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TOP Places to Visit in Texas
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items After traveling around Texas for competitions, camps, and other events, I have compiled a long list of things you MUST do to get the full Texan experience. To truly understand the Lone Star State, you have to sample legendary, slow-smoked brisket. Fo...
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Restaurants
Other Food & Drinks
Arts & Entertainment
Shopping
Outdoor Activities
They always host the best events! My favorite time of the year to go there is Christmas because they decorate it with amazing light displays.
Zilker Metropolitan Park | Austin Parks and Recreation
There is nothing prettier than this bridge during the day or night! I promise it is breathtaking!
Pennybacker Bridge
This changed my mind about Houston. My sister is OBSESSED with all things space and aviation and it was amazing to see her nerd out!!!
Space Center Houston
FYI it is a hike!!! If you love camping, this is worth it!!! Make sure to check the weather ahead of time because on the second time I went camping (tent) here, my dad did not check the weather so we drove back at 2 AM as there was a snow storm heade...
Enchanted Rock
Restaurants
Their filet mignon is so delicious! They have so many sides, making it a “it is not a what do you want situation, it is a how many do you want situation”
Perry's Steakhouse & Grille | A Fine Dining Restaurant
I love their food variety! They have the best sushi ever! I also love their sweet and sour chicken!
Sakura Sushi | Top Rated Japanese & Chinese Cuisine in ...
I have never been a fan of pizza UNTIL I went to Home Slice. I love their cheese pizza and their garlic knots!
Home Slice Pizza
The most Texan thing to eat is (in my opinion) BBQ!! This is one of my family's favorite places to eat and we save room for it in our stomachs (it is that good)!
Louie Mueller Barbecue
Other Food & Drinks
While expensive, this restaurant came around my table with massive slabs of meat. (All you can eat) I tasted the best slices of picanha. The seasoning was amazing!
SP Brazilian Steakhouse
Best Texan meal ever! I love their crispy fries and delicious milkshakes! (Changes every month)
Mighty Fine Burgers Sunset Valley
I love TCBY! I always go with a classic mixture of vanilla and chocolate frozen yogurt. If you desire other flavors, they definitely have your hearts desire.
TCBY
They are always happy to see people! I love their smoothies because they taste amazing! My favorite is wild child blended!
JuiceLand
They have the best coffee and hot cocoa! Plus, you can take a photo in front of the famous “I love you so much” sign on the side!
Jo's Coffee
LEGIT the best place ever! I usually prefer salty stuff over sweet food but they changed my mind! I love their chocolate chip cookies and their cinnamon rolls are literally the best!
Freshly Baked Desserts Daily - Uppercrust Bakery & Cafe
Arts & Entertainment
They have the best chairs and volume! I love their food and attitude towards customers!
Movies & showtimes · Austin | Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
I love visiting any place that is great for photos! This was so much fun and is fantastic for all ages.
Museum of Illusions Austin
I love all the interesting exhibits and facts they have displayed all over! Even if you are not into art, this will keep you engaged.
Blanton Museum of Art
This was crazy cool! I loved all the floors and the acoustics. (although take a note from me and use the elevator)
Bass Concert Hall
This spans 6th to 12th Street in Austin. I loved all the cool spots such as Stubb's Bar-B-Q!
Red River Cultural District
I love soccer so much and this is the base for the Austin FC Team!
Q2 Stadium
This is literally the best spot to hang out with friends: you can bowl, play laser tag, or play arcade games.
High 5 Exchange
I love their guided safari tour! The workers are very nice and informative.
The Exotic Resort Zoo
I am a book person. This library was beyond my wildest imagination! Six stories with new books and areas to hang out. You will definitely get a workout going up the stairs.
Austin Central Library, Austin Public Library
Shopping
These are so impressive! People say that everything is bigger in Texas and this is THE BEST example!!!! From the massive amount of parking spots to the fudge made in the building, this is my favorite spot to go to when I am going camping or on long r...
Buc-ee's
If you have some money to spare, this is my absolute FAVORITE place to go to!!! I require formal outfits for certain competitions and I can purchase ones that fit right. They accommodate all sizes!!!
The Arboretum At Great Hills
I love shopping here whenever I have time!! FYI it contains some stores that might need age-warnings so you have been warned!
S Congress Ave