Updated June 2021

We recently took a trip down to New Braunfels and Gruene. It was a peaceful and relaxing escape, yet alive with music and charm. From wine to antiques to German fare plus all the water activities (perfect for summer), we can’t wait to get to know the area better! And we have compiled a guide so you can too!

TO DO

TO DO

• Dance the night away at Gruene Hall
• Float the river in the summer
• Hike Panther Canyon Nature Trail
• See a concert at Whitewater Amphitheater
• Shop a Gruene Market Day
• Tour the Natural Bridge Caverns
• Visit Schlitterbahn Waterpark
• Wander the Gruene Historic District

TO EAT

TO EAT

• 2 Tarts Bakery | desserts spot, lots of GF options
• Alpine Haus | quaint, old-school German restaurant
• Clear Springs Restaurant | seafood restaurant in a barn setting
• Dry Comal Creek Vineyards | vineyard and winery
• El Nopalito | a local Mexican chain
• Huisache Grill | adorable eatery
• Gristmill River Restaurant | stunning 1800’s cotton gin-turned-restaurant on the river
• Krause's Cafe | Biergarten with brats and beers
• McAdoo's Seafood Co. & Oyster Bar | Cajun restaurant
• Muck and Fuss | popular modern burgers and brews spot
• Naeglin’s Bakery | oldest bakery in Texas
• The Gruene Door | upscale American restaurant
• The River House | laid back & charming restaurant

TO DRINK

TO DRINK

• Downtown Social | bowling, live music and other entertainment options
• Faust Brew Pub | decades old brewpub in the NB’s haunted hotel
• Gruene Grove | patio bar with live music
• Guadalupe Brewing | local brewery with a great patio
• Moonshine & Ale | sing along piano show and live music
• Pour Haus | great outdoor patio with live music
• The Grapevine | one of the largest selections of Texas wines
• The Phoenix Saloon | 1871 historic saloon

photo courtesy of Downtown Social

TO SHOP

TO SHOP

• Adele Kerr & Co. | antiques dealer
• Downtown Antique Mall | oddities and treasures
• Fickle Pickles | antiques & pickles
• Gruene General Store | candy, memorabilia & more
• Lot 59 | home decor, plants, vintage clothing

photo courtesy of Cabernet Grill

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