Quick Summary: Home to one-of-a-kind historic sites, mysteries of the Wild West, and places where characters from classic children's stories come to life, Abilene is a typical West Texas town that has embodied the spirit of the frontier. Also known as the "Official Storybook Capital of Texas," Abilene offers a variety of things to see and do for the whole family while embracing its Western history and heritage through fun activities, adventures, and excursions. Here are the best things to do in Abilene, Texas.


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1. 12th Armored Division Memorial Museum

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2. Abilene Zoological Gardens

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3. The Grace Museum

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4. Discovery Center Creation Emporium

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5. Fort Phantom Hill, Abilene, Texas

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6. Frontier Texas!

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7. Morgan Jones Planetarium

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8. National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature (NCCIL)

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9. Paramount Theatre

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10. Play Faire Park

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11. Sup Abilene Lake Fort Phantom Kayak Rentals

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12. The Swenson House

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13. The Winery at Willow Creek

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