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Jenna Livingston

Jenna is the Senior Digital & Content Marketing Manager for Visit Austin. As a native Texan, she will be sure to tell you that Austin is one of the greatest spots in the state — a perfect blend of small town heart and big city energy. Jenna spends her free time sampling breakfast tacos around town, exploring the Hill Country, and hanging on patio bars with her pups Brisket and Daisy.

Where to Get Breakfast All Day in Austin

Breakfast food in Austin doesn't care what time it is — and neither do the best spots serving it. Whether you rolled in from a late night on Red River, slept through your alarm, or just really need migas at 8 p.m., Austin has you covered. Here's a fully updated guide to the restaurants serving…

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A First Timer's Guide to Austin

Where do you start when there are so many things to do, eat, and see in Austin? Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or a full week of exploration, we've pulled together the essential experiences — landmarks, food, live music, outdoor adventures, and more — so you can spend less time planning…

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Shop Austin Vintage & Flea Markets

Austin is known for its live music, its food scene, and its fiercely independent spirit; and nowhere does that independence show up more than its flea and makers markets. Whether you're hunting for vintage cowboy boots, handmade jewelry, or a one-of-a-kind piece of local art to take home, Austin's…

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Top 5 Places to Get Matcha in Austin

While Austin is traditionally a coffee and breakfast taco town, the city’s beverage scene has seen a massive shift toward high-quality tea. Whether you’re looking for a clean caffeine boost or just a visually stunning accessory for your walk down South Congress, the matcha standard here has…

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Exploring Austin's Caves and Caverns

Your Underground Adventure Guide Austin is famous for its live music, legendary barbecue, and sun-drenched swimming holes, but the real hidden gems here are literally underground. Beneath the rolling limestone hills of the Texas Hill Country lies a network of caves and caverns that rival anything…

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Top Things to Do in Austin During SXSW

Even if your schedule is packed with SXSW activations, keynots and showcases, it’s important to take time to experience the city beyond the badge. Whether you're here for Innovation, Film & TV or Music, Austin's local gems are what make the festival unique. We've curated our favorite ways to…

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Guide to Crawfish in Austin

If you find yourself in Austin from spring through early summer, you’ve just arrived in time for crawfish Austin season. From mid-city beer gardens to South Austin hangouts, weekend boils are a staple of local culture. While the exact dates are up to Mother Nature, the general window for crawfish…

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Check Out the Austin Visitor Center

Austin has a new front door, and we can't wait to welcome you inside! Whether you're visiting for the first time or a longtime Austinite looking to experience the city in a new way, the recently opened Austin Visitor Center is designed to be your ultimate resource for exploring the Live Music…

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Top Things to See & Do on South Lamar

When visiting South Lamar Boulevard, you'll find tons of places to eat, patios to enjoy year-round, and a laid-back nightlife scene that locals and visitors love. Make time to visit the neighborhood during your next visit for good eats, live music and a mix of unique attractions that are truly…

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Austin Birthday Discounts & Freebies

To celebrate a birthday in Austin is to participate in a city-wide scavenger hunt where the prizes range from free queso, a cold pint or a designer jewelry piece. While getting older is mandatory, paying for your own birthday treats in Austin is optional. Torchy's Tacos. Photo Credit Aimee Wenske…

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