

Austin is not only the self-proclaimed "Live Music Capital of the World", but it also happens to be the Texas state capital which makes it rich with history and heritage. The city is a hub for outdoor activities, ranging from biking to hiking, swimming to boating, mountain climbing, and more. Time well spent in Austin will be filled with vibrant entertainment, legendary nightlife, art, culture, and a wide array of cuisine options.
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Austin’s music scene is off the charts! There are hundreds of live music venues, with the greatest concentration of venues downtown near Sixth Street, but it doesn’t stop there – talent can be seen and heard all over Austin, with musicians performing anywhere from concert halls to clubs, coffeehouses to taquerias, festivals to sporting events, honky-tonks and more.
The city is also known for its great outdoors, offering various recreational opportunities within Zilker Metropolitan Park, including hiking and biking trails, swimming holes and lakes perfect for paddling and kayaking, and more than 300 sport climbing routes within the nearby Reimers Ranch Park for those who enjoy climbing and bouldering. With an average temperature of 68 degrees and 300 days of sunshine, visitors feel inspired to be active and spend more time outside. This makes Austin a year-round playground for outdoor enthusiasts, often recognized as one of the country's fittest cities.
The history of Austin can be admired through various architecture, monuments, and museums throughout the city. As well as legendary spots such as Barton Springs Pool fed from underground springs once believed to have spiritual healing powers, and The Broken Spoke, an authentic honky-tonk where Dolly Parton, George Strait, and Willie Nelson have performed.
Barton Springs Pool : A three-acre pool within Zilker Metropolitan Park fed by underground springs once believed to have spiritual healing powers – it is often referred to as the soul of Austin and is a great place to cool off in the middle of the city.
Sixth Street : Here you will find countless bars, restaurants, and entertainment venues. Some of the most famous attractions are Esther’s Follies where you can enjoy a comedy and magic show, and the Blind Pig Pub where you can listen to local bands on a rooftop patio overlooking the downtown skyline.
The Broken Spoke : If you want to do the Texas two-step, this dance hall is the place to go – internationally known as an authentic honky-tonk, it features a room full of country music memorabilia.
The State Capitol : One of the most important landmarks in Austin – it can get crowded, but there is no fee to explore the capital which makes it a great place to stop to learn more about Austin.
Zilker Metropolitan Park : A 350-acre park located across the river from downtown Austin, where you can enjoy a bit of nature and or exercise, this park includes athletic fields, swimming holes and plenty of space to walk around or sit down for a picnic.
Austin Nature and Science Center’s Dino Pit : An outdoor paleontology exhibit within Zilker Metropolitan Park, designed to give visitors a hands-on educational experience.
Museum of the Weird : A quirky dime museum filled with oddities, meaning you can never be entirely sure what's real and what's not! Featuring the cyclops pig, the hand of glory, a two-headed chicken, shrunken heads, the feejee mermaid, and more.
Pangea Lounge : Located on East Sixth Street, known for being one of the best places to eat in Austin due to the large variety of ever-changing food truck options.
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