Buddhist Meditation Centers in Texas: Austin, Dallas

There are 5 Buddhist monasteries and meditation centers in Texas in our directory that welcome English speakers, across Theravada, Insight and Zen traditions. Many offer free or donation-based (dana) teachings and retreats; check each center's website for dates and guidelines.

Theravada and forest monasteries

Dallas Meditation CenterRichardson, Texas · Theravada roots, open to all

Insight (vipassana) centers

Dhamma Siri (Southwest Vipassana Center)Kaufman, Texas · Insight (S. N. Goenka, 10-day courses)
Dhamma Sukha Vipassana CenterNew Ulm, Texas · Insight (S. N. Goenka, 10-day courses)

Zen, Chan and Seon

Austin Zen CenterAustin, Texas · Soto Zen
Houston Zen CenterHouston, Texas · Soto Zen

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Questions people ask

Can beginners visit a Buddhist monastery in Texas?

Yes. Most monasteries and meditation centers in Texas welcome beginners for talks, group sittings or retreats. Contact the center first and follow its guidelines.

Do Buddhist retreats cost money?

Many monasteries run on donations (dana) and ask nothing fixed. Lay-run retreat centres usually charge for food and lodging, often with a sliding scale.