Things to do & places to visit in Jefferson, Texas, United States

Jefferson city in Texas, United States. Timezone: America/Chicago, current date and time: Sunday, April 28, 2024, 18:46.

Top things to do (18)

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

5.0 The Grove (166 reviews)
- Wonderful, historic home full of love and ghost stories
Historic Sites • Ghost Towns

A one-hour tour of one of Jefferson's most historic - and haunted - locations. The Grove is an 1861 home that uniquely mirrors the history of the riverport city... and the ghost stories there go back over 100 years. The history of the home is fascinating; it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and is a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark. Along with the history, though, you'll hear ghost stories from the owners and find out just what it's like to live in a haunted home. Come visit The Grove for a peek into Jefferson's past... and a few residents who may still be hanging around! See more..
5.0 Museum of Measurement and Time (92 reviews)
- Wow!
Sunday: Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums

Museum features Land Surveying history, the exhibits feature examples of early surveying dating from the 1700's. Items on exhibit are compasses, transits, levels and topographic tools. Our collection includes, maps, documents and historical items from early America. Our maps feature North America, the united States and Texas from the early 1900's. The tools of early surveyors are on display. Our exhibit of early calculation devices, slide rules and other methods represent the development of mathematic tools. The museum includes an extensive clock collection featuring time keeping devices and calendars clocks. Our displays include items which measure, such as scales and barometers. Our collection of salt & pepper shakers includes pairs from each of the states and many vacation destinations. The collection numbers nearly 1000, all are unique. See more..
5.0 The House of the Seasons (53 reviews)
- What a way to celebrate the Nee year!
Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks

The Epperson suite was private and perfect, the grounds are impeccable (even in the winter), and the main house was fascinating. However, the best part of our stay was ...Shirley! She is such a pleasure to visit with, an amazing cook, and you leave thinking you have made a new life-long friend. Highly recommend See more..
5.0 Historic Tours of Jefferson (44 reviews)
- Fun historic tour
City Tours • Historical & Heritage Tours • Bike Tours

Tommy, our host and tour guide, showed us his historic B&B and then ushered us to his upscale 8 person golf cart. Very comfortable ride and could hear even to the back of the cart due to mic and speakers. The tales were funny and the history enlightening. We criss-crossed all over town before returning. He even suggested some great places to shop and eat before leaving town. Would definitely recommend! See more..
5.0 Made In The Shade (10 reviews)
- Delightful Surprises, Unique Place
Sunday: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality & Gift Shops • Gear Rentals

Made In The Shade is a one of a kind boutique and so much more! Here you are going to have a shopping experience! As you step inside you will be dazzled by the sparkling decorations, let our Indigo Wild products take you to an olfactory oasis with the inviting scent of Frankincense & Myrrh, and our music will teleport you to earlier days with tunes of classic rock and oldies! Feel like a gypsy as you peruse our boho fashions! If Vintage inspired fashions are what you're in the market for you won't be disappointed with our Pretty Angel line of clothing! We have accessories galore! Hats, scarves, purses and jewelry abound! Everyday all jewelry is buy 2 get 1 free! But, it doesn't stop there! We also have retro style metal Coolers and metal lawn furniture and an absolutely breathtaking Courtyard that can be rented for weddings and other events! Like us on Facebook to find out when we are having free live entertainment in The Courtyard! Motorcycle need a tune up?! Shaggy's Shop in the back will take are of you! We have biker fashions and accessories also! We've got lamp parts and chimneys, home decor, and estate jewelry to boot! Check us out next time you are in Jefferson! See more..
5.0 Haley's Antiques (6 reviews)
- Antique clocks Treasures!
Speciality & Gift Shops

This shop offers a great selection of clocks. See more..
5.0 Nutty's Peanut Butter (3 reviews)
- Must visit!
Sunday: Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops

We make fresh milled peanut butter in 12 delicious flavors. Stop by for a free sample! We also have ice cream, cookies, fudge and candy. See more..
5.0 H & D Deer Farm (2 reviews)
- Seeing is believing
Zoos
My talk with the owner of the deer farm convinced me that this may be a venue that I will consider for the fall season. He explained all of the details that are involved, gave me pricing and was very generous with his time. I look forward to investigating further this opportunity in a viewing visit. See more..
5.0 Lafayette Gallery (1 review)
- The Best in Jefferson, Texas Antique Shopping!
Spent < 1 hour Antique Shops
Jefferson boasts many antique stores, but the Lafayette Gallery offers a wide array of affordable mint-condition handkerchiefs, vintage costume jewelry and unique China collectibles. Daily discounts, a diverse selection and helpful service from Margaret Bolton makes this a shopper's dream. See more..
4.5 Jefferson General Store (361 reviews)
- Love the general store old-time feel
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Speciality & Gift Shops

Stepping back in time here with old wooden floors, lots of retro metal signs, candy and soda fountain, plus modern t-shirts and jams, jellies, and decor. Smells like Sugar! Enjoyed just poking around and found some cool gifts to take back. Reminded me of Fredericksburg shopping. Plus, the iconic blue pick up with the pumpkins is a photo-op. See more..
4.5 Jefferson Historical Museum (216 reviews)
- Fun and informative.
Sunday: 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums

Great way to learn the history of Jefferson. 4 floors of history. This was the old courthouse and you can still see the signs above the doors telling you which was the jury room, court room, etc. The first floor was also the old post office. The docent was very friendly and knowledgeable about the history of the town. All the exhibits were donated, so you get a bit of everything, even portraits donated from NY and Calif. The best part is admission gets you into the miniature railroad inn back. The mini railroad search and fid was fun. See more..
4.5 Oakwood Cemetery (79 reviews)
- Time Travel
Cemeteries

Oakwood Cemetery is north of downtown Jefferson, just off North Alley Street, Which runs off Highway 45. East on 45 from Highway 59, then left on N. Alley Street. Cross the railroad tracks and look for the cemetery on the right. Some of the more famous graves are those of Diamond Bessie, a prostitute killed by her jeweler, lover and Jessie Robinson and Bill Rose. Rose and Robinson were friends who killed each other. Their graves are marked by a chain between two iron posts, as their caskets were supposedly chained together because they were so close in life, and had no other friends. The grave of gunfighter, outlaw, Cullen Baker is in Oakwood. He is the subject of several non fiction books, and of several fictionalized accounts by Louis L'amour. In addition, the cemetery is the resting place of those who were powerful and not so powerful, that contributed to the history of Jefferson. Very quiet and serene on our last visit, and recommended to all interested in history. See more..
4.5 Atalanta Jay Gould's Railroad Car (79 reviews)
- Informative tour
Points of Interest & Landmarks

What a great tour. You have to go to the hotel to get tickets, and tours are 1-3pm. The Docent grew up in Jefferson, and shares a lot of her personal history growing up in Jefferson. Very interesting tour and the train car looks like it has never aged. Good chance to cool off and get out of the heat. About 30 minute tour. See more..
4.5 Turning Basin Riverboat Tours (66 reviews)
- A peaceful boat ride down a bayou - very scenic
Boat Tours

Located near town center and easy to find, we thoroughly enjoyed this boat ride down the Big Cyprus Bayou. The tour guide is a retired Federal Game Warden who has worked in Parks from the Mexican border to the Canadian border. But he grew up right around this East Texas bayou, and he looks and sounds like he just emerged from these deep piney woods. Don’t expect excitement but do expect some beautiful scenery and local lure. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience (suitable for little kids and old people with bad knees like me). See more..
4.5 Gone With the Wind Museum (25 reviews)
- A magical place in an unexpected spot
Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums

I could have spent a lot longer perusing all the great artifacts, dolls, and decorations that Mrs. O'Hardy has collected over her lifetime. I especially liked that the Bonnie Blue section. Mrs. O'Hardy was happy to share her stories about how she collected some of the items. A delightful visit. See more..
4.5 Jefferson Fudge (12 reviews)
- Simple lil bundle of yum
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops

Jams, preserves, relishes, salsa, mixes, and lots of candies and treats plus a bunch of fun gifts and nicnacks. So many things to look at and try. See more..
4.5 Jefferson Ordnance Magazine (7 reviews)
- A historic treasure in trouble.
Points of Interest & Landmarks

I have visited the Jefferson Ordnance Magazine many time over the years and each time it seems the Big Cypress Bayou bank gets closer and closer to the historic building. It is truly a valuable experience to visit such a historic treasure. It can be seen from the river if you are in a boat or from the opposite bank if you are riding on the Historic Jefferson Railway. Hopefully in the near future guided tours may come available. You can visit the HJF website for more information, www.historijeffersonfoundation.com This building has been entered into the most endangered buildings in Texas and donations are graciously accepted to help stabilize the river bank. See more..
4.5 Schluter House (7 reviews)
- Really wish it was a tour home
Historic Sites

Historic home built in 1856 by F.A. Schluter, one of Jefferson's first settlers. See more..
4.5 Jefferson Antique Mall (3 reviews)
- Lots of rooms with TONS of stuff to look at, look through, and treasures to buy!
Spent 1-2 hours Antique Shops

Jefferson Antique Mall Yesterdays, todays, and tomorrows antiques We have a full store of a variety of so many things from antiques to paint! If you're looking to visit a store that is not strictly antiques but offers a variety of items at a fair price, then this is your place! See more..
4.5 Port Jefferson Old Tyme Photo Shop (2 reviews)
- Favorite Place to Get Jelly
Speciality & Gift Shops
This my favorite place in Jefferson to get my jelly. My favorite jellies are Mayhaw and Muscadine. You can only get them in East Texas and Louisianna. The Port of Jefferson Old Tyme Shop has the brand I like. They have a great selection of jellies and sauces to choose from Plus, they have Blackurn's products to buy too. The shop recently was sold and the new owners are very friendly. See more..
4.5 Brayden & Company (2 reviews)
- Amazing store and friendly owners.
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Antique Shops

This is an amazing store! The owners are so friendly and nice. Definitely my number 1 place to shop in Jefferson. See more..
4.0 Historic Jefferson Ghost Walk (124 reviews)
- Great stories of history and ghosts
Sunday: Ghost & Vampire Tours

went on a Friday night and the gourd was and 75 to 80 people. Our tour guide was excellent She is very knowledgeable on the history of the town and the buildings. She is also a very good story teller. the tour was about 2 1/2 hours long, mainly due to the size of the group. You do a lot of walking, so it is important to wear comfortable shoes See more..
4.0 Jefferson Visitor Center (34 reviews)
- Good Info in the visitor center, nice people
Sunday: Visitor Centers • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Convention Centers

Visitors and Convention Bureau has a full list of things to do in Jefferson Texas. Business listings and maps for anything you might want to do while you're in town and even information the surrounding areas. See more..
4.0 Singleton's Virginia Cross Home (5 reviews)
- Great history
Historic Sites

This was a great surprise - read about it in the Jeffersonian paper and called and made a reservation. Tours are only on Saturdays at 1:00 pm. Mr. Nash was a delightful tour guide. Their home is furnished with beautiful antiques and family heirlooms. This is so much better than a museum because it's still a family home. See more..
4.0 Jefferson, Tx (1 review)
- Nice example of small town east Texas
Speciality & Gift Shops • Antique Shops
It is an easy 3+ hour drive from the DFW area. The town has made a nice effort to attract visitors with interesting antique, gift and similar stores. Several interesting restaurants. Easy to find parking and most everything is within a few walking minutes. It was a very pleasant couple of hours and a nice escape from the bustle and traffic of DFW. If you want a sense of a nice, small town of east Texas and a look at the very pleasant, friendly and polite people of the area, go there. See more..
4.0 Uncle Henry's Antique Emporium & More (1 review)
- Host was very nice
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Antique Shops

The host was very pleasant. I wasn't really interested in the lodging which was at the top of his list. There are lots of shops all ready for Christmas See more..
3.5 Old Mill Antiques (37 reviews)
- Fun to Explore..by Night & Day
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Antique Shops

The largest antique store in Jefferson Texas. Full of Antiques and miscellaneous items. All happy to help you find what you are looking for See more..
Happy Hart Yoga (0 review)
Spent 1-2 hours Yoga & Pilates
We're a small yoga studio with a variety of classes on a mission to bring a little love and light and happiness to our corner of the world. See more..
River Rose (0 review)
Sunday: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops

We are an upscale boutique located in the heart of historical Jefferson, Tx. Boutique Clothing • Accent Furniture Pieces • Local Art • Gifts • BuDha Girl and much more. Come shop with us on the brick streets! See more..
Terry House (0 review)
Antique Shops
This antique shop offers antebellum-era furniture. See more..