Top 10 Weekend Escapes From Austin
It’s true that there is never a dull moment in ‘The Live Music Capital of the World,’ however there are times when even Austinites need a break from the city. Luckily, there are many destinations to choose from to relieve a bit of that workweek stress. From delicious Junkberry Pie to the Enchanted Rock, to the famous Spoetzl Brewery in Shiner, the options are limitless for a relaxing weekend away.
1. New Braunfels
Park
Gruene
Not too far away from New Braunfels is the town of Gruene (pronounced Green). One of the top weekend getaways in the Hill Country, Gruene is also known for its Old Gruene Market Days, which are held every third weekend of each month. Take a tour of the many varied shops on Main Street, grab lunch at The Gristmill River Restaurant and Bar, and then head over to the historic Gruene Hall for an evening of country dancing. A weekend here never disappoints!
2. Dripping Springs
Restaurant, BBQ
Lockhart
Continuing on the theme of barbecue, Lockhart, the ‘Barbecue Capital of Texas’ is only a convenient 40-minute drive down from Austin. Come with Thanksgiving pants on because no visit is complete without sampling the barbecue at each of ‘the big three’: Black’s Barbecue, Smitty’s Market, and Kruez Market. For a more eat-where-the-locals-eat feel, check out Chisholm Trail Bar-B-Que as well.
Black’s Barbecue, 215 N Main St, Lockhart, TX, USA, +1 512 398 2712
Smitty’s Market, 208 S Commerce St, Lockhart, TX, USA, +1 512 398 9344
Kreuz Market, 619 N Colorado St, Lockhart, TX, USA, +1 512 398 2361
3. Wimberley
Winery, Park
4. Johnson City
Park
5. La Grange
Natural Feature
6. Fredericksburg
Natural Feature
7. Shiner
Bar, Pub Grub
Round Top
Round Top is primarily known for its role in the semi-annual Antique Weekend, however it has quite a lot to offer during the low season. Known for their freewheeling country-cool attitude, the Junk Gypsies, Amie and Jolie Sikes, have their Junk Gypsy World Headquarters here. Stop by and find out why stars like Miranda Lambert and Dierks Bentley are big fans of these funky sisters’ décor. Make a stop at Royers Pie afterwards for a healthy serving of one of their 17 (yes, 17) different pies. An uncontested favorite in the Junkberry Pie, named after their neighbors, the Junk Gypsies.
Round Top, TX, USA
Royers Pie Haven, 190 Henkel Circle, Round Top, TX, USA
By Gabrielle Castagno
Gabrielle Castagno began traveling at the age of 16, and has been hooked ever since. Gabrielle has ventured to over 9 different countries, most recently residing in Milan, Italy. She now lives and works in Austin, Texas and can regularly be found sipping a mojito at a local bar and planning her next trip.
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