used to big cities or rural communities. Major roads become very congested at peak rush times. Retirees on a fixed income should be aware that energy costs are also much higher than neighboring areas with regulated utilities, such as Longview or Kilgore. People in Tyler are generally friendly, but the town has grown past small town comfort- but it has not grown into big city culture and
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