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Buda, Texas

Buda was formally established on April 1, 1881, when Mrs. Cornelia Trimble donated land for a townsite at an International-Great Northland Railroad depot there. The area had earlier been settled as part of a Mexican land grant. A common explanation for the name is that it derives from the Spanish word, viuda, meaning widow. The town had gathered a reputation as a popular eating stop for rail travelers and the name may refer to a pair of widows who cooked at the establishment in the late 1800s.

Only 17 miles from Austin on I-35, the town's growth has paralleled Austin's growth since the 1980s. Many original buildings along Main St. now house antique shops and related businesses, including a popular Farmers Market (May - Nov.).

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Things to do near Buda, TX

Balcones Country Club -Spicewood

Course Access: PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...

Barton Creek Resort -Fazio Foothills

Course Access: ResortHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 90 days...

Lake Travis Fishing Tips

Largemouth bass anglers have their best success on this reservoir during the spring and fall months. Bass fishing from June t...

Lost Creek Country Club

Course Access: PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...

Canyon Lake Boating

The Army Corps of Engineers operates seven major parks on the shores of Canyon Lake. Several others are managed by Comal Coun...