Location: Blanco
Top Things to do in Blanco
Top 10 Things to do in Blanco, Texas (TX)
Blanco (/ˈblænkoʊ/ BLAN-koh) is a city in Blanco County, Texas, United States. It is approximately 50 miles (80 km) north of downtown San Antonio and almost the same distance west of Austin. The population was 1,946 at the 2016 census estimate.
Restaurants in Blanco
1. Travis P Trail Rides
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By P568NSpaulb - Park Ridge, United States
We all had a blast. The sunset was beautiful and Travis was very professional and funny. He was great with the kids too. I highly recommend this place.
2. Blanco State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 188 reviews
Park located on the banks of the Blanco River; great for trout fishing.
Reviewed By Lori77418 - Bellville, United States
This tiny state park is a treasure, situated on the tree-lined banks of the Blanco River. We walked from one end of the park to the other and on the nature trail felt like we were in the wilderness.
3. Real Ale Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 108 reviews
Reviewed By Arrowhuntr - Allentown, United States
A nice fun brewery with a great selection of styles. They also have a distillery with whiskey and gin. Our favorite was the dark beers but the barrel aged sour was really tasty as well. A very nice outdoor area for better weather. Cheers !!!
4. Buggy Barn Museum Complex
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
5. Gillens Candies
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Taste craft chocolate, artisan jam, artisan cheese, Texas olive oil and preservative free jerky
6. Andalusia Whiskey
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By WishIwashiking - Fort Worth, United States
Had been wanting to stop here for a long time on our drives between FW and San Antonio and we finally did 2 weeks ago. My husband and I went here and loved it. We ordered a flight which my husband had to finish alone cause I'm a lightweight. I ordered a Sunshine and enjoyed it and then a Hill Country Iced Tea and also really liked that. Rikki (Ricki?) is SO knowledgeable and hospitable. She made us feel as though we had walked into her home and she was giving us a tour. We ordered from the food truck serving Cajun food and the fried pickles, mango habanero sauce-covered wings and curly fries were delicious. We'll be back. I recommend you leave the kids at home (although they are permitted to be there). There really are no diversions there for them. We have a 9- and 11-year-old and they'd be bored to death. Dogs are also permitted.
7. Esperanza Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Blanco’s first Winery with a tasting room and lounge featuring cozy couches, a library, outdoor seating and retail items
8. Brieger Pottery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By Lolis2225 - Houston, United States
Been here twice as we’ve driven through Blanco. They have beautiful Mexican artisanal blouses. Had to buy three, couldn’t decide which one I loved more. Two were quite pricey, but given the detail of the work, I think it’s worth it. They have an abundance of different items, it be even more terrific if some of their items from various countries were fair trade certified. I highly recommend a visit!
9. Old Blanco County Courthouse
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 35 reviews
The Old Blanco County Courthouse was built in 1885. It was only used as a courthouse for 4 short years. The County Seat moved to Johnson City in 1889. The Old Blanco County Courthouse is owned by The Old Blanco County Courthouse Preservation Society, a 501 (c) (3). The mission of the O.B.C.C.P.S. is to restore, preserve, and maintain the Old Blanco County Courthouse as an historic site, and as a productive integral part of the community of Blanco. Dedicated members and friends give and work for the full restoration and care of this jewel from the Gilded Age of Texas Courthouses. We are open Monday through Saturday from 10 to 4 and on Sunday from 12 to 3.
Reviewed By TLL106
This is a building with a lot of history. There are pictures along the walls inside that tell about all the things that the building was used after the years that it was a courthouse.
10. Hill Country Lavender Farm
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 10 reviews
The first commercial lavender farm in Texas. Visitors can enjoy an all-around treat for the senses with lavender plants of all ages in all many growth stages. Stop in our farm store for beautiful handmade lavender products, made from our local lavender, and join us the first weekend of June every summer for the Blanco Lavender Festival!
Reviewed By Mmg64 - Harker Heights, United States
Tucked away and not too far from the charming town of Blanco, Texas this gem is amazing! They offer amazing products and helpful information among other things! They have their products available there on site or in the towns gift shops...sample their lavender syrup in the lemonade they sale or you can grab some at the local Redbud Cafe.
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