Guidebook for Austin
Parks & Nature
https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/mckinney-falls
Adult = $6 CASH
Child (12 Years and Under) = Free
Floats + Tube Welcome!
Pet-Friendly - On Leash
376 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Estatal McKinney Falls
5808 McKinney Falls Pkwyhttps://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/mckinney-falls
Adult = $6 CASH
Child (12 Years and Under) = Free
Floats + Tube Welcome!
Pet-Friendly - On Leash
Great place to sit out on the lawn and have a picnic and take in the views of downtown. Great for people watching too. There are always people out their playing sports, playing with their dogs, or perhaps getting their yoga on.
1533 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Metropolitano Zilker
2207 Barton Springs RdGreat place to sit out on the lawn and have a picnic and take in the views of downtown. Great for people watching too. There are always people out their playing sports, playing with their dogs, or perhaps getting their yoga on.
About a mile hike to sculpture falls located along the Greenbelt. A lot of fun as long as the river is filled up!
82 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Sculpture Falls
Barton Creek Greenbelt TrailAbout a mile hike to sculpture falls located along the Greenbelt. A lot of fun as long as the river is filled up!
A quick hike up some stairs that lead you to stunning views of the Colorado river. Worth it.
1082 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Mount Bonnell
A quick hike up some stairs that lead you to stunning views of the Colorado river. Worth it.
There are a few separate lines to get into the pool. A cash line at the front, and a few machines that accept credit (there's a few around the back entrance that usually have less visitors). Non-resident fees = $8
2454 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Barton Springs Municipal Pool
2201 William Barton DrThere are a few separate lines to get into the pool. A cash line at the front, and a few machines that accept credit (there's a few around the back entrance that usually have less visitors). Non-resident fees = $8
Food Scene
Love this spot! Features specialty coffee, locally brewed beer, craft cocktails, food trucks + live music in a permaculture inspired garden setting.
205 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden
121 Pickle RdLove this spot! Features specialty coffee, locally brewed beer, craft cocktails, food trucks + live music in a permaculture inspired garden setting.
Favorite breakfast spot in Austin :) The homemade sausage is to die for! And the biscuits..yumm.
211 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Counter Cafe
1914 E 6th StFavorite breakfast spot in Austin :) The homemade sausage is to die for! And the biscuits..yumm.
Favorite breakfast spot in Austin :) The homemade sausage is to die for! And the biscuits..yumm.
211 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Counter Cafe
1914 E 6th StFavorite breakfast spot in Austin :) The homemade sausage is to die for! And the biscuits..yumm.
24 Diner
600 N Lamar BlvdNice variety of really good food.
NY approved bagels :) (On weekends you may want to call ahead and make sure they still have the bagels you want.)
88 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Rockstar Bagels
1900 Rosewood AveNY approved bagels :) (On weekends you may want to call ahead and make sure they still have the bagels you want.)
Delicious smoothies with a lot of add in variety! *Multiple locations
519 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
JuiceLand
1625 Barton Springs RdDelicious smoothies with a lot of add in variety! *Multiple locations
Great fast food alternative! Shakes are delicious and so is everything else. Only fresh and all natural food is served here. Veggie burgers are made in house! *Fresh squeezed OJ :)
302 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
P. Terry's Burger Stand
404 S Lamar BlvdGreat fast food alternative! Shakes are delicious and so is everything else. Only fresh and all natural food is served here. Veggie burgers are made in house! *Fresh squeezed OJ :)
Torchy's Tacos
2809 S 1st StQUESO
Newly opened and it was worth the wait! Everything is amazing but the suadero tacos... you'll want to order a few of those! Shareable plates is their moto. *Lucky hour, every night, 5-6PM *Make reservations
151 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Fried and True Food Truck
1308 E 6th StNewly opened and it was worth the wait! Everything is amazing but the suadero tacos... you'll want to order a few of those! Shareable plates is their moto. *Lucky hour, every night, 5-6PM *Make reservations
One of the best restaurants in Austin! *Happy hour, everyday, 4:30-6:30 PM! *Make reservations
381 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Salty Sow
1917 Manor RdOne of the best restaurants in Austin! *Happy hour, everyday, 4:30-6:30 PM! *Make reservations
Always has very tasty and quality food!
136 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
888 Pan Asian Restaurant
2400 E Oltorf StAlways has very tasty and quality food!
Customize your own kebabs! They are really very good.
64 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Kebabalicious
1311 E 7th StCustomize your own kebabs! They are really very good.
Delicious BBQ :) Get there on the earlier side when it comes to eating lunch, and dinner. It can become very crowded, and it is possible that they may run out of certain meats you would like to taste.
372 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Terry Black's Barbecue
1003 Barton Springs RdDelicious BBQ :) Get there on the earlier side when it comes to eating lunch, and dinner. It can become very crowded, and it is possible that they may run out of certain meats you would like to taste.
Pho Please
1920 E Riverside DrGreat on cold and rainy Austin days/nights.
Cool Space, yummy yummy food, and friendly staff! Great new spot in South Austin!!
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Hideaway Kitchen and Bar
4323 North Interstate 35 Frontage RoadCool Space, yummy yummy food, and friendly staff! Great new spot in South Austin!!
Mongers
4119 Guadalupe StreetGood Happy Hour! Yummy fresh food!
Via 313 Pizza
10106 W 6th StDelicious
Great breakfast, brunch! Except to wait around 20-30 minutes depending on your party size (they do not take reservations). Enjoy a mimosa with fresh squeezed juices while you wait :)
214 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Snooze an AM Eatery
1700 S Lamar BlvdGreat breakfast, brunch! Except to wait around 20-30 minutes depending on your party size (they do not take reservations). Enjoy a mimosa with fresh squeezed juices while you wait :)
Their syrup flavors are creative and delicious AND their custard is AMAZING!
Note: they do have and OFF season
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Casey's New Orleans Snowballs
808 E 51st StTheir syrup flavors are creative and delicious AND their custard is AMAZING!
Note: they do have and OFF season
Authentic New York style deli sandwiches, and pizza. Rare find in Austin!
133 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Little Deli & Pizzeria
7101 Woodrow AveAuthentic New York style deli sandwiches, and pizza. Rare find in Austin!
Great sushi at an affordable price :) Their apps and other hot food is great too! Late night happy hour is also available :)
16 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Umi Sushi Bar & Grill
5510 I-35Great sushi at an affordable price :) Their apps and other hot food is great too! Late night happy hour is also available :)
Inexpensive Pho, vermicelli bowls and other familiar Vietnamese entrees available.
Het Say Vietnamese Kitchen
2121 E Oltorf StInexpensive Pho, vermicelli bowls and other familiar Vietnamese entrees available.
Arts & Culture
El Museo de Arte Blanton
200 East Martin Luther King Junior BoulevardThe Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria
3809 W 35th StMexic-Arte Museum
419 Congress AvenueUmlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum
605 Azie Morton RdThe Long Center for the Performing Arts
701 W Riverside DrYard Dog
916 Springdale RoadArt For The People Gallery
2801 S 1st StAo5 Gallery
10000 S Lamar BlvdMuseo de Historia del Estado de Texas Bullock
1800 Congress AveShopping
Great selection of products made in Austin, and or around TX!
72 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parts & Labour
1704 S Congress AveGreat selection of products made in Austin, and or around TX!
Enjoy a walk down South Congress and all it has to offer. Great restaurants, shopping, and Austin vibes. This is where you can find the famous " I love you so much" mural!
447 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
South Congress Avenue
South Congress AvenueEnjoy a walk down South Congress and all it has to offer. Great restaurants, shopping, and Austin vibes. This is where you can find the famous " I love you so much" mural!
Large, locally owned bookstore with regular readings plus coffee bar & quirky gift items for sale!
146 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
BookPeople
603 N Lamar BlvdLarge, locally owned bookstore with regular readings plus coffee bar & quirky gift items for sale!
One-stop shop for Austin eccentricities from Texas-themed gifts, antiques & crafts to foodstuffs. Typically spend at least 30 minutes here looking around for a one of a kind, unique gift.
15 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Austin Gift Company
4211 S Lamar BlvdOne-stop shop for Austin eccentricities from Texas-themed gifts, antiques & crafts to foodstuffs. Typically spend at least 30 minutes here looking around for a one of a kind, unique gift.
Funky retailer offering an array of gifts & Austin souvenirs.
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Prima Dora
1912 S Congress AveFunky retailer offering an array of gifts & Austin souvenirs.
Essentials
H-E-B
5808 Burnet RdCircle K
3112 E Cesar Chavez StGas Station with convenience store located right up the street.
United States Postal Service
7310 Menchaca RdUSPS
Coffee//Drinks & Nightlife
A hidden speakeasy in the middle of dirty sixth! It's a lot of fun and they have great drinks! *Must make reservations online
107 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Midnight Cowboy Modeling
313 E 6th StA hidden speakeasy in the middle of dirty sixth! It's a lot of fun and they have great drinks! *Must make reservations online
Great decor, drinks and vibes on East 6th. Check events calendar for events, and live music. They also have a mezcal bar open on Friday's and Saturday's!
561 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Whisler's
1816 E 6th StGreat decor, drinks and vibes on East 6th. Check events calendar for events, and live music. They also have a mezcal bar open on Friday's and Saturday's!
Great Brewery and right around the corner! Soursop food truck is also located on sight! It's sooo good. And... they have board games! *Grassy Thursday's & Trivia Tuesday's
95 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
St Elmo Brewing Company
440 E St Elmo RdGreat Brewery and right around the corner! Soursop food truck is also located on sight! It's sooo good. And... they have board games! *Grassy Thursday's & Trivia Tuesday's
Also right around the corner! Owners are very nice and this brewery has some fun energy and great seasonal releases.
27 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Independence Brewing Co
3913 Todd LnAlso right around the corner! Owners are very nice and this brewery has some fun energy and great seasonal releases.
Zilker Brewing Company
1701 E 6th StMake a quick stop here on the way in, or out of town!
56 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Live Oak Brewing Company
1615 Crozier LnMake a quick stop here on the way in, or out of town!
Awesome vibes, fire pits, and live music! Has a Food Truck on site that is great too!
215 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Moontower Saloon
10212 Menchaca RdAwesome vibes, fire pits, and live music! Has a Food Truck on site that is great too!
Great Coffee, Beer and Vibes! They also have a food truck on site (Veracruz All Natural Food Truck-Mexican) ! Work-friendly spot too. Take a look at their calendar online showing dates and times for live music, events and trivia nights :)
http://radiocoffeeandbeer.com/
435 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Radio Coffee & Beer
4204 Menchaca RdGreat Coffee, Beer and Vibes! They also have a food truck on site (Veracruz All Natural Food Truck-Mexican) ! Work-friendly spot too. Take a look at their calendar online showing dates and times for live music, events and trivia nights :)
http://radiocoffeeandbeer.com/
Known for their moon milk! "It’s delicious! We can make it using any kind of milk you want, including soy, almond, or rice, and add it to your coffee for a sweeter treat." "Moon milk is perfect served in a hot Summermoon Latte, or cold in a Wintermoon Latte. Order Half Moon for a less sweet variation." Work friendly spot!
176 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Summer Moon Coffee
3115 S 1st StKnown for their moon milk! "It’s delicious! We can make it using any kind of milk you want, including soy, almond, or rice, and add it to your coffee for a sweeter treat." "Moon milk is perfect served in a hot Summermoon Latte, or cold in a Wintermoon Latte. Order Half Moon for a less sweet variation." Work friendly spot!
Café Crème
1834 E Oltorf StAmazing coffee and right around the corner!!
Delicious beers, great space and food truck!
15 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Skull Mechanix Brewing
1005 E St Elmo RdDelicious beers, great space and food truck!
Live music downstairs and dj upstairs with views of 6th street.
42 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Maggie Mae's
323 E 6th StLive music downstairs and dj upstairs with views of 6th street.
Whiskey distillery with tasting room, music, foo truck and daily tours!
34 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Still Austin Whiskey Co
440 E St Elmo RdWhiskey distillery with tasting room, music, foo truck and daily tours!
Roast house with artsy vibe serving craft coffee, wine, draft beer and food :)
36 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Spokesman - St. Elmo
440 E St Elmo RdRoast house with artsy vibe serving craft coffee, wine, draft beer and food :)
Walk in for a light bite, glass of wine, flight, tasting, or a bottle to go!
37 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Austin Winery
440 E St Elmo RdWalk in for a light bite, glass of wine, flight, tasting, or a bottle to go!
Not your average brewery. The beers have very specific flavor profiles. Very cool vibes inside and out. The food is great too!
227 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Lazarus Brewing Co.
1902 E 6th StNot your average brewery. The beers have very specific flavor profiles. Very cool vibes inside and out. The food is great too!
Entertainment & Activities
Peter Pan Mini Golf
1207 Barton Springs RdIt's BYOB!
Kayak or paddle board on Lady Bird Lake and take in sights of downtown Austin. You can also sneak a look of the legendary Barton Springs Pool. *Take a look at Groupon for available discounts.
171 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Texas Rowing Center
1541 W Cesar Chavez StKayak or paddle board on Lady Bird Lake and take in sights of downtown Austin. You can also sneak a look of the legendary Barton Springs Pool. *Take a look at Groupon for available discounts.
On a hot TX day, this is the place to be. Get there early though, many people venture this way in the heat. The pool itself measures three acres in size, and is fed from underground springs with an average temperature of 68-70 degrees. *Bring floats and towels!/No food allowed
2454 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Barton Springs Municipal Pool
2201 William Barton DrOn a hot TX day, this is the place to be. Get there early though, many people venture this way in the heat. The pool itself measures three acres in size, and is fed from underground springs with an average temperature of 68-70 degrees. *Bring floats and towels!/No food allowed
Super fun and it's byob and byof!! Make reservations ahead of time and fill out your release forms online for a faster entry.
27 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Urban Axes Austin
812 Airport BlvdSuper fun and it's byob and byof!! Make reservations ahead of time and fill out your release forms online for a faster entry.