Things To Do

Taylor County Taphouse

Where we went on our first date!! Locally owned, scratch-made everything, craft beers, craft cocktails, great wine.

The Grace Museum

The Grace Museum is a place for all ages to explore art, history and creativity. Our 1909 building was originally the Hotel Grace, and was built to welcome travelers on the railroad. Since 1992, The Grace Museum has been a cornerstone to Abilene’s downtown revival into a welcoming center of the arts, dining and family activities for this dynamic west Texas town.

Grain Theory

Grain Theory a brewpub located in downtown Abilene, focusing on quality beer, wine, food, and coffee.

Monks Coffee Shop

Quirky and comfy. They've got a variety of delicious drink offerings.

La Villa

One of Abilene's most unique shopping spots. Think indoor flea market, but in a good way. One of our favorite places.

Play Faire Park

Play Faire Park is the oldest continuously operating miniature golf course in Texas. Since 1947, the Park has been home to multiple generations of fond memories.

Abilene Zoo

Frontier Texas!

Frontier Texas is a history museum, gift shop and the official visitor center for Abilene and the Texas Forts Trail Region.

Abilene State Park

Abilene State Park is a 529.4-acre state park next to Lake Abilene about 15 miles southwest of Abilene, Texas on FM 89. The park opened on May 10, 1934 and is managed by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

Taylor County History Center/Buffalo Gap Historic Village

Historic frontier-town complex of buildings from the 1880s to 1920s with an art gallery & gift shop.