- Our list of the best things to do in Abilene, Texas, features the top 24 nearby activities — including 8 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Abilene, TX has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Entertainment & Shows, Outdoor Places, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 24 things to do within the city of Abilene, TX
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Drivers get behind the wheel of Lamborghinis, Corvettes, Ferraris, and more in a three or five lap experience
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Learn how the west was won with a visit to Frontier Texas! This western heritage center features Cowboys, Indians, and Buffalo Hunters, all on display in state-of-the-art interactive displays and multimedia exhibits.
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Originally built in 1930 and fully restored in 1986, the Paramount Theatre in Abilene is one of the showcase venues in the American Southwest. This landmark theatre hosts plays, musicals, movies and more, year round.
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Featuring over 600 animals, Abilene Zoo is just the right size for an afternoon animal experience for the entire family. Let the kids feed the Giraffes, or take a fun train ride around the zoo, you will be glad you made the trip.
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42 votes
North First and Cedar streets, Abilene, TX
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The National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature is an attraction to be enjoyed by the child in all of us. This free museum collaborates with famous artists and illustrators to create exhibits that bring written words to life.
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Take a tour of the 12th Armored Division Memorial Museum for an in-depth history of World War II and the U.S. Army. Historical materials are on display, and children's educational programs are offered.
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109 votes
4541 Loop 322, Abilene, TX 79602
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Abilene's ultimate family-friendly recreation complex is Prime Time Family Entertainment Center. This place has it all, including 16 lanes of bowling, Go Karts, mini golf, billiards, bumper cars, and hundreds of arcade games.
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Take a trip back in time by visiting Town and Country Drive-In, a throwback venue where you can watch the latest movies outdoors under the stars. Featuring 4 digital cinema screens and a large concession area, your family will love as much as you did as a child.
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Created as an outpost to protect settlers moving across Texas in the 1850's, Fort Phantom Hill contains remnants of the difficult life during that time in history. Several structures still remain on the 38-acre site, and visitors can take self-guided tours to learn the story of the outpost.
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The Winery at Willow Creek is a craft winery with a laid-back attitude and atmosphere. It welcomes visitors, and often hosts live music and invites food trucks with local specialties for tastings.
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The Grace Museum features five art galleries that showcase both temporary exhibitions and permanent collection works. The site also features a children's museum and a recreated boot shop for guests to enjoy.