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View Full Post Day Trip Destination: Round Rock

Published: 2/12/2019

Just 20 minutes north of Austin, Round Rock is known for historic sites, a walk-able downtown, great shopping, and professional and amateur sports offerings. Get to know this destination and plan your day trip from Austin with our guide to the top things to do, see and eat in Round Rock. Downtown & Dining Round Rock’s walk-able downtown is full of restaurants, shops, bars and more. Many of the businesses are located along Main Street and there is a free parking garage just steps away. During the summer months, the center of Main Street Plaza becomes a splash pad, so it's a... read more

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View Full Post The Complete Austin Spring Bucket List

Published: 2/4/2019

Spring is almost here! And with it comes loads of outdoor fun in Austin. From picnics in the park to scenic swimming holes and awesome events, you’ll find that our town knows how to make the most of this sunshine season. Here are 12 spring musts to put on your Austin bucket list. Windmill and Bluebonnets in the Morning. Credit Rob Greebon. 1. Witness Wildflowers in Bloom. The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center in southwest Austin displays 650 native Texas plant species in gardens and on nature trails. Or take a day trip out to Texas Hill Country, where the meadows and... read more

Tags: Spring Outdoors Shopping Events Arts & Culture Eat & Drink Zilker Park Market District Parks Festivals Museums Hill Country

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View Full Post Your Perfect 3-Day Austin Itinerary

Published: 1/29/2019

Austin is the ideal place to enjoy a long weekend. But don’t expect to just kick back and relax. There’s way too much to see and do, from shopping on funky South Congress Avenue to stand-up paddleboarding on Lady Bird Lake and seeing live music in one of the many clubs around town. Get ready for three jam-packed days of fun! Sunset Bat Cruises on Lady Bird Lake, credit Geoff Duncan. DAY 1 Explore downtown with a Walking Tour from the Austin Visitor Center . Pick your own starting time and place – your guide will tailor a tour to suit your interests – or join a... read more

Tags: Itineraries Eat & Drink Tours Shopping South Congress Bats Historical Live Music Museums Outdoors

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View Full Post 10 Things To Do In Austin With Your Kids When It Is Cold Outside

Published: 12/17/2018

Thanks to Austin's temperate weather, you’ll find plenty to do in Austin during the winter both indoors and out. But, if you happen to visit on a really cold day, here are a few family-friendly things to do and activities to try. Crux Climbing Center. Credit Merrick Ales. 1. Visit an Indoor Climbing or Bouldering Gym. Get a serious workout at the Austin Bouldering Project , the world’s largest bouldering gym. There is no minimum age for kids who want to give bouldering a try. If they can walk, they can hop on a wall and scamper up! The floor is padded to protect... read more

Tags: Family Winter Museums South Congress Shopping Historical Arts & Culture Film Teens

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View Full Post New & Notable in Austin

Published: 12/4/2018

Check out this hot list of what’s new and what’s coming up on Austin’s ever-changing dining, nightlife, shopping and culture scenes. Dine The Brewer's Table. Courtesy of Cultivate PR. New to Chew A diverse group of restaurants made their delicious debuts in 2018, including Suerte , which features elevated Mexican cuisine and a patio overlooking East Sixth Street. Anthem bills itself as a Tex-Asian pub (with tiki drinks!) on Rainey Street . Sour Duck Market is a one-stop shop, rolling a bakery, restaurant and bar all into one delicious destination. Lin... read more

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Posted in: Eat & Drink Arts & Culture

View Full Post December Top Events & Festivals

Published: 11/26/2018

From art bazaars and festive films to holiday lights festivals and Santa sightings, we've got your top things to do in Austin this December: 11/21/18 - 12/30/18 ZACH Theatre Presents: "A Christmas Carol" ZACH Theatre "A Christmas Carol" is back to ring in the holidays! This rockin' show provides a modern twist on the classic tale. In fact, this show has proven to be such a hit among locals and visitors that is it the most popular show in the theatre's history. zachtheatre.org Blue Genie Art Bazaar. Credit... read more

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View Full Post Top Things To Do & See in Mueller

Published: 11/21/2018

Mueller is a lively hub for locals and visitors, located comfortably in central east Austin, Texas. This planned community has an energetic central district with popular restaurants, family-friendly activities, shopping and more. Make time to explore East Austin's Mueller neighborhood in Austin; here are some of the top places to eat and things to do in the area. DINING Bao'd Up Ever had an Asian steamed bun (bao)? Give them a try at this fast, casual restaurant that serves, not only house-made bao but also, bubble tea and spicy fries. B.D Riley's Irish Pub Stop by... read more

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View Full Post The Best of Austin’s Handmade Holiday Shopping

Published: 11/9/2018

Whether you’re ready or not, it’s time to start thinking about your holiday gift list. If you’re looking for something really special or even one-of-a-kind for your friends and family, look no further than Austin’s expansive array of handmade, local shopping opportunities . To the rest of the world, Black Friday is all about hot deals at large retailers, but for those of us in the Austin art scene, November 23 is the unofficial kickoff to the best local art gift events with Blue Genie Art Bazaar, which is quickly followed by Cherrywood Art Fair, Armadillo... read more

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View Full Post The Ultimate Guide to Holidays in Austin

Published: 11/2/2018

Spending the holidays in Austin ? Celebrate like a local and join in some of our city’s most beloved holiday traditions, from over-the-top holiday lights displays to shopping markets and live performances of Christmas classics. It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Courtesy of Trail of Lights. Marvel at glittering holiday lights displays. With more than two million lights and 40 displays, it’s hard not to feel awestruck by the glorious spectacle of the Austin Trail of Lights at Zilker Park. Take it all in as you walk or jog through the 2.1-mile Fun Run. At the Lady... read more

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View Full Post Top Things To Do & See on West Sixth Street

Published: 10/22/2018

Not to be confused with its louder sister, West Sixth Street has developed its own upscale personality. It's a prized destination for decadent dinners, craft beer, sporting events, shopping and nightlife. With 24-hour diners, eclectic boutiques, independent book and record stores and the occasional pedal-powered beer pub bike crawl cruising by, make time to explore the Market District and West Sixth Street area in Austin. Hut's Hamburgers. Courtesy of Matthew Fuller. DINING Hut’s Hamburgers and Frank & Angie’s : The long-standing duo never goes out of style thanks to... read more

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