Wineries

GRANNY MUFFIN WINES
Granny Muffin Wines is a custom winery making small batches of many different varieties of wine. Granny Muffin Wines also has a large selection of wine gift items, corkscrews, wine caddies, wine totes, cheese boards, and many others.  There are cheese and sausage selections also available to enjoy while experiencing a wonderful glass or bottle of your favorite wine. Located upstairs at Texas Art Depot Gallery Tuesday - Saturday and is staying open until 8:00 PM on Friday, and Saturday.  The winery is located at 301 W Oak Street in historic downtown. 903-729-1940  (Click here to visit our website)

SWEET DREAMS WINERY
Open Saturdays 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; CR 441 – go Hwy. 155 North and turn on 315 North – at FM 321 intersection, go 2.2 miles north to CR 444, turn right and then right at the end of 444 – turn right and see sign; 903-549-2027 (Click here to visit our website)

TEXAS VINEYARD & SMOKEHAUS
An open air facility with eight tables and thirty two chairs. We are able to host weddings and small to medium size gatherings. We offer 12 different wines and our highly demanded Sangria. Our wines are made from Texas grown grapes by Texans.
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Day Spas

B's HIVE OF THERAPY
Nestled in the heart of East Texas.  B's Hive of Therapy offers a variety of body massage, body treatments, & skin care.  The spa is located at 504 E. Hodge; 903-729-HIVE (Click here to visit our website)

JAMIE'S THERAPEUTIC TOUCH DAY SPA
One of East Texas' best kept secrets.  Jamie's "One Stop Day Spa" offers a variety massage treatments and packages to meet anyone's needs.  The spa is located at 1730 Crockett Rd.; 903-723-SKIN (Click here to visit our website)

Nature Trails / Parks

DAVEY DOGWOOD PARK
More than 200 acres of picturesque roads meander throughout the park. The park is featured during the annual Texas Dogwood Trails Festival from late March to early April. Admission is free.  For information call the Palestine CVB 800-659-3484

 ELMWOOD GARDENS
The Gardens are located on the old homestead of Doc Morrow, a self-taught veterinarian who traveled by horse and buggy to the local farms. The five-acre display gardens are beautifully landscaped, featuring old-fashioned cottage gardens, herbs, and wildflower meadows. Experience the beauty and tranquility of these gardens. Stop in at the garden emporium and see the unusual garden art and antiques, as well as Texas native plants and antique roses.  Location: 7 miles north of Palestine off Highway 315 For more information, including on-site bed and breakfast and restaurant information, call (903) 549-2715 (Click here to visit our website)

Grapeland Drive Thru Safari
Go on an adventure! Drive your vehicle through 59 acres and see all our animals in their natural environment. You may even feed the animals from your vehicle. Open 7 days a week. For prices and more information call 936-687-5292 (Click here to visit our website)

GUS ENGELING WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA
(GEWMA) is located in northwest Anderson County. This 10,958 acre area was purchased during the period from 1950 to 1960 under the Pittman-Robertson Act, using Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration Program funds. Area open year round, except when closed for Special Permit hunts. Location: 20 miles west of Palestine on Hwy 287. For more information call (903)928-2251 (Click here to visit our website)

PALESTINE COMMUNITY FOREST
The area boasts seven hundred acres of pines and hardwoods with scenic drives leading to four lakes featuring fishing, boating, and picnicing. Sumac, yaupon and sweetgum trees add accents of brilliant color during autumn. Take Texas 19/U.S. 287 Location: a few miles northwest of Palestine.

TEXAS STATE RAILROAD
Operated by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, the antique steam engines and cars traverse the 25.5 mile route from Palestine to Rusk through dense East Texas woodlands. For more information or to make reservations contact (888)987-2461.(Click here to visit our website)

  History / Museums

 
ANDERSON COUNTY COURTHOUSE
The Courthouse features Neo-classical architecture with double spiral staircase and a beautiful stained glass montage within the dome. Admission is free.  Open Mon – Fri 8am-5pm.  For more information contact the Palestine CVB at (800) 659-3484
 

COLUMBIA SCIENTIFIC BALLOON FACILITY
Operated by NASA, balloons as large as 300 feet in diameter are periodically launched to conduct studies of upper atmosphere and outer space. For more information or to arrange a tour call (903) 729-0271 or  (Click here to visit our website)

 

DOWNTOWN PALESTINE
Palestine is second only to Galveston in number of historic buildings, many examples in the downtown area. Downtown is a great place for shopping, browsing for antiques, and for enjoying small town hospitality and atmosphere.

HOWARD HOUSE MUSEUM
Area open for tours and social functions by appointment or during special occasions. The house/museum is one of the finest examples of Greek Revival architecture remaining in Texas and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Location: 1011 North Perry. For more information or tours contact (903) 729-5094 or (800) 659-3484
 

MUSEUM FOR EAST TEXAS CULTURE
Rooms in the historic (1915) schoolhouse display artifacts and special interest exhibits. Among the exhibits are an authentic vintage classroom, a railroad memorabilia room and a refurbished caboose. The museum is a recorded Texas Historic Landmark and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Open Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sun. 1-4 p.m. Admission is $2.00 Adults / $1.00 Children. Location: Reagan Park, 400 Micheaux Ave. For more information call (903) 723-1914 or (Click here to visit our website)

OLD TOWN PALESTINE
Tucked away in a shady park just two blocks west of the Courthouse on Crawford Street is an exceptional place called Old Town Palestine. This tranquil green space includes a coffee house, unique gift shops, a restaurant and a saloon. (Click here to visit our website)

PILGRIM CHURCH
This building is an authentic reconstruction of the original 1833 house of worship, said to be the first Protestant church in Texas. Drive four miles south of Elkhart on F.M. 861 (not shown on most maps).

Other Attractions

Dogwood Junction Family Fun Center
Arcade Games, Go-Karts, Minature Golf, and more.  Dogwood Junction is located at 555 E. Palestine Ave.; 903-729-8900 or (Click here to visit our website)

Schulman Theatre - Dogwood 6
Offers the latest movies.  Dogwood 6 is located at 545 E. Palestine Ave.; 903-729-7291 or (Click here to visit our website)