BoerneVisitorGuide 36746 Cartwright Media

Fall 2019/Winter 2020

BOERNE visitor guide THE OFFICIAL

A Taste of Texas

11th EDITION

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DIRECTOR'S

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BOERNE CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU 282 N. Main St Boerne, Texas 78006 888.842.8080, 830.249.7277 VISITBOERNE.ORG BOERNE CVB STAFF Larry Woods, Director Jeanette Teague, Asst. Director Tori Bellos, Marketing Specialist Val Anderson, Groups Coordinator Erika Yount, Administrative Clerk HILL COUNTRY MILE & SPECIAL PROJECTS Paul Barwick, Director Mary Woods, Project Manager

Welcome to Boerne where you will experience one of the true hidden treasures of the beautiful Texas Hill Country. Boerne offers some of the finest shopping, dining, and sightseeing that the great State of Texas has to offer. While in Boerne, visit us at the NEW Boerne Visitor Center, then explore the awardwinning Hill Country Mile which has become the premier boutique destination in the Hill Country. So whether you are here for a day or a week, Boerne’s shops, restaurants and lodging will provide some of the best hospitality that the Texas Hill Country has to offer. You will experience what many already know, in that, Boerne truly is As Unique As Our Name.

Enjoy your visit!

Larry Woods Larry Woods, Director of the Boerne Convention & Visitors Bureau

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About the Cover: Shopping is a favorite pastime

in Boerne! A stroll along the Hill Country Mile will take you on a journey through quaint historic buildings filled with unique finds for every taste. Clothing, antiques, jewelry, gifts, specialty foods, home accessories, and arts and crafts are just a few of the treasures that await. While building up an appetite from shopping, don’t miss the eclectic collection of restaurants, cafés, coffee shops, bakeries, craft breweries and wine bars that dot Main Street and River Road along the Cibolo Creek. For more information on making the most of your visit to Boerne, stop by the new Boerne Visitor Center at 282 N. Main St.

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CONTENTS 8-ABOUT BOERNE

10-HILL COUNTRY MILE 12-CONNECT WITH US

14-EVENTS 18-SHOPPING 28-DINING

31-COFFEE CRAWL 36-DOG FRIENDLY EATERIES

38-LODGING

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44-THINGS TO DO

46- BOERNE BEER TRAIL 50-OUTDOORS 51-FAMILY FUN CHECKLIST 52-SPIRITS 54-TASTING TOUR TIPS 56-THE ARTS 60-DAYTRIPPING

Fun for Foodies

An eclectic chef-driven dining scene is a food-lover's paradise!

62-EVENT VENUES 64-COMMUNITY RESOURCES

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Celebrate BIG

Boerne knows how to have fun. There is always an event or festival in town!

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Shop ‘Til You Drop

The retail scene on the Hill Country Mile is some of the best in the state!

See VISITBOERNE.ORG for more content and events.

Texas’ Premiere Salt Cave Spa & State-of-the-Art Full Service Spa • Only Vichy Capsule in U.S.A. • Singles and Couples Massage • Facial and Body Treatments • Anti-Aging and Rejuvenation Treatments • Signature Massage Treatments • Spa Packages

Ranked #1 by 10BEST.com

(“10 Best Spas in San Antonio”) USA TODAY Travel Media Group

Now offering Yoga in the Cave & Monthly Memberships!

PURESÓLSPA®

at Tapatio Springs Hill Country Resort 1 Resort Way Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 537-5010

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WE HAVE IT ALL

1850-60s 1850s Boerne is named “Boerne� in honor of Karl Ludwig Borne, a political writer who inspired many to leave Germany and emigrate.

Business booms; gristmill, sawmill, blacksmith shop, livery stable, butcher shop, saloon and more open. The Old Reed House (now The Kendall) opens.

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1880s 1870s The Kendall Co. Court House is built (2nd oldest in continuous use in Texas).

The Dienger Building is built and opened. The Railroad begins daily treks from San Antonio. 3 churches and 5 hotels are built in the Boerne area.

1900s Boerne is incorporated.

The first Kendall County Fair is held.

ABOUT BOERNE

Boerne has a storied history that began nearly 170 years ago, and our European roots are still evident in both our architecture and our spirit! Nestled just 20 miles from San Antonio, the old-world charm of Boerne feels a world away from the big city. Yet, our shopping, dining, events, lodging, arts and culture rival any in Texas. Spend some time outdoors, too, as you meander along one of our popular walking trails or breath the crisp, outdoor air at one of our amazing area parks. We are repeatedly named as a “Top Destination� in regional and national media, and we think that once you spend time strolling down our awardwinning Hill Country Mile and explore everything it offers, you will become a huge fan, too!

1970-80s

1930s Cascade Caverns and the Cave Without A Name open for public tours.

1960s Boerne Berges Fest, as an ice cream social in downtown Boerne, is first celebrated to stimulate commerce.

IH-10 is completed, and Boerne begins rapid growth in population and tourism.

The Cibolo Nature Center opens on Earth Day.

TODAY 2000s The Patrick Heath Public Library is constructed and opens in its current location.

Just this year, the Boerne Visitors Center opened it's doors on the Hill Country Mile!

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HILL COUNTRY MILE Steeped in Hill Country charm, the colorful storefronts and historic buildings that comprise downtown Boerne’s Hill Country Mile will bring feelings of nostalgia--but our shops, restaurants and galleries are anything but antiquated! Step through original doors and beautifully decorated store windows to find chic boutique clothing, jewelry, gifts and Hill Countryinspired works of art that combine history

and modern trends for a truly unique shopping experience.

Take a walk or ride bikes on our beautiful paved trails, where you’ll find pocket parks and beautiful works of art along the way, both permanent to Boerne and part of our rotating public art project, Art al Fresco.

Top off a day of exploring at one of our restaurants or craft breweries, where you’ll be greeted with small-town hospitality and treated to dishes passed down through generations as well as thoughtful culinary creations from the area’s top chefs. With more than 50 shops and restaurants offering something different, and yearround events unique to Boerne, it’s no surprise Country Living Magazine named the Hill Country Mile one of the “Top 25 Small Town Main Streets in America.”

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Relax, shop, dine, sip & savor historic downtown Boerne’s modern hospitality

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NEW BOERNE VISITOR CENTER

Come chat with us in real life at the brand new Boerne Visitors Center located at 282 N Main St. in downtown Boerne. Friendly, knowledgeable staff and volunteers can help you craft your Boerne experience.

Monday-Friday- 8:00 am-5:00 pm Saturday-10:00 am-2:00 pm

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2019

EVENTS 2020

JUNE 6 Boerne Family Fish NOVEMBER JANUARY 19-21 Boerne Berges 1-2 Boerne Handmade 5,10-11 Kendall Co. Jr Fest & Parade Market Livestock Show & Sale 22 Shop-A-Palooza 2 Wild Game Dinner FEBRUARY JULY 7 Diva Night 8 Boerne Chocolate 12 & 19 Cactus Pear 9-10 Holiday Market Walk Music Festival Days 4th of July Fireworks 16 Fall Harvest Festival 22-23 Boerne Spring Antiques Show Shows 23-24 Boerne Fall 27-29 Just Between 19 Star Party Antiques Show Friends Sale 29-30 Dickens on Main SEPTEMBER Through Dec- Old West MARCH Multiple Dates- Boerne Christmas Light Fest 13 Skateboard Oktoberfest Events Through Dec- Christmas Competition 3-6 Kendall County on the Ranch 14 Outdoor Family Fair Fair, Parade & 28 Community Rodeo DECEMBER Garage Sale 28 Thunderdash 3-4 A Walk in Bethlehem APRIL OCTOBER 7 & 14 The 4 Boerne Bierfest 3 Boerne Book & Arts Christmas Town 4 Spring Family Festival Fest 7-8 Oma’s Christmas 5 City Easter Egg Hunt 10-11 Key To The Hills Craft Fair 11 Parade of Artists Rod Run 7 Stocking Stroll 18 Texas Corvette 12 KurbisFest & 7 Weihnachts Parade Assn. Car Show Antique Tractor Pull 14-15 Christmas Market 18 “Mostly Native” 15-17 Just Between Days Plant Sale Friends Sale 21-22 Cowboy 24-25 Boerne 17 Sip & Savor Christmas Market Days Handmade Market 24 Boerne Boo 24 All British Car Day MAY 2 Hauptstrasse Quiltfest 3 Lemonade Day 9 Art Waddle See VISITBOERNE.ORG for more details and events.

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ABOUT BOERNE

YEAR-ROUND EVENTS AND SERIES A Thirst for Nature Series

Learn about local ecology with a cocktail in hand on the last Thursday of the month at the Cibolo Nature Center.

Boerne Community Theatre Performances

The BCT has a year-round schedule of can’t miss performances.

Boerne Concert Band Performances

The band plays throughout the summer and for holidays year-round.

Boerne Market Days

2nd weekend of each month, vendors fill Main Plaza.

Boerne Performing Arts

Fine arts performance series held at Champion High School Auditorium.

Concerts in the Cave

The Cave Without A Name presents regular concerts in the Queen’s Throne Room.

Farmers Markets

Farmers Market at the Cibolo- Every Saturday, March-November, at the Historic Herff Farm Homestead.

1905 Farmers Market- Every Wednesday at the Kendall Co. Fairgrounds

Hot Rod Nights

A old-fashioned street party out in front of Soda Pops. Twice a month, Spring-Fall

Live at the Library

Most 3rd Thursdays, live music fills the air from the amphitheater behind the library.

Moondance Concerts

Live music series at the Cibolo Nature Center. Spring-Fall

EVENT SPOTLIGHTS Dickens on Main

November 29-30, 2019

20th annual celebration officially kicks off the holiday season! Family fun, food, entertainment, music and shopping.

Spring Antiques Show February 22-23, 2020

Exhibitor booths overflowing with the finest American antiques found in the market today.

Boerne Bierfest April 4, 2020

Celebrate all things craft beer! Sample a wide variety of Hill Country brews and possibly participate in a Stein Hoist or a Keg Toss if you're feeling particularly strong.

Texas Corvette Assn. Car Show April 18, 2020

The Hill Country Mile will be lined with Corvettes of all colors! Register your own car to enter or come check them out.

Boerne Handmade Market April 24-25, 2020

2 days of shopping and fun featuring a wide variety of handmade goods including jewelry, clothing, decor, art, body products and more.

Events listed in ORANGE take place on the Hill Country Mile

Art Waddle May 8-10

Stroll through "The Flats" for a tour of beautiful Boerne homes and shop for art by local artists. This festive event is a fun, family event.

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Bechants Exquisite Unique Personal

Baby

Fine Gifts Fine Jewelry Fragrances Kitchen Perfumes Shoes Stationery 830-816-7777

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Healthy Living Home Women’s Clothing Bechants.com

Located in downtown Boerne at 194 South Main Street.

Open Monday through Saturday, 10am until 5pm.

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A World of Delightful Choices Deli Open Daily 11am to 3pm 210 South Main Street Boerne, Texas 78006 830-331-9355 | BoerneEpicure.com

Bechants Men’s

Exquisite Unique Personal

305 South Main Street Boerne, Texas 78006 830-249-9879 GetDressed@BechantsMens.com BechantsMens.com

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BoerneWineCompany.com “Delicious is only the beginning...”

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SHOPPING Architectural Salvage

Boerne Farmhouse 1499 S Main St 830.331.1391 Architectural salvage & home goods

Antiques/ Vintage

Carousel Antiques 1188 S Main St 830.249.9306 Flashback Funtiques 248 S Main St 830.331.2200 Hill Country Antiques 112 S Main St 830.249.8979

Johns Road Antique Mall 850 Johns Rd 830.249.7464 Lady Lina 223 S. Main St 830.929.5188 Vintage home & floral; gifts, jewelry Laurie Saunders 179 S Main St 830.331.8088 Antiques and interiors, gifts, unique treasures Redbird Retro 106 S Main St 830.331.8979 Retro and vintage items, nostalgia

1499 S. MAIN ST. • 830.331.1391 Next to Dog & Pony Grill

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Serendipity on Main 195 S Main St 830.331.7227 Antiques, jewelry, dĂŠcor, Texas Trails Gallery Southern Voice 704 N. Main 830.331.2295 Vintage-inspired shopping in a cute Victorian cottage The Sanctuary for the Vintage Soul 615 S Main St #100 830.331.8880 Vintage furniture, home & garden, clothing & accessories

Clothing/ Accessories Alley on Main 152 S Main St 830.249.3339

Bechants Mens 305 S Main St 830.249.9879 Fine mens clothing and, gifts Boutique Chloe Rose 136 S Main St 830.331.9410 Celeste 140 S Main St 830.249.9660 Daisy Pearl 322 S Main St 830.331.1349 Dang Sassy 438 S Main St 830.331.9171 The Dienger Trading Co. 210 N Main St 830.331.2225 Boutique, bookshop, bakery, bistro, espresso bar Ella Blue 146 S Main St 830.249.6336

SHOPPING

Joli Boutique 189 S Main St 830.816.5560 Of a Muse 233B S Main St 830.331.9455 Bohemian-inspired clothing

The Pearl Antler 312 River Rd 830.331.7340 Pixie 129 S Main St 830.331.7241

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Furniture & Gifts

Traditions at the Depot 518 S Main St 830.816.2795 Ladies apparel, jewelry, shoes & accessories Uptown Chic 153 S Main St #100 830.331.9800

Garden/Nature

A Little Nature Store 106 E Theissen St 830.249.2281 The Shed Garden Shoppe 615 S Main St 210.237.8075

259 Home Market 259 S Main St 830.331.8889 Bechants 194 S Main St 830.816.7777 A collection of specialty shops in a department store setting.

Calamity Jane’s Trading Co. 404 S Main St 830.249.0081 Casa Decor 31007 IH-10W 830.755.2337 Catrina’s Interiors 705 S Main St 830.331.9010 Award-winning custom furniture- a Taste of Texas!

Corner Cartel 265 S Main St 830.249.8192 7,000 sq. ft. of

antiques, décor, home & gifts COSAS 39360 IH-10W 830.249.1500 Cielo Mercantile 334 S Main St 830.249.0677 Double R Drygoods 412 River Rd 830.331.2412 Jac’s Personal Touch 170 S Main St 830.249.3003 La Te Da 133 S Main St 830.249.1817 The Sanctuary for the Vintage Soul 615 S Main St 830.331.8880 Vintage furniture, home & garden destination

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Shopping with Siobhain 107 E San Antonio Ave/ 830.331.1201 322 S Main St/ 830.331.2337 One-of-a-kind finds, antiques, Texana The Victorian Rose 116 S Main St 830.331.7375 Gifts from the heart

Resale/Thrift

Cutie Patootie 233 S Main St 830.249.1654 Daly Finds 455 S Main St 830.537.5549 Vintage goods, designer clothing & accessories Fabulous Finds 934 N School St 830.331.1021

Hill Country Animal League Thrift Store 115 W Bandera Rd 830.249.8040 Open Hearts Resale 207 E Theissen St 830.248.1735 Random Hangers 122 W Advogt 830.331.2219 Rustic Heart Resale & Vintage Treasures 720 Johns Rd 830.484.4440

SHOPPING Seasons Gift & Thrift 17 Old San Antonio 830.249.1436 The Sister’s Attic 316 W Highland Dr 830.249.0020 Two Trick Pony 346 S Main St 830.331.1366

Specialty Stores Beatitude Bridal 208 E Blanco Rd 830.331.1311

The Christmas Shoppe 132 S Main St 830.816.2176 Where It’s Christmas Every Day Fickle Pickles 1188 S Main St 830.249.9306 From Scratch Farm 347 N Main St Ste A 830.331.7474 Mommy 2B 210 E Blanco Rd 830.816.5918

the Sanctuary for the vintage soul

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Flowers

The Flower Shop 827 N Main St 830.816.2042 Fresh &silk flowers, gifts, home decor fresh urban FLOWERS 616 E Blanco Rd 830.816.5778

Gourmet/ Kitchen Twin Sisters Home & Flooring 1407 S Main St 830.331.2127

Books

Bookshop Under the Windmill Patrick Heath Public Library 451 N Main St 830.249.3053

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The Dienger Trading Co. 210 N Main St 830.331.2225 Best-sellers, Christian, cookbooks & more A Little Nature Store 106 E Theissen St 830.249.2281 Nature & children's books

Boerne Epicure Gourmet Market 210 S Main St 830.331.9355 Deli; Gourmet food products Texas Gourmet Pantry 233 S Main St 830.331.2259 Texas food products, baskets Kiss the Cook 113 E Theissen St 830.249.3637

Jewelers

Boerne Jewelers 231 S Main St 830.331.9140 Fine jewelry, gifts, watch repair James Avery Jewelers 211 W Bandera Rd 830.331.6169 Morrell Jewelry 134 E Bandera Rd 830.249.4092 Plaza Taxco 153 Main St 830.331.2147 The Silver Queen 130 S Main St 830.249.9708 Sun of A Brave 126 S Main St 830.249.5766

Music Store

Hillje Music Center 470 S Main St #2 830.331.1053

Hearts’ Home Acoustics 109 Oak Park Dr 830.331.9840

Wheeler’s Feed & Outfitters 32450 IH-10W 830.249.2656

Pet

Wine & Accessories

Fetch & Friskers Barkery 701 S Main St 830.331.2663 Pet’s Barn 214 W Bandera Rd 210.727.1653 Red Crest Pet Shop 319 N Main St 830.249.3191

Western

SHOPPING

Boerne Cork & Keg 153 S Main St 830.331.2675 The Boerne Wine Company 302 S Main St 830.331.9424 Enomatic wine dispensers, humidor, cigars, patio

Billy’s Western Wear 1490 S Main St 830.249.3843 Western wear & accessories Boerne Boot & Hide 233 S Main St 830.444.8043 Custom leather goods; repair

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Texas-Made Salsas, Rubs, Marinades, Dips, Candy, Brittle, Jellies, Jams, Cobblers, Pickles, Peppers, Local Honey & More 259 S. Main St I 830.331.8889 259brantleysbistro.com

233 S Main I 830.331.2259 TexasGourmetPantry.com

Boerne Boot & Hide

Boot & Shoe Repair I Cobbler & Livery I Custom Leatherwork Saddle Tack & Repair

Ceramic & Canvas Painting Gifts•Parties•Walk-Ins Welcome

BootAndHide.com

MakersPlaceBoerne.com

830-444-8043

233 S. Main I 830.331.8191 Tu-Sa 11-6 Sun 12-4

830.388.6361 (Old Town)

Guys & Gals Clothing

830.331.9455 Ofamuse.com

Fine Jewelry & Watch Repair • •

Expert Service & Repair of Luxury & Brand Name Watches & Clocks .

Jewelry Design, Appraisal, Repair & Manufacturing

231 S. Main St 830.331.9140

BoerneJewelers.com

In Old Town

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PURESÓLSPA & SALT CAVE Just inside Tapatio Springs Hill Country Resort, you’ll find Puresòlspa, a world-class spa and salt cave. Services include Vichy capsule service, body treatments, antiaging facials, signature massages, Yogain-the-Cave, singing bowl therapy, and meditation.

Unique in its nature, Puresòlspa has its roots in Poland, home to the Wielicza Salt Mine.

Thousands of visitors seek treatment in the mines' rehabilitation rooms each year for respiratory, cardiovascular and other illnesses. Having been raised in the salt cave industry in Poland, spa owner Beata Huzarka Hatley brought this experience to Boerne and has continued a legacy of care for residents and visitors.

The therapeutic salt cave has a negativeion charged climate that allows guests to naturally absorb the rich minerals as they breathe, making for both a healthy and

relaxing escape.

Beata has also created an organic, Eco-certified product line utilizing the salts in everything from lotions to scrubs and more.

Spa packages and monthly memberships are also available.

Great food prepared from unique recipes.

Award-winning Craft Beer brewed onsite!

“BEST OF THE BEST

Daily 11a-9p Fri/Sat 11a-10p “Ducky” Hour 3-6 Weekdays

402 River Rd 830.248.DUCK

The Dodging Duck

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IRON STAG

SCRATCH KITCHEN FRESH & SAVORY FOOD FROM THE GRILL. EVERYTHING MADE TO ORDER & IN-HOUSE.

CRAFT COCKTAIL BAR THE HILL COUNTRY'S FINEST COCKTAILS. HAND-CRAFTED WITH THE BEST INGREDIENTS.

PRIVATE VENUE

THE IRON STAG CAN CREATE THE PERFECT EVENT FOR YOU & YOUR GUESTS. THE AMBIENCE OF THE WARMLY-LIT ROOM WITH A GRAND 2-STORY BOOKCASE MAKES FOR THE PERFECT BACKDROP. 911 S MAIN ST BOERNE, TX OPEN FOR DINNER TUE-SAT

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DINING American/ Classics

Chili’s Grill & Bar 601 W Bandera Rd at IH-10 830.249.8558 Cibolo Creek Brewing Co 488 S Main St 830.816.5275 Denny’s 435 W Bandera Rd 830.816.2300 Dog & Pony Grill 1481 S Main St 830.816.7669

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Double L Bar & Grill Tapatio Springs Hill Country Resort 1 Resort Way 830.537.4612 Hungry Horse Restaurant 109 S Saunders St 830.816.8989 Longhorn Café 369 S Esser Rd 830.331.4011 PoPo Family Restaurant 829 FM 289 at IH-10 (Welfare) 830.537.4194

Soda Pops Patio Grill & Bar 103 N Main St 830.331.8799 SAUCED Wing Bar 215 W Bandera Rd 830.331.4398

Asian

Lung Fung 1004 N Main St 830.249.6185 Sarika’s Thai Café 109 Waterview Pkwy 830.249.1070

Shang Hai 430 W Bandera Rd 830.249.4982

Bakery/Coffee

Bear Moon Bakery 410 S Main St 830.816.2327 Black Rifle Coffee Company 101 S. Main St 830.428.6736 Boerne Grill/Daily Grind 141 S Main St 830.249.4677 The Dienger Trading Co 210 N Main St 830.331.2225

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Dunkin Donuts 214 W Bandera Rd 830.331.2251 La Tienda Tapatio Springs Hill Country Resort 1 Resort Way 830.537.4612 M&M Donuts 1415 E Blanco Rd 830.249.7929 Snowflake Donuts & Kolaches 1222 S Main St/ 1685 River Rd #100 830.249.8686 Starbucks Coffee 35065 IH-10W 830.249.0728 The Bubble Tea Factory 1415 E Blanco Rd 830.331.2192 The Wander'N Calf Espresso Bar & Bakery The Bevy Hotel 101 Herff Rd 830.816.5606

BBQ

BlackBoard BBQ 1123 FM 1376/ Sisterdale Rd 830.324.6858 Fritze’s BBQ 926 N Main St 830.331.9903 Klein Smokehouse 342 N Main St 830.249.8063

Smokey Mo’s 1685 River Rd 830.331.2633

Beer Gardens Drink Texas Biergarten 265 S Main St 830.331.2152

Random Beer Garden 11 Upper Cibolo Creek Rd 830.428.3026 The RoundUp Outdoor Music Venue 531 FM 3351 830.428.3231

Bistro/ Sandwich

259 Brantley’s Bistro 259 S Main St 830.331.8889 Bumdoodlers 929 N Main St 830.249.8826 Boerne Epicure Gourmet Market 210 S Main St 830.331.9355 Cibolo Creek Brewing Co 488 S Main St 830.816.5275

PIZZA WOOD

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SPIRITS

DINING Italian/Pizza

The Dienger Trading Co 210 N Main St 830.331.2225

Food Truck Parks

The Pavilion 826 Johns Rd 210.218.2026 Random Beer Garden 11 Upper Cibolo Creek Rd 830.428.3026

The RoundUp Outdoor Music Venue 531 FM 3351 830.428.3231

German

Dodging Duck Brewhaus 402 River Rd 830.248.3825 Little Gretel 518 River Rd 830.331.1368

Bella Sera 812 N Main St 830.816.5577 Broken Stone Pizza 1022 N Main St 830.331.9020 Inferno’s Wood Fired Oven & Spirits 1540 River Rd 830.331.2023 Valeria Ristorante Italiano 109 Waterview #105 830.331.1393 Z’s Wood Fired Pizza 118 Old San Antonio Rd 830.331.1212

Mexican/Latin/ Tacos

Casa Amaya Pupuseria 608 E Blanco Rd 830.331.9011 Centinela 215 W Bandera Rd 830.249.2023 El Rio 1361 S Main 830.249.9846 Mague’s Café 934 N Main St 830.249.9168 Mary’s Tacos 518 E Blanco Rd 830.249.7474 Taco Cabana 433 W Bandera Rd 830.249.5500 Taqueria Guadalajara 1234 S Main St 830.249.1467

Boerne Taco House 209 Lohmann 830.331.2874

If you haven’t discovered us yet, you are in for a treat.

Make your reservations for a culinary experience with internationally trained Chef Keith Kuhn.

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WARM UP WITH A COFFEE CRAWL

Plan your entire day around sipping on a quality brew, a serious espresso or a perfectly decorated latte!

The Dienger Trading Co. (210 N. Main) They bring locally roasted (just down the road in SA) Merit Coffee to their historic location.

Black Rifle Coffee Company (101 S. Main) Pop into this popular brand's FIRST EVER brick and mortar location!

Boerne Daily Grind (141 S. Main) Their coffees are sourced from the Texas Coffee Traders in Austin, TX. Bear Moon Bakery (410 S. Main) Keeping it Texas Hill Country, their coffees are roasted over in Gruene, TX The Bubble Tea Factory (1415 E Blanco Rd) Have your custom latte art PRINTED on your drink.

The Wander’n Calf (101 Herff) Hop in the car and head over to The Bevy for a Pour Over you won't soon forget.

Craft Beer & Wine Meets Craft Pizza.

830.331.1212

118 Old San Antonio Rd Zswoodfiredpizza.com

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Smoothies/ Juice

The Local Juice Co 215 W Bandera Rd (Coming Soon) Smoothie King 228 W Bandera Rd 830.331.2400

Sweet Treats

Baskin-Robbins 214 W Bandera Rd 830.331.2251 Kelani Yogurt 463 S Main St 830.331.9636 Geri’s Pies 929 N Main St 830.249.8826

Smallcakes Cupcakery 161 S Main St 830.541.7105 Sugar Shack 104 E San Antonio Ave 830.331.8799 Salty & Sweet 123 N Main St 830.331.1330 Tootie Pie Co 129 Industrial Dr 210.737.6600

DINING Upscale Casual The Bevy Provision Co. The Bevy Hotel 101 Herff Rd 830.816.5606 The Creek Restaurant 119 Staffel St 830.816.2005 Cypress Grille 170 S Main St 830.248.1353 Iron Stag Restaurant & Bar 911 S Main St 830.331.2099

La Cascada Table & Bar Tapatio Springs Hill Country Resort 1 Resort Way 830.537.4612 O’Brien’s 848 Hwy 46 (Bergheim) 830.229.5600 Peggy’s on the Green 128 W Blanco Rd 830.572.5000 Valeria Ristorante Italiano 109 Waterview #105 830.331.1393

Sun-Wed 11a-10p Thu-Sat 11a-11p 215 W Bandera Rd 830.331.4398 We believe the secret to being the best place to eat in Boerne is to make great food fresh every day, charge reasonable prices & provide excellent service in a fun, sports-bar setting!

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DOG-FRIENDLY EATERIES Boerne offers a variety of pet-friendly restaurants so you can take your BFF (best friend, Fido!) with you when you are enjoying a meal or a drink in town.

While service dogs are always welcome, the following restaurants welcome all dogs in their outdoor seating areas (as long as they adhere to the individual policies of the restaurant): • Bear Moon Bakery • Boerne Grill/The Daily Grind • Brantley’s 259 Bistro • Cibolo Creek Brewing Co. • The Dienger Trading Co. • Dodging Duck Brewhaus • Dog & Pony Grill • Drink Texas Biergarten • Little Gretel • Random Beer Garden • The RoundUp • Soda Pop’s Patio Bar and Grill

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Hours of Operation

Lunch : Tuesday - Sunday 11:00 - 2:00 Dinner : Tuesday - Saturday 5:00 - 9:00 Closed Monday

www.cypressgrilleboerne.com

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LODGING Hotels/Motels

Best Western Inn & Suites 36756 IH-10W 830.249.1212 The Bevy 101 Herff Rd 830.816.5606 A Doubletree by Hilton; Hotel and Conference Center Comfort Inn & Suites 35000 IH-10W 830.249.6800

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Rental Properties Days Inn 35150 IH-10W 830.249.9791 Fairfield Inn & Suites 6 Cascade Caverns Rd, 830.368.4167 (Pictured Pg 41) Hampton Inn & Suites 34935 IH-10W 830.816.8800

The Kendall 128 W Blanco Rd 830.249.2138 Motel 6 1228 S Main St 830.249.3562 The William 170 S Main St 361.420.1270 (Pictured)

A Little Piece of Heaven 404 Lott St 210.255.0882 Acorn B & B 107 HWY 46 W 830.249.0470 Alamo Fiesta Cabins 33000 IH-10W 830.249.4700

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August House B & B 109 W Evergreen St 830.249.4964 Boerne Birdhouse 508 Graham St 210.861.7333 Boerne Bungalow 516 Frey St 210.884.8973 Boerne River House 712 River Rd 210.857.4852 Boerne River Walk Studio 512 River Rd 830.249.2083 Bungalow 202 202 Ebner St 830.446.1410 Charming Home Downtown Boerne 109 Roeder St 210.884.6407 The Coop 310 S Brackenridge St, 210.573.6146 (Pictured Pg 43)

Cooper's Cottage 101 Hughs St 415.342.5337 Cottage at Creekside 507 W San Antonio St 703.463.6122 Cozy Boerne Home 130 Cibolo Basin Dr 210.777.1979 Depot Cottage 622 Rosewood Ave 210.885.4651 Downtown Sunny Hedge 136 Phil Wilson 210.286.2631 Duck Inn 609 Plant Ave 210.326.0679 The Garden House 109 W Evergreen St 830.249.4964 The Garden House on Pecan 116 Pecan St 830.456.8180

LODGING

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The Green House 126 Bess St 832.641.8217 Hawk's Roost 418 W Irons St 713.253.4340 Hill Country Getaway 110 Stonegate S 210.897.0513 Hill Country Tower & Cabin 39665 IH-10W 210.872.2378 The Inn at 701 701 E Theissen 830.446.1410 James St. Livery Guesthouse 111 James St 210.274.4051 James Street Sunday House 118 James St 830.446.9811

The Legendary Texas Polo Club at Phillip Manor Square 706 S Main St 830.816.5114 Little Red Barn 1 Mile from Main St 210.889.6899 Pecan Haus 149 Adler Rd 281.352.2310 Proud Mary's on the Creek 111 Brackenridge St 210.325.6390 Sealy Bed & Breakfast 117 Wanda St 830.816.5215 The Sunday House 122 Short St 210.563.9000 Walk Everywhere 113 E Highland Dr 210.361.5736 White Oak Cottage 129 E Evergreen St 210.316.5736

LODGING Yellow Ivy House 103 Cibolo Bridge 719.659.5497

RV Parks/ Campgrounds

Alamo Fiesta RV Park 33000 IH-10W 830.249.4700 Bergheim Campgrounds 103 White Water Rd 830.336.2235 Cascade Caverns RV Park 226 Cascade Caverns Rd 830.755.8080 Cave Without a Name 325 Kreutzberg Rd 830.537.4212

Top of the Hill RV Resort 12 Green Cedar Rd 830.537.3666

Reservation Services

Boerne Reservations 210.912.1315 VRBO.com airbnb.com homeaway.com

Guadalupe River State Park 3350 Park Rd 31 830.438.2656

Traditional German Authentic Czech & American Favorites

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

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THINGS TO DO Baseball

BLL Batting Tunnels 37550 IH-10W Batting cage; reservations on-line, or at Northrup Park The Dugout 132 Old San Antonio Rd 830.331.9408 Tunnel and cage rentals

Bowling

Boerne Turn Verein 221 E Theissen St 830.249.2271 Bowling alley and club

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Farmer’s Markets

Farmer’s Market at the Cibolo 33 Herff Rd Farmer’s market at 1850’s pioneer Herff Farmstead every Sat. 9a-1p (MarNov) 1905 Farmer’s Market Kendall County Fairgrounds 1307 River Road Wednesdays 3p-7p year-round Farmer’s market at 1850’s pioneer Herff Farmstead every Sat. 9a-1p (MarNov)

Flying

Boerne Stage Airfield 100 Boerne Stage Field 830.981.2345 Aircraft rentals, glider rides, hangar rental iFly San Antonio 15915 IH-10W (San Antonio) 210.762.4359 Indoor skydiving

Golf

Buckhorn Golf Course 36 FM 473

(Comfort) 830.995.5351 100-foot elevation change, creeks, valleys; pro shop

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WALK DOWN THE BOERNE BEER TRAIL Something’s always brewing in Boerne, and we mean that literally, because when it comes to craft beer, Boerne is home to several breweries and beer gardens scattered throughout town. So, hit the trail and discover three craft breweries situated along the Cibolo Trail in downtown Boerne.

Cibolo Creek Brewing Co. is a local favorite for their casual atmosphere, farm-fresh pub menu, and their craft beers located in a Victorian-era cottage with outdoor seating as well. Keep and eye out for regular creative small batch brews!

Dodging Duck Brewhaus While the food is excellent, it’s the beer that has won them 6 medals at the World Beer Championships and has brought them raving fans! Their indoor seating or outdoor patio space that overlooks the Cibolo Creek make this another local favorite.

Tusculum Brewing Co. just opened in fall 2019, but they are quickly becoming a fan favorite with their craft beers and tasty menu. Unwind after a fun-filled day in Boerne on their large outdoor patio with a group of friends.

CRAFT BEER. LIVE MUSIC FARM-TO-MARKET FOOD

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Tapatio Springs Hill Country Resort 1 Resort Way 855.627.2243 Championshiplevel golf, limestone cliffs, vistas. New clubhouse now open Top Golf 5539 N Loop 1604 (San Antonio) 210.202.2694 Point-scoring golf entertainment venue, food, bar

Horseback Riding

Diamond C Stables & Ranch 27030 Toutant Beauregard Rd 830.755.4911 Stricker Trail Rides 324 Wild Turkey Blvd 210.508.9349 Horseback trail rides

THINGS TO DO

Karting

Alamo Karts 25600 IH-10W 210.828.5511 Propane-fueled go karts Andretti Indoor Karting & Games 5527 N Loop 1604 W (San Antonio) 210.469.0700 Propane-fueled go karts

Movie Theater

AMC Classic Boerne 11 205 Old San Antonio Rd 830.549.4291 Digital first-run movies, wide seats

Museums/ Heritage

The AgriCultural Museum & Arts Center 102 City Park Rd 830.249.6007 Outdoor museum featuring exhibits of early farm life, blacksmith; Sat. 10a-4p or by appt.

Kuhlmann-King Historical House 402 E Blanco Rd 830.331.1033 German house dates to the 1880s; Open 2nd Sat. 12-3p

Nature

Cascade Caverns 226 Cascade Caverns Rd 830.755.8080 “Texas’ Original

Living Cavern".

Gift shop, pavilion, picnic area.

Breathtaking Cathedral Room.

Tours daily. Call for special Adventure and Flashlight tours RV/camping Cave Without A Name 325 Kreutzberg Rd 830.537.4212 Designated as a National Natural Landmark. Breathtaking formations range from delicate straws to huge columns.

Daily tours, gift shop, pavilion, picnic areas, camping/ RV sites.

Regular “Concerts in the Cave” in the Queen's Throne Room

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Cibolo Nature Center & Farm 140 City Park Rd 830.249.4616 4 unique ecosystems all in one park, ready for exploration

Obstacle Gym NinjaCity 129 Old San Antonio Rd 210.236.7498 Climbing and obstacle gym, based on the hit show American Ninja Warrior

Painting/Pottery Boerne Board & Brush 206 W. Highland #101 830.445.4127 Wood-sign workshops

Gina Marie’s Art Studio 347 N Main St 210.725.5518 Paint-n-sip, classes Maker’s Place 233 S Main St (Olde Town) 830.331.8191 Pottery and canvas painting; parties

Pampering/ Spas

Bella Salud Massage 28991 I-10W #240 830.688.3708 Beyond Bliss Nail Salon & Spa 515 N Main St 830.331.2824 Face Time Spa 123 Pecan St 830.331.8445 Healthy Skin Spa 31007 IH-10W #10 210.215.1533

Massage Matters 930 E Blanco Rd #800 830.331.8480 Puresól Spa & Salt Cave 1 Resort Way (at Tapatio Springs Resort) 830.537.5010 Simply Serene Salon & Spa 512 N Main St 830.331.1103 Tan UR Hide 265 N Main St 830.522.5459 Therapeutic Massage by Donna 802 E Blanco Rd 830.446.0786 Therapeutic Massage Clinic 10014 Johns Rd 830.816.2621

Treat

Life is Sweet,

Acaî Bowls, Juice Bar, Boosts, Botanical Blends , Power Smoothies

Rodeo

Tejas Rodeo Co 401 Obst Rd (Bulverde) 830.980.2226 Family-friendly rodeo

Skate

Boerne Skate Park 524 Adler St 830.248.1635 7,500 sq.ft. plazastyle skateboard park; adjacent playground and open field for play

Theme Parks

SeaWorld San Antonio 10500 Sea World Dr 210.520.4732 Six Flags Fiesta Texas 17000 IH-10W (San Antonio) 210.697.5050

YO Self Kelani

makes it Better!

Illy espresso, Froyo, Sorbet, Crepes, Frappés, Cones, Waffles & Floats

463 S. Main Street 830-331-9636 M-F 7:30am Open for Breakfast

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Walking Tours

Boerne Walking Tours 75-minute history, legends and lore tour, downtown Boerne. Seasonal.

Book on-line at: boernewalking tours.com Hill Country Food Tours 3 hour culinary and cultural food tour in Boerne, Saturdays Schedule on-line at: hillcountry foodtours.com

Water Sports/ Rentals

Bergheim Campgrounds & River Outfitter 103 White Water Rd 830.336.2235 Canoe, kayak, tube rentals

Hill Country Paddle Sports 210.842.4057 Paddle board and kayak rentals and lessons; seasonal, at Boerne City Lake Park Trisum Sailing 210.793.2278 Sailing lessons &, charters at Boerne City Lake Park

THINGS TO DO Open Range Tours 830.391.9336 Shabby Bus 325.347.2615 Tours with Pizzazz 210.557.2461

Zipline

Alpine Tower & Zipline 103 Waring Welfare Rd 830.537.3156

Wine & Brew Tours

ARC's Wine Tours 210.602.8675 Custom wine, beer and spirits tours Boerne Travel 830.331.8899 Custom wine tours; full-service travel agency Off the Vine Wine Tours 830.307.4014

Fresh & Silk Flower Arrangements Antiques & Gift Shop Weddings & Events Fruit, Gourmet & Gift Baskets BOERNE HAUPTSTRASSE CULTURAL FOOD TOUR

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OUTDOORS CITY PARKS AND TRAILS www.boerne-tx.gov/parks - 830.248.1635

VETERANS PLAZA

BOERNE CITY LAKE PARK

(1 City Lake Rd) 100-acre park offers swimming, a fishing pier, boat dock and ramp, bird observation blind, volleyball court, covered playground, 9-hole Frisbee golf, picnic units with grills, trails, fire rings and more. Motorized watercraft are not permitted, but paddle boards and kayaks can be rented on site during peak season.

Public restrooms available.

BOERNE CITY PARK

(106 City Park Rd) A unique athletic facility and park. Includes tennis courts, playground, Municipal Pool, The AgriCultural, and Cibolo Nature Center.

Public restrooms available.

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(140 City Park Rd, 830.249.4616) 100 acres of Hill Country trails, wilderness and a historic farm, that provides education, research, entertainment and outdoor activities. The weekly (Mar.-Nov.) Farmers Market is located at the Herff Farm; 33 Herff Rd. Public restrooms available.

KINDERPARK

(111 Water St) The most child-friendly park in town. Play equipment is shaded by century-old oak trees and is appropriate for a wide range of ages.

RIVER ROAD PARK

of photo opportunities! Public restrooms available.

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(801 S Main St) This park includes a Walk of Honor, memorial plaques, and is handicapped accessible.

NORTHRUP PARK

(37550 IH-10 W) A premier sports facility that offers a variety of sports fields, sand volleyball and basketball courts, and more.

Public restrooms available.

MAIN PLAZA & WATERWORKS TERRACE

(100 N Main St) Located in the heart of Downtown Boerne, many events are held on the lawn where the gazebo takes center stage. Public restrooms available.

CIBOLO TRAIL

(North Trail head: 100 N Main St, South Trail head: 106 City Park Rd) 3.15-mile linear park. The Cibolo Trail follows Cibolo Creek and extends from Main Plaza and The Kendall to City Park. Users can move in and out of the famed Hill Country Mile from the trail.

CURREY CREEK TRAIL

(1017 Adler St) 0.5-mile linear park The Currey Creek trail head is located at the Parks and Recreation Offices (1017 Adler Rd) and winds 0.5 miles to Blanco Rd.

OLD NO. 9 TRAIL

(358 Esser Rd) 1.5-mile linear park This trail follows the Old No. 9 Railway through town. The Patrick Heath Public Library is connected to the trail by a extension and bridge!

THINGS TO DO

KENDALL CO. PARKS www.co.kendall.tx.us - 830.537.3470

JAMES KIEHL RIVER BEND PARK

(118 River Bend Rd, Comfort) A secluded park perfect for fishing, paddling, swimming and relaxing along the Guadalupe River.

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(716 FM 289, Comfort) Stocked pond, bird blinds, 2 miles of walking trails, picnic areas and pavilions. The Ring Mountain Event Center is located on the hill top with panoramic views of the countryside.

KREUTZBERG CANYON

(143 Mark Twain Dr) 117-acre scenic canyon with Guadalupe River frontage allowing public river access. Trails, birding, wildlife viewing, as well as fossil and nature study.

AREA STATE PARKS GUADALUPE RIVER STATE PARK

(3350 Park Rd 31) The closest State Park to Boerne, a mere 20 min. drive on Hwy 46 East. Hiking, swimming, fishing, canoeing and camping. Combined with adjacent Honey Creek State Natural Area, this park encompasses 4,200 acres of Texas Hill Country habitat.

OLD TUNNEL STATE PARK

(10619 San Antonio Rd, Fredericksburg, 866.978.2287) Located in Kendall Co., 13 miles north of Comfort on Old San Antonio Rd. Bats emerge nightly (May-Oct.) from a 930-foot abandoned railway tunnel.

Bat viewing is open to the public. Call 866.978.2287 for latest emergence times.

FAMILY FUN CHECKLIST Art al Fresco Make it an adventure to find all of the public art pieces around town Boerne City Lake Park Have a blast in or out of the water!

Boerne Skate Park 7,500 sq. ft. plaza-style skate park Boerne Trails System 3 Great trails to explore and get you around town TWO Caves Explore Boerne down-under at Cave Without a Name and/or Cascade Caverns Cibolo Nature Center and Farm A beloved attraction full of trails and 4 unique

ecosystems nestled along the Cibolo Creek KinderPark Awesome park + playground for all ages; Fully fenced Maker’s Place Walk-in family fun! Painting, pottery and parties Guadalupe River State Park River access, miles of trails and educational programs Random Craft beer garden for adults, Monster Bounce for the kids, food trucks, casual Horseback Riding Hit the trail for a true Texas Hill Country adventure!

Salty and Sweet Retro candy, treats by the pound, freshmade popcorn and pretzels Farmers Markets There are now TWO farmers markets; check them out on

Wednesdays and Saturdays Sugar Shack 50’s-style ice cream parlor and arcade!

Ninja City Burn off some energy American Ninja Warrior style

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SPIRITS

Breweries

Boerne Brewery 9 Hill View Ln 830.331.8798 Microbrewery. Tours and Tastings: Fri 2p5p; Sat 1p-4p Cibolo Creek Brewing Co.* 448 S Main St 830.816.5275 Craft Beer. Farm-totable food. Friendly, neighborhoodstyle pub. Closed Tuesdays.

Dodging Duck Brewhaus* 402 River Rd 830.248.3825 Award-winning craft beer and an eclectic menu Tusculum Brewing Co. 236 S. Main St 830.428.0596

Distilleries

Hill Country Distillers 723 Front St (Comfort) 830.995.2924

Full Service Travel Agency

All Inclusives I Cruises I Tours Custom European Trips Private Jet Service I Local Wine Tours I Airport Transportation Travel Insurance No Extra Booking Fees, Low Deposits & Payment Plans

info@boernetravel.com BoerneTravel.com 624 N. Main Ste. #203 *By Appt Only

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Wineries

Bending Branch Winery* 142 Lindner Branch Trail (Comfort) 830.995.2948 The Branch on High Tasting Room 704 High St (Comfort) 830.995.3394 Newsom Vineyards Tasting Room 717 Front St (Comfort) 806.549.6732

Saint Tryphon Vineyard & Farm 24 Wasp Creek Rd 830.777.6704 Singing Water Vineyards* 316 Mill Dam Rd (Comfort) 830.995.2246 Sister Creek Vineyards 1142 Sisterdale Rd (Sisterdale) 830.324.6704 See Pg 49 for wine and brew tour services.

Food Trucks & Pavilions Random Beer Garden* 11 Upper Cibolo Creek Rd 830.428.3026 Craft beer, live music, familyfriendly fun The Roundup Outdoor Music Venue* 531 FM 3351 830.428.3231 Beer/full bar, family-friendly

Spirits/ Taverns

Centinela Mexican Restaurant & Bar 215 W Bandera Rd 830.249.2023 Chili’s Grill & Bar 601 W Bandera Rd 830.249.8558

Cypress Grille 170 S Main St 830.248.1353 Drink Texas Biergarten* 265 S Main St (Olde Town) 830.331.2152 Drink Texas Boerne* 31138 IH-10W 830.755.6449 Iron Stag Restaurant & Bar* 911 S Main St 830.331.2099 Longbranch Saloon 817 N Main St 830.249.8223 Peggy’s on the Green* (Inside The Kendall) 128 W Blanco Rd 830.572.5000 Salvador Dobbs* 512 River Rd 830.249.5508

THINGS TO DO Wine Bars/ Stores Boerne Cork & Keg 153 N Main St 830.331.2675 Boerne Wine Company 302 S Main St 830.331.9424

* Venues with regularly scheduled LIVE MUSIC.

2nd Saturday/Sunday

Sat. Sun. 10-4 Sat 10-510-5 Sun 10-4 (year-round)

BoerneMarketDays.com Historic Main Plaza Antiques, collectibles, art, jewelry, home décor, plants, Texas hand-made originals, clothing, chic-bling & more!

210.844.8193

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TASTING TOUR TIPS

WHAT TO BRING: Tasty snacks, plenty of water, phone charger or power stick, cooler with ice for your wine purchases, cash for tips, blanket for an impromptu picnic.

WHEN TO VISIT: Tasting rooms are open year round and their hours vary, so check their websites for hours and special events. Spring and fall weekends are most popular, but you can avoid crowds by going on a weekday and in the summer or winter months.

WHO TO BRING:

Everyone! The adventurous couple, family members visiting town, a close group of friends, or just those with sophisticated pallets wanting to broaden their horizons will enjoy taking a tour. Some tasting room visitors will bring pets or older kiddos to relax on patios and enjoy live music. (Check with each location about bringing your pets)

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Unique Treasures & Gifts

Open 7 Days!

Mon-Sat 10-5 Ι Sun 10-4

Come By and See Us at One of Our Two Boerne Locations!

107 E. San Antonio Ave I 830.331.1201 1/2 block off Main Street by the Courthouse

322 S. Main Street I 830.331.2337

On the Hill Country Mile next to Boerne Wine Company

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THE ARTS Art al Fresco and Boerne’s Public Art Program

Enjoy Art al Fresco, Boerne’s walkable art adventure, where you can get up close and personal with large-scale sculptures placed throughout the historic Hill Country Mile, Boerne trail systems, library and more. Unlike a traditional gallery, we encourage guests to touch and take photos with the sculptures and challenge you to learn something new about the various mediums, shapes and inspiration behind the art. To add to your experience, download the Otocast app for a spoken tour, narrated by the artists.

VOTING for your favorites via our online survey, or at voting boxes around town. The fourth art al Fresco exhibit will be on display until March, 2020.

In addition to Art al Fresco, don’t miss Boerne’s permanent public art pieces, scattered throughout the downtown area, which include a bronze statue of Wild Bill Hickok at Main Plaza and “Father Gander” on River Road. Great for visitors and locals alike, be sure to make our public art a part of your visit to downtown Boerne!

After you enjoy a walking tour of the sculptures, become part of the art by

#boerneart artalfresco.org

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THINGS TO DO

Galleries Carriage House Gallery of Artists 110 Rosewood Ave, 830.248.1184 Set in a charming, light-filled stone cottage just off of Main Street, Carriage House Gallery is owned and operated by a group of artist-partners who create works of art in a diverse array of subjects and styles.

Studio 153 153 N Main St, 830.331.7227 Public art gallery and studio, Hill Country soaps, lotions, gifts, Opening Soon.

Texas Trails Gallery 195 S Main St, 830.331.7227 Gallery space inside Serendipity on Main features fine artwork, including beloved bluebonnet artist, Robert Harrison.

Texas Treasures Fine Art Gallery 605 S Main St, 830.816.5335 Fine art gallery representing nationallyacclaimed artists.

Large sculpture collection.

Gallery One-9-Five 195 S Main St, 830.331.9904 Owned and operated by local Hill Country artists. Paintings, photography, pottery, woodworking, sculpture, jewelry. (Pictured)

Carriage House Gallery OF ARTISTS fine art. . . at it’s finest

Voted ‘Best of the Best’ Fine Art Gallery in Boerne and Kendall County

come see why!

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monday & tuesday: by appointment wednesday - saturday: 10am - 5pm sunday: 12p - 5pm 110

rosewood avenue boerne, tx 78006 CarriageHouseGalleryTX.com

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Special Event!

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2019

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Performance Art

Boerne Performing Arts

is a nonprofit community organization who brings the world of performing arts to Boerne by presenting concerts that feature internationally acclaimed artists. Their performances dazzling audiences with world-class performers who provide an evening of entertainment unparalleled in the Texas Hill Country. For tickets/info go to boernerneperformingarts.com or call 830.331.9079.

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THINGS TO DO Boerne Community Theatre

is a non-profit performing arts company who produces a variety of shows throughout the year. They also present Teen Troupe shows, children’s summer drama camps and “Theatre on the Edge” for mature audiences. For more information, go to boernetheatre.org or call 830.249.9166

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DAYTRIPPING Boerne: The Hub of the Texas Hill Country

Many guests select Boerne as their “hub” during a visit to the Texas Hill Country because of its convenience to major airports, as well as the short distance to many other historic Texas towns. With gorgeous, year-round weather and a sunset that paints the Texas sky a vivid hue of orange, some people decide that they never want to leave! However, if you do get around to venturing out for the day, some of our recommendations are:

Austin (90 min)

The capitol of Texas, visit the Texas State Capitol, the Bob Bullock Museum, and 6th street, home to a multitude of live music venues, bars, and restaurants. Find multiple parks, Lake Austin, and don’t miss the LBJ Library on the campus of the University of Texas.

Bandera (30 min)

The self-proclaimed “Cowboy Capitol of the World” is a throwback to the days of the Old West.

Bandera was the starting point of the Great Western Cattle Trail during the latter 19th century. Today, the town is known for its abundance of saloons, honky-tonks,

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dude ranches, Main Street shopping, and its fierce loyalty to the Cowboy way.

Camp Verde (45 min) The 1854 site of

Jefferson Davis’ “Texas Camel Experiment”.

Robert E. Lee was said to have laid out the grounds, officer’s quarters, and camel pens while stationed in the area. The present-day incarnation of the site is a fabulous world-class shopping and dining destination with treasures from all over the world.

Fredericksburg

(45 min) is a German-heritage town that is home to many national museums and attractions, wineries, shops, galleries, and annual events, many which celebrate German heritage. Wildseed Farms, the nation’s largest working wildseed operation, and famous Luckenbach, Texas are must-visits while in the area.

Ingram (45 min)

is nestled on the banks of the Guadalupe between Kerrville and Hunt. Historic Old Ingram Loop is a

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working artists’ colony along the banks of the Guadalupe River. While you’re there, check out Stonehenge II—a life-sized replica of the original one—which sits on the grounds of Ingram’s Point Theater.

Kerrville (30 min)

sits along the banks of the Guadalupe River, which meanders through town. Kerrville has a vibrant downtown filled with retail stores, art galleries and restaurants. The Museum of Western Art and The Kerr Arts and Cultural Center are popular with art patrons. The James Avery Craftsman headquarters is also located outside of town.

AROUND THE COUNTY

is a fellow German-heritage Hill Country town that offers a variety of shopping, dining, and events that take place throughout the year, including popular WurstFest. Some of our very first settlers emigrated from New Braunfels, and we continue a shared history of our European influence.

Kendall County is home to Boerne, Bergheim, Sisterdale, Comfort, Waring and Welfare. Our county neighbors offer some gorgeous views, dance-halls, shopping, dining, and places to relax and take in the beauty of a Texas Hill Country sunset or a star-filled sky. The following are a few of the unique, character-filled places you’ll find around Kendall County!

San Antonio (20 min.) Vibrant, historic

Bergheim (10 min.) An unincorporated

New Braunfels (45 min)

San Antonio is filled with world-class museums, the hip Pearl Brewery, cultural attractions, and family activities including Six Flags Fiesta Texas theme park, Sea World, the Alamo, the historic missions, and the world-famous River Walk.

town whose German name means “Mountain Home”. Bergheim is the home of, O’Brien’s restaurant, The RoundUp Outdoor Music Venue, and Guadalupe River State Park.

Comfort

(15 min.) is famously unincorporated, and that’s exactly how the locals like it! A large number of fabulous antique dealers, whimsical retail stores, wineries, a distillery, arts and crafts, pottery stores, jewelry stores, and eclectic eateries make up the historic downtown district, where nearly every building is on the National Register of Historic Places.

Comfort offers may annual events, and they have a thriving retail scene.

Sisterdale (15 min.)

A once-thriving center of German abolitionism and Unionism, it became a quiet hamlet after the Civil War. Today, it features Sister Creek Vineyards, Saint Tryphon Farm and Vineyards, Sisterdale Saloon, and a handful of wonderful artisan shops. Also, don’t miss VisitBoerne.org | 61 out on Blackboard BBQ!

EVENT VENUES Inside the Boerne Area

Acorn B & B The AgriCultural Bella Sera Restaurant Best Western Inn & Suites Brantley's Bistro The Bevy Hotel & Conference Center Boerne Brewery Boerne City Lake Pavilion Burdick Community Center

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Cana Ballroom at. . St. Peters Cascade Caverns.

Pavilion Cave Without A Name Pavilion Cibolo Creek Brewing Co. Patio Cibolo Nature Center Comfort Inn & Suites Crow’s Nest/Longhorn.

Café Cypress Grille

The Dienger Trading Co. Dodging Duck .

Front Lawn Drink Texas Biergarten El Rio Party Room Enchanted Springs Ranch Fairfield Inn & Suites The Garden House on Pecan Hampton Inn & Suites

Herff Farm Hungry Horse Restaurant Inferno's Wood-fired Oven & Spirits Iron Stag The Kendall Kendall County Fairgrounds Kronkosky Place Little Gretel Makers Place Main Plaza, Gazebo & Waterworks Terrace Menger Springs Northrup Park Pavilion Patrick Heath Public Library & Amphitheater The Pavilion Food Park & Event Center Peggy’s on the Green Phillip Manor Square Random Beer Garden Sauced Wing Bar Patio Tusculum Halle Various Local Churches (Places of Worship List on Page 65)

EVENT VENUES Just North of Boerne (Comfort/Waring/ Welfare)

Bending Branch Winery Cherokee Rose Don Strange Ranch Gatherings on High Happy H Ranch The Haven River Inn Ingenhuett on High Joshua Creek Ranch Joshua Springs Park & Preserve Pavilion Kendall County Youth Ag & Equestrian Center Marquardt Ranch The Milestone Nelson City Dance Hall Ring Mountain Event Center Riven Rock Ranch

Singing Water Vineyard Spinelli’s Cathedral Welfare Gardens Events

East of Boerne

Kendall Plantation Park 31 The Roundup Outdoor Music Venue

Sisterdale/Kendalia Area

CW Hill Country Ranch Eagle Dancer Ranch Kendalia Halle The Oaks at Boerne Paniolo Ranch Rock Harbor Hill Country Lodge SisterCreek Ranch Sisterdale Dance Hall

Contact the Visitors Center for help selecting the perfect venue.

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RESOURCES Airport

San Antonio International Airport 9800 Airport Blvd San Antonio 210.207.3433 Boerne Stage Airfield 100 Boerne Stage Field 830.981.2345

Community

Boerne Chamber of Commerce 121 S Main St 830.249.8000 Boerne.org

Boerne Kendall Co. Economic Development 1221 S Main St #100 830.331.9070 KendallCountyEDC.com

Grocery

H-E-B Plus!

420 W Bandera Rd 830.816.2394 Wal-Mart Supercenter 1381 S Main St 830.249.6195

Hospital/Medical

Methodist Boerne Emergency Care 134 Menger Springs Rd (off IH-10) 830.331.3000 Promptu Immediate Care 1201 S Main St #118 830.815.1080 Main Street Urgent Care 1421 S Main St #111 830.249.9995

Library

Patrick Heath Public Library 451 N Main St 830.249.3053 BoerneLibrary.org

Residential Amy Dutton Realtor

210.279.6642

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RESOURCES

Post Office

Boerne Post Office 607 E Blanco Rd 830.249.2414

Transportation

Chauffeurs on Demand 210.887.5866 Airport pickup/drop off, weddings, venues, leisure and social events Hill Country Crown SUV 817.368.0279

Places of Worship

Boerne Bible Church Boerne Church of Christ Boerne Congregation Jehovah’s Witness Boerne First Baptist Church Boerne United Pentecostal Church The Church of Jesus Christ of LDS Cibolo Creek Community Church Community Bible Church

Currey Creek Church Faith Bible Church of Boerne First United Methodist Church of Boerne Hill Country Church at Fair Oaks Ranch Kendall County Cowboy Church Living Hope Church Assembly of God Messiah Lutheran Church nineteen:ten Church St. Helena’s Episcopal Church St. John’s Anglican Church St. John Lutheran Church St. Mark Presbyterian Church St. Peter’s Catholic Church Spring Creek United Methodist Church Trinity Presbyterian Church Unity Church of Boerne

Public Wi-Fi Hot Spots

Boerne Visitors Center 282 N Main St Main Plaza 100 N Main St Patrick Heath Public Library 451 N Main St River Road Park 415 River Rd

Travel Agent

Boerne Travel 830.331.8899 info@boernetravel.com

Visitors Services

Boerne Visitor Center 282 N Main St 830.249.7277 VisitBoerne.org

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Sunday Worship

8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

Adult & Children’s Bible Studies 9:15 a.m.

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The new Clubhouse features the upscale-

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