Overview
Temple is a city in the Blackland Prairie region of Texas that started as a railroad town back in 1882.
4 sights · 1 things to do · 5 places to eat · 5 places to stay
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Best things about Temple
Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center
Focuses on Czech immigration and culture contributions to the multi-ethnic mix of the state.
Historic town square
Temple Railroad & Heritage Museum
Santa Fe and other railroad memorabilia and representative trains in the railyard.
Bell County Museum
Another local museum.
Miller Springs Nature Center
Hike along the Leon River in the ravines here below Belton Lake.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Oct–Apr. Summer highs reach about 98°F; winter lows dip to about 42°F. Very hot (Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: May and Oct. (climate data from nearby Austin)
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.
- GRK Killeen Regional Airport / Robert Gray Army Airfield, Fort Cavazos — 28 mi away. Directions
- ACT Waco Regional Airport, Waco — 37 mi away. Directions
- AUS Austin Bergstrom International Airport, Austin — 64 mi away (major hub). Directions
Amtrak serves Temple with its once-daily Texas Eagle service. The train runs between Chicago and San Antonio, continuing to Los Angeles three times per week. Temple station is located at 315 W Avenue B.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
- Places to stay listed here: about $35–$58 a night (typical $58), from 3 listed prices.
- Estimated daily budget per person (room, two meals, local transport and an activity): budget ~$80, mid-range ~$130, comfortable ~$220.
See the Sleep guide ↓ for places to stay.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center, Miller Springs Nature Center, Historic town square
- Lunch Dynasty Chinese Restaurant
- Afternoon Temple Railroad & Heritage Museum, Bell County Museum
- Dinner Mee Mee's Thai
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Get in
Amtrak serves Temple with its once-daily Texas Eagle service. The train runs between Chicago and San Antonio, continuing to Los Angeles three times per week. Temple station is located at 315 W Avenue B.
Get around
By bus
Central Texas HOP is the local bus service.
See
See Historic town square
Do
- Belton Lake - west of town. Fishing, swimming, water skiing
- Temple High School Athletics- Friday night football
Buy
Shop 2nd Street Emporium
Eat
Eat Casa Ole Restaurant & Cantina
Good Tex-Mex place well known for its chips and salsa.
Eat Cheeves Brothers Steak House
Good local steakhouse. Try the tenderloin and the Caesar salad.
Eat Dynasty Chinese Restaurant
Features a better-than-average buffet.
Eat Pignetti's Italian Restaurant
Great Italian fare in a romantic atmosphere. Reservations accepted.
Eat Mee Mee's Thai
Unassuming, family-run eatery offering a wide selection of familiar Thai dishes in a mellow setting. Has a full bar.
Sleep
Stay America's Best Value Inn (ABVI)
Free high speed wireless internet access in all rooms and lobby area, free continental breakfast, all rooms are interior corridors, pet friendly, Kids under 12 stay free, expanded cable TV with over 80 channels including HBO, complimentary coffee brewed fresh daily.
Go next
- Lake Belton is just west of town.
- Miller Springs Natural Area, FM 2305 (off Texas Highway 36 north of town). The park is comprised of a wetland area created by the overflow of Lake Belton in 1992 and some areas of restored Blackland Prairie, including a mile-long handicap accessible boardwalk. Popular for hiking and nature photography.
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