What to do in Abilene

Looking for something to do while you're in town and not at the Western Heritage Classic? Visit our local restaurants and neat attractions.

Where to Eat

Abilene is fortunate to have many wonderful restaurants that will satisfy your culinary desires. Please browse our options here.

The Sights

Abilene Zoo - Discover the wonderful world of wildlife at the Abilene Zoo! With recent improvements and expansion to the exhibits, the Abilene Zoo is home to over 600 animals from around the globe. For more information visit their website.

Buffalo Gap Historic Village - Take a quick drive to the town of Buffalo Gap and visit their Historic Village with more than 15 historic buildings for you to explore including a historic playground for kids! Take a tour through their gift shop filled with old fashioned snacks, candy, and a soda bar, and an endless supply of gifts and books published by the local State House Press. Make a reservation for Perini's Steak House located just outside of Buffalo Gap. Click here for more information!

Frontier Texas! - If you're interested in learning more about the history of West Texas and "The Big Country" then check out our local museum Frontier Texas! Frontier Texas is a western heritage center that allows visitors to relive the Old West with the help of state-of-the-art technology. Frontier Texas brings the frontier to life and lets visitors meet people who played out their lives on the Texas frontier. Frontier Texas also serves as the official visitor center for Abilene and the Texas Forts Trail Region. Experience the Old West like never before Frontier Texas! style!

The Grace Museum - The Grace Museum maintains a unique position among West Texas attractions. Housed in a historically significant 105 year-old building, The Grace Museum is recognized as an asset for its cultural heritage as well as its educational opportunities. If you have young children, we recommend taking them to the 2nd floor of the Grace Museum to their Children's Museum where they can learn and play in a safe and air conditioned environment. Follow this link for more information!

Prime Time Family Entertainment Center - In the mood for some bowling, laser tag, batting cages, miniature golf, and arcades? Then head down to Prime Time for a night of family fun.

For more information regarding activities, places to stay and eat, visit the Abilene Convention and Visitors Bureau's website http://www.abilenevisitors.com/