Amanda & Rick
Things To Do
The White Horse
Put on your dancing boots for a night of live music, cheap beer, and a ton of fun at this Austin honky tonk. If you're in town Thursday night, catch a free two step lesson and then put your new skills to use!
Polvo's
The best Mexican food you'll ever have. The queso is unreal. They don't take reservations, but you can put your name on the list and enjoy a Mexican martini outside while you wait.
LBJ Presidential Library
For history buffs, the LBJ Presidential Library is on UT's campus and has some truly incredible pieces of history, including audio of LBJ's phone conversations with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and other national leaders.
Terry Black's Barbecue
The Black family is one of the OG barbecue families in central Texas. Enjoy some of the best brisket Austin has to offer. Be sure to ask to check out the pit when you're there to see how they keep their smokers going 24/7.
Barton Springs Pool
There's no better way to cool off in Texas than at Barton Springs, a three-acre pool fed from underground springs that's always a refreshing 68-70 degrees.
The Continental Club
The Continental Club is a piece of Austin music history. Opened in 1957, Stevie Ray Vaughn and Sonic Youth have been among the bands to come through. The music ranges from punk to rockabilly to blues, but there's a live show almost every night.
South Congress Avenue
We highly recommend taking some time to walk up and down South Congress Avenue to see exactly what "Keep Austin Weird" is all about. Grab an iced turbo at Jo's coffee, check out some of Austin's famous murals, grab tacos at Torchy's, and poke around the shopping. There are plenty of restaurants open for lunch and dinner with great outdoor seating -- perfect for people watching!
UT Campus
Check out the iconic UT tower and take an hour to explore campus. A few things to look out for: DKR Stadium, the LBJ Presidential Library, the Blanton Art Museum, and all the incredible architecture across campus. Stop into the University Coop on Guadalupe afterwards to get your Texas gear.