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Springtime in the Texas Hill Country: Fredericksburg, TX

BonBon March 11, 2018 23 Comments

There is no better time to visit Texas Hill Country than in springtime. With the help of the spring rains the wildflowers bloom around the towns and along the highways. The temperatures are mild this time of year and great to enjoy all the festivals that are happening.

We visited Texas Hill Country during a long weekend holiday last year with friends. It was a fun and enjoyable journey filled with very picturesque scenes and cool adventures. The trip gave us a different perspective of Texas and it’s cultural heritage. Definitely a MUST do road trip if you are in the South. Aside from the beautiful scenery as you drive all throughout the hills; did I mention, plenty of vineyards and wines to choose from, too?

Take a look at some areas we’ve visited:

Fredericksburg Downtown Stroll – Main St.

You gotta have a stroll on the Main Street in Fredericksburg! What a little charmer in the middle of Texas… lots of shops, restaurants, art galleries, and wine-tasting rooms.

Main St. Fredericksburg
Main St. Fredericksburg
Wine. Spirit. Popcorn. HA!!! There's something for the whole family:)
Wine. Spirit. Popcorn. HA!!! There’s something for the whole family:)
Kids having fun too
Kids having fun too
Volkwagen Parade... Texas VW Classic: The Biggest Classic Volkswagen Show in TEXAS is happening around April in Frederickburg
Volkswagen Parade… Texas VW Classic: The Biggest Classic Volkswagen Show in TEXAS is happening around April in Fredericksburg

Vineyards and Wineries

Vineyards and wineries are abundant in the Texas Hill Country and each of them offers different unique flavors – from sweet whites to deep reds. For those who wanted to learn more about the wine-making process, there are a lot of tour operators which offer Vineyard tours… and of course the ‘mandatory’ wine tasting ;).

Our family decided to go to Becker’s Vineyards which is a kid-friendly vineyard and it didn’t disappoint; we had such a lovely afternoon. It offered a scenic outside seating with live music and even some artisan pizza from a wood fired oven (please note the pizza was on offering from a 3rd party vendor on site and is seasonal).

Becker Vineyard
Becker Vineyard

It was a lovely day:)

It was a lovely day! Kids played around and we got to taste some of their wines while listening to some live music.

It's a perfect place for the little ones to run around and explore the beautiful grounds...

Wine is defiitely better when shared with a friend:)
Wine is definitely better when shared with a friend 🙂

Wildflowers Galore

What else can be better to see during Springtime at Fredericksburg than to visit The Wildseed Farms!!! They’ve been growing fields of wildflowers for the production of seed for over 35 years. WOW!!! It is truly beautiful!!!

Visitors can have a leisurely walk on the trails (shhh… and off trails too) and take pictures. And plant lovers can buy some plants and seeds of individual mixes and varieties.

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I'm forever In Love with this guy...
I’m forever In Love with this guy…
Best Friends Forever
Best Friends Forever
It's great for the little kids!!!
It’s perfect for the whole family, too!!!
Talking about off trail walk... hehehe
Talking about off-trail walk… hehehe

Check out their website for daily schedules, list of festivals, and during spring for the farm’s bloom update.

Enchanted ROCK, a Texas State Natural Area

It’s not just a Rock… if you are wondering. There is a reason why it is called Enchanted… it’s the culmination of the beautiful scenery around, the huge magical ROCK dome and a mysterious legend.

It is a great hike for everyone including the little ones. Our group’s youngest, a 2 yr old, hiked with us to the top with relative ease.

Hiking to the TOP
Hiking to the TOP
Pretty steep at some point
Pretty steep at some point
The view is always better at the TOP:)
The view is always better at the TOP:)

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Best friends for Life!!!
Best friends for Life!!!
The crew who made it to the TOP!
The crew who made it to the TOP!
Ending our hike with some Shave ice and Ice cream:)
Ending our hike with some Shave Ice and Ice cream:)

Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park

If you are looking for a lovely walk, a quiet time to relax and enjoy nature then this is a perfect place for you. SUch a beautiful park with gorgeous scenery of rolling hills, flowers and trees.

Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park
Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park
One fine after at the Texas Hill Country
One fine after at the Texas Hill Country

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National Museum of the Pacific War

This is such a gem in Fredericksburg, the childhood home of Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz. A must visit while you are in the city. My kids were engaged the whole time; it is defintiely for everyone in the family.

Memorial Courtyard... AMazing how these kids got too interested with the history. So happy:)
Memorial Courtyard… Amazing how these kids got too interested in the history of WWII!
Learning how Philippines took part of the history of WWII
Learning how Philippines took part in the history of WWII
Raising well-rounded kids:)
Raising well-rounded kids:)

Where to EAT?

There are a lot of restaurants on Fredericksburg’s Main street to choose from. We tried Auslander to try some German food and beer. Some of the waitresses even wore the traditional German dress – the Dirndl. The food was pretty good and we enjoyed our visit.

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The Woerner Warehouse Cafe was a hidden gem off the main street; we absolutely love this surprise! It was such a unique place for a meal, located inside an iconic Woerner Feed Store, which is full of antique finds. It’s a must visit while in Fredericksburg.

Woerner Warehouse Café
Woerner Warehouse Café
Getting cozy with my bff... Those antiques around us cost a fortune:)
Getting cozy with my BFF… Those antiques around us cost a fortune:)
Food and drinks were really good.
Great Food, drinks, and company.

Where to STAY?

There are a lot of accommodation options in Fredericksburg. Tons of B&Bs, guesthouses, inns and guest ranches to choose from. Also available are many hotels/ motels and campsites around.

We stayed at Inn on Baron Creek during our stay. It’s located just a block from Main Street which was a huge plus.

Inn on Barons Creek
Inn on Barons Creek
At the back of the hotel... such a relaxing place!!!
At the back of the hotel… such a relaxing place!!!
One fine afternoon at Inn on Barons Creek; we took a dip in the pool and had picnic:)
One fine afternoon at Inn on Barons Creek; we took a dip in the pool and had a picnic:)

So… what are you waiting for?!? Plan a trip to the beautiful Fredericksburg now!!! Buzz me if you need some help planning your trip… happy to assist. xoxo

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23 Comments

  1. Martina Reply
    March 16, 2018 at 5:42 pm

    Thank you so much for sharing all this wonderful impressions with us. The Flowers, omg – so beautiful. I also loved the pic with the blue bus – awesome shots.

  2. Sandy N Vyjay Reply
    March 16, 2018 at 1:17 am

    Texas in Spring looks really resplendent. The colours of spring can be seen everywhere. I can see you had a great time. The Becker’s Vineyards looks like a great place to head for some heady experiences and great food. I loved looking at the pictures of the wildflowers, they are absolutely stunning.

  3. Erica Edwards Reply
    March 15, 2018 at 5:47 pm

    You had me at wine and wildflowers! I always think of East Texas as being dry and desolate, but this really gave me a whole other persepective. Great photos!

  4. Emma | The Gap Life Diaries Reply
    March 15, 2018 at 5:24 am

    Looks like you had an amazing time – particularly envious of your sunny trip to the vineyard, you can’t beat a nice glass of white in the springtime sun.

  5. Hayley Reply
    March 15, 2018 at 5:01 am

    Thanks for sharing. I’ve visited 5 US states so far but haven’t managed to get to Texas yet. It’s on the list though and this post will help in the planning.

  6. Luis Enrique Reply
    March 14, 2018 at 8:10 pm

    Swathes of open land and greenery, brings to mind scenery from great us literature. Not so much tempted by the winery but would love to see the natural landscapes.

  7. Schtef Reply
    March 14, 2018 at 7:48 am

    I love Texas! Your article is so inspiring to visit again! ? and your pics are great. I’m going to pour myself a glass of wine now!!

  8. Medha Verma Reply
    March 14, 2018 at 7:19 am

    The red wildflowers are beautiful and i also would’ve gone crazy taking pictures if i had been there, love all your pictures by the way. the enchanted rock is yet another place i would’ve loved to go to and of course, nothing like visiting a winery and tasting some great wines. what a lovely getaway!

  9. Jenia Reply
    March 13, 2018 at 11:49 pm

    All those poppies! I’d never want to leave 🙂

  10. Meagan Reply
    March 13, 2018 at 9:43 pm

    You had me at wine, poppies, and hiking 🙂 what a cool place, for families or couples. And I would love to have seen that adorable Volkswagen parade in person! Thanks for sharing!

  11. Mei and Kerstin Reply
    March 13, 2018 at 4:17 pm

    Fredericksburg looks so lovely! I’d really love to see the historic houses in downtown and run through the poppies fields! We’ll probably visit Texas in the near future, so we’ll stop in Fredericksburg for sure!

  12. AMBER TATTON Reply
    March 13, 2018 at 10:48 am

    I love this post, I wish I was at that winery right now! Texas looks a lovely place in the spring!

  13. Moimehr Reply
    March 13, 2018 at 5:15 am

    I Must admit with all the snow all around the world this is my first experience with a springtime post. And it all looks so beautiful in these pictures. Texas vineyard looks like a complete weekend destination with a little bit of everything. I also liked the place you have put up in specially the backyard of the hotel. Those stairs carved in such greenery is incredibly beautiful.

  14. Rachel Reply
    March 12, 2018 at 12:44 pm

    Wow – what a wonderful looking destination – the colours of those flowers jUST jump out, are they poppies? It looks like spring is a perfect time to visit. And I love that there are wineries to visit

    • BonBon Reply
      March 12, 2018 at 1:20 pm

      YES, poppies. Aren’t they gorgeous?!? it was so beautiful!!! Fredericksburg is totally worth a trip:)

  15. Denny George Reply
    March 12, 2018 at 6:26 am

    I was sold as soon as you mentioned the wineries. Fredericksburg sounds like a great place for a vacation. The family photos look very nice and reminded me of my own childhood.

    • BonBon Reply
      March 12, 2018 at 9:35 am

      I know, rgt? WHo doesn’t like to visit wineries? 🙂 LOL It’s beautiful out there!!!

  16. danik Reply
    March 12, 2018 at 4:00 am

    Fantastic post. I never heard of Fredericksburg before but like to check out this charming area. for me, spring is a better time of year to travel. autumn is all right, just find the leaves get in the way (but are pretty for the perfect photo)

    • BonBon Reply
      March 12, 2018 at 9:37 am

      You should and it won’t disappoint you… it’s one of those places with character. We LOVE it there!!! Problem with Springtime travels is always the weather, but it was gorgeous during this trip:)

  17. Suz Reply
    March 12, 2018 at 2:26 am

    This looks like a great place for a family day out. The combination of kids and vineyard is an essential for survival in my life – why give up on grown up fun and interests when kids are there!

    • BonBon Reply
      March 12, 2018 at 9:38 am

      EXACTLY!!! Kids are very adaptable anyways and their kind of fun is so simple… and it’s always great to be outdoors with the kids to connect with nature…

  18. Noel Reply
    March 11, 2018 at 3:35 pm

    I love that photo with the kids playing in the pond. From where I come from, most parents would not allow their kids to play in the water with outside clothes.

    And yes, every place looks better during spring. But I also love the fall season.

    • BonBon Reply
      March 12, 2018 at 9:41 am

      Thank you for dropping by. I let my kids be kids and enjoy as much as they can… They can always change their clothes when it’s too dirty to bear… LOL
      LOVE Spring and Fall as well… shows the contrast of beauty of nature.

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