48-hour guide to Abilene, Texas
The Grace Museum
Art museum · Abilene
The Grace Museum is housed in a beautifully restored 1909 hotel and showcases American art and local history through rotating exhibitions and interactive galleries, serving as a cultural cornerstone of Abilene.
Perini Ranch Steakhouse
Steak house · Buffalo Gap
Perini Ranch Steakhouse, just outside Abilene, is a family-owned venue renowned for its mesquite-grilled steaks and authentic Texas atmosphere, offering a taste of local culinary traditions in a rustic setting.
Frontier Texas!
History museum · Abilene
Frontier Texas! is an interactive museum bringing the Old West to life with immersive exhibits and multimedia presentations, allowing visitors to experience the stories of early Texas settlers and Native Americans.
Vagabond Pizza
Pizza restaurant · Abilene
Vagabond Pizza is a locally owned pizzeria known for its wood-fired pizzas and craft beer selection, offering a cozy ambiance and quality ingredients that make it a favorite among locals and visitors.
The Local
Temporarily Closed
The Local is a contemporary Mexican eatery in downtown Abilene offering street tacos and craft cocktails with a vibrant atmosphere and innovative menu that appeals to food enthusiasts.
National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature
Children's museum · Abilene
This unique museum celebrates children's book illustrators with rotating exhibitions of original artwork, making it a delightful spot for families and art lovers to explore children's literature.