Location: Fredericksburg
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What to do and see in Fredericksburg, Texas (TX): The Best Hidden Gems Things to do
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. Fischer & Wieser's Das Peach Haus
Overall Ratings
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.
2. Old Tunnel State Park
Overall Ratings
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.
3. Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Overall Ratings
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.
4. Willow City Loop
Overall Ratings
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.
5. Lost Draw Cellars
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By Jpamr5 - Richmond, United States
Lisa was our friendly, knowledgeable tasting hostess on Thursday, March 4, 2021, for our 11 AM reservation. Tasting flight was 5 wines from vineyards on the high plains. Two whites and 3 reds on the flight were decent. The 2018 Syrah was a good fit for my taste, a dark red with dry, fruity flavor. Tasty room and grounds are pleasant and relaxing.
6. Slate Mill Wine Collective
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 56 reviews
Slate Mill Wine Collective Supports a diverse group of winemakers and wines grown throughout Texas with a single shared tasting room experience. The expansive estate features a 35-acre vineyard, restored historic homestead, custom crush facility and a tasting room that promotes hospitality, wine education, experimentation and discovery. With nearly a dozen small brands being produced in our cellar with the guidance of our winemaking team, we’ve cultivated a list of boutique brands of varied varieties and styles. These independent brands are available to sample by two-ounce tastings, glass or bottle. The relaxed and scenic estate allows guests to enjoy their wine experience either indoors or outdoors without feeling crowded or rushed.
Reviewed By 597keving - Matawan, United States
We were travelling cross country but made a point to stop in Fredericksburg after sampling a number of wines at the Houston Stockyard show. We enjoyed a great tasting here and ended up chatting with Randy, the owner of this winery. He was fun and interesting to talk to. This winery was gorgeous and had great wines. We especially enjoyed the "hooch" . We ended up staying for a couple hours because we had such a good time. This would be first on our list next time we are passing through Fredericksburg.
