Things to Do in Austin, TX
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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
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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)
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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
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Food
Pieous - Dripping Springs
Tillie’s - Dripping Springs
The Salt Lick BBQ - Driftwood
Rolling in Thyme & Dough (bakery)
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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
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Nature
Pedernales Falls State Park
Canyon Lake
Blue Hole Regional Park (swimming hole)
Jacob’s Well (swimming hole)