SoDA District Travel Guide

Abilene

Popular places to visit

Hardin Simmons University

Hardin Simmons University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Hardin Simmons University during your travels in Abilene. Experience the entertainment venues and theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

Hardin Simmons University

Abilene Christian University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Abilene Christian University during your travels in Abilene. Discover the cocktail bars and entertainment venues in this family-friendly area.

Abilene Christian University

Dyess Air Force Base

Dyess Air Force Base is just one of the places to see in Abilene, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the cocktail bars and entertainment venues in this trendy area.

Dyess Air Force Base

Mall of Abilene

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mall of Abilene during your visit to Abilene. Discover the cocktail bars and entertainment venues in this family-friendly area.

Mall of Abilene

Abilene Zoo

Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Abilene Zoo during your trip to Abilene. Discover the cocktail bars and entertainment venues in this trendy area.

Abilene Zoo

Taylor County Expo Center

After visiting Taylor County Expo Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Abilene. Experience the entertainment venues and theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

Taylor County Expo Center

Things to do

General Admission: The Grace Museum Ticket

General Admission: The Grace Museum Ticket

฿257
per adult
General Admission: The Grace Museum Ticket
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Top hotels in SoDA District

MCM Elegante Suites Abilene

MCM Elegante Suites Abilene

3 out of 5
4250 Ridgemont Dr, Abilene, TX
The price is ฿5,888 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿5,888
฿6,771 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Abilene. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"My friends and I stayed here while at our 50th class reunion. The staff and housekeepers were professional and courteous, making sure we had everything we needed. Their complimentary happy hour was nice, their hot breakfast was delicious, and their shuttle service was most accommodating. They also ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

MCM Elegante Suites Abilene
Big Country Hotel & Suites, SureStay Collection by BW

Big Country Hotel & Suites, SureStay Collection by BW

2.5 out of 5
3010 Catclaw Drive, Abilene, TX
The price is ฿3,785 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿3,785
฿4,353 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Abilene. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,021 reviews)
"The room was updated, but the toilet didn't work very well and there was some water damage around the tub area. WIFI was down the entire weekend during our stay, and the breakfast was mediocre at best (no pancakes or waffle maker). No coffee maker in the room. The exercise room was getting renovated ..."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Big Country Hotel & Suites, SureStay Collection by BW
Comfort Inn & Suites Regional Medical Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Regional Medical Center

2.5 out of 5
6350 Directors Pkwy, Abilene, TX
The price is ฿3,564 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿3,564
฿4,099 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Abilene. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (975 reviews)
"Will book again"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Comfort Inn & Suites Regional Medical Center
Doubletree by Hilton Abilene Downtown Convention Center

Doubletree by Hilton Abilene Downtown Convention Center

4 out of 5
500 Cypress St, Abilene, TX
The price is ฿5,318 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿5,318
฿6,116 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Abilene. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (490 reviews)
"Great place for a staycation. Rooms are nice and the staff was very accommodating."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025

Doubletree by Hilton Abilene Downtown Convention Center
Comfort Suites University

Comfort Suites University

2.5 out of 5
1902 East Overland Trail, Abilene, TX
The price is ฿3,163 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿3,163
฿3,638 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Abilene. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,011 reviews)
"Everyone works here is nice and helpful . The place is clean and quite also close to the base ."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Comfort Suites University
Sleep Inn & Suites Abilene Near University

Sleep Inn & Suites Abilene Near University

2.5 out of 5
250 Killough Cove, Abilene, TX
The price is ฿3,394 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿3,394
฿3,904 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Abilene. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)
Clean Room
"I read some bad reviews about cleanliness so when I got there to check in I asked if I could see the room first. The front desk clerk was very nice and showed me my room. It was a little dated and had a slight musty smell (it had been raining all afternoon) but the room/bed/bathroom were very clean. ..."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Sleep Inn & Suites Abilene Near University
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Other neighbourhoods around SoDA District

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Downtown Abilene

While visiting Downtown Abilene, you might make a stop by sights like Grace Museum and Paramount Theatre.

Downtown Abilene
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Sayles Blvd. Area

While Sayles Blvd. Area may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Grace Museum and Paramount Theatre.

Sayles Blvd. Area
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Original Town North

While visiting Original Town North, you might make a stop by sights like Paramount Theatre and Grace Museum.

Original Town North
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Over Place Area

While there might not be top attractions in Over Place Area, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mall of Abilene and Grace Museum.

Over Place Area
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Elmwood Area

While there might not be top attractions in Elmwood Area, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Dyess Air Force Base and Mall of Abilene.

Elmwood Area

SoDA District Travel Guide