Free Museums in New Braunfels

"If you are travelling with children who sulk at every place you visit in the city then, you can cheer them up at this educational yet fun museum called the DoSeum. Here, you and your children can meet a friendly robot named Baxter, run down the musical staircase, boat on the children’s river, watch an interactive puppet parade and solve math challenges at the spy academy. This is a state-of-the-art museum which will help your child realize that learning can be fun and you can get a break from all the whining."

"The DoSeum is San Antonio’s Museum for Kids, and this is a great place to bring your children when you are visiting the city. Kids can look forward to a day of educational fun and excitement where activities are designed to help them to be more creative. There are many interactive displays here that children will be delighted to get involved with as well as exciting features such as a musical staircase, a kids’ river, a treehouse, and even Baxter the interactive robot."

"The DoSeum is an interactive museum for kids where they can do things, overcome challenges and enjoy learning experiences. It feels a bit like an attraction park for small children, where they can play with the interactive art. The museum has no age requirements, but many attractions do seem to be targeted at kids around the ages of 0 to 12 years old."

"The Briscoe Western Art Museum is a collections-based institution building upon art and artifacts that tell the vast and multifaceted story of the American West. Located on San Antonio's famed riverwalk, the institution is housed in San Antonio's first Public Library and newly constructed pavilion. The Briscoe Campus consists of the historic Museum building, the Jack Guenther Pavilion and the adjacent McNutt Courtyard and Sculpture Garden."

"The free New Braunfels Railroad Museum is a perfect pit stop for families, couples, and groups looking for a taste of local history and a short break from the water. After a lunchtime pesto grilled chicken sandwich at Huisache Grill and a wild ale at New Braunfels Brewing Company, take a short stroll to the New Braunfels Railroad Museum. Observe their intricate model train set, board the retired 0-6-0T Porter locomotive, and learn about the history of these busy Union Pacific railroad tracks, which still see over 30 trains roll through per day."

"The New Braunfels Railroad Museum is a delightful location that is perfect for locomotive aficionados. If you’re looking for places to go that’ll give you insight into Texas’ railroad history, then well, you’re in the right place!. It is made up of a former depot building that has been restored."

"WHETHER OR NOT YOU ARE A TRAIN BUFF YOU AND YOUR FAMILY WILL LOVE THE RAILROAD MUSEUM. MY GRANDKIDS LOVED IT (AGES 2-GIRL AND 6 BOY). ALL KINDS OF MODEL TRAINS AND YOU CAN TOUR AN ENGINE, DINING CA..."

"Celebrating all things bizarre and unusual, Ripley's Believe It or Not!. is the strangest place in San Antonio. Visitors can browse through 18 themed galleries with over 500 exhibits in this "Odditorium" and learn about the fascinating life of Mr. Ripley himself; from semi-pro baseball player and cartoonist to collector and curator of the world-famous museums."

"Kids and adults alike will get a kick out of all the strange and unbelievable things at Ripley’s Believe It or Not!. , the strangest place in San Antonio. Visitors can browse through 18 themed galleries with over 500 exhibits in this “Odditorium” dedicated to examining the bizarre and unusual phenomenon."

"Ripley’s displays a variety of oddities from the world’s tallest man to other strange things. You and your family can walk through 18 themed galleries with over 500 exhibits, examining bizarre and unusual phenomena. You’ll also learn about Mr. Ripley himself and his fascinating life."

"There are many historic places in San Antonio, one of them being the Spanish Governor’s Palace. It was built in the early 18th century and is the last standing remnants of the Presidio San Antonio de Béjar. This aristocratic Spanish Colonial in-town residence in Texas has perfectly furnished rooms and beautifully landscaped gardens."

"This is a historic building downtown built of adobe in the 18th century Spanish colonial style. I must admit I have never been inside, but I do like the look of the entry quite a bit!"

"The Museum of Texas Handmade Furniture is pretty much what it says on the tin, but also a little more. It is a fun way to learn about the history of New Braunfels and the rest of Texas and its German immigration, told through the “words” of furniture that the German settlers made. The building of the Museum of Texas Handmade Furniture was once the home of Nan and Bill Dillen, a pair of furniture collectors who managed to amass more than 70 unique pieces of genuine antique furniture of Biedermeier make."

"Located in a former 19th-century brewery, the San Antonio Museum of Art is home to exemplary collections of art from around the globe. Exhibit highlights include Egyptian, Greek, and Roman antiques, Latin American artwork, contemporary art, and Asian art. Visitors will especially love the gallery dedicated entirely to Texas art."

"After touring The Alamo, hop back on the bus and hop off at the next stop: The Pearl Brewery. Although it’s not actually the site of a brewery today, it is a culinary and cultural destination along the river and is the perfect spot to belly up to for lunch."

"Stop #3 – Pearl Brewery & Entertainment Complex Hop off at the very next stop: The Pearl Brewery, a culinary and cultural destination along the river, is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat."

"The newly revitalized Pearl Brewery, now known as The Pearl was originally established in the 1880s by the Pearl Brewing Company, a Texas…"

"The Philly cheese steak is a must if you’ve yet to visit this convenience store deli on the North Side but you can’t go wrong with any of the generously filled sandwiches served up by a staff that’s known as much for their friendly demeanor as their food. With a No. 21 ranking on Yelp’s 2020 list of the top 100 places to eat in the U.S., we have a feeling this won’t be a hidden gem much longer. 13210 Huebner Road, myginosdeli.com"

"The Best of the City winner is offering cheese burgers, roasted bell pepper bruschetta, Italian sandwiches and more for curbside pickup."

"New Braunfels Brewing Company is a small dog-friendly brewery with friendly staff and laid-back vibes located in Historic Downtown New Braunfels. Unlike most breweries, NBBC specializes in barrel-aged sour beers versus IPAs and pilsners. Not sure if sour beers are your thing?"

"Source: Screenshot from www.fosana.org/portfolio_page/emilie-and-albert-friedrich-wilderness-park. Friedrich Wilderness Park has 600 acres of untouched Hill Country terrain with 10 miles of it occupied by paved and unpaved hiking trails. The trails located inside the park are the Forest Range Trail, Juniper Barrens Trail, Water Trail, Main Loop Trail, Vista Loop Trail, Upland Range Trail, Fern Del Trail, Juniper Ridge Trail, Bosque Trail: Restoration Way, Mill Pass, and Encino Pass."

"Offering 10 miles of hiking trails, all with varying degrees of difficulty, Friedrich Wilderness Park is full of diverse habitats and sublime scenery, like deep, forested canyons, juniper and deciduous grasslands, creeks, and hillside vistas. Keep an eye out for the park’s endangered bird residents: the black-capped vireo and the golden-cheeked warbler. Continue to 9 of 10 below."

"There’s nothing like the satisfaction you feel after a tiring hike. At the Friedrich Wilderness Park, you’ll find over 10 miles of paved and unpaved paths snaking their way through 600 acres of land. The trails range in difficulty, and some segments are wheelchair accessible."

"Eisenhower Park is great if you’re looking for an afternoon hike but not necessarily wanting to spend your whole day in one area. With 5 miles worth of trails, this site is popular for hikers and runners alike. This is a place where lots of local fitness groups meet up for evening walks/runs, most are very welcoming to newcomers, so if you’re alone, feel free to ask if you can join in!"

"One of San Antonio’s most popular parks, Eisenhower Park offers a variety of hiking options. The Hillview Trail boasts incredible views—the vantage point is such an attraction that the city built a viewing tower. It’s a steep climb, so come prepared for a workout, and to enjoy the rugged, shady terrain and glimpses of cool wildlife along the way."