Things To Do
Barbarella Austin
This is Lizzy's sweaty, divy happy place. Friday is 80s night, JUST SO YOU KNOW. This is a place to come and dance like no one is watching because NO ONE IS. Everyone's here to have a good time. Cheap drinks, cheap thrills. Wear shoes you can get a drink spilled on.
Opossum Temple and Voodoo Pew
Mateo proposed at this cute little spot on Town Lake. Start here, and take a stroll around for some great sunsets and even better people watching.
HEB (Yes, the Grocery Store)
Just trust us. Get the fresh tortillas. Get the house label anything. Pick up some Whataburger Spicy Ketchup for the trip home. You will not regret it. Their grab and go foods are also *exceptional* from sushi to BBQ. A relaxing insomnia podcast Mateo and Lizzy listen to (check it out here -https://anchor.fm/bowl ) also recently ranked HEB's in-house Cereology label as having the best cereal in the country, so. Stock up.
Armadillo Christmas Bazaar
Looking for local crafts? LOOK NO FURTHER.
Dragon's Lair Comics and Fantasy
Nerdvana.
Barton Springs Pool
It's the same temperature year-round which is to say: chilly. Great classic Austin stop.
Downtown Round Rock
Great bar scene, and some amazing local history. Check out the bullet marks from outlaw Sam Bass' shootout with Texas Lawman A.W. Grimes. Adorable public library is right here, too.
Amy's Ice Creams
Mateo's order: Mexican Vanilla with Butterfinger Lizzy's order: check the sundae specials board! Basically anything with hot fudge.
Trail of Lights
Check out both Austin and Round Rock's Christmas bonanzas. https://austintrailoflights.org/ https://www.discoverroundrock.com/rockn-lights-holiday-light-tour/
King Bee
Recommendation courtesy of bridesmaid Lena, Lizzy's oldest friend (ask her about Lizzy's first concert experience) - great dive bar with amazing local music.