Location: Fredericksburg
Top Things to do in Fredericksburg
Top 10 Free Things to do in Fredericksburg, Texas (TX)
In the heart of Texas Hill Country, Fredericksburg is a small city with a unique German flavor in its quaint bakeries, Hauptstrasse (Main Street) boutiques and generations-old peach orchards. Weekenders from nearby San Antonio and Austin have long appreciated the charm of the city's many B&Bs and "Sunday House" Inns. The surrounding Texas Hill Country is home to lush vineyards, making up one of the country's largest viticultural areas.
Restaurants in Fredericksburg
1. RS Hanna Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
RS Hanna Gallery is located in the heart of historic downtown Fredericksburg, Texas. We have been in business since 2011 and our emphasis on new, fine-quality work of highly collectible, nationally recognized artists from fresh, contemporary works to traditional, representational paintings, sculpture and heirloom quality furniture. Thank you to all of our family, friends and clients who continually support our effort to keep our gallery and artists relevant, vital and an essential part of our thriving community. Art is happening. Come find what adorns the outer, and inspires your inner world.
2. St. Mary's Catholic Church
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 269 reviews
Reviewed By nailbenderTexas - Fredericksburg, United States
One of the most beautiful churches I have ever seen! This historic Catholic church is a true work of art. The enormous stained-glass windows compare favorable with any church any where. Located one block south of Main Street.
3. Good Art Company Art Gallery
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5.0 based on 49 reviews
The Good Art Company represents the most diverse art collection in the Texas Hill Country. We represent both the established and emerging artist. Come view our collection of art from Texas Hill Country and International artists.
Reviewed By W6161XSterrym - Waco, United States
smaller than Insight Gallery next door. Nice paintings and friendly staff. Good sculptures. place to sit.
4. Charles Beckendorf Gallery
5. InSight Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By 2017Queen - La Crosse, United States
This was a great place to visit if you're interested in art work from Texas. There were so many options - sculptures, paintings, and even giclee works. Most of it was too expensive for us, but it's worth your time to see the amazing talents of these individuals and the many hours of work put into their pieces. Cheaper than going to a museum and you get a lot of exposure to so much Texas art!!!
6. Artisans - A Texas Gallery
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5.0 based on 22 reviews
Artisans - A Texas Gallery represents Texas artists who create an array of fine art and fine craft that includes paintings, ceramics, fine furnishings, wood turnings, sculpture, jewelry, mosaic, glass and kinetic outdoor art. Artisans offers a wide range of artwork from functional to decorative with an emphasis on the highest level of quality and distinctiveness in every medium.
Reviewed By LittlePaint - Urbandale, United States
Hate going into stores with the same old stuff made who knows where. Love stores like this with works by local artists, well displayed, at reasonable prices. The shop was actually much larger than I thought when I first walked in. A great selection and variety of quality work.
7. Old Tunnel State Park
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4.5 based on 422 reviews
Smallest state park in Texas. Park features an historical railroad tunnel that is home to approximately 2 to 3 million bats. Visitors can access the short nature trail each day from sunrise until 5 p.m. Entrance to the park is free. Bats roost in the tunnel from May through October. During these months, nightly viewing of the bat emergence is available from the upper viewing area for free. Lower viewing area is only open on Thursday through Sunday evenings for $5 per person fee regardless of age. Rules for Old Tunnel State Park: No pets, no smoking on trails or in viewing areas, no alcoholic beverages, no camping, no open fires. For more detailed information about visitation, please call the number listed or visit the Old Tunnel web page.
Reviewed By markcY6534QD - Fort Worth, United States
While in Fredericksburg, we decided to make a short drive to get a burger at Alamo Springs Cafe. Great burgers, cold beer, and live music in the evenings. A couple next to our table informed us of the bat viewing at dusk just a short walk from the restaurant. What a pleasant surprise! There were decks for viewing and information from a state park ranger about the 3 million bats that emerge at dusk. A must see and only a :20 minute beautiful drive from Fredericksburg.
8. Main Street
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4.5 based on 2,008 reviews
Reviewed By O7169IQjulier - Longview, United States
We took a bus tour that included a 2-hour stop. We had a wonder BBQ lunch. We enjoyed walking the streets in the beautiful sunshine. We loved the blooming flowers, benches, shade trees and the fabulous old buildings. Shopping opportunities are diverse, interesting and unique. Shop owners are gracious, friendly and helpful; eager to share a little history and knowledge if you take a minute. My friend and I will return with our husbands and probably check into a hotel for a night or two. We must have more time to try restaurants, experience local history and SHOP!
9. Willow City Loop
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4.5 based on 476 reviews
Reviewed By BatchFam - Yukon, United States
There are two routes that are easily confused from what I can tell. Google maps lists Willow City Loop as the Ranch road that dead ends. It’s the further north spot. Just below that is the Willow City that is 1323 to 1631 back to 290. I think they are both gorgeous but very different. We saw tons of deer on the 1323 route. We saw lots of yellow and red and some violet flowers all over still, but no blur bonnets in late May.
10. Fort Martin Scott
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 84 reviews
Western frontier fort built in the 1840's is today a museum.
Reviewed By ACE9697 - Edinburg, United States
If you're into history or enjoy the idea of rustic living this place is definitely worth checking out. Nice walking paths, buildings to go in and see how officers lived and ruins. Modern bathrooms located at the visitor center along with a nice gift shop. This wasn't a planned stop but we were pleasantly surprised.
