Enjoy the Legendary Texas Hill Country

With San Antonio, Fredericksburg and San Marcos

The Hill Country's bold spirit and historic legacies are an ideal gateway to Texas's renowned culture, scenic beauty and restful retreats. Cities and towns like San Antonio, Fredericksburg and San Marcos are close in proximity offering a wide array of legendary Texas adventures.

The San Antonio International Airport makes San Antonio a great entry point for Hill Country experiences. Now the 7th largest city in the United States, San Antonio's rolling landscape has drawn charming vineyards, hillside bed and breakfasts and nationally acclaimed resorts. Here, rustic refinement is offered in the most pampering of ways, from championship golf courses to fireside spas and delectable restaurants.

San Antonio has been shaped by the cultures of Spain, Germany and Mexico, while holding onto a personality that is decidedly Texan. Through the heart of historic downtown runs the River Walk, a network of garden bordered paths along the San Antonio River that connect shops, restaurants, theaters and hotels. The famed River Walk is currently being extended from three to 15 miles, linking museums to the north and Spanish colonial missions to the south. New stretches are brimming with opportunities to hike, bike and kayak. 

A top travel destination, San Antonio is also known for family attractions like theme parks SeaWorld San Antonio and Six Flags Fiesta Texas. The city is also home to the third-largest zoo in the nation and numerous child-friendly museums such as the San Antonio Children's Museum and WitteMuseum.

In the center of the Texas Hill Country is the town of Fredericksburg. Settled by German immigrants in 1846, Fredericksburg has a charming small-town feel. Rich in German heritage, Fredericksburg is situated along Wine Road 290, and offers nearly 20 wineries open daily for tastings and tours.

This scenic Texas town is also home to springtime wildflowers, lavender fields and scrumptious peaches in the summer. Historic Main Street offers eclectic shops, art galleries, museums, quaint bakeries and restaurants. Outdoor adventures abound with Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, a billion-year-old granite dome perfect for hiking and enjoying spectacular views. 

Nearby, the LyndonB.JohnsonNationalHistoricalPark offers visitors the opportunity to visit a real working Texas ranch and tour The Texas White House. Visitors can end their days with live Texas music a biergarten on Main or two steppin' in the historic dance hall at Luckenbach, Texas.

Also in the Hill Country, San Marcos is considered one of the nation's best shopping destinations, offering the largest outlet mall in the U.S. Here, more than 260 stores provide discounts of up to 65% off top retailers. San Marcos also shines with history and music. A stroll around Historic Downtown Square immerses visitors in eclectic shops and eateries. The Cheatham Street Warehouse is a local favorite where legendary musicians like GeorgeStrait and Stevie Ray Vaughan started their careers.

Families enjoy San Marcos with attractions like WonderWorldPark and AquarenaCenter. WonderWorldPark is the nation's only earthquake-formed cave opened for tours. AquarenaCenter is a recreation and environmental education center with scientific diving shows, glass bottom boat rides and wide collection of endangered species specific to this region.

For itinerary ideas and to learn more about this iconic American destination, visit www.SanAntonioTexasHillCountry.com.