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Top Things to Do: Central Texas & The Hill Country Edition
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items Born and raised here, these are My top picks for things to do, eats, drinks and treats in central Texas and the Hill Country!
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Outdoor Activities
Other Food & Drinks
Arts & Entertainment
Local Favorites
Restaurants
Tried and true Hill Country BBQ! Don’t miss this Texas classic when visiting the area. I worked at the Salt Lick as a teen and still enjoy dinning there with my family!
The Salt Lick BBQ
A local favorite! You won’t be disappointed visiting this eatery for dinner and drinks and on weekends they have live music.
Hays City Store & Ice House
The food and drinks are delicious! Some friends and I went for lunch/shopping one day and had a blast!
CreekHouse Kitchen & Bar - Downtown Wimberley, Wimberley, TX
Esther’s has the BEST food and drinks! Their margaritas are my number one pick. If you eat there during happy hour you can get their loaded nachos for $5!!
Esther's Tex Mex - Restaurant Reviews - Yelp
Spicy Bite has some of the crunchiest tacos and the best breakfast tacos. The chicken tortilla soup is a full-on experience. 🌶️
Spicy Bite
Close and casual. My family has been eating at this Mexican cantina for decades. The margs and fajitas are top notch. Enjoy!
Texican Cafe
If you need a fancy dinner this one hits the spot. The grounds are beautiful and perfect for a date-night, girl’s lunch or rehearsal dinner!
Trattoria Lisina by Damian & Trina Mandola - Trattoria Lisina by ...
Outdoor Activities
We love this park because the kids can play on the big playground and I can walk the walking trail.
Buda Amphitheater & City Park
My kids love Wonder World Cave! We’ve been going for years and it’s always a fun adventure. You’ll climb steps into the underground system and hear the history of the cave from a guide. There is a cute gift shop and across the drive way you can take ...
Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park
Trails, camping, swimming and fishing. I've been visiting this park since I was a kid.
Camp Ben Mc Culloch
Find fresh eggs, produce, hand made goods and honey!
Budaful Farmers' Market
Beautiful hiking, camping and secnic look outs at this classic outdoor adventure.
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area - Texas Parks and Wildlife
Fun & free local Kyle park. The pool costs a nominal fee to enter but it has a great splash pad and lap lanes.
Gregg-Clarke Park
We've visited these gardens for 20 years! Great for a day out, picnic and photo-ops!
Zilker Botanical Garden
Other Food & Drinks
Nate’s has the friendliest bar tenders and the best Old Fashions! Sit inside for a more intimate mood or out on the patio at the fire pit with multiple nights of live music. I’ve been to Nate’s for a work “choir practice” and for a date-night with th...
Nate's Coffee & Cocktails
Whether it’s for a work party or an after party, check out Buck’s in Buda! The drinks are great and there’s always live music.
Buck's Backyard
Welcome to Buda’s old fashion soda shop! They have some of the best treat and eats. You can even get gluten free items from their pastry case, made fresh from a local vendor.
Welcome - Buda Drug Store and Soda Fountain - Your Local Buda ...
This is my father’s favorite winery in the hill country so of course he started taking me when I was in my 20’s. Beautiful grounds and friendly staff!
Grape Creek Vineyards: Heath Family Brands
My husband and I visited this winery on an anniversary trip! We love supporting local wines and vineyards.
Messina Hof Winery – Award-winning Texas wine since 1977.
Arts & Entertainment
You can’t visit the hill country without stopping by legendary Gruene Hall for some drinks, live music and bootscootin’ boogie! Don’t miss this Texas treasure.
Gruene Hall
Local Favorites
Hands down my all-time favorite boutique! I never leave without finding something to add to my wardrobe. They have the cutest, trendiest styles and amazing prices! Go check them out!
The Wildflower