Downtown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Downtown
Downtown
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Popular places to visit

Gruene Hall

Gruene Hall

Find out about the history of New Braunfels when you spend time at Gruene Hall. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.

Gruene Hall
Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark

Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark

Although it is home to one of the longest water rides in the world and attracts visitors from all over the world, this amusement park in Texas maintains its homey family-owned spirit.

Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark
Schlitterbahn Waterpark showing a bridge, a water park and signage

Comal River

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Comal River during your travels in New Braunfels.

Comal River
Landa Park featuring railway items, autumn leaves and a garden

Landa Park

Spend the day at this beautiful park just outside the city, which offers a multitude of water-based activities to keep you occupied.

Landa Park
Schlitterbahn Waterpark showing a bridge, a water park and signage

Prince Solms Park

After visiting Prince Solms Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Braunfels. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.

Prince Solms Park
Lake Dunlap

Lake Dunlap

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Dunlap during your travels in New Braunfels.

Lake Dunlap

Activities

Alamo City Murder Mystery Dinner Show The Whole Enchilada Ticket

Alamo City Murder Mystery Dinner Show The Whole Enchilada Ticket

AU$136
per adult
Alamo City Murder Mystery Dinner Show The Whole Enchilada Ticket
30 Minutes Virtual Reality San Antonio Texas

30 Minutes Virtual Reality San Antonio Texas

AU$68
per adult
30 Minutes Virtual Reality San Antonio Texas
Private Axe Throwing Experience in San Antonio TX

Private Axe Throwing Experience in San Antonio TX

AU$41
per adult
Private Axe Throwing Experience in San Antonio TX
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Our pick of the best Downtown Hotel Deals

Hot Spot on Comal River. Best Location in Town.

Hot Spot on Comal River. Best Location in Town.

New Braunfels
Stay at this vacation home in New Braunfels. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Comal River and Schlitterbahn New Braunfels ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (88 reviews)
"This is a good choice for travelers on a budget. The owner is very helpful, and access insructions were easy to follow. The property has covered parking and an elevator. For travelers interested in tubing, the location is ideal."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

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Hot Spot on Comal River. Best Location in Town.
JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa

JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
23808 Resort Pkwy, San Antonio, TX
The price is AU$781 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$781
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy 4 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Beautiful property. Gorgeous rooms. Incredible pools and things to do. Great restaurants."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall

3 out of 5
111 Centerpoint Ct, San Marcos, TX
The price is AU$148 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$148
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Marcos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,212 reviews)
Road Trip
"Easy and Quick check in. Staff friendly and very helpful with information and directions to area shopping and dinning. The room was clean and very comfortable. I would stay here again..."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Antonio I-35 N at Toepperwein

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Antonio I-35 N at Toepperwein

3 out of 5
12822 I-35 North, Live Oak, San Antonio, TX
The price is AU$93 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$93
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
5.6/10 (1,373 reviews)
"always might go to spot for San Antonio. Just wish the breakfast was a lot better."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Antonio I-35 N at Toepperwein
The Resort at Schlitterbahn

The Resort at Schlitterbahn

3.5 out of 5
305 West Austin St., New Braunfels, TX
The price is AU$127 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$127
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in New Braunfels. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
"The Resort at Schlitterbahn has a 1970’s motel vibe, but the rooms were spacious and clean. We were very happy with the size of the room and the staff was friendly."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

The Resort at Schlitterbahn
Motel 6 San Marcos, TX

Motel 6 San Marcos, TX

2 out of 5
1321 North I-35, San Marcos, TX
The price is AU$88 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$88
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in San Marcos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
6/10 (1,024 reviews)
"The staff was great. Our biggest complaint was there was not a refrigerator, but we knew that going in. The odd thing was there was not hairdryer! The bed was comfortable, the air conditioner was amazing, the pool and area was clean."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Motel 6 San Marcos, TX
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown

Schlitterbahn Waterpark showing a bridge, a water park and signage

Eastside

If you're spending some time in Eastside, Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark and Comal River are top sights worth seeing.

Eastside
Landa Park which includes a garden, landscape views and a lake or waterhole

Landa Park Highlands

While visiting Landa Park Highlands, you might make a stop by sights like Comal River and Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark.

Landa Park Highlands
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Clear Springs

While visiting Clear Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Dunlap and Guadalupe River.

Clear Springs
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Gruene

River views, gardens and shopping are some highlights of Gruene. Make a stop by Gruene Hall or Guadalupe River while you're exploring.

Gruene
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Lake Dunlap

If you're spending some time in Lake Dunlap, Lake Dunlap and Guadalupe River are top sights worth seeing.

Lake Dunlap
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River Road

If you're spending some time in River Road, Guadalupe River is a top sight worth visiting.

River Road

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