You're just minutes away
from the best Texas attractions,
when you make Boerne your Vacation Destination!
Centrally located, many area
attractions are within minutes of Top of the Hill RV Resort. San
Antonio's River Walk, Sea World, Fiesta Texas and Six Flags Water Park are less
than 30 minutes away. For golfers, the picturesque grounds of four nearby
courses will challenge your game. Historic Boerne, Fredericksburg,
Kerrville and Luckenbach, will allow full expression of your shopping savvy.
Increase your sense of history by touring the Alamo, President Lyndon Johnson's
boyhood home at the LBJ ranch near Johnson City
or the World War II Museum in Fredericksburg. The
Boerne Chamber of Commerce,
Comfort Chamber of Commerce and the
Boerne Texas Convention and Visitors Bureau are excellent sources of local information.
Historic Boerne District
Boerne, Texas, located just
40 minutes from San Antonio; you’ll find the charming historic district of
downtown Boerne. Boerne is a mixture of quaint antique boutiques, with charming
hospitality and delicious restaurants and cafes. Stroll along Main Street and
enjoy galleries, museums, antique shopping, turn-of-the-century architecture,
gardens and river way. Boerne provides all the ambiance of a larger city, with
a relaxing setting for a gateway vacation.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Entertainment is
the name of the game at the 200-acre Six Flags Fiesta Texas. The park offers
distinctly themed areas, each reflecting a part of the state's vast culture,
through design, food and, of course, entertainment. Seven large theaters located
in the miniature villages offer ongoing musical and comedy shows. Action-packed
rides include the Rattler, the world's tallest, fastest wooden roller coaster,
Die Fledermaus, a traditional swing ride, the new Bugs.
www.sixflags.com 210-224-0601
San Antonio Zoo
One of the largest zoos in the country, with over 3500 animals and 750 different
species, the zoo offers a unique experience.
www.sa-zoo.org 210-734-7183
Sea
World
A one-of-a-kind theme park complete with rides, shows, animal attractions and a water park.
See Shamu and many other marine animals make a splash in one of the many shows
offered at Sea World. www.4adventure.com
210-523-3611
The Alamo
The Alamo is a worldwide
attraction, where tourists want to see the old mission where Texans stood their
ground and fought. The Alamo is centrally located in downtown San Antonio and surrounded by
many gardens, pond, visitor center, and museum.
www.thealamo.org 210-281-0710
The Riverwalk
It is located in the heart
of San Antonio, with it’s beautifully landscape of native plants and
fragrant flowers adorn the Riverwalk. The Riverwalk provides entertainment,
dining, theater, shopping and a picturesque setting for everyone.
www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com (210) 244-5700
Scenic Drives and Places to See
Hill Country Scenic Drives
Take a day trip to see the scenic Hill Country and view the tree-studded
limestone hills to the claim of "Texas'
friendliest people". The
clear running streams only add to the charm of the historic towns. In the
month of April see the famous Blue Bonnets and other wildflowers. Day touring can be done in several days, but it's best to absorb them at a slow pace.
A Cave Without a Name
Impressive limestone
formations that surround the Hill Country, there’s a special cave; A Cave
Without a Name. It is considered one of the least known by tourist and
breathtaking as it is named. The cave is easily accessible and it is a
comfortable 66 degree climate to visit year round for the entire family.
www.cavewithoutaname.com 830-537-4212.
Bat Cave
Home to thousands of Mexican free trailed bats. View their nightly exodus
June through October, just 15 miles outside of Comfort. 886-990-2287
Enchanted
Rock
A Texas State Park with over 1600 acres on Big Sandy Creek. The rock is a
huge, pink granite exfoliation dome that rises 425 feet above ground.
Enjoy primitive backpacking, camping, climbing or even a simple picnic.
www.tpwd.state.tx.us/park/enchantd 325-247-3903
Vineyards
Texas wineries in the Hill
Country are as beautiful to see, experience as they are to taste! Texas Hill
Country is home to these locations: Sister Creek Vineyards, Comfort Cellars,
Becker’s, Dry Comal Creek, and many more. All specializing in varieties
of Cabernets, blush, Chardonnays, Ports, Chenin Blanc, Pinot Noir and many other
varieties. These vineyards are a brilliant experience to see the Hill Country
at its best. Vineyard tour maps are available in the General Store.
Golf
Buckhorn Golf Course -
210-829-8803
The
Buckhorn is located on the outskirts of historic Comfort, Texas, at the
foothills of the Hill Country. A short thirty minute ride up I-10, and you’re
far enough away to enjoy yourself, but still close enough to get back in time
for dinner.
And offers golfers and their
families a relaxing and enjoyable day out on the course, but the rural setting
and attractive facilities provide an ideal place for hosting a variety of
functions, such as corporate tournaments and charity fundraisers. Exceptional
service and excellent course conditions make The Buckhorn the perfect choice for
your next individual or group golf outing.
La Cantera
Nestled in the beautiful Texas Hill Country just north of San Antonio, Texas,
the resort provides breathtaking views of the Hill Country and downtown San
Antonio from one of the highest points in the area. Ranked #2 on the “Top 30
Resorts in North America” and among the “Top 50 Golf Resorts in the U.S.” by Conde Nast Traveler, the $115-million hilltop retreat combines the best in golf
with the best of luxury.
The 508-room resort provides luxury accommodations, six pools, health club and
spa services, tennis courts, unique dining, kids club, three hot tubs, flexible
and spacious meeting space, and golf options second to none. In spring 2001 the
resort gained another 18 holes with the opening of The Palmer Course at La
Cantera, designed by the golfing legend. An acclaimed Golf Academy features
state-of-the-art equipment, a talented staff and unique corporate and group
programs.800-446-5387 or
210-558-4653
Brackenridge Golf Course - 210-226-5612
Hill Country Hyatt Regency
Golf Course - 210-647-1234
The Hill Country Golf Club meets all the standards of a truly great golf club
and resort experience. The 10,369 yard course is a beautiful, but
challenging. All 27-holes were designed by the nationally acclaimed golf course
architectural firm, Arthur Hills and Associates. And 9 Additional holes were
recently completed in may 2005.
