Things To Do
South Congress Bridge - Bats!
An estimated 1.5 million Mexican free-tail bats call the Congress Avenue bridge home making this spot the largest urban bat colony in North America. View their nightly departure 30-60 minutes before sunset from the Congress bridge or on Lady Bird Lake.
Bullock Texas State History Museum
Texas History - Step inside the Bullock to experience and engage in the story of Texas.
Texas Capitol
Texas History - A national historic landmark housing the offices of the state of Texas representatives.
The Driskill Hotel
GUIDED HISTORY TOUR Texas History - Providing a window to the hotel’s history, the tour will take attendees back to the earliest years of Austin, when folks traveled by horse-drawn buggies on dirt roads, and when The Driskill and the State Capitol were the tallest buildings in sight. Throughout the decades, the hotel has continued to be a representation of the many eras that it’s lived in.
Blanton Museum of Art
Art & Culture - The Blanton houses a 21,000 piece collection showcasing art from across the ages - Greek pottery to abstract expressionism.
"Austin"
AT THE BLANTON MUSEUM OF ART The "Austin" is an immersive limestone work of art and architecture designed by New York native artist Ellsworth Kelly in 1986 on the grounds of the Blanton Museum. It became a reality with a $23M campaign and at the hands of the design build team of Overland Partners and Linbeck Group.
The Contemporary Austin
AT LAGUNA GLORIA Art & Culture - This contemporary art destination presents exhibitions and permanent outdoor art installations on a site of great natural beauty on Lake Austin
The Contemporary Austin
AT THE JONES CENTER Arts & Culture - The other location downtown.
Broken Spoke
Entertainment - Austin’s legendary honkytonk dance hall featuring live country western music since 1964.
The Continental Club
Entertainment - A historic landmark, 60 year old club featuring a variety of live music from rock to country western to jazz and rockabilly.
Comedy Mothership
Entertainment - A standup comedy nightclub in the historic Ritz theater on 6th Street created by comedian, podcaster and commentator Joe Rogan.
West 6th Street
Entertainment - This historic row is a prized destination for decadent dinners, craft beer, sporting events, live music, shopping and nightlife.
Allens Boots
Get Outfitted - The largest selection of cowboy boots in Austin.
Maufrais
Get Outfitted - Maufrais is a newer but 100% authentic custom sizing and shaping hat shop.
Deep Eddy Municipal Pool
In & On the Water - From natural spring fed pools to the Colorado River that runs through Austin, our watering spots are the city's crown jewels. Deep Eddy is the oldest pool in Texas. Natural springs continuously feed clear-blue, refreshing 68-70 degree fresh water since the Deep Eddy was built in 1915.
Barton Springs
In & On the Water - Take a dip in Austin’s natural springs pool with views of downtown.
Austin Rowing Club
In & On the Water - Row or paddle on Lady Bird Lake with a kayak or stand up paddle (SUP) board rental.
Amy's Ice Creams
Sweet Treats on a Sizzling Day - Find your perfect and creamy scoop in its rotation of 150 original flavors.
Sno-Beach
Sweet Treats on a Sizzling Day - The Austin original and can’t be beat snow cone trailer.
Mount Bonnell
Scenic Spot - Mount Bonnell, also known as Covert Park, is a prominent point alongside the Lake Austin portion of the Colorado River in Austin, Texas. It has been a popular tourist destination since the 1850s. The mount provides a vista for viewing the city of Austin, Lake Austin, and the surrounding hills.
360 Bridge
Scenic Spots - If you want a gorgeous view of the countryside and downtown Austin, take a quick hike to the scenic Pennybacker Bridge (also known as the Austin 360 Bridge) overlook.
Second Street District
Austin On Foot - 2nd Street District is Austin's best mix of local retail, restaurants, living and entertainment. It's a vibrant area offering walkable downtown shopping
South Congress Avenue
Austin On Foot - South of the river there are boots, boutiques, food, vintage wear and more!
