10 BEST Things To Do In Austin | Austin Travel Guide
Discover the vibrant spirit of Austin, Texas, with this guide to its best attractions, from iconic live music venues and delicious BBQ to stunning natural beauty and rich history. Explore bustling streets, tranquil lakes, and cultural landmarks for an unforgettable Lone Star State adventure.
6th Street
A street in Austin known for its intimate live music venues.
Rainey Street
An entertainment district in Austin offering options for bar hopping and socializing.
Congress Avenue Bridge
A bridge where 1.5 million bats emerge nightly from March to October, creating a natural spectacle.
Barton Springs Pool
A natural spring-fed swimming pool maintaining a constant 68-70 degrees year-round.
Zilker Park
A park offering hiking trails, picnic areas, and the Austin City Limits Music Festival grounds.
Austin City Limits Music Festival grounds
The grounds where the Austin City Limits Music Festival is held.
Texas State Capitol
A historic landmark with pink granite architecture, offering free tours and a gift shop.
LBJ Presidential Library
A library providing insights into American history.
Bullock Texas State History Museum
A museum presenting comprehensive exhibits about Texas history.
South Congress Avenue
An iconic street featuring eclectic shops, restaurants, and street art, embodying the city's creative spirit.
Terry Black's
A world-renowned barbecue joint.
Franklin BBQ
A world-renowned barbecue joint.
Lady Bird Lake
A lake where visitors can kayak, paddleboard, or stroll along the scenic trails.
Oasis on Lake Travis
Known as the "Sunset Capital of Texas," offering breathtaking views and memorable dining experiences.
Thinkery
A children's museum.
Peter Pan Mini Golf
A mini golf course.
Austin Zoo
A zoo that rescues and rehabilitates animals.
University of Texas
Home to the University of Texas flagship campus.
Circuit of the Americas Raceway
A Formula 1 raceway that has hosted the United States Grand Prix.
Lake Austin
A lake with lush scenic lakeside, popular for aquatic tours.
Zilker Botanical Gardens
Themed gardens such as rose herb and Japanese gardens are interconnected with streams waterfalls and koi filled ponds.
Hartman Prehistoric Garden
A garden that recreates a local dinosaur habitat.
Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center
A center built with a specific mission to inspire people to develop a lifelong practice of protecting nature, with a creek bed, cave, waterfall, and collection of cypress trees and ferns.
Bulock Museum
You'll find over four centuries of Texan history With an abundance of artifacts on display in the exhibits including an impressively renovated shipwreck uncovering the past has never been so easy
Anne W Richard's Congress Avenue Bridge
From March to October 1.5 million bats emerge nightly from the narrow crevices in the underside
Austin Nature and Science Center
The Austin Nature and Science Center's mission is to provide hands-on educational exhibits
Texas Hill Country
Austin Zoo draws visitors from around the world to learn about rescued animals and spend quality time outdoors in the Texas Hill Country
Cedar Park
The Austin Steam Train depot is located in Cedar Park and operates on the weekends throughout the year