Ingram Travel Guide

Seated on the banks of the Guadalupe River in Texas Hill Country, Ingram is a charming town with a modern mindset and scenery worthy of being explored. The town values art, culture, and good food that attracts tourists from all over the world.

Things to Do in Ingram

When exploring the natural landscape, Ingram’s visitors usually flock to Stonehenge II -- a large monument that pays homage to the original Stonehenge, as well as to the Historic Old Ingram Loop, which features a number of unique shops, the most iconic being Clint Orm’s Engravers and Silvermiths. These spots sell everything from specialty lamps to fine art, antiques, and handmade jewelry. Ingram City Park, Point Theater, and Lazy Days Canteen are other fun places to spend the day. Printmaking classes are a fun activity that guests can engage in at Johnson Creek Printmakers, while taking an art class at Kathleen Cook Art Studio kick starts the flow of creativity in every guest who attends a class.

Best Places to Stay in Ingram

By offering an abundance of vacation homes in the Ingram area, the city ensures that all guests enjoy a memorable stay in their ideal vacation home. Guests can find a unique house by using our search engine, or simply checking out the Ingram, TX website. Some of the best rentals are located in the downtown area.

Best Time to Visit Ingram

The best time to visit the city is during the months in the middle of the year, as the weather is comfortable and offers periods of high temperatures. Spring and fall are also great options when Ingram sees less visitors and lowers its prices.

Food in Ingram

A few tasty Ingram restaurants include Chi-Cho Cafe which is vegetarian friendly, Rita’s Famous Tacos which offers authentic Mexican cuisine, and Tonya’s Our House BBQ which offers classic Texan steaks and brisket.

Best Events in Ingram

Many of Ingram’s residents and visitors make their way to nearby towns for annual festivals -- one of which is the Holiday Lighted Parade in Kerrville. The Lighted Parade features floats lit with Christmas lights, music, hot cocoa, and festive cheer. In Hunt, the Polar Bear Challenge is a popular annual event, offering a 116-foot-long water slide that leads into icy winter waters, free food for both sliders and spectators, live music, awards, and door prizes. Ingram’s very own Ingram Christmas Parade is also worth noting, as the event includes a holiday themed parade, live music, cookies and hot cocoa, and of course, a visit from Santa Claus.

Things to Do for Families in Ingram

Kerrville, a short drive away from Ingram, offers Ingram’s residents and visitors a ton of family-friendly activities. In particular, families enjoy watching a good movie at Rio 10 Cinema and getting active at the Family Sports Center, which features rock climbing, bowling, and crossfit. The Schreiner Mansion Museum offers tours of the exquisite mansion, showcasing its unique 19th century art, antique furniture, and an authentic vintage electrical switchboard.