Austin, Williamson County, TX

Places to go in Austin

156 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.

29th Street Ballroom

Arts & Culture

29th Street Ballroom

Eclectic performance space featuring diverse events (live music, DJs & comedy), a full bar & patio.

2906 Fruth St, Austin, TX 78705, USA

2nd Street District

Shopping

2nd Street District

Vibrant area featuring stylish boutiques & restaurants with global cuisine, plus a live music scene.

211 San Antonio St, Austin, TX 78701, USA

77° Rooftop Patio Bar

Nightlife

77° Rooftop Patio Bar

Clubby, 3-story rooftop haunt with tapas & creative cocktails, plus a dance floor & a hookah lounge.

11500 Rock Rose Ave, Austin, TX 78758, USA

Aba Austin

Food & Drink

Aba Austin

Hip spot serving seafood and Mediterranean classics such as kebabs, hummus, and falafel, plus cocktails.

1011 S Congress Ave Bldg 2 Suite 180, Austin, TX 78704, USA

Acre 41

Food & Drink

Acre 41

Clubby New American restaurant specializing in burgers & steaks, plus happy hours & weekend brunch.

1901 San Antonio St, Austin, TX 78705, USA

Activate Games

Family

Activate Games

3220 Feathergrass Ct, Austin, TX 78758, USA

Afuga Coffee

Food & Drink

Afuga Coffee

31 Navasota St Ste 100, Austin, TX 78702, USA

Alliance Children's Garden

Family

Alliance Children's Garden

1000 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704, USA

Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail

Outdoors

Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail

Waterfront walking/cycling path featuring scenic views of the downtown skyline.

1820 S Lakeshore Blvd, Austin, TX 78741, USA

Antone's Nightclub

Nightlife

Antone's Nightclub

Past playground for Stevie Ray Vaughan & other music legends still thriving after nearly 40 years.

305 E 5th St., Austin, TX 78701, USA

Ao5 Gallery

Arts & Culture

Ao5 Gallery

10000 Research Blvd Ste 118, Austin, TX 78759, USA

Auditorium Shores at Town Lake Metropolitan Park

Outdoors

Auditorium Shores at Town Lake Metropolitan Park

This urban greenspace features an off-leash dog area, seasonal events & picnic tables.

900 W Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78704, USA

Austin Aquarium

Family

Austin Aquarium

Small, family-friendly aquarium with many varieties of sea life, plus touch tanks & frequent events.

13530 US-183 #101, Austin, TX 78750, USA

Austin City Limits Live (ACL Live & 3TEN ACL Live)

Arts & Culture

Austin City Limits Live (ACL Live & 3TEN ACL Live)

Austin City Limits at the Moody Theater hosts diverse performers, from Belle & Sebastian to ZZ Top.

310 W Willie Nelson Blvd, Austin, TX 78701, USA

Austin Duck Adventures

Family

Austin Duck Adventures

103 E 5th St., Austin, TX 78701, USA

Austin Nature & Science Center

Sports & Recreation

Austin Nature & Science Center

80-acre nature center features educational exhibits including replicas of fossils & dinosaur tracks.

2389 Stratford Dr, Austin, TX 78746, USA

Austin Zoo

Family

Austin Zoo

Rescued big cats, monkeys, bears, reptiles, birds & more at a cozy sanctuary with a train tour.

10808 Rawhide Trail, Austin, TX 78736, USA

Austin’s

Family

Austin’s

Attractions include go-karts, bumper boats, mini golf, batting cages & a rock-climbing wall.

16231 N Interstate Hwy 35, Pflugerville, TX 78660, USA

Azul Rooftop

Nightlife

Azul Rooftop

Open-air lounge on the roof of the Westin hotel featuring a swimming pool, fire pits & a full bar.

310 E 5th St., Austin, TX 78701, USA

Balcones District Park

Outdoors

Balcones District Park

Park offering tennis & basketball courts, a pool & a scenic creek with a nature trail & waterfall.

12017 Amherst Dr, Austin, TX 78759, USA

Barley Swine

Food & Drink

Barley Swine

Foodie hot spot serving a fixed-price menu with seasonal American small plates & a deep beer list.

6555 Burnet Rd #400, Austin, TX 78757, USA

Barton Creek Greenbelt

Outdoors

Barton Creek Greenbelt

This popular urban natural area offers opportunities for biking, hiking, swimming & rock climbing.

3755 S Capital of Texas Hwy Apt B, Austin, TX 78704, USA

Bass Concert Hall

Arts & Culture

Bass Concert Hall

City's largest theater hosting world-class performers in music, drama & dance.

2350 Robert Dedman Dr, Austin, TX 78712, USA

Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest District Park

Outdoors

Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest District Park

Popular space with a playground & pool, plus basketball & tennis courts & many picnic tables.

7000 Ardath St, Austin, TX 78757, USA