Attractions in Blanco 

Blanco is a lively riverside town that is located near many of the places that make the Texas Hill Country a popular place to visit. The Blanco River is one of the town’s big attractions, especially in the summer as families from all over the state come to swim and play in its cool and clear water. But that’s not all there is. Blanco is also home to one of the biggest craft breweries in Texas, the first commercial lavender farm in the state, and offers easy access to the many wineries and vineyards throughout the region. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing weekend getaway or some fun in the sun, Blanco has you covered. Read on to discover all the attractions in Blanco.

Blanco Pioneer Museum

Learn about Blanco's early history and Western heritage at the Blanco Pioneer Museum, located in a historic house just one block from the courthouse square. The museum is open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Group tours can be scheduled by calling the number below

418 Pecan Street
Blanco, TX 78606
(830) 554-0831

Blanco State Park

Blanco State Park is a riverside outdoor recreation area on the south side of Blanco. Swimming, fishing, hiking, tubing, canoeing, and camping are all available in the state park, which is open every day of the year.

101 Park Road 23
Blanco, TX 78606
(830) 833-4333

Buggy Barn Museum

Enjoy an up-close look at rare 18th- and 19th-century horse-drawn buggies, carriages, and wagons at Blanco's Buggy Barn Museum. The museum's collection, one of the largest in the United States, includes vehicles used in films such as True Grit, Lonesome Dove, and There Will Be Blood.

1915 Main Street
Blanco, TX 78606
(830) 833-5708

Garrison Brothers Distillery

Sample some of the finest bourbon whiskey in the state at Garrison Brothers Distillery in Hye, Texas, about 16 miles north of Blanco. The distillery is the first and oldest legal whiskey distillery in Texas and offers guided tours that can be booked online.

1827 Hye-Albert Road
Hye, TX 78635
(830) 392-0246

Hill Country Lavender Farm

Blanco is known as the Lavender Capital of Texas in part because it is home to the first commercial lavender farm in the state, Hill Country Lavender. Visitors are welcome to stroll through the fragrant lavender fields, browse handmade lavender products in the farm store, and experience the blooms during the late spring and early summer season.

8241 Farm to Market 165
Blanco, TX 78606
(830) 833-2294

Real Ale Brewing Company

Real Ale Brewing Company is one of the largest independent craft breweries in Texas, and it's located just outside Blanco. Craft beer enthusiasts can enjoy fresh beers in the Tap Room & Beer Garden, which is open Wednesday through Sunday. Check the brewery's website for current tour availability, seasonal events, and live music.

2250 US Highway 281
Blanco, TX 78606
(830) 833-2534

Rain Bird Gallery

The Rain Bird Gallery is an art and antique store on the south side of Blanco. Much of the gallery's collection is handcrafted and locally made, featuring rustic furniture, original artwork, jewelry, antiques, collectibles, home décor, and unique gifts

103 Main Street
Blanco, TX 78606
(830) 833-5900

Old Blanco County Courthouse

The Old Blanco County Courthouse, built in 1885 and 1886, is the centerpiece of Blanco's downtown square. According to the National Register of Historic Places, the building is "one of the finest examples of courthouse architecture from the late 19th century in Texas." Today it houses the Blanco Visitor Center, where visitors can view historic photographs and learn about local attractions, dining, and events throughout the Texas Hill Country.

300 Main Street
Blanco, TX 78606
(830) 833-2211

Vaaler Creek Golf Club

Golfers looking to play a relaxing yet challenging round should visit Vaaler Creek Golf Club, one of the Hill Country's premier public courses. Vaaler Creek Golf Club features strategically placed bunkers, scenic water features, and rolling terrain that enhances the natural beauty of the Texas Hill Country. Tee times can be reserved online through the club's website.

228 Jeff Vaughn
Blanco, TX 78606
(830) 833-0706