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Austin, Texas — Hotel Ella — May 2, 2026

Things To Do In Austin

We're excited to share with you some of our favorite places in Austin! (Sorted by food, drinks, and activities)

Matt's El Rancho

2613 South Lamar Boulevard, Austin, TX 78704

Matt's needs no introduction... you'll just have to go and see for yourself what it's all about. Make sure you order the Bob Armstrong and frozen top-shelf marg or Knockout martini :)

Fonda San Miguel

2330 West North Loop Boulevard, Austin, TX 78756

True culinary experience, serving award-winning interior Mexican food with all the vibes.

Odd Duck

1201 South Lamar Boulevard, Austin, TX 78704

Our fave spot for a nice date night.

Clark's Oyster Bar - Austin

1200 West 6th Street, Austin, TX 78703

Oysters and burgers

Terry Black's Barbecue

1003 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX 78704

Great BBQ, in town, and you won't even have to dedicate your entire day to waiting in line.

Broken Spoke

3201 South Lamar Boulevard, Austin, TX 78704

Live music & boot-scootin', plus beer & chicken-fried steak since 1964.

Lala's Little Nugget

2207 Justin Lane, Austin, TX 78757

Dive Bar that celebrates Christmas 365 days a year.

Whisler’s

1816 East 6th Street, Austin, TX 78702

This place has perfected the rustic-chic vibe – think dive bar, but with chandeliers and candles. Check out the mezcal bar upstairs.

Elephant Room

315 Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78701

Iconic underground jazz bar in downtown Austin.

Hold Out Brewing

1208 West 4th Street, Austin, TX 78703

Otopia Rooftop Lounge

1901 San Antonio Street, Austin, TX 78705

Rooftop bar and eatery by the pool at the Otis Hotel. Walking distance to Hotel Ella.

Scholz Garten

1607 San Jacinto Boulevard, Austin, TX 78701

Historic German biergarten

Houndstooth Coffee

401 Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78701

Local coffee shop

Swedish Hill

1128 West 6th Street, Austin, TX 78703

Barton Springs Pool

2131 William Barton Drive, Austin, TX 78746

MUST DO: Large, 3-acre, outdoor pool, fed by a natural spring from Edwards Aquifer. Truly iconic Austin experience. (be warned the water is a bit chilly but totally worth it)

Dive Bar Austin

1703 Guadalupe Street, Austin, TX 78701

Artsy cocktail bar, mixing classic cocktails.

Town Lake Trail

also known as Ladybird Lake + Butler Hike and Bike Trail. Go for a run, walk, or even rent kayaks or paddleboards.

Mount Bonnell

Austin, TX 78731

Iconic hilltop with panoramic views of Lake Austin and the city.

Zilker Metropolitan Park

Austin, TX 78746

Austin's version of Central Park, but totally different vibes.

South Congress

Austin, TX

Stroll, shop, eat, drink and take in Austin culture.

Pease Park

Pease Road, Austin, TX 78703

A large, beautiful park with fun for all ages including a playground for kids, basketball court, plenty of open space, and a unique treehouse.

Blanton Museum of Art

200 East Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard, Austin, TX 78712

The Blanton Museum of Art is one of the foremost university art museums in the country and holds the largest public collection in Central Texas

Bullock Texas State History Museum

1800 Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78701