Sights

The Central Texas Hill Country has numerous museums, festivals and fairs, places of interest, publications, and broadcasters.

Scroll down to see museums, festivals, places of interest, and media (newspapers, magazines, radio, and TV) information, cities and towns, and more. If you are a Hill Country museum, festival, media service, or town, get listed, and then please link back to us. If you love to sightsee, here is an array of information and contact info for you. Also check our Calendar for events throughout the year. Please say you "found it in the Scene, the Hill Country Scene!"

Museums

- Agricultural Heritage Museum - A non-profit organization established in 1986 to preserve the historic items of the Texas Hill Country's agricultural history for tomorrow's generations to learn from and enjoy. Boerne.
- Gillespie County Historical Society - We operate two museums, the largest being the Pioneer Museum Complex which was created in 1956 when the Historical Society bought the home, smokehouse and barn of Henry Kammlah and turned it into a small museum. Since then six major structures have been added. The second museum we operate is the Vereinskirche. This was the first museum the city of Fredericksburg had when the Historical Society opened it in 1935. Today we have permanent exhibits focusing on the history of the area and also a space for rotating photograph exhibits. We also have books and souvenirs. Fredericksburg.
- Hill Country Museum - Housed in the Captain Charles Schreiner home, which was built in 1879. Captain Schreiner moved from his Turtle Creek Ranch to a lumber house on the site of The Hill Country Museum in 1869. In 1879, Hermann Stiller built the south portion of the house, with the remainder of the home and the decorative rock work being completed in 1896. During his long and exciting life, Captain Schreiner was a cowboy, a Texas Ranger, a country store manager, a Civil War soldier, a cattle rancher, a marketer of wool and mohair, a banker, and a philanthropist. Open Wednesday through Saturday 11:30am to 3:30Pm. Kerrville.
- National Museum of the Pacific War - Originally named The Admiral Nimitz Museum and housed solely in the historic Nimitz Hotel, the Museum has grown into a dynamic, first-class experience that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and from all backgrounds. It is the only institution in the continental United States dedicated exclusively to telling the story of the Pacific Theater battles of World War II. Located on a nine-acre site, the Center includes the George Bush Gallery, Admiral Nimitz Museum, Plaza of Presidents, Veterans' Walk of Honor, Japanese Garden of Peace, Pacific Combat Zone, and the Center for Pacific War Studies. Fredericksburg.

Annual Festivals / Fairs / Events

- Art Past Dark - A celebration of Texas art, antiques, music, and cuisine. Fredericksburg.
- Best in Texas Festival. An annual festival celebrating all the things that make Texas Great. Fun for the whole family including; great Texas music, arts, crafts, cook offs, carnival rides, food, and libations. Bandera.
- Blanco Lavender Festival features vendors on the grounds of the Old Blanco County Courthouse as well as tours of nearby lavender farms. Blanco.
- Bluebonnet Blues & Fine Art Festival - "Rock the Blues Away" with live music, fine arts, and food and drink. Presented by the Historic Main Street Association. Marble Falls.
- Crawfish Festival - At Cypress Creek Cafe. Even though food and beverage is a big part of the party, the live music is the other main attraction of this festive annual event. Typically, the festival takes place on the last Saturday in April. Wimberley.
- Fredericksburg Food and Wine Fest - Held in downtown on Marktplatz (the 100 block of West Main Street). It is a full-course celebration of Texas food, wine, music, specialty booths, food court, and fun for all. Fredericksburg.
- Fredericksburg Trade Days at Sunday Farms - You will find antiques, collectables, tools, Texas primitives, unique crafts, shabby chic, ranch furniture, designer clothing & jewelry, and so much more. And don't forget to visit the Biergarten. (Great spot for spouses to rest while YOU are shopping.) We're open for shopping the 3rd weekend of every month, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Fredericksburg.
- Gillespie County Fair - The Grand Daddy of them all, complete with pari-mutuel horse racing, simulcast racing, carnival midway, livestock and agricultural exhibits, antique tractors & machinery, arts & crafts, and dancing under the hill country sky. Fredericksburg.
- Hill Country Rendezvous Mini Cooper Rally - More than just a plain ole Mini Cooper Rally! Cowboy breakfast, poker run, musical entertainment, poker walk, social driving - Navigation Required. Fredericksburg.
- Johnson City Lavender Evenings with Arts and Music. Events include Music in the Park, entertainment and dancing, and late evening opening of the LBJ Historical Park, with art galleries and shops open late too. Johnson City.
- Kerr County Fair - Providing the residents of Kerr, Bandera, Real, Edwards, Kimble, Gillespie, and Kendall counties an opportunity to exhibit their skills and receive recognition for their achievements; promoting the welfare of the family, home, and community. Kerrville.
- Kerr County Market Days - Growers, artists, craftspeople, and food producers operating an open air market on the grounds of the beautiful Kerr County Courthouse Square. Takes place on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month, April through December, except for August. Hours for the market are 9 am to 4 pm. Kerrville.
- Kerrville Folk Festival and Kerrville Wine & Music Festival - Family oriented events which are held each year on the Quiet Valley Ranch, just 9 miles south of the resort town. Kerrville.
- Llano Crawfish Open - The Texas Hill Country event you don't want to miss. There's great food, live music, a golf tournament, and much more. Llano.
- Market Days - A bargain hunter's paradise for the unusual, one of a kind, hard to find something-or-other you've been looking for. Held the first Saturday of the month from April through December. Wimberley.
- Night in Old Fredericksburg - Where the fun never sets! The original celebration of this Hill Country community's famous German heritage and Texan hospitality. There will be German pioneer historical demonstrations, clowns, face painting, games, live entertainment, plus food and drink. Fredericksburg.
- October Fun Run Motorcycle Party to benefit the Leakey Volunteer Fire Department. Vendors, great food, beer, live music, and games for fun and prizes. Located in the Texas Hill Country on the famous RR337, just 1/2 mile west of Hwy 83. Leakey.
- Oktoberfest Fredericksburg - Celebrates its German heritage. Oompah at its best. German music, food and drink, arts and crafts, children's area, and family fun. First weekend in October. Fredericksburg.
- Old Settlers Music Festival - An outdoor festival featuring the greatest performers of Americana roots music, and held at the height of wildflower season. Festival location is at The Salt Lick BBQ Pavilion & Camp Ben McCulloch, located in Driftwood on Farm Road 1826, just SW of Austin and SE of Dripping Springs.
- Peddler Show - The Perfect Street of Shops tailor-made for you! Revive your senses with a quality array of chic fashions, stylish home furnishings, fashionable jewelry, bath and body delights, personalized items, fragrant candles, tasty treats, and so much more. Fredericksburg.
- REAL Antiques Show - Something for everyone in this "just in time for Christmas" antiques show. Estate jewelry, china/glass, fabulous country furniture and accessories, Victorian oak, textiles and quilts, architectural, gardening and shabby chic for your decorating fun. Fredericksburg.
- Renewable Energy Roundup & Green Living Fair - Will feature technologies, techniques, and lifestyles in renewable energy, green and sustainable building, and organic and sustainable gardening and farming. Fredericksburg.
- Second Saturday Art Trail - The art trail begins downtown winding its way west on Hwy. 27 to Ingram. Artists reception at designated galleries. Door prizes may be won by a visitor collecting eight stamps on a "passport" as they visit the participating galleries. Maps available at the galleries. Visit the thirteen galleries displaying the orange "Art in the Hills" banner. Kerrville.
- Texas Association of Fairs & Events - It takes a place as big as the Lone Star State to hold the year-round fun and excitement offered by more than 100 great fairs and festivals. Fredericksburg.
- Texas Mesquite Art Festival & Show - Largest collection of mesquite art in the world. Juried show represents the "best" artists as well as beginning craftsmen. Fredericksburg.
-Texas State Arts & Crafts Fair. Deep in the "Art of Texas." 180 Texas artists display their works, demonstrations, and old time crafts. Texas music, food, children's activities, and more. Kerrville.
- Weihnachten in Fredericksburg - A Christmas Festival & Market - Christmas evening parade Friday. Continuous live entertainment - seasonal music and dance. Christmas tree forest. Christmas market. Gingerbread house display and contest. Celebration of lights. Children's area. Santa's workshop. Photos with Santa. Holiday refreshments. Authentic German food. Fredericksburg.

Places of Interest

- Cibolo Nature Center - Is for field trips, family outings, and private moments. Enjoy one hundred acres of protected lands in the Texas Hill Country. Four distinct ecosystems. Trails and streams and quiet groves. A place where nature can have its way. A place where we can watch and learn. Boerne.
- Enchanted Rock State Natural Area - Primitive backpacking, camping, hiking, technical and rock climbing, picnicking, geological study, bird watching, and star gazing (minimal light pollution). Remember, at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, do not disturb plant or animal life, geological features, or Indian or historical artifacts. Fredericksburg.
- Frio Canyon Motorcycle Stop - A comfortable place for motorcycle enthusiasts. Centered in the best riding area in the Texas Hill Country and gateway to the Three Sisters Loop, Highways 336, 337, and 335. Not limited to motorcycles, they welcome all tourists, bicyclists, car clubs, etc. Leakey.
- Guadalupe River/Canyon Lake/New Braunfels - River flow, coupons, fun stuff, area accommodations, campgrounds, parks, attractions, fishing, and boating. You can float the river, party, fish, camp, shop, or just soak up some rays.
- Kerrville Downtown - Featuring Hill Country history, culture, and recreation. Shopping, restaurants, bed and breakfasts, and museums. Kerrville.
- Kerrville-Schreiner Park - A 517.2-acre area along the Guadalupe River. Activities to be enjoyed include boating, fishing, camping, picnicking, unsupervised swimming in the river, bird watching, hiking, walking, and cycling. Kerrville.
- Landa Park - Located near downtown, is a city park comprising 196 acres. Comal Springs and fourteen-acre Landa Lake are part of the park. New Braunfels.
- Natural Bridge Caverns - Offers guided tours through a large system of underground chambers. See spectacular formations in an hour-and-fifteen minute tour. New Braunfels.
- Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch - Visit Africa ­ in the picturesque Texas Hill Country. Home to over 50 species of animals from all over the world. New Braunfels.
- Pedernales Falls State Park - Activities include camping, picnicking, hiking, river swimming, tubing, wading, mountain biking, fishing, bird watching (checklist available), and horseback riding. (Customers must bring their own horses and no overnight equestrian camping is allowed.) River recreation is in a limited area beginning at the Youth Group Camping area and down river to the park boundary. Johnson City.
- Riverside Nature Center - Discover the native beauty of the Texas Hill Country. Learn about hundreds of unique, Hill Country plants, birds and other wildlife. Explore a vibrant part of the Texas landscape. Kerrville.
- Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort, Consistently named the #1 waterpark in the U. S. New Braunfels.

Media:

Newspapers

- Fredericksburg Standard / Radio Post - A community newspaper for the town of Fredericksburg, Texas and the surrounding area, including towns of Stonewall, Doss, Willow City, Harper, along with Gillespie County.
- Kerrville Daily Times - Serving the Texas Hill Country since 1926.

Magazines

- Hill Country SUN - A complimentary, monthly magazine devoted to the interesting people, places and events in the scenic Central Texas Hill Country. Artists, musicians, parks, activities, and several pages of calendar events. Pick up your copy at one of more than 300 locations in the Hill Country, including shops, restaurants, motels, parks, and visitor centers from Burnet to Utopia, from Austin to San Antonio, and just about every place in between. Wimberley.
- Texas Hill Country Magazine - A world-class magazine that highlights the best features and natural wonders of the Texas Hill Country. Burnet.

Radio Stations, FM & AM

- 88.3 KPAC - Texas Public Radio. San Antonio.
- 89.1 KSTX - Texas Public Radio. San Antonio.
- 90.1 KSYM San Antonio's Only Alternative - Adult Album Alternative weekdays. Third Coast in the late afternoon. Alt Rock and Specialty at night. San Antonio.
- 90.1 KTXI - Texas Public Radio. Ingram (west of Kerrville).
- 91.7 KOOP / KVRX - KOOP is a community radio station owned and operated by its members. Any member of the community can apply to produce a radio program, and KOOP provides facilities and training. KOOP has about 60 different locally-produced programs airing every week. We share the 91.7 frequency with KVRX the University of Texas student radio station. So, it's KOOP during the day and KVRX at night. Austin.
- 92.1 KNBT Radio New Braunfels - The #1 radio station for Americana Music. New Braunfels.
- 92.3 KRNH The Ranch - News, weather, sports, contests, Hill Country Happenin's & much more. Kerrville.
- 92.5 KBAY Real Country K-Bay - Plays the great songs of today, yesterday, and the classics. Marble Falls.
- 92.5 KRPT The Outlaw - San Antonio's only Texas Music station. San Antonio.
- 93.5 KOOK Revolution FM - Texas Music. Junction.
- 94.3 KRVL Revolution FM - Texas Music. Kerrville.
- 97.3 KAJA KJ-97 - San Antonio's Country station. San Antonio.
- 98.1 KVET - Live music, genuine Austin originals, Free Texas Music Series, anything that has to do with good Country Music and cool people. Austin.
- 102.3 KUVA UvaldeRadio - Playing a mix of Tejano Mainstream, Norteno y, and Regional Mex; and up-to-date local news and events in the area. Uvalde - (west of Hondo).
- 103.1 KEEP Texas Rebel Radio - The place where the music matters. Fredericksburg.
- 104.9 KVOU Today's Best Country - Westwood One's Country format, and hourly local news and weather as well as national news. Uvalde (west of Hondo).
- 105.7 KNAF The Deuce - Country is our game. Fredericksburg.
- 106.9 KHLB Hot Country for the Hill Country - We have our finger on the pulse of what's hot in Country Music, and we bring it to you 24-7. Marble Falls.
- 107.9 KFAN Texas Rebel Radio - The place where the music matters. Fredericksburg.

- 910 KNAF AM Country - The voice of the Texas Hills. Fredericksburg.
- 1230 KERV Revolution FM - Texas Talk and Smooth Jazz. Kerrville.
- 1340 KBAY Real Country K-Bay - Plays the great songs of today, yesterday, and the classics. Marble Falls.
- 1400 KVOU - Adult Standard format, and hourly local news and weather as well as national news. Uvalde (west of Hondo).
- 1450 KMBL Revolution FM - Classic Country. Junction.

TV Stations

- KLRN channel 9 and DT 9.1 - Licensed to the Alamo Public Telecommunications Council (APTC). Provides public television services for a 30 county region in South and Central Texas. San Antonio.
- KVHC channel 15 - Covers more local sports, news, political, and special events than any other station... period. Kerrville.
- Time Warner Cable - The cable TV leader in Central Texas, providing quality programming to nearly 330,000 customers in 40 communities. Time Warner cable service, including Digital Cable, which offers over 300 channels and stunningly clear pictures. Road Runner high-speed online service for home and business. iCONTROL Video ON Demand, the latest way to order movies any time you want, without a trip to the video store. News 8 Austin, Austin's own 24-hour local news station - winner of the Houston Press Club's "Best Newscast in Texas" for 2001. Austin.
- Tri-C Satellite TV - The Hill Country's Best Choice for Digital Satellite Television. Kerrville.

Cities / Towns

- Albert - The small town sits adjacent to the ever flowing Williams Creek and provides 13 acres of grass lands with abundant pecan trees and a vast array of native wildflowers. (east of Fredericksburg).
- Bandera Convention and Visitors Bureau - Situated in one of the naturally beautiful areas of Texas, Bandera County beckons visitors to share a taste of the Old West set against a backdrop of the spectacular scenery of the Texas Hill Country.
- Bastrop Chamber of Commerce - The number of buildings listed in the National Register of Historic Places recently earned Bastrop the title "Most Historic Small Town in Texas."
- Bergheim - (northeast of Boerne).
- Blanco Chamber of Commerce - Is truly a place to experience...
- Boerne Chamber of Commerce - Beautiful landscapes, an ideal climate, a thriving local economy, and proximity to San Antonio combine to make Boerne a prime spot.
- Boerne Convention and Visitors Bureau - Offers all kinds of cool stuff.
- Boerne Official City Website - 154 years of Texas history.
- Buchanan Dam - (east of Llano).
- Buda Chamber of Commerce - A relaxing, friendly town and a great place to live, work, and visit. Folks enjoy the advantages of nearby Austin, while celebrating the tranquility and high quality of life of a small hometown.
- Bulverde Official City Website - "Front Porch of the Texas Hill Country."
- Bulverde / Spring Branch Chamber of Commerce - (north of San Antonio).
- Burnet Chamber of Commerce - The bluebonnet capital and the best kept secret. Site provides links to area businesses, events, lodging, recreation, demographics, schools, and more.
- Camp Wood - Located in Real county on the western edge of the Texas Hill Country in the Nueces River Canyon.
- Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce - Canyon Lake and the Guadalupe River are the heart and soul of the Texas Hill Country.
- Castell - (west of Llano).
- Castroville - The "Little Alsace of Texas" is not only a wonderful place to live, but an excellent weekend getaway. The scenic setting of a multitude of historic homes and other historic sites.
- Center Point - (southeast of Kerrville).
- Comfort Chamber of Commerce - Star of the Texas Hill Country. You'll find yourself gradually relaxing as you approach our little "Haven in the Hills" nestled in this pastoral valley only minutes away from the bustle of San Antonio. It's easy to forget how close the city is when you get settled and begin the adventure.
- Concan - (southwest of Kerrville).
- Cypress Mill - (between Marble Falls and Johnson City).
- Doss - (northwest of Fredericksburg).
- Driftwood - (northwest of San Marcos).
- Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce - Offers the perfect blend of hill country beauty, heritage, and good old-fashioned hospitality.
- Fair Oaks - (southeast of Boerne).
- Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce, Convention & Visitor Bureau, & Economic Development Commission - One of the most popular destinations in Texas for Texans. This on line guide provides links to lodging services including bed and breakfasts, motels, guest houses, camp grounds, and RV parks. Also dining services and restaurants, real estate, wedding services, golf, events, shopping, attractions, and historical attractions.
- Fredericksburg Official City Website - A city of beauty and charm.
- Fredericksburg Detailed Profile - Relocation, real estate, travel, jobs, hotels, hospitals, schools, crime.
- Freiheit - (northeast of New Braunfels).
- Georgetown Official City Website - A community that values the personal touch and intimate quality of life. You will see this in the friendliness of its people and its abundance of natural beauty.
- Granite Shoals Official City Website - Surrounded by beautiful Lake LBJ, has 19 parks for family use and boat ramps for fishing, and a newly renovated community center. Enjoy lakeside dining, live entertainment, lodging, jet skiing, boating, and more.
- Gruene - (near New Braunfels) - Gently resisting change since 1872.
- Harper - (west of Fredericksburg).
- Helotes - (northwest of San Antonio).
- Hondo Chamber of Commerce - History, happenings, and information.
- Hondo Official City Website - In the midst of some of the most beautiful vacation and leisure settings in Texas, within close proximity to many top recreation sites, such as Garner State Park.
- Hunt - (west of Kerrville).
- Hunter - (between San Marcos and New Braunfels).
- Ingram - (west of Kerrville).
- Johnson City Chamber of Commerce and Tourism & Visitor Center - LBJ Country (Lyndon Baines Johnson), in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, visit and stay awhile.
- Junction & Kimble County Chamber of Commerce - Has hundreds of natural springs which feed the North Llano and South Llano Rivers that come together to form the Llano River. Here the water runs cool and clear making this the "Land of the Living Waters."
- Kerrville Chamber of Commerce - Information about our community, our businesses, local attractions, and upcoming events.
- Kerrville Convention and Visitors Bureau - A Hill Country paradise. The accommodations are first-rate, the scenery is majestic, and the people are friendly. Located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, where sparkling spring fed creeks meander through the rugged terrain and rolling hills of the Guadalupe River Valley.
- Kerrville Official City Website - Located in the heart of Texas.
- Kerrville Detailed Profile - Relocation, real estate, travel, jobs, hotels, hospitals, schools, crime.
- Kingsland Chamber of Commerce - "Where the rivers flow and the Bluebonnets grow." At the confluence of the Llano and Colorado Rivers lies a quiet, laid-back, and Texas friendly community.
- Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce - Serving the cities and areas of Bee Cave, Briarcliff, Four Points, The Hills, Hudson Bend, Lakeway, and Spicewood.
- Lampasas Chamber of Commerce - Lampasas is the perfect setting for a day, a weekend, a vacation, or an entire lifetime of natural and historic beauty, and unsurpassed friendliness.
- Lampasas Official City Website - The "best of both worlds," offers all the benefits and warmth of small town living, plus the added advantage of quick access to major metropolitan areas. In addition, many people are attracted to this area because of its central location and excellent transportation network, low business costs, quality of life, abundant water, low taxes, and low cost of living.
- Leakey - (southwest of Kerrville).
- Leander Chamber of Commerce - Lies within the heart of Central Texas and at the edge of the Texas Hill Country just northwest of Austin. An excellent school system, affordable living, progressive government, and the close proximity to a variety of employment options are a few of the valuable attributes to the community.
- Llano Chamber of Commerce - With the abundance of wild flowers in the spring, nearby lakes and the beautiful Llano River visitors and residents alike are offered an exciting variety of recreational opportunities.
- London - (northeast of Junction).
- Luckenbach - Everybody's somebody in Luckenbach.
- Medina - The Apple Capital of Texas. (northwest of Bandera).
- Marble Falls / Lake LBJ Chamber of Commerce - The Highland Lakes in the Central Texas Hill Country is the place to come, for a weekend or a Lifetime. Links to local businesses, upcoming events, real estate, shopping, and more.
- Mountain Home - (west of Kerrville).
- New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce - Over flowing with old world heritage and small town charm. Stroll in to our city with a walking tour, take in our great museums, historic districts, and performing arts. Enjoy family fun at the country's number one waterpark, Schlitterbahn, with 65 acres of family fun and folks can bring their own picnic. Float our two clear, clean rivers. See the largest caverns in Texas at Natural Bridge Caverns and family safari next door at Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch. Ride the miniature train in the most beautiful walking arboretum, Landa Park. Enjoy our nationally registered Historic District of Gruene, featuring wine tasting, shopping, dining, dancing, and B&B's.
- New Braunfels Official City Website - (northeast of San Antonio).
- Pipe Creek - (east of Bandera).
- Sabinal Chamber of Commerce - An ideal place to live, work, and enjoy life! We have clean air, clean rivers and good neighbors. Considered the Southwestern Gateway to the Texas Hill Country.
- San Marcos Convention & Visitor's Bureau - Take a rustic journey. Surround yourself with the beauty of nature. Indulge in the splendors of the Texas Hill Country. San Marcos offers visitors the excitement and recreation of a natural adventure, but still provides the peace and tranquility to let you sit back, relax, and escape from it all.
- San Marcos Official City Website - Located between the State Capitol of Austin and the Alamo City of San Antonio, the "Jewel of the Corridor" is home to Texas State University and the best outlet mall shopping in the southwest.
- San Saba County Chamber of Commerce - Widely known as the pecan capital of the world. (west of Lampasas)
- Segovia - (southeast of Junction).
- Sisterdale - (north of Boerne).
- Spicewood - (southeast of Marble Falls).
- Spring Branch - (northwest of Canyon Lake).
- Stonewall - Named for the famous Confederate general, "Stonewall" Jackson, the town, founded in 1860, lies in the beautiful Pedernales River Valley that runs through the Texas Hill Country. Visitors can enjoy beautiful scenery in every season, including wonderful views of wildflowers, and peach blossoms in the Spring. Agriculture still plays an important part in the area. Grape growing and wine making are growing industries.
- Tarpley - (southwest of Bandera).
- Tow - (northeast of Llano).
- Utopia - (north of Sabinal).
- Uvalde - (west of Hondo).
- Vanderpool - (north of Utopia).
- Willow City - (northeast of Fredericksburg).
- Wimberley Chamber of Commerce - Welcome to the magic of the Texas Hill Country. Wimberley was designated one of "America's Ten Best Small Towns" by Travel Holiday Magazine.