Uvalde, Texas travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Uvalde is a city in the Hill Country River Region of Texas.

3 sights · 5 places to eat · 1 places to stay

Updated from Wikivoyage on 1 October 2026 · Something wrong or missing? Improve it on Wikivoyage

Best things about Uvalde

Fort Inge

This 1849 US Cavalry post is located in a large park with hiking trails.

Janey Slaughter Briscoe Opera House

Restored 1891 Grand Opera House.

John Nance Garner House

Home of former U.S. Vice President John Nance Garner and a National Historic Landmark.

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Oct–Apr. Summer highs reach about 96°F; winter lows dip to about 41°F. Very hot (Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: May and Sep. (climate data from nearby San Antonio)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
SAT San Antonio International Airport, San Antonio — 82 mi away (major hub). Directions
LRD Laredo International Airport, Laredo — 117 mi away. Directions

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning Janey Slaughter Briscoe Opera House, John Nance Garner House
Lunch Lunkers Grill
Afternoon Fort Inge
Dinner Sunrise Restaurant

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

Cuisine (tap to filter)

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder