Hannah & Sam
Things To Do & Eat
BARTON SPRINGS POOL
Sam loves diving into this 68 degree cold spring for a casual 2 mile swim in the mornings. Hannah likes to complain about how cold the water is before getting out and enjoying the sunshine. Note: They don't allow any outside food or beverage, this spot is purely to enjoy swimming and sun :) We recommend a visit before or after you hit up a local food spot!
Butler Park Pitch & Putt
Hidden close to downtown, this is a great place to grab some beers and play 9 very short holes of golf.
Sixth Street Historic District
Shots of well vodka? Check. Some drunk dude playing the drums? Check. Police officers on horseback there to keep the peace? Check. 6th Street is a must-do if you're looking to party Austin style! Click on the link below for a pretty accurate ranking of the bars from best to worst.
Rainy Street Bars
Rainy Street is a bunch of old houses converted into bars. It is a good place to bar hop during the day. At night, it feels more like an extension of Dirty 6th (rowdy nightlife). Competition is steep to stay in business, so click the link below to see the latest and greatest Rainey Street has to offer!
Deep Eddy Spring
Another great Austin Pool option if the weather is warm. Its a giant pool right on the lake but like Barton Springs, prepare for chillier water temps!
Zilker Park
Great park to go hang out in with a blanket and some beers. It is where Sam proposed to Hannah!
Barton Creek Greenbelt Trail (Hiking)
Austin's version of hiking is flat, but this is a great place to go on a "hike" and feel like you're out in nature. The trailhead is close to the wedding venue, and is also right by Zilker Park, Barton Springs Pool and Thoms Market if you're looking to make a day out of our recommendations!
House Wine
Lord knows how many glasses of wine and cheese plates were consumed between Hannah, Sam and their friends at this place. Great wine, great food and super friendly staff!
Abel's on the Lake
Able's is decent (not great) bar food, but their view is worth the visit. You'll be right on the lake (our favorite part of Austin). If their menu isn't doing it for you, go next door to Hula Hut for some equally OK food with awesome views.
Ramen Tatsu-Ya
Our favorite ramen ever. Its amazing. Sam loves the "Miso Hot" and Hannah loves the "Miso Not"
Lick Honest Ice Creams
Our favorite place for Ice Cream.
Salt Lick Cellars
Decent Texas BBQ but great venue. Its BYOB and they have all you can eat for cheap (but remember the meat sweats are real so be careful). Also, it cash only!
Stiles Switch BBQ
More good Texas BBQ. This location is the famed “Emporium” pool hall filmed in the movie Dazed and Confused.
Uchi
Seriously good, but seriously expensive sushi (if that is what you're into)
Nuha's Sinful Desserts
A tiny cookie truck that is not always open, but when it is, worth the trip! Hannah and Sam would go there frequently.
Thom's Market - Barton Springs
A great little grocery market that Hannah and Sam lived just up the road from. Hannah worked their her first summer in Austin. They have great snacks and lots of beer and wine.
Micklethwait Craft Meats
Awesome Texas BBQ from a truck if you're on the East side of town.
Bufalina Pizza
Really good wood fire pizza on the east side of town! Get there between 4-5:30 for their awesome happy hour: half off all pizza and bottles of wine.
LBJ Presidential Library
For all the history buffs on the guest list, this is actually a really cool museum. Highly recommended a visit while taking a tour of the State Capital Building!
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema South Lamar
If going to a movie is a thing in September, this Alamo is a favorite. We spend many a Sunday here watching movies and eating their (surprisingly really good) food. Head next door to the Highball Bar for great music and karaoke if you're feeling feisty
Matthew McConaughey's House
We don't actually know where he lives, but if you figure it out, let us know so we can invite him to the wedding.