Welcome To New Braunfels
City/town information
Every year, thousands of visitors flock to this charming oasis located conveniently between San Antonio and Austin in the stunning Texas Hill Country. Unique shops, quiet cafes, and lively bars line our tree-shaded streets, while fascinating museums and unique walking tours help keep New Braunfels' history alive. Thanks to their mild winters, proximity to water activities during hot summers, and an average of 225+ days of sunshine per year, you can sip, shop, relax and enjoy live music all year long
182 locals recommend
New Braunfels
Every year, thousands of visitors flock to this charming oasis located conveniently between San Antonio and Austin in the stunning Texas Hill Country. Unique shops, quiet cafes, and lively bars line our tree-shaded streets, while fascinating museums and unique walking tours help keep New Braunfels' history alive. Thanks to their mild winters, proximity to water activities during hot summers, and an average of 225+ days of sunshine per year, you can sip, shop, relax and enjoy live music all year long
Sightseeing
A former ghost town that offers a General Store and souvenir shops as well as The Gristmill and Gruene Hall.
66 locals recommend
Gruene Historic District
A former ghost town that offers a General Store and souvenir shops as well as The Gristmill and Gruene Hall.
Park that features paddleboats and train rides; great for families.
120 locals recommend
Landa Park Pool
164 Landa Park DrPark that features paddleboats and train rides; great for families.
This Texas Hill Country lake is halfway between Austin and San Antonio.
222 locals recommend
Canyon Lake
This Texas Hill Country lake is halfway between Austin and San Antonio.
Food scene
New Orlean's style seafood served In a New Braunfels landmark that Is nearly 100 years old. Catch them for brunch If you can.
81 locals recommend
McAdoo's Seafood Company
196 N Castell AveNew Orlean's style seafood served In a New Braunfels landmark that Is nearly 100 years old. Catch them for brunch If you can.
Quaint bistro serving regionally inspired menu plus beer & wine in a cozy space with exposed beams.
101 locals recommend
Huisache Grill
303 W San Antonio StQuaint bistro serving regionally inspired menu plus beer & wine in a cozy space with exposed beams.
Dating to 1868, this bakery turns out pies, strudel & custom cakes in a bright, basic setting. The perfect spot for a quick pick me up!
57 locals recommend
Naegelin's Bakery
129 S Seguin AveDating to 1868, this bakery turns out pies, strudel & custom cakes in a bright, basic setting. The perfect spot for a quick pick me up!
Scratch-made cakes, pastries & cookies, plus light cafe fare served in a colorful, quirky setting. Coffee beans locally sourced from Cuvee Coffee and Greenway Coffee Co.
38 locals recommend
2tarts Bakery
139 N Castell AveScratch-made cakes, pastries & cookies, plus light cafe fare served in a colorful, quirky setting. Coffee beans locally sourced from Cuvee Coffee and Greenway Coffee Co.
Burgers, craft beer & elevated American bar bites in a stylish locale with live music & a courtyard.
65 locals recommend
Muck & Fuss Craft Beer and Burger Bar
295 E San Antonio StBurgers, craft beer & elevated American bar bites in a stylish locale with live music & a courtyard.
Chicken-fried steak, burgers & ribs served in an 1878 cotton gin with a shady patio & river views.
211 locals recommend
Gristmill River Restaurant & Bar
1287 Gruene RdChicken-fried steak, burgers & ribs served in an 1878 cotton gin with a shady patio & river views.
Refined American entrees & desserts, plus an afternoon tea, in a charming scene with a shady patio.
15 locals recommend
The River House
1617 New Braunfels StRefined American entrees & desserts, plus an afternoon tea, in a charming scene with a shady patio.
Cheerful, casual kitchen offering gourmet takes on homestyle American breakfast & lunch dishes.
32 locals recommend
Buttermilk Cafe
1324 Common StCheerful, casual kitchen offering gourmet takes on homestyle American breakfast & lunch dishes.
Quaint, family-run spot for classic diner breakfast & lunch plates, with train memorabilia as decor.
12 locals recommend
Union Station Diner
512 E San Antonio StQuaint, family-run spot for classic diner breakfast & lunch plates, with train memorabilia as decor.
Casual German-American joint offering hearty breakfasts, bratwurst & burgers, plus patio seats.
20 locals recommend
Fork & Spoon
651 I-35BLCasual German-American joint offering hearty breakfasts, bratwurst & burgers, plus patio seats.
Long-running diner with a country vibe serving American comfort food & Mexican standards.
11 locals recommend
Pat's Place
202 S Union AveLong-running diner with a country vibe serving American comfort food & Mexican standards.
An extensive American menu is presented in rustic digs with views & a riverside deck.
87 locals recommend
Gruene River Company
1404 Gruene RdAn extensive American menu is presented in rustic digs with views & a riverside deck.
For Kids
Schlitterbahn New Braunfels is on every summer bucket list for things to do near San Antonio or across the great state of Texas. The World's Best Waterpark!
436 locals recommend
Schlitterbahn Waterpark New Braunfels
400 N Liberty AveSchlitterbahn New Braunfels is on every summer bucket list for things to do near San Antonio or across the great state of Texas. The World's Best Waterpark!
Interactive exhibits for young kids focusing on space, culture & technology in colorful environments!
43 locals recommend
McKenna Children's Museum
801 W San Antonio StInteractive exhibits for young kids focusing on space, culture & technology in colorful environments!
Roadside attraction with snakes galore, primates, exotic breeds, a petting zoo & interactive shows.
63 locals recommend
Animal World and Snake Farm Zoo
5640 Interstate 35Roadside attraction with snakes galore, primates, exotic breeds, a petting zoo & interactive shows.
Texas Ski Ranch has over 70 acres of activities for action sports enthusiasts, as well as acres of beaches for the more relaxed enthusiast. Two Cable Lakes for wake boarding, one with a slider park, and one, "Little Bro" cableway just for beginners. A Private Lake provide ideal conditions for lessons behind a MasterCraft boat, or a more leisurely Stand Up Paddle session. Two skateboarding area's, a 16,000 square foot Indoor Trampoline Park, Rockwall and more ensure a fun filled day for all.
30 locals recommend
Texas Ski Ranch
6700 I-35Texas Ski Ranch has over 70 acres of activities for action sports enthusiasts, as well as acres of beaches for the more relaxed enthusiast. Two Cable Lakes for wake boarding, one with a slider park, and one, "Little Bro" cableway just for beginners. A Private Lake provide ideal conditions for lessons behind a MasterCraft boat, or a more leisurely Stand Up Paddle session. Two skateboarding area's, a 16,000 square foot Indoor Trampoline Park, Rockwall and more ensure a fun filled day for all.
Large-scale indoor trampoline center hosting open jump, fitness classes, dodgeball & parties.
7 locals recommend
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
604 S Walnut AveLarge-scale indoor trampoline center hosting open jump, fitness classes, dodgeball & parties.
Clay Casa New Braunfels
301 West San Antonio StreetGreat place for kids to get creative.
Tubing
Landa Falls offers an affordable, first-class New Braunfels tubing experience, look no further! The approximate float time is 2.5 hours to the Garden Street bridge, while the approximate float time to the last tubers exit is 3.5 hours. Tubers wanting to enjoy the last float of the day must be in the water by 5 pm.
14 locals recommend
Landa Falls
133 Landa StLanda Falls offers an affordable, first-class New Braunfels tubing experience, look no further! The approximate float time is 2.5 hours to the Garden Street bridge, while the approximate float time to the last tubers exit is 3.5 hours. Tubers wanting to enjoy the last float of the day must be in the water by 5 pm.
Comal River
A two-mile river that offers sites for family picnics and gatherings
Texas Tubes
250 Meusebach StWater sports equipment rental service in New Braunfels, Texas
Inner tubes & rafts for floating the Guadalupe River, plus a return shuttle & campground.
75 locals recommend
Rockin 'R' River Rides
1405 Gruene RdInner tubes & rafts for floating the Guadalupe River, plus a return shuttle & campground.
Comal Tubes
1880 I-35BLWater sports equipment rental service in New Braunfels, Texas
Local Bars
Urban hangout with a rock 'n' roll sing-along piano show, plus ample beer options & specialty shots.
18 locals recommend
Moonshine & Ale
236 W San Antonio StUrban hangout with a rock 'n' roll sing-along piano show, plus ample beer options & specialty shots.
Roomy, rustic indoor & outdoor bar with craft beers & creative cocktails, plus nightly live music.
58 locals recommend
Pour Haus Patio Bar
343 W San Antonio StRoomy, rustic indoor & outdoor bar with craft beers & creative cocktails, plus nightly live music.
Full-flavored, well balanced, and approachable Craft Beer with the use of natural ingredients.
30 locals recommend
Guadalupe Brewing Company
1586 Wald RdFull-flavored, well balanced, and approachable Craft Beer with the use of natural ingredients.
Newly extended, plenty of seating as well as a brand new bar outside. Enjoy one of their Bloody Marys or an ice cold beer while enjoying some fresh air.
14 locals recommend
Black Whale Pub
367 Main PlazaNewly extended, plenty of seating as well as a brand new bar outside. Enjoy one of their Bloody Marys or an ice cold beer while enjoying some fresh air.
Gruene Tini's
2351 Gruene Lake Dr Enjoy year round outdoor patio or indoor lounge.
Wineries
Come in and do a tasting, buy a bottle, or even make your own “batch” of wine with your own personalized wine label!
10 locals recommend
Water 2 Wine
185 S Seguin AveCome in and do a tasting, buy a bottle, or even make your own “batch” of wine with your own personalized wine label!
Located in Gruene, Texas, Vino en Verde is committed to bringing you some of the best wines and craft beers from around the world.
Vino en Verde
2351 Gruene Lake DrLocated in Gruene, Texas, Vino en Verde is committed to bringing you some of the best wines and craft beers from around the world.
Quaint tasting room for local wines & craft beer, plus live music in a tree-shaded area with tables.
21 locals recommend
The Grapevine
1612 Hunter RdQuaint tasting room for local wines & craft beer, plus live music in a tree-shaded area with tables.
Hidden off of 46, just a few short miles from New Braunfels, you will find our tasting room tucked behind rows of vineyards. If you are joining us on the weekend, check out our events calendar for music, food trucks, and more fun.
56 locals recommend
Dry Comal Creek Vineyards
1741 Herbelin RdHidden off of 46, just a few short miles from New Braunfels, you will find our tasting room tucked behind rows of vineyards. If you are joining us on the weekend, check out our events calendar for music, food trucks, and more fun.