Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Abilene April 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Abilene](https://expedia.ca/Abilene-Hotels.d266.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Abilene](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Abilene.d266.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Abilene Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Abilene.d266.Car-Rental-Guide)[Abilene Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Abilene.d266.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Abilene, TX ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Abilene Types of activities Where to stay [Abilene travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Abilene.dx266) ![Aerial View of Downtown Abilene, Texas at N 1st and Cypress Streets Featuring Historic Buildings](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/266/af5e79e8-5c78-41b0-9318-ff2cef74d4e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![First Baptist Church in Abilene, Texas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/266/fc10749c-b87a-43c4-a870-d434cbc4f18f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Taylor County Courthouse in Abilene, Texas, Historic](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/266/444222dd-8ee2-41ae-a1c5-2ebbdcabf489.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial View of Abilene Texas Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/266/b773febe-072f-49be-b8bf-616f6db8c9c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial View of Abilene Texas Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/266/8bab0a77-9642-4b11-8aa3-d5352bf04768.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Abilene Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Abilene has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Abilene is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Abilene to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Abilene Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Abilene. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Abilene attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## Recommended things to do in Abilene | Number of things to do | 1 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [General Admission: The Grace Museum Ticket](/things-to-do/skip-the-line-general-admission-the-grace-museum-ticket.a1360931.activity-details): CA $12 | | Top 5 things to do | [General Admission: The Grace Museum Ticket](/things-to-do/skip-the-line-general-admission-the-grace-museum-ticket.a1360931.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [General Admission: The Grace Museum Ticket](/things-to-do/skip-the-line-general-admission-the-grace-museum-ticket.a1360931.activity-details) | | With kids | | ## What to do in Abilene --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Abilene ![Hardin Simmons University](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/266/8e8fb4b0-9e88-486c-93af-7c803d4353ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hardin Simmons University Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Hardin Simmons University, during your travels in Abilene. Experience the entertainment venues and theater scene in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Hardin-Simmons-University-Abilene.d6167385.Vacation-Attraction) #### Abilene Christian University Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Abilene Christian University, during your travels in Abilene. Discover the cocktail bars and entertainment venues in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Abilene-Christian-University-Abilene.d6167391.Vacation-Attraction) #### Dyess Air Force Base Dyess Air Force Base is just one of the places to see in Abilene, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the cocktail bars and entertainment venues in this trendy area. [](https://expedia.ca/Dyess-Air-Force-Base-Abilene.d6167376.Vacation-Attraction) #### Abilene Zoo See the exotic and native animals who live at Abilene Zoo during your trip to Abilene. Discover the cocktail bars and entertainment venues in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Abilene-Zoo-Abilene.d6167361.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mall of Abilene You can enjoy retail therapy at Mall of Abilene during your trip to Abilene. Discover the cocktail bars and entertainment venues in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Mall-Of-Abilene-Abilene.d6167367.Vacation-Attraction) #### Taylor County Expo Center After visiting Taylor County Expo Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Abilene. Experience the entertainment venues and theater scene in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Taylor-County-Expo-Center-Abilene.d6167382.Vacation-Attraction) #### Hendrick Medical Center Though Hendrick Medical Center might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Abilene while you are here. [](https://expedia.ca/Hendrick-Medical-Center-Abilene.d624556460531200000.Vacation-Attraction) #### McMurry University Explore the campus of McMurry University, during your travels in Abilene. Experience the area's theater scene and entertainment venues. [](https://expedia.ca/McMurry-University-Over-Place-Area.d6167371.Vacation-Attraction) #### Abilene Regional Medical Center Though Abilene Regional Medical Center might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Abilene while you are here. [](https://expedia.ca/Abilene-Regional-Medical-Center-Abilene.d624552453995704320.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Abilene ![Abilene Texas Downtown City Skyliine Late Summer Weekend Afternoon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/943592729968017408/89dae328-4a3d-46e1-952c-b71d209f5dcf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Abilene While visiting Downtown Abilene, you might make a stop by sights like Grace Museum and Paramount Theatre. [](https://expedia.ca/Abilene-Downtown-Abilene.dx943592729968017408) ![Autumn in Abilene State Park, Texas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976469542/83ae5f19-7e7e-4aa3-b64e-c10d7fc76a97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Over Place Area Though Over Place Area might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mall of Abilene and Grace Museum. [](https://expedia.ca/Abilene-Over-Place-Area.dx553248635976469542) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Elmwood Area While Elmwood Area might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Rose Park Tennis Center and Dyess Air Force Base. [](https://expedia.ca/Abilene-Elmwood-Area.dx553248635976477543) ![Historic water tower from the 1930s in a wooded area in the Abilene State Park in Texas, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976474173/1e1c4b6d-e4b7-48d0-9cc1-c9ee089c775e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sayles Blvd. Area Sayles Blvd. Area might not have many top sights, but Rose Park Tennis Center and Grace Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.ca/Abilene-Sayles-Blvd-Area.dx553248635976474173) ![3D illustration rendering of an empty street in an old wild west town with wooden buildings.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976471648/25f83903-dc31-4abe-8e98-d14132b145af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Original Town North While visiting Original Town North, you might make a stop by sights like Paramount Theatre and Grace Museum. [](https://expedia.ca/Abilene-Original-Town-North.dx553248635976471648) ![Top view downtown Waco and Cultural District from Washington Avenue Bridge cross Brazos River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/943594982399442944/09da9281-50e5-41b7-88ab-370b9e892915.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### SoDA District Though SoDA District might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Grace Museum and Paramount Theatre. [](https://expedia.ca/Abilene-SoDA-District.dx943594982399442944) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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