This was originally the home of the last president of the Republic of Texas. Today costumed docents, and real sheep and cows, recreate farm life in the 1850s.
Barrington Living History Farm
Lonely Planet's must-see attractions
Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site
0.57 MILES
This state historic site preserves and recreates parts of the original settlement that numbered 200 people in 1835. Make sure to watch the visitor center…
George Bush Presidential Library & Museum
22.46 MILES
Whether you agree with the former president's politics or not, it's hard not to be fascinated by this museum. Exhibits trace George HW Bush's life and…
18.09 MILES
The local history museum is housed in a landmark 1915 building. Exhibits are well funded and include the life of a local man serving as a confederate…
0.59 MILES
The Star of The Republic Museum tells a glossy story of early Texas through artifacts and exhibits.
22.84 MILES
Over 102,000 fans pack behemoth Kyle Field for Aggie games. It's one of largest football stadiums in this football-crazed state – one notorious for…
17.42 MILES
Explore the museum-like visitors center before heading to the gift shop and ice-cream parlor (scoop $1). Oddly there are no weekend hours. Production…
18.23 MILES
Duck into Belle's Alley, between Alamo and Commerce Sts, on your downtown wanderings. There tiny Toubin Park has illustrated signs that show the story of…
Texas A&M Appelt Aggieland Visitor Center
23.03 MILES
You have to book ahead for a free walking tour offered by the visitor center. If you plan to explore the campus on your own, stop here first to pick up a…
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1. Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site
0.57 MILES
This state historic site preserves and recreates parts of the original settlement that numbered 200 people in 1835. Make sure to watch the visitor center…
2. Star of the Republic Museum
0.59 MILES
The Star of The Republic Museum tells a glossy story of early Texas through artifacts and exhibits.
3. Chappell Hill Lavender Farms
6.83 MILES
Eight miles northeast of town, spring smells awfully sweet at this flower farm. Here you can picnic, roam the fields and cut your own lavender – or shop…
17.42 MILES
Explore the museum-like visitors center before heading to the gift shop and ice-cream parlor (scoop $1). Oddly there are no weekend hours. Production…
18.09 MILES
The local history museum is housed in a landmark 1915 building. Exhibits are well funded and include the life of a local man serving as a confederate…
18.23 MILES
Duck into Belle's Alley, between Alamo and Commerce Sts, on your downtown wanderings. There tiny Toubin Park has illustrated signs that show the story of…
20.79 MILES
This lovely little vineyard in the country has several well-regarded wines, including a much-lauded Blanc du Bois. Three to four tours are offered on…
8. George Bush Presidential Library & Museum
22.46 MILES
Whether you agree with the former president's politics or not, it's hard not to be fascinated by this museum. Exhibits trace George HW Bush's life and…