I’m here to help you find the best lunch in Austin, Texas! “Best” is different for all of us…and if you’re anything like me, it changes from day to day. The healthy downtown Austin lunch you’re craving on Monday might not suffice on a Friday afternoon when you really need a big, delicious burger. I’m…
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Kelsey Kennedy is a native Texan and a local Austin author, photographer, and blogger with a serious obsession for all things Austin. As the creator of four Texas-focused travel websites, her work has reached over 12 million readers in 38 countries, all searching for the coolest things to do in the hottest…
If you love Austin and you love craft beer, the Texas Craft Brewers Festival is a can’t-miss event for you! And if you’re asking yourself, “I’m not a craft brewer…is this festival for me?” the answer is a resounding YES. This festival is for anyone who loves to drink Texas craft beer. (You should all…
The Pecan Street Festival is the longest-running free arts and crafts festival in Central Texas. It’s presented every year by The Pecan Street Association (PSA). A bunch of people gathers in Downtown Austin to enjoy live music, and fun street food, purchase handmade items from local vendors, and learn more about the culture in Austin,…
There’s no doubt about it: Austin Texas is one of America’s most popular travel destinations right now. It’s a city brimming with music, fitness, art, history, and FOOD. No matter how many times you’ve visited Austin, there’s something new to discover in every neighborhood. However, Austin has been growing rapidly in the past few years,…
If you like HOT hot hot spicy food, you’re going to love the annual Hot Sauce Festival in Austin! Hot sauce lovers and adventurous foodies have been flocking to this food festival in Austin for over 15 years. The Austin Hot Sauce Festival is a fun and family-friendly event perfect for fans of spicy things.…
Friends: there’s practically nothing like that beautiful Texas sunset. And if you’re going to live in sunny Austin Texas where it is hot hot HOT for much of the year, you might as well enjoy watching that giant ball of fire in the sky dip below the skyline. And if you’re wondering where to watch…
Austin City Limits, or ACL Music Festival, is a massive music festival that is held annually in Austin, Texas for two consecutive three-day weekends. The festival is produced by Austin-based C3 Presents, the organizer of Chicago’s Lollapalooza. This epic music event takes place at Zilker Park presenting multiple genres to the attendees. On two consecutive…
Whether you’re looking for a secluded Hill Country retreat or an easy escape from the hustle and bustle of Austin city life, the wineries in Driftwood and Dripping Springs are just what you need in your life. Although most of these wineries are around 25 miles away from downtown Austin, you’ll feel like you’re MUCH…
Let’s face it, playgrounds are a parent’s best friend. In the never-ending quest to figure out new ways to expel our kiddos’ energy, playgrounds are the MVP, and for good reason! They’re free, allow you to enjoy the great outdoors, and are the perfect neutral territory for playdates. I used to compare notes with friends…
Fries are one of the most amazing and underappreciated food (food groups? Is that ok to say?) in the world, so it only seemed appropriate to round up the best french fries in Austin in honor of National French Fry Day. They’re so very simple: fried potatoes with a bit of salt. Yet they’re one…
If you love visiting Austin breweries buuuut also want to make sure you can grab food, this post is for you! Read on for the best Austin breweries that also have full food menus. (Spoiler: there are a ton of them!) The map is included below so you can find an Austin brewery with food…
Whether you’re looking for some flashy bachelor party ideas in Austin with your groomsmen, or you want to have a chill weekend in ATX and get some fresh air at Barton Springs, we’ve got your back! There are plenty of fun bachelor party ideas in Austin, so you’ll have no problem filling your weekend with…
Austin is the state capital of Texas, so there’s LOTS of history here. And whether you need a kid-friendly activity in Austin or you’re just here with the adults, Austin museums provide some of the riches and most diverse culture and entertainment in this city. Although Austin was mostly known as a small (weird…) college…
Austin is one of the largest metropolitan areas in the Texas Hill Country, which means there are some awesome places to go trail running in Austin. We’ll include a map of the best trail runs in Austin below for you to browse. Folks who are interested in trail running tend to get SUPER obsessed with…
You’ve done dinner and a movie a hundred times…but what about some other fun date ideas in Austin?
I live in Austin and have tried pretty much all of the “kid-friendly things to do in Austin.” If you’re planning a family vacation here, you might be wondering: how many days in Austin do you really need with kids? Long story short: 4 days (a long weekend) is the perfect amount of time. Here’s…
A quick guide + map to the best pumpkin patches in Austin this year.
Fall is back, the air is crisping up (kinda…), and Austin is full of festive events perfect for kids and families. Not gonna lie – Halloween and fall events in Austin have gotten EXPENSIVE! If you’re going with a family of 4, expect to spend $100 on admission alone. Here are a few of my personal…
Looking for an easy family hike near Austin? I get it! I love being outdoors with my kids, but I don’t always want to commit to a long trek with steep climbs, tons of stairs, or rocky terrain. The good news is there are plenty of kid-friendly hikes near Austin that I’ve explored with my…
From pre-fest coffee to post-fest drinks + carbs, here’s where to eat close to ACL Festival.
Whether you’re a local or you’re visiting with kids, here are some of my favorite really fun things to do in Austin with kids.
Wondering if you need a car when you visit Austin? Ok, hi! Sure! I’ll answer that. As a local Austin resident and someone who is constantly hopping around ATX to eat and explore, I have a feel for where to stay when you visit Austin and how you should plan to get around. ABOUT THE…
Because why stay somewhere boring when you could stay somewhere awesome? Here are the best hotels near ACL Fest.
The Thinkery is our awesome little kids museum here in Austin. It’s located in the family-friendly east Austin neighborhood of Mueller, and it’s on pretty much every “best things to do in Austin” guide. If you’re wondering if it’s worth it to visit, I’ll go ahead cut to the chase: YES! I’ve been to this…
When you’re visiting a city, the most important thing to do first is book your hotel! Once that’s taken care of, everything else-restaurants, museums, concerts, and other fun activities-falls into place. I’ve written before about the best places to stay in Austin with kids, and I still stand by what I said: a vacation rental…
Austin has some of the best playgrounds in Texas, and lately the city has been busy giving a few of them major upgrades. The Parks Department has poured millions of dollars into places like Pease Park, Walnut Creek, and Circle C Park. We’re talking bigger play structures, more shaded areas, and safer play spots in…
There’s a formula to this! Hot tip: no rompers because PORTA-POTTIES.
You know where Austin really shines? Casual breakfast spots! My kids love going out on Saturday mornings for a big stack of pancakes, and luckily, Austin has plenty of options. If you’re looking for where to eat breakfast in Austin with kids, here are a few of our favorite spots – personally approved by my…
When a friend tells me she’s visiting Austin with her little ones and wants to know where to stay in Austin with kids, this is exactly what I tell her: An awesome airbnb, centrally located. And yes, plan on renting a car! Texas doesn’t have reliable public transportation. I’ve lived in Austin forever and I’m…
