Austin Tour Guide
Sightseeing
See beautiful sights of Austin.
Mount Bonnell
See the river and mansions alongside it. Fantastic views.
360 Bridge
4801 Plaza on the LakeGreat views you can see from up top near/above the bridge.
Mayfield Park and Nature Preserve
3505 W 35th StCome see live peacocks roam around. FREE!
Come see murals of all the governors of Texas. Nice architecture, big building, FREE.
1119 locals recommend
Texas Senate
1200 Congress AveCome see murals of all the governors of Texas. Nice architecture, big building, FREE.
Go here to see the famous Austin bats come out at night. Only available during certain seasons/times. More info here: https://www.austintexas.org/things-to-do/outdoors/bat-watching/
286 locals recommend
Congress Avenue Bridge
Congress AvenueGo here to see the famous Austin bats come out at night. Only available during certain seasons/times. More info here: https://www.austintexas.org/things-to-do/outdoors/bat-watching/
Greetings from Austin Mural
1720 S 1st StWant a cool IG photo? Go here.
Outdoor Activities
Explore the outdoors!
Located in Zilker Park, this is one of the largest natural pools. Very cheap $5-$10 entrance fee.
2454 locals recommend
Barton Springs Municipal Pool
2201 William Barton DrLocated in Zilker Park, this is one of the largest natural pools. Very cheap $5-$10 entrance fee.
Excellent scenery. Go on a hike, kayak, swim, or just relax.
1533 locals recommend
Zilker Metropolitan Park
2207 Barton Springs RdExcellent scenery. Go on a hike, kayak, swim, or just relax.
One of the coolest sights I've seen in the United States. You may need to get a reservation, so check before going. Pretty far but completely worth it. You might be able swim, depending on season.
588 locals recommend
Hamilton Pool Preserve
24300 Hamilton Pool RdOne of the coolest sights I've seen in the United States. You may need to get a reservation, so check before going. Pretty far but completely worth it. You might be able swim, depending on season.
Food Scene
The best BBQ you will ever have. Anthony Bourdain (and I) guarantee it. Get brisket.
If you go to any restaurant in Austin, this is it. Expect extremely long lines.
919 locals recommend
Franklin Barbecue
900 E 11th StThe best BBQ you will ever have. Anthony Bourdain (and I) guarantee it. Get brisket.
If you go to any restaurant in Austin, this is it. Expect extremely long lines.
The Oasis On Lake Travis
6550 Comanche TrailRestaurant with the best view in Austin.
Looking for good old fashioned Texas BBQ? You will really feel like you are in the country side here. A little far, but totally worth it on a weekend (expect long waits, but BYOB).
480 locals recommend
Salt Lick BBQ
18300 Farm to Market Rd 1826Looking for good old fashioned Texas BBQ? You will really feel like you are in the country side here. A little far, but totally worth it on a weekend (expect long waits, but BYOB).
Texas taco joint that everyone loves. Has creative, fusion-style tacos.
1075 locals recommend
Torchy's Tacos
2809 S 1st StTexas taco joint that everyone loves. Has creative, fusion-style tacos.
Shopping
Modern mall and business center. Plenty of places and things to do here. Big tech located here including Amazon and Facebook.
768 locals recommend
The Domain
11410 Century Oaks TerraceModern mall and business center. Plenty of places and things to do here. Big tech located here including Amazon and Facebook.
Night Life
West 6th Street
West 6th StreetThis street gets crazy at night. Lots of party people.
Houses turned into bars. Gets packed on the weekends. Food trucks here also.
793 locals recommend
Rainey Street
Rainey StreetHouses turned into bars. Gets packed on the weekends. Food trucks here also.