Things To Do
Hamilton Pool Preserve
A scenic natural swimming pool in a canyon below a 50-ft waterfall, surrounded by a grotto. Hiking trails, picnic tables, and swimming (not guaranteed with reservation, depends on conditions). Reservations are required to enter, so be sure to plan ahead!
Pedernales Falls State Park
Pedernales Falls State Park is a 5,212-acre state park situated along the banks of the Pedernales River in Blanco County, Texas in the United States. Many things to do such as hiking, picnic, fishing, camping, swimming, horseback riding and mountain biking.
Watch Bats at Congress Avenue Bridge
At sunset see thousands of bats fly from under the bridge feasting upon bugs. Excellent spooky experience in the spirit of Halloween.
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
Just a couple minutes from Dripping Springs, Lady Bird Johnson Gardens are covered in brilliant Texas flowers and wildlife. Committed to the preservation of the Texas plants, they have different types of gardens, trails, and plenty of opportunities to discover the diversity of plants in Texas.
Natural Bridge Caverns Road
The Natural Bridge Caverns are the largest known commercial caverns in the U.S. state of Texas. The name is derived from the 60 ft natural limestone slab bridge that spans the amphitheater setting of the cavern's entrance.
The Alamo / The Riverwalk
Remember the Alamo? An important battle in Texas History where a small group of Texans were fighting for independence from Mexico that were defeated by Mexican General Santa Anna. You can still visit the Alamo Mission where the battle took place, and are steps away from the San Antonio riverwalk that has lots of shops, restaurants and boats you can ride on the river. Caution is a major tourist attraction, but is a right of passage to visit amongst Texans :)
Canyon Lake
Canyon Lake is a reservoir on the Guadalupe River, whose location makes it a great place to relax and enjoy the great outdoors. Whether you’re visiting this mesmerizing town to fish, swim, fossil hunt, visit Heritage Museum for dinosaur prints or scuba dive an underwater ghost town, there are lots of things to do!
Gruene Historic District
Gruene is a historic Texas town that is well worth the visit! World famous Gruene Hall, built in 1878 bills itself as "the oldest continually run dance hall in Texas" where many music legends have performed over the years and you can enjoy a fun-filled night of dancing. There are many antique shops, shops, fishing and tubing if the weather is warm enough. Recommend grabbing food at the Gristmill, located under the water tower the restaurant resides in the ruins of an 1878 cotton gin, overlooking the Guadalupe river with cliffside views.
Buc-ee's
This particular gas station broke a world record as the world's largest convenience store at 66,335 square feet. Buc-ee's is a source of pride in Texas, and is truly an experience!