Austin, United States of America

Austin

United States of America · Texas · 150 m

Description

Austin is the vibrant capital of the U.S. state of Texas and a dynamic center of music, culture, and innovation. Known as the “Live Music Capital of the World”, the city is famous for its countless clubs and honky-tonks, renowned festivals such as South by Southwest (SXSW) and Austin City Limits (ACL), and its legendary barbecue and food truck scene. Austin combines Texan traditions and a creative spirit with outdoor experiences at Lady Bird Lake and Barton Springs Pool, as well as easy access to the surrounding Texas Hill Country. With its open-minded atmosphere, thriving music scene, and distinctive character, Austin is considered one of the most exciting destinations in the southern United States.

Length of stay

Recommended length of stay: 2 to 4 days (optimal 3 days)

Travel season

Best time to visit: March – April or October – November

  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mar
  • Apr
  • May
  • Jun
  • Jul
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec

Highlights

  1. Congress Avenue Bridge Bats
  2. Texas State Capitol
  3. South Congress Avenue (SoCo)
  4. Sixth Street & Live Music
  5. Barton Springs Pool
  6. Lady Bird Lake & Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail
  7. Zilker Metropolitan Park
  8. Texas Hill Country(Day trip)
  9. Austin Barbecue
  10. Franklin Barbecue
  11. Lake Travis(Day trip)
  12. Rainey Street Historic District
  13. Mount Bonnell
  14. Barton Creek Greenbelt
  15. Red River Cultural District
  16. Fredericksburg(Day trip)
  17. ACL Live at the Moody Theater
  18. The Continental Club
  19. LBJ Presidential Library
  20. Bullock Texas State History Museum
  21. Enchanted Rock State Natural Area(Day trip)
  22. Blanton Museum of Art
  23. University of Texas at Austin & UT Tower
  24. Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
  25. Austin Murals & Street Art
  26. San Marcos River(Day trip)
  27. Greetings from Austin Mural
  28. I Love You So Much Mural
  29. Pennybacker Bridge (360 Bridge) Overlook
  30. Lady Bird Lake Kayaking & Paddleboarding
  31. Deep Eddy Pool
  32. McKinney Falls State Park
  33. Texas Hill Country Wineries(Day trip)
  34. The Driskill
  35. East Austin
  36. East Sixth Street
  37. West Sixth Street
  38. 2nd Street District
  39. South First Street
  40. Austin Food Trucks
  41. Texas Tex-Mex
  42. Wimberley(Day trip)
  43. Broken Spoke
  44. Antone's Nightclub
  45. Stubb's Bar-B-Q & Live Music
  46. Paramount Theatre
  47. Moody Amphitheater & Waterloo Park
  48. Mexic-Arte Museum
  49. Harry Ransom Center
  50. Texas Science & Natural History Museum
  51. The Contemporary Austin – Laguna Gloria
  52. UMLAUF Sculpture Garden + Museum
  53. Elisabet Ney Museum
  54. George Washington Carver Museum
  55. Texas Governor's Mansion
  56. Austin Central Library
  57. Pease Park
  58. Mayfield Park
  59. Mueller Lake Park
  60. Lake Austin
  61. Luckenbach Texas(Day trip)
  62. Lockhart Barbecue(Day trip)
  63. Hamilton Pool Preserve(Day trip)
  64. Pedernales Falls State Park(Day trip)
  65. Krause Springs(Day trip)
  66. Blue Hole Regional Park(Day trip)
  67. Dripping Springs(Day trip)
  68. Jacob's Well Natural Area(Day trip)

Getting there

Airports:
AUS
Train stations:
Austin, Downtown, Plaza Saltillo

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