Distinguished Dallas landscape designer Robert Bellamy transformed an abandoned Marfa property into two breathtaking Airbnbs, The Hill House and The Canteen, which he discussed in our Q&A. As a Marfa insider, he revealed his tips for a successful trip to the Texas town that has become a hot spot among art and culture enthusiasts.
Pronghorn Marfa: Art, interior design, gifts, jewelry, consignment. One of my absolute favorite spots. So eclectic and fun. Mark, the owner, is fabulous.
Raba: Impeccably curated vintage and home goods that will inspire your wardrobe as well as your home! In my opinion, the best vintage store in Marfa.
Wrong Gallery & Store: Incredibly curated by Buck and Camp Bosworth. Unique treasures and gorgeous jewelry. Check out the wooden stacks of drug money carved by Camp Bosworth (my personal fave).
6Whiskey: Beautiful high end western wear and Native American jewelry. Get your Pendleton and Double D on here!
Garza Marfa: If you’re looking for exquisite furniture and textiles you have come to the right place. This is one of the most well thought out and masterfully curated stores in Marfa.
Cobra Rock: Cobra Rock designs and handcrafts leather shoes and boots. It was established in 2011 by Logan Caldbeck and Colt Miller in Marfa, Texas. They also have some beautiful clothing and perfume.
Marfa Art Supply: Get your art supplies while you’re in Marfa! This charming and fully stocked shop has everything you need to be creative while out in west Texas.
Esperanza Vintage: Vintage clothing and art by Richard Kurtz.
Ocotillo Botanico: A simple mission to provide plant magic to people. Lots of beautiful gifts and apothecary items also!
Skora: Skóra Marfa is committed to sourcing sustainable materials, with an intentional preference to their domestic market. Skóra Marfa sources vegetable tan leather from the oldest tanneries in the US. It’s called “vegetable” because of the natural, plant-derived tannins used in the tanning process.
Communitie Marfa: Wide selection of high end clothing and rocks.
Mira Marfa: Wide range of beauty products and vintage clothing. Best facial I have ever had! Bringing a wholistic approach to skin care, Mira Marfa incorporates the herbal soothing elements to medical grade skin treatments to bring out your natural shine.
SiSTER GAiYA: SiSTER GAiYA is a collection of art, jewelry and objects presented by the artist Gabrielle Patrice. Gabrielle is a visual artist who works out of her studio and shop in Marfa, TX. Her work draws inspiration from the organic objects found in nature and uses color and form as a healing frequency.
Marfa Brand Soap Co.: Best soap I have ever used. Ginger is amazing and the shop is full of beautiful home goods.
Hey I Like It Here: Inside Hotel Saint George and FABULOUS. Gifts and high end treasures. Tons of beautiful art. Go check it out!
Margarets: Modern diner concept that will blow your taste buds out of the water. The vibe and ambiance in this restaurant is fabulous and you will not regret an experience in this beautiful establishment
Aster: This is your breakfast, brunch, and lunch spot! Full bakery and breakfast items that are perfectly cooked. I have never had better eggs in my life and they do eggs benedict on Saturdays. Grab some pastries and baked goods for the road before you go!
La Venture, Marfa Saint George: Beautiful interior with world class art and dinning. Great bar and drinks as well. Make sure you check out the gift shop inside called “Hey I Like It Here,” you will not be disappointed.
Marfa Spirit Co.: Book a tasing or go check out their western saloon style bar! The drinks are out of this world and they have delicious food.
The Water Stop: This is my go to spot! They’re open 7 days a week and the food always leaves me feeling happy with a full stomach. The green chili burger is heaven on earth.
Cochineal: The food is just as beautiful as the interior. This place is great for your fancy dinner night. they’re reservation only.
Line Thai: Great food truck located in Truckland. The yellow curry and cashew chicken are beyond!
Conveniece West: Best BBQ I have ever had in my entire life. Seriously. The brisket and the sweat potato salad are scrumptious.
Marfa Burrito: The tortilla is what makes this meal so special. These will fill you up for the entire day and why not enjoy some Mexican food while in Marfa.
Para Llevar: Brick oven fired pizzas…need I say more!?
Cactus Liquors: All the alcohol you can dream of plus a wide selection of native plants for sale and fun gifts!
The Sentinel: Home to The Big Bend Sentinel and Presidio International, The Sentinel is a coffee shop, restaurant, bar, and event venue supporting local, independent journalism in Marfa, Texas. Enjoy an Americano, cocktail, or baked good in their spacious, historic adobe, or savor locally inspired food on our shaded back patio.
RULE: RULE Gallery, founded in 1991, has locations in Denver, CO, and Marfa, TX. RULE represents emerging and mid-career contemporary artists and artist estates, with a focus on fostering investigative art practices while developing artists’ long-term careers. Outside their robust in-house exhibition schedule, RULE coordinates programming in prominent institutions and non-traditional settings, expanding community engagement with the work. In addition, the gallery actively endeavors to bring greater recognition of the region’s historic art movements to a broader audience.
Chinati: The Chinati Foundation/La Fundación Chinati is a contemporary art museum in Marfa, Texas based upon the ideas of its founder, Donald Judd. The specific intention of Chinati is to preserve and present to the public permanent large-scale installations by a select group of artists. The emphasis is on works in which art and the surrounding land are inextricably linked.
Veldt Galley – Beautiful artwork and incredibly curated.
Marfa Open: The Marfa Open Gallery is a historic train depot turned art HQ for our annual festival. The rest of the year it serves as an art gallery, community art center, and home for events including musical performances, film screenings, art exhibitions and classes.
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