Things to do in and around Austin
Sightseeing
Austin is famous for the bats that fly out from under Congress Bridge! This only happens up until the end of September, so if you're there while it's cold, this probably won't work out. But if you go right along the Ladybird Lake Boardwalk where it hits 35, you'll have the BEST viewing point. Avoid waiting atop the bridge, because they're way harder to spot from there.
286 locals recommend
Congress Avenue Bridge
Congress AvenueAustin is famous for the bats that fly out from under Congress Bridge! This only happens up until the end of September, so if you're there while it's cold, this probably won't work out. But if you go right along the Ladybird Lake Boardwalk where it hits 35, you'll have the BEST viewing point. Avoid waiting atop the bridge, because they're way harder to spot from there.
You really can’t go wrong with either view. Contrary to popular belief, Texas does have hills and they can be spotted in Austin! Take a small trek up the hill for some stunning greenery shots of Austin. Picture-perfect moments and sunset spots!
1082 locals recommend
Mount Bonnell
You really can’t go wrong with either view. Contrary to popular belief, Texas does have hills and they can be spotted in Austin! Take a small trek up the hill for some stunning greenery shots of Austin. Picture-perfect moments and sunset spots!
Brushy Creek Lake Park is a 90-acre park that offers active and natural resource-based recreational opportunities. Facilities include a playground, water playscape, hike and bike trail, nature trail, exercise station, three pavilions, picnic tables with BBQ grills, sand volleyball courts, canoe/kayak launch, fishing pier, wildlife observation area, labyrinth, restrooms, parking area and a 38-acre lake.
47 locals recommend
Brushy Creek Lake Park
3300 Brushy Creek RdBrushy Creek Lake Park is a 90-acre park that offers active and natural resource-based recreational opportunities. Facilities include a playground, water playscape, hike and bike trail, nature trail, exercise station, three pavilions, picnic tables with BBQ grills, sand volleyball courts, canoe/kayak launch, fishing pier, wildlife observation area, labyrinth, restrooms, parking area and a 38-acre lake.
Check out this nice area to hike. It's a hidden gem behind a neighborhood. Easy walking that kids and adults can enjoy.
Discovery Well Cave Preserve
15000 Anderson Mill RdCheck out this nice area to hike. It's a hidden gem behind a neighborhood. Easy walking that kids and adults can enjoy.
Twin Creeks Historic Park
A must see!
Food scene
Open until 2am (aka where I bring people when they get in super late from the airport) with some amazing Marg deals! A great late night Tex Mex spot for an out-of-towner.
41 locals recommend
Trudy's North Star
8820 Burnet RdOpen until 2am (aka where I bring people when they get in super late from the airport) with some amazing Marg deals! A great late night Tex Mex spot for an out-of-towner.
If you’re a wine gal, then hit up this lovely little house-turned-wine-bar off South Lamar! They’ve got a sweet little patio and an amazing selection, complete with live music that will make for the ideal evening.
85 locals recommend
House Wine
408 Josephine StIf you’re a wine gal, then hit up this lovely little house-turned-wine-bar off South Lamar! They’ve got a sweet little patio and an amazing selection, complete with live music that will make for the ideal evening.
One of the oldest restaurants in Austin, and it has lasted this long because it is one of the best! This gem is down South and perfect for a larger party. Beware, it gets busy fast!
304 locals recommend
Matt's El Rancho
2613 S Lamar BlvdOne of the oldest restaurants in Austin, and it has lasted this long because it is one of the best! This gem is down South and perfect for a larger party. Beware, it gets busy fast!
The Dig opened in 2007, and has been a craft beer perennial for North Austin /Cedar Park ever since. We offer a wide variety of top-quality, domestically crafted beers served on tap and delicious pub inspired fare. The Dig is a little destination place that doesn't try to be anything more than what it is; a fun, unpretentious pub with a relaxed vibe, great food & friendly bartenders. The Dig Pub is the perfect place for a birthday, a corporate event, or even a benefit. So, come in, grab a drink and make this your new neighborhood pub!
9 locals recommend
The Dig Pub
401 Cypress Creek RoadThe Dig opened in 2007, and has been a craft beer perennial for North Austin /Cedar Park ever since. We offer a wide variety of top-quality, domestically crafted beers served on tap and delicious pub inspired fare. The Dig is a little destination place that doesn't try to be anything more than what it is; a fun, unpretentious pub with a relaxed vibe, great food & friendly bartenders. The Dig Pub is the perfect place for a birthday, a corporate event, or even a benefit. So, come in, grab a drink and make this your new neighborhood pub!
The thirty thousand square foot restaurant sits on a bluff 450 feet above the lake and is the largest outdoor restaurant in Texas. The restaurant was first built in 1982 by Houston entrepreneur Beau Theriot, who purchased a 500-acre ranch overlooking the lake and converted it into the current multi-use venue.
506 locals recommend
The Oasis On Lake Travis
6550 Comanche TrailThe thirty thousand square foot restaurant sits on a bluff 450 feet above the lake and is the largest outdoor restaurant in Texas. The restaurant was first built in 1982 by Houston entrepreneur Beau Theriot, who purchased a 500-acre ranch overlooking the lake and converted it into the current multi-use venue.
Sports
Austin FC Front Office
1835-A Kramer LnAustin Q2 Stadium Soccer. austinfc.com