Texas Hill Country Travel Guide
The Texas Hill Country is an antidote to city life — wide open skies, small towns, rivers and lakes — with a mix of German heritage and Texas hospitality you won’t find anywhere else.
But planning a great Hill Country trip can get overwhelming fast. TexyHills is here to help you decide where to go, when to visit, what to do, and how to put together an itinerary that feels like you (not just a generic tourist checklist).
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About TexyHills
Me (Jeff) on the back porch with Judy (wife)Hi, I'm Jeff — the person behind TexyHills.
I’ve been living in, exploring, and road-tripping the Texas Hill Country for 30+ years, and I created this site to help you plan a trip that feels easy, local, and worth your time.
If you’re not sure where to begin, start with the Maps and Towns sections and build from there.
Learn more about me here.
Why You Can Trust TexyHills
TexyHills is built to make Texas Hill Country trip planning simpler and more local.
- 30+ years exploring the Hill Country — real towns, real routes, real weekends away
- Practical trip planning help — maps, “what to do,” and where to stay/eat/drink
- Updated over time — I refresh guides as towns, hours, and recommendations change
Explore the Texas Hill Country by Topic
Not sure where to start? Pick a topic below and jump straight into maps, towns, places to stay, and the best spots to eat and drink across the Texas Hill Country.
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Keep Exploring the Hill Country
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Fredericksburg Texas Lodging puts you in the middle of wine country. You also get the benefit of the history, comfort and convenience of your surroundings.
Texas Hill Country Lodging gives you choices from camping to spas..
Texas Hill Country Lodging offers you camping to spas. Settle in to a full service resort or rough it with a cabin or campsite that lets you experience nature.
Texas Hill Country Wineries offer a huge variety of wines and styles.
Texas Hill Country Wineries create a wide variety of wines in different styles with grapes grown in the Mediterranean-like climate of the Texas Hill Country.
Texas Hill Country Maps show you how to get around but also exxplore.
Texas Hill Country Maps don't just show you how to get around. They inspire you to explore. Find lost towns, hidden hot spots, and places you've only heard of.
Interactive Texas Hill Country Map
Want the quickest way to get oriented? Open my interactive map and start planning your route. In addition to the towns, you'll also see lodging, wineries, restaurants and more.
This is just a screenshot above. But, it will give you an idea of what the interactive map looks like.
Ultimate Texas Hill Country Guide
Want the full, step-by-step version?
I put everything in one place—maps, towns to consider, wineries, restaurants, lodging ideas, and planning tips—so you can build a Hill Country trip that fits your time and style.
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Texas Hill Country Travel Guide: Towns, Maps, Wineries & Lodging
Plan a Texas Hill Country trip with maps, towns, wineries, restaurants, lodging, and local tips from 30+ years exploring the region. -
Texas Hill Country Maps show you how to get around but also exxplore.
Texas Hill Country Maps don't just show you how to get around. They inspire you to explore. Find lost towns, hidden hot spots, and places you've only heard of. -
Ultimate Texas Hill Country Guide: Maps, Towns, Wineries & Lodging
Plan your Texas Hill Country trip with maps, town guides, wineries, restaurants, lodging, and itinerary ideas—plus a free checklist when you join the newsletter. -
Texas Hill Country Lodging gives you choices from camping to spas..
Texas Hill Country Lodging offers you camping to spas. Settle in to a full service resort or rough it with a cabin or campsite that lets you experience nature. -
Romantic Hill Country Getaway - the magical way to sit back and relax.
A Romantic Hill Country Getaway is your escape from the city. A perfect spot hidden away in the Texas Hill Country for you to enjoy nature at a slower pace.
