If you're a first time visitor to Austin, you might prefer a more touristy area, but if you're a solo traveler, a local neighborhood could be more interesting. Some areas have lots of things to do within walking distance, but it may be more expensive. To give you a starting point for your trip research, we looked at what people say about attractions in Austin.
Here are some of the most recommended attractions in Austin.
Here's what Trippy members had to say about attractions:
"A little further drive but worth it is Hamilton Pool." See More
"If you must be south, look closer to the Zilker Park area which is beautiful and close to Black's BBQ which imo has better beef ribs than anywhere but Franklin's fans will fite me." See More
"If the weather is nice, hit up Zilker Park, maybe take a dip in Barton Springs Pool." See More
"Music Antone's, Continental Club, Saxon Pub( South Lamar)." See More
"Pease District Park, Butler Metro Park, Deep Eddy Municipal Pool, Amy's Ice Creams, get snow cones, the Thinkery, bats at the Ann W Richards Congress Avenue Bridge, hiking trail, Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, the Texas Capitol, outdoor casual live music" See More
"I would visit Barton Springs, 6th Street, the Texas Capitol building, The Broken Spoke for country & western dancing, The Oasis on Lake Travis for drinks at sunset, Mount Bonnell (in Austin), Lake Travis if you make friends with someone with a boat, and either (or both!" See More
"Close to great restaurants, the Texas Capitol & The University of Texas at Austin." See More
"Lake Austin, Lake Travis, Canyon Lake, and the Guadalupe River State Park Road and Comal River are some nearby suggestions for waterfront accommodations." See More
"My favorite BBQ place is called Rudy's Country Store And Bar-B-Q." See More
"Others ideas - take in the sunset from Mount Bonnell (highest spot in Austin) or a long hike on the Barton Creek Greenbelt." See More
"but be sure to take them to Esther's Follies on 6th street." See More
"Also E 6th St/ 6th street will most likely be really lively at night!" See More
This page is just a starting point, to really get personalized advice from Austin locals and experienced travelers, post a question on Trippy! You can start by browsing the questions other people have asked about Austin.
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