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November 18, 2022
Austin, TX

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Austin and the surrounding area have so much to do! Check out the list below for some of our top picks. The first few are activities and sites. Following that are a few food recommendations (in various categories).
South Congress

South Congress

Austin, TX

Great area for sightseeing, shopping, and dining! Keep an eye out for colorful and Instagram-worthy murals.

Creek Show

Creek Show

700 E 9th St, Austin, TX 78701

Get FREE tickets to this annual limited time art installation along Waterloo Creek in downtown Austin!

Rainey Street Historic District

Rainey Street Historic District

Austin, TX 78701

Charming bungalows turned bars and restaurants.

Texas Capitol

Texas Capitol

1100 Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78701
, (512) 463-4630

In addition to the beautiful grounds, the building itself is usually open to visitors. Check it out and maybe even learn some Texas history!

Lady Bird Lake

Lady Bird Lake

Austin, TX

It may be a little too chilly to kayak or paddleboard but the views along the lake shore are always stunning.

Mount Bonnell

Mount Bonnell

Austin, TX 78731

"Mount" is generous but the views from this lookout are undoubtedly spectacular!

Barton Creek Greenbelt

Barton Creek Greenbelt

A beautiful spot for a hike (of any length). You'll be along Barton Creek and may even spot some rock climbers on the journey!

Zilker Botanical Garden

Zilker Botanical Garden

2220 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX 78746
, (512) 477-8672

Regardless of the season, the botanical gardens are always a delight to visit.

Barton Springs Pool

Barton Springs Pool

Austin, TX 78746

One of Austin's most popular sites. The pool is spring-fed and thus constantly 68-70 degrees year round. Depending on the weather, this might be refreshing or soothing. Keep your eyes peeled for the rare and endangered Barton Springs Salamander!

University of Texas at Austin

University of Texas at Austin

Austin, TX

An alma mater of both Aaron and Adam, UT Austin is a compact but scenic campus located just north of downtown!

LBJ Presidential Library

LBJ Presidential Library

2313 Red River Street, Austin, TX 78705
, (512) 721-0200

The LBJ Presidential Library and its attached museum are located on UT's campus. We definitely recommend a visit! Fun fact: Aaron is a graduate of the LBJ School of Public Affairs!

Cidercade Austin

Cidercade Austin

600 East Riverside Drive, Austin, TX 78704
, (512) 963-4701

Ciders, games, and great views! We recommend this spot for a fun night out.

Austin Central Library

Austin Central Library

710 West Cesar Chavez Street, Austin, TX 78701
, (512) 974-7400

Check out Austin's central downtown library. It's a great spot to read or just rest. Don't forget to check out the spectacular views from the rooftop!

The Contemporary Austin - Jones Center

The Contemporary Austin - Jones Center

700 Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78701
, (512) 453-5312

Conveniently located along Congress Street in downtown. This museum has rotating exhibits so there's always something new to see!

Blanton Museum of Art

Blanton Museum of Art

200 East Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard, Austin, TX 78712
, (512) 471-5482

This museum includes all kinds of art from many eras. Be sure to check out the Ellsworth Kelly piece if you can!

Esther's Follies

Esther's Follies

525 East 6th Street, Austin, TX 78701
, (512) 320-0553

Always funny and always Austin. Esther's Follies has hilarious and often topical sketch comedy and magic (?). Catch a show if you can!

Austin Eastciders Collaboratory - Taproom

Austin Eastciders Collaboratory - Taproom

979 Springdale Road, Austin, TX 78702
, (512) 538-0126

Yummy ciders in a relaxed setting. Try a flight to really get the full experience!

Cooper's Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que

217 Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78701
, (512) 474-4227

Our top pick for BBQ in Austin!

Tacodeli

301 Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78701
, (512) 601-6631

Our top pick for tacos (breakfast or otherwise)! Note: Tacodeli has a few locations in the area.

JuiceLand

2307 Lake Austin Boulevard, Austin, TX 78703
, (512) 628-0782

Our top pick for smoothies! This is an Austin staple and they have many locations.

Jo's Coffee

1300 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78704
, (512) 444-3800

Our top pick for coffee! Try the iced turbo and keep an eye our for the "I LOVE YOU SO MUCH" mural...you can't miss it!

Magnolia Cafe

1920 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78704
, (512) 445-0000

One of our two top picks for brunch!

Banger's Sausage House & Beer Garden

79 Rainey Street, Austin, TX 78701
, (512) 386-1656

Our other top pick for brunch!

Home Slice Pizza

1415 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78704
, (512) 444-7437

Our top pick for pizza!

Chuy's

1728 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX 78704
, (512) 474-4452

One of our two top picks for Tex-Mex! Fun Fact: The Barton Springs Chuy's is the original!

Taco Cabana

2117 West Ben White Boulevard, Austin, TX 78704
, (512) 462-2242

Our other top pick for Tex-Mex! Try the fajitas!

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