Museum of the Big Bend Tours

Curious minds will love spending the day at Museum of the Big Bend. Here, you can pore over fascinating displays and exhibits that breathe life back into days gone by.

This collection of historical artifacts is in Alpine, a place that has so much going for it! Sul Ross State University, Kokernot Field, and Kiowa Gallery are other interesting sightseeing opportunities close by when you've finished up at Museum of the Big Bend.

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OYO Alpine TX near Big Bend National Park

OYO Alpine TX near Big Bend National Park

2.5 out of 5
Price was $650, price is now $569 per person
$569
per person
Nov 2 - Nov 7
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Marfa (MRF)
4.6/10 (442 reviews)
It was awesome experience

Reviewed on Aug 28, 2025

Terlingua Ranch Lodge

Terlingua Ranch Lodge

3 out of 5
Price was $937, price is now $835 per person
$835
per person
Nov 2 - Nov 7
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Marfa (MRF)
8.6/10 Excellent! (472 reviews)
13 miles off the main road.If you want quiet and dark skies this is the place.Restaurant was pretty good and staff very friendly.Rooms clean and tidy.

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2025

Big Bend Station

Big Bend Station

2 out of 5
Price was $870, price is now $785 per person
$785
per person
Nov 2 - Nov 7
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Marfa (MRF)
8/10 Very Good! (38 reviews)
All we needed. Convenient to Big Bend.

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025

Reviews of Museum of the Big Bend

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
45
5 - Excellent 70%
4 - Good
13
4 - Good 20%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 8%
2 - Disappointing
1
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
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5/5 - Excellent

Bill

Not many places to sit at the museum.

Popular places to visit

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Davis Mountains State Park

You can take time to visit Davis Mountains State Park during your travels to Fort Davis. Discover the area's mountain views and restaurants.

Davis Mountains State Park

Big Bend Regional Medical Center

Though Big Bend Regional Medical Center might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Alpine while you are here.

Big Bend Regional Medical Center

Kiowa Gallery

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Kiowa Gallery during your travels in Alpine. Wander around the parks or enjoy the area's restaurants.

Kiowa Gallery

Alpine Municipal Pool

You can take time to visit Alpine Municipal Pool during your travels to Alpine. Wander around the parks or enjoy the area's restaurants.

Alpine Municipal Pool

Kokernot Municipal Park

Explore the great outdoors at Kokernot Municipal Park, a lovely green space in Alpine. Wander around the natural setting or enjoy the area's coffeehouses.

Kokernot Municipal Park

Kokernot Field

Catch an event at Kokernot Field during your trip to Alpine. Wander around the parks or enjoy the area's coffeehouses.

Kokernot Field

Best Lodging Options Near Museum of the Big Bend

Hampton Inn Alpine

Hampton Inn Alpine

2.5 out of 5
2607 W Highway 90, Alpine, TX
Hampton Inn Alpine
Alpine City Place

Alpine City Place

2 out of 5
101 W Ave E, Second Floor, Alpine, TX
Alpine City Place
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpine Southeast by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpine Southeast by IHG

2.5 out of 5
2004 E Hwy 90, Alpine, TX
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpine Southeast by IHG
OYO Alpine TX near Big Bend National Park

OYO Alpine TX near Big Bend National Park

2.5 out of 5
809 E Holland Ave, Alpine, TX
OYO Alpine TX near Big Bend National Park
The Holland Hotel

The Holland Hotel

3 out of 5
209 West Holland Avenue, Alpine, TX
The Holland Hotel
The Maverick Inn

The Maverick Inn

3 out of 5
1200 E. Holland Ave., Alpine, TX
The Maverick Inn
Value Lodge

Value Lodge

2 out of 5
2000 E. Hwy 90, Alpine, TX
Value Lodge
Alpine Bed and Breakfast

Alpine Bed and Breakfast

4 out of 5
403 N 8th St, Alpine, TX
Alpine Bed and Breakfast
Prairie's Cottage at Sage Guesthouse formerly the 19th Hole

Prairie's Cottage at Sage Guesthouse formerly the 19th Hole

Alpine
Prairie's Cottage at Sage Guesthouse formerly the 19th Hole
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