OKC, Head South for Something Sweet

Oklahoma City, trade the Thunder for something quieter — handcrafted chocolate, Texas wines, and Hill Country charm are 6 hours straight down I-35.

Oklahoma City to Fredericksburg: 6 Hours Down I-35

The drive from Oklahoma City to Hill Country Chocolate is as straightforward as it gets — I-35 South nearly the whole way. You'll cross the Red River into Texas, cruise through the DFW area, and watch the terrain transform from flat prairie to rolling limestone hills as you approach the Hill Country.
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Quick Facts

Distance

~400 miles

Drive Time

Approximately 6 hours

Best Route

I-35 South through Dallas and Waco, then US-290 West into Fredericksburg

Our Address

144 Industrial Loop, Fredericksburg, TX 78624

Pro Tip

Stop in Waco for lunch at the halfway point — it breaks the drive perfectly. Or take US-281 South from Lampasas for the scenic route into the Hill Country.

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A Craft Experience OKC Will Appreciate

Oklahoma City has had a food and craft renaissance — Automobile Alley, the Paseo, the Boathouse District. You understand what happens when people care about what they make. At Hill Country Chocolate, that same energy goes into every piece of handcrafted chocolate.

Wine & Chocolate Tasting

Our signature 90-minute guided tasting pairs handcrafted chocolates with wines from the Texas Hill Country — the second-largest wine region in the country. Groups are capped at 10 guests for a personal, unhurried experience.
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What You'll Experience:

Guided pairings of artisan chocolate and local Texas wines

A behind-the-scenes view of our working chocolate production floor

Tasting notes, origin stories, and a few creations you won't find on the shelf

A Hill Country pace that feels like the best kind of time-out

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Build a Texas Hill Country Weekend from OKC

Oklahoma City visitors typically make this a long weekend, and the Hill Country delivers. The drive is easy, the destination is charming, and the return trip is always too soon.

Suggested Itinerary — 2-Day Trip from Oklahoma City

Day 1: South to the Hills

Leave OKC in the morning

Cross the Red River into Texas

Lunch stop in Waco or the DFW area

Arrive in Fredericksburg by mid-to-late afternoon

Explore Main Street and settle in for dinner

Day 2: Chocolate, Wine, and Hill Country

Morning: Wine & Chocolate Tasting at Hill Country Chocolate

Midday: Visit 2-3 wineries on the US-290 Wine Road

Afternoon: Hike Enchanted Rock or stock up on chocolate

Head north — you'll be home by late evening (or split the drive with an overnight)

Where to Stay

Fredericksburg has 400+ guest houses, B&Bs, and vacation rentals. The Sunday Houses (historic German-style cottages) are a uniquely Fredericksburg experience. Book early for spring weekends.

Fly-In Option

Fly into Austin (AUS) or San Antonio (SAT), rent a car, and you're in Fredericksburg in 90 minutes. Both airports have direct flights from OKC.

OKC, Stock Up Before Heading North

After your tasting, you'll want to bring back enough for the whole office. These are the favorites:

Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramels

Rich, balanced, and gone before you cross the Red River

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Pecan Clusters

Texas pecans meet handcrafted chocolate (Oklahoma pecans approve)

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Three-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cups

Simple, perfect, dangerously good

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Gourmet Drinking Chocolate

For those Oklahoma winter mornings when hot cocoa needs an upgrade

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Your Questions About Visiting from Oklahoma City

Is it worth a 6-hour drive?

If you love craft food, wine, and a charming small town — absolutely. Many OKC visitors make it a long weekend and explore the entire Hill Country wine region while they're at it.

Do I need a reservation for the tasting?

Yes — tastings are limited to 10 guests. Reserve at least a week ahead, especially during spring and holiday weekends.

Can I fly instead of drive?

Yes. Austin (AUS) and San Antonio (SAT) are both about 90 minutes from Fredericksburg. Both have direct flights from Will Rogers World Airport.

What else is there to do in Fredericksburg?

Over 50 wineries, Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, Main Street shopping and dining, the National Museum of the Pacific War, and 400+ guesthouses. Plan at least two full days.

Best time of year for this trip?

Spring (wildflower season) is the Hill Country at its best. Fall has perfect weather. Winter is mild here — much warmer than OKC. Summer is hot but everything is air-conditioned.

OKC, Your Hill Country Escape Is 
Just Down I-35

90 minutes of wine, chocolate, and craft — just 6 hours from Oklahoma City. Small groups. Handcrafted everything. Book now and head south for something sweet.

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