The Stars and Stripes Drive-In has been such a favorite date spot for Sarah and Hunter! If guests are looking for an evening where they can sit and relax while watching newly released movies, this is a winner for sure. The drive-in has three separate screens that all show different movies. When someone buys a ticket, it is for two showings on one screen. What a deal! There is also a concession stand and a play gym area on the property.
"The Schlitterbahn Waterpark in New Braunfels is truly known as one of the best water parks in Texas. With 51 rivers, rides, slides, and chutes - families or couples are able to float the day together. Tickets are listed $39.99 for daily passes. Military and group discounts are offered."
Guests that are in the Gruene area have to check out this classic restaurant! "This multi-level restaurant features outdoor and indoor dining with views of the Guadalupe River, intimate dining rooms with native stone fireplaces, and indoor bar with wood burning stove, a relaxing beer garden and a merchandise store located in the bottom of the old water tower. " Although they do not take reservations, the Gristmill is known to sit guests fairly quick and if a wait is needed, a bar and live music is provided in the front,
"Gruene Hall was built in 1878, making it Texas’ oldest continually operating and most famous dance hall! This 6,000 square foot dance hall with a high pitched tin roof still has the original layout with side flaps for open air dancing, a bar in the front, a small lighted stage in the back and a huge outdoor garden. Artists play in the dance hall daily. " Although it is not posted yet, guests are recommended to checking Gruene Hall's website to see who will be playing on the week of the wedding!
"Come on down (way down) at the largest underground attraction in Texas! Daily guided tours allow guests to explore large underground chambers and see huge formations. The largest room is bigger than a football field. Above ground, discover rocks, minerals, and rough-cut gems at the Natural Bridge Mining Company Sluice. The Twisted Trails Zip Rails and Ropes Course is a 60 ft. aerial adventure course with 50 obstacles and multiple zip rails to ride."
Check out where the couple had their first date! "This 30-minute tour of Spring Lake allows you to see the very bottom of the lake through a glass panel on the boat. You’ll see lots of flora and fauna, as well as the springs that give the lake its name. Your guides are full of facts and trivia about the history of the area and many creatures that call Spring Lake and the San Marcos River home. A hidden gem at The Meadows Center is the Wetlands Boardwalk, where you can walk a self-guided trail over the water to see more of the local flora and fauna in their natural habitat." Open from Monday to Sunday 9:30AM-5PM with ticket cost of $9.75.
"The San Marcos Outlet Malls are two distinct outlet malls, the Premium Outlets and the Tanger Factory Outlet Center. Each is located off Interstate Highway 35 in San Marcos, Texas. The outlet mall first opened in 1977. Combined, the two adjacent malls have more than 240 stores." Happy shopping!
"View and feed more than 700 animals representing over 45 species from all over the world in the comfort of your own car. Since 1984, 450 acres of rolling hills, creek beds, and magnificent oak trees that make up the safari drive-thru in the scenic Texas Hill Country has been open to the public. Additionally, the Walk-A-Bout area features several bird and primate species, a family of giraffes, the Safari Camp Grill, and the Safari Trading Post gift shop." Admission is $28.99 for adults and $19.99 for children. The park is open from 9AM-5PM daily.