What you'll do:

Enjoy award-winning Texas wine and meet kangaroos on a working ranch in Fredericksburg’s own Texas Outback.

This unique Hill Country experience takes place at Grapetown Vineyard & Farm, where guests can enjoy a wine tasting in the tasting room and then meet the ranch’s kangaroos during a guided farm experience. As you arrive, keep your eyes open for exotic and farm animals across the property, including zebras, camels, alpacas, bison, longhorns, goats, donkeys, ponies, and more.

This is a relaxed, memorable experience for wine lovers, animal lovers, families, couples, and groups looking for something different in Fredericksburg.

Highlights include:

• Wine tasting at Grapetown Vineyard for guests 21+

• Meet the kangaroos at Grapetown Vineyard & Farm

• See exotic and farm animals throughout the ranch

• Great for couples, families, friend groups, birthdays, and weekend getaways

• Located in Fredericksburg, Texas

• Approximately 30-minute interaction plus time in the tasting room

What to expect:

1. Arrive early at Grapetown Vineyard & Farm.

2. Check in for your scheduled tour time.

3. Enjoy the ranch setting and watch for exotic animals as you enter the property.

4. Visit the Grapetown Vineyard tasting room.

5. Meet the kangaroos during the guided experience.

6. Enjoy a fun, photo-worthy Hill Country outing unlike a typical wine tasting.

Why we love it for your party:

• This experience brings together two things people love about Fredericksburg: great wine and unforgettable Hill Country charm. Instead of a standard tasting room stop, guests get the added fun of visiting a working ranch and meeting kangaroos up close.

  It is playful, memorable, and easy to enjoy whether you are planning a couples outing, birthday, girls’ trip, family day, bachelor or bachelorette weekend, or just want a fun stop during your Fredericksburg visit.

  Why it works for groups:

  • Combines wine tasting with a kangaroo encounter

  • Fun and relaxed ranch atmosphere

  • Unique alternative to a standard winery visit

  • Great for photos and social sharing

  • Works for both adults and families

  • Easy to pair with other Fredericksburg activities

  • Higher-level tickets include 4 wine tastings for guests over 21

  Perfect for:

  1. Wine lovers who want something different.

  2. Animal lovers visiting Fredericksburg.

  3. Groups looking for a memorable daytime activity.

  4. Families, couples, and friends wanting a fun ranch experience.

  5. Birthday trips, weekend getaways, and Hill Country adventures.

About this experience partner:

Grapetown Vineyard & Farm is a working ranch and vineyard located in Fredericksburg, Texas. Known for its Texas Hill Country setting, award-winning wines, exotic animals, and unique guest experiences, Grapetown offers visitors a chance to enjoy wine country with a ranch-style twist.

The property is home to a wide variety of animals, including kangaroos, zebras, camels, alpacas, bison, longhorns, goats, donkeys, and ponies. Guests can enjoy the tasting room, ranch atmosphere, on-site food options, and unforgettable animal experiences all in one destination.

Why guests love Grapetown:

• Working vineyard and ranch in Fredericksburg

• Award-winning Texas wines

• Home to kangaroos and many other animals

• Unique Texas Outback setting

• Great for groups, families, and special occasions

• On-site food and lodging options may be available

• Part of the broader Grapetown Vineyard and Bankersmith Texas experience

About the setting:

1. Located at Grapetown Vineyard & Farm.

2. Surrounded by ranch land and Hill Country scenery.

3. Offers wine, food, animals, and special events.

4. Designed for memorable group-friendly experiences.

Additional information:

• Please arrive early for your tour. Tours begin on time, and late arrivals may miss the experience because the group cannot be held back. This is a working farm and ranch, so guests should dress appropriately for outdoor conditions, gravel, grass, and changing weather.

  Higher-level tickets include a wine tasting with 4 tastings for guests who are 21 or older. Newborns being carried are free, but children who are walking or in strollers must have a ticket. Adults must sign farm liability waivers for themselves and any accompanied children.

  Important details:

  • Location: Grapetown Vineyard, 8142 Old San Antonio Road, Fredericksburg, Texas

  • Tour time: Saturday at 5:00 PM for this specific experience

  • Interaction length: approximately 30 minutes, plus wine tasting time

  • Wine tasting included with higher-level tickets for guests 21+

  • No pets allowed

  • No refunds for any reason

  • Missed tours may receive passes for a future tour instead of a refund

  • Tours take place in most weather conditions

  • Much of the ranch is outdoors on gravel or grass

  • Some areas may not be wheelchair accessible

  • Groups of 10 or more should email info@blackstonetexas.com in advance

  • Tour availability is not guaranteed without scheduling ahead of time

  What to bring or wear:

  1. Arrive early.

  2. Wear closed-toe shoes.

  3. Avoid flip-flops or sandals.

  4. Dress for a working ranch.

  5. Bring an umbrella for sun or a raincoat if rain is expected.

  6. Let your guide know at the start if you have a time limit.