What to do in Hays County, TX

Activities, attractions and tours

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Activities

Ride through the beautiful capital grounds.

Austin Icons Bicycle Tour

NZ$131
per adult
Austin Icons Bicycle Tour
Texas Hill Country Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar Tasting

Texas Hill Country Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar Tasting

NZ$44
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Texas Hill Country Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar Tasting
Cable Park All Day Pass

Cable Wakeboard Park All Day Pass in New Braunfels

NZ$157
per adult
Cable Wakeboard Park All Day Pass in New Braunfels
Smoked meats in the Salt Lick BBQ pit

From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle

NZ$131
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle
Dripping Springs: Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar Tasting

Dripping Springs: Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar Tasting

NZ$44
per adult
Dripping Springs: Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar Tasting
Austin: San Marco River BYOB Guided Tubing Expereince

Austin: Boozy tubing with a guide on the San Marcos River

NZ$121
per adult
Austin: Boozy tubing with a guide on the San Marcos River
Pistol Introduction

Pistol Introduction

NZ$138
per adult
Pistol Introduction
Zombie Apocalypse Survival Experience

Zombie Apocalypse Survival Experience

NZ$65
per adult
Zombie Apocalypse Survival Experience
Austin: Maverick Horsemanship Trail Ride

Austin: Maverick Horsemanship Trail Ride

NZ$315
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Austin: Maverick Horsemanship Trail Ride
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San Marcos Premium Outlets

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During your visit to San Marcos, you can enjoy retail therapy at San Marcos Premium Outlets. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.
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Day trip destinations from Hays County

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Austin

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Seguin

A rocky island with a clear pool of water reflecting the sky and surrounding trees.

Wimberley

A red brick building with a sign reading "ANTQUES" and another sign for "Cimarron Rose Antiques & Collectibles".

Buda

A coastal landscape with a large body of water, a marina, and surrounding hills.

Spicewood

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Canyon Lake

A clear turquoise river surrounded by lush green trees and rocks.

New Braunfels