Blue Bell Creameries & Ice Cream Parlor
Come visit the “little creamery” in Brenham and learn all about how Texas’ favorite sweet treat is made! Visitors have the opportunity to browse the Visitor Center which is filled with pictures, videos and history of the “best ice cream in the country.” No visit to Blue Bell is complete without a generous scoop of ice cream from the Parlor and a trip to the Country Store for a unique gift or souvenir.
Independence Visitor Center & Old Baylor Park
Independence Historical Society offers tours of two of the earliest homes in Washington County, as well as a rural one-room schoolhouse. John P. Coles House provides an opportunity to experience Colonial Texas life. Free tours on selected March and April weekends; other times by appointment. Admission fee.
Pleasant Hill Winery
Visit our beautiful vineyard and winery in the rolling hills of Washington County. Sample our award-winning wines while you browse our well-stocked gift shop. Enjoy tastings inside or on our covered deck overlooking the vineyards. Open Sat 12pm-5pm and Sun 12pm-4pm. Pleasant Hill Winery is also a great location for a small event. Indoor and outdoor space can be used to accommodate up to 100 people. Group tours are welcome with advance reservation.
Horseshoe Junction Family Fun Park
We’re all about being a place where families can make memories and have a good time. After all, kids aren’t kids forever – we understand how important it is to cherish these moments while you can. Around here, though, age doesn’t matter much. Parents, teens, and young kids alike can enjoy our Pony Express Go-Karts, Outlaw Lagoon Bumper Boats, or even our Lucky Gulch Mini Golf. We can’t wait to show you around for your next family fun day!
Chappell Hill Lavender Farm
Stroll through fragrant fields, cut your own fresh lavender, indulge in a relaxing picnic by the pond and enjoy our heavenly gift shop, “The Lavender Patch.” Also on site are fainting goats, blackberry plants, and fruit trees. Pick your own fruit when in season! The aromatic lavender farm and gift shop, with its scenic hillside view, is located 8 miles north of Chappell Hill. Open Thursday-Sunday, March through November. Open by appointment in December, January and February. Groups of 12 or more are welcome other days of the week for tours with advance notice.