Guidebook for Austin
Essentials
From the best in Texas to global goodies from all over the world, Central Market sources some of the finest foods to bring back to your local store. They will often have live music on their outdoor patio. Check the calendar on the wall outside the right entrance for info.
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Central Market
4477 S Lamar BlvdFrom the best in Texas to global goodies from all over the world, Central Market sources some of the finest foods to bring back to your local store. They will often have live music on their outdoor patio. Check the calendar on the wall outside the right entrance for info.
H-E-B
5808 Burnet RdThe BEST grocery store in Texas other than Central Market.
Drinks & Nightlife
Draught House Pub & Brewery
4112 Medical PkwyGreat selection of various beers on tap.
West 6th Street
West 6th StreetPlenty of bars to choose from with live music.
The "cool" bar scene with houses that have been converted into bars and food trucks galore.
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Rainey Street
Rainey StreetThe "cool" bar scene with houses that have been converted into bars and food trucks galore.
This is the area that people talk about when they mention "6th st". It has a lot of bars including shot bars, food trucks, a piano bar, pedi-cabs, and cheap drinks.
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East 6th Street
East 6th StreetThis is the area that people talk about when they mention "6th st". It has a lot of bars including shot bars, food trucks, a piano bar, pedi-cabs, and cheap drinks.
Intimate reservations-only lounge known for its hip speakeasy vibe & old-school cocktail menu. You have to have a password to enter....very trendy
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Midnight Cowboy Modeling
313 E 6th StIntimate reservations-only lounge known for its hip speakeasy vibe & old-school cocktail menu. You have to have a password to enter....very trendy
French comfort foods & craft cocktails (many with absinthe) delivered in a New Orleans-esque space.
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Péché
208 W 4th StFrench comfort foods & craft cocktails (many with absinthe) delivered in a New Orleans-esque space.
Parks & Nature
Barton Creek Greenbelt
3755 South Capital of Texas HighwayBeautiful area with great hiking!
Barton Springs Municipal Pool
2131 William Barton DrNatural Spring fed pool
Great park near downtown where you can enjoy the views of the buildings downtown, walk a dog, play frisbee or sand volleyball, have a picnic, fly a kite, or people watch.
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Zilker Metropolitan Park
2207 Barton Springs RdGreat park near downtown where you can enjoy the views of the buildings downtown, walk a dog, play frisbee or sand volleyball, have a picnic, fly a kite, or people watch.
Walk or run near downtown on a trail near the water or rent kayaks and stand-up paddle boards
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Lady Bird Lake
Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike TrailWalk or run near downtown on a trail near the water or rent kayaks and stand-up paddle boards
Sightseeing
Texas Senate
1200 Congress AveTake a free tour of the Texas state capitol.
Famous street for its food trucks, restaurants, hip shops, and unique vibe. People like to take pictures in front of the iconic murals in this area.
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South Congress
Famous street for its food trucks, restaurants, hip shops, and unique vibe. People like to take pictures in front of the iconic murals in this area.
See 1.5 million of them for FREE by standing on the Congress Avenue Bridge in downtown Austin come out at dusk. *Check online for current bat watching times.
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Bats Across Texas
900 Congress AveSee 1.5 million of them for FREE by standing on the Congress Avenue Bridge in downtown Austin come out at dusk. *Check online for current bat watching times.
Arts & Culture
Multiple local artists rent out studios here and will showcase their artwork for various events that are free to the public. Check out the Canopy website for more info.
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Canopy Austin
916 Springdale RdMultiple local artists rent out studios here and will showcase their artwork for various events that are free to the public. Check out the Canopy website for more info.
Shopping
The Domain is a high-density office, retail, and residential center owned and operated by Endeavor Real Estate Group, TIER REIT, Inc., Simon Property Group, and Stonelake Capital Partners and is located in the high-tech corridor of northwest Austin, Texas, United States
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The Domain
11410 Century Oaks TerraceThe Domain is a high-density office, retail, and residential center owned and operated by Endeavor Real Estate Group, TIER REIT, Inc., Simon Property Group, and Stonelake Capital Partners and is located in the high-tech corridor of northwest Austin, Texas, United States
Entertainment & Activities
A movie theater with reclining seats and food/beer served at your seat while you enjoy the show.
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Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Mueller
1911 Aldrich StA movie theater with reclining seats and food/beer served at your seat while you enjoy the show.
Venue in Austin that has Formula 1 racing and musical artists perform.
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Circuit of the Americas
9201 Circuit of the Americas BlvdVenue in Austin that has Formula 1 racing and musical artists perform.
We are 10-12 minutes away from the football stadium so are a quick drive.
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University of Texas at Austin
We are 10-12 minutes away from the football stadium so are a quick drive.