THE OFFICIAL BOERNE VISITOR GUIDE
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VISIT BOERNE STAFF Larry Woods, Director Jeanette Teague, Asst. Director Tori Bellos, Marketing Specialist Val Anderson, Groups Coordinator HILL COUNTRY MILE & SPECIAL PROJECTS Paul Barwick, Director Mary Woods, Project Manager PUBLISHER Dayna Cartwright Cartwright Media Group 215 W. Bandera Rd. Ste. #114-118 Boerne, TX 78006 210.365.6452 SALES/MARKETING Nick Cartwright, MPA Dayna Cartwright dayna@cartwrightmedia.com GRAPHIC DESIGN/LAYOUT Tori Bellos CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Noted on images and Dietert Historical Archives texasfreeway.com ® ©2023 Guest Magazine Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part without the express written permission of Publisher is strictly prohibited. ABOUT BOERNE 8 Boerne: Then & Now 10 Events & Festivities 12 Visit the Visitors Center DINING & DRINKING 14 Eats & Treats 16 Brunch Hot Spots 20 Treat Yourself 22 Beer, Wine, & Spirits 22 Live Music RETAIL THERAPY 24 Boerne Shops 30 Sip & Stroll PLAY IN BOERNE 34 Adventure & Outdoors 35 Caves 38 Heritage &Historical 38 Indoor Fun 38 Massage 40 Wine & Brew Tours 40 Workshops & Creativity 42 Art Around Town 50 Area Parks & Trails 53 Family Fun Checklist 54 Day Tripping LODGING 56 Hotels & Motels 57 Vacation Rentals 63 RV Parks & Campgrounds 63 Eclipses in Boerne PLAN 64 Plan an Event 66 Community Services CONTENTS ON THE COVER: Experience Boerne "down under" by visiting one of our two local caves, Cave Without a Name (pictured) and Cascade Caverns. See page 40 for more info. Photo by: Mike Jones
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BOERNE: THEN & NOW
Experience Boerne’s Old-World charm and modern-day amenities that make it a “Top Destination.”
Boerne has retained much of its German heritage and OldWorld charm, despite its proximity to nearby San Antonio. Its commitment to revitalizing iconic, architectural gems along Main Street and the Hill Country Mile are evident in the new lives that these beloved buildings now have as exciting businesses. Grab a free Historic Walking Tour map at the Visitors Center or download it on your phone and start exploring! There are local museums, including the Old Jail Museum, the Kuhlmann-King Historical
1850-60s
Complex, The AgriCultural Museum and Arts Center, and the Historic Herff Homestead located on the grounds of the Herff Farm at the Cibolo Center for Conservation. There are also two show caves in the area worth exploring — Cave Without a Name, and Cascade Caverns.
1850s
Business booms; gristmill, sawmill, blacksmith shop, livery stable, butcher shop, saloon and more open. The Old Reed House (now The Kendall) opens.
1880s 1900s
Boerne is incorporated. The first Kendall County Fair is held. Boerne is named “Boerne” in honor of Karl Ludwig Borne, a well known political writer who many Germanic settlers respected.
The Dienger Building is built and opened. The railroad begins daily treks from San Antonio. Three churches and five hotels are built in the Boerne area.
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Cascade Caverns and the Cave Without A Name open for public tours.
1930s
Historic Walking Tour
IH-10 is completed, and Boerne begins rapid growth in population and tourism.
1960s 1989 2000s 2019
The Cibolo Nature Center opens on Earth Day with a televised ceremony and memorial tree planting.
The Patrick Heath Public Library is constructed and opens in its current location. The Boerne Visitors Center opens its doors on the Hill Country Mile at 282 N. Main St!
The Historic Kendall County Jail is renovated and opened as The Old Jail Museum. Open for tours on Saturdays.
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10 | VisitBoerne.org 2023 EVENTS & FESTIVITIES Mark your calendars and check out visitboerne.org for even more events and information! : Fall Diva Night Events Calendar JANUARY 2-7: Kendall County Junior Livestock Show and Sale FEBRUARY 10-11: Boerne Chocolate Walk 16-18: Just Between Friends Sale 25-26: Boerne Spring Antique Show MARCH 24: Boerne Skate Battle 25: Community Garage Sale 25: Outdoor Family Fair 25: Boerne Bunny Hop APRIL 1: National Handmade Day 1: Spring Tractor Pull 13: Diva Night 15: KCFA Spring Craft Fair 22: Texas Corvette Association Open Car Show 22-23: Boerne Spring Craft Fair MAY 7: Lemonade Day 12-13: Art Waddle 12-13: Boerne Handmade Market JUNE 3: Boerne Family Fishing Tournament 10: Boerne Pride Walk 17: Bull Riding Blow-Out & Dance 24: Tour De Boerne JULY 4: Independence Day Fireworks 29: Hot Summer Night Tractor Pull AUGUST 11-13: Shop-A-Palooza SEPTEMBER 1-3: Kendall County Fair 16: Boerne Style Show and Shopping 23: Boerne Bierfest OCTOBER 7: Boerne Book and Arts Fest 7: Family Ranch Rodeo 12-14: Just Between Friends Sale 21: Wild Game Dinner 21: Barktoberfest 21: Boerne Boo 21: Fall Celebration and Plant Sale 21: Antique Tractor Pull and Harvest Festival 28: Trick-or-Treat Trail 28-29: KCFA Haunted House 28: Boerne Spooktacular : J. Repak
NOVEMBER
YEAR-ROUND EVENTS AND SERIES
Abendkonzerte (Summer)
Bluegrass Jam (Bi-monthly)
Black Rifle Block Party (Monthly)
Boerne Community Theatre Boerne Concert Band Performance Boerne Market Days (Monthly)
Boerne Performing Arts Farmers Market at the Herff (Weekly) Hops and Hot Rods
Live at the Library (Monthly)
Moondance Concerts (Monthly) Movies in the Park (Monthly-Summer) Night Hikes (Monthly)
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Boerne Stocking Stroll 2: Weihnachts Parade 2-3: Omas Christmas Crafts Fair 5-6: A Walk in Bethlehem
Toast to Olde Town
Cookie Crawl
Christmas Market
9: Diva Night 17-18: Boerne Fall Handmade Market 18: Texas Indian Artifact Show 18-19: Boerne Fall Antique Show 24-25: Dickens on Main Thanksgiving-Christmas: Old West Christmas Light Fest DECEMBER 1-2:
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15-17: Kinderfest 16-17: Cowboy
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12 | VisitBoerne.org STOP BY THE BOERNE VISITORS CENTER Start your adventure off right with help from the friendliest folks in town! • Large public parking lot on the Hill Country Mile • Knowledgeable staff and volunteers • Boerne, Hill Country, and State of Texas Information • Event planning assistance 282 N. MAIN ST. M-F, 8-5 pm / Sat, 10-2 pm VISITBOERNE.ORG (830) 249-7277 THE MOST INSTAGRAMMABLE SPOTS WHILE YOU #VISITBOERNE Tag @visitboerne on Instagram and Facebook. You may just be featured on-line or in print! FLASHBACK FUNTIQUES 248 S. Main #flashbackfuntiques @thewitmoreboys WANT TO STAY IN THE LOOP? Be the first to know about what's happening and what's new by subscribing to the monthly Boerne E-Newsletter! Subscribe: E-Newsletter
CHRISTMAS IN BOERNE!
VisitBoerne.org | 13 BOERNE MURAL 265 S. Main #boernemural @tonymaples WILD BILL 100 S. Main #wildbillselfie @mindecology1 CIBOLO CENTER FOR CONSERVATION 140 City Park Rd #thecibolo @onegirlwandering BOERNE Come
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celebrate, shop, dine
experience
Christmas festivities in Boerne's historic downtown and beyond throughout the holiday season!
all kicks off Thanksgiving weekend with Dickens on Main, where the Hill Country Mile transforms into a vintage holiday wonderland, complete with live entertainment, carolers and snow along Main Street. The first weekend in December brings Weihnachts Weekend, which includes a
holiday market and the annual Weihnachts Parade Saturday night. Interested in more lights? Step off The Mile and head out to Crumbling Castle, The Jones CHRISTmas Ranch, and Old West Christmas Light Fest for dazzling displays. The festivities continue with Toast to Olde Town and Kinder Fest in December; check the website for details as the holiday season. approaches
Christmas: Learn More
Asian China Bowl 1361 S Main St 830.331.8558 •Love Thai 109 Waterview Pkwy 830.249.1070
Adler
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or drinks with liquor
: Richter Bakhaus
available : @s.a.foodie THE CREEK RESTAURANT AWARD-WINNING FINE DINING tuesday - saturday lunch 11am - 3pm dinner 5pm - 9pm 830.816.2005 119 staffel street boerne, texas 78006 thecreekrestaurant.com reserve by phone or opentable curbside pickup available
Lung Fung 1004 N Main St 830.249.6185 •N’s Thai 115
Rd 830.331.2004 Pet friendly dining available. Full bar
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• Outdoor dining
Shang Hai 430 W Bandera Rd 830.249.4982
Bakery/Coffee House
Bakery Lorraine 134 Oak Park Dr 830.357.5060
•Bear Moon Bakery 401 S Main St 830.816.2327
•Black Rifle Coffee Co. 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
Dunkin' Donuts 214 W Bandera Rd 830.331.2251
•Gather Boerne 946 N. School St 830.331.2182
M&M Donuts 1415 E Blanco Rd 830.249.7929
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COMPADRES HILL COUNTRY COCINA
Lunch
H H H H 7 BOERNE BRUNCH HOT SPOTS : Little Gretel LAS GUITARRAS COCINA MEXICANA A breakfast buffet plus a variety of international selections. THE DIENGER TRADING CO. Everything from tasty pastries to Hill Country-style plates. : @sewstratton H
Bumdoodler’s
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DINING & DRINKING
Donuts &
Starbucks
Hill Country
Brew Pubs See page 22 470 S. Main St #200 830-331-2874 Tag us in your Boerne food pics. @visitboerne 259 BRANTLEY'S BISTRO Quiche, salads, "bistro muffins", sandwiches, and more. LITTLE GRETEL Try the pecan pancakes. You can thank us later. CIBOLO CREEK BREWING CO. Brunch specials change weekly. PEGGY'S ON THE GREEN Elevated, southern-style selections to write home about! GATHER BOERNE Indulge in beautiful bowls, toasts, and baked treats at Boerne's newest brunch hot spot. H
H On the Grind 1357 S Main St 830.310.1776 •Richter Bakhaus 153 S Main St 830.331.2675 Snowflake
Kolaches 1222 S Main St 1685 River Rd #100 830.249.8686 •
Coffee 35065 IH-10W 830.249.0728 BBQ •Blackboard BBQ 1123 FM 1376 830.324.6858 •Compadres
Cocina 209 Lohmann St 830.331.2198 •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
•Boerne Taco House 470 S Main St #200 830.331.2874
Chili’s Grill & Bar 601 W Bandera Rd 830.249.8558
•Cibolo Creek Brewing Co. 448 S Main St 830.816.5275
•The Dienger Trading Co. 210 N Main St 830.331.2225
830.331.2182
•Hamby's 437 S Main St Opening January 2023
Hungry Horse Restaurant 109 S Saunders St 830.816.8989
•Longhorn Café 369 S Esser Rd 830.331.4011
•Nico’s Gourmet Burgers 109 Waterview Pkwy #104 830.431.6836
830.331.4398
•Tusculum Brewing Co. 236 S Main St 830.428.0596
Deli/Sandwich Bumdoodlers Lunch Co. 929 N Main St 830.249.8826
•Boerne Epicure Gourmet Market 210 S Main St 830.331.9355
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•259 Brantley’s Bistro & Bar 259 S Main St 830.331.8889
•Valeria Ristorante Italiano 109 Waterview 830.331.1393
German
•The Bevy Provisions Co. 101 Herff Rd 830.816.5606
•The Creek Restaurant 119 Staffel St 830.816.2005
•The Dodging Duck Brewhaus 402 River Rd 830.248.3825
•Z’s Wood Fired Pizza 118 Old San Antonio Rd 830.331.1212
Smoothies/Drinks
•Boerne Nutrition 104 E Hosack St 830.443.2182
•Cypress Grille 170 S Main St 830.248.1353
•La Cascada Table & Bar 1 Resort Way 830.537.6245
•O’Brien’s 848 Hwy 46 (Bergheim) 830.229.5600
•Peggy’s on the Green 128 W Blanco Rd 830.572.5000
•Richter Tavern 153 S Main 830.331.2675
•Little Gretel 518 River Rd 830.331.1368
Italian/Pizza Bella Sera 812 N Main St 830.816.5577
Marco’s Pizza 1560 River Rd 830.226.1010
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•The Bubble Tea Factory 1415 E Blanco Rd 830.331.2192
•Roc-N-Ritas 112 E San Antonio Ave 830.331.2170
Smoothie King 228 W Bandera Rd 830.331.2400
The Healthy House 725 N Main St
•Inferno’s Wood Fired Oven & Spirits 1540 River Rd 830.331.2023
•Valeria Ristorante Italiano 109 Waterview 830.331.1393
Tex-Mex/Latin
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•Boerne Taco House 470 S. Main St 830.331.2874
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•Botero Tapas + Wine Bar
161 S Main St 830.446.3035
Casa Amaya Pupuseria & Taqueria 103 Waterview Pkwy #103 830.331.4190
Centinela Mexican Restaurant & Bar #106 215 W Bandera Rd 830.249.2023
•Compadres Hill Country Cocina
209 Lohmann St 830.331.2198
•El Cazador Restaurant + Bar 250 River Rd 830.331.8692
•El Rio Mexican Restaurant 1361 S Main 830.249.9555
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Guadalajara Mexican Grill 1234 S Main St 830.249.1467
Las Guitarras Cocina Mexicana 911 S Main St 830.331.8787
Mague’s Café 934 N Main St 830.249.9168
Bumdoodler’s Lunch Company 929 N Main St 830.249.8826
•Bakery Lorraine
134 Oak Park Dr 830.357.5060
New to Boerne's dining scene, they are known for their fabulous macarons and baked treats as well as their full dining menu.
Baskin-Robbins
214 W Bandera Rd 830.331.2251
A favorite nation-wide.
•Blithe Creamery 222 N. Main St 210.201.2807
Locally sourced, handcrafted ice cream with a menu that changes seasonally. Located Inside the Shoppes at 222
•The Bubble Tea Factory 1415 E Blanco Rd 830.331.2192 Bubble tea and other funky Asian treats that are sure to be a fun surprise for your tongue.
Cookies, cakes, pie, oh my! A longtime Boerne favorite you won't want to miss!
•The Dienger Trading Co. 210 N Main St 830.331.2225
Scrumptious baked goods! Don't miss Free Cookie Fridays.
•Dip Ice Cream 1481 S Main St 830.816.7669
Soft serve ice cream. To dip or not to dip. that is the question. Located Inside Dog & Pony Grill
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H H 512 RIVER RD. | BOERNE, TX NEXT TO LITTLE GRETEL I’M REAL. I’M LOCAL. YOUR MONEY STAYS IN BOERNE. 518 RIVER ROAD BOERNE, TX WWW.LITTLEGRETEL.COM 830-331-1368 Handcrafted Cuisine I’M REAL. I’M LOCAL. YOUR MONEY STAYS IN BOERNE. Chef Denise Mazal - OwnerLittle Gretel
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VisitBoerne.org | 21 DINING & DRINKING 170 S. Main St CypressGrille.com (830) 248-1353 EAT. DRINK. VISIT. A casual restaurant and wine bar nestled in the heart of the historic district in Downtown Boerne 11a-2p Lunch 5p-9p Dinner Closed Sun and Mon •Mary’s Tacos 518 E Blanco Rd 830.249.7474 Taqueria Reyna Tapatia 1000 N Main St 830.331.1076 : The Dienger Trading Co. Tag us in your Boerne food pics. @visitboerne •Kelani Yogurt 463 S Main St 830.331.9636 A wall of frozen yogurt flavor options await with countless combinations of toppings and drizzles! •Michoacan Palleteria 109 Waterview Pkwy Ste 102 830.331.4073 Dozens of flavors of handmade palletas, ice cream, and other frozen Mexican treats are here! •Richter Bakhaus 153 S Main St 830.331.2675 In addition to countless sweet baked goods, they offer "adult ice cream" with booze in it. •Salty & Sweet 123 N Main St 830.331.1330 Classic and vintage candy varieties, candy by the pound as well as handmade ice cream, pretzels, pastries and more. •The Stand 470 S Main St Who doesn't want a colorful snowcone while exploring the Hill Country Mile? Open seasonally. Full Boerne Dining List Tootie Pie Co. 1445 S Main St 210.331.7439 Epic pies! Grab one by the slice or in its entirety! H H H H
BEER, WINE, & SPIRITS
Breweries & Brew Pubs
28 Songs Brewhouse + Kitchen
110 Market Ave
Barrelman Brewing Co. 103 Ranger Dr #A 830.331.1055
Cibolo Creek Brewing Co. 448 S Main St 830.816.5275
Dodging Duck Brewhaus 402 River Rd 830.248.3825
Free Roam Brewing Co. 325 S Main St 830.582.9741
Hamby's 437 S Main St. Opening January 2023!
Kinematic Brewing Co. 50140 I-10 W #100 830.336.2043
Tusculum Brewing Co. 236 S Main St 830.428.0596
Spirits
259 Brantley's Bistro & Bar
259 S Main St 830.331.8889
The B Lounge 101 Herff Rd (The Bevy Hotel) 830.816.5606
Centinela Mexican Restaurant & Bar 215 W Bandera Rd 830.249.2023
Chili’s Grill & Bar 601 W Bandera Rd 830.249.8558
Dog & Pony Grill 1481 S Main St 830.816.7669
Drink Texas Boerne 31138 IH-10W 830.755.6449
Inferno’s Wood Fired Oven & Spirits 1540 River Rd 830.331.2023
Longbranch Saloon 817 N Main St 830.249.8223
Peggy’s on the Green 128 W Blanco Rd 830.572.5000
Roc-N-Ritas 112 E San Antonio Ave 830.331.2170
Richter Tavern 153 S Main St 830.331.CORK
Salvador Dobbs 512 River Rd 830.249.5508
Wine & Wine Bars
Bending Branch Winery 142 Lindner Branch Trl (Comfort) 830.995.2948
Botero Tapas + Wine Bar 161 S Main St 830.446.3035
The Branch on High 704 High St (Comfort) 830.995.3394
Tasting room Cypress Grille 170 S Main St 830.248.1353
Hill Country Wineworks 16 US HWY 87 (Comfort) 325.370.6278
Barrelman Brewing Co.
Botero Tapas
Cibolo Creek Brewing Co.
Dodging Duck Brewhaus
Dog & Pony Grill
Free Roam Brewing Co.
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259 Brantley's Bistro & Bar
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DRINKS & A SHOW! Grab a drink and catch a show! Check their social media for show details.
#cheersfromboerne! Pet friendly spaces available. Drinks with liquor served. H Located on the Hill Country Mile. H H H H H H H H H Full menu/food truck available. H ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ Las Guitarras Cocina Mexicana The Roundup Music Venue Salvador Dobbs Tapatio Springs Tusculum Brewing Co. : Dog and Pony Grill H H H H H H ▲ ▲ ▲
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Saint Tryphon Vineyard & Farm
Newsom Vineyards
Tasting Room
717 Front St (Comfort) 806.549.6732
Richter Cork & Keg 153 S Main St 830.331.CORK
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 830.324.6704
Thirty Eight and Vine 302 S Main St 830.331.9486
Distilleries
Hill Country Distillers
723 Front St (Comfort) 830.995.2924 Tasting, bar, & tour
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Antiques/ Vintage
259 Home Market 259 S Main St 830.331.8866
Boerne Farmhouse 1499 S Main St 830.331.1391
Carousel Antiques & Fickle Pickles 118 S Main St 830.249.9306
The Corner Cartel 265 S Main St 830.249.8192
Flashback Funtiques 248 S Main St 713.805.8800
Johns Road Antique Mall 850 Johns Rd 830.249.7464
Laurie Saunders Antiques & Interiors 179 S Main St 830.331.8088
Mainly Vintage 438 S Main St 830.331.2822
The Red Rooster 225 S Main St 830.816.5466
The Sanctuary 322 S Main St 830.331.8880
Books
The Boerne Bookshop 153 S. Main St 830.249.0000
The Bookshop Under the Windmill Patrick Heath Public Library 451 N Main St 830.249.3053
Clothing/ Accessories
Bechants
194 S Main St 830.816.7777
Bechants Mens 305 S Main St 830.249.9879
Gunpowder & Cabernet 470 S Main St 913.915.3402
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RETAIL THERAPY Shop the Hill Country Mile and beyond! H Located on the Hill Country Mile. H H H H H H H H H H H H H Fresh & Silk Flower Arrangements Antiques & Gift Shop Weddings & Events Fruit, Gourmet & Gift Baskets 827 N. Main St. 830.816.2042 T h i n g s T o D o I n B o e r n e . c o m C u s t o m i z a t i o n D e c o r G i f t s
VisitBoerne.org | 25 Craft Beer. Live Music. Farm-to-Market Food. 448 S. Main St (830) 816-5275 Mon 11-9 TUE CLOSED Wed 11-9 Thu 11-9 Fri 11-11 Sat 11-11 Sun 11-9 Coming Soon … Cibolo, Too! CiboloCreekBrewingCo.com C r a f t B r e w e r y , S m a s h B u r g e r s , M i l k s h a k e s , a n d M o r e ! Across the street from Cibolo Creek Brewing Co.
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Boutique Chloe Rose
136 S Main St 830.331.9410
Casa Alondra Fine Imports 262 S Main St 956.307.1156
Celeste 140 S Main St 830.249.9660
Daisy Pearl 404 S Main St 830.331.1349
Cutie Patootie
233 S Main St 830.249.1654
Daly Finds 455 S Main St 830.537.5549
Fabulous Finds Thrift Shop 934 N School St 830.331.1021
Faith & Funky Junk 39320 IH-10 West 830.446.1102
The Dienger Trading Co. 210 N Main St 830.331.2225
Ella Blue 146 S Main St 830.249.6336
Fiancee Bridal Boutique 116 S Main St 830.431.8687
J. Forks Designs 470 S Main St 830.331.8013
Hill Country Animal League Thrift 115 W Bandera Rd 830.249.8040
Random Hangers 118 W Advogt 830.249.8677
The Sister’s Attic 316 W Highland Dr 830.249.0020
Two Trick Pony Garden & Consignment 346 & 911 S Main St 830.331.1366
Joli Boutique 189 S Main St 830.816.5560
Of a Muse 233B S Main St 830.331.9455
Six Feathers Boutique 152 S Main St 830.331.9171
The Pearl Antler 312 River Rd 830.331.7340
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Pixie 129 S Main St 830.331.7241
So Vain on Main 112 S Main St 830.331.2096
Shoppes at 222 222 S. Main St. 830.331.7222
Traditions at the Depot 518 S Main St 830.816.2795
Under the Fig Tree 108 Newton Alley 830.331.1264
Uptown Chic
153 S Main St #100 830.331.9800
Food/Wine
Black Rifle Coffee Co. 101 S Main St 830.428.6736
Boerne Epicure Gourmet Market 210 S Main St 830.331.9355
Carousel Antiques & Fickle Pickles 118 S Main St 830.249.9306
Gunpowder & Cabernet
470 S Main St 913.915.3402
Richter Cork & Keg 153 S Main St 830.331.2675
Salty & Sweet 123 N Main 830.331.1330
Texas Gourmet Pantry 233 S Main St #J 830.331.2259
Thirty Eight and Vine 302 S. Main St 830.331.9486
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H H H H H H H H H H H H H Fine Handmade Oriental Rugs 126 S. Main St 210.842.6607 Rugivirug.net @ivirugs : J. Forks Designs H
Calamity Jane’s Trading Co. 404 S Main St 830.249.0081
Handmade on Main 347 N Main St 830.331.8106
Candles By Scentaholics 401 E Blanco Rd 830.431.2258
Gifts & Home Goods
259 Home Market 259 S Main St 830.331.8866
A Little Nature Store 106 E Theissen St 830.249.2281
Bechants 194 S Main St 830.816.7777
Bechants Men's 305 S Main St 830.249.9879
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Catrina’s Interiors 129 Old San Antonio Rd 830.331.9010
Cielo Mercantile 334 S Main St 830.249.0677
The Christmas Shoppe 132 S Main St 830.816.2176
The Corner Cartel 265 S Main St 830.249.8192
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125 S Main St 210.842.6607
JAC’s Personal Touch 170 S Main St 830.249.3003
Kiss the Cook 113 E Theissen St 830.249.3637
Lady Lina Vintage Home & Floral 233 S Main St 832.293.0355
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La Te Da 133 S Main St 830.249.1817
The Flower Shop 827 N Main St 830.816.2042
Fresh Urban Flowers 616 E Blanco Rd 830.816.5778
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Laurie Saunders Antiques & Interiors 179 S Main St 830.331.8088
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Lillian Jaxx Candles and Soaps 920A E Blanco Rd 830.688.0015 H H H
LuLu-Bells Boutique
106 S Main St 830.331.1376
The Red Rooster 225 S Main St 830.816.5466
Shopping with Siobhain 107 E San Antonio Ave 830.995.3493
(YES, you can do that!)
• A wide variety of Margaritas and frozen favorites are available to-go from Roc-N-Ritas.
• Wine, mimosa, sake, margarita, & beer flights are available at Richter Cork & Keg.
Jewelers
Boerne Jewelers
231 S Main St 830.331.9140
Borrego Fine Jewelry 1445 S Main St #102 830.310.7235
J. Forks Designs 470 S Main St 830.331.8013
• Botero Tapas + Wine Bar serves up their sangria in an adult juice pouch with a straw for easy travel!
• Locally-brewed craft Beer from: Cibolo Creek Brewing Co., Free Roam Brewing Co., & Tusculum Brewing Co
James Avery Jewelers
211 W Bandera Rd 830.331.6169
Morrell Jewelry 134 E Bandera Rd 830.249.4092
Plaza Taxco 153 S Main St 830.331.2147
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The Silver Queen
130 S Main St 830.249.9708
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Hearts’ Home Acoustic
109 Oak Park Dr 830.816.5416
Boerne Boot & Hide
233 S Main St 830.444.8043
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106 S Main St 830.331.1053
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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
Billy’s Western Wear
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1490 S Main St 830.249.3843
Wheeler’s Western Outfitters & Boutique 32450 IH-10 West 830.249.2656
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VisitBoerne.org | 33 CERAMIC & CANVAS PAINTING Ask About “To -Go” Art Kits 233 S. Main 830.331.8191 MakersPlaceBoerne.com Boot & Shoe Repair Cobbler & Livery Custom Leatherwork Saddle Tack & Repair 830 -444 -8043 BootAndHide.com Tu Sa 11 6 830.331.9455 OfAMuse.com Sun 12 4 CLOTHING ACCESSORIES 231 S. Main St 830.331.9140 BoerneJewelers.com Vintage Home & Floral Custom Silk Florals, Specialty Gifts, Seasonal Décor, Fashion Jewelry, Artwork, Ladies Accessories 233 S. Main 830.929.5188 Fine Jewelry & Watch Repair 233 S. Main Ste B 830.331.2259 TexasGourmetPantry.com 259 S Main 830 -331-8889 259BrantleysBistro.com Texas-Made Salsas, Rubs, Dips, Candy, Brittle, Jellies, Jams, Cobblers, Pickles, Peppers, Marinades, Local Honey, “Sweet Shop USA” truffles and More in our new, larger space!
COME PLAY
You'll find the perfect kind of fun whether it be indoors, outdoors, or underground.
Adventure/ Outdoors
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Bergheim Campgrounds & River Outfitter
103 White Water Rd (Bergheim) 830.336.2235
Boerne Skate Park 524 Adler St 830.248.1635
Buckhorn Golf Course 36 FM 473 (Comfort) 830.995.5351
Diamond C Stables & Ranch 27030 Toutant Beauregard Rd 830.755.4911
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Hill Country Paddle Sports
11 Upper Cibolo Creek Rd 210.842.4057
Paddleboard and kayak rentals; Seasonal
Tapatio Springs Hill Country Resort Golf Course 1 Resort Way 866.620.0947
Tejas Rodeo Co 401 Obst Rd (Bulverde) 830.980.2226
Trisum Sailing
11 Upper Cibolo Creek Rd 210.793.2278
Sailing lessons and charters.
Caves
Cascade Caverns
226 Cascade Caverns Rd 830.755.8080
Cave Without A Name
325 Kreutzberg Rd 830.537.4212
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VisitBoerne.org | 37 Premium Deli Sandwiches & Gourmet Goods Jams, Spreads, Honey, Spices, BBQ, Olive Oils, Vinegars, Dips, Sauces, Chocolates, Cookies, Chips, Crackers, Pastas, Gluten-Free, Vegan & much more! Curbside Pickup Available 210 South Main Street (830) 331-9355 Bechants Men’s 305 South Main Street 830-249-9879 | BechantsMens.com
Heritage/ Historical
The AgriCultural Museum
& Arts Center
102 City Park Rd 210.445.1080
Outdoor museum of early farm life, blacksmith demos; Sat. 10a-4p or by appt
The Family History Place 114 E Blanco Rd 830.331.8730
Historical research center
Historic Walking Tour Maps available from the Boerne Visitors Center or on-line
Historic Herff Farm & Homestead
33 Herff Rd 830.249.4616
Home to a weekly farmers market
Kuhlmann-King Historical Complex
402 E Blanco Rd 210.275.8301
Museum- Open 2nd and 4th Sat
The Old Jail Museum
208 E San Antonio Ave 830.428.6191
Open Saturdays. Check website for specific dates.
Indoor Fun
AMC Classic Boerne 11 205 Old San Antonio Rd 830.549.4291
Movie theater
Arrows Active Play Park 3 Kelton Ave 832.474.9020 8,000 sq. ft. indoor playground and cafe
Boerne Turn Verein 221 E Theissen St 830.249.2271
Bowling alley and club
The Dugout
132 Old San Antonio Rd 830.331.9409
Batting tunnel and cage rentals
The Wonderland Factory
141 Industrial Dr. #200 210.386.8185
Massage
Bella Salud Massage 28991 I-10W #240 830.688.3708
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VisitBoerne.org | 39 RESIDENTIAL ∙ COMMERCIAL ∙ INVESTMENTS MANGUSREALTYGROUP.COM 140 E. Bandera St Boerne, TX 78006 830-331-1028 TONY MANGUS Managing Partner 210-413-8229 “Exceeding Expectations” ARMANDO MUZQUIZ Managing Partner 210-412-1607 HABLO ESPAÑOL PLAY Assemble Cocktail Workshop Shake up craft cocktails like a pro in a class with a seasoned bartender so you can take your newfound skills home and wow your crew. Bakery Lorraine Known throughout the Hill Country for their delectable baked goods, come relax on their patio for a casual breakfast, lunch, or early dinner. Don't forget the macarons. Gather Boerne Set in a tree-filled space, their menu and atmosphere encourages you to slowdown and linger. Order a toasty coffee beverage with breakfast, or enjoy a glass of wine or beer alongside your lunch Thrity Eight & Vine Try exquisite wines from around the world with a taste, half, or whole glass using their enomatic dispenser system. Snacks are available too. The Wonderland Factory A party boutique specializing in events for girls of all ages. They even offer a package (for individuals or as an event) to do an Instagram influencer-type photo shoot! WHAT'S NEW IN BOERNE? There's always something new and exciting developing. Check it out! : Thirty Eight and Vine
Workshops/ Creativity
Assemble Cocktail Workshop
322 S Main St Ste B 830.423.5454 Learn craft cocktail techniques Boerne Board & Brush 206 W. Highland #101 830.445.4127 Make and take wood-sign workshops. Perfect for a party.
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Cascade Caverns Awe-inspiring Cathedral Room. Tours run daily. Call for special Adventure and Flashlight tours. Gift shop, pavilion, picnic area, and RV/camping.
Cave Without A Name Enjoy formations from delicate soda straws to huge columns. Daily tours, geode cutting, treasure panning, hiking trails, “Concerts in the Cave”
Wine & Brew Tours
Body Revival 624 N Main St 830.955.1875 Massage Matters 930 E Blanco Rd #800 830.331.8480 Simply Serene Salon & Spa 512 N Main St 830.331.1103 Therapeutic Massage by Donna 802 E Blanco Rd 830.446.0786
Boerne Wine Tours 817.368.0279 Cottonwood Wine Tours 210.488.6867 Di Vino Tours 210.204.8597 Open Range Tours 830.391.9336 See page 22 for a list of local breweries, wineries, and distilleries.
FAITH & FUNKY JUNK THRIFT BARN A Boutique Experience at Thrift Store Prices. Non-Profit Benefitting the People of Kendall County 39320 IH-10W (on access road) Boerne, TX 830-446-1102 Come and Get Your Funky On HOURS: Tue-Sat 10-5 Sun 11-4 Donations gratefully accepted Wed-Sun FaithAndFunkyJunk
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Cauble Rose Painting Company
1109 S Main St 210.854.1603
Candles By Scentaholics
401 E Blanco Rd 830.431.2258
The Downtown DIY
195 S. Main St 830.331.2295
Makers space, make and take projects, classes, and more
Gina Marie’s Art Studio
265 N Main St 210.725.5518
Paint-n-sip, classes, and camps Maker's Place 233 S Main St 830.331.8191
Canvas and ceramic painting, classes, camps, and parties
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ART AROUND TOWN
Boerne boasts some of the Hill Country’s best art galleries and a growing public art collection, Art al Fresco. Art al Fresco is a walkable, outdoor art adventure that encourages patrons of all ages to get up close and personal with large-scale sculptures placed throughout the historic Hill Country Mile, Boerne’s public library grounds, trails, and parks. Guests are encouraged to
touch and take photos with the sculptures, which are sure to become some of your favorite Instagram-able moments! Download a map and find other Boerne art experiences at www.artalfresco.org!
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Discover "Skittles" and explore his mosaic skin for surprises and unexpected treasures. :
Explore Boerne's Public Art Exhibit!
@ecastleart : Patrick Heath Public Library
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Fine Art Galleries
Carriage House Gallery of Artists
110 Rosewood Ave 830.248.1184
An artist partnership
CHROMA-13 Contemporary Art 31007 IH-10W #211 830.368.4325
Gallery One-9-Five
195 S Main St 830.331.9904
An artist co-op
Texas Treasures Fine Art Gallery 605 S Main St 830.816.5335
A gallery and sculpture garden
Performance Art
Boerne Community Theatre 907 E Blanco Rd 830.249.9166
Boerne Performing Arts
201 Charger Blvd 830.331.9079
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WHERE ART COMES TO LIFE!
• Register for a weekly art class at The AgriCultural Museum and Arts Center or Cibolo Center for Conservation.
• Take the Art al tour- Snap and post a selfie using
Paint and sip with Cauble Rose Painting Co. or Maker's Place.
• Take the kids to Gina Marie's Art Studio for a fun class.
• Register for a DIY craft workshop at Handmade on Main
• Gather with friends at Boerne Board and Brush to make a personalized custom sign to display in your home.
• Take in a show with the non-profit Boerne Community Theatre, or Boerne Performing Arts. Check their websites for shows and dates.
• Pop in for a makeand-take activity, enjoy guided crafting, or register for a special class at The Downtown DIY.
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VisitBoerne.org | 47 2023 SEASON Special Event DECEMBE R 15, 2022 MARCH 24 Featuring The Shanghai Circus FEBRUARY 24 JANUARY 26 All performances at 7:30 pm at Boerne Champion Auditorium BoernePerformingArts.com 830.331.9079 TICKETS: $20-$60
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AREA PARKS & TRAILS
Explore the natural beauty of the Texas Hill Country in city, county, and state facilities.
CITY PARKS AND TRAILS
www.boerne-tx.gov/parks 830.248.1635
BOERNE CITY LAKE PARK
(1 City Lake Rd) 100-acre park that 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 and the large pavilion can be rented through the Boerne Parks and Recreation Department.
BOERNE CITY PARK
(106 City Park Rd) A unique athletic facility and park. Includes tennis courts, playground, municipal pool, The AgriCultural Museum and Arts Center, and The Cibolo Center for Conservation. Public restrooms.
BOERNE SKATE PARK (524 Adler St) Includes a 7,500 sq.ft. plazastyle skateboard park, playground, open space for free play, and a public restroom.
CIBOLO
CENTER FOR CONSERVATION
(140 City Park Rd, 830.249.4616) 100 acres of Hill Country trails, wilderness, and the Historic Herff Farm Homestead that provides education, research, entertainment, and outdoor activities. The weekly (Mar.-Nov.) Saturday Farmers Market is located at the Herff Farm; 33 Herff Rd. Public restrooms.
HIT THE TRAILS
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 this trail.
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KINDERPARK
(111 Water St) The most child-friendly park in town. The completely fenced-in play equipment is shaded by century-old oak trees and is appropriate for a wide range of ages.
NORTHRUP PARK
(37550 IH-10 W) A premier sports facility that offers a variety of sports fields, sand volleyball and basketball courts, playground, public restrooms, and more. Facility rental is available through the Boerne Parks and Recreation Department.
MAIN PLAZA AND 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.
RIVER ROAD PARK
(415 River Rd) Located on the banks of the Cibolo Creek, the park is home to Boerne’s famous wild ducks and geese, walking paths, picnic tables, public fishing, and lots of photo opportunities! It's not a surprise to find a local artist painting en plein air as you stroll along the trail. During the warmer months, grab a snow cone from The Stand at the intersection of Main Street and the trail. Public restrooms.
VETERANS PLAZA
(801 S Main St) This park includes a Walk of Honor, memorial plaques, is handicapped accessible and is the location of Boerne's annual Veterans Day ceremony.
CIBOLO NATURE CENTER TRAILS
(104 City Park Rd) A network of trails throughout the Cibolo Center for Conservation property looping through the marsh, tall grass prairie, woodlands, and creekside.
CURREY CREEK TRAIL
(1017 Adler St) 0.5-mile linear park. The Currey Creek trail head is located at the Boerne Parks and Recreation Office and winds 0.5 miles to Blanco Rd.
OLD NO. 9 TRAIL
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(358 Esser Rd) 1.4-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 bridge! Occasionally the library posts "Story Walks" for kids and families to enjoy together.
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AREA STATE PARKS
GUADALUPE RIVER
STATE PARK
(3350 Park Rd 31)
A mere 20 min. drive on Hwy 46 East. Hiking, swimming, fishing, canoeing, and camping. Adjacent to Honey Creek State Natural Area.
OLD TUNNEL STATE PARK
(10619 Old San Antonio Rd, Fredericksburg, 866.978.2287)
Located in Kendall Co., 13 miles north of Comfort. Bats emerge nightly (May-Oct.) from a 930-foot abandoned railway tunnel. Bat viewing is open to the public. Call 866.978.2287 for the most current emergence times.
JAMES KIEHL RIVER BEND PARK
(118 River Bend Rd, Comfort) A secluded park perfect for fishing, paddling, hiking, swimming and relaxing along the Guadalupe River.
JOSHUA SPRINGS PARK & PRESERVE
(716 FM 289, Comfort) Stocked pond, bird blinds, two miles of walking trails, picnic areas, and pavilions.
KREUTZBERG CANYON
(143 Mark Twain Dr)
A 117-acre scenic canyon with Guadalupe River frontage allowing public river access. Trails, birding, wildlife viewing, as well as fossil and nature exploration.
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KENDALL
www.co.kendall.tx.us 830.537.3470
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T h i n g s T o D o I n B o e r n e . c o m W o r k s h o p s M a k e & T a k e S o u v e n i r s 231 S. Main St 830.331.9140 BoerneJewelers.com ∙ Expert Service and Repair of Watches and Clocks ∙ Jewelry Design, Sizing, Appraisal and Repair done in-house ∙ Fine Jewelry, Gifts and More!
River State Park
VisitBoerne.org | 53 Cut open a Geode at Cave Without A Name Say "Hi!" to Rex at Cascade Caverns Walk in dinosaur tracks at the Cibolo Center for Conservation Slide down the "Mountain" at Kinderpark Paint something unique at Maker’s Place Enjoy a story time adventure at the farmers market Step back in time with the free Historic Walking Tour Get locked up at the Old Jail Museum Pop some Boba in your mouth at The Bubble Tea Factory Visit 3 Free Little Libraries on the Hill Country Mile Lounge in the swing at A Little Nature Store Walk all the way across the dam at Boerne Lake Pot your own plant at Boerne Handmade on Main's Plant Bar Pick out a bedtime story from The Boerne Book Store Play yard games at Cibolo Creek Brewing Co. or Free Roam Brewing Co. Watch a real blacksmith in action at The AgriCultural Museum and Arts Center Burn off some energy at Arrows Active Play Park Grab a cone at Dip Ice Cream or Blithe Creamery Pick up a freshly made giant pretzel at Salty and Sweet Get crafty in the Kids Corner at The Downtown DIY FAMILY FUN CHECKLIST : Arrows Active Play Park 3 Kelton Ave Boerne, TX 830.428.2550 arrowsactiveplayparkboerne.com 8,000 sq. ft. Indoor Playground, 3 Party Rooms & Gourmet Café Tue—Thu 10a-5p Fri—Sat 10a -6p Closed Sun/Mon
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National Museum of the Pacific War
Home to dozens of wineries
“Cowboy Capital of the World”
Start of the Great Western Cattle Trail
An abundance of saloons, honky-tonks, dude ranches and Old West spirit
Tour Wildseed Farms- the nation’s largest working wildflower farm
Home to Luckenbach Texas— made famous by Waylon, Willie, and the Boys
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Game AROUND THE COUNTY Kendall County is home to Boerne, Bergheim, Sisterdale, Comfort, Kendalia, Waring, and Welfare. The following are a few of the unique, character-filled places you’ll find even closer to Boerne! Bergheim (10 min.) • An unincorporated town whose German name means “Mountain Home” • Indulge at O’Briens Restaurant • Catch a show at The Roundup Outdoor Music Venue • Hit up Guadalupe River State Park Comfort (15 min.) • Guadalupe River access and multiple county parks • Thriving, walkable downtown area with many gift and antique stores • Home to multiple wineries and a distillery • Nearby Old Tunnel State Park and Alamo Springs Cafe Sisterdale (15 min.) • Sister Creek Vineyards • Saint Tryphon Farm and Vineyards • Sisterdale Saloon • BlackBoard BBQ- Featured in Texas Monthly! • Take a side trip to Hill Country Pottery : Singing Water Vineyards PLAY
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artists’ colony nestled along the Guadalupe River
Home to Stonehenge II—a life-sized replica of the original
The Point Theater
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downtown filled with
art galleries,
The Museum of Western
Kerr Arts and Cultural Center
James Avery Craftsman headquarters
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Hotels & Motels
Best Western Inn & Suites 36756 IH-10W 830.249.1212
The Bevy Hotel & Conference Center 101 Herff Rd 830.816.5606
Dining: The Bevy Provisions Co, Bevy Brew, & B Lounge
Comfort Inn & Suites 35000 IH-10W 830.249.6800
Days Inn 35150 IH-10W 830.249.9791
Located at I-10 & HWY 46
Fairfield Inn & Suites 6 Cascade Caverns Rd 830.368.4167
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36756 IH-10 @ Johns Rd BestWestern.com 830.249.1212 ∙ Easy IH 10/Johns Rd Location ∙ Complimentary Hot Breakfast ∙ Free Hi-Speed Internet, Fitness & Hospitality Rooms, Business Center, Outdoor Pool, Sundries The Bevy Hotel & Conference Center Dining: The Bevy Provisions Co, Bevy Brew, & B Lounge
Pets welcome. Ask for details. Full bar/drinks with liquor served. H Located on the Hill Country Mile.
Hampton Inn & Suites 34935 IH-10W 830.816.8800
The Kendall 128 W Blanco Rd 830.249.2138
Dining: Peggy's on the Green Motel 6 1228 S Main St 830.249.3562
The William 170 S Main St 361.420.1270
Boutique hotel overlooking the Hill Country Mile
Vacation Rentals
102 Boerne Bungalow 102 N. School St 951.970.6762
A Country French Getaway 504 E Bandera Rd 210.273.3356
A Little Piece of Heaven 404 Lott St 210.255.0882
A Place to Wine Down 125 Saddle Club Cir 951.970.6762
Alamo Fiesta Cabins 33000 IH-10W 830.249.4700
Bluebonnet Guest Studio 114 Water St 830.428.4318
Boerne Beach House 111 Fabra Ln 210.381.3839
Boerne Poolside Retreat 117 Brunswick Dr 323.707.7487
Boerne River Walk Studio 512 River Rd 830.249.2083
Boerne's Best Bungalow 507 O'Grady 830.431.0308
Boxwood Haus 615 Live Oak St 817.773.6502
Buffalo Haus 125 Ebensberger St 210.489.0310
Le Bleu
A stunning historic property that can be used as a vacation rental or event venue.
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Bungalow 202
202 Ebner St 830.446.1410
Casa del Vivero 136 Adler St 210.336.0680
Casa Paniolo 1125 Paniolo Dr 858.472.7279
Cibolo Creek Cottage 116 Short St 210.378.3283
Cibolo Flats 401 S Brackenridge St 210-383-1987
The Coop 310 S Brackenridge St 210.573.6146
Cottage at Creekside 507 W San Antonio Ave 703.463.6122
Cozy Boerne Home
130 Cibolo Basin Dr 210.777.1979
Creekside Retreat 608 S Plant St 210.777.1979
Depot Cottage
622 Rosewood Ave 210.885.4651
Dragonfly Cottage 802 River Rd 210.854.6431
Duck Inn 609 S Plant St 210.326.0679
Eiderhaus 141 Mesquite St 877.818.1014
Firefly Flats 113 Wanda St
The Frederick 401 W San Antonio 210.288.5537
Garden Cottage 159 Adler Rd 806.789.4593
Gena’s Place 119 Third Street 210.383.1987
Goodness on the Dailey & Goodness in the Treetops 121 Dailey St 210.393.6882
Richter's Garage
Ideal for those looking for a good time. Includes a garage game room and fire pit. Sleeps 6.
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N's Thai Food N's Thai Food Authentic homemade Thai Authentic homemade Thai Food in a rela ed, Hill Food in a relaxed, Hill Countr setting Country setting Dine in, Outdoor Patio, or To-Go 115 Adler Road 115 Adler Road (830) 331-2004 (830) 331-2004 (830) 331-2019 (830) 331-2019
The Graham House
A fun, funky space with a pool to splash in. Perfect for families. Sleeps 6.
The Graham House
507 Graham St 713.819.1594
Haus No. 5 & No. 3 911 S Main St 210.877.4850
Hawk's Roost 418 W Irons St 713.253.4340
Heart of Boerne Townhome 428 Herff St Hideaway on Hickman 409 Hickman 210.573.8722
Hill Country 176 176 Bentwood Dr 830.388.2969
Hill Country Affair 111 Dawnridge
Hill Country Mile Bungalow 202 Schweppe 707.280.0630
Hill Country Tower, Tree House, & Cabin 39665 IH-10W 210.872.2378
Hill Country Townhouse 2120 Paniolo Dr
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Hughes House 101 Hughes St 210.488.4943
The Inn at 701 701 E Theissen 830.446.1410
Le Bleu House 4 Hill View Ln 281.352.5222
The Legendary Texas Polo Club at Phillip Manor Square
706 S Main St 830.816.5114
The Little Red Barn
1 Mile from Main St 210.889.6899
Pecan Haus 149 Adler Rd 281.352.2310
Ranger Creek House
145 Ranger Creek Rd 210.843.6881
Richter's Garage
117 Richter Ave 210.378.3283
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Richter's Retreat 133 Richter Ave 210.378.3283 Unplug with a Good Book 153 S. Main St #120 830-249-0000 TheBoerneBookshop.com
River House 116 E Evergreen St 210.771.9091
Riverside Sanctuary 136 W Evergreen St 210.612.7061
Rosewood Retreat 320 Rosewood Ave 210.215.0279
Sapphire of River Road 412 River Rd #202 210.630.3626
The Schweppe House 110 Schweppe 210.602.6529
Sealy Bed & Breakfast 117 Wanda St 830.816.5215
Shadywood Chalet 112 Shadywood 512.748.1512
SOBO House 123 Phil Wilson 210.685.3314
Soul House 202 Cibolo Branch Dr. 830.446.9544
Texas Vistas Hill Country Estate 70 E Cleo Ln 832.618.8484
The Sunday House 122 Short St 210.563.9000
The Trailer: Gallery & Art House 106 Ebensberger Ave 210.992.2216
Weekend at Boerne's 421 James St 888.800.7942
The Well House 114 Hickman St 210.488.4943
Weyrich House on Main 714 S Main St 210.289.9060
White Oak Apartment 129 E Evergreen St 210.316.5736
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Casa Paniolo
A modern, new town home located near the historic Herff Farm. Sleeps 7. LODGING Sat. 10-5 Sun. 10-4 BoerneMarketDays.com 2nd Saturday/Sunday Sat 10-5 Sun 10-4 (year-round) Historic Main Plaza Antiques, collectibles, art, jewelry, home décor, plants, Texas hand-made originals, clothing, chic-bling & more! 210.844.8193 BoerneMarketDays.com
H Art Waddle Boerne is a community art show and sale. It's a festive outdoor weekend event held throughout Boerne in a fun self paced art event named for the ducks that live along Cibolo Creek. BOERNE Spring 2023 BoerneArtWaddle.com
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Cascade Caverns RV Park 226 Cascade Caverns Rd 830.755.8080
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THE ECLIPSES ARE COMING!
Parks/ Campgrounds
Boerne is in the path of totality for not one but TWO solar eclipses in the very near future. Plan ahead and secure your lodging reservations now so you don't get left in the dark. Sat., Oct. 14, 2023 at 11:51 am Mon., Apr. 8, 2024 at 1:32 pm eclipseboerne.com
RV
Alamo Fiesta RV Park 33000 IH-10W 830.249.4700 Bergheim Campgrounds 103 White Water Rd 830.336.2235
Cave Without a Name 325 Kreutzberg Rd 830.537.4212
Guadalupe River State Park 3350 Park Rd 31 830.438.2656 Where to Stay
LODGING
Top of the Hill RV Resort 12 Green Cedar Rd 830.537.3666
Inside the Boerne Area
259 Brantley's Bistro & Bar
The AgriCultural Museum & Arts Center
Assemble Cocktail Workshop
Bella Sera Restaurant
Best Western Blacksmith Grill
Boerne Board and Brush
Boerne City Lake Pavilion
Boerne City Park & Pool
The Bevy Hotel & Conference Center
Burdick Community Center
The Cana Ballroom at St. Peters
Cascade Caverns
Cave Without A Name
The Center
Cibolo Creek Brewing Co.
Cibolo Nature Center
Comfort Inn & Suites
Crow’s Nest at Longhorn Café
Cypress Grille
The Dienger Trading Co.
Dodging Duck Brewhaus
Dog & Pony Grill
The Downtown DIY El Rio
Enchanted Springs Ranch
Fairfield Inn & Suites
Gather Boerne
Hampton Inn & Suites
The Helene House
Herff Farm & Gathering Hall The Homestead
Hungry Horse Restaurant
Hutch Farms
Inferno's Wood-fired Oven
The Kendall
Kendall Co. Fairgrounds
Las Guitarras Cocina
Little Gretel
Makers Place
Main Plaza, Gazebo & Waterworks Terrace
Northrup Park Pavilion
The Old Jail Museum
Patrick Heath Public Library & Amphitheater
The Pavilion Food Park
Peggy’s on the Green
Richter Tavern
The Rosewood Studio
Sauced Wing Bar Patio Tusculum Halle
Various Local Churches
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PLANNING AN EVENT? Boerne's the ideal location to gather for business or pleasure Event Venues H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H The Hill Country’s Finest Shuttle Service 6 Cascade Caverns Rd Boerne, TX i.drive@aol.com 210.887.5866 Airport Pickup & Drop-Off Weddings & Events Leisure & Social Events Personal Errands Corporate & Group Events 24-HOUR SERVICE ChauffeursOnDemandSA.com H
Just Outside of Boerne
(Comfort/Kendalia/ Sisterdale/Waring/ Welfare)
Bending Branch Winery
Eagle Dancer Ranch
Happy H Ranch
The Haven River Inn
Hill Country Wineworks Ingenhuett on High
Joshua Creek Ranch
Joshua Springs Park & Preserve Pavilion
Kendalia Halle
Kendall County Youth Ag & Equestrian Center
Kendall Point
Kinematic Brewing Co.
Marquardt Ranch
The Milestone
Nelson City Dance Hall
The Oaks at Boerne
Old Waring Schoolhouse
Paniolo Ranch
Ring Mountain Event Center
Riven Rock Ranch
Rock Harbor Hill Country Lodge
The Roundup Outdoor Music Venue
Singing Water Vineyard
SisterCreek Ranch
Sisterdale Dance Hall
Spinelli’s Cathedral Tapatio Springs
Ursa at Bending Branch
Waring General Store Welfare Gardens Events
Many area parks offer pavilions for outdoor events. See Page 50
Contact the Boerne Visitors Center for help with event planning and selecting the perfect venue.
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COMMUNITY SERVICES
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 830.331.3000
Main Street Urgent Care 1421 S Main St #111 830.249.9995
My Urgent Care 910 River Rd. 830.331.2391
Organizations/ Services
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
Boerne Visitors Center 282 N Main St 830.249.7277 VisitBoerne.org
The Center 17 Old San Antonio Rd 830.249.2114 thecenterboerne.org
Patrick Heath Public Library 451 N Main St 830.249.3053 BoerneLibrary.org
Post Office
Boerne Post Office 607 E Blanco Rd 830.249.2414
Public Wi-Fi Hot Spots
Boerne City Lake Park
1 City Lake Rd
Boerne City Park Limited Access 106 City Park Rd
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
Transportation/ Airport
Boerne Stage Airfield 100 Boerne Stage Field 830.981.2345 Boerne Taxi 830.4311.6333
Chauffeurs on Demand 210.887.5866
Hill Country Crown SUV 817.368.0279
San Antonio Intl. Airport 9800 Airport Blvd 210.207.3433
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