25 small towns within driving distance of San Antonio that are worth a weekend road trip
Certain times of year, wanderlust rises up and takes hold, but it's not always possible to plan a cross-country road trip.
If you're looking for a fun getaway without leaving the Lone Star State, these 25 charming small towns are a perfect way to scratch that travel itch. Some are close to home in the Hill Country, but more far-flung destinations also abound, assuming you don't mind a few hours behind the wheel.
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Canton
About a 5 hour drive northeast of San Antonio
This East Texas town is a major antiquing destination that's worth the drive from SA. Touted as the "World's Largest Flea Market," Canton's First Monday Trade Days bring shoppers far and wide seeking out vintage and secondhand finds, perfect for a weekend trip.
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Poteet
About a 45-minute drive south of San Antonio
Sometimes the best places to visit are only a hop, skip and a jump away. Located less than an hour's drive south of San Antonio, Poteet is one such destination each spring, as the town's famous Strawberry Festival celebrates the fruit crop it's best known for.
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Dublin
About a 3.5 hour drive north of San Antonio
The former home of the oldest Dr. Pepper bottling plant, Dublin prides itself in being the Irish capital of Texas. Other sodas are still bottled here today, and visitors can gush over Dublin's Victorian homes, explore the Dublin Bottling Works and check out the Ben Hogan Museum.
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Kerrville
About a 1 hour drive northwest of San Antonio
Enjoying the sights and getting a dose of small-town charm awaits you in Kerrville — dubbed the "Capital of the Hill Country." From the Kerrville-Schreiner Park, home to attractions like a butterfly garden and amphitheater, to the Museum of Western Art, not to mention countless wineries, you're sure to never run out of things to do in Kerrville. Fun Fact: you can also visit Texas' own version of Stonehenge in nearby Ingram.
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Blanco
About a 1 hour drive north of San Antonio
Blanco is known as the Lavender Capital of Texas, and if you visit during the blooming season from May through July, you'll know why. Home to the HIll Country Lavender Farm, the town even hosts an annual Lavender Festival each summer. In addition to being known for soothingly scented purple blooms, Blanco is home to other attractions including the Science Mill and Blanco State Park.
