Gruene, Texas has so many fun things to do! This small town lies within New Braunfels and is a hot place for shopping, live music, great restaurants and relaxing times. Come see why so many people travel to this great town!
I'm Michael Johnson with Film Compass, and I grew up very near Gruene. Whether it's dancing at Gruene Hall, eating at the Gristmill River Restaurant, sipping on wine or relaxing on the Guadalupe River - this town will keep you busy no matter the time of year. If a trip to New Braunfels is already on your agenda then you have to come see the Gruene Historic District.
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:31 Shopping
02:51 Restaurants
04:17 Live Music
04:57 Wine
05:25 Tubing
1. Shopping
There’s many things to do in Gruene but the first on my list is touring the town to see all the shops like the Gruene General Store. This store is home to so many interesting gifts, delectable treats and tasty ice cream. As soon as you leave the store you’ll see Gruene Antique Company right across the street. This store is full of unique items from all over the world.
For the avid outdoorsmen there’s Gruene Outfitters that’ll get you set up with fashionable outdoor wear and amazing fly fishing gear. Right behind the Gruene Antique Company is a pottery shop called The Barn. This shop has an amazing inventory of homemade pottery.
2. Restaurants
Once you’ve shopped around it might be time to grab a bite to eat in one of Gruene’s restaurants like the Gristmill River Restaurant and Bar. This restaurant used to be an old cotton gin but it now serves up amazing hamburgers and award winning chicken fried steak. Just feet away from the Gristmill is Cantina Del Rio which serves up award winning margaritas.
3. Live Music
One of the funnest things to do in New Braunfels and this small town is see the live music at Gruene Hall. People come from all over Texas to see the famous country singers that frequent this hall. George Strait and Willie Nelson are just a few of the famous singers that have sung at Gruene Hall many times throughout the years. It’s a great dance hall to check out on your next trip here.
However, it isn’t the only place in this historic town to see live music. You’ll frequently see pop up bands all over Gruene on a Saturday or Sunday strumming away at their guitars.
4. Wine
Another notable mention on the list of things to do in Gruene, Texas is relaxing on the porch of The Grapevine or chilling on the garden of Winery on the Gruene as you sip on fruit infused wine. Each of these wineries are home to amazing wines. The Grapevine features new wines every week while the fruit infused wine at Winery on the Gruen will keep you coming back after satisfying those taste buds.
5. Tubing
Last but certainly not least is enjoying an amazing time tubing the Guadalupe River that runs right through Gruene. Many frequent this small town not to just stay dry and shop but for this river tubing adventure. Experience small rapids and a chill atmosphere as you gaze upon the tall cypress trees that line the banks of the Guadalupe.
That’s everything - I hope you enjoyed this Gruene Travel Guide and that you’ll come see this amazing small town that resides in New Braunfels some day.