Fredericksburg’s place as one of the country’s top cool small towns is due in large part to its abundance of unique places to stay, its authentic culinary scene and its award-winning shopping options.

Located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, Fredericksburg provides a small-town feel in which to unwind and relax, while still offering plenty of things to see and do.

With nearly 1,500 vacation rental options as well as a great selection of hotels and RV parks, the Fredericksburg area has a bevy of options to call home when on vacation. Whether it is a downtown loft or a countryside cabin, the town’s places to stay come in all sizes, styles and price ranges.

Fredericksburg’s authentic German food highlights its culinary scene, but there are also lots of great spots serving up the Texas Hill Country region’s own cuisine, which brings together local ingredients and award-winning Texas wine. The town also features Tex-Mex, BBQ or brewery options.

And don’t forget about Texas Wine Country as part of your culinary adventure. The area’s more than 50 wineries and tasting rooms offer up award-winning Lone Star State varietals as well as wines from around the world. Book a tour and leave the driving and planning to someone else – one of Fredericksburg’s more than 20 wine tour options will provide a full day of fun.

Routinely ranked as one of the top small towns for shopping, Fredericksburg’s more than 150 unique shops and boutiques feature everything from clothing to home décor to specialty foods to handmade jewelry and antiques, plus there are lots of locally made products that can only be found in Fredericksburg.

There are a number of perks when visiting town Sunday through Thursday, so if your vacation time allows it – plan a midweek adventure to Fredericksburg.

With so many cool things to explore in Fredericksburg, get inspired and start planning your next getaway here.