There’s no place quite like New Braunfels! This Hill Country gem brings together old-world German charm and laid-back Texas fun. Sip your way through local breweries, taste the best of German and Texas cuisine, shop unique boutiques, and make a splash at the world-famous Schlitterbahn. When evening rolls around, grab your boots and two-step the night away at a real Texas dance hall. However, you spend your time here, you’re sure to leave smiling.
Nestled at the intersection of the Comal and Guadalupe Rivers, it’s no surprise that New Braunfels features plenty of tubing, swimming, and other forms of waterfront fun. The spring-fed, pristine Comal River stays at a refreshing 70 to 72 degrees year-round, the perfect temperature to cool off in the summer, while being warm enough for winter fun, too.
Tubing the Comal is a top local attraction with plenty of outfitters helping you plan the perfect day on the water. Tubers usually start their floats near the Wurstfest festival grounds before passing through Downtown New Braunfels and past Schlitterbahn Waterpark, eventually joining the Guadalupe River, one of the top recreational rivers in Texas known for its peaceful blue-green waters.
Pack a picnic and head to the Cypress Bend Park to enjoy the Guadalupe River. It’s a great place to jump in and cool off. The Guadalupe is also a favorite fishing destination known for trout, bass, catfish, and sunfish. The river is the southernmost trout fishery in the United States and is especially popular for fly fishing. Enthusiasts come out each February for the annual Troutfest, which celebrates the sport and promotes regional conservation with workshops, pop-up shops, and family friendly fishing activities.
No summer in Texas is complete without a splash at Schlitterbahn Waterpark & Resort the world-famous waterpark in the heart of Downtown New Braunfels. It’s a full day (or weekend) of tube chutes, uphill water coasters, shady rivers and cool, spring-fed pools. Whether you’re racing down record-breaking slides or floating the lazy river beneath towering trees, it’s pure Hill Country summer magic.
Generations of families have made traditions at Schlitterbahn Waterpark & Resort, where thrilling slides, relaxing rivers, and kid-friendly splash zones create nonstop fun. It’s the kind of place where parents feel like kids again, laughter fills the air, and “just one more ride” becomes the theme of the day. Enjoy the unique resort experience and stay where you play at one of Schlitterbahn’s Treehaus luxury suites, River Bend Cabins, condos and more.
It’s something you need to see to believe. Natural Bridge Caverns is home to the most extensive cavern in the region, and one of the largest caverns in the state. Join a guided tour and prepare to be wowed. Feel the cool cavern air as you walk past delicate stalactites and stalagmites formed over thousands of years by the changing flow of water. Be sure to check out the Hidden Wonders tour and experience the spectacular hidden cavern with state-of-the-art lighting.
Natural Bridge Caverns also features above ground attractions like the AMAZEn’ Ranch Roundup, a challenging maze adults and kids will love. Enjoy high flying action at Canopy Explorer, a 60-foot-tall, four-tier adventure course with zip lines and platforms that deliver stunning views of Texas Hill Country.
Downtown New Braunfels is where tradition meets fun! Built on a foundation of hard work and Gemütlichkeit — the German art of cozy hospitality — the city invites visitors and locals alike to explore charming shops, savor world-class dining, relax in luxurious accommodations, and enjoy vibrant art, history, and theater. Every corner of historic downtown is full of energy, culture, and unforgettable experiences.
Situated within the New Braunfels city limits, the charming Gruene Historic District is a must-see destination.
The Texas Hill Country is full of independent craft breweries and wineries to enjoy both wine and stein! Check out local craft breweries like New Braunfels Brewing Company serving unique brews made with fresh hops and local water in the heart of Downtown. Visit Guadalupe Brewing Company for a well-balanced, full-flavored craft beer made with natural ingredients and a menu featuring small-batch artisanal pizza. Head over to 5 Stones Artisan Brewery and enjoy a variety of brews and relax underneath the trees where you will be welcomed, comforted and served well!
Whether you’re a wine pro or just discovering your favorite pour, New Braunfels has plenty to toast! Just outside the city, Dry Comal Creek Vineyards crafts 100% Texas wine from grapes grown on-site and across the state. Water 2 Wine lets you blend, ferment, and bottle your own award-winning creation — a perfect hands-on experience. In Gruene Historic District, Winery on the Gruene blends global grapes into boutique wines right on-site, while The Grapevine, offers one of the largest selections of Texas wines, featuring more than 25 local wineries just steps from historic Gruene Hall.
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