Things to do in Austin!
Sightseeing
See the Famous Austin Bats on the Congress Avenue Bridge! Line up on the pedestrian walkway on the bridge, or just below near the Austin American Statesman parking lot, to witness a staggering 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats fly into the sky from beneath the bridge. Nightly from Spring through Fall.
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Congress Avenue Bridge
Congress AvenueSee the Famous Austin Bats on the Congress Avenue Bridge! Line up on the pedestrian walkway on the bridge, or just below near the Austin American Statesman parking lot, to witness a staggering 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats fly into the sky from beneath the bridge. Nightly from Spring through Fall.
Rent a bicycle from Barton Springs Bike Rental and bike the 10-mile Ann & Roy Butler Hike & Bike Trail that skirts the glittering waters of the Lady Bird Lake. Insider tip: Snap a selfie with the statue of Austin music legend Stevie Ray Vaughn along the route.
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Lady Bird Lake Trail
Lady Bird Lake TrailRent a bicycle from Barton Springs Bike Rental and bike the 10-mile Ann & Roy Butler Hike & Bike Trail that skirts the glittering waters of the Lady Bird Lake. Insider tip: Snap a selfie with the statue of Austin music legend Stevie Ray Vaughn along the route.
The Texas State Capitol is the capitol building and seat of government of the American state of Texas. Located in downtown Austin, Texas, the structure houses the offices and chambers of the Texas Legislature and of the Governor of Texas.
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Texas Senate
1200 Congress AveThe Texas State Capitol is the capitol building and seat of government of the American state of Texas. Located in downtown Austin, Texas, the structure houses the offices and chambers of the Texas Legislature and of the Governor of Texas.
Outdoors
Barton Springs Pool measures three acres in size, and is fed from underground springs with an average temperature of 68-70 degrees, ideal for year-round swimming.
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Barton Springs Municipal Pool
2131 William Barton DrBarton Springs Pool measures three acres in size, and is fed from underground springs with an average temperature of 68-70 degrees, ideal for year-round swimming.
Austin Food scene
Spacious, casual stop for pit-smoked meats & housemade sides from famous 4th-generation pitmasters.
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Terry Black's Barbecue
1003 Barton Springs RdSpacious, casual stop for pit-smoked meats & housemade sides from famous 4th-generation pitmasters.
Convenience store/cafe with naan sandwiches & rice bowls, plus a large beer selection. Adjacent liquor store.
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Whip in
1950 S I-35 Frontage RdConvenience store/cafe with naan sandwiches & rice bowls, plus a large beer selection. Adjacent liquor store.
Shopping, Dining & Nightlife
Local areas to visit
South Congress draws plenty of foot traffic to its vibrant stretch of hip boutiques, trendy lodging options and Austin-original eateries. Live music shows abound, including nightly sets at the legendary Continental Club. There’s also a picture-postcard vista of the Texas State Capitol. Taking flight every summer evening from beneath the Congress Avenue Bridge is the world’s largest urban bat colony.
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South Congress Avenue
South Congress AvenueSouth Congress draws plenty of foot traffic to its vibrant stretch of hip boutiques, trendy lodging options and Austin-original eateries. Live music shows abound, including nightly sets at the legendary Continental Club. There’s also a picture-postcard vista of the Texas State Capitol. Taking flight every summer evening from beneath the Congress Avenue Bridge is the world’s largest urban bat colony.
Grocery
2400 South Congress Avenue. H-E-B grocery stores are the heart of Austin. They offer delivery and curbside pick-up.
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H-E-B
5808 Burnet Rd2400 South Congress Avenue. H-E-B grocery stores are the heart of Austin. They offer delivery and curbside pick-up.