Overview
Granbury is a city in Hood County, near the Dallas/Fort Worth area of Texas.
5 sights · 3 things to do · 5 places to eat · 6 places to stay
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Best things about Granbury
Acton State Historic Site
It's where Davy Crockett's second wife, Elizabeth Crockett, is buried.
Historic square
Which is made up of several buildings which are registered historic landmarks.
Granbury Opera House
Hood County Jail and Museum
An old western jail built in 1885, with original cell block and hanging tower, exhibits, artifacts and memorabilia. It is also said to be haunted.
Granbury State Historical Cemetery
Visit the graves of General Hiram Granbury (which the town of Granbury is named after), Jesse James (supposedly buried here), and Ashley Crockett (son of Davy Crockett).
Brazos Drive-In Theatre
An authentic 1950s drive-in, open March 1st- December 1st.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Summer highs reach about 96°F; winter lows dip to about 35°F. Very hot (Jun, Jul, Aug) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Oct and May. (climate data from nearby Fort Worth)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- MWL Mineral Wells Regional Airport, Mineral Wells — 29 mi away. Directions
- FTW Fort Worth Meacham International Airport, Fort Worth — 36 mi away. Directions
- DFW Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, Dallas-Fort Worth — 53 mi away (major hub). Directions
Granbury is located approximately 30 miles Southwest of Fort Worth, Texas on US Highway 377. Take the Granbury 377 business exit off of 377, which will take you straight into the historic square.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Acton State Historic Site, Historic square
- Lunch Babe's Chicken Dinner House
- Afternoon Hood County Jail and Museum, The New Granbury Live
- Dinner Garcia's Mexican Restaurant
Day 2
- Morning Granbury City Beach Park, Granbury Opera House
- Lunch Miyako Japanese Restaurant
- Afternoon Granbury State Historical Cemetery, Brazos Drive-In Theatre
- Dinner Pam's
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
There are 70+ restaurants and fast food chains to choose from in Granbury.
Cuisine (tap to filter)
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Get in
Granbury is located approximately 30 miles Southwest of Fort Worth, Texas on US Highway 377. Take the Granbury 377 business exit off of 377, which will take you straight into the historic square.
Get around
A car is the best way to get around, but the Granbury stretch of US 377 can be quite clogged around noon and rush hour.
- Brazos Carriage Company, on the Square on Bridge Street, +1 817 723-2322. Offers horse-drawn carriage tours of Granbury's historic district.
See
See Historic square
Which is made up of several buildings which are registered historic landmarks.
See Hood County Jail and Museum
An old western jail built in 1885, with original cell block and hanging tower, exhibits, artifacts and memorabilia. It is also said to be haunted.
See Granbury State Historical Cemetery
Visit the graves of General Hiram Granbury (which the town of Granbury is named after), Jesse James (supposedly buried here), and Ashley Crockett (son of Davy Crockett).
Do
Buy
Shop at many little shops around the square.
Eat
There are 70+ restaurants and fast food chains to choose from in Granbury.
Eat Pam's
Great breakfast, but it may be difficult to find a seat in the morning.
Sleep
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