The Best Things to do in Austin, Texas

Austin is a city with fun and exciting things to do around every corner. Our city is known as the world’s live music capital, and with over 200 live music venues, we would agree! Music is only the start! Enjoy plenty of nightlife, tasty restaurants, and unique local attractions.  

Local Attractions

• The State Capitol and Visitors Center
• Zilker Metropolitan Park 
• Lady Bird Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail
• Barton Springs Pool
• LBJ Presidential Library
• Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
• Austin Aquarium
• South Congress Avenue

Film Festivals

• Austin Arthouse Film Festival 
• South by Southwest
• Austin Asian American Film Festival
• Austin Comedy Film Festival
• Austin Film Festival
• Austin Indie Fest 
• Austin Jewish Film Festival
• Austin Polish Film Festival 

These are just a few! See more film festivals here.

Breweries

• Lazarus Brewing Company 
• Austin Beer Works
• Zilker Brewing Company 
• Family Business Beer Company 
• Adelbert’s Brewery 
• St. Elmo Brewing Company 
• Blue Owl Brewing 
• 4th Tab Brewing 

Nightlife

• Lucille Patio Lounge
• Friends Bar
• Augustine Bar
• Salty Sow
• The Roosevelt Room
• Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden
• Honey Moon Spirit Lounge 
• Garage