The 10 Best Things to Do in Hermann, United States

October 31, 2017 Florencio Paulino

Hermann is a city designated in 1842 as the county seat of Gasconade County, Missouri, United States. It is near the center of the Missouri Rhineland and south of the Missouri River. The population was 2,431 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Hermann

1. Stone Hill Winery

1110 Stone Hill Hwy, Hermann, MO 65041-1280 +1 573-486-2221
Excellent
58%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 564 reviews

Stone Hill Winery

Established in 1847, and well before there was a Napa Valley wine industry, Stone Hill grew to be the second largest winery in the United States! Stone Hill wines were world renowned, winning gold medals in eight world's fairs, including Vienna in 1873 and Philadelphia in 1876. By the 1870's, the winery was shipping 1,250,000 gallons of wine per year. Unfortunately, Prohibition swept away the state's burgeoning wine industry interrupting and destroying Missouri's momentum in the industry. Stone Hill's labyrinth of arched underground cellars (the largest series in North America) were sidelined into harvesting mushrooms rather than wine, until 1965, when Jim and Betty Held bought the winery. Along with their young children, the Held's began the long process of restoring the historic buildings, cellars, and an industry which had fallen into disrepair. Jim and Betty's primary task: producing and marketing the finest wines that can be made and putting Hermann back on the map as a world-class wine producing area gained them repeated recognition throughout the past 50 years. Today Stone Hill is Missouri's oldest and most awarded winery. Stone Hill's yearly production is approximately 300,000 gallons of wine, using state-of-the-art equipment and the latest technology. Stone Hill's winemaking team produces wines that are again receiving international acclaim. Winning more than 4,000 awards since 1991, Stone Hill Winery has continuously ranked among the nation's top award winners. Norton, Missouri's official state grape - a big, full-bodied red - is the pride of Stone Hill. The 2011 Norton and 2012 Cross J Norton both won a trifecta of awards including the coveted Missouri Governor's Cup adding to 8 other Stone Hill Winery Governor Cup awards. Stone Hill also uses French-American hybrid grapes such as Vidal, Chardonel and Vignoles, making sophisticated wines leading Missouri to reclaim its viticulture history. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Stone Hill Winery welcomes visitors with guided tours and tastings. The restored carriage house and horse barn, next to the winery houses the Vintage Restaurant, specializing in German and American cuisine paired with Stone Hill's award-winning wines.

Reviewed By diva3713 - Saint Louis, Missouri

When you visit the winery, in addition to tasting the wine be sure to take the winery tour. The beautiful buildings are filled with stories and your tour guide will tell you a few. The tour takes you through several buildings around and under the tasting room. At then end of your tour you will find yourself in the main building for a private wine tasting for you and your tour group.

The tour is a really fun experience, the wine is great and low priced, and it's a lovely way to spend an afternoon!

2. Adam Puchta Winery

1947 Frene Creek Rd, Hermann, MO 65041-4103 +1 573-486-5596
Excellent
63%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 331 reviews

Adam Puchta Winery

Adam Puchta Winery, located off Hwy. 100 on the banks of Frene Creek about 2.5 miles southwest of Hermann, is the oldest family farm winery in Missouri. Its true uniqueness, however, lies in the fact that the same family has continuously owned it since 1855. We are a true farm winery with a peaceful, laidback setting. Many cats live here, and the property has picnic tables on a lovely shaded hillside so you can sit, visit and relax.Tastings are done in a cool old barn where we pair wine with food for a truly enhanced experience.

Reviewed By diva3713 - Saint Louis, Missouri

I have been drinking this wine long before I visited the winery in Herman, Missouri so after a while I decided it was time to take a pilgrimage. The winery is quaint. There are cat all around the property that the winery has rescued and...MoreThank you for taking the time to review our winery. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed our wines and have been for many years. We hope you come and visit us again soon! Cheers!

3. Hermannhof Vineyards

330 E 1st St, Hermann, MO 65041-1116 +1 800-393-0100
Excellent
60%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 260 reviews

Hermannhof Vineyards

Reviewed By Pat W - Dickinson

Fun gift shop with reasonably priced selection. Walking to the back was a cute romantic area that we enjoyed sitting and enjoying a bottle of wine. Music was playing and we could sit and visit as a group. The parking we found was a small...MoreThank you for your review, and especially thanks for the pictures, and I am so glad you thought our place was romantic:) Look forward to seeing you again.

4. Deutschheim State Historic Site

109 W 2nd St, Hermann, MO 65041-1045 +1 573-486-2200
Excellent
67%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 97 reviews

Deutschheim State Historic Site

Visit a significant part of German-American history – and early Missouri settlement – at Deutschheim State Historic Site. Stroll through the restored 1840s and 1850s buildings and explore how German-Americans settled the Hermann area and developed the basis for a Missouri wine industry. Grapevines planted in the 1850s can still be seen on the property as can a number of historic artifacts.

Reviewed By clark5662 - St. Louis

We visited the Deutschheim Historic Site on a Saturday.
I really enjoyed all the different buildings you get to tour. That seemed pretty unique. There were also some interesting stories told by the tour guide. I especially enjoyed the story of the young "Gastenbitters" (not sure of the spelling). These young men were groomsmen who would travel to all the neighboring houses and farms and invite the families to the wedding. If the family planned to attend, the woman of the house would sew a ribbon on the Gastenbitters hat. When they were finished with the invitations, the ribbons provided the couple with a number of expected guests. Also, for their trouble, the Gastenbitters were rewarded with a beer, or two, at each house they visited!

5. Oak Glenn Vineyard and Winery

1104 Oak Glenn Place, Hermann, MO 65041 +1 573-486-5057
Excellent
39%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 183 reviews

Oak Glenn Vineyard and Winery

Reviewed By diva3713 - Saint Louis, Missouri

I have been to Oak Glenn twice, once during their remodel and once after. For all the work they put in I wish they would have made a larger tasting area. As it is now you end up crammed into a space that feels like...MoreThank you for your input. Carol

6. Martin Brothers Winery

1623 Old Iron Road, Hermann, MO 65041 +1 573-486-0236
Excellent
90%
Good
5%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 36 reviews

Martin Brothers Winery

We make wine from Honey! Otherwise known as Mead. Martin Brothers Winery, with its open spacious rolling hills surrounded by beautiful woods, is a place to escape to in the country and enjoy an award winning Mead (Honey Wine) while enjoying nature at its best. Martin Brothers' internationally awarded meads are made from only the best honey to create a truly unique flavors and aromas. Bring your picnic basket and enjoy the serenity of the quiet countryside and the experience of quality Mead in a relaxed setting just a short trip from Hermann.

Reviewed By Hart_Serenity - Wyoming

"If you've tried one mead, you HAVEN'T tried them all". Aptly said Mr Martin. Mead is as complex, versatile, and varying as wine or beer. Do yourself a favor and drop in to taste.

Absolutely incredible flavors. Very lovely location as well. Seems to be on the family farm and run by the Martin Brothers themselves. Definitely worth a stop here. Can't recommend enough actually.

7. Endless Summer Winery

5 Grosse Ln, Hermann, MO 65041-2300 +1 573-252-2000
Excellent
55%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 56 reviews

Endless Summer Winery

Reviewed By Cheryl D - Jenison, Michigan

Stopped at this family-owned winery on a beautiful April afternoon! They have quite a few different wines and they are made with fruit but not grapes! The owner of Endless Winery was very knowledgeable and fun to talk with. They also had some meat and cheese to purchase to go with your tasting! We will be back!

8. Hermann's Attic Antique Mall

220 E 1st St, Hermann, MO 65041-1114 +1 573-486-9121
Excellent
51%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 14 reviews

Hermann's Attic Antique Mall

Reviewed By JC_2kids - Saint Charles, Missouri

Nicely set up with many items. We did spot a number of items we were interested but decided against a few of them. Nicely priced and plenty of room to move around.

9. Tin Mill Brewing Company

114 Gutenberg St, Hermann, MO 65041-1138 +1 573-486-2275
Excellent
52%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
10%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 28 reviews

Tin Mill Brewing Company

Reviewed By John R

We stopped at the Tin Mill Brewery and was immediately greeted by Tim, the bartender, he told us about the different beers on tap. I told him I wanted to try a sampler tray of 6 beers. They start off with 4 of their choosing and you pick 2 more. If you want to change selections or add more you can. We discussed the choices and I was all set . We ordered a German club sandwich and fries to share and A order of soft pretzels. They brought out the sandwich cut in half on 2 trays dividing the fries in half. The sandwich was wonderful the fries were crisp and the pretzels were warm with 2 dipping sauces. Everything was great. Highly recommended

10. Ricky's Chocolate Box

310 Market St, Hermann, MO 65041-1058 +1 573-291-6107
Excellent
39%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
7%
Terrible
15%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 40 reviews

Ricky's Chocolate Box

Reviewed By Janet H - Claremore

My husband & I purchased 8 truffles & a piece of toffee. The first truffle we ate, the amaretto, was really bad - no flavor & the chocolate covering wasn't even good. The toffee isn't too bad, but certainly not wonderful. The place smells amazing, so you're let to believe you'll have a treat. Umm - not so much.

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