ATTRACTIONS
Apple Country At Hi-Plains Orchards
Rt. 2 Box 234 • Idalou, TX 79329
Hwy. 62-82, 4 miles east of Lubbock
806-892-2961
Pick your own fun from over 30 varieties of apples at this 6,000-tree apple orchard or purchase them from the Apple Country store. There is a unique gift shop, bakery, country café, and wedding gazebo. more... mapBreedlove Dehydration Plant
1818 North Martin Luther King Boulevard • Lubbock, TX 79403
806-741-0404
Breedlove is listed in the Guiness Book of World Records as the largest dehydration plant in the world. The plant uses its extraordinary capacity to donate produce and other ingredients to provide nutritious food for the hungry throughout the world. more... mapBuddy Holly Center
1801 Avenue G • Lubbock, TX 79401
In the historic Ft. Worth & Denver Depot
806-767-2686
This multi-cultural arts facility pays tribute to the legendary singer, featuring a permanent exhibition dedicated to the life and music of Buddy Holly. The center is also the home for the Texas Musicians Hall of Fame and the Fine Arts Gallery. Exhibits change regularly, please call or visit the website. more... mapNational Ranching Heritage Center
4th Street & Indiana • Lubbock, TX 79401
806-742-2482
Experience the real west at the National Ranching Heritage Center, where the story of ranching in North America is told through the preservation of 36 authentic structures which have been moved to this 14-acre site. map
Ranching Heritage Center
P.O. Box 43200 • Lubbock, TX 79409
806-742-0498
The heart of the Ranching Heritage Center is a 14 acre site where over 30 historic ranch structures have been relocated and restored to their original condition. These buildings show the evolution of ranching from the early trail driver's one room cabin (c. 1838) to a prosperous rancher's stylish Victorian house at the turn of the century (1909). more... map
Buddy Holly's Statue and Walk Of Fame
8th and Avenue Q • Lubbock, TX 79401
Visitors come from all over the world to visit the hometown of legendary pioneer rock star Buddy Holly, who was killed in an airplane crash in 1959. mapLubbock Lake Landmark State Historical Park
2202 Landmark Dr. • Lubbock, TX 79415
806-742-1116
Lubock Lake Landmark is a national archaeological preserve that is the only known North American site containing deposits showing continuous occupation by South Plains cultures over the last 12,000 years, including many extinct animals. more... map
American Wind Power Center
1701 Canyon Lake Drive • Lubbock, TX 79403
806-747-8734
This windmill museum is the most comprehensive collection of historic windmills in the world, featuring over 200 working windmills on 28 acres of land. more... mapLouise Hopkins Underwood Center for the Arts
511 Avenue K • Lubbock, TX 79401
806-762-8606
This non-profit center provides community art awareness and eduction through special events and by providing a center that brings local artists, art groups and art lovers together. Events and exhibits vary. more... mapMuseum of Texas Tech University
4th Street & Indiana Avenue • Lubbock, TX 79412
806-742-2490
The Museum of Texas Tech University includes the main museum building, the Moody Planetarium, Lubbock Lake Landmark, the Natural Science Research Laboratory, and Val Verde County Biological/Archaeological Research Site. more... mapOmnimax Theater & Science Spectrum Museum
2579 South Loop 289 • Lubbock, TX 79423
Between University & Indiana
806-745-6299
The Omnimax Theater features an advanced projector system and unique domed screen that allows the audience to feel like a part of the movie. more... map
Mackenzie Park
302 I-27 North of Fourth Street • Lubbock, TX 79403
Named for Coloned R. S. Mackenzie, who routed the last Native Americans from the region, this 500-acre park has picnic and camping facilities, fishing, swimming pool, golf course, and Joyland Amusement Park. mapMunicipal Garden & Arts Center & Arboretum
4215 University at 42nd • Lubbock, TX 79413
806-797-4520
The Arts Center is set in a 90 acre arboretum that emphasizes the flora that grows well in this area and some rare species. mapPrarie Dog Town
4th Street • Lubbock, TX 79401
located at MacKenzie Park
806-775-2687
The whole family will get a kick out of observing these little critters in their natural habitat. Bring cookies or carrots to share as you marvel at these cute animals in their intricate tunnels and listen to their unique bark. Enhancements to Prairie Dog Town included: a pavilion and viewing area, interpretive signage, sidewalks, a new parking area with a turnaround and bus parking, perimeter fencing, and ADA accessibility. In addition, irrigation was installed on the interior of the town in order to establish native grasses for the prairie dogs. With the renovations now completed, visitors will again be able to enjoy watching the prairie dogs and burrowing owls in their native habitat. more... map
Vineyards, Wineries & Breweries
Cap Rock Winery
408 East Woodrow Road • Lubbock, TX 79423
located five miles South of Lubbock
806-863-2704
Cap*Rock is a favorite spot for weddings, luncheons and dinners. The visitors Center is open Monday through Saturday from 10:00am until 5:00pm. The architecture of Cap*Rock Winery is a stunning Southwestern design. Travelers from all over the world have remarked on the style of the contemporary facility with its spaciousness, fourteen foot tall ceilings, graciously appointed interior, and beautifully manicured, large grounds. Guests can relax, tour the modern facility with a guide, and enjoy samples of Cap*Rock wines. more... mapLa Diosa Cellars
901 17th Street • Lubbock, TX 79401
located in the Historic Depot District
806-744-3600
La Diosa Cellars is the only winery to operate within the city limits. It is much more than your typical winery. La Diosa, which is Spanish for "the Goddess", is an eclectic, elegant, yet down-to-earth venue that offers a Bistro menu, coffee bar, and a variety of Texas Wines, in addition to the La Diosa label. La Diosa produces about 2000 cases a year. The fruit is contracted from Texas High Plains Appellation vineyards throughout the Plains region and as far west as Dell City. Kim McPherson, award-winning winemaker, is La Diosa’s Wine Consultant. Varietals include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Sangiovese, Viognier, and a very special Sangria. Several house blends include Bella Rosa, Bella Riojo, and Bella Blanca. Open Tuesday - Saturday from 10:00am until midnight. Live music available weekly. more... mapLlano Estacado Winery
3426 East F.M. 1585 • Lubbock, TX 79404
located 5 miles south of Loop 289
806-745-2258
Llano Estacado is Texas' most award-winning winery. Most of the grapes used by the winery are grown within a 100 mile radius of Lubbock in the Texas High Plains Appellation. Llano Estacado offers guided tours explaining the process of wine making and the art of wine tasting.Open Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday 12pm-5pm for complimentary tours and tastings. more... mapPheasant Ridge
3507 E. County Road 5700 • Lubbock, TX 79403
located north of Lubbock off I-27
806-746-6033
Pheasant Ridge is proud to be one of the early pioneers of commercial wine making in Texas.The winery and vineyard is family owned and is a completely self-contained operation located in a appellation known as the "Texas High Plains." The vineyard, planted in 1979, is one of the oldest in Texas and contains sixty acres of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, and Semillon. The fruit is always hand-picked for the highest quality and the winery's production is approximately 10,000 cases per year. The tasting room and gift shop is open for free tours and tasting from 12-6pm on Friday and Saturday and Sunday from 1-5pm. more... map
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