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Wimberley

Austin's Favorite Hill Country Escape

Wimberley is the most beloved weekend destination for Austin residents — a creative, artsy town on the Blanco River known for its galleries, swimming holes, and increasingly serious wine culture.

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Wineries
Nearby
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Best For
Wine & dining
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Tasting Fees
$15–$50
Vibe
Wine country charm
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🤓 Did You Know?
Wine has been produced commercially in the United States since the 1830s — California alone now has over 140 designated American Viticultural Areas (AVAs), more than any other state.

Wineries to Visit

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Wimberley Valley Winery
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1851 Vineyards
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McReynolds Wines
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Gatekeepers Estate Winery
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Texas Wine Collective
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Where to Eat

Leaning Pear Café$$

Most acclaimed restaurant in Wimberley — creative farm-to-table cooking in a beautiful space.

Cypress Creek Café$$

Local favorite with outdoor creek-side seating — reliable American food and local wines.

The Crafthouse$$

Gastropub with craft beer and local wine — consistently busy for good reason.

Ino's Kitchen$$

Mexican home cooking from a family recipe — exceptional and deeply local.

Things to Do

  • ✓ Blue Hole Regional Park swimming (June–August) — one of Texas's most beloved swimming holes
  • ✓ Wimberley Square Market Days (first Saturday of the month, March–December) — enormous artisan market
  • ✓ Gallery and shop walk around the square
  • ✓ Pioneer Town living history exhibit
  • ✓ Jacob's Well Natural Area — spring-fed swimming hole that goes 140 feet deep
  • ✓ Blanco River tubing
🍷 WinoNotion Insider Tip
Wimberley on Market Days (first Saturday) gets extremely crowded — arrive by 9am for parking. For a quieter experience, visit on a weekday when the galleries are open and restaurants have space.
Known For

Blanco River swimming, artisan galleries, Blue Hole Regional Park, Wimberley Square, progressive Texas culture

Drive Times
Austin
45min
San Marcos
30min
San Antonio
1h
Where to Stay
Leaning Pear CottagesB&B

Cottages associated with the restaurant — beautiful, intimate, and perfectly located.

Wimberley InnMid-range

Comfortable creek-side inn — family-friendly and well-maintained.

Cypress Creek CottagesB&B

Quiet cottages on the creek — most peaceful lodging option in town.

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