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View Full Post Top Things To See & Do in East Austin

Published: 7/25/2018

East Austin has evolved into a hot destination for great food, luscious lounges and marvelous educational museums. Find out what to do, see, eat and drink in the neighborhood: Courtesy of Hipside Peddler. Your Big Adventure Rent a Rocket Electrics bike or join a Hipside Peddler party to wheel and deal through our bike-friendly city. On your tour d’ town, stop by Fast Folks Cyclery or Flat Track for a coffee. la Barbecue BYOB from Quickie Pickie , new home of the famed la Barbecue, before hopping in line to enjoy a cut of world class brisket, smoked with... read more

Tags: Neighborhoods East Austin Nightlife Eat & Drink Outdoors BBQ Live Music Museums Multicultural

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View Full Post AO Tours Austin

Published: 7/23/2018

If you're searching for a tour during your visit to Austin, look no further than AO Tours Austin . Only AO Tours Austin features 30 miles and 50+ points of interest, all in 90 minutes, covering downtown Austin, a glimpse into the scenic Texas Hill Country and soulful East Austin. Riders get premium views from a Mercedes high-top van with comfortable seats and climate controlled for rain, shine and 105˚ - all while your local guide highlights the must-see areas and a few hidden gems along the way. Looking for local discounts in Austin? As part... read more

Tags: Tours Hill Country Downtown Austin Visitor Center

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View Full Post Where to Shop Vintage Around Town in Austin

Published: 6/22/2018

A well-kept secret is that Austin is one of the nation's meccas for vintage enthusiasts. From clothing and accessories to home good and furniture, Austin is home to at least 29 vintage shops catered for lovers of the past. Looking for a little nostalgia? These areas of Austin are home to many of our most beloved shops: South Austin Left to Right: Uncommon Objects, Bloomers and Frocks and Passport Vintage. While the vintage shops in South Austin are a bit spread out, it is worth the exploration and walk or short drive between them. South Congress has long been the stop for... read more

Tags: Neighborhoods Shopping South Austin Central North Loop East Austin

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View Full Post Austin's Black Heritage: Visiting Six Square

Published: 6/18/2018

Six Square has emerged as Austin’s African-American Cultural District , the first of its kind in Texas, and Nefertitti Jackmon is the face of this trailblazing effort. As executive director, she works to foster community partnerships, to spotlight cultural contributions, and to create a space that’s as much a nod to the past as it is a building block for the future. Nefertitti Jackmon at historic Downs Mabson Field. Credit Annie Ray. “We’re building on the strong foundation that Six Square has already established in the East Austin community,” Nefertitti... read more

Tags: Neighborhoods Arts & Culture East Austin Historical Live Music True Austin Museums

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View Full Post Around Town: South Congress

Published: 6/14/2018

On a sunny day, there’s no place like SoCo. Fabulous restaurants, funky vintage shops, chic boutiques, cool bars and live music. Always, live music. If you're wondering where to go and what to do on South Congress Avenue in Austin, Texas, read our guide to the neighborhood and get to exploring. Home Slice Pizza. Credit Jane Ko. Home Slice Pizza Enormous thin-crust pies with creative toppings and a wait. Skip the line and head next door for slices-to-go. The Continental Club & The Continental Gallery Head upstairs to the Gallery for avantgarde jazz or try downstairs for a... read more

Tags: Neighborhoods Shopping Eat & Drink South Austin South Congress Live Music

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View Full Post Where to Day Drink in Austin

Published: 5/21/2018

When you're on vacation you don't want to have to wait until the evening hours for a great beverage. Explore the map below to check out our list of some of the best happy hour spots in Austin that start early in the day - sorted by the area of town and what time each happy hour starts. We've called out some of our downtown favorites below! Here are a few of our favorite downtown walk-able spots to day drink: 2:00 p.m. Swift’s Attic 315 Congress Ave. Start your crawl with one of Swift’s Attic’s Ice Ball cocktails and some charred edamame, which is... read more

Tags: Eat & Drink Neighborhoods Market District Downtown

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View Full Post Around Town: West Austin

Published: 4/16/2018

Take a break and make it a lake day in West Austin. Gorgeous views, elegant resorts, waterfront dining and drinking, and sunset gazing all make for a tranquil day. Courtesy of Lakeway Resort & Spa. Ravishing Resorts Enjoy luxury spa treatments, lovely accommodations and a variety of family-friendly activities at Lake Austin Spa Resort, Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa (renovated property is expected to be complete by mid 2019), Horseshoe Bay Resort , Hyatt Regency Lost Pines near Bastrop, Lakeway Resort and Spa and the new Miraval Austin (opening Fall 2018). Saffron Find Indian and... read more

Tags: Neighborhoods West Austin Outdoors Eat & Drink Hill Country Spas Parks Patios

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View Full Post 30 Must-See Historic Sites in Austin

Published: 4/9/2018

Listen up, history lovers! We’ve counted down 30 iconic Austin sites you can’t miss while visiting the capital city. Delve into the backstory of our fascinating town, where you can explore everything from art and history museums to lush parks, still kickin’ honky-tonks and restaurants that have proudly served up meals to generations of locals. Barton Springs Pool. 1. Early Austin businessman and philanthropist Andrew Jackson Zilker gifted the citizens of Austin with Zilker Park , a 360-acre oasis in the heart of downtown that’s the site of festivals and free music at... read more

Tags: Historical Downtown East Austin University of Texas Zilker Park Live Music Central West Austin Museums

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View Full Post Around Town: Sixth Street

Published: 3/19/2018

Walk up and down the most famous street in Austin, Texas and you’ll understand why it’s called the Live Music Capital of the World®. Find hotels, restaurants, rooftop bars, live music venues and more on historic Sixth Street . Courtesy of Maggie Mae's. The Rooftop Life When the weather is nice, it’s time to find yourself a rooftop overlooking the city. Here’s where downtown shines. Maggie Mae’s , Handlebar , Blind Pig Pub and Speakeasy allow you to rise above the melee. Courtesy of the Driskill Hotel. Driskill Hotel and the 1886 Cafe... read more

Tags: Neighborhoods Nightlife Eat & Drink Downtown Sixth Street Live Music Patios

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View Full Post Around Town: South Austin

Published: 2/14/2018

Take some time to explore South Austin - a place where hippie meets fancy, original meets contemporary and artsy meets outdoorsy. Courtesy of the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Marvel at and learn about the beauty and diversity of Austin’s native plants and wildflowers. Peter Pan Mini Golf Pick up a putter and go a few rounds at this quirky BYOB putt-putt course. Greetings from Austin mural at Roadhouse Relics. Courtesy of Jane Ko. Roadhouse Relics and Greetings Mural This vintage-style neon gallery and home of the “Greetings from... read more

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