Oklahoma, Meet Your New Favorite Road Trip

Tulsa, head south for something different — handcrafted chocolate, Texas wines, and Hill Country charm are 7.5 hours down I-35

Tulsa to Fredericksburg: 7.5 Hours Through the Heart of Two States

The drive from Tulsa to Hill Country Chocolate takes you straight south through Oklahoma and into Texas. You'll cross the Red River, pass through Dallas-Fort Worth, and watch the terrain shift from flat prairies to rolling limestone hills. It's a classic American road trip.
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Quick Facts

Distance

~500 miles

Drive Time

Approximately 7.5 hours

Best Route

US-83 North to I-37 North to I-10 West, then US-87 into Fredericksburg

Our Address

144 Industrial Loop, Fredericksburg, TX 78624

Pro Tip

Split the drive with an overnight in Waco or Austin. Or fly into Austin (AUS) or San Antonio (SAT) — both are about 90 minutes from Fredericksburg with rental cars available.

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A Tasting Experience Worth Crossing State Lines For

You've got the Gathering Place and the Philbrook. Tulsa knows how to appreciate beautiful things done well. Hill Country Chocolate is in that same spirit — a working factory where every piece is crafted from scratch and paired with local wines.

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 a world away from the everyday

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Build a Texas Hill Country Long Weekend from Tulsa

Tulsa visitors should make this a 3-day trip — the Hill Country rewards extra time, and you can break the drive with a stop in a Texas city along the way.

Suggested Itinerary — 3-Day Trip from Tulsa

Day 1: South Across the Red River

Leave Tulsa in the morning

Cross into Texas, lunch in the DFW area or Waco

Arrive in Fredericksburg by late afternoon (or overnight in Austin/Waco to split the drive)

Dinner on Main Street — German food, Texas BBQ, or craft beer

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 explore the shops on Main Street

Dinner: Farm-to-table Hill Country dining with sunset views

Day 3: Last Morning, Then North

Brunch in Fredericksburg

Stock up on chocolate for the drive home

Head north — or split the return drive with a stop in Dallas or Austin

Where to Stay

Fredericksburg has 400+ guest houses, B&Bs, and vacation rentals. The Sunday Houses (historic German-style cottages) are a charming change from anything you'll find in Oklahoma. 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. American, Southwest, and United all serve both airports from Tulsa.

Tulsa, Bring a Piece of Texas Hill Country Home

After your tasting, you'll want extras for everyone back home. These are the favorites:

Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramels

Rich, balanced, and the best souvenir from Texas

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Pecan
Clusters

Texas pecans meet handcrafted chocolate (Oklahoma knows pecans too)

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Caramel Popcorn

The road trip snack that won't survive the drive back to T-Town

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Gourmet Drinking Chocolate

For those Oklahoma winter mornings

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Your Questions About Visiting from Tulsa

Is it worth the 7.5-hour drive?

Absolutely — especially if you break it up. Many Tulsa visitors fly into Austin or San Antonio (90 min from Fredericksburg) to save time. But the drive through Texas is its own adventure.

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. Fly in, rent a car, and skip the full drive.

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. Most visitors wish they'd planned more days.

Best time of year for this trip?

Spring (March-May) is wildflower season and the Hill Country is at its most beautiful. Fall has perfect weather. Winter is mild and quiet. Summer is hot but the tasting room and wineries are cool inside.

Tulsa, the Hill Country Is Worth the Trip

90 minutes of wine, chocolate, and craft — waiting for you in Fredericksburg. Small groups. Handcrafted everything. Cross the border and discover something sweet.

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