Location: Fredericksburg
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What to do and see in Fredericksburg, Texas (TX): The Best Things to do Good for Kids
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. Enchanted Rock Fissure
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5.0 based on 68 reviews
This cave portion of Enchanted Rock has over 45 established rock climbing routes.
Reviewed By Experience605204
Well, I loved to climb this amazing granite rock, the view is awesome and I want to come back soon with my partner!!
2. Fredericksburg Theater Company
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5.0 based on 96 reviews
Besides excellent restaurants, shopping, and wineries, Fredericksburg is also home to the finest live theater in the Texas Hill Country. Now in their 21st season, this much-acclaimed and award-winning theater is known for their block-busting Broadway musicals, side-busting comedies, and thrilling dramas. FTC is in production over 300 days a year, presenting 7 main stage productions as well as a full slate of Special Events; with renowned guest artists, musicians, and comedy acts performing to packed houses. With over 60% of their audience from outside of Gillespie County, the Fredericksburg Theater Company is the destination for live entertainment in Fredericksburg.
Reviewed By 147susiej - Aledo, United States
A small little theatre that wraps you up in excitement and a cozy friendly atmosphere that puts you in a mind set of relaxation! Greeting you with the fresh sent of fresh baked cookies! The theatre is awesome offering comfortable seating and good viewing all around the theatre. Little box seating is offered to children whom need a boost to see! The performances are awesome & will keep you focused untill the very end and you will most likely want to come again another time! The cookies are so good you can't eat just 1.
3. URBANherbal
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5.0 based on 33 reviews
An Herbal Idyll in the Texas Hill Country. Labyrinth Garden, 15 other gardens, greenhouse, greenhouse, cooking school, gift shop.
Reviewed By X7575WYdebbies - Denton, United States
Great place for not your every day gifts! Hand crafted small batch flavored vinegars, lotions, colognes and many more items created by Bill Varney from the flowers and herbs grown on his property! Love this place and the personal attention you get!
4. Fischer & Wieser's Das Peach Haus
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5.0 based on 621 reviews
Das Peach Haus is a one of a kind store located in an early 1900's brewery and situated on an immaculate property containing ponds, over 1000 peach trees, B&B's, and towering pine trees. Das Peach Haus is the home of the Original Roasted Raspberry Chipotle Sauce, Fischer & Wieser Specialty Foods and commercial peach growing. We have samples of our products and wine tastings daily. You can even enjoy a glass of wine out by our beautiful pond! Fresh peaches are available June - August! We are just four miles from Main Street. The Fischer & Wieser Culinary Adventure Cooking School is also located here! Come and inspire your culinary adventure with us!
Reviewed By ythompson
Beautiful decks and chairs to enjoy nature with a glass of wine and/or delicious treat from crackers and jams to a variety of other homemade nibbles. Friendly customer service, local history, relaxing tasting/shopping and country charm.
5. 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.
6. Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
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4.5 based on 2,301 reviews
Enormous pink rock dome that rises 325 feet above a small stream.
Reviewed By GSchunicht - Houston, United States
We dd a great hike up to the summit mid-morning, thankfully before it got hot, then went around through the canyon trail and back around base trail. All told it was close to 3 hours. Be sure to have a pack and plenty of water, maybe a snack. Some great views all around.
7. Enchanted Rock Cave
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4.5 based on 67 reviews
An interesting cave located within the Enchanted Rock State Natural Area.
Reviewed By J_Ctravel22 - Haslet, United States
We climbed Enchanted Rock and traveled through the cave. It was $7/person to enter the park and there are trails to the summit (don’t do the loop trail if you are want to go to the summit). Once you arrive at the summit continue to the top of the rock. You will walk down the back side where you will find the cave opening (see image below). Once you are in the cave someone has spray painted pink dots and arrows to help lead the way. You will need a headlamp once you are inside. Be prepared to get dirty and to squeeze through some tight spaces. Some rocks will be slippery if it has recently rained and hiking shoes will make your caving experience more enjoyable. Once you finish caving you will climb back over the rock to the summit or you must bushwhack down if it has been raining. We would not recommend if you are not in good shape, have a large body frame, you are afraid of tight spaces and don’t have a sense of adventure. We had a great time only wish we had checked the weather since we bushwhacked through pouring rain, thunderstorms and lightening.
8. Pioneer Museum
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4.5 based on 366 reviews
Enjoy a self-guided tour of our grounds and glimpse into the daily lives of the German pioneers of the Texas Hill Country. Our 3.5 acre grounds, located in downtown Fredericksburg, feature historic homesteads and buildings donated by founding families of Gillespie County. Among the historic homesteads and buildings are: one-room schoolhouse, log cabin, Sunday house, blacksmith shop, bath house, barn, smokehouse. Each showcases artifacts and architecture which help to preserve and tell the story of these pioneers. Also, browse through our fire department museum which displays pieces of early 20th century firefighting equipment.
Reviewed By pasherry
If you are a first time visitor to Fredericksburg this is the best place to start if you want to learn about the town and it’s German history. Admission is: $7.50 Adults; $3.00 ages 6-17; 5 and under free. Start with the excellent 15 minute video then tour the buildings at your own pace: a school, barn, blacksmith shop, summer house, smokehouse, cabin, two homes and fire engine display. Each building has audio recordings by locals that describe what you see. If you need to rest there are many benches to sit on. The restrooms were spotless and gift store small but nice. Check the website to see if there are any special events going on but even if there isn’t, this is a great place to visit.
9. 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!
10. Dooley’s 5-10 & 25c Store
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4.5 based on 101 reviews
For a taste of "the good old days" Stop by ad see us. From our wooden floors to our pressed metal ceilings, we are truly and Old Fashioned Variety Store just like when Grandma and Grandpa were kids!!!
Reviewed By traveler51520 - Cincinnati, United States
Dooley's reminded me of the F. W. Woolworth Five and Dime of the '50s. It has a little bit of everything: souvenirs, kitchen gadgets, fabrics and notions, clothing, toys, candy, etc. There were many items you can't easily buy anymore - a great treasure trove of stuff!
