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Abilene Travel Guide
Visit wonderful Abilene, a gorgeous city in the heart of Texas. Abilene was the former frontier settlement in the state of Texas, thus it has a long and important military history. This historical value shows in the buildings, the historic downtown and the many museums. Abilene was founded and incorporated into a town in 1881, and not long after, many businesses opened up making the city economically bloom. There is lot to do and even more to see at Abilene, so do not hesitate to visit this cool Texas city complete with lakes, parks, museums and amazing restaurants.
Things to Do in Abilene
There are lots of wonderful things to do in Abilene. If you like to explore museums or spend quality time outside, Abilene is the place to be. The dozens of museums and galleries in the city are ideal for travelers looking to soak up the local culture. The most popular museum is the Grace Museum which is a museum that features contemporary paintings, sculptures, kitchen equipment, and house decors. There's also a nice area for children to play in and create art pieces.
Elsewhere, due to Abilene's military background, the 12th Armored Museum displays various military equipment and is the place to learn all about Abilene's history. Elsewhere, the Frontier Texas is home to everything cowboy, including cattle runs and trails where visitors can feel like they've stepped back in time.
If you're traveling with children, plan a day at the Abilene Zoo to get up close and personal with different types of species and even feed the giraffes. After a long day of adventures, head to Jacob’s Dream, set in the University Park, to admire the beautiful monument and watch the sunset over the horizon.
Best Places to Stay in Abilene
The best areas to stay in Abilene are in the northern parts of the city close to Lake Fort Phantom Hill. Here, guests have restaurants, bars and cafes easily within reach but without the noise of the busy city center. There's a large selection of vacation home rentals in Abilene, ranging from home rentals with full kitchens and dining areas, to cozy apartments suitable for couples. If you're traveling with a family, extras such a kids high chairs and pet-friendly accommodations are also available.
Best Time to Visit Abilene
Visit Abilene in October when the rainy season has passed and the weather is generally warm and pleasant. April to October has an average temperature of 70 degrees, while May to September sees temperatures above 88 degrees and July peaks at 100 degrees. The rest of the year is not too cold, averaging 50 degrees in winter time.
Food in Abilene
Check out the many amazing Mexican restaurant of Abilene. The top choice of restaurant in the city is Abuelo’s which has a fantastic ambience and an authentic old school Southern restaurant vibe. The restaurants is also great for those who have dietary restrictions and is child-friendly.
The Weather in Abilene
This climate histogram shows you the weather patterns in Abilene. The warmest months in Abilene are May and June, when temperatures reach 109 ˚F. The coolest month is October, when temperatures drop to 17 ˚F. The wettest month in Abilene is August with 7.22 inches of rain, while the driest month is May with 0.18 inches of rain.
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Vacation Rentals in Abilene
Find the perfect rental for your trip at AllTheRooms.com. We aggregate Airbnb, Priceline, Agoda and more. Abilene has 728 hotels, vacation rentals and other special places to stay, with prices to suit careful travellers, extravagant travelers and everything in between. A trip to Abilene can be affordable - the cheapest price vacation rental is available at $17 per night. On average, a place to stay in Abilene will cost you $124 per night.
If you want to stay connected during your trip, then you can choose from over 182 accommodations in Abilene that have WiFi. 32 places to stay include a morning meal. You can keep up with your workout regime by staying at one of 23 accommodations that provide gym facilities. If you are driving to Abilene, you'll want to pick from 187 places to stay that provide parking. We track 48 places to stay that have a pool or jacuzzi.
If you're traveling with your best friend, then make sure to select one of the 58 pet-friendly accommodations available.
We combine a wide variety of Abilene accommodations including vacation rentals, home stays, hostels and other unique places to stay into one easy search. We show results from more than 3 providers, including 151 places to stay from Airbnb, 37 accommodations from Priceline and 17 places to stay from Agoda.
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