Title: Things to Do in Jefferson in 2026 | Expedia.com [Jefferson Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Jefferson.dx8208)[Hotels in Jefferson](https://expedia.com/Jefferson-Hotels.d8208.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Jefferson](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Jefferson.d8208.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Jefferson](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Jefferson.d8208.Car-Rental-Guide)[Jefferson Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Jefferson.d8208.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Jefferson ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Jefferson Types of activities [Jefferson Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Jefferson.dx8208) ![Light of setting sun on An open path of water through lily pads and cypress trees on Caddo Lake on border of Louisiana and Texas.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976197448/7e477439-aa42-47d6-a9dd-6bb5f4bd9a01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Light of setting sun on An open path of water through lily pads and cypress trees on Caddo Lake on border of Louisiana and Texas.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976197448/7e477439-aa42-47d6-a9dd-6bb5f4bd9a01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#LifeAtExpedia #Texas #CaddoLake This is one of the places in east Texas that not many Texans know of. This was my third visit to this place and I was still amazed with the beauty I could see in a place like Texas. It's just 4 hours drive from Austin and 2.5 hours drive from Dallas towards East. What makes this place special is cypress trees in the lake and their beautiful reflections. You get a different flavor in each season - greens all around in spring and summer, different colors in fall and a brown cover in winters. Also, you would be in for a treat if you are a bird lover. Get up early in the morning and you could hear several birds chirping. Tips: 1. Avoid visiting this place in summer as it's still Texas and it gets very hot and humid during that time. 2. Instead of booking a hotel in Karnack town, get a vacation rental (go Vrbo) in "Uncertain" -- yes, that's the name of the place. 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_8208) ## Recommended things to do in Jefferson | Number of things to do | 3 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Self-Guided Jefferson Ghosts Walking Tour](/things-to-do/self-guided-jefferson-ghosts-walking-tour.a49277732.activity-details): $10 | | Top 5 things to do | [1 Hour Trolley Tour and Bike Rentals in Jefferson, Texas](/things-to-do/1-hour-trolley-tour-and-bike-rentals-in-jefferson-texas.a3341558.activity-details)[Mystical Private Kayak and Canoe Tours on Caddo Lake](/things-to-do/mystical-private-kayak-and-canoe-tours-on-caddo-lake.a46262824.activity-details)[Self-Guided Jefferson Ghosts Walking Tour](/things-to-do/self-guided-jefferson-ghosts-walking-tour.a49277732.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [1 Hour Trolley Tour and Bike Rentals in Jefferson, Texas](/things-to-do/1-hour-trolley-tour-and-bike-rentals-in-jefferson-texas.a3341558.activity-details)[Self-Guided Jefferson Ghosts Walking Tour](/things-to-do/self-guided-jefferson-ghosts-walking-tour.a49277732.activity-details) | | With kids | [1 Hour Trolley Tour and Bike Rentals in Jefferson, Texas](/things-to-do/1-hour-trolley-tour-and-bike-rentals-in-jefferson-texas.a3341558.activity-details)[Mystical Private Kayak and Canoe Tours on Caddo Lake](/things-to-do/mystical-private-kayak-and-canoe-tours-on-caddo-lake.a46262824.activity-details)[Self-Guided Jefferson Ghosts Walking Tour](/things-to-do/self-guided-jefferson-ghosts-walking-tour.a49277732.activity-details) | ## What to do in Jefferson --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Jefferson? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Jefferson ![Jefferson](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532644828/74c0eeaa-b1e4-4f9d-b45c-991815e6c365.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Jefferson Historical Museum You can browse the exhibits at Jefferson Historical Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Jefferson. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its churches. [](https://expedia.com/Jefferson-Historical-Museum-Jefferson.d553248621532644828.Vacation-Attraction) ![Historic Jefferson college](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532644775/5bdaebed-8daa-4e05-91b3-6cd7915abf44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Grove Find out about the history of Jefferson with a stop at The Grove. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its churches. [](https://expedia.com/The-Grove-Jefferson.d553248621532644775.Vacation-Attraction) ![Old Wooden Wagon Wheel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532644823/2ff354f1-302d-48cf-8d51-af0852bb6f05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Old Mill Antiques Take the family on an outing to Old Mill Antiques during your trip to Jefferson. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its churches. [](https://expedia.com/Old-Mill-Antiques-Jefferson.d553248621532644823.Vacation-Attraction) #### Gone With the Wind Museum You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Gone With the Wind Museum in Jefferson. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.com/Gone-With-The-Wind-Museum-Jefferson.d553248635974650921.Vacation-Attraction) #### Singleton’s Virginia Cross Home You can find out about the history of Jefferson with a stop at Singleton’s Virginia Cross Home. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the churches while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Singletons-Virginia-Cross-Home-Jefferson.d553248621561866844.Vacation-Attraction) #### Jefferson Transportation and Visitor Center Jefferson Transportation and Visitor Center is just one of the places to see in Jefferson, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the churches while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Jefferson-Transportation-And-Visitor-Center-Jefferson.d553248621561866843.Vacation-Attraction) #### Oakwood Cemetery Step back in time and learn more about local history with a stop at Oakwood Cemetery in Jefferson. Wander the riverfront and forest while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Oakwood-Cemetery-Jefferson.d553248621532644820.Vacation-Attraction) #### The Atalanta - Jay Gould Railroad Car You can spend time browsing the exhibits at The Atalanta - Jay Gould Railroad Car during your travels in Jefferson. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.com/The-Atalanta-Jay-Gould-Railroad-Car-Jefferson.d950716444671307776.Vacation-Attraction) #### Museum of Measurement and Time You can browse the exhibits at Museum of Measurement and Time, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Jefferson. Wander the riverfront and forest while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Museum-Of-Measurement-And-Time-Jefferson.d553248621532644826.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Jefferson ![MARCH 6, 2018 - MARSHALL TEXAS - Marshall Texas Courthouse-Harrison County Courthouse, Marshall, Texas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5930/9f260b46-eec6-441e-8392-18790e245d41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Marshall ![Dramatic view on the Caddo Lake in fall with red cypress trees reflecting the water in Texas, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131975/1ffcba9a-b3fb-40f3-877c-b78b847d470a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Linden ![Light of setting sun on An open path of water through lily pads and cypress trees on Caddo Lake on border of Louisiana and Texas.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976197448/7e477439-aa42-47d6-a9dd-6bb5f4bd9a01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Vivian ![Light of setting sun on An open path of water through lily pads and cypress trees on Caddo Lake on border of Louisiana and Texas.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976197448/7e477439-aa42-47d6-a9dd-6bb5f4bd9a01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mooringsport ![Beautiful in the Fall.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6267345/db3322d1-85f1-44a2-8778-bfdaffce8d1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Karnack ![Caddo Lake State Park in Texas with its amazing vegetation and landscape - travel photography](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000459346/11f2159e-2ebe-4782-8f6b-951da6d17a0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Uncertain ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Jefferson worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Jefferson? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Jefferson? ### Is three days enough to stay in Jefferson? ### What are some activities to do in Jefferson with kids? > - [1 Hour Trolley Tour and Bike Rentals in Jefferson, Texas](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/1-hour-trolley-tour-and-bike-rentals-in-jefferson-texas.a3341558.activity-details) > - [Mystical Private Kayak and Canoe Tours on Caddo Lake](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/mystical-private-kayak-and-canoe-tours-on-caddo-lake.a46262824.activity-details) > - [Self-Guided Jefferson Ghosts Walking Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/self-guided-jefferson-ghosts-walking-tour.a49277732.activity-details) ### What to do in Jefferson for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Jefferson? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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