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2 Best and Fun Things To Do In Bellville, Texas


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Every spring, this small town in Austin County puts on one of the most magical wildflower displays in all of Texas, earning it the title the “Belle of Bluebonnet Country”.

Located less than an hour west of Houston, Bellville features one public library, one newspaper, and enough attractions to keep you occupied for an entire day and then some.

From a quirky antique shop specializing in American and European pieces, to a medieval castle on the outskirts of town, Bellville is full of surprises!

It’s also home to several historic buildings and sites, as well as it’s very own nineteenth-century blacksmith that produces beautiful handcrafted knives.

You can also find plenty of places to eat and drink here after a long day of sightseeing, such as the Bellville Meat Market and Huff Brewing Company.

Want to know more about what this gem of a town has to offer? Keep reading for a comprehensive list of all there is to do here so you can make the most out of your trip

The 2 Most Popular Things To Do In Bellville, Texas

2. Historic Austin County Jail Museum

4.6 ★★★★★ (41 reviews)

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Credit: Larry D. Moore, License, Wikimedia commons

Location: 36 S Bell Street Bellville TX

Web Address:   https://austincounty.com/page/austin.Museum

1. Newman’s Castle

4.3 ★★★★☆ (293 reviews)

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Credit: Emmalee Cochrane, Google Maps

Location: 1041 Old Hwy 36 Bellville TX

Tel:  979 865 9804

Web Address:   http://newmanscastle.com/

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