Explore Austin's Neighborhoods Austin doesn't have one scene — it has dozens. The same city known for its legendary live music is also home to shaded streets full of independent bookshops, record stores, and coffee spots worth a whole morning. Whether you want to bar-hop until 2 a.m., browse vintage…
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Austin has 180 sites on the National Register of Historic Places — here's how to explore them. Austin gets most of its press for live music and barbecue, but the city has been accumulating stories since 1839, when it was carved out of the Texas hill country to serve as the capital of a brand-new…
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Not sure where to hang your hat (and leash) when you travel to Austin with pets? Don't sweat it, Austin is more than dog- friendly . In fact, you could say we're dog- obsessed . You'll find plenty of welcoming hotels to choose from, including some of the city's best boutique and high-end accommodations…
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Sixth Street is a National Register historic district in Austin, with six blocks of turn-of-the-century Victorian commercial buildings. Long before it became the Live Music Capital of the World®, the area (formerly known as Pecan Street) served as Austin's primary cultural hub. It was a melting pot…
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Some of Austin’s oldest hotels give a peek into the city’s fascinating history. Stay at a luxe Waller Creek estate, a Greek Revival-style boutique hotel or a South Congress motor court turned modernist oasis that all have intriguing stories to tell. Austin Motel. Credit Inti St. Clair. Austin Motel…
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Each year, Mexic-Arte Museum celebrates the tradition of Día de los Muertos in Austin. During Viva la Vida Festival & Parade on October 24, 2026, the city's largest and longest-running Día de los Muertos event, visitors will experience a street festival and a parade down the iconic Congress Avenue…
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Downtown Austin is a food lover’s playground. From sizzling steakhouses and stylish sushi bars to crave-worthy tacos and modern bistros, you’ll find something delicious on every corner. Whether you’re visiting or a local planning your next meal, this guide showcases the best restaurants in downtown…
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Staying in downtown Austin? Attending a conference at the Austin Convention Center? Here are some of our favorite places for Happy Hour that are within walking distance. ATX Cocina 110 San Antonio St. ATX Cocina combines elevated Mexican fare with modern and elegant dining space. Grab a drink and…
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Nothing says Austin like an icy margarita enjoyed on an outdoor patio. The city offers countless great places that mix amazing margaritas. But how do you pick just one (or two, or three!)? To help you navigate, we’ve compiled a list of the top 25 margaritas in Austin. Now get to sipping! Jump to Map…
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A city is only as cool as its artists. Austin has no shortage of creatives working to either preserve or transform different aspects of the city’s vibrant culture. Whether you want to soak in some culture or find a stunning piece for your home, there is an art gallery in town to suit your tastes…
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