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Overview

Deep in the heart of inland Texas, lies the State capital of Austin, a city that known for its slogan to “Keep Austin Weird”. This eclectic city is famous for having more live music venues per capita than any city in the nation. Austin is the home of some of the best Texas barbecue you will ever try, and for the outdoor enthusiasts, known for its abundant greenery with lakes, streams, and state parks.

Austin, TX (18)

Hotels
HotelJW Marriott AustinAt this beautiful high-rise, expect excellent service and great views from floor-to-ceiling windows in cutting-edge rooms. The hotel is centrally located amid many downtown hot spots. The dedicated concierge staff is ready to assist with any needs. The rooftop pool and bar is a great place for relaxing after a day of shopping downtown. Smoke free premises. 1012 units. 34 stories, interior corridors. Accessibility (Call).diamond-fourinspected-clean
HotelThe Westin Austin DowntownThe rooms have a slick, upscale and contemporary-style, but the real highlight of this energetic property is its location within walking distance of four entertainment districts. The rooftop pool bar is a popular spot both day and night, and the on-site restaurant gives you some of the local flavor of the city, including live music. Smoke free premises. 366 units. 20 stories, interior corridors. Accessibility (Call).diamond-fourinspected-clean
HotelHyatt Regency AustinYou'll appreciate the spacious, modern rooms and the 55-inch TV that makes it fun to watch your shows. Enjoy a cup of joe from the on-site coffee shop as you explore public areas. The outdoor pool is a great place to relax while enjoying views of the nearby river and the downtown skyline. The lobby area has many semi-private seating options for relaxation and the upscale bar is a great place to meet new friends. Smoke free premises. 448 units. 17 stories, interior corridors. Accessibility (Call).diamond-fourinspected-clean
Articles
DESTINATIONAustin Deep in the heart of Texas lies a city that calls itself “The Live Music Capital of the World,” where bumper stickers say “Keep Austin Weird,” and more than a million insect-eating bats descend at twilight. University of Texas students thrive on the local music scene, and high-tech companies including Apple, IBM and Samsung provide another nickname, Silicon Hills. In Austin, you'll see well-worn cowboy boots with faded jeans or a business suit.
ARTICLEAustin Performing Arts Austin bills itself as the “Live Music Capital of the World,” and with musicians playing everywhere from the airport to coffeehouses, as well as at festivals and hundreds of live music venues, you can believe it. But there's much more than music here; performing arts of all kinds are well represented.
ARTICLELights, Camera, Action! Austin's artistic spirit is reflected in its thriving movie industry. Film crews capture the essence of the city: resonating guitars and wailing saxophones, lush landscapes crowned by cerulean skies and passionate citizens with boundless imaginations. Diverse characters are brought to life here, from the cultural heroes of “The Alamo” to dejected “Office Space” employees. On the big screen, the region's varied backdrops—rolling hills, town squares, deserts, farmland, forests, lakes and prairies—double for such far-flung destinations as Morocco, Chicago, New York and Vietnam. Austin provides filmmakers with all the essentials, enabling them to craft fantasy lands, re-create history and examine American culture without a hefty travel budget.
ARTICLEShopping In Austin Finding stores that live up to the city’s “Keep Austin Weird” motto means heading downtown where chain stores are the exception and not the rule. You’ll discover some of Austin’s best collection of offbeat places to go in the South Congress district, an area along busy Congress Avenue south of Lady Bird Lake between Academy and Oltorf streets.
Editor PickFree Things to Do with Kids in AustinAAA Travel Editor, Laurie SterbensFamilies will find lots of fun things to do in Austin, and some of the city's best attractions are free.
Things To Do
From $85
THING TO DO

Austin Live Music Crawl

3 hours

With over 270 live music venues, Austin is known as the Live Music Capital of the World! Many of these venues are locate...

From $60
THING TO DO

Weird Austin City Tour

2 hours

How did Austin get its “weird” reputation? What’s the deal with all the bats? Why are locals getting into bar fights ove...

From $47
THING TO DO

Full-Day Double Decker Austin Hop On Hop Off Sightseei...

1 hour

Learn all about Austin and its rich history while enjoying an awesome view of the city from atop of a double-decker bus....

From $27
THING TO DO

Haunted Austin Walking History Tour

1 hour

Descend into the cover of darkness in the iconic city of Austin, TX with a nationally acclaimed storyteller. Your expert...

From $75
THING TO DO

Capital of Texas Segway Tour

2 hours

What's so special about Austin? Let us show you! This 2 hour guided Segway tour showcases Austin's top destinations:The ...

Restaurants
RESTAURANTFranklin BBQBarbecueIt is very common to wait in a long line that extends outside. At the counter, order from a variety of well-seasoned, tender meat that includes beef, chicken, turkey and sausage. Don't skip dessert; the Key lime pie is a treat. The proteins are sold by weight and they do have sandwiches and sides as well. diamond-approved
RESTAURANTStubb's Bar-B-QBarbecueThis legendary restaurant has been perfecting its art since 1968. A gospel brunch is served every Sunday, where you can enjoy live music and a buffet chock-full of goodies. The fun doesn't stop there; this restaurant doubles as a concert venue, bringing lots of talent several nights a week.diamond-approved
RESTAURANTOtokoJapaneseA warm welcome by Chef Yoshi and staff awaits guests just upstairs at this tiny, trendy restaurant discreetly located on South Congress. Known for intricately prepared and artfully presented dishes of sushi, yakimono, mushimono and more, Otoko's standouts include jellyfish, white sea bass, white sturgeon caviar and Mishima Wagyu beef. The delicious flavors and varied textures excite, and the intimate service spoils patrons at the 12-seat sushi bar.diamond-four
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