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14 Best and Fun Things To Do In Sherman, Texas


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If you want to experience a wide variety of things to do, from art galleries and historic museums to outdoor attractions and escape rooms, Sherman is the place to visit! It overflows with excitement and fun, making it a fantastic vacation destination for the whole family.

Located ten miles south of Lake Texoma, one of the state’s largest reservoirs, Sherman is renowned for its excellent camping, fishing, hiking, and sailing opportunities. In addition, the city has excellent breweries, restaurants, and shops.

Additionally, Austin College is located in Sherman. It is a private liberal arts school, and the oldest institution in Texas still operating under its original charter.

Here’s our list of the best and most fun things to do in Sherman, Texas, to help you plan your trip

The 14 Most Popular Things To Do In Sherman, Texas

14. Outlaw Trails Museum

4.6 ★★★★★ (5 reviews)

Location: 118 W Lamar Street Sherman TX

13. James G. Thompson Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (56 reviews)

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Location: Pottsboro TX

Tel:  903 786 2281

Web Address:   http://pottsboro.govoffice2.com/index.asp

12. The Splash Family Aquatic Center

4.3 ★★★★☆ (159 reviews)

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Location: 1121 W Taylor Street Sherman TX

Tel:  903 892 7307

Web Address:   http://shermanparks.com/the-splash-pool/

11. Pecan Grove Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (430 reviews)

Location: 3200 Canyon Creek Dr Sherman TX

Tel:  903 892 7206

Web Address:   https://ci.sherman.tx.us/465/Pecan-Grove-Park-West

10. Hawn Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (474 reviews)

Location: 1202 S Dewey Ave Sherman TX

Tel:  903 892 7344

Web Address:   http://ci.sherman.tx.us/

9. Sherman Jazz Museum

5.0 ★★★★★ (13 reviews)

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Location: 201 E Lamar Street Sherman TX

Web Address:   http://shermanjazzmuseum.com/

8. Perrin AFB Historical Museum

5.0 ★★★★★ (46 reviews)

Location: 436 McCullum Ave Denison TX

Tel:  903 786 8741

Web Address:   http://perrinafbhistoricalmuseum.org/

7. Harber Wildlife Museum

4.6 ★★★★★ (87 reviews)

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Location: 4703 Texoma Pkwy Sherman TX

Tel:  903 771 1134

Web Address:   http://harberwildlifemuseum.com/

6. The Sherman Museum

4.5 ★★★★★ (96 reviews)

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Location: 301 S Walnut Street Sherman TX

Tel:  903 893 7623

Web Address:   http://theshermanmuseum.org/

5. Binkley Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (117 reviews)

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Location: 101 Binkley Park Dr Sherman TX

Tel:  903 892 7344

Web Address:   https://ci.sherman.tx.us/index.aspx

4. Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park

4.0 ★★★★☆ (245 reviews)

Location: 3401 Southbend Dr Denison TX

Tel:  430 205 1730

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

3. Eisenhower Birthplace State Historic Site

4.6 ★★★★★ (324 reviews)

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Location: 609 S Lamar Ave Denison TX

Tel:  903 465 8908

Web Address:   http://visiteisenhowerbirthplace.com/

2. Herman Baker Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (491 reviews)

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Location: 2500 W Center Street Sherman TX

Tel:  903 892 7344

Web Address:   http://ci.sherman.tx.us/index.aspx

1. Fairview Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (802 reviews)

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Location: 1121 W Taylor Street Sherman TX

Tel:  903 892 7344

Web Address:   http://shermanparks.com/parks-facilities/fairview-park/

Final Words:

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

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