Whether you’re looking for an Instagramable place for a selfie, a scenic place for a group photo, or a scene fit for a postcard, Brenham and Washington County offer countless picture perfect places! Here are a few of our favorites that are worth the drive…
Old Baylor Park in Independence
This historic site was the first location for the female campus at Baylor University. Its massive stone columns survive today, and are the famous ruins at Old Baylor Park. Fields of wildflowers and towering oak trees make this site perfect for a picnic or for pictures.
Toubin Park in Downtown Brenham
Beneath Brenham streets is a large system of historic cisterns built in the late 1800s to store rainwater for public fire fighting. Toubin Park offers a peek into one of these cisterns. Beautiful landscaping, exposed bricks, and the cistern itself make this unique pocket park a prime place for photos in Downtown Brenham.
Blue Bell Creamery in Brenham
A visit to Brenham has to include some of the best ice cream in the country! Take a photo with your favorite flavor or in front of one of the many photo-friendly vignettes at Blue Bell Creamery.
Antique Rose Emporium in Independence
These beautiful display gardens are another must-see when you visit Washington County. Offering year-round beauty and a plethora of photogenic backdrops, Antique Rose Emporium is picture perfect! Contact ARE to schedule a formal photo session.
Murals of Downtown Brenham
The colorful murals in Downtown Brenham are a favorite attraction and photo-op. Most of the murals are products of the annual Texas Arts & Music Festival.
Burton’s Historical Buildings
The charming town of Burton has some very photogenic historical buildings that are the perfect backdrop for photos with small town charm.
Milk & Honey Ranch
Hohlt Park
Brenham is blessed to have so many picturesque parks, and Hohlt Park is one of them! Winding walking trails with several bridges and massive trees make it a great location for photos.
Ant Street Inn
This boutique hotel is housed in one of Downtown Brenham’s most stunning historical buildings. Everywhere you turn, inside and outside Ant Street Inn, a unique photo-op awaits!
290 W Rest Stop & Park
This rest stop located between Brenham and Burton on Highway 290 West, offers a beautifully shaded picnic area and a wet-weather creek with a rock bed. One of the prettiest rest stops in Texas, it is a great location for pictures. Just keep an eye out for snakes near the water!
Antique Carousel at Fireman’s Park
One of Brenham’s cherished attractions is the antique carousel at Fireman’s Park. This beautifully restored, hand-carved wooden carousel dates back to the early 1900s and is a nostalgic delight for both children and adults. Open Saturdays & Sundays March 1 – May 31, and Saturdays June 1 – October 31. Rides are $1 each.