ESCAPE!

Escape from the CITY and Kick back in the Texas Hill Country! Reset your life, and click on EASY! There’s so much To Do and see in The beautiful Texas Hill Country! Wine, Art, Music, A View from the Top of Enchanted Rock, a feast for your soul is waiting for you in the beautiful hills of central Texas.

Join us on a journey to DISCOVER Texas Hill Country Terroir! Let the scenic back roads lead you on a treasure hunt for REAL TEXAS GOLD… the PEOPLE, the places, the wine and food! Experience take-your-breath-away Natural Beauty, Award-winning Wineries, Vineyards, and winemakers, exceptional Wine and Picnic Markets, Handcrafted Beer and Spirits, Olive Farms, Epicurean Cafes, Hill Country Bakeries, “DIVES to Die For”, Farmer’s Markets, Wine Tasting Rooms, Chef-Owned Restaurants, Gourmet Chocolates, Artisan Cheese, Live Music Venues and the GREAT OUTDOORS…. miles and miles of TEXAS! There’s so much to do and see in historic Fredericksburg, Tx! Follow the journey as we DISCOVER the treasure!

May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. – Edward Abbey

HISTORIC FREDERICKSBURG, TEXAS!

Fredericksburg, Texas, delivers the very best experiences in the hill country! Come explore what Fredericksburg, Texas has to offer: hotels, B & B’s, restaurants, live music… perhaps a romantic horse drawn carriage ride through the iconic historic district, an afternoon of wine tasting on the 290 Wine Road, whatever your hearts desire. The beautiful Texas Hill Country is the perfect backdrop for your Summer Fun!

An incredible adventure awaits you! Soon you’ll know why Fredericksburg Tx is one of the most popular getaways in Texas! So let us entice you! There’s so much to do and see in our historic town! Fredericksburg Tx is nestled in the beautiful Hill Country of Texas; right in the heart of Wine Country, with a vibrant art and live music scene that will dazzle and inspire! Let us be your guide to the Texas Hill Country Adventures of your dreams. We take great pride in providing visitors with the travel information necessary to plan a rich and exciting holiday vacation or weekend getaway. Get some big inspiration and enjoy the BEST things in LIFE… family and friends! The Hill Country’s waiting for you! Fredericksburg has everything you need for an exciting adventure filled stay in the beautiful Texas Hill Country! Make a toast and CELEBRATE together! Ein Prosit!

MID-WEEK GETAWAY

Mid-week is actually a GREAT time to visit Fredericksburg. Wednesday and Thursday would be BEST! There’s live music from Luckenbach to Main Street… Hondo’s, Silver Creek, and sometimes, Lincoln Street have evening shows! The shops and restaurants aren’t so crowded and you get that “small town charm” feel that is sometimes evasive in a busy weekend crowd. Enchanted Rock is amazing mid-week… If you like the outdoors, but go early in the morning or late in the afternoon… noon day sun on the rock can be brutal!

MUSIC

Fredericksburg, Texas, is a TEXAS MUSIC DESTINATION! Catch the BEAT! Have you ever wanted to Boot Scoot across the hardwood floor of a Texas Historic Dance Hall? Well, pack your Boots and Stetson because Fredericksburg, Texas has THREE Historic Dance Halls: Luckenbach, Albert and Sisterdale. Downtown, in the historic shopping districts, you’ll discover a lively mix of musical genres Western Edge, Rockbox Theater, Hondo’s on Main, Crossroads Saloon and Steakhouse, Silvercreek and Auslander. Get ready for Texas Summer Nights with FABULOUS LIVE MUSIC that will get you up and jumping out on the dance floor, boot scootin’ the night away “deep in the heart of Texas!”

MUSIC VENUES

Hondo’s on Main
Western Edge Cellars
Crossroads Saloon and Steakhouse
The Club at Barons CreekSide
Rockbox Theater
The Hangar Hotel
Treaty House
Silver Creek
Auslander
Hilltop Cafe
Luckenbach Texas
Albert Icehouse

WINERIES | LIVE MUSIC | EVENTS

Becker Vineyards
Grape Creek Vineyards
4.0 Cellars
Pedernales Cellars
Torre di Pietra
Fiesta Winery 290
Lost Draw Cellars
Rancho Ponte

DESTINATION LIVE MUSIC!

Whatever genre soothes your soul, get’s you out on the dance floor, or tapping your toes… Alternative, Blues, Classical, Country, Hip Hop, Rock ‘n’ Roll, Opera, R&B, Soul, World Music, Jazz, Latin, Pop, Americana, German, Folk, Bluegrass, Gospel, Big Band! We’re making the MUSIC, you’ll experience the Magic! So get ready for FABULOUS LIVE MUSIC and discover why Fredericksburg, Tx is THE Music Destination in the Texas Hill Country!

Luckenbach Texas, Hondo’s on Main, Crossroads Saloon and Steakhouse and RockBox Theater ARE putting Fredericksburg, Texas, on the TEXAS LIVE MUSIC MAP! Fredericksburg might be a small town…. BUT! we have a BIG MUSIC and ART SCENE!

TEXAS WINE

If you’re a WINE lover the Fredericksburg Wine CountryTrail is the ultimate Texas Wine Tasting Experience! (Hint: be sure to make a reservation with a Wine Tour Service… so you can relax and enjoy the company of your friends while discovering the New Texas Gold). Here’s to more Texas Wine Adventures!

Wine Road 290 is an association of Texas Hill Country Wineries in the Fredericksburg AVA, on either side of Fredericksburg, Texas! Enjoy the panoramic beauty and diverse landscape of rolling limestone hills and crystal clear rivers and streams, while exploring our world class wineries, just minutes apart, along US Highway 290! Discover picturesque vineyards, charming tasting rooms, and barrel cellars filled with aging, premium wines that showcase our distinctive Texas terroir. The wine, ambiance and experience at each winery are unique! In addition to the regular Tastings and Weekend Events at each winery, the members of Wine Road 290 team up with the chefs from local restaurants to bring you special Wine and Food Pairing Events. Visit our website for dates, times and details! The Perfect Wine Getaway! See you on the Wine Trail! Salud! www.wineroad290.com

WINE TOURS and LIMOS

Majesty Tours
290 Wine Shuttle and Tours
Fredericksburg Limo
George’s 290 Wine Tours
Texas Wine Tours

WALKING and BIKING

Fredericksburg, Texas, is a wonderful walking and bike riding town, especially during the holidays when homes are adorned with the fabulous lights and decorations of the holiday season. You can rent bikes at Hill Country Bicycle Works, but be sure to reserve them in advance, especially on weekends. Hill Country Bicycle Works also has maps and recommendations for rides in and around Fredericksburg and the surrounding Texas Hill Country! You can also rent bicycles and reserve a Wine Tour by Bicycle at Jack & Adam’s Bicycles Fredericksburg, our NEW full service bicycle shop located at 206 South Lincoln Street.

ENCHANTED ROCK

It’s a fine time to climb Enchanted Rock… when the sky is that deep TEXAS-blue and the weather is warm… it’s MAGICAL up there! And, the view from the TOP is TEXAS FOREVER! Standing there in the clouds, looking out over the beauty blazing below, you’ll instantly understand why it’s called the “Enchanted” Rock! Be sure to call before you drive! The park sometimes fills to capacity on weekends during peak season and on holidays! Enchanted Rock is located 18 miles north of Fredericksburg on Ranch Road 965. Your canine friend, if leashed, is welcome at Enchanted Rock, but test the granite surface with your bare hand before you climb with your dog… the surface temperature in the heat of the day can BLISTER your dog’s paws!

WILDFLOWERS

Wildflower season in the Hill Country, around Fredericksburg, is somewhat variable. Redbuds, Flowering Quince, Mountain Laurel, Bluebonnets, Indian Paintbrush and phlox begin in early March. Bluebonnets are usually at their peak around the middle of April, but can begin much earlier. We recommend the following areas for viewing wildflowers.

4 scenic drives that will “take your breath away”

Below are four of my very favorite Scenic Drives around Fredericksburg, Texas! They are all BEAUTIFUL! Enjoy!

1. Take 965 (Milam Street) out of Fredericksburg, just past Enchanted Rock. 965 connects with 16. Take a left to Llano. Just before 71 turn left on 2323 and follow it back to 87. Take a left back to Fredericksburg.
2. Take 87 from Fredericksburg to Mason swing around the courthouse square and return to Fredericksburg! This is a beautiful drive… some of the BEST wildflowers anywhere!
3. Take 87 from Fredericksburg toward Mason, turn right on 152. In Castell veer right and follow 152 along the river back to !6. Turn right back to Fredericksburg.
4. Take 87 to 648 (Hilltop Cafe is on the corner), turn left and continue into Doss, Texas. In Doss take a right on to 783 and continue to 87 take a right back to Fredericksburg. Fredericksburg, Texas, in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, is the place to spend a fabulous Spring Time Getaway or Best Friend Weekend. Enjoy world class dining at Vaudeville, Otto’s, August E’s, Navajo Grill, Crossroads Saloon and Steakhouse, or Stouts Trattoria at Grape Creek Vineyards!

FORT MARTIN SCOTT

Fort Martin Scott is located two mile southeast of Fredericksburg, Texas, on the banks of Barons Creek. It was the first US military post established on the western frontier of Texas. Today it is an historical treasure listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Fort Martin Scott Advisory Commitee and Fort Martin Scott Friends invite you to become a “GUARDIAN of the TEXAS FRONTIER”! Help us protect, preserve and honor the history, heritage and heroes of the Lone Star State. The new “Texas Rangers Heritage Center” next to Ft Martin Scott is home to a TOP “Living History” Attraction! Together the Fort and Heritage Center provide an interactive, hands on opportunity to get up close and personal with the life and times of the early pioneers in the Texas Hill Country. It’s Your Fort, too! SUPPORT YOUR FORT! www.ftmartinscott.org

OLD TUNNEL STATE PARK and the ALAMO SPRINGS CAFE

Old Tunnel State Park – From May through October, the abandoned railroad tunnel at Old Tunnel State Park is home to more than 3 million Mexican free-tailed bats (Tadarida brasilienses mexicana) and 3,000 cave myotis (Myotis velifer) bats. During this time visitors can watch the amazing sight as the bats emerge nightly from the tunnel in a huge fluttering upward spiral just as the sun begins to set.

The park offers nightly educational programs Thursday through Sunday that provide guests with a better understanding of the life, history and ecology of the bats. Be sure to take a pair of binoculars for the best viewing of the bats in flight. To get the latest emergence time information call, 866-978-2287.

Visitors to the Old Tunnel State Park can participate in a variety of recreational and wildlife-viewing opportunities on the Old Tunnel nature trail which is open year round. The trail is less than half a mile long and visitors can enjoy it from sunrise until it closes (closing times vary throughout the year based on bat emergence time). Monday through Wednesday evenings, May through October, the trail and lower viewing area are not open to the public. On Thursday through Sunday evenings, the trail is open to those visitors who pay admission to view the bats at the lower viewing area. The Old Tunnel Trail is primitive and steep in some places. Be sure to take your own drinking water and snacks. Pets are NOT allowed.

Hikers can view of the tunnel from the trail, but entrance into the tunnel is strictly prohibited to prevent disturbance of the bat colony, and for the safety and well-being of visitors.

Alamo Springs General Store and Cafe is located next to the Old Tunnel Wildlife Management Area at 107 Alamo Road. Take a scenic drive, dine al fresco on a fabulous Texas Monthly “BEST Burger” and watch the bats fly during their seasonal stay! Enjoy fantastic food, including the FAMOUS homemade hamburgers, BLT’s, portabella mushroom burgers, New Mexico style green chili burgers, goat cheese w/roasted garlic, handmade fries, onion rings, dinner specials that are out of this world, pot roast, lasagna, strawberry key lime pie… Icy cold beers, and fresh-made ice tea and coffee! You can dine inside or out on the deck.

Enjoy live music on weekends.

Directions Fredericksburg to Alamo Springs Cafe / Old Tunnel State Park:

Leave Fredericksburg on Hwy. 290 and continue 3 miles east. Look for the brown TxDOT highway sign that says “Old Tunnel Wildlife Area”. Turn right (south) on the Old San Antonio Road. Proceed 10.5 miles. The Old Tunnel WMA will be on the left at the top of the hill, turn left onto Alamo Springs Road. Alamo Springs Cafe is located right next to the bat cave.

VAUDEVILLE

The Bistro at Vaudeville Serving Gourmet All Day!
Friday and Saturday Late Night Menu
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 10am to 4pm
Fridays and Saturdays, 10am to 9pm
Sundays, 10am to 4pm
V Supper Club at Vaudeville
Savor the exceptional at Vaudeville’s “V” Supper Club… on Main Street in historic Fredericksburg, Texas!
Monday Night Gourmet, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
Experience a “prix fixe” menu created by Chef Jordan Muraglia. Haute cuisine! Mangez bien, riez souvent, aimez beaucoup!
Weekend Gourmet V SUPPER CLUB
Friday and Saturday Dinner, 6:00 – 9:30
Table Seating – Main Level and Courtyard
Join us for a guided, culinary experience!
Entry-level tasting menu – Wine Pairing option available
Reservations required
Sunday Brunch, A New Tradition
Sundays, 11am – 2pm
Seating is limited and reservations are recommended at
830-992-3234, or visit, www.vaudeville.com

KUDOS

Wine Enthusiast Magazine recently named the Texas Hill Country AVA, #3 on their list of Top Ten Wine Destinations in the WORLD! Raise your glass to the new TEXAS GOLD! TEXAS WINE!

Wine Enthusiast Magazine Names “Highway 290, Texas” a “Top 5 Wine Country Road Trip!” www.winemag.com

Luckenbach Texas was included in Southern Living Magazine’s Texas Special Travel Selection: 40 Things Every Southerner Should Do!

Texas Wine Country – 2nd Fastest Growing Wine Region Distinctive wines, combined with southern hospitality, have vaulted the Texas Hill Country wine region into the #2 spot on the Orbitz “Fastest-Growing Wine Region” list.