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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

Posted in: Neighborhoods Hill Country

View Full Post 3-Day Austin Family Fun Itinerary

Published: 4/4/2018

Get weird, wild and wacky over a three-day weekend with this fun Austin itinerary. The whole family will keep busy with everything from outdoor adventures to kid-friendly attractions and lots of yummy eats in between. DAY 1 Big Top Candy Shop. Credit Jane Ko. Morning Fuel up for the day with a filling breakfast taco at Fresa’s South First (the Lorenzo is egg whites with spinach, black beans, avocado and cheddar cheese rolled up in a corn tortilla). Then head over to the multilevel part-tree fort, part-modern sculpture Cathedral of Junk , which features a dense tangle of jungle-like... read more

Tags: Family Itineraries Eat & Drink Outdoors South Congress Summer Museums Tours

Posted in: Family

View Full Post Experiencing Circuit of The Americas

Published: 3/30/2018

Circuit of The Americas , locally known as COTA, is regarded as one of the top venues in the United States for motorsports and entertainment. A purpose built venue specifically for Formula 1 racing, COTA also provides fans and visitors with interactive programming and activities from regular tours and go kart racing to outdoor concerts in the summer and a Winter Wonderland holiday festival and more. Find out how to experience COTA for yourself during your visit to Austin, Texas. COTA can be found on 1,500 acres of Texas Hill Country, 15 miles southeast of downtown... read more

Tags: Sports COTA Events East Austin Live Music Tours Holidays Formula 1

Posted in: Sports

View Full Post Top Things to Do in Austin During SXSW

Published: 2/27/2018

Are you coming in for SXSW and want to truly experience the city? Check off the items in the list below so you can brag about your Austin trip to friends back home: Iron Works Barbecue. Credit Lisa Hause. 1. Experience the Local Flavor. You shouldn’t visit Austin without trying what we're most known for - barbecue and Tex-Mex . You may not have time to stand in line at Franklin , but Cooper's , Lamberts and Iron Works are perfectly situated downtown. And don't forget to order queso and margaritas... read more

Tags: Events Festivals SXSW Downtown BBQ Live Music Iconic Austin Tours Shopping

Posted in: Events

View Full Post Top Things To Do in Austin with Kids this Spring

Published: 2/20/2018

While much of the country is still thawing out from the winter, spring in Austin is sunny and mild, making it the perfect time of year to visit with your kids. Here are some of our favorite family-friendly ways to celebrate the season! McKinney Falls State Park. Courtesy of Texas Parks and Wildlife. Visit a Park Soak up the sunshine while taking your kids on a hike! There are many trails and parks in the Austin area, but some of our favorite family-friendly ones are Zilker Park , McKinney Falls State Park , Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve , and Pedernales Falls State Park . Take Me Out to the... read more

Tags: Family Spring Zilker Park Outdoors Hill Country Festivals Tours

Posted in: Family Outdoors

View Full Post Your Perfect 3-Day Austin Itinerary

Published: 2/7/2018

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

Posted in: Arts & Culture Eat & Drink

View Full Post Austin 101 at the Austin Visitor Center

Published: 8/25/2017

Located in the Austin’s beautiful downtown (602 E. Fourth Street) and open seven days a week, the Austin Visitor Center is the go-to place to find maps and brochures to kick start your adventure. The friendly folks at the VC love sharing the city's history and culture and answering questions about where to find the best shopping, restaurants, outdoor excitement, nightlife, music and more. They can even give you the scoop on the special events going on while you’re in town! Austin Detours Guide Jason Weems. Credit Annie Ray. Want to see the city's biggest attractions... read more

Tags: Downtown Austin Visitor Center Live Music Shopping Tours

Posted in: Live Music

View Full Post 3 Days in Austin for Families

Published: 4/24/2017

You don’t need a long trip to have a memorable family vacation. Get weird, wild and wacky in just three days with this fun Austin itinerary. Courtesy of Big Top Candy Shop. Day One Morning Start your day with an off-the-wall wonder. Part tree-fort, part modern sculpture, the multi-level Cathedral of Junk features a dense tangle of jungle-like foliage intertwined with an estimated 60 tons of unusual items and tchotchkes. If you’re looking to get wild, take the kiddos to the Austin Zoo to see more than 300 animals or head to the Austin Nature & Science... read more

Tags: Family Itineraries South Congress Bats Tours

Posted in: Family

View Full Post Your Insider’s Guide to Bat Watching

Published: 3/6/2017

Austin is famous for many fun (and funky) things — bluebonnets, breakfast tacos and continuous live music, just to name a few — but the bat (yes, you read that right) has become almost like a mascot to the city. From late spring to early fall, Austin becomes home to the largest urban bat population in North America. So, it should come as no surprise that bat watching has become a bit of a pastime for tourists and locals alike. At sunset, get ready for an only-in-Austin-experience: getting a peek at these nocturnal residents as they fly out from underneath the famous Congress... read more

Tags: Bats Outdoors Spring Summer Iconic Austin Tours

Posted in: Outdoors Family

View Full Post District in Review: West Austin

Published: 1/23/2017

Impressive views of Lake Travis, top of the line Hill Country golf courses and nature’s finest spring-fed pools offer plenty of reasons to extend your stay in West Austin. Here are some of our top things to do in the district: MUSIC SCENE : The Hill Country music spectrum offers the likes of old school Austin relics like Nutty Brown Cafe ( nuttybrown.com ) – Merle Haggard graced the stage once upon a time – that offer a country music fix, and jazz shows with dinner service at One World Theatre ( oneworldtheatre.org ) MOUNT BONNELL : A sight to behold – 100+ steps lead... read more

Tags: West Austin Neighborhoods Eat & Drink Arts & Culture Live Music Tacos Tours Craft Beer

Posted in: Neighborhoods

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