Some people like to travel by themselves, especially when visiting touristy attractions in the city. But there’s nothing quite like the experience of having an expert tour guide (especially if it’s a local). They can help you learn about Austin’s history and gain access to sites you may not be able to visit on your…
South by Southwest Conference and Festival is just around the corner, and in addition to packing stuff and updating your business cards and creating the perfect schedule of panels to attend and booking hotels and finding ways to do SXSW for free, you’re probably always wondering…what does one wear to this festival? After all, it’s…
Looking for the perfect Austin escape? When visiting the city, make sure to choose a hotel that truly represents the unique character of the vibrant destination. From funky decor to rooftop pools with awe-inspiring views of the city and cozy beds, there’s no shortage of boutique hotels in Austin offering a truly one-of-a-kind experience. I’ve…
Yes, this city is a tad crowded, but Austin can be a great place for biking because of its compact zoning, abundance of trails, and a (pretty) good amount of bike lanes provided by the City of Austin. (More on that later…) If you’re spending an afternoon in town and want to experience Austin on…
Paddle boarding in Austin is a really big deal. Since there’s a beautiful body of water in the heart of Austin (Lady Bird Lake, although old-timers in Austin call it “Town Lake”), you can pretty much see people paddle boarding (SUP = Stand Up Paddleboard) or kayaking any time you’re walking on the trail around…
Chances are, if it’s a beautiful day in Austin and the sun is shining (aka 300 days of the year…), you want to get outside and soak up the beauty. And, like lots of Austinites, you’re drawn to the incredible body of water in the center of our city, adjacent to the sprawling downtown Austin…
Are you planning to visit Austin this winter but wondering what to wear? We got your back! After securing your plane tickets, packing what to add to your wardrobe is the next thing you’re probably thinking about. Austin street style is fun, but don’t consider style alone; also focus on comfort and warmth when selecting…
Austin is known to be a very fit, active city…and that’s one of the reasons why there are many juice bars in Austin! You can easily find cold-pressed juices and fresh smoothies in just about any neighborhood in Austin. From healthy green juices to refreshing fruit juices to protein smoothies, we’re rounding up the places…
As if you didn’t already want to visit Austin, TX…here are 37 photos that completely capture that Austin aesthetic. We love our breakfast tacos, paddle boarding, craft breweries, live music, Texas bbq, and outdoor patios. Austin Texas is home to the largest urban colony of bats in the world. It’s the headquarters of Apple, Whole…
Austin is obviously growing at a rapid pace, and a big part of what draws people to Austin is the small footprint. After all, even though Austin is around 1 million people now, the Austin City Limits aren’t all that large! We have a fairly small downtown space, and driving from one side of the…
Aaaand here we go with the 30 best burgers in Austin! Burgers are fun because nearly every city in America has GREAT burgers, and everyone loves them. And if you’re visiting Austin (or if you’re a local!) and you’re hoping to try some of the BEST of the best burgers in Austin Texas, you’ve landed…
Austin is not only a popular city for destination weddings…it’s also a phenomenal place to go wedding dress shopping! While you used to have to travel to Houston or Dallas for the big shopping destinations in Texas, Austin has been rising to the occasion (after all, those gorgeous boutique hotels and romantic restaurants have been…
Austin, Texas: one of the top travel destinations in the United States right now. Folks love it for the live music, the barbecue, the 300 sunny days we get each year, and the nearby Texas hill country. Home to both SXSW and Austin City Limits Music Festival, Austin has plenty of reasons to stop by…
First dates are…well, they’re first dates. Sometimes they go well, and sometimes they don’t. If you’ve been talking to someone really great, you want to impress them with a great (romantic!) spot. And if you’re really not so sure about this date, you don’t want to invest too much time or money into it. Choosing…
Your big day is coming up! In an effort to provide some inspiration for your birthday dinner restaurant in Austin, here are a bunch of restaurants to celebrate your birthday dinner in Austin. There’s obviously no one-size-fits-all restaurant choice for your special day. Some folks want a casual brewery dinner where you can easily get…
In the age of Google My Business a “hidden gem restaurant” doesn’t really exist anymore…but sometimes I still like to bring attention to some lesser-known Austin gems. While most people visit Austin and get the same 8-10 recommendations (MICHELIN-rated, the 30 all-time best restaurants in Austin, and then tourist-y spots like Salt Lick and Torchy’s),…
It’s hard to keep up with all the new restaurants opening in Austin! Use this guide + map to find something new to try near you.
Tucked into the heart of downtown Austin is an unassuming park of dirt mounds and hills. You might drive by it a few times without noticing it (especially if it’s empty), but if you head to 9th Street and North Lamar on a weekend, dozens of BMX bikers of all ages and skill levels will…
Sandwiches in Austin (unfairly) don’t have the same hype that they get in a lot of other cities. I mean, it’s not like we have the same claim to fame as NYC deli markets or the New Orleans po’boy scene. (Granted, we totally own the market on tacos and barbecue.) But I’m on a mission to showcase…
When the weather is absolutely freaking gorgeous, everyone in Austin is going to want to drink or dine on a beautiful outdoor patio. Honestly, it’s almost easier to list places without patios than with, because nearly every restaurant and bar in Austin has outdoor seating. But where are the best patios in Austin? Use the…
Austin is known for its food scene, but those restaurant tabs can add up pretty quickly The solution? Austin happy hours! You can often try the same amazing menu items at a fraction of the cost. Plus, happy hour is just…happy. PS: weekend-specific happy hours in Austin are here. powered by Proxi About me: I’m Kelsey,…
Sure, downtown Austin and east Austin are probably where you’ll find the biggest clusters of award-winning Austin restaurants. But the sprawling area of west Austin (from Westlake to Lakeway to Bee Caves, and even closer to the city like Tarrytown and Rollingwood) has lots of residents. So where are all the west Austin restaurants?? Actually,…
Cold front in Austin? Cue all the cozy foods! There aren’t many snow storms or cold, blustery days here in Austin, but when they hit us, they hit us HARD. Those freezing wind chills and ice-cold temps are brutal (no thanks to the fact that none of us own a proper winter wardrobe…), but you…
I am not a world-renowned mixologist or sommelier, but I know my way around a cocktail menu. A decade of food writing and city blogging has given me a front seat at some of the hottest cocktail bars in Austin and beyond. But do you know what I keep discovering, over and over again? It’s…
The Austin Airport is unique in the fact that we have a huge amount of local Austin restaurants located at the airport. You won’t find a McDonald’s or a Subway at this airport, but you will find local breakfast tacos and famous Austin barbecue at the main terminal at the Austin Bergstrom International Airport. Here’s the…
You love, you hate it, but there’s no denying that you’re aware of Rainey Street in Austin. It’s one of our biggest nightlife districts! Here are the best bars and restaurants on Rainey.
If you haven’t had the chance to visit yet, Play For All Park in Round Rock is truly one of the best parks in the greater Austin area. This MASSIVE, state-of-the-art park covers a vast area and was thoughtfully designed with inclusivity in mind to make sure that every child-regardless of their abilities-has the opportunity…
Sure, there are plenty of “best of” lists floating around the Web. But what are the “perfect” things to do to fill your first weekend in Austin? Austin Texas: one of the top travel destinations in the United States. It’s perfect for bachelorette parties, family trips, girls’ weekend getaways, and romantic vacations with your significant…
If you have the urge to go out and enjoy a fabulous meal at an Austin restaurant but you don’t have someone who’s available to join you…go anyway! Dining solo is amazing! And there are so many great Austin bars for dining solo. For starters, it’s totally normal to dine solo and you shouldn’t be…
Q2 Stadium is the gorgeous home of Austin’s major professional league soccer team, Austin FC. It’s pretty far north in Austin (located in the North Burnet section of North Austin), and it’s one of the newest sports facilities in the country, consisting of 20,500 seats. During those fun soccer game days, this stadium is crowded…
