Things to Do in Fredericksburg, Texas

Fredericksburg is one of the most visited towns in Texas, and Lantern Oaks sits minutes from the middle of it. Nearly a hundred wineries and tasting rooms are within a short drive. Historic Main Street runs on German bakeries, boutiques, and beer gardens. Enchanted Rock, Wildseed Farms, and the LBJ ranch country are all day trips you can make and be back for happy hour. Austin and San Antonio are both under an hour and a half.
Below is our own list of where to go, sorted by what you're in the mood for. Every place on it is somewhere we would send a friend.

Aerial view of Fredericksburg, Texas

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Tours

19th Hole Wine Tours

Fredericksburg, TX

Barrel & Brew Tour Service

Stonewall, TX

Fredericksburg Cable Car Wine Tours

Fredericksburg, TX

Peach Express

Fredericksburg, TX

290 Wine Shuttle

Fredericksburg, TX

The Black Sheep Tours

Fredericksburg, TX

Keidel Wine Tours

Fredericksburg, TX

Stagecoach Shuttle Service

Fredericksburg, TX

830 Elevated Tours

Fredericksburg, TX

Brooke’s Bubble Bus

Fredericksburg, TX

Majesty Tours

Fredericksburg, TX

Texas Wine Tours

Fredericksburg, TX

Absolute Charm Wine Tours

Fredericksburg, TX

Cowboy Tours

Fredericksburg, TX

Texas Native Wine Tours

Fredericksburg, TX

Food, Lunch & Dinner

Lunch - 8 Listings

Altdorf Biergarten

Indoor/Outdoor German Lunch

Hilltop Cafe

Cajun French Fusion

Silver Creek Beer Garden

Large Outdoor Patio and Live Music

Vaudeville

A Speakeasy with an Art Gallery

Fresh Pickens

Sandwiches and Fresh Produce

Hondo’s on Main

BBQ

Sunset Grill

Breakfast All Day

Woerner Warehouse

Farm-to-Table Lunch

Dinner - 7 Listings

Cabernet Grill

American with Cute Decor & Patio

Hilltop Cafe

Cajun French Fusion

Martini’s

Fredericksburg Only Seafood Restaurant

Sushi Tiki

A diverse menu catering to sushi enthusiasts and non-sushi diners.

Hill & Vine

Authentic Texas dishes with local wines and craft beer.

Jack’s Chop House

Steak & Seafood

Pecan Grove Store

Nice American Restaurant

Wineries

Airis’Ele Vineyards

Fredericksburg, TX

Calais Winery

Hye, TX

Heath Sparkling Wines

Fredericksburg, TX

Rhinory

Fredericksburg, TX

Augusta Vin Winery

Fredericksburg, TX

Fiesta Winery

Fredericksburg, TX

Halter Ranch

Fredericksburg, TX

Pedernales Cellars

Stonewall, TX

Barons Creek Vineyards

Fredericksburg, TX

French Connection Wines

Hye, TX

Kuhlman Cellars

Stonewall, TX

Signor Vineyards

Fredericksburg, TX

Becker Vineyards

Fredericksburg, TX

Grape Creek Vineyards

Fredericksburg, TX

Lost Draw Cellars

Fredericksburg, TX

Texas Wine Collective

Fredericksburg, TX

Breweries & Distilleries

Alstadt Brewery

Fredericksburg, TX

Elk Store Winery & Distillery

Fredericksburg, TX

Iron Goat Distillery

Fredericksburg, TX

Pecan Street Brewery

Johnson City, TX

Basement Brewers of Texas

Kerrville, TX

Fredericksburg Brewing Co.

Fredericksburg, TX

Old 290 Brewery & Restaurant

Johnson City, TX

Reck ‘Em Right Brewing Co.

Johnson City, TX

Dietz Distillery

Fredericksburg, TX

Garrison Brothers

Hye, TX

Pint & Plow Brewing

Kerrville, TX

Treaky Oak Distilling

Dripping Springs, TX

Get Active

Apache Rifleworks

Stonewall, TX

Test out your new rifle in a very nice indoor range.

Cross Mountain Park

Fredericksburg, TX

Enjoy a short hike to a serene overlook.

Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Golf Course

Fredericksburg, TX

Scott Schreiner Municipal Golf Course

Kerrville, TX

The Club at Boot Ranch

Stonewall, TX

Golf Course with rolling hills, streams, ponds and beautiful oak trees frame every hole.

Eisbahn Outdoor Skating

Fredericksburg, TX | Nov - Jan

Experience a holiday tradition, skating on real ice in the Texas Hill Country.

LBJ State Historical Park

Stonewall, TX

Witness bison and Texas longhorns grazing in pastures.

Wildseed Farms

Fredericksburg, TX

Visit a real working wildflower farm spanning over 200 acres.

Commanche Trace

Kerrville, TX

Enchanted Rock

Fredericksburg, TX

Climb the ancient dome for amazing Hill Country views.

Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm

Stonewall, TX

Experience life on a German farm at the turn of the century.

Live Music Theater

Albert Icehouse & Dancehall

Albert, TX

General store, bar, and dancehall located right outside of Fredericksburg

Callioux City Center for the Performing Arts

Kerrville, TX

Live music and performing arts

Luckenbach

Luckenbach, TX

General store, bar, and dancehall located right outside of Fredericksburg

Rockbox Theater

Fredericksburg, TX

Live music venue located just 99 steps off of Main St.

Crossroads Saloon

Fredericksburg, TX

Steakhouse

Fredericksburg Theater Company

Fredericksburg, TX

A great venue to watch a musical, drama or comedy

Pioneer

Fredericksburg, TX

Fredericksburg newest bar with live music, dancing, and a full bar

Shopping

Alan’s Boots

Fredericksburg, TX

Long-running Western-wear store with an ample selection of classic boots, belts, hats & clothing.

Dogologie

Fredericksburg, TX

A dog-owner’s paradise with high-end novelty items for dogs.

Rustlin’ Robs Texas Gourmet Foods

Fredericksburg, TX

Taste hundreds of unique and mouthwatering dips and hot sauces.

Venture 19

Fredericksburg, TX

Shop the latest stylish trends, unique home decor and gifts for any occasion.

Clear River Ice Cream, Bakery & Deli

Fredericksburg, TX

Vintage-themed ice cream shop with bakery, & deli.

Parts Unknown

Fredericksburg, TX

Enjoy shopping for men or women’s clothing, shoes, jewelry & accessories.

Segner’s Jewelers

Fredericksburg, TX

Fine jewelry, signature, and custom

Days Spas

European Day Spa

Fredericksburg, TX

a divine experience that affects your whole being

Fredericksburg Herb Farm

Fredericksburg, TX

Relax, Renew & Retreat at the Herb Garden

Quiet Haus Day Spa

Fredericksburg, TX

A tranquil oasis in a cozy cottage

Museums & Art

National Museum of the Pacific War

Fredericksburg, TX

A museum that tells the human story of World War II in the Pacific

Texas Ranger Heritage Center at Fort Martin Scott

Fredericksburg, TX

A restored United States Army outpost near Fredericksburg

The Museum of Western Art

Kerrville, TX

Need note

The Pioneer Museum Complex

Fredericksburg, TX

Museum complex showcasing the region’s German roots

Festivals & Fairgrounds

Fourth of July Parade and Fireworks

Fredericksburg, TX | July 4th

Enjoy a small-town, all-American celebration

Gillespie County Fair

Fredericksburg, TX | August

Summer fun, excitement, food & entertainment

Light the Night Christmas Parade

Fredericksburg, TX | 1st Friday of December

A holiday night parade down historic Main Street

Octoberfest

Fredericksburg, TX | 1st weekend of October

A true celebration of our German heritage in the Polka Capital of Texas

Fredericksburg Craft Beer Festival

Fredericksburg, TX | June

Sample or purchase beer from all over Texas

Hill Country Film Festival

Fredericksburg, TX | June

The best little film festival in Texas

LuckenRod Car Show

Luckenbach, TX | 2nd Saturday of September

Live music and hot rods

Stonewall Peach JAMboree and Rodeo

Stonewall, TX | 3rd full weekend in June

A full weekend of rodeo and dancing

Fredericksburg Food & Wine Fest

Fredericksburg, TX | 4th Saturday of October

A full-course celebration of Texas food, wine and beer

Nature & Wildlife

Butterfly Migration

Fredericksburg, TX | April & October

During the spring, local peach orchards and gardens are strong attractants for Monarch Butterflies.

Wildflower Trail of the Texas Hill Country

Fredericksburg, TX

Fields of bluebonnets and Indian paintbrush are among the many species that blanket the landscape every spring.

Wildseed Farm & Butterfly Haus

Fredericksburg, TX

Lush vineyards located on the migratory path of both butterflies and hummingbirds.

Mexican Free-Tailed Bats

Fredericksburg, TX

See millions of bats head into the hill country each evening at dusk.

Stay in the Middle of All of It

Lantern Oaks puts every place on this page within easy reach. Check availability and make it a proper trip.

Clubhouse exterior on a sunny day

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Wineries, dining, festivals & Hill Country day trips