Local orientation
One mile from the house, a great place to spend an hour to learn about the history of the area and the geology of big bend.
26 locals recommend
Museum of the Big Bend
400 N Harrison StOne mile from the house, a great place to spend an hour to learn about the history of the area and the geology of big bend.
A thoroughly unique part of Alpine life, Amtrak's Sunset Limited and Texas Eagle pass through 3 times a week each. Head to the train platform to share in the excitement.
8 locals recommend
Alpine Amtrak station
102 W Holland AveA thoroughly unique part of Alpine life, Amtrak's Sunset Limited and Texas Eagle pass through 3 times a week each. Head to the train platform to share in the excitement.
Always support your local bookstore - and this one is particularly charming.
8 locals recommend
Front Street Books
121 E Holland AveAlways support your local bookstore - and this one is particularly charming.
They have whatever you need, and are always helpful and friendly.
7 locals recommend
Porter's Thriftway
101 E Sul Ross AveThey have whatever you need, and are always helpful and friendly.
Live Music
Live music in the courtyard most weekends - an iconic Alpine experience
16 locals recommend
The Century Bar & Grill
209 W Holland AveLive music in the courtyard most weekends - an iconic Alpine experience
Sight seeing
The expanse and variety of the environment at Big Bend will leave you in awe. An hour and half drive.
26 locals recommend
Big Bend National Park
The expanse and variety of the environment at Big Bend will leave you in awe. An hour and half drive.
Food scene
Easy walking distance from the house, good tex-mex food. Try eating al fesco in the courtyard. The skirt steak is always delicious.
27 locals recommend
Reata Restaurant
203 N 5th StEasy walking distance from the house, good tex-mex food. Try eating al fesco in the courtyard. The skirt steak is always delicious.
Mom and pop mexican takeout just two blocks from the house. Open for lunch and early dinner.
El Jardin
South 5th StreetMom and pop mexican takeout just two blocks from the house. Open for lunch and early dinner.
Cow Dog
301 E Holland AveAn iconic Alpine food truck...
Brunch or breakfast or coffee - a wonderful hometown feel. Look them in the eye, or they will know you are a tourist.
Alpine Bed and Breakfast
403 North 8th StreetBrunch or breakfast or coffee - a wonderful hometown feel. Look them in the eye, or they will know you are a tourist.
Local shops
You don't have to travel to Marfa for beautiful artistry, it is right here on main street.
Catchlight Art Gallery
117 W Holland AveYou don't have to travel to Marfa for beautiful artistry, it is right here on main street.
Gumslinger's
104 North 5th StreetWhile walking in town, splurge for some special chocolate or candy.
Far West Texas Cattle Co.
801 East Holland AvenueWant local beef or bison to cook for dinner? This is the place for you!
Step back into cowboy times when you walk through the doors to this store. Some items very affordable, some very expensive, but all unique and second hand. Peruse and enjoy.
Vintage Antiques and Snazzy Things
109 West Holland AvenueStep back into cowboy times when you walk through the doors to this store. Some items very affordable, some very expensive, but all unique and second hand. Peruse and enjoy.
Cultural activities
Check their website - the theater department has amazing performances year round.
See if the rodeo teams are performing while you are there!
Sul Ross State University
79830 US-90Check their website - the theater department has amazing performances year round.
See if the rodeo teams are performing while you are there!
Go see whoever is playing at this historical and aesthetic gem. We don't even like baseball, but the Sul Ross Los Lobos or the AAA Cowboys are an absolute treat.
6 locals recommend
Kokernot Baseball Park
Loop RoadGo see whoever is playing at this historical and aesthetic gem. We don't even like baseball, but the Sul Ross Los Lobos or the AAA Cowboys are an absolute treat.