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29 Best and Fun Things To Do In Beaumont, Texas


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There are numerous reasons to explore Beaumont, Texas. To begin with, this bustling metropolis boasts a delightful combination of culture, natural beauty, and historical significance.

It’s best known for the Spindletop-Gladys Boomtown Museum, which consists of a recreated turn-of-the-century town that allows visitors to experience what life was like during the 1900s.

The McFaddin-Ward House Historic Museum is another excellent example of early twentieth-century life from the perspective of the wealthy family who once lived there, making it a must-see for history buffs and anyone interested in historical architecture.

The city also offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities like golfing, hiking, and bird watching, with several parks and green spaces in the vicinity.

There is also the Beaumont Botanical Gardens, which boasts over 500 acres of spectacular landscaped gardens that also provide a home for thousands of migratory birds.

If this sounds like the kind of place you’d like to visit, keep reading for a list of everything else Beaumont has to offer so you can start planning your trip

The 29 Most Popular Things To Do In Beaumont, Texas

29. Beaumont Heritage Society

4.2 ★★★★☆ (5 reviews)

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Location: 3025 French Road Beaumont TX

Tel:  409 898 0348

Web Address:   http://beaumontheritage.org/

28. “Tex” Ritter Historical Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (13 reviews)

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Location: 1500 Boston Ave Nederland TX

27. Cattail Marsh

4.9 ★★★★★ (22 reviews)

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26. Chambers House Museum

4.9 ★★★★★ (33 reviews)

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Location: 2240 Calder Ave Beaumont TX

Tel:  409 832 4010

Web Address:   http://chambershouse.org/

25. John Jay French Museum

4.6 ★★★★★ (39 reviews)

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Location: 3025 French Road Beaumont TX

Tel:  409 898 0348

Web Address:   http://beaumontheritage.org/

24. World’s Largest Working Fire Hydrant

4.7 ★★★★★ (42 reviews)

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Location: 219 Main Street Beaumont TX

23. Dutch Windmill Museum

4.7 ★★★★★ (44 reviews)

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Location: 1500 Boston Ave Nederland TX

Tel:  409 723 1545

Web Address:   https://nederlandtx.com/museums/dutch-windmill-museum/

22. Dishman Art Museum

4.4 ★★★★☆ (52 reviews)

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Location: 1030 E Lavaca Street Beaumont TX

Tel:  409 880 8959

Web Address:   https://lamar.edu/dishman

21. Babe Zaharias Foundation

4.4 ★★★★☆ (72 reviews)

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Location: 1750 I 10 Frontage Road Beaumont TX

Tel:  409 833 4622

Web Address:   http://babedidriksonzaharias.org/

20. Riverfront Park

4.2 ★★★★☆ (74 reviews)

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Location: 805 Main Street Beaumont TX

Tel:  409 861 1929

19. The Art Studio Inc

4.8 ★★★★★ (111 reviews)

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Location: 720 Franklin Street Beaumont TX

Tel:  409 838 5393

Web Address:   https://artstudio.org/

18. Smith Lake Waterpark

4.6 ★★★★★ (144 reviews)

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Location: 791 West Tram Rd. Vidor TX

Tel:  409 769 5885

Web Address:   https://facebook.com/smithlakewaterpark/photos/a.502581663142406.1073741825.160738200660089/1116339341766632/

17. St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica

4.8 ★★★★★ (214 reviews)

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Location: 700 Jefferson Street Beaumont TX

Tel:  409 833 6433

Web Address:   http://stanthonycathedralbasilica.org/

16. Collier’s Ferry Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (215 reviews)

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Location: Colliers Trail Beaumont TX

Tel:  409 861 1929

Web Address:   http://beaumontcvb.com/listing/colliers-ferry-park/1300/

15. Colorado Canyon

4.4 ★★★★☆ (284 reviews)

Location: 6110 Folsom Dr Beaumont TX

Tel:  409 347 4386

Web Address:   http://coloradocanyonfun.com/

14. Beaumont Children’s Museum

4.6 ★★★★★ (317 reviews)

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Location: 701 Main Street Beaumont TX

Tel:  409 347 7919

Web Address:   http://beaumontchildrensmuseum.org/

13. Cattail Marsh Scenic Wetlands & Boardwalk

4.8 ★★★★★ (451 reviews)

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Location: 4233 Babe Zaharias Dr Beaumont TX

Tel:  409 554 2447

Web Address:   https://beaumontcvb.com/things-to-do/cattail-marsh/

12. Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (502 reviews)

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Location: 6250 Eastex Fwy Beaumont TX

Tel:  409 240 2404

Web Address:   https://urbanair.com/texas-beaumont/

11. Doornbos Heritage Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (720 reviews)

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Location: 2301 Avenue H Nederland TX

Tel:  409 724 0773

10. Tyrrell Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (893 reviews)

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Location: 5305 Tyrrell Park Road Beaumont TX

Tel:  409 838 3613

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9. Edison Museum

3.9 ★★★★☆ (30 reviews)

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Location: Edison Plaza 350 Pine Street #1750 Beaumont TX

Tel:  409 981 3089

Web Address:   http://edisonmuseum.org/

8. Art Museum of Southeast Texas

4.5 ★★★★★ (55 reviews)

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Location: 500 Main Street Beaumont TX

Tel:  409 832 3432

Web Address:   http://amset.org/

7. Texas Energy Museum

4.6 ★★★★★ (82 reviews)

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Location: 600 Main Street Beaumont TX

Tel:  409 833 5100

Web Address:   http://texasenergymuseum.org/

6. The McFaddin-Ward House Historic Museum

4.9 ★★★★★ (146 reviews)

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Location: 1906 Calder Ave Beaumont TX

Tel:  409 832 2134

Web Address:   http://mcfaddin-ward.org/

5. Beaumont Botanical Gardens

4.5 ★★★★★ (211 reviews)

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Location: 6088 Babe Zaharias Dr Beaumont TX

Tel:  409 842 3135

Web Address:   http://beaumontcvb.com/listing/beaumont-botanical-gardens-center/827/

4. Spindletop-Gladys City Boomtown Museum

4.7 ★★★★★ (258 reviews)

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Location: 5550 Jimmy Simmons Blvd Beaumont TX

Tel:  409 880 1750

Web Address:   https://lamar.edu/spindletop-gladys-city/index.html

3. Fire Museum of Texas

4.6 ★★★★★ (315 reviews)

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Location: 400 Walnut Street Beaumont TX

Tel:  409 880 3927

Web Address:   http://firemuseumoftexas.com/

2. Village Creek State Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (427 reviews)

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Location: 8854 Park Road 74 Lumberton TX

Tel:  409 755 7322

Web Address:   http://tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/village_creek/

1. Big Thicket National Preserve

4.6 ★★★★★ (1,148 reviews)

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Location: FM 420 Kountze TX

Tel:  409 951 6700

Web Address:   http://nps.gov/bith

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Beaumont, Texas! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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