SoDA District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide


Visit SoDA District
Popular places to visit

Hardin Simmons University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Hardin Simmons University during your travels in Abilene. Experience the entertainment venues and theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Abilene Christian University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Abilene Christian University during your travels in Abilene. Discover the cocktail bars and entertainment venues in this family-friendly area.
Dyess Air Force Base
Dyess Air Force Base is just one of the places to see in Abilene, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the cocktail bars and entertainment venues in this family-friendly area.
Abilene Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Abilene Zoo during your trip to Abilene. Discover the cocktail bars and entertainment venues in this trendy area.
Mall of Abilene
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mall of Abilene during your visit to Abilene. Discover the cocktail bars and entertainment venues in this family-friendly area.
Taylor County Expo Center
After visiting Taylor County Expo Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Abilene. Experience the entertainment venues and theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Our pick of the best SoDA District Hotel Deals

Mockingbird Lane – Cozy Rustic Retreat
Rhe hoats were great and easy to get in touch with! We had some electrical issues, but they took care of me.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Abilene
A lovely stay.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

MCM Elegante Suites Abilene
The bed was wonderful. Lobby was beautiful. Everyone was friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Abilene Whitten Inn
The hotel has an older look in the hallways. Other than that, the staff was amazing, and the breakfast was great. They serve waffles, eggs, bacon, potatoes, muffins, yogurt, biscuits, bagels, milk, and some other things. The hotel was clean, and the room looks up to date! And the staff were amazing, ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Rodeway Inn Abilene West
The place was dirty, floors not cleaned, the room was like abandoned place
Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Motel 6 Abilene, TX
Dump. Dog friendly but the back area to take your dog had poison oak. Trash all over the place. Ideal for the day laborer or someone looking to score a lady of the night or dirty needles. Shower had hair and was not clean. So gross.
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around SoDA District

Downtown Abilene
While visiting Downtown Abilene, you might make a stop by sights like Grace Museum and Paramount Theatre.

Sayles Blvd. Area
While Sayles Blvd. Area may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Grace Museum and Paramount Theatre.

Original Town North
While visiting Original Town North, you might make a stop by sights like Paramount Theatre and Grace Museum.

Over Place Area
While there might not be top attractions in Over Place Area, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mall of Abilene and Grace Museum.

Elmwood Area
While there might not be top attractions in Elmwood Area, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Dyess Air Force Base and Mall of Abilene.

