Austin Insider Blog

This blog, written and curated by Visit Austin staff, shares the things that visitors love and locals can't get enough of.

Top Happy Hours in Downtown Austin

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. DuMont's Down Low. Credit Mario Andrade Photography. Dumont's Down Low 214 W. Fourth St., Suite B Dumont's basement setting is…

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Best Seat in the House: The Roosevelt Room

Welcome to the Best Seat in the House, a digital series from Visit Austin, bringing together some of the best personalities in Austin's service industry sharing some ways to experience a taste of Austin from home. In this episode, bartender Ashlea Latham of The Roosevelt Room shares her simple “at…

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Best Seat in the House: Chef Tavel Bristol-Joseph

Welcome to the Best Seat in the House, a digital series from Visit Austin, bringing together some of the best personalities in Austin's service industry sharing some ways to experience a taste of Austin from home. In this episode, Chef Tavel Bristol-Joseph of Emmer & Rye, Hestia and Kalimotxo shares…

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Go Al Fresco: 8 Outdoor Music Musts

As the days cool down, Austin's patio scene heats up. Don't miss these 8 alfresco music venues during your visit to the Live Music Capital of the World®. From relaxed pet-friendly patio bars and restaurants to venues with outdoor stages and more. Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater Aside from the…

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