Wenjie’s guidebook
Neighborhoods
The Rainey Street District in Austin is a residential-turn-commercial row boasting bars in the remodeled bungalows, upscale eateries and food trucks galore. Staying true to Austin's roots, this strip of bars often features live, local bands.
212 locals recommend
Rainey Street Historic District
The Rainey Street District in Austin is a residential-turn-commercial row boasting bars in the remodeled bungalows, upscale eateries and food trucks galore. Staying true to Austin's roots, this strip of bars often features live, local bands.
Sightseeing
The Texas State Capitol is the capitol building and seat of government of the American state of Texas. It houses the offices and chambers of the Texas Legislature and of the Governor of Texas.
1119 locals recommend
Texas Senate
1200 Congress AveThe Texas State Capitol is the capitol building and seat of government of the American state of Texas. It houses the offices and chambers of the Texas Legislature and of the Governor of Texas.
This bridge crosses over Lady Bird Lake in Austin, TX. Before construction of the Longhorn Dam was completed in 1960, the bridge crossed the Colorado River from which Lady Bird Lake is impounded.
286 locals recommend
Congress Avenue Bridge
Congress AvenueThis bridge crosses over Lady Bird Lake in Austin, TX. Before construction of the Longhorn Dam was completed in 1960, the bridge crossed the Colorado River from which Lady Bird Lake is impounded.
La and flood dy Bird Lake is a river-like reservoir on the Colorado River in Austin. The city of Austin created the reservoir in 1960 as a cooling pond for a new city power plant. The lake, which has a surface area of 416 acres, is now used primarily for recreation and flood control.
959 locals recommend
Lady Bird Lake
Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike TrailLa and flood dy Bird Lake is a river-like reservoir on the Colorado River in Austin. The city of Austin created the reservoir in 1960 as a cooling pond for a new city power plant. The lake, which has a surface area of 416 acres, is now used primarily for recreation and flood control.
Relaxing at the natural spring water pool with great sightseeing all around downtown Austin
2454 locals recommend
Barton Springs Municipal Pool
2201 William Barton DrRelaxing at the natural spring water pool with great sightseeing all around downtown Austin
It is the highest point in Austin at 775 feet. It is a popular destination for both tourists and locals to view the City of Austin, Lake Austin, and the surrounding hills.
1082 locals recommend
Mount Bonnell
It is the highest point in Austin at 775 feet. It is a popular destination for both tourists and locals to view the City of Austin, Lake Austin, and the surrounding hills.
Urban park with ample green space. Perfect for that run/stroll in the sun.
1533 locals recommend
Zilker Metropolitan Park
2207 Barton Springs RdUrban park with ample green space. Perfect for that run/stroll in the sun.
This thrilling adventure over Lake Travis will get your blood pumping. The views over the lake while ziplining are absolutely incredible, and it is a one-of-kind experience. Be prepared to reach speed of 60mph.
160 locals recommend
Lake Travis Zipline Adventures
14529 Pocohontas TrailThis thrilling adventure over Lake Travis will get your blood pumping. The views over the lake while ziplining are absolutely incredible, and it is a one-of-kind experience. Be prepared to reach speed of 60mph.
A jewel in the heart of Austin. It is nestled within Zilker Metropolitan Park in the heart of Downtown Austin. It includes the Taniguchi Japanese Garden, Hartman prehistoric Garden and Rose Garden, are all interconnected with pathways for all ages and abilities with heritage live oaks, streams, and Lou-filled ponds, the Garden offers a peaceful respite in the middle of our busy Austin.
429 locals recommend
Zilker Botanical Garden
2220 Barton Springs RdA jewel in the heart of Austin. It is nestled within Zilker Metropolitan Park in the heart of Downtown Austin. It includes the Taniguchi Japanese Garden, Hartman prehistoric Garden and Rose Garden, are all interconnected with pathways for all ages and abilities with heritage live oaks, streams, and Lou-filled ponds, the Garden offers a peaceful respite in the middle of our busy Austin.
This nice indoor ocean house located at Northwest Austin. It is about 15 minutes drive from my house. You will enjoy the beautiful rare ocean species. They also have some other creatures too, such as snakes, birds, etc.
48 locals recommend
Austin Aquarium
13530 US-183This nice indoor ocean house located at Northwest Austin. It is about 15 minutes drive from my house. You will enjoy the beautiful rare ocean species. They also have some other creatures too, such as snakes, birds, etc.
Drink and nightlife
Craft Pride
61 Rainey StGreat place for local beers with live music at Rainy Street
The Continental Gallery
1313 S Congress AveBest iconic music venue
Haymaker
2310 Manor RdGreat beers and fun patio
Great place to hangout, enjoy delicious food with great music under the Texas Stars
282 locals recommend
Stubb's Bar-B-Q
801 Red River StGreat place to hangout, enjoy delicious food with great music under the Texas Stars
Hops & Grain Brewing
507 Calles StIt has great craft beers.
Entertainment and activities
It shows a mix of films and hosts special events. It is a great place to spend some time with groups of friends/family.
228 locals recommend
Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas
320 E 6th StIt shows a mix of films and hosts special events. It is a great place to spend some time with groups of friends/family.
Catching up the latest movies at the comfortable chairs while enjoying drinks inside the theater
347 locals recommend
Violet Crown Social Club
1111 E 6th StCatching up the latest movies at the comfortable chairs while enjoying drinks inside the theater
Catching up with the sport games, shows or Special events while you are in town. It is a short walk from my house.
48 locals recommend
Frank C. Erwin, Jr., Special Events Center
1701 Red River StCatching up with the sport games, shows or Special events while you are in town. It is a short walk from my house.
Shopping
Whole Foods Market
525 N Lamar BlvdGreat place to shop food. It has a lot of selections.
The Domain
11410 Century Oaks TerraceUpscale shopping center with great restaurants inside.
Texas most popular grocery stores. They have all kinds of foods with household items. Gardening supplies and in-store pharmacies are also available.
227 locals recommend
H-E-B plus!
2508 E Riverside DrTexas most popular grocery stores. They have all kinds of foods with household items. Gardening supplies and in-store pharmacies are also available.
You can get great deals with famous brands. There are great restaurants nearby. It is about 15-20 minutes drive from my home via HYW I-35 North bound.
174 locals recommend
Round Rock Premium Outlets
4401 N Interstate Hwy 35You can get great deals with famous brands. There are great restaurants nearby. It is about 15-20 minutes drive from my home via HYW I-35 North bound.
Maya Star Austin
1508 S Congress AveYou can spend hours there for great bargains.
Royal Blue Grocery
609 Congress AveIt has everyday essentials.
Food scene
The best and world-renowned barbecues, but usually has a long line.
919 locals recommend
Franklin Barbecue
900 E 11th StThe best and world-renowned barbecues, but usually has a long line.
Cenote
1010 E Cesar Chavez StNice place for coffees, breakfasts and lunches
Juan in a Million
2300 E Cesar Chavez StBest Tex-Mex breakfast in town
Most amazing barbecue you will ever have. Beers and live music make the long lines more fun.
421 locals recommend
La Barbecue
2401 E Cesar Chavez StMost amazing barbecue you will ever have. Beers and live music make the long lines more fun.
It has great menu and beer lists. Plus huge patio to enjoy meals with friends and family.
264 locals recommend
Banger's Sausage House & Beer Garden
79 Rainey StIt has great menu and beer lists. Plus huge patio to enjoy meals with friends and family.
Launderette
2115 Holly StIt has a lot of menu selections.
Great place for dinners. It has a big menu selections for food and drinks.
82 locals recommend
Second Bar + Kitchen
200 Congress AveGreat place for dinners. It has a big menu selections for food and drinks.
It is a beautiful and new restaurant. It has amazing interior design and plates.
92 locals recommend
Eberly
615 S Lamar BlvdIt is a beautiful and new restaurant. It has amazing interior design and plates.
It is a good place for a quick and cheap lunches. It has a nice outdoor patio.
64 locals recommend
Kebabalicious
1311 E 7th StIt is a good place for a quick and cheap lunches. It has a nice outdoor patio.
Bufalina Pizza
2215 E Cesar Chavez StGreat place for happy hour!
Irene’s
506 West AveExcellent place for brunch
Kerlin BBQ
2207 E Cesar Chavez StGreat Barbecue place with no lines
The Picnic - Food Truck Park
1720 Barton Springs RdFood trailer park with a lot of food options
Dai Due
2406 Manor RdGreat menu selections
Veracruz All Natural Food Truck
2505 Webberville RoadVery popular tacos
Traveler advice
Getting around
A short Uber or Taxi rides can take you around easily.
A lot of famous spots and historic museums centrally located in Downtown Austin areas. You can get around with bike, scooter, private car, Uber, Taxi or public transportation.