Guidebook for Austin
Arts & Culture
The Continental Gallery
1313 S Congress AveOne of my favorite places to see live local music
ACL Live
310 W Willie Nelson BlvdBest place to see concerts
Circuit of The Americas
9201 Circuit of the Americas BlvdFrom F1 to live concerts
Greetings from Austin Mural
1720 S 1st StSightseeing
Zilker Metropolitan Park
2207 Barton Springs RdPerfect for ACL
Barton Springs Municipal Pool
2201 William Barton DrTake a dip in Austin's natural spring
Statesman Bat Observation Center
305 S Congress AveCheck out 2.5M bats at dusk
Zilker botaniske hage
2220 Barton Springs RdLady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
4801 La Crosse AveYou MUST make a reservation- pack a lunch and swim in the natural pool
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Hamilton Pool Preserve
24300 Hamilton Pool RdYou MUST make a reservation- pack a lunch and swim in the natural pool
Day trip to Hill Country and enjoy the German settlement now fast growing with wineries and shopping
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Fredericksburg
Day trip to Hill Country and enjoy the German settlement now fast growing with wineries and shopping
This place is special to us as it’s where we got engaged!!
Hike around the rock but be sure to pack water and snacks. Also check availability as they will stop entrance depending on number of folks visiting
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Enchanted Rock Summit
This place is special to us as it’s where we got engaged!!
Hike around the rock but be sure to pack water and snacks. Also check availability as they will stop entrance depending on number of folks visiting
Food Scene
Southwestern and Louisiana fusion; great brunch- can be long lines on weekend. Make a reservation if possible
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South Congress Cafe
1600 S Congress AveSouthwestern and Louisiana fusion; great brunch- can be long lines on weekend. Make a reservation if possible
Chuy's
1728 Barton Springs RdDelicious TexMex
Personal Fav for Happy Hour or Brunch-- make reservation!
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Fried and True Food Truck
1308 E 6th StPersonal Fav for Happy Hour or Brunch-- make reservation!
Dolce Neve Gelato
1713 S 1st StLove their local farm and made in house gelato!
Our kiddos fav pizza - grab a slice or sit down for a whole pie
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Home Slice Pizza
1415 S Congress AveOur kiddos fav pizza - grab a slice or sit down for a whole pie
Breakfast tacos are a must while visiting— also grab some queso!
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Torchy's Tacos
2809 S 1st StBreakfast tacos are a must while visiting— also grab some queso!
Perfect to sit outdoors under the big oaks and watch the buzz of South Congress
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Perla's
1400 S Congress AvePerfect to sit outdoors under the big oaks and watch the buzz of South Congress
Epitome of dive bar for lots of beer on tap and a great wine selection— sit in or grab alcohol to go.
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Whip in
1950 S I-35 Frontage RdEpitome of dive bar for lots of beer on tap and a great wine selection— sit in or grab alcohol to go.
Famed Uchi is a must do for many- make a reservation or try to get there early for happy hour. Be prepared $$$$
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Uchi
801 S Lamar BlvdFamed Uchi is a must do for many- make a reservation or try to get there early for happy hour. Be prepared $$$$
Always an interesting menu - small and quaint spot. Reservations a must
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LENOIR
1807 S 1st StAlways an interesting menu - small and quaint spot. Reservations a must
Unique dining experience of small plates served dim sum style— menu constantly changes
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Emmer & Rye
51 Rainey StUnique dining experience of small plates served dim sum style— menu constantly changes
We are addicted to Wu Chow- the eggplant, soup dumplings and cumin lamb
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Wu Chow
500 W 5th StWe are addicted to Wu Chow- the eggplant, soup dumplings and cumin lamb
Bouldin Creek Cafe
1900 S 1st StLocal hotspot for vegan and vegetarian food
In great weather grab seat on porch and enjoy margaritas and delicious Mexican food. Reservation recommended
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El Alma
1025 Barton Springs RdIn great weather grab seat on porch and enjoy margaritas and delicious Mexican food. Reservation recommended
Love their Margarita's and Achiote & Citrus Chicken
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Fresa's South First Dine-In
1703 S 1st StLove their Margarita's and Achiote & Citrus Chicken
Güero's Taco Bar
1412 S Congress AveGood stop for margarita's
Odd Duck
1201 S Lamar BlvdQuirky menu
Wink has been here for ages and still in our Top 3 places to dine. Great wine menu as well! Make a reservation
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Wink
1014 N Lamar BlvdWink has been here for ages and still in our Top 3 places to dine. Great wine menu as well! Make a reservation
Brewery / Distillery
The Austin Craft scene is vibrant. Check out our favs or book a tour.
Don’t Drink and Drive!
Austin Beerworks
3001 Industrial TerraceThe Austin Beer Garden Brewing Co.
1305 W Oltorf StBlue Owl Brewing
2400 E Cesar Chavez StJester King
13187 Fitzhugh RdTreaty Oak Distilling
16604 Fitzhugh RdDripping Springs Distilling
5330 Bell Springs RdMust Do BBQ
There is exceptional BBQ in Austin and the surrounding Hill Country.
Franklin Barbecue
900 E 11th StBe prepared to wait for tasty BBQ
Lockhart Smokehouse BBQ
400 W Davis StLa Barbecue
2401 E Cesar Chavez StValentina's Tex Mex BBQ
308 Menchaca RdGet the Brisket Taco!
Salt Lick BBQ
18300 Farm to Market Rd 1826Great outing - pack a cooler and BYOB
Lamberts
401 W 2nd StThings To Do
Rowing Dock
2418 Stratford DrRent Kayaks, Canoes or Stand up pddleboards
Barton Creek Greenbelt
3755 South Capital of Texas HighwayHiking trail