Things To Do
Explore Gruene
This website has a map with everything to do in Gruene included. Gruene has a plethora of antique shopping, dining, and live music to see.
The Grapevine
Meet us here Friday night at 7:45pm for a meet & greet at our favorite spot!
Gruene Hall
Gruene Hall, built in 1878, is Texas’ oldest and most famous dance hall. The 6,000 square foot dance hall with a high pitched tin roof still has the original layout with side flaps for open air dancing, a bar in the front, a small lighted stage in the back and a huge outdoor garden. Live music everyday!
Gruene Grove
Upstairs on their patio they’ve got a full bar complete with beer on tap, great wine selection, signature drinks, and margaritas. For those of y’all who are real classy, they have a downstairs speakeasy with top shelf offerings but shhhh -it’s a secret . Live music, German bratwurst, and homemade ice cream round it all out to make for the perfect hideout.
Rockin' R River Rides
This is the most convenient location to do what the area is famous for - float the Guadalupe River!
Gruene River Grill
One of our most frequented restaurants in the area!
Buc-ee's
Buc-ee's is known for food, shopping, big gas stations and clean bathrooms. Try their Texas-style barbecue like brisket sandwiches, turkey, sausage and pulled pork. Other popular favorites are the beaver nuggets, fudge (made in-house) and beef jerky.
Krause's Cafe & Biergarten
With live entertainment, 100+ beers, and an impressive German American menu, Krause’s is a local treasure. From schnitzels and bratwurst with sauerkraut to pretzels, their menu offers a taste of Germany deep in the heart of the Lone Star State. Our favorite breakfast spot in the area!
Shopping
Check out the areas top vintage antique shops and more! Here’s Maddie & Bo’s favorite spots: in Max’s Haus Mercantile Downtown Antique Mall Traveling Gypsy Gruene Outfitters Red Rooster Antiques The Local
Golf Courses
The Bandit Golf Club Landa Park Golf Course
Natural Bridge Caverns
Texas’ premier natural attraction is well beneath the Earth’s surface, approximately 180 feet underground, where you’ll discover massive, otherworldly formations. Each formed by single drops of water and the slow passage of time.
Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch
Enjoy a 500-acre, six-mile, drive-thru safari featuring 40+ species from around the world. Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch is home to giraffes, cheetahs, and more. The ranch is a Texas Land Heritage Property, certified by the State of Texas and accessible by automobile.