Boerne Travel Guide

Tucked securely into Texas Hill Country, the small town of Boerne is mere minutes away from San Antonio. Boerne is abundant with old stone buildings from its past, historic specialty shops, gardens of wildflowers, and country-inspired vacation rentals, all adding to the city’s unique charm.

Things to Do in Boerne

Rich in outdoor activity, Boerne is home to the 300-acre City Lake Park, a number of creeks and slow moving rivers to go tubing and paddling, and biking trails such as the Cibolo Creek Trail Mountain Bike Trail. Visitors can also have a picnic or go kayaking at Boerne City Park, play basketball or sand volleyball at Northrup Park, and go swimming at Boerne’s Municipal Pool. Horse-lovers can spend a day with Boerne's horses when they book a trail ride with Stricker Trail Rides, wine-enthusiasts will be wowed by the tours offered by Saint Tryphon Farm and Vineyard, and those thirsting for knowledge will appreciate a visit to the Agricultural Heritage Museum and a tour of the Kuhlmann-King Historical House.

Boerne’s Gallery 195 of Boerne is the go-to location for viewings of unique artwork, while Carriage House Gallery of Artists allows visitors to find and purchase their new favorite piece of statement wall decor. Shopping is one of the most popular tourist activities, as Boerne is home to Boerne City Center -- the city’s most creative shopping mall -- and dozens of unique locally-owned stores such as Ella Blue, Red Crest Pet Shop, Sugarshack, and Redbird Retro. Many visitors also fill their spare time with bowling, swimming, get pampered at the spa, and checking out Boerne’s cafes.

Best Time to Visit Boerne

The best time to visit Boerne, Texas is in April to July and September to October. During these periods, the weather is warm but not at its peak, making outdoor activities more enjoyable.

Best Events in Boerne

With a city full of upbeat residents to entertain, Boerne hosts a ton of great yearly events. The annual Hauptstrasse Quiltfest, Texas Corvette Car Show, and Kendall County Fair are only a few of the most exciting events. The Boerne Bergs Fest celebrates the city’s German ancestry by way of parades, a Bratwurst-eating contest, German folk music, carnival rides, dachshund races, and much more.

Things to Do for Families in Boerne

The perfect place for a day of family fun, the Civil Nature Center is a sight to behold. The center features two natural caves and four ecosystems, as well as bird watching, hiking, and adventuring in the surrounding area. Alamo Karts is a great location for families to channel their inner race car driver, as guests can race on an outdoor track complete with sharp turns and obstacles.