Explore the enchanting Texas Hill Country, where rolling green hills meet endless blue skies, and charming towns offer a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. This two-day itinerary highlights the best of the Hill Country, inviting travelers to enjoy its scenic beauty, vibrant culture, and rich history.
Hill Country Hiatus Day One
Check in to one of the more than 1,200 gorgeous bed and breakfasts that Fredericksburg has to offer.
Breakfast at Hilda's – No better tacos than at Hilda's! This popular Mexican eatery and tortilla factory serves delicious breakfast plates, fajitas, and margaritas every day.
Wild Seed Farms
The Wildseed Farms is the nation's largest working wildflower farm, and wow, is it stunning seeing the rows and rows of wildflowers! It’s recommended to go in the earlier part of the day to enjoy all the farm has to offer.
Altstadt Brewery
Lunch at Altstadt Brewery – Besides the sheer beauty of this brewery, the beer selection is incredible! Any beer lover will love this place. Altstadt is open for lunch Wednesday – Sunday in the restaurant, and Friday – Sunday in the grand hall.
Yee Haw Ranch Outfitters
Shopping at Yee Haw Ranch Outfitters – A stunning, must-visit store with furniture, hides, horns, boots, clothing, gifts, and more!
Fresh peaches please! – Stop by one of the several roadside peach stands and buy a crate of fresh peaches. Fredericksburg is known for its peaches, and they are the country's largest exporter of peaches!
Wine tasting at Becker Vineyards – Becker Vineyards is a favorite among visitors who often encourage the winery tour, wine tastings, their lavender shop, and sipping outside!
Dinner at Alamo Spring's Cafe – They are primarily known for their half-pound cheeseburger, which is topped with grilled onions, avocado, green chiles, and served on a jalapeño cheese bun. Sometimes there is a wait, but it goes by quickly! Order the onion rings too!
Luckenbach, TX
Live music at Luckenbach – End your night with some dancing at this famous dance hall!
Hill Country Hiatus Day Two
Breakfast at Old German Bakery & Restaurant – This day starts on Main Street because there's so much to do here! This homey German bakeshop and eatery has a great selection of omelets, pancakes, waffles, and more for breakfast!
Shopping and walking on Main Street –There are so many stores on Main Street, and even if you aren't in the mood to buy, it never hurts to look! These stores are filled with personality, and you can find some gems around there.
Lunch at Vaudeville – After making your way up and down Main Street, it's time for lunch here as well! This basement bistro has incredible coffee, fresh salads, hearty sandwiches, and more! Their ground-floor retail is filled with so many beautiful pieces, so you might as well shop some more!
Vaudeville Bistro
Enjoy Enchanted Rock – Let's take a break from Main Street and go check out Enchanted Rock! This massive rock of pink granite brings thousands to it every year. You can hike, backpack, camp, rock climb, picnic, bird, study nature, geocache, and stargaze. The view from the top is breath-taking
Fredericksburg, TX
Wine at Fiesta Winery Fredericksburg – After enjoying Enchanted Rock's beautiful areas, it's time to wind down. They have four locations in the Texas Hill Country, but some visitors stop at the Fiesta Winery tasting room for a chilled glass of white because it's very close to dinner!
Dinner at Pasta Bella – You've walked. You've hiked. It’s time for you to eat well. Pasta Bella is authentic Italian food in the heart of Fredericksburg.
With all restaurants, it’s recommended to call ahead to see if you can make a reservation. It always helps to have one of those! Fredericksburg is a town you could honestly spend a full week in, but if you're here for a couple of days, these are just a few activities locals and visitors alike recommend.