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Things to do in Austin
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Mogwai Turner
Cool and fun places to go in Austin, TX
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An Austin tradition and way to see more art around town
East Austin Studio Tour
If you are looking for weird, this is the pinnacle of it in Austin. A must visit.
Cathedral of Junk
My favorite place for ice cream. Especially the ube.
OMG Squee
Austin's community brass band. Can be seen around town playing various events, or come watch practice on Tuesdays at Shipe Park 7-9pm.
Blowcomotion
My favorite place to get my nails done.
Cute Nail Studio - Austin
Great space for beers, kolaches, and events. Really nice patio seating.
Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches
Three locations in town. Great for coffee, drinks, and events.
Radio Coffee & Beer
A newer place on the east side for drinks.
Stargazer Cocktails & Coffee
Old school Austin space for drinks and music in it's new location.
The Lost Well
This actually makes a great little date spot. Go get pints of ice cream nearby and take it up with you to enjoy with the view.
Hiking Mount Bonnell in Austin, Texas | Beginner's Guide
My favorite thing is to get candy cigarettes from an old cigarette machine.
Big Top Candy Shop
Great summer activity to escape the heat for a bit.
Inner Space Cavern
The bats are of course a must see in Austin.
Congress Ave. Bridge Bats - Austin Bats Watching Guide | Merlin Tuttle
Minor Mishap is an Austin brass band that often leads parades around town.
Minor Mishap Marching Band
A free street brass band festival. Been going since 2011.
Honk!TX | festival
A 24 hour coffee shop. This is a popular spot for students to meet and study.
Bennu Coffee
What's not to love? Coffee and fun baristas.
Dutch Bros Austin | Your Local Coffee Drive-Thru
Pretty much my favorite burger in town. Also love getting the nutella shake.
Hopdoddy Burger Bar
I'm a bit of a snowcone snob and this is one of my favorites
Jim Jim's Water Ice
Absolutely the best ramen
Ramen Tatsu-ya
This is of course an Austin staple.
About Barton Springs Pool