Marc's Guidebook

Marc
Marc's Guidebook

Neighborhoods

food & drink, local shops, sightseeing
The South Congress District is a popular attraction to locals and tourists alike. There are many local options for food & drink and numerous locally owned businesses. In particular, there is a great range and selection of cowboy boot stores (Allen’s, Heritage Boot, Tecovas). A few of Austin’s famous murals are in this area. “Greetings From Austin” is located at South 1st and W Annie Street. “i love you so much” is located at Congress and W James Street. Just north of these businesses is the South Congress Bridge, best known for its colony of bats best seen around sunset in the summers.
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South Congress Avenue
South Congress Avenue
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The South Congress District is a popular attraction to locals and tourists alike. There are many local options for food & drink and numerous locally owned businesses. In particular, there is a great range and selection of cowboy boot stores (Allen’s, Heritage Boot, Tecovas). A few of Austin’s famous murals are in this area. “Greetings From Austin” is located at South 1st and W Annie Street. “i love you so much” is located at Congress and W James Street. Just north of these businesses is the South Congress Bridge, best known for its colony of bats best seen around sunset in the summers.

Sightseeing

This area is home to a scenic hike and bike trail as well as water activities such as stand-up paddleboarding and canoeing.
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Lady Bird Lake
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This area is home to a scenic hike and bike trail as well as water activities such as stand-up paddleboarding and canoeing.
Zilker Park is home to Barton Springs Pool, ACL Music Festival, and Blues on the Green.
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Parque Metropolitano Zilker
2207 Barton Springs Rd
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Zilker Park is home to Barton Springs Pool, ACL Music Festival, and Blues on the Green.
Go for the views! Requires managing an inclined hiking
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Mount Bonnell
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Go for the views! Requires managing an inclined hiking
Go for the views! Requires managing an inclined hike
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360 Bridge
4801 Plaza on the Lake
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Go for the views! Requires managing an inclined hike
Go and visit this interactive museum for a fun day with the kids.
Thinkery
1830 Simond Avenue
Go and visit this interactive museum for a fun day with the kids.

Food scene

The Whole Foods Market downtown is the flagship store for the brand. There’s a big selection and lots of great, fresh choices. Bring your paycheck.
Whole Foods Market
525 North Lamar Boulevard
The Whole Foods Market downtown is the flagship store for the brand. There’s a big selection and lots of great, fresh choices. Bring your paycheck.
My favorite local taco joint. Don’t miss the frontera fundido sirloin, shrimp taco, or queso. Their dona hot sauce is a must.
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Tacodeli
4200 N Lamar Blvd
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My favorite local taco joint. Don’t miss the frontera fundido sirloin, shrimp taco, or queso. Their dona hot sauce is a must.
My favorite chicken shop in town—consistent taste and texture. Their happy hour is a bargain!
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Tumble22
7211 Burnet Rd
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My favorite chicken shop in town—consistent taste and texture. Their happy hour is a bargain!
If you’re looking for a laid back and reasonably priced meal, head downtown to Better Half. Their cauliflower tots helped put them on the map.
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Better Half Coffee & Cocktails
406 Walsh St
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If you’re looking for a laid back and reasonably priced meal, head downtown to Better Half. Their cauliflower tots helped put them on the map.
I’ve always had a great food and dining experience here and it’s close to home. The price is high but the value is higher.
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Uchiko
4200 N Lamar Blvd
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I’ve always had a great food and dining experience here and it’s close to home. The price is high but the value is higher.
Home to one of my favorite local “burgers”—the ahi tuna burger. Great drinks like the skinny dip are $5 during happy hour.
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Hopdoddy Burger Bar
1400 S Congress Ave
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Home to one of my favorite local “burgers”—the ahi tuna burger. Great drinks like the skinny dip are $5 during happy hour.
One of the best local pizza shops. They have a great selection of beers, some of which are brewed in house.
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Pinthouse Pizza
4729 Burnet Rd
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One of the best local pizza shops. They have a great selection of beers, some of which are brewed in house.
This hidden gem is our go-to spot for date night. Their all-you-can-eat small plate experience is quality and works best with groups.
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Café Josie
1200 B W 6th St
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This hidden gem is our go-to spot for date night. Their all-you-can-eat small plate experience is quality and works best with groups.