Things To Do
BARTON SPRINGS POOL
Recreational outdoor swimming pool that is filled entirely with water from nearby natural springs. It is located on the grounds of Zilker Park.
Zilker Metropolitan Park
Zilker Metropolitan Park is considered "Austin's most-loved park." This 351-acre metropolitan park is home to a variety of recreation opportunities, facilities and special events.
Mount Bonnell
Near Lake Austin, beautiful and easy hike!
Hamilton Pool
This is a really beautiful natural spring with caves and hiking trails. Make sure to make a reservation online if you plan on swimming/hiking here: https://secure.emybill.com/par... https://parks.traviscountytx.gov/find-a-park/hamilton-pool
Esther's Follies
A modern-day vaudeville theatre located on 6th Street. Acts incorporate comedy, magic, juggling, singing, dancing, and sketches on current events.
Blanton Museum of Art
Located on the campus of The University of Texas at Austin, is the primary art collection for the city of Austin. Home to “Austin” by Ellsworth Kelly and more than 19,000 other works, the Blanton showcases art from across the ages, from ancient Greek pottery to abstract expressionism.
LBJ Presidential Library
Located at The University of Texas campus in Austin, Texas, the Library houses historical documents, photos and recordings from President Johnson's political career, including objects donated by the President and Mrs. Johnson, their family, and close friends.
Texas Capitol
Watching the Bats
Austin is known for the bats that fly out from under the Congress bridge every night at dusk. Follow the crowd hanging around the bridge every night or enjoy a BYOB sunset and bat watching cruise on the Capital Cruises boats just outside the Hyatt hotel.
Antone's Nightclub
Fun music venue in downtown Austin!
The Continental Club
One of the oldest music venues in Austin. Check out an intimate show in the gallery upstairs!
Broken Spoke
Iconic country dance hall. Live music and boot-scootin, plus beer and chicken fried steaks since 1964.
The White Horse
Hipster honky tonk, live country music, and taco truck out back.
Historic Scoot Inn
Built in 1871, The Scoot is the oldest continuously running beer joint in central Texas. Fun bar and venue for live music.
Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden
One of our favorite spots for a drink or coffee. Beautiful outdoor space, pet and kid friendly!
Black's Barbecue Austin
The line goes quick. Try the burnt ends!
Salt Lick BBQ
This is out in the Hill Country and a little hike from downtown, but worth it. And BYOB! There is an ATM there, but this is a cash only joint.
la Barbecue
Central Texas barbecue. Owner LeAnn Mueller hates the sweet stuff, so you’ll find special blends of salty and savory rub and no sugar added to our coleslaw.
Matt's El Rancho
Family-owned Austin Tex-Mex restaurant, open since 1952.
Veracruz All Natural Food Truck
Food truck at Radio Coffee, great Migas taco!
East Side King
Brick and mortar location of popular Asian-fusion food truck started by Paul Qui and Moto Utsunomiya.
Lucy's Fried Chicken
Popular fried-chicken spot!
Gourdough's Big. Fat. Donuts.
Famous for their big donuts, and donut burger.
The Austin Beer Garden Brewing Co.
Warehouse-like beer-garden with house microbrews with pizza and sandwiches.
Sway
Modern thai restaurant near wedding venue.
Loro
Asian smokehouse meets Texas barbecue in rustic spot with beer, wine, and cocktails plus giant patio.
Hopdoddy Burger Bar
Popular burger spot on South Congress.
Seven Grand and Las Perlas
Adjoining whiskey bar and tequila bar with amazing taco stand in the shared back patio. One of faves!
Easy Tiger
Bake shop and beer garden with outdoor ping pong tables (we highly recommend the pretzel with beer cheese!)
Ranch 616
Classic texana oddities adorn this fun hangout with good food!
Uchi
Awesome sushi restaurant (fyi: it is a little pricey unless you go during happy hour--also recommend getting a reservation for this very popular spot!)
South Congress Shops and Restaurants
We love checking out the fun shops in this neighborhood. Very walkable and easy access to food trucks (an Austin staple).
Perla's
Seafood restaurant on South Congress that has great cocktails.
Bouldin Creek Cafe
All vegetarian but so flavorful! Can't go wrong with anything on the menu, but they're known for their brunches
Jester King
This isn't too far from Austin and is very casual and open. They also have a delicious pizza place next door called Stanley's pizza you'll want to pair with your beer.