As a Texas native and Austin local there is so much to see in this city. From music festivals, to eating Texas bbq, and shopping for the latest collection of boots this guide has you covered. Come along as I give you the top 5% of what Austin is all ...
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To Do + Activities
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Austin Outfits
Travel Guides
This is a list of my curated guide list to travel Austin like a local.
A guide on why people even come to ATX
Traveler's Guide to Exploring Austin: A Vibrant City of Music, Food, and Culture
A rundown of Austin's best eateries featuring local cuisine and slow cooked smoked ribs
Austin's Culinary Delights: A Comprehensive Food Guide
If you have only 2 days aka a short weekend to explore Austin, try out this guide
48 Hours in Austin: Unforgettable Experiences and Must-See Attractions
The ultimate guide you don't want to miss this one for the 4-1-1
The Local Guide to Austin, TX
Plan your own Austin trip and your own experience with this customizable travel planner
Customizable Travel Planner
Some Texas travel insp for road trip lovers
Pinterest: Austin Travel Inspo
To Do + Activities
Austin is a city that caters to many young people. There is tons of free activities and paid events just about anywhere in the city.
Your very own Mercedes-Benz Austin tour guide
Austin and Hill Country Sightseeing Tour
A more affordable option than booking a private Lake Austin boat rental, while still providing a captain to help with the navigating and details of the day
Austin Boat Tour with Full Sun Shade Available
Enjoy this live music tour in Austin. When you visit the live music capital of the world you can't miss out on anything like this.
Austin Live Music Crawl
People come from all over the world to see the bats under the Austin bridge.
South Congress Bat Bridge Austin Tour
Take your dog and visit Austin's most famous parks
Zilker Metropolitan Park
For a $5 entry fee you can visit the coolest attraction in Austin and cool off during the summer and year round heat
Barton Springs
Must visit this at night when the fairy lights come out. The city of Austin reinvested into this park and wow does it show. Grab your people and have a nice picnic outside.
Pease District Park
Restaurants + Eats
Austin's food scene is a dynamic and eclectic mix of flavors and cuisines, making it a culinary hotspot in Texas. From food trucks to fine dining, here are some key highlights:
Uchi offers non‑traditional Japanese cuisine with signature tastings, sushi, and a seasonal omakase.
Uchi Japanese Restaurant - Austin, TX 78704
This spot offers authentic and flavorful ramen dishes. There is one on South Congress that is the og ramen spot.
Ramen Tatsu-ya
If you're craving breakfast tacos, Veracruz All Natural is a must-visit. They serve fresh and delicious tacos with a variety of fillings, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. There are also vegan & vegetarian options If that is important for ...
Veracruz All Natural
The favorite Fusion spot in South Lamar.
Loro - South Lamar
Best BBQ in Austin, don't be alarmed if you see an hour line out the door.
Terry Black's BBQ
Best Asian fusion restaurant! Must book reservations a week in advance this place is always packed.
1618 Asian Fusion
Increible food! Like seriously you can't go wrong here
The Meteor
Coffee
We are a bit of coffee snubs here in Austin
Coffee, lattes, and a quick snack! This place is gorgeous for a reason. Find a view of the lake and enjoy live music on Sundays.
Mozart's Coffee Roasters
A nice food selection with the Texas feel of hospitality.
The Hive Coffee Shop
They just opened up a second location because it was so popular.
Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden
Coffee is consistenyl great here
Merit Coffee - Austin
Right in the heart of South Congress, make sure to take a pic of the famous wall art ' I love coffee"
Jo's Coffee
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A hot spot for digital nomads and weekenders who want to take it slow
Radio Coffee & Beer
Austin Outfits
When you visit Texas, you'll definitely want to embrace the cowboy boots, don the hats, and immerse yourself in everything that makes you say ‘Yeehaw!’
Spice up your cowgirl outfit with this Beyonce inspired cowboy hat.
Disco Cowboy Hat
Rock The Lone Star State fit with this cozy sweatshirt
Lone Star State, Texas Shirt
Sparkly Cowboy Boots Rhinestone, I would wear this is I was going to a Beyonce concert
Sparkly Cowboy Boots Rhinestone
Western Cowboy Cowgirl Square
Western Cowboy Cowgirl Square Toe Genuine Leather Honey Flowers Embroidered BOOTS Boho
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Boho Cowgirl Boots, these are great for a faded pair of jeans.
Womens Cowgirl Boots | Cowboy Boots| Western Cowboy | Boho
Based in South Congress this is the place to shop for your first pair of boots.
