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Links for things to do and see in and around Fredericksburg, Texas
Please come stay with us at the Frontier
Inn Motel & RV Park when you are visiting Fredericksburg, Texas or visit
our sister site at the Miller Inn.
Admiral
Nimitz Museum
 | Admiral Nimitz Museum State Historic Site -
National Museum of the Pacific War: The only institution in the continental
US dedicated exclusively to telling the story of Fleet Admiral
Chester W. Nimitz and World War II in the Pacific Theater. Located on a
seven-acre site, the Center includes The National Museum of the Pacific War
George Bush Gallery, the Japanese Garden of Peace, the History Walk of the
Pacific War, the Plaza of the Presidents, the Surface Warfare Plaza, the
Memorial and Victory Walls, the Veterans Walk of Honor and the Center for
Pacific War Studies. Also see the George Bush Gallery of the National
Museum of the Pacific War. |
Animals in
Fredericksburg
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Someday
Farms - Whether you are looking
for a long-term investment or just a pet, Someday Farms can provide you
excellent breeding stock or just that loveable pet. (830)997-5635 |
Antiques
in Fredericksburg
| List of Antique shops in
Fredericksburg. |
| Christmas
in Fredericksburg - REAL Antiques Show & Sale - at the Gillespie
County Fairgrounds - An exceptional show in one of
America's favorite historic towns. 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.
More than 60 exhibitors in 2 buildings. Free Parking Admission $4.00 -
Good for Return Visits Either Days. Children Under 12 Free. |
Arts and Crafts
| Arts
and Crafts by Buckskin Bunny - specializing in dreamcatchers, animal
print mandellas, hand painted southwest/western/Texas artwork on buckskin,
cowboy hat bands, signs and other crafts. All handmade using mostly natural
colors and products such as vines, sinew, horse hair,
feathers, buckskin, beads, rabbit fur, leather and
suede lace. Designed and created by Buckskin Bunny. |
| Fredericksburg
Art Gallery - Specializing in
Original Art by Renowned Award Winning Texas Artists. Located at 314
East Main, Fredericksburg, (830) 990-2707. |
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Fredericksburg
Trade Days at Sunday Farms! Shop with over 300 Vendors! You will find Antiques, Collectables, Tools,
Texas Primitives, Crafts, Shabby Chic, Ranch
Furniture, and so much more! Open for shopping the 3rd weekend of
every month, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday - 9 am until 6 pm Friday and
Saturday & 9 am until 4 pm Sunday. |
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Heavy
Accents - Featuring hand crafted furniture, accessories, jewelry,
pottery and folk art from around the world including masks, textiles,
baskets and fetishes. Located at 329 E. Main Street, Fredericksburg,
TX, in the historic Mathisen Blacksmith shop. |
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National
Center for American Western Art - Home of the Cowboy Artists of America
Museum. Located at 1550 Bandera Highway in Kerrville, (830)896-2553. |
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Whistle
Pik Galleries - Indulge yourself in the very finest in traditional
painting and sculpture, featuring nationally acclaimed and regional artists
from the Texas Hill Country and around the world. Located 425 E. Main
Street in Fredericksburg, (830)990-8151 or (800)999-0820. |
Athletic
Club
|
Fredericksburg Athletic Club.
Located at 1412 A East Main Street in Fredericksburg, (830)990-0017. |
Bats in
Fredericksburg??
Beer Brewing
| Fredericksburg
Brewing Company - In the heart of the historic downtown, shopping
district. Upon entering the restaurant, the brewing equipment, of
course, will be the first thing to catch your eye. We want our
establishment to be "Your Brewery", where you can relax, meet your
friends and even spend the night. Full menu from Caesar Salads to
Certified Angus Beef and everything in between.
Located at 245 Main St., (830) 997-1646. |
Berry Picking
Biking
| Texas
Hell Week is as common to Spring as are
daffodils and wildflowers. Nicknamed "The Rides of March," HWTX
features 8 days of incredible riding and stunning scenery in Texas Hill
Country. This event is being held March 12-19, 2005. Stay
at the Frontier Inn for the entire week and receive a 10% discount.
Call early for reservations! |
Butterfly
Farm
| Fredericksburg
Butterfly Ranch & Habitat:
An educational experience enjoyed by children
and adults, this active working butterfly ranch specializing in Monarch and
native butterflies is located in the historic Loeffler-Weber House, built in
1846, and on the adjacent grounds. Witness the beginning of the butterfly
life cycle as butterflies lay eggs on larval plants in the brood cages.
Visit the green house that is used to raise butterflies from eggs. A nature
gift shop is stocked with items relating to butterflies. Special order
butterflies for release at your next special event or an upcoming wedding!
Located at 508
West Main Street, (830)990-0735. |
Carriage Rides
| Fredericksburg Carriage Company. See
historic Fredericksburg by horse-drawn carriage on Friday and Saturday evenings
(depending on the weather). Summer hours are 7:00 p.m. until late evening, while
winter hours are 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The carriage can normally be found
waiting near the Altdorf Restaurant right off of Main Street. Customized rides
available for all occasions. For reservations and more information, call
(830)868-4144. |
Chamber
of Commerce
| This site lists everything about
Fredericksburg including places to eat, things to do and see, business
listings, schools, churches, events, etc. Many links are listed on this
web page. The Frontier Inn Motel and RV Park is a proud member of the
Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce. Call (830)997-6523 or (888)997-3600. |
Chocolate
| Quintessential
Chocolates is like no other company! No one else in the country creates
liquid center chocolates using this European confectionery art form. These
premium candies are second to none, and make wonderful gifts. Choose from a
variety of flavors for your delicious treat. Located at 330 West Main, (800)
842-3382 or (830) 990-9382. |
Christmas
Lights
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More that 100 shops vie for
your attention with antiques, collectibles, food, wine, and crafts. A
highlight of the season is the Christmas tree lighting at the Lyndon B.
Johnson State Historical Park December 21 at dusk. The park is 16 miles east
of Fredericksburg off Hwy 290 in the town of Stonewall. Lady Bird Johnson
and family members arrive at dusk to light the native cedar tree. Carolers,
a live nativity, Santa Claus, food, and a nighttime tour of the LBJ Ranch
are part of the evening's festivities. Call the Chamber
of Commerce at (830)997-6523 for more information. |
Clipart
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Some of the clipart on this website is from Pleasure Gait Farms http://foxtrotters.tripod.com.
Visit their website to view clipart including horses, cowboys, and more.
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Country
Peddler Show
Cowboy Action
Shooting
Enchanted
Rock
| Visitors can enjoy 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. These park resources are protected by law! Bring your
own firewood. Rock climbers must check in at headquarters; route maps and
climbing rules available. Visit their website for more information. |
Events
Calendar
Fudge
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Fredericksburg
Fudge - the crème de la crème of confectionery fudge. Located at
105 N. Llano, Fredericksburg, (800)369-9203 or (830)997-0533. |
Gift
Shops
Gillespie
County Fair Grounds Events
Golf
| Lady
Bird Johnson Golf Course -
Beautiful championship golf course, open seven days a week. Located 3 miles
south on Texas Highway 16, (800)950-8147. |
| Miniature Golf Course --- Fun for kids and
adults alike! DDD Adventure Golf has opened in Fredericksburg at 714 South
Washington Street (Highway 87 South). Hours are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Mondays
through Saturdays and 12 noon to 10 p.m. on Sundays. For more information,
call (830)997-3533. The entire course is handicapped accessible. |
Gun & Knife Show
Horse Stuff
| Horse
arts and crafts by Buckskin Bunny - Hand painted horse artwork and other
crafts. All handmade using mostly natural
color and products such as vines, sinew, horse hair,
feathers, buckskin, beads, rabbit fur, leather and
suede lace. Designed and created by Buckskin Bunny. |
| Horse
Boarding. The new T Bar T Stables, located in Leander,
Texas is a full care boarding facility with a covered arena, outdoor arena, round pen,
30 acres to ride
around on, wash racks, party barn and much more. Contact Tami at tbartstables@gmail.com
- 512-259-3009 |
| Link to the Gillespie County Fair Grounds
horse racing website. |
| The Hill Country Horse Club - (830)997-8994. |
| The
Horse Connection: Riding lessons for people of all ages! Carriage
Rides, Parties, and lots of fun events - (830)685-3454. |
| Horse
Racing at the Gillespie County Fairgrounds - Racing weekends include
dancing, entertainment, a variety of food and drink. The Gillespie
County Fairgrounds is located 2 miles south of Fredericksburg on Texas
Highway 16 South. |
| Horseback Riding:
| Fredericksburg Western Adventures -
Guided trail rides and camera tours.
830-644-2770 |
| Oak Hollow Farms - Nancy
Tatum, 100 Southwoods Drive, Fredericksburg, TX 78624 - Equitation,
hunters, jumpers. Lessons, boarding, training - (830)997-0925. |
| Inquire at the Yellow Rose Carriage
Tours & Gift & Coffee Shop - 502 E. Main St. and N. Elk St.
in Fredericksburg - (830)997-5634. |
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Herb
Farm
| Fredericksburg
Herb Farm - Beautiful
organic herb gardens, a celebration of scent and color. The Herb Farm also
has a tearoom, candle shop, day spa, and retail area along with the herb
gardens. Located at 402 Whitney Street (6 blocks off W. Main), (830)997-8615. |
Hospital
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Hill
Country Memorial Hospital - Located on Texas Highway 16 South in
Fredericksburg, the facility is open 24 hours a day to serve the needs of
area residents. Included in the system are the hospital, a wellness
center, a community services component and a medical office building. |
Hot
Air Balloon Tour
| Hill
Country Balloon Adventures - See and experience the Texas Hill
Country in a way few have --- floating above sparkling streams, beautiful
valleys and bold rock formations. Sunrise is the hot air balloonist's
paradise. Everyone gathers in anticipation of the adventure to unfold. Watch
the ribbons of fabric come to life as the hot air balloon is inflated, and
you climb aboard for a trip to remember forever! Fee. Flights seven days a
week, weather permitting. Call for reservations at (830)990-2879 or toll-free (866)3-HOT-AIR. |
Kerrville
Folk Festival
| The nation's foremost songwriters.
Featuring over 100 songwriters and their bands. 18 days of concerts, arts
& crafts, kids concerts, food and camping. Gates open at 1pm on the 22nd
and will remain open 24 hours. Quiet Valley Ranch, 9mi south on Hwy 16. (800)435-8429. |
Lyndon
B. Johnson
State Park
| Visitors to the
LBJ State Park can enjoy historical study, picnicking, nature study, fishing, and
view Texas
longhorn cattle. The abundant wildlife of the Hill Country is highlighted by
enclosures containing buffalo, longhorn, and white-tailed deer. These animals
have played a part in the park's history and the local wildlife continues to be
an important attraction for visitors. The park is famous for its spring
wildflower display. |
| LBJ Ranch Bus Tour - Visit the Texas White
House, LBJ Birthplace, cemetery and ranch. Call (830)868-7128 x231 for
reservations. |
| Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm - Visit
a living history farmstead of the pioneers and see how a family of a century
ago lived - learn about sausage making, sheep shearing, canning, and much
more! |
Lady Bird Johnson
Municipal Park
| Click here for a link to the Lady
Bird Johnson Municipal Park which lists information about baseball, basketball, fishing,
golf, hiking, swimming, tennis and volleyball. |
Luckenback
| Luckenbach consists of almost ten acres
between South Grape Creek and Snail Creek. |
| Today, Luckenbach is still a social center.
Many consider the Luckenbach Dance Hall the
"Best Dancehall in Texas" and the Luckenbach bar has more soul
per square inch than any other, anywhere. |
| Not only can you rent the world famous
Luckenbach Dancehall, you can rent the whole dang place! All ten magnificent
acres! From weddings, receptions, birthdays, anniversaries, business
meetings, family reunions, graduations and surprise parties...the Luckenbach
Dancehall is ideal for social gatherings of any kind. |
Massages and Spas
| European
Day Spa offers Swedish Massage, Chiromassage, Deep Tissue Massage,
Reiki, Trigger Point Therapy, Acupressure, European Facials, Bio-lift Facial
Series, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Glycolic Peels, Spa Manicure, Spa
Pedicure, Hand/Foot Peels, Hand/Foot Wraps, Reflexology, Thalassotherapy,
Body Wraps, Aromatherapy, Ear Candling, and Permanent Make Up. Located at
901 N Llano in Fredericksburg, (877)997-5267. |
| Quiet
Haus - Nestled among the vast array of herbs and beautiful gardens at
Fredericksburg Herb Farm, stands the quaint and charming Quiet Haus aroma therapeutic
day spa. Located at 402 Whitney in Fredericksburg, (830)997-8615 or (800)259-4372. |
| A
Serenity Day Spa - Relax and
Rejuvenate. Exercise classes and full spa services. Call (830)990-1126 for
an appointment or for more details of services offered. |
| Lucy Sim Massage Therapist - (830)997-7006. |
| Tranquil
Pastures Day Spa - 1311 N. Milam in Fredericksburg, (830)992-2993 or
(877)992-2993 |
Mesquite
Art Festival
| The Mesquite
Art Festival is the 2nd weekend in October. Largest collection of mesquite art in the
world. Juried show represents the "best"
artists as well as beginning craftsmen. One of the top three festivals in
Fredericksburg. |
More
Things to Do
Motorcycle Events
Museums & Such
| Admiral Nimitz Museum State Historic Site -
National Museum of the Pacific War |
| Bauer Toy Museum - Toy
soldiers, fire trucks, airplane replicas, character and smaller toys recall
bygone days. Also included is a handcrafted village with toy automobiles and
trains and a 35-ft. long diorama depicting Charles Dickens' "A
Christmas Carol." Open Wed. - Mon. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., (winter hours may
vary). Located at 233 E. Main St. |
| Fort
Martin Scott - this frontier Army post was one of Texas' first forts and
saw active duty from 1848. Open Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.,
1853.1606
East Main Street, (830)997-9895 |
| Gish's
Old West Museum - A must-see for Old West enthusiasts, a personal
collection featuring authentic relics of the Old West. Drop by or call for
an appointment. 502 North Milam, (830)997-2794. Visit this website
about the Gish's museum
written by Curt Rich. |
| Pioneer
Museum. This
museum contains superb examples of early German structures and artifacts.
Open to the public seven days a week. Prior arrangements required for
special tours of historic homes and sites owned by the Gillespie County
Historical Society. Located at 309 W. Main Street, (830)997-2835 |
| Sauer-Beckmann Living
History Farm - Visit a living history farmstead of the pioneers and
see how a family of a century ago lived. Learn about sausage making,
sheep shearing, canning, and much more! Located at LBJ State Park, (830)644-2252 |
| Vereins Kirche Museum
- This unique building is a well-known landmark of the City of
Fredericksburg. Located in the center of Marktplatz, downtown Main Street,
(830)997-2835 |
Music
| Kerrville
Folk Festival |
| Mike
Blakely - Mike is a favorite of ours and he is out of Marble Falls,
Texas. He is a cowboy musician, songwriter and novelist. |
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Western
Swing Music - If you like the on-hold music at the Frontier
Inn, then you will like Craig
Chambers: One of the last of the singin' cowboys, continuing to bring
new songs and a fresh approach to Western Swing music and Cowboy
songs.
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Oktoberfest
| Fredericksburg celebrates its German heritage through Oktoberfest. Oompah at its
best. German music, food and drink, arts and crafts, children's area and
family fun. Held the first weekend in October. |
Opa's
Smoked Meats
| Opa's
Smoked Meats - located at 410 South Washington in
Fredericksburg, TX 78624
(830) 997-3358 or (800)543-6750. Open
Monday - Friday 8:00-5:30,
Saturday 8:00-4:00, closed Sundays. They have a deli and
will make you a great sandwich or you can pick out your special meats to
go. Retail, wholesale and party trays. |
Peach Farms -
places you can go to pick peaches (and other fruits and vegetables): Click
here for a complete list of orchards/stands and a map.
Pow Wow's
| Annual
Fredericksburg Inter-Tribal Pow Wow - Second Weekend in May. |
| Arts and
Crafts by Buckskin Bunny - Native American Indian Dreamcatchers,
Mandelas, hand painted artwork, and other crafts. All handmade using mostly natural
color and products such as vines, sinew, horse hair,
feathers, buckskin, beads, rabbit fur, leather and
suede lace. Designed and created by Buckskin Bunny. |
Ranches
| Round Up at Heard Ranch - Located at Tivydale Road
(830)997-7217. Watch as the ranch
cowboys round up and work cattle including a Bar-b-que meal with fee. |
Restaurants
| Fredericksburg has many restaurant.
Here is a link to a listing
of Restaurants from the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce.
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| Some of my personal favorite places to eat:
| Home Style Cooking: Andy's Steak &
Seafood Grill, 413 S. Washington, (830)997-3744. |
| Great Mexican: El Gallo, Hwy. 290
W. (go about 8 miles west past the Frontier Inn and RV Park,
(830)669-2406. |
| Great German Food: Friedhelm's Bavarian
Inn, 905 W. Main, (830)997-6300. |
| BEST Hamburgers in Town. Get
their early cuz they sell out: Porky's Hamburger & Onion Rings, 904
W. Main St., (830)997-6882. |
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| Fredericksburg
Texas Restaurants |
| More
Restaurants from DiscoverOurTown.com |
Sauerkrauts
Show
| Sauerkrauts
Show at the Fredericksburg
Brewing Company - Oompah with Attitude, singing, dancing,
traditional alpine music and instruments. Show times are most Wednesdays through
Saturdays, call for times and dates or tour bus information. Located
at 245 East Main Street, (830)990-5032 or (877)990-5032. |
Shopping
| Arts and
Crafts by Buckskin Bunny - Dreamcatchers, Mandelas, hand painted
artwork, and other crafts. All handmade using mostly natural
color and products such as vines, sinew, horse hair,
feathers, buckskin, beads, rabbit fur, leather and
suede lace. Designed and created by Buckskin Bunny. |
| Fredericksburg offers a unique and quaint
shops for a superior shopping
experience. You will find something for every taste.
Friendly shopkeepers welcome you to stores filled with antiques, gifts,
fashion, food, books, wines, specialty items, furniture and more. The emphasis is on originality
and one-of- a-kind pieces. Main street is only the beginning. Down
side streets and throughout town you'll discover your own favorite shops. |
| Click here for More
Shopping Links |
| Fischer
& Wieser Specialty Foods is known as the makers of over 50 varieties
of jams, jellies, mustards and award winning gourmet condiments, as well as
the original Cheese Straw and other fine snacks from the Old Chisholm
Trail! 3 Fredericksburg
locations. |
Spas
| See Massages and Spas (above) |
Swimming
| Click here for a link to the Lady
Bird Johnson Municipal Park which lists information about baseball, basketball, fishing,
golf, hiking, swimming, tennis and volleyball.
| Swimmers can use the Olympic-size pool
during summer months. Hours are 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Cost
is $1.00 per person for all day. |
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Theatre
Tour of Downtown Fredericksburg
| Tour Historic downtown Fredericksburg,
Texas - over 80 points
of interest and significance. A free self-guided walking tour map is
available at the Fredericksburg Visitor Center. K
& K Tours (830-990-0155) offers a guided walking tour for a nominal
fee. |
Visitor
Information Center (for Fredericksburg)
| 106 N. Adams Street (1/2 block off of Main
Street). Free Literature. Open M-F 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Sat.
9-12 and 1-5 and Sun 12-4 |
Weather
| Link to weather report for Fredericksburg. |
Wildseed Farm
| Wildseed
Farms is the nation's largest working wildflower seed farm, where you
can purchase wildflower seeds direct from the grower. Just 7 miles
East of Fredericksburg on US Hwy 290! Open to the public 7 days a
week 9:30 am to 6:00 pm. No charge for admission. Located at 425
Wildflower Hills in Fredericksburg, (800)848-0078. |
Wineries and
Vineyards
| Gillespie County Wineries and Vineyards. Visit 5
different wineries and numerous vineyards
for tours and wine tasting.
| Becker Vineyards, (830)644-2681, Hwy. 290
E. - 11 miles, right on Jenschke Lane |
| Bell Mountain
Vineyard, (830)685-3297,
Hwy. 16 N. - 15 miles |
| Chisholm Trail
Winery,
(830)990-2675, 9 miles west of
Fredericksburg on Highway 290 and 2.3 miles south on Usener Road. |
| Comfort Cellars Winery - Located in
Comfort, (830)995-3274 |
|
Fredericksburg Winery, (830)990-8747, 247 W. Main St. |
| Grape Creek
Vineyard, (830)644-2710,
Hwy. 290 E. - 10 Miles |
| Sister
Creek Vineyards - Located in Sisterdale, (830)324-6704 |
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| Fredericksburg
Food and Wine Fest is held in downtown Fredericksburg, 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. Held the fourth weekend in October. 830-997-8515. |
| Fredericksburg
Wine Tour - The Fredericksburg Wine Tour is a ride to several vineyards
in the Fredericksburg area, with shopping and lunch in Fredericksburg. |
Woodcarving
| Texas
Woodcarvers Guild holds wood carving classes in Fredericksburg.
Registration is available on their website. Stay at the Frontier
Inn for the week and get a 15% discount on your stay!! |
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