Heather’s Guidebook to the Texas Hill Country

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Heather’s Guidebook to the Texas Hill Country

Bars and Restaurants

Home cooking in a casual atmosphere in the heart of downtown Bandera
63 locals recommend
O.S.T. Restaurant
311 Main Street
63 locals recommend
Home cooking in a casual atmosphere in the heart of downtown Bandera
Live music, dance floor, cold drinks, pool table, and hours of entertainment
67 locals recommend
11th Street Cowboy Bar
307 11th St
67 locals recommend
Live music, dance floor, cold drinks, pool table, and hours of entertainment
Delicious food, relaxed atmosphere
26 locals recommend
Tj's @ The Old Forge
807 Main St
26 locals recommend
Delicious food, relaxed atmosphere

City/town information

Cute small town with large Main Street for shopping and eating, a lively riverwalk for a nice stroll, all the city amenities, caves to explore, and multiple wineries and breweries for tasting experiences.
97 locals recommend
Boerne
97 locals recommend
Cute small town with large Main Street for shopping and eating, a lively riverwalk for a nice stroll, all the city amenities, caves to explore, and multiple wineries and breweries for tasting experiences.
Cowboy Capital of the World with unique museums, shops, cowboy/girl experiences, fun library, live music, and river access.
75 locals recommend
Bandera
75 locals recommend
Cowboy Capital of the World with unique museums, shops, cowboy/girl experiences, fun library, live music, and river access.
Vibrant city with a unique history and culture
147 locals recommend
San Antonio
147 locals recommend
Vibrant city with a unique history and culture

Sightseeing

Take a beautiful drive just an hour away to one of Texas’s best state parks with the famous Frio River running through it. Climb challenging trails up Mt. Baldy, play mini golf, dance beneath the stars, visit the candy shop or burger grill, and soak up the natural beauty of the Texas hill country.
128 locals recommend
Garner State Park
128 locals recommend
Take a beautiful drive just an hour away to one of Texas’s best state parks with the famous Frio River running through it. Climb challenging trails up Mt. Baldy, play mini golf, dance beneath the stars, visit the candy shop or burger grill, and soak up the natural beauty of the Texas hill country.
Just an hour away to this gorgeous state park where you can float the Guadalupe River, stroll along easy or difficult trails, and visit the nature center.
125 locals recommend
Guadalupe River State Park
3350 Park Rd 31
125 locals recommend
Just an hour away to this gorgeous state park where you can float the Guadalupe River, stroll along easy or difficult trails, and visit the nature center.
53 locals recommend
Cave Without a Name
325 Kreutzberg Road
53 locals recommend
36 locals recommend
Bandera Natural History Museum
267 Old San Antonio Rd
36 locals recommend
Boating, swimming, paddle boarding in this 2nd largest lake in Texas. Specifically check out Paradise Canyon - reserve your spot on the Medina River. 2220 COUNTY ROAD 2615 RIO MEDINA, TX 78066
29 locals recommend
Medina Lake
29 locals recommend
Boating, swimming, paddle boarding in this 2nd largest lake in Texas. Specifically check out Paradise Canyon - reserve your spot on the Medina River. 2220 COUNTY ROAD 2615 RIO MEDINA, TX 78066
26 locals recommend
Boerne Lake
26 locals recommend

Shopping

Fun shop where you can find anything from authentic boots to gag gifts to an ice cream cone
18 locals recommend
Bandera General Store
306 Main St
18 locals recommend
Fun shop where you can find anything from authentic boots to gag gifts to an ice cream cone
Authentic department store surrounded by unique restaurants and brewery
Bechants
194 South Main Street
Authentic department store surrounded by unique restaurants and brewery
Find unique gifts
10 locals recommend
Cedar Street Market of Bandera
313 11th St
10 locals recommend
Find unique gifts

City advice

Don't miss

Every weekend is full of local events!

Be sure to check out the Bandera Cowboy Capital website to find all the local happenings.