Posted in Austin
April 07, 2019
The Cowboy Capital Of The World Is Near Austin And It’s A Thrilling Weekend Adventure
Austinites adore their Texan heritage, but this fair city doesn’t always feel like the wild west. If you’re yearning to kick up your heels and spend time on the range, head out to Bandera, Texas. This gorgeous place sits just outside of San Antonio, and it’s loaded with history. Explore the ranches, learn about its frontier days, and maybe even purchase a pair of boots. The cowboy capital of the world is near Austin, and it’s a thrilling weekend adventure.
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You'll find this amazing place at 833 Dixie Dude Ranch Road.


The Bandera General Store is located at 306 Main Street. They're open from 10 am to 5 pm on Sunday - Thursday and 10 am to 6 pm on Fridays and Saturdays.


The Frontier Times Museum is located at 510 13th St. They're open from 10 am to 4:30 pm every Monday - Saturday.



Bandera, Texas is only a two hour drive away from Austin. For detailed directions, check out this map.
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