Did you know there is a place known as the Official West Pole of the World? I bet this may surprise you, and this is a subtle demonstration of how little is known about Bee Cave, Texas. The town is tucked in the rusty hill country with fabulous fun opportunities that will appeal to all kinds of travelers. With the presence of the beautiful outdoors, vibrant entertainment scenes, incredible cultures, unique culinary diversity, and interesting shopping experiences, a trip to Bee Cave will never be a boring one. It also features hotels and Airbnb vacation rentals that offer great amenities. To have the best experiences, read on for our list of things to do in Bee Cave, Texas.
1. Relax in the beauty of City of Bee Cave Central Park
The City of Bee Cave Central Park is a beautiful park suitable for all your morning and evening walks and runs or family days out. The park has two well-maintained playgrounds, clearly marked walking paths, clean washrooms, and a lot of grassy areas ideal for playful kids. Picnic tables and chairs are also present to give you the comfort and convenience you desire every time you want to relax and soak in the beauty of the park.
City of Bee Cave Central Park
Address: 13742 Bee Cave Pkwy, Bee Cave, TX 78738, United States
Website: City of Bee Cave Central Park
Opening hours: 8am - 8pm (daily)
Price: Free
2. Admire and appreciate art at Bee Cave Sculpture Park
Bee Cave Sculpture Park is in a 7-acre (3 ha) natural setting with displays of both rotating and permanent sculptures. The lovely garden is full of cute little sculptures of a variety of items, ranging from animals to butterflies and even nature. In addition to admiring and appreciating the beautiful works done on the sculptures, the park is also ideal for relaxation, given that it is well-maintained, and has amenities such as park benches, chairs, tables, picnic tables, and Adirondack chairs for kids. The serenity of the park is further enhanced by the beautiful views of the surrounding and the clean pond.
Bee Cave Sculpture Park
Address: 13333 TX-71, Bee Cave, TX 78738, United States
Website: Bee Cave Sculpture Park
Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)
Price: Free
3. Do some reading at Bee Cave Public Library
Bee Cave Public Library is a great choice if you are looking for a place to do some reading. You can go and enjoy your current read or find materials of interest to you in the library and read. And just like with most people, you can simply walk into the library to sample some of the treasures it has in the form of books. With magazines, newspapers, audiobooks, DVDs, and read-along kits in the library, if you are an avid reader, then you will find lots of attractions inside the library.
Bee Cave Public Library
Address: 4000 Galleria Pkwy, Bee Cave, TX 78738, United States
Website: Bee Cave Public Library
Opening hours: Tue - Thu: 10am - 7pm; Fri - Sat: 10am - 5pm (closed on Sun & Mon)
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4. Watch a live musical performance at The Backyard
Bee Cave boasts vibrant entertainment scenes, and one of the best places to get a good experience of it is in The Backyard. The Backyard is an iconic and scenic amphitheater - often the venue for live performances of country, jazz, classical, and rock concerts among other events. Visiting this venue will guarantee you a great evening of complete indulgence in electrifying performances by both local and guest artists. Check the online schedule so that you know what shows are lined up before you buy the tickets.
The Backyard
Address: 13801 Bee Cave Pkwy, Bee Cave, TX 78738, United States
Website: The Backyard
5. Go on a shopping spree at Hill Country Galleria
Hill Country Galleria is a modern shopping complex in Bee Cave. Just like with most modern shopping malls, it houses a variety of retailers, including national and international brands. Whether you are interested in fashion, homeware, jewelry, furniture, children’s toys, or electronics, you will find a decent number of outlets dealing with genuine and high-quality brands. The galleria also houses a variety of restaurants from the leading national and international food chains where you can take a break during your shopping and indulge in some sumptuous delicacies.
Hill Country Galleria
Address: 12700 Hill Country Blvd, Bee Cave, TX 78738, United States
Website: Hill Country Galleria
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 10am - 9pm; Sun: 12pm - 6pm
6. Savor a piece of Italy at Mandola’s Italian
Mandola’s is an informal, family-owned established that deals in a variety of Italian foods. It is a retail market, a bakery, as well as an eatery with various Italian delights, ranging from raw ingredients to complete meals. As such, you are free to come and enjoy the ready-made Italian delicacies, or you can buy whatever ingredients you need for an Italian dinner back at home. Their bakery section has a variety of Italian pastries, including popular types of Italian pizzas. Visiting here will give you a chance to enjoy a piece of Italy, though you are thousands of miles away from the nearest Italian border.
Mandola’s Italian
Address: 12815 Shops Pkwy #400, Bee Cave, TX 78738, United States
Website: Mandola’s Italian
Opening hours: 11am - 9pm (daily)
7. Relish sumptuous handcrafted burgers at All Star Burgers
The burgers you find at All Star Burgers are made from fresh ingredients with no artificial growth hormones and in adherence to the highest American standards. All the ingredients for the burgers are sourced locally, and other than guaranteeing fresh burgers, this also ensures that they are healthy and will not harm you in any way. Plan a visit and relish favorite American burgers made with a twist.
All Star Burgers
Address: 12921 Hill Country Blvd #105, Bee Cave, TX 78738, United States
Website: All Star Burgers
Opening hours: 11am - 9pm (daily)
8. Buy unique jewelry at James Avery Artisan Jewelry
James Avery is a jewelry store with a variety of unique jewelry items ideal for different occasions. The store has a unique collection of jewelry designed to help you reflect on the things that mean the most in life. Their jewelry boasts timeless designs with universal appeals – whether you need a unique ring for a girlfriend or a charm bracelet for your mum, this is just the right place to get the best of such in Bee Cave. They have friendly and knowledgeable staff who will help you with your choices. Additionally, they offer complimentary cleaning and polishing, as well as engraving, to make the items appear more personal.
James Avery Artisan Jewelry
Address: 12801 Hill Country Blvd Ste C1-100, Bee Cave, TX 78738, United States
Website: James Avery Artisan Jewelry
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 10am - 9pm; Sun: 12pm - 6pm
9. Gulp down some beer at The Ginger Man
Editor’s note: establishment is permanently closed
If you are looking for a nice joint to enjoy a cold beer in Bee Cave, then The Ginger Man is one of the finest places you have at your disposal. The bar is relatively new but has grown in popularity owing to its new concepts when it comes to offering liquor and an expanded menu. The bar boasts of a comfortable interior featuring heavy cedar tables and plenty of seating room both on the inside and the outside patio. There is also unlimited free parking for guests in this bar.
The Ginger Man
Address: 12700 Hill Country Blvd, Bee Cave, TX 78738, United States
Website: The Ginger Man
Opening hours: Sun - Wed: 11:30am - 10pm; Thu - Sat: 11:30am - 12am
10. Buy fresh produce at Lone Star Farmers Market
To learn and understand the depth of agriculture and the diversity of their farm produce, a visit to Lone Star Farmers Market would be a very good idea. You will stroll past more than 40 booths overflowing with some of the best local produce and the finest locally inspired cuisines. While you sample the fruits and vegetables, be sure to visit the many food booths for a taste of the culinary diversity of the locals.
Lone Star Farmers Market
Address: 12700 Hill Country Blvd, Bee Cave, TX 78738, United States
Website: Lone Star Farmers Market
Opening hours: Sun: 10am - 2pm (closed from Mon - Sat)
11. Join a hands-on art lesson at Bee Cave Arts Foundation
Have you ever tried your hand at art? Who know–you might be the next Picasso and might not even know it! Visit Bee Cave Arts Foundation for some exciting art lessons. The foundation offers year-round classes for both kids and adults. However, note that it is not a center to help you discover whether or not you are talented artist, but a place where you and your little ones can get interesting insights about art through hands-on lessons.
Bee Cave Arts Foundation
Address: 12700 Hill Country Blvd Suite T125 Bee Cave, TX 78738
Website: Bee Cave Arts Foundation
12. Get pampered at Milk + Honey Spa
The essence of going for a vacation and taking trips to places like Bee Cave in Texas is to find time to relax. A trip to the spa will greatly help you towards achieving the relaxation you needed. At Milk + Honey Spa, you will be accorded all the beauty treatments and therapies you need to calm your mind, body, and soul. It is the right place to visit when you want the best massage, pedicure, waxing treatment, and any other luxurious service you may need to help you relax like a baby.
Milk + Honey Spa
Address: 12901 Hill Country Blvd D1-110, Bee Cave, TX 78738, United States
Website: Milk + Honey Spa
Opening hours: 8am - 9pm (daily)
13. Relish Mexican cuisine at Rosie’s Tamale House
Indulge in sumptuous Mexican cuisine served in generous portions and accompanied by quality and friendly service at Rosie’s Tamale House. Mexico and Texas are not much different since the two share a common border. This means that there is a lot of Mexican influence in the region, and if you are fond of Mexican delicacies, then you have to visit this restaurant. It is a family-run joint, with a retro and unfussy style that delights in serving classic Mexican dishes. With their extensive menu, your desire for nachos, chile relleno, sopapillas, or fajitas will effectively come to an end here at Rosie’s Tamale House.
Rosie’s Tamale House
Address: 13436 TX-71, Austin, TX 78738, United States
Website: Rosie’s Tamale House
Opening hours: Wed - Mon: 6am - 9pm; Tue: 4:30am - 9:30pm
14. Buy original art at Flip‘N Art
Flip’N Art is an artist-owned and operated gallery where you will find the most amazing pieces of art by local artists of Bee Cave and the wider Austin region. The gallery not only allows you to admire the art but also you are free to buy whatever piece you will have fallen in love with–most pieces are affordable. The gallery is intent on creating original pieces of art, helping them finally find happy homes, and letting others experience the beautiful impact being created by art all around us.
Flip‘N Art
Address: 12912 Hill Country Blvd F157, F160, Bee Cave, TX 78738, United States
Website: Flip‘N Art
Opening hours: Wed - Sat: 12pm - 7pm; Sun: 1pm - 6pm (closed on Mon & Tue)
15. Have a great dinner at Chisos Grill
Chisos Grill is another dining option worth checking for a great dining experience in Bee Cave. The grill is run by a wife-and-husband duo and they have incorporated Southwest styles in their menu to deliver mouthwatering seafood, pork, chicken, steaks, sandwiches and burgers, among other delicacies. The menu also has a wide range of gluten-free foods so that no one is left out due to dietary concerns. The ambiance is always warm, casual, and inviting. Whether it is a dinner for two, with friends and family, or you just want to gulp down a few beers during their Happy Hours, nothing but a pleasant dining experience awaits you here.
Chisos Grill
Address: 12700 Hill Country Blvd S - 100, Bee Cave, TX 78738, United States
Website: Chisos Grill
Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 11am - 9pm; Fri - Sat: 11am - 10pm
Enjoy the beauty, culture, and foods of the South
The City of Bee Cave is always ready to welcome any traveler with open arms. Its many attractions and experiences are supposed to be enjoyed and appreciated. Though the list of the best things to do in Bee Cave, Texas, given above doesn’t capture everything, it is a true representation of what to expect and a good base to start your exploration of the city.