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7 of the best day trips from Austin
07.12.2023 - 16:13 / lonelyplanet.com
The city of Austin is a destination in and of itself.
But the city's location in the Texas Hill Country makes it easy for travelers to access other unique places without a long drive. The area is full of phenomenal hiking spots, popular lakes and rivers, small towns with cute downtowns, and wineries galore. If you’re going to travel all the way to Austin, you might as well sample what the wider region has to offer, too.
We’ve made a list of our favorite day trip destinations from Austin within a two-hour drive. If you schedule your travels well, you can enjoy the city and some of Texas’ most magical spots all in one vacation.
Travel time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
If you can spare a few days to visit San Antonio, don’t miss the opportunity. Its Spanish colonial architecture makes it one of the most beautiful cities in the US. If you only have the day, however, the 15-mile River Walk connects multiple districts like Downtown to the popular Pearl District, home to a food hall, farmers market and shopping.
A visit to San Antonio wouldn’t be complete without experiencing the city’s historic Spanish past and its vibrant Mexican culture today. The San Antonio Missions National Historic Park features five historic Spanish missions, including the Alamo, which are all connected by a bike path. Don’t miss a chance to experience San Antonio’s Chicano community at El Mercado, a traditional Mexican market full of shops with Mexican-made products, art, traditional food stalls, restaurants, bakeries, and musical and artistic performances.
How to get to San Antonio from Austin: The easiest way to get to San Antonio from Austin is to drive down I-35. However, you could also take the bus via Greyhound and MegaBus or hop on the Amtrak Texas Eagle train. An Amtrak coach ticket from Austin to San Antonio is cheap, but the journey takes about 3.5 hours – about three times longer than a bus ride or car drive.
Travel time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
People may not associate Texas with being a wine destination, but the small town of Fredericksburg has really made a name for itself in the last few years. Over 100 wineries and vineyards (and one distillery!) surround Fredericksburg, offering different types of tastings and experiences that wine enthusiasts will love.
While you could skip a trip into town and just visit the wineries, it’s worth the time and effort. The city’s German heritage is prominent in the cuisine of local restaurants, the Pioneer Museum, and the architecture of the Vereins Kirche. German culture aside, the downtown area is filled with clothing shops and gift stores that are worth exploring.
How to get to Fredericksburg from Austin: Most travelers drive from Austin to Fredericksburg and spend the day exploring the town
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