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items Iāve called Austin home for 15 years, and Iāve experienced it all! From incredible eats to live music that moves your soul, and a fashion scene thatās as vibrant as the city itselfāAustin has it all. Hereās my guide to the must-visit spots and canāt-...
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Barton Springs Pool (Austin, TX)
My absolute favorite Austin activity š¤ A must-do, especially during the summer. Barton Springs is a natural springāfed pool that stays around 64Ā° year-round, so itās always refreshing on a hot Texas day.
Tips before...
About Barton Springs Pool
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Deep Eddy Pool (Austin, TX)
One of Austinās most iconic swimming spots and a true local favorite. Deep Eddy is a spring-fed pool thatās perfect for a refreshing dip and a laid-back afternoon.
Good to know:
ā¢ Parking can be tricky, especially on wee...
Deep Eddy Municipal Pool
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A must-stop after swimming at Deep Eddy š Pool Burger is an Austin classic with the best laid-back, summer energy. Think juicy burgers, crinkle-cut fries, cold drinks, and a casual patio that feels like a mini vacation.
Perfect for a post-swim bite...
Pool Burger
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Casa de Luz is a true hidden gem in Austināoff the usual tourist radar and delightfully gate-kept. The food is fresh, organic, and sourced from their own gardens, with a daily-changing buffet-style menu for just $13 per person. The atmosphere is calm...
Casa de Luz Village
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I went last year and the vibes were amazingāthis is truly what a festival is meant to feel like š¶āØ Just people enjoying great music, no chaos, no overwhelming crowds.
Held at the Waterloo Amphitheater, itās the perfect setting for a laid-back, musi...
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One of the best live music venues in Austin š¶ Usually they host about one show a week, making every performance feel special. Located at the original Moody Theater, the space is super intimate and cozy with amazing sound and great sightlines.
Defin...
Austin City Limits Live at The Moody Theater Tickets | Tickets on Sale
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Lady Bird Lake Trail (Austin, TX)
A beautiful, flat trail perfect for a walk, jog, or easy hike šæš Stunning lake views and the Austin skyline make it a classic city escape.
Tips:
ā¢ Park at the Trader Joeās garage ā they validate parking for 2 hou...
Austin's Hike & Bike Trail at Lady Bird Lake
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Hidden gem vintage spot! There are also a couple of other vintage shops within walking distance.
Room Service Vintage
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The most beautiful park in Austin!!
Walking trails, splash pad, clean bathrooms, city views, green space for picnics, burrito food truck, coffee airstream, and a hidden wooden troll! This place literally has everything and more. Must visit for any vi...
Pease District Park
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For lovers of luxury- this luxury store has every brand and designer you could dream of! (Located in westlake)
Julian Gold
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It wouldnāt be a trip to Austin without this iconic stop! Here are my fav shops on soco:
Sunlife juice on music lane (I love the matcha) š§
Two hands best cup of coffee! āļø
Reformation womenās clothing š
Sezane womenās clothing š½
Ganni womenās cl...
Austin, TX South Congress Avenue - Things To Do
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Austin classic dive bar! Canāt miss trivia on Monday nights š¤
Barton Springs Saloon
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2.5 mile hike in the hills of Austin! My friends and I love to do this trail then take a dip in the lake at Emma long park after.
Turkey Creek Trail, Texas - Austin
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the perfect way to cool off after a hike! Bring a change of clothes and take a refreshing dip in Lake Austin. Just a 5-minute drive from the Turkey Creek Trail, itās an ideal spot to combine a scenic hike with some lake-side relaxation.
Emma Long Metropolitan Park
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The ultimate Austin outdoor day: hike Turkey Creek Trail, cool off with a swim at Emma Long Park, then unwind with dinner and drinks at Ski Shores on Lake Austin. All within a 5 mile radius of each other. Fresh air, lake views, and good vibesāthis co...
Ski Shores Cafe
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Lake Travis Zipline Adventures offers a 3-hour guided tour with five ziplines, including the longest and fastest in Texas, over Lake Travis, plus all-day access to a private lakefront property for swimming, picnicking, and relaxing. The adventure inc...
Lake Travis Zipline Adventures
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Great family friendly activity! Tickets are $15 each
Volente Beach Waterpark
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"Jaws on the Water" is an annual summer event hosted by Alamo Drafthouse at Volente Beach Resort on Lake Travis, Texas, where attendees watch the movie Jaws while floating in inner tubes on the water, with scuba divers adding scares by tugging on leg...
Jaws on the Water - Volente Beach - 50th Annivesary
Where to stay š©
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I could make an entire separate list about this place. The best city getaway near Austin! Super family friendly and cozy. Truly gives you the Texas hill country experience. This place feels like going to summer camp! Here are my favorite highlights
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Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa | Near Austin, TX
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Perched on the scenic shores of Lake Travis in the Texas Hill Country, just minutes west of Austin, this resort gives you waterfront vistas, sunsets, and a peaceful escape from city life
Lakeway Resort and Spa: Lakeway Resort in Austin
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Great stay in the heart of the city! The rooftop pool and restaurant are amazing.
Hotel Van Zandt Austin ā Contemporary Comfort, Live Music & Urban Style in Downtown Austin
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City stay!
Welcome to the LINE Austin ā a standout stay among Austin hotels. Crafted for the stylish traveler, the business professional, the cultural connoisseur, and everyone in between, our home base neighbors some of Austinās top attractions. ...
The LINE Austin | Boutique Hotel in Downtown Austin, TX
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Historic charm on south congress
Why I love this hotel:
Historic Boutique Charm
Built around a restored Victorian house from 1888, the hotelās architecture and design riff on oldāworld elegance with artistic flair ā deeply rooted in Austinās crea...
Luxury & Historic 5-Star Hotel in Austin | Hotel Saint Cecilia
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Best affordable & safe city stay! Connected to one of my favorite bars- upstairs at Caroline. On the bottom floor, they have a restaurant / coffee house called Caroline.
Rates are usually about $100-200 per night
Aloft Austin Downtown bring...
ALOFT AUSTIN DOWNTOWN
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My favorite underrated Austin Mexican spot š®āØ This is actual Mexican food with amazing flavors, great portions, and surprisingly good prices for the quality.
What to order:
ā¢ Crab queso (trust me)
ā¢ Chicken enchiladas
ā¢ Duck enchiladas
ā¢ Avocad...
El Alma
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Best gatekept breakfast in Austin š„ā One of those cozy, hidden spots that feels like a secret only locals know. The space is small and charming, making it the perfect spot for a relaxed morning.
What to order:
ā¢ Banana walnut French toast ā unreal...
Arturo's Underground Cafe
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My death row meal šāØ Casual, counter-order pizza spot thatās totally worth the line. Cozy, laid-back vibes make it a perfect spot for a casual date, hangout, or solo treat.
What to order:
ā¢ 1 glass of white wine
ā¢ Caesar salad to split
ā¢ 1 slice...
Allday Pizza: Hyde Park
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From two ex-Nobu chefs, this spot serves some of the best sushi youāll ever have š£āØ Incredible quality and so much fish for the priceāa real hidden gem in Austin.
What to know:
ā¢ No reservations ā only about 20 seats, so arrive early
ā¢ Casual, in...
YUKI Handroll Bar
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All time fav date night spot!!
My perfect order:
Texas Dreams hot tea ā unlimited
refills and surprisingly delicious šµ
ā¢ Tofu & spinach dumplings ā with that cashew cream glaze thatās so good (bf approved)
ā¢ Spider Roll ā crispy fried sof...
Lucky Robot Sushiš¤
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My fav sweet treat in Austin! (3 locations)
You pick your fruit base and they make it for you. My fav is the strawberry with hot fudge šš«
Zeds Real Fruit Ice Cream
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My favorite Austin activity for live jazz š·āØ One of those spots that feels like a real hidden gemāintimate, immersive, and unforgettable.
What you should know:
ā¢ Live jazz most nights (I think Tuesdays have something specialācheck the schedule!)
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Elephant Room
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ā¢ Stylish indoor lounge + comfy back patio ā perfect for night outs or chill early evenings š¹ ļæ¼
ā¢ Fun, rotating cocktail menu with great happy hour energy šø ļæ¼
ā¢ Also has food ā snacks to share and full bites if you want a full night out
Holiday
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One of Austinās most iconic dinner-and-cocktails spots ā perfect for a pre-night-out meal or drinks before going out š·āØ. Classic French-inspired brasserie vibes with a moody, intimate atmosphere that feels special and totally unique in East Austin. ...
Justine's
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Iconic Austin kareoke bar! š¤
Ego's Bar (@egosbaratx) Ā· Austin, TX
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Perf for a late night drink!
The Flower Shop Austin
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Cozy wine bar in my favorite neighborhood in Austin!
Rosie's Wine Bar
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Super casual and cozy late night drink spot! Thereās also a speak easy upstairsš„
Whislerās
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Itās iconic for a reason! Perfect for sunset drinks, it offers breathtaking views of Lake Travis that will make you fall in love with Austin.
The Oasis on Lake Travis