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The Best 6+ Things to Do in Dripping Springs TX: Guaranteed Fun

December 7, 2022
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Sometimes it’s nice to escape from the Austin city life for a relaxing day in the country. In just a short 45 minute drive(depending on traffic), you can indulge in some Texas Hill Country scenery. From swimming holes to hole-in-ones, these are some of the most fun things to do in Dripping Springs TX!

Where to Eat:

? Epicure

Epicure

Who doesn’t enjoy a glass of wine with a delicious charcuterie spread? Having a picnic in the gorgeous outdoor spaces of Dripping Springs sounds so lovely. Order ahead for a to-go board that’s exactly to your liking. If you want to dine in, you’ll have to check out their delicious dinner menu from 5:00 pm – 8:00pm. We suggest you make a reservation!

Hours & Location

Sun – Tues | Closed
Wed-Sat | Retail Only 11AM – 5PM | Dinner 5PM- 8PM

?Clocktower Shopping Center, 1025 Cannon Dr Ste 105, Dripping Springs, TX 78620

? Homespun Kitchen and Bar

Homespun Kitchen and Bar

This farm-to-table restaurant is close to downtown Dripping Springs, it has the perfect rustic atmosphere, and the food is top notch! Homespun Kitchen and Bar’s menu has delicious hearty options like the best Skillet Mac & Cheese, Fried Green Tomato Napoleon Chicken Salad, a Catfish Platter.

Don’t miss their amazing daily specials. Kids eat free Wednesdays (dine-in only), half-off margs for margarita Mondays, and BOGO steak burgers on Thursdays!

Hours & Location

Sun-Thurs | 11:00am–9:00pm
Fri & Sat | 11:00am–10:00pm

? 131 E Mercer St, Dripping Springs, TX 78620

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Crepe Crazy

Oh, crêpe, you forgot to eat breakfast?! Crêpe crazy has a variety of savory and sweet crêpes for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. We’re eyeing the Fiesta – chorizo, scrambled eggs, black beans, corn, cheese, and salsa! They also have gluten free batter upon request for some gluten free crêpes.

Hours & Location

SUN- WED | 9AM – 3PM

THURS – SAT | 9AM – 8PM

?Location – 660B W HWY 290, Dripping Springs, TX 78620

? PigPen BBQ

Pig Pen BBQ

Downhome BBQ in the heart of Dripping Springs that’s fingerlickin’ good. They’ve taken 20+ years to perfect their bbq technique, and they use a proprietary dry rub on their meats.

Hours & Location

MON | CLOSED

TUES – SAT | 7AM – 7PM

SUN | 8AM – 3PM

?301 W. Highway 290 Dripping Springs, Texas 78620

?Hill Country Pizzeria

Hill Country Pizzeria

Grab a some of the best pizza in Dripping Springs after checking out all of the breweries in Dripping Springs at Hill Country Pizzeria. It’s a local family-operated restaurant that’s been running since 2011. They also have lots of other options like burgers, pizza rolls, calzones, and more.

Hours & Location

SUN – THURS | 11AM – 9PM

FRI – SAT | 11AM – 10PM

?598 US-290 #250, Dripping Springs, TX 78620

?Rolling in Thyme & Dough

Rolling in Thyme & Dough

Baked goods for a long hike are always a great idea, and Thyme & Dough is one of the most popular bakery & cafe spots in the hill country. They have a great breakfast and lunch menu with favorites like the Turkey in Thyme Sandwich and Smoky Chipotle Breakfast Sandwich. Also, don’t miss weekly BYOB bistro night!

Hours & Location

MON – SAT | 8AM-3PM

SUN | Closed

?333 West Hwy 290, Dripping Springs, TX 78620

Tillie's Restaurant & Bar — ?Tillie's Restaurant & Bar

Tillie's Restaurant & Bar

An elegant, stunning Italian restaurant awaits you in the hills of Dripping Springs. Tillie’s is one of the best restaurants for a more upscale dining experience. It’s located at the beautiful Camp Lucy hotel, and they serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner. On the dinner menu, we love the coq au vin chicken!

Book reservations ahead of time!

Hours & Location

DAILY | BREAKFAST 8AM-10:30PM | DINNER 5PM-9PM

MON – FRI | LUNCH 11:30AM – 2PM

SAT – SUN | BRUNCH 10AM – 1PM

?3509 Creek Road Dripping Springs, Texas

Where to Drink:

Deep Eddy Vodka

Deep Eddy Vodka Tasting Room

Deep Eddy Vodka is a local vodka that you’ll see on most shelves at bars throughout the area, and you can see their distillery in person in Dripping Springs! Start the day with a flight or order a cocktail. They have an amazing atmosphere with live music. They also have food onsite!

Btw, if you’re really into spirits? Make sure to peep our guide: 13 Distilleries in Austin & Surrounding Areas: Visit Today!

Hours & Location

THURS | 11PM – 7PM

FRI – SAT 11AM – 5PM

SUN | 12PM – 5PM

MON – WED | Closed

? 2250 US-290, Dripping Springs, TX 78620

Mazama Coffee Dripping Springs — ? Mazama Coffee Company

Mazama Coffee Company

Although the drive isn’t too long, we’d suggest you grab a pick-me-up at Mazama Coffee Company for all the fun you’ll be having. Get energized with an Iced Chai Latte and munch on a homemade Butter Croissant. Need more than a few bites of some delicious baked goods? Mazama Coffee also offers lunch. The Bento Boxes or the Classic PB&J are perfect for on the go! After you grab a drink, bop around historic Mercer Street where you can take photos in front of the old gas station and discover some cute boutiques!

Hours & Location

Mon-Fri | 7:00am–4:00pm
Sat | 8:00am–4:00pm
Sun | 8:00am–2:00pm

? 301 Mercer St, Dripping Springs, TX 78620

? Family Business Beer Company

Family Business beer co

Brewery and taproom is close to Hamilton Pool, so it’s the perfect spot to hang out after a swimming in the watering hole all day! It’s a kid-friendly brewery with their own little play area. They also have live music and special events, so check their social media to stay in the know!

Hours & Location

Mon-Wed | Closed
Thurs – Fri | 3PM – 9PM
Sat – Sn | 12PM – 9PM

? 19510 Hamilton Pool Rd, Dripping Springs, TX, 78620

Dripping Springs Distilling — ? Dripping Springs Distilling

Dripping Springs Distilling

If you’re looking for a casual and relaxing day out in the Hill Country, then you might want to make your way to Dripping Springs Distilling. Enjoy some refreshing cocktails or some flights to taste a little bit of everything. The food is also delicious! Grab some Biscuits & Gravy for brunch or Pulled Pork Sliders for lunch. Interested in exploring the grounds and learning about the spirits made in-house? Book a tour and get some tastes of the vodka, gin, bourbon, and spirit blends.

Btw, if you’re really into spirits? Make sure to peep our guide: 13 Distilleries in Austin & Surrounding Areas: Visit Today!

Hours & Location

Mon-Wed | Closed
Thurs-Sat | 11:30am–7:00pm
Sun | 10:30am–5:30pm

? 5330 Bell Springs Rd, Dripping Springs, TX 78620

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Treaty Oak

Treaty Oak has it all – gorgeous views on a 28 acre ranch, onsite amazing BBQ at Alice’s Restaurant, and delicious bourbon. They create their bourbon with scientific genius with some creative tinkering as a self-taught distillery. Check their schedule for live music and events or book a tour and tasting! https://www.treatyoakdistilling.com/book-a-tour

Btw, if you’re really into spirits? Make sure to peep our guide: 13 Distilleries in Austin & Surrounding Areas: Visit Today!

Hours & Location

SUN | 11AM – 7PM

MON – TUES | 12PM – 6PM

WED-THURS | 12PM – 8PM

FRI – SAT | 12 PM – 9PM

? 16604 Fitzhugh Rd, Dripping Springs, TX 78620

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Sidecar Tasting Room

Sidecar Tasting Room has a unique atmosphere in the heart of the historic district in Downtown Dripping Springs. When you walk into the bar, it’s like you stepped back in time. We love it! It’s a great spot for wine, wine cocktails, and beer.

Hours & Location

SUN – THURS | 2PM – 9PM

FRI – SAT | 2PM – 10PM

? 501 Old Fitzhugh Rd, Dripping Springs, TX 78620

Activities to Enjoy:

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Hamilton Pool Preserve

Taking a dip at the Hamilton Pool Preserve is just one of the fun things to do in Dripping Springs. Not only can you splish-splash in the water on a hot Texas day but you can also hike and explore the grounds. We’d suggest getting your steps in first and then taking a dive to refresh yourself. Make sure you check the website for swimming updates and we’d suggest making your reservation ahead of time!

In case you’re looking for Swimming Holes that are a little closer to home, check out our Guide to Swimming Holes in Austin. But please, apply that sunblock!

Hours & Location

Morning Reservation Period
9:00 am – 12:30 pm

Afternoon Reservation Period
2:00 pm – 5:30 pm

? 24300 Hamilton Road Dripping Springs, TX 78620

Dreamland

Dreamland

In need of some family-friendly things to do in Dripping Springs? Then visiting Dreamland is a must! From pickleball to a refreshing splash pad for kids to enjoy, there are soooo many activities to be had. The 86 acres are dedicated to fun and it’s home to some awesome mini-golf challenges! Feeling thirsty and hungry? Grab yourself some Mexican Birria Tacos and don’t forget that iced cold beer! Check out the menu here!

Hours & Location

DAILY | 7 AM- 9 PM

? 2770 US-290, Dripping Springs, TX 78620

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Milton Reimers Ranch Park

This ranch has 2,000+ acres of hiking trails! Bring your pup and venture out to Reimers Ranch where they can play fetch in the Pedernales River. It’s also well-known in the central Texas rock climbing community as a world-class rock climbing destination. Don’t forget to bring some water on your next hike!

Hours & Location

DAILY | 7 AM – Twilight

? 23610 Hamilton Road Dripping Springs, TX 78620

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Texas Hill Country Olive Co.

Cooks and foodies will love the Texas Hill Ciuntry Olive Oil Co. You can book a tour to explore the orchards and learn about the process, or dine in the bistro! They have olive oil flights where you can have a little taste of the variety of olive oils. Book a tour for your visit here.

Hours & Location

Bistro hours -DAILY 10 AM – 3:30 PM

Gift shop – DAILY 10 AM – 5PM

? 2530 W. Fitzhugh Rd., Dripping Springs, TX 78620

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Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center

Westcase Outdoor Discovery Center is a stunning nature preserve in Dripping Springs. Explore the stunning grotto, caves and canyon with the Guided Canyon Tour. Another popular tour is “The Uplands” tour where you can play out your “Little House on the Prairie.” There’s a cabin on the prairie dating back to the 1900s!

Book your reservations before you go. (They book quickly so try to book them in advance!)

Hours & Location

WED – THURS | 9AM – 5PM

FRI – SUN | 9 AM – 4PM

MON – TUES | Closed

? Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center, 24814 Hamilton Pool Rd, Round Mountain, TX 78663

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