Hike on up at Mount Bonnell for a beautiful view of the whole city! Read more.
Find this venue across from the Barton Springs pool, and enjoy free outdoor ballets, plays, musicals, and concerts most weekends from May to October. Read more.
Visit this renowned music spot featuring daily live music spanning all genres. Shows usually start around 9-10pm. Read more.
Perfect on hot days, this 1000-feet-long, spring-fed swimming hole in Zilker Park is kept around 68˚F year-round and flanked by walnut and pecan trees. Read more.
This tree is the last of the Council Oaks, a grove of 14 trees that served as a meeting place for Comanche and Tonkawa tribes. In 1989, the tree was poisoned with herbicide, almost killing it.
The Austin Motel’s iconic sign hanging on South Congress has appeared on just about every other postcard ever made here. The hotel is as unique as Austin.
The wildflower center is a must visit if you're visiting from out of town. Beautifully maintained.
Guaranteed to make you curious about history and houses millions of presidential documents with awesome permanent + temporary exhibits!
Gigantic donuts drowned in sauce and toppings. One of the best things I've ever tried. Do opt for the ones with a cream cheese icing and not the chocolate icing because it can get really sweet.
Exceptional selection of pinball machines and original arcade classics as well as contemporary arcade selections as well.
Want a great Austin experience? Live music, great outdoor area with tables for socializing, sand volleyball courts, and a good drink selection. A little far south but worth the trip!
Some of the best people watching in the city! I love running and walking here. Great place to stroll with a friend and chat.
If you're not from Austin, or have never been to an Alamo Drafthouse, prepare to have your socks blown off. Fantastic moviegoing experience. Come early, have a few drinks, watch happily.
Great selection of whiskey, including rotating "Whiskey of the Day" specials. Cocktails are innovative and tasty. Seating is pretty limited.
