Location: Bandera
Top Things to do in Bandera
The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Bandera, Texas (TX)
Bandera is the county seat of Bandera County, Texas, United States, in the Texas Hill Country, which is part of the Edwards Plateau. The population was 857 at the 2010 census. It is part of the San Antonio Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Restaurants in Bandera
1. Juniper Hill Stables
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 184 reviews
In January 2015 Juniper Hill Stables, LLC. Was "selected as a Guide Service Provider for Hill Country State Natural Area." With direct access to over 50 miles of trails, every bend of the trail offers unexpected glimpses of wildlife & breathtaking views. Ride along grassy pastures, limestone bluffs, and oak studded landscapes. Explore the rustic beauty of the Texas Hill Country on horseback.
Reviewed By j9watson - Arlington, United States
Meeting Eileen and going on trail rides with her was definitely the high point of a recent weekend getaway I planned for my girlfriend’s birthday. We rode Saturday and loved it so much we went back for more on Sunday! Eileen is the best - she loves her horses so much and is a joy to spend time with. The rides were so much more than I had expected. She talked with us throughout the ride, watched over us and the horses, chose the perfect horses for our riding experience and abilities, educated us about the plants and the horses and even took pictures and videos of us that we got to keep to remember the experience. If you are going to Bandera, you need to visit her out on the ranch and enjoy a ride! Janine
2. Hill Country State Natural Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 139 reviews
Undeveloped state park that offers 36 miles of trails for horseback riding, hiking, backpacking, and primitive camping.
Reviewed By Caek4
We enjoyed our horseback ride through the State Natural Area. It was once a ranch and now kept as a natural area for visitors. It has beautiful views with walking or biking trails.
3. Medina River
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 141 reviews
The portion of this river inside Hill Country State Natural Area is great for a swim.
Reviewed By nicolesheehan - Sandhurst, United Kingdom
You can stroll along the river or swim in it and the water is so clear you can see the roots of the trees and fish swimming up and down. There are also some wood carvings in the trees welcoming you to the river. A lovely place to relax and unwind.
4. Arkey Blue's Silver Dollar Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 96 reviews
Reviewed By nicolesheehan - Sandhurst, United Kingdom
This was recommended to us by a cowboy on the ranch we had been on but when we first arrived, we thought we'd made a mistake. You almost miss the entrance on Main Street and when you open it, you are met with stairs that lead down into the basement. it's a real spit and sawdust bar with a stage, some tables and a dark, dimly lit bar. Everyone turned and looked at us and we weren't sure if we shoul turn around and leave but we thought we'd be polite and have a beer first. Well what a blessing that we are polite! The lady serving was so friendly, the beer was so cheap and the dark, dimly lit bar was full of nik-naks and western memorabilia and there was a mock fireplace to the left making it look like you are in someones living room. We discovered it was jam night (Wednesday) and the bar lady told us the musicians all sitting around would start about 7.30pm. We started talking to them and she invited us to sit with them (she was sitting with them too between serviing). By the end of the night we were singing with them and my husband even borrowed one of the musicians guitars and had a little jam with them. We were so sad that we'd found this place on the last night of our holiday but we made the most of it and stayed until they closed about 1am!
5. Silver Spur Ranch
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By jsdeneal
We spent 24 hours on the ranch and had a wonderful time - our 2 young teens even enjoyed it! Highly recommend the trail ride - the horses were very well trained and the staff were helpful and kind. Papa J was very informative and enjoyable for the hayride, demos and even at the campfire. Our room - the Annie Oakley - was well appointed and a good value ???????? Highly recommend this experience!
6. 11th Street Cowboy Bar
7. Bandera General Store
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By lilmizkn0wit - Jacksonville, United States
There were many different items and great shirts. Also the lady working there had plenty of local information
8. Bandera Natural History Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
Replicas of Dinosaurs, Ice Age animals, and educational play stations are located on the eight acre grounds. Inside there are over 100 full-body animal mounts positioned in hand-painted dioramas portraying their natural habitats. An international collection of art pieces are displayed in the museum.
Reviewed By AmyFisher2020
The outside of the building is deceiving because once you get inside you realize that it's 14,000 square feet. There are seven rooms filled with exotic animals from all over the world including a dinosaur from the Night at the Museum movie and really neat dinosaur statues outside. It's a great way to spend a hot afternoon when you're trying to get your kids out of the house.
9. Bandera City Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By CathleenH25 - San Antonio, United States
Beautiful cypress trees line the banks of this part of the river that runs through the park. Start at the far end of the park and peacefully float to the other end. For the dare devils ropes hang out over the deeper parts of the river and brave souls climb up to platforms to snare the ropes and swing out over the water. Shallow areas and natural gravel pits make for shallow water fun for small children and parents soak in the water and watch their young children play in the rocks.
10. Frontier Times Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 102 reviews
Includes many early pioneer items, some very unusual.
Reviewed By 514terrya
Our party of four drove over from Marble Falls and spent a couple of hours at the museum. History, antiques, quilts, and local art to see, The cowboy exhibit was extensive. Stop in-worth the time!
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