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Gruene (pronounced green), Texas, though small in size, boasts a rich blend of history, charm, and activity that makes it a popular tourist destination. Nestled along the Guadalupe River, Gruene attracts visitors with its vibrant outdoor culture. Tubing, kayaking, and paddleboarding are top draws during the warm months, offering both thrill-seekers and families a scenic, splash-filled adventure. The riverbanks provide great spots for picnicking and fishing, making it a year-round hub for nature lovers.

Gruene Mercantile Store

While Gruene isn’t known for big-league sports, it embraces the spirit of recreation with local events and casual competitions. The area hosts cornhole tournaments, river races, and even quirky events like the annual Gruene Music & Wine Fest, where competitive grape stomping draws a crowd. Nearby, golf courses and hiking trails give visitors plenty of ways to stay active while soaking up the Texas Hill Country landscape.

Tourism in Gruene revolves around its historic landmarks and lively entertainment scene. The legendary Gruene Hall, Texas’s oldest dance hall, is a can’t-miss attraction that regularly features live music from well-known artists and up-and-coming talent. Visitors also flock to the local shops and antique stores, many housed in preserved 19th-century buildings that give the town its vintage character.

Gruene Hall

For those seeking a slower pace, Gruene offers wine tasting rooms, charming bed-and-breakfasts, and scenic views at every turn. Whether floating down the river or two-stepping on a wooden dance floor, tourists are immersed in the town’s blend of old Texas charm and laid-back recreation, making Gruene a unique and memorable destination.

Tourist Attractions in the Area:

• Natural Bridge Caverns – New Braunfels
  Texas' largest caverns. Located west of New Braunfels, Texas.
• Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch – New Braunfels
  Take a safari drive thru Texas style. Located west of New Braunfels, Texas.
• Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort – New Braunfels
  America's most favorite Waterpark resort.
• Canyon Lake
  Canyon Lake is a popular lake to the north of Gruene for boating and other water related recreational activities.
• Touring Texas
  This web site provides tourist information for the state of Texas with links to over 100 cities and towns throughout Texas.
• Wonder World Park - San Marcos, Texas
  The most visited cave in Texas.
• Seaworld Adventure Park - San Antonio
  Amusement rides, water rides and fun, shows with dolphins, whales and sea lions, and much more.
• Six Flags Fiesta Texas - San Antonio
  Six Flags Fiesta Texas is sure to be a crowd-pleaser with a full line-up of rides, shows, and family-fun entertainment.
• San Marcos
  San Marcos has some of the largest outlet malls in the country.

Things to do in Gruene, Texas:

Gruene Market Days

Visit Historic Gruene Market Days the third weekend of every month from February to November and experience the charm of the historic community of Gruene. 

Shop among 100 gifted handcrafted artisans and craftsman, sculpture, furniture, pottery, spices and much more.  All of their vendors are strictly juried and sell only the finest handmade products and art in Texas. 

Enjoy the Town Lighting and visit with Cowboy Kringle during our special Christmas Markets held the 1st weekend of December every year.

• Take a walking tour of historic Gruene.  There are historic markers throughout the town.
• Shop the day away in the antique and specialty stores.
• Enjoy nature watching and photography at its finest.  Bring plenty of film.
• Dine at the river front or downtown restaurants.
• The Guadalupe River offers perfect tubing, rafting, swimming, wading, and sunbathing.
• Dance the night away and let your hair down at the Gruene Hall.
• Stay in some of finest historical inns in Texas.
• Visit New Braunfels, only about 3 miles away.
• Go boating and fishing at Canyon Lake with its 80 miles of scenic shoreline, only 30 minutes away.

 

Local Services

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