Fun and Unforgettable Attractions for You to Enjoy

New Braunfels offers many types of water related activities. Go tubing on either the Guadalupe or Comal rivers. Enjoy boating/fishing at nearby Canyon Lake. Take the family to the famous Schlitterbahn Water Park or go for a swim in the spring fed waters of Landa Park.

Landa Park - Enjoy a spring fed pool, olympic pool, and swimming pool bath house. More than 300 picnic tables. Also features paddle boat rentals, miniature golf course and a miniture train that crosses the 51 acre park.

Schlitterbahn Water Park - Nestled along the beautiful banks of the Comal River, the Schlitterbahn Water Park features epic river rides, kid's water playgrounds, as well as beautiful picnic spots. Includes a heated pool, inner tube chutes, water slides, wave pools and more.

Texas Tubes - Rent a tube and float the clear waters of the Comal River.

Canyon Lake - With 80 miles of shoreline, Canyon Lake is one of the deepest and most scenic lakes in Texas. Seven public parks provide a wide range of activities including camping, fishing, swimming, SCUBA diving, picnicking, wildlife viewing, boating, and other water sports.

Browse the many eclectic shops in downtown New Braunfels. Explore fascinating boutiques of all kinds. Shop for antiques, hand crafted home furnishings, even the state's oldest hardware store.

Gruene Antique Company - Located in the Gruene Historic District, the Gruene Antique Company houses 6,500 sq. ft. of antiques, collectibles, gifts and decor in a Texas Landmark Building.

Gruene Flea Antique Mall - The Gruene Flea Antique Mall is a multi-dealer Texas-size antique gallery featuring quality antiques, arts, vintage collectibles as well as antique and vintage jewelry.

Hausita Antiques - Acclaimed high quality, eclectic antique furniture and vintage clothing and jewelry.

Henne Hardware - In continuous operation for over 150 years, Henne Hardware is the oldest hardware store in Texas.

Taste the town at some of the state's finest eating establishments, including the Gristmill, Gruene River Grill and Clear Springs Cafe. Enjoy world famous German food, New York style pizza, flaming good barbeque, seafood and more.

Gristmill River Restaurant - Located beneath the water tower in the Historic Gruene District, the Gristmill is situated under the shade of towering oak trees on a bluff overlooking the Guadalupe River. The menu features thick steaks and large hamburgers, chicken fried steak, fried catfish, grilled chicken, enormous sandwiches, fresh fish and special dishes like tomatillo chicken and bronzed catfish.

Gruene River Grill - Relax on the patio overlooking the river and enjoy signature menu items like, Crispy Shrimp Won Tons, Hawaiian Style Ribs, Pan Seared Redfish with crawfish butter, Balsamic Ribeye and Philly Cheese Steak Sandwiches. The restaurant offers an extensive wine list with wines by the glass and bottle, as well as a full service bar with premium liquors, frozen Bellini's, Margaritas, and Hand Shaken Martinis.

Clear Springs Cafe - Built in 1873 for storing cotton, the historical Clear Springs Hall and Store now houses the Clear Springs Restaurant, which has preserved the historical atmosphere of the early German community. This "country casual" restaurant serves mouth-watering soups, salads and seafood, including their world famous catfish, salmon and shrimp dishes, as well as favorites like bunless burgers and Texas-size chicken fried steaks.

Alpine Haus - Surrounded by the beautiful Texas Hill Country in a 164-year-old historic building, Alpine Haus specializes in Bavarian style cooking with influences from Germany, Austria and Switzerland. The menu includes all the traditional Schnitzels, Rinder Rouladen, Sauerbraten, Rinder Goulash, Schweinebraten, Huhnerbrust Geschnetzeltes, and of course many different sausages. The Alpine Haus also offers an extensive collection of German beers.

Macadoo's Seafood Company - Located in the old post office, Macaddo's serves fine Texas Creole cuisine and fresh fish daily. The restaurant specializes in authentic Cajun specialties like Cajun Enchiladas, Crawfish & Shrimp Etouffee, and Shrimp & Cheese Grits. Delicious seafood fare include exquisite Seabass, Halibut, Grouper, Mahi, Salmon and Crab dishes.

Go for an exciting night out on the town. New Braunfels has a variety of spots teeming with great music, spirits and people. Dance the night away at Gruene Hall or take in a concert at the world class riverside ampitheatre.

Gruene Hall - Built in 1878, Gruene Hall is Texas' oldest continually operating and most famous dance hall. The 6,000 square foot dance hall features a high pitched tin roof with side flaps for open air dancing. Gruene Hall has become internationally recognized as a major music venue for up-and-coming, as well as established artists like George Strait, Hal Ketchum, Lyle Lovett, John Hiatt, Rodney Crowell, Garth Brooks, Chris Isaak, the Dixie Chicks, Kris Kristofferson, Willie Nelson and Aaron Neville.

WhiteWater Ampitheater - Canopied by a silhouette of ancient Cypress and large heritage trees, the Whitewater Ampitheater sits just steps in front of the Guadalupe River, amongst breathtaking cliffs and treetops. The venue features daytime tubing on the Guadalupe, good food, a classic Biergarten, and major music acts performing on a world class stage under the stars.

River Hofbrau - Located on the banks of the Guadalupe River, the River Hofbrau features a food and beverage menu that combines the best of traditional Texas and German cultural favorites. Dine inside or outside in the scenic Beer Garden. Enjoy a cold one while taking in some of the best live music New Braunfels has to offer.

River Road Ice House - Situated on River Road alongside the Guadalupe River, the River Road Ice House features top tier live music nightly. Enjoy a few cold ones while dancing to some of the best Texas music anywhere.

Snorkel the coves of Canyon Lake, explore the depths of Natural Bridge Caverns or take a drive through the Wildlife Preserve Ranch.

Natural Bridge Caverns - In March of 1960, four college students from St. Mary's University in San Antonio, discovered large underground passages under a spectacular 60-foot limestone bridge. Natural Bridge Caverns are the largest known commercial caverns in Texas. The caverns feature several unique speleothems and other geological formations.

Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch - A Texas style safari. Drive through 400 acres of rolling hills, creek beds, and magnificent live oak trees, and witness the behavior of over 500 animals from 40 exotic, native and endangered animal species worldwide.

Canyon Lake - With 80 miles of shoreline, Canyon Lake is one of the deepest and most scenic lakes in Texas. Seven public parks provide a wide range of activities including camping, fishing, swimming, SCUBA diving, picnicking, wildlife viewing, boating, and other water sports.

Landa Park - Enjoy a spring fed pool, olympic pool, and swimming pool bath house. More than 300 picnic tables. Also features paddle boat rentals, miniature golf course and a miniture train that crosses the 51 acre park.