Top 10 Things To Do In Dublin, Texas

1. Admire the antiques and photographs at Dublin Historical Museum

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Dublin Historical Museum allows tourists to get a glimpse of how life is and has been in Dublin, Texas. Because of the great Irish influence, a lot of Irish cultural items can be found, including the famed green clover. There are also various photographs showing past members of the community and dozens of books donated by some of the locals. What many people loved the most though was the charming and friendly staff who were knowledgable enough to answer questions from the guests.

Dublin Historical Museum

Address: 116 W Blackjack St, Dublin, TX 76446, USA

Website: Dublin Historical Museum

Opening hours: 1pm - 5pm (daily)

Price: Free

2. Disconnect from technology to go camping at Sowell Creek Park

Located along the Proctor Lake, Sowell Creek Park is an outdoor sanctuary for campers and nature lovers. It’s the perfect place for anyone who wishes to disconnect from technology, quite literally, because the signal is very weak in the area. Expect few trees as well. The usual activities are camping, fishing and swimming in the lake. There are often very few people so you’ll also have an added level of privacy. Best to grab a good book, a mug of hot chocolate, and just sit back, relax and enjoy the scenic views of Proctor Lake.

Sowell Creek Park

Address: 801 FM 1476, Dublin, Texas 76446

3. Spend an afternoon at Dublin Park

Editor's Note: There's no photo available at the time of writing

Dublin Park is pretty much the main town park. It’s a great place to go if you simply need to relax. Bring your family for a picnic or take your friends to go swimming at their pool. You can also bring your pets to go for a walk on a sunny afternoon! The local community is being praised for constantly improving the park’s facilities. They’ve already fixed up the playground for children and the walking trail has been installed for easier access.

Dublin Park

Address: 333 Highland Ave, Dublin, TX 76446, USA

4. Visit the W.M. Wright Historical Park

If you happen to be in town and would like to see some of Dublin’s historic buildings, then best to drop by W.M. Wright Historical Park. It’s not a huge park, so a quick stop should be enough to learn about its history. The park contains two buildings - a log cabin and a steam-powered grist mill that was built in 1855 and 1882, respectively. Unfortunately, the inside is not open for viewing nor is the place listed on the National Register of Historic Places; however, there is a Texas state historical marker indicated outside that still makes it worth viewing.

W.M. Wright Historical Park

Address: Between West Elm and West Blackjack Streets, Dublin, TX 76446, USA

5. Take your aim at Red Barn Shooting Range

For shooting enthusiasts and thrill junkies, drop by Red Barn Shooting Range. It’s both a shopping center for guns and arms and a shooting range. Previous visitors have said that the staff is very helpful and knowledgable about their work. They also loved the reasonable prices of both the items and the range.

Red Barn Shooting Range

Address: 876 Private Road 1624,, Dublin, TX 76446, United States

Website: Red Barn Shooting Range

Opening hours: Tue - Fri: 10am - 6pm; Sat: 9am - 6pm (closed on Sun & Mon)

6. Discover the history behind Dr. Pepper Museum

Dr. Pepper Museum, or more locally known as Dublin Bottling Works, is a bottling plant for sodas in Dublin, Texas. What originally started as an interest in the fruity smell of fountain drinks that one pharmacist from Waco, Texas discovered eventually became a worldwide phenomenon that we know now as Dr. Pepper. Dublin Bottling Works then became the first facility to bottle Dr. Pepper drinks. Not to be confused with the Waco Dr. Pepper Museum, the Dublin Bottling Works Museum shows the process of how the sodas are made from pure cane sugar and bottled to perfection. There’s also a museum for memorabilia related to W.P. Kloster, the owner of Dublin Bottling Works.

Dr. Pepper Museum (Dublin Bottling Works)

Address: 105 E Elm St, Dublin, TX 76446, USA

Website: Dr. Pepper Museum

Opening hours: Thu - Sat: 10am - 5pm; Sun: 1pm - 5pm (closed on Mon - Wed)

Price: 5 US

7. Relish the steaks at Woody's Place

Editor’s note: Establishment is permanently closed

Located a little off the highway near Dublin, Texas lies Woody’s Place. If you’re looking for quality steaks, this is the place to be. Previous guests have gushed that their steaks are one of the best they’ve tasted. They also have quality burgers, pizza, and onion rings. The service is not bad, either. The 70s diner interiors are also worth noting. The steakhouse is a favorite stopover of many who are driving through Texas.

Woody's Place

Address: 17157 US-377, Dublin, TX 76446, USA

Website: Woody’s Place

Opening hours: Sun, Tue - Thu: 11am - 9pm; Fri - Sat: 11am - 10pm (closed on Mon)

8. Get to know the legendary golfer at Ben Hogan Museum

Learn about the life and legacy of golf legend Ben Hogan, a true native of Dublin, Texas, at the Ben Hogan Museum. It’s right around the corner from Dublin Bottling Works, so it’s a perfect addition to your itinerary should you be touring Dublin. There are all sorts of memorabilia in the museum that shows Hogan’s humble beginnings up to his glorious career. See photographs, documentary clips, antique golf clubs and more when touring the museum. Even though you’re not into the sport, visiting the museum allows you to develop a sense of respect and admiration towards the triumph story of Ben Hogan.

Ben Hogan Museum

Address: 121 E Blackjack St, Dublin, TX 76446, USA

Website: Ben Hogan Museum

Price: Free

9. Get your soda fix at Old Doc's Soda Shop

Editor’s note: Establishment is permanently closed

After having a tour of Dublin Bottling Works, be sure to stop by Old Doc’s Soda Shop to try authentic and tasty sodas. The 1950s diner-inspired restaurant also offers delicious sandwiches and amazing desserts. Enjoy your food and drinks among the vintage interiors that include a soda bar, a vintage jukebox, and an original phone booth that still works! It’s definitely a must-visit for a good dose of nostalgia!

Old Doc's Soda Shop

Address: 105 E Elm St, Dublin, TX 76446, USA

Website: Old Doc’s Soda Shop

Opening hours: Tue - Sat: 10am - 5pm; Sun: 1pm - 5pm (closed on Mon)

10. Relive the golden years of rodeo at Dublin Rodeo Heritage Museum

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Dublin Rodeo Heritage Museum is home to various memorabilia of the Dublin, Texas, rodeo scene during the 30s all through the 50s. It was during these years that the World’s Championship Rodeo took place. Everett Colborn and Gene Autry were the legendary duo behind the World’s Championship Rodeo that eventually became the nation’s best rodeo. At the Dublin Rodeo Heritage Museum, visitors will learn about their life and their contribution to the sport. They will also get to know the stories of those who lived and devoted their life to rodeo during the dubbed golden era of rodeo.

Dublin Rodeo Heritage Museum

Address: 118 W Blackjack St, Dublin, TX 76446, USA

Website: Dublin Rodeo Heritage Museum

Opening hours: Wed - Sat: 1pm - 5pm (closed from Sun - Tue)

Visit Dublin, Texas

If ever you find yourself in the Southwest, be sure to check out Dublin, Texas. Get a mini taste of Irish influence and culture in this small but proud town. Life here may seem simple but one thing’s for sure, the people and history of Dublin will surely give you reasons to drop by!