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Discover San Antonio, Austin, and the Hill Country in 3 Days!

 

Hill Country Texas Overview

Day 1: San Antonio - Remember the Alamo! 

* Morning (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM):

* Activity: Start your day at the Alamo (300 Alamo Plaza). Immerse yourself in Texas history where heroes made their stand. (Allow 2-3 hours, Free entry).

* Activity: Stroll through the Riverwalk, San Antonio's iconic waterfront promenade. (Allow 1 hour, Free).

* Lunch (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM):

* Dining: Savor some Tex-Mex at Boudro's Texas Bistro (421 E Commerce St) on the Riverwalk. Try their famous prickly pear margarita and river barge enchiladas. ($30).

* Afternoon (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM):

* Activity: Explore the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. Visit Mission San Jose (6701 San Jose Dr), the "Queen of the Missions," and Mission Concepcion (807 Mission Rd). (Allow 3-4 hours, Free).

* Activity: Check out the Pearl District, a revitalized brewery complex with shops and restaurants.

* Dinner (6:00 PM - 7:30 PM):

* Dining: Enjoy some BBQ at The Smoke Shack (3714 Broadway St). ($30).

* Evening (7:30 PM - 9:00 PM):

* Activity: Take a relaxing Riverwalk boat tour. ($20).

Day 2: Austin - Keepin' it Weird 

* Morning (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM):

* Logistics: Drive from San Antonio to Austin (approx. 1.5-hour drive).

* Activity: Visit the Texas State Capitol (1100 Congress Ave). Take a free tour and learn about Texas government. (Allow 2 hours, Free).

* Activity: Stroll through Zilker Park, Austin's green oasis.

* Lunch (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM):

* Dining: Grab a bite at a food truck on South Congress (SoCo). Options abound from tacos to vegan fare. ($20).

* Afternoon (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM):

* Activity: Explore South Congress Avenue (SoCo), known for its eclectic shops, street art, and live music venues.

* Activity: Visit the "Greetings from Austin" mural (1720 S 1st St) for a photo opportunity.

* Activity: Take a dip in Barton Springs Pool (2201 Barton Springs Rd). ($9).

* Dinner (6:00 PM - 7:30 PM):

* Dining: Enjoy some Tex-Mex at Matt's El Rancho (2613 S Lamar Blvd), an Austin institution. ($35).

* Evening (7:30 PM - 9:00 PM):

* Activity: Catch live music on 6th Street, Austin's entertainment district. (Cover charges may apply).

Day 3: Texas Hill Country - Wine and Wildflowers 

* Morning (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM):

* Logistics: Drive from Austin to Fredericksburg (approx. 1.5-hour drive).

* Activity: Explore Main Street in Fredericksburg, known for its German heritage, shops, and wineries.

* Activity: Visit the National Museum of the Pacific War (340 E Main St). ($20).

* Lunch (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM):

* Dining: Enjoy German cuisine at Der Lindenbaum (312 E Main St) in Fredericksburg. ($30).

* Afternoon (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM):

* Activity: Wine tasting at a winery along the Wine Road 290. ($30).

* Activity: Visit Enchanted Rock State Natural Area. Hike to the top of the pink granite dome for panoramic views. (Entrance fee: $8 per adult).

* Dinner (6:00 PM - 7:30 PM):

* Dining: Have a final Texas dinner at Otto's German Bistro (316 E Austin St) in Fredericksburg. ($40)

* Evening (7:30 PM - Onward):

* Logistics: Drive back to San Antonio or Austin, depending on your departure plans.

Total Estimated Budget (Excluding Accommodation & Transportation Costs):

* Day 1: $80

* Day 2: $94

* Day 3: $128

* Total: $302


SPECIAL NOTE:

Always check whether your tours or places of interest are open and available on the days you will be in the area. Check hours, current prices, and alternatives if necessary. Things are always subject to change. The above itinerary does not include hotels or transportation. Plan accordingly and always check the weather for the latest forecast! Enjoy your trip!

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