Attractions in Temple

Temple is a charming city, surrounded by shimmering lakes and spacious countryside, that has as much to offer nature lovers as it does those who enjoy the finer things in life. Tour a historical museum, go kayaking out on the lake, dine at our fine eateries, shop at the boutiques downtown, or relax at a local winery. All of these things can be done at the many attractions in Temple. Read on more to see what this Central Texas city has to offer.

Bell County Museum
Discover the history and cultural heritage of Temple and the surrounding area at the Bell County Museum in Belton. The museum’s permanent collection of photographs, antiques, newspaper clippings, and photographs tells the tale of the people who lived in this part of Texas, from prehistory to the modern day. Bell County Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday.
201 North Main Street
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 933-5243

Cultural Activities Center
Temple’s Cultural Activities Center is an all-in-one arts facility home to numerous galleries, live music & performances whether be a symphonic concert or a theatrical play and hosts private events. Temple’s Cultural Activities Center also offers a variety of classes throughout the year from clay to yoga to children’s summer camps.
3011 N. 3rd Street
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 773-9926

Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center
In the latter half of the 19th century, a wave of Czech immigrants settled in towns across Central Texas, forever changing the cultural makeup of the Lone Star State. The story of these immigrants is retold in the Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center in Temple. This museum houses artifacts and exhibits that examine Czech culture and history from the sixth century through the Cold War. Visitors are welcome to the museum Tuesday through Saturday.
119 W. French Avenue
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 899-2935

Lake Belton
Temple sits just a few miles east of Lake Belton, a vast recreational lake to go boating and fishing. Several parks nestled on the lake’s shores have public-access boat ramps, fishing spots, camping, and picnicking. The lake is open to the public year-round.
1725 W. Adams Avenue
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 780-4115

Lion’s Junction Family Water Park
Beat the Texas summer heat by cooling off at Lion’s Junction Family Water Park. Take a dip in the unique zero-depth pool or slide down one of the park’s two three-story waterslides. In addition, there is a special play area just for kids and a 200-foot-long lazy river. The water park is open during the summer months only.
5000 S. 5th Street
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 298-5920

Miller Springs Nature Area
Hikers, bikers, and wildlife enthusiasts will find much to love about Miller Springs Nature Area. This scenic 260-acre park has 11 miles of hiking and biking trails and is home to more than 200 species of wildflowers and 90 varieties of birds. The nature area is open from dawn to dusk throughout the year, and admission is free.
1473 Farm to Market Road 2271
Belton, TX 76513
254-298-5690

Downtown Temple
Explore our historic downtown featuring unique architecture, shopping, live entertainment, growing art scene, locally owned restaurants, exciting nightlife, great museums, and year-round events and festivals. As a bonus, our downtown district turns into a party every First Friday of the month. Enjoy street music and live performances, drinks, food, and after-hours shopping!
315 W. Ave B
Temple, TX 76502
254-298-5900

Railroad & Heritage Museum
Temple’s Railroad & Heritage Museum offers an in-depth look into the town’s history with rail dating back to the early 20th-century. The museum showcases a collection of railroad equipment and memorabilia related to the history of the region, as well as rotating exhibits that delve into a range of topics. All of this is housed within the original Santa Fe Depot that was built in 1911. Today, the depot stands next to an active rail line, offering rail fans to see modern trains as they zoom by.
315 W. Avenue B
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 298-5172

Sammons Golf Course
Sammons Golf Links is a public 18-hole golf course set among the rolling hills and oak trees of Central Texas. The par-70 course resides on the north side of Lake Polk, which is fed by a creek that comes into play on 16 of the holes. Sammons Golf Links is open year-round.
2727 W. Adams Avenue
Temple, TX 76504
(254) 771-2030

Temple Symphony Orchestra
Temple Symphony Orchestra is a top-class musical company made up of up to 90 professional musicians from Central Texas. Performances are held from September to April at Temple College. Tickets for these shows are available online.
100 W. Adams Avenue
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 778-6683

The Yard Food Truck Plaza
This unique space located on 1st Street and Santa Fe Market Trail, features a variety of food trucks throughout the year. Join us for events throughout the year, delicious and unique cuisine, or perhaps rent out a space to showcase your own food truck! Check out our website for update hours and events that are just around the corner.
212 S. Main Street
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 298-5690