Things to Do in Hermann MO - The Perfect Weekend Getaway From St. Louis
There are many things to do in Hermann MO for families, couples, or friends. While there is plenty of fun things to do in St. Louis, sometimes you need a change of scenery. Whether you’re planning a romantic weekend getaway from St. Louis or a family trip along the Katy Trail, you’ll find plenty of great restaurants and fun activities in Hermann Missouri.
Hermann Missouri Wineries
The altitude, hills, and proximity to water of Hermann Missouri make it a great place to grow wine. The wineries in Hermann and in the surrounding area are probably what Hermann is best known for. Here are some of the best wineries near Hermann, MO.
Hermannhof Winery Patio Hermann Missouri
Hermannhof Winery
One of the best places in Hermann to sit on the patio with a glass of wine and listen to live music. This German winery has an adorable shop attached to it with unique cheeses and snacks.
Hermannhof Winery Hermann MO
Adam Puchta Winery and 1855 Cellar Bistro
The Adam Puchta Winery is the oldest continuously owned family farm winery in the United States. They often have live music and host Hermann Wine Trail events.
Stone Hill Winery Hermann, Missouri
Stone Hill Winery and Vintage 1847 Restaurant
Stone Hill Winery in Hermann is probably the most widely known winery near Hermann. I know I’ve purchased Stone Hill wines several times from the store before not even knowing they were a local brand.
I was also super impressed with the Vintage 1847 Restaurant owned by the winery. They have delicious German fare to pair with their Stone Hill wines. Definitely one of the best places to eat in Hermann Missouri.
Vintage 1847 Restaurant at Stone Hill Winery
G. Husmann Wine Company
G. Husmann Wine Company features dry Missouri wines. They honor George Husmann who is considered the father of viticulture (the study of grapes and wine making) in Missouri.
Reserve Cellars of Hermann
The Reserve Cellars of Hermann are located in the former presshouse and cellars of George Husmann. The presshouse and cellars are located on the historic Hermann Farm and museum property.
Historic Hermann Farm and museum
Hermann Winery Tour
Many of the wineries along the Hermann Wine Trail offer tours of their facilities and cellars. I highly recommend calling to find out tour times and booking in advance when possible.
Fernweh Distilling Co Hermann Missouri
Distilleries in Hermann MO
The Hermann Whiskey Trail is another fun thing to do in Hermann MO. There are several local distilleries to visit for a whiskey tasting near Hermann:
Copper Mule Distillery
Fernweh Distilling Co.
Lionheart Whiskey Co
Hermann Farm Distillery
Pinckney Bend Distillery
Hermann Trolley
Hermann Trolley aka Hermann Wine Trolley
If you want to visit Hermann from your B&B nearby or hop from winery to winery the Hermann Trolley is the safe way to go! Plan a fun girls weekend or family trip and forget about dubbing someone the DD for the night. Let the Hermann Wine Trolley safely transport your party around the Hermann Wine Trail or to the various distilleries in the area.
View of Hermann from Stone Hill Winery
Antique Stores in Hermann Missouri
Hermann is a great town to go hunting for high quality antiques. Here are several antique shops in Hermann you should check out!
Hermann’s Attic Antique Mall
Antiques Unlimited
Missouri’s Trading Post
Red Barn Crafts and Antiques
Hermann’s Attic Antique Mall Hermann Missouri
Sweet Treats Hermann MO
Hermann has some delightful sweet shoppes including an old fashioned candy store and a custard shoppe with vintage pinball machines.
Sugar Momma’s Candy Store
This adorable little candy store in Hermann was definitely my kids favorite thing to do in Hermann Missouri. They have traditional German candies as well as contemporary favorites everyone loves.
Downtown Deli and Custard Shoppe
This Deli and Custard Shoppe downtown Hermann Missouri (as it is aptly named) was also one of my kids’ favorite stops. We all enjoyed the custard and if we had come at lunch time they had some delicious looking sandwiches on the downtown deli menu.
Rickys Chocolate Box
This chocolate shop in Hermann looks absolutely delicious and I wish we would’ve had time to stop here. Highly recommend adding it to your weekend in Hermann itinerary. Their chocolates are hand made and they also sell hard candies, toffies and more!
The Dollhouse Bed and Breakfast Rhineland MO
Stay at a Bed and Breakfast in Hermann (or nearby)
We stayed at the beautiful Dollhouse Bed and Breakfast in Rhineland Missouri, only a 7 minute drive from downtown Hermann. This bed and breakfast is right on the Katy Trail which makes it the perfect stop after a day of biking or hiking. It’s located in the country so it’s super quiet and peaceful.
The owners are so nice and made a delicious buffet style breakfast with eggs, hash browns, stuffed french toast, and more! Highly recommend staying at the Dollhouse B&B next time you visit Hermann.
Stuffed french toast at the Dollhouse Bed and Breakfast near Hermann MO
Historical Sites in Hermann
Hermann Missouri is filled with history and they have several historical sites to prove it. Here are some of the sites I recommend you check out during your stay.
Gasconade County Courthouse
Deutschheim State Historic Site
Lewis and Clark Markers
Caboose Museum
Hermann Farm Museum
Hermann Weekend Getaway From St. Louis
I hope you have more ideas on what to do in Hermann Missouri now and how to plan the perfect weekend getaway. We had the most relaxing weekend in Hermann and I hope you love this little historical town in Missouri as much as we did. Read more about Hermann Missouri restaurants and the best places to eat in Hermann MO to learn more about this historic foodie town.
