Things To Do
Visit Lady Bird Lake
We love going for walks downtown around Lady Bird Lake with our dog, Vanilla. Lady Bird Lake is also popular for kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and canoeing, with multiple rental vendors available. The Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail spans over 10 miles, looping around the lake and connecting to parks and downtown.
Explore South Congress
South Congress is one of Austin's cultural, entertainment, and shopping districts. Located just south of Lady Bird Lake, the vibrant avenue is famous for its eclectic local boutiques, world-class dining, live music, and stunning views of the downtown Austin skyline. We'd recommend looking at Allen's Boots and Tecovas for cowboy hats and boots. We'd also recommend visiting Perla's or Aba for brunch or lunch.
Drinks on East 6th Street
Have a drink and listen to live music on East 6th Street. East 6th Street is a vibrant, friendly entertainment district known for its eclectic mix of trendy cocktail bars, dive bars, live music venues, and acclaimed restaurants. Marlo's favorite bar on East 6th is Hotel Vegas and Eric's is Latchkey (go on Friday). Mother's Ruin (1401 E 6th St) is a new NYC-transplant neighborhood cocktail bar on East 6th that is also very popular.
Golf at Omni Barton Creek
The Omni Barton Creek boasts 4 golf courses. Newly renovated Fazio Canyons, designed by Tom Fazio, was ranked #1 Top Texas Tour Venues That You Can Play by Golf.com and among the top in the state by GolfDigest. Fazio Foothills was recently named the #3 top golf course you can play in Texas by Golf Magazine. The Palmer Lakeside golf course rewards guests with striking, panoramic lake views and twilight glimpses of whitetail deer.
University of Texas Baseball
Take in a UT baseball game at the place Marlo fell in love with Eric. The University of Texas at Austin baseball program holds the highest all-time winning percentage and the second-most all-time wins in college baseball history. Based at UFCU Disch-Falk Field, they have won six national championships and boast the most College World Series appearances.
Cidercade Austin
Visit the place Eric fell in love with Marlo (he saw her shoot a basketball for the first time). Just $12 admission for unlimited play on over 150 classic and modern arcade games. Enjoy craft adult beverages, delicious artisan pizzas, and smoked wings all made on-site, then soak in some of the best views in the city from our outdoor patio. 18+ starting at 9pm.