River Road Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Melanie Rogers
Photo by Melanie Rogers

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

Warm-water pools, bubbling springs and crystal-clear streams – ready-made for 'tubing' – make this a popular spot for all sorts of aquatic antics.

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

San Antonio: Discovery Tour at Natural Bridge Caverns

San Antonio: Discovery Tour at Natural Bridge Caverns

NZ$60
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Antonio: Discovery Tour at Natural Bridge Caverns
30 Minutes Virtual Reality San Antonio Texas

30 Minutes Virtual Reality San Antonio Texas

NZ$75
per adult
30 Minutes Virtual Reality San Antonio Texas
Alamo City Murder Mystery Dinner Show The Whole Enchilada Ticket

Alamo City Murder Mystery Dinner Show The Whole Enchilada Ticket

NZ$150
per adult
Alamo City Murder Mystery Dinner Show The Whole Enchilada Ticket
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Our pick of the best River Road Hotel Deals

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 NZ$780 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
NZ$780
27 Aug - 28 Aug
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! (1,011 reviews)
"Love coming here. Facilities are clean, the service is great and"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa
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 NZ$104 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
NZ$104
21 Aug - 22 Aug
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. ...
5.4/10 (1,327 reviews)
"Property near all amenities bed is very comfortable thank you 😊"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Antonio I-35 N at Toepperwein
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 NZ$172 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$172
18 Aug - 19 Aug
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! (2,150 reviews)
"Bed is comfy, water pressure sucks, and they still don’t have enough seating for breakfast. A whole bar area that doesn’t get used and lots of seating area but limited breakfast tables. Sometimes ur left standing because it’s so packed. Hotel is nice and clean, pool was so refreshing!! We come every ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
The Resort at Schlitterbahn

The Resort at Schlitterbahn

3.5 out of 5
305 West Austin St., New Braunfels, TX
The price is NZ$180 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$180
19 Aug - 20 Aug
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Great trip"

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

The Resort at Schlitterbahn
Holiday Inn Club Vacations Hill Country Resort Canyon LK by IHG

Holiday Inn Club Vacations Hill Country Resort Canyon LK by IHG

3 out of 5
17545 FM 306, Canyon Lake, TX
The price is NZ$208 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$208
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Canyon Lake. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools, and 3 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (567 reviews)
"Love the whole resort"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Holiday Inn Club Vacations Hill Country Resort Canyon LK by IHG
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

3 out of 5
1619 N I 35, San Marcos, TX
The price is NZ$128 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$128
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in San Marcos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6.4/10 (1,003 reviews)
"The stay was excellent. The room and bathroom were very clean upon arrival and had been cleaned on the day after. The bed and pillows were just fine. I brought my own stacks and the frige worked well."

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
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Other neighbourhoods around River Road

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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
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
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
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Downtown

While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Texas Tubes and Comal River.

Downtown
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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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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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