Things to Do in Austin, TX

  • Food

    We have so many favorites, but here are our top 5 picks:

    Michael’s Picks: La BBQ & Micklethwait (BBQ), Sour Duck (American), Canje (Caribbean), Suerte (Mexican), Discada (Mexican)

    Gina's Picks: Dee Dee (Thai), Loro (Asian Fusion), Cuantos Tacos (Mexican), House of Three Gorges (Chinese), Home Slice (Pizza)

    Top Vegan Picks: Arlo’s, Bouldin Creek Cafe, Casa de Luz

  • Activities

    Kayak or Paddleboard: Lady Bird Lake

    Two-Steppin’: The White Horse or the Broken Spoke

    Live Music: The Continental Club or the Far Out Lounge

    Shopping: South Congress Ave. or the Domain

    Visit a Museum: The Blanton Museum, Umlauf Sculpture Garden, The Contemporary Austin (Jones Center or Laguna Gloria location)

  • Nature

    Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

    Lady Bird Lake

    Barton Springs

    Zilker Park

    Mount Bonnell

    Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail

Things to Do in Dripping Springs / Hill Country Area

  • Food

    Pieous - Dripping Springs

    Tillie’s - Dripping Springs

    The Salt Lick BBQ - Driftwood

    Rolling in Thyme & Dough (bakery)

  • Activities

    Wander around Wimberley (neighboring town)

    Take a wine tour or visit a vineyard such as: Fall Creek Vineyard or Duchman Family Winery

    Visit a Distillery: Desert Door Distillery, Dripping Springs Distilling, or Treaty Oak Distilling

    See baby goats and have a beer at Jester King Brewery

  • Nature

    Pedernales Falls State Park

    Canyon Lake

    Blue Hole Regional Park (swimming hole)

    Jacob’s Well (swimming hole)