See King Ranch history through photos, artifacts, and vintage vehicles
Museum admission,Exhibits
Explore the King Ranch Museum in Kingsville and dive into ranch history through permanent exhibits, artifacts, and film. See collections that spotlight life on King Ranch and key figures from its past.
Open Tuesday through Saturday.
No refunds for no-shows or cancellations after 12:00 PM the day before the daily/museum tour. Cancel at or before 12:00 PM the day before for a full refund. If King Ranch cancels for any reason, you receive a refund of any advance payments only.
Check in at the King Ranch Visitor Center at the entrance gate to the Santa Gertrudis division of King Ranch at Texas Highway 141 and Santa Gertrudis Street in Kingsville. After you enter the gate, take the first left to reach the Visitor Center.
Yes. Bring a valid ID for senior (65+), student, or military admission.
King Ranch Museum, 405 N. 6th Street, Kingsville, Texas
This historic working ranch offers multiple experiences, from guided tours to special events like their popular cowboy breakfast gatherings. The merchandise shop stands out consistently, with staff members earning particular praise for going above and beyond - one assistant manager even hand-delivered a last-minute gift order to ensure timely arrival. The friendly, attentive service keeps customers coming back, and some visitors have even made annual events here a cherished family tradition. The ranch tours get mixed feedback though. While you'll see cattle, horses, deer, and beautiful wildlife, the 90-minute bus experience has some drawbacks. Several guests found the enclosed bus uncomfortably hot without proper air conditioning, making it difficult to enjoy the primarily history-focused commentary. Visibility can be challenging too, with passengers sometimes unable to see the animals and features being pointed out. The cowboy breakfast events receive much warmer reviews and seem to be crowd favorites. Overall, visitors appreciate the quality and authenticity, though tour logistics could use improvement for comfort.
Tour guide was awesome.
Eric Kloer
April 2, 2026
Tour guide was awesome.
Eric Kloer
April 2, 2026