You’ve made your LOG 43 reservations and are planning your trip out to Austin, but you’ve heard so many great things about the city, you are wondering what else you are going to do in the city during your trip?
We’ve got you covered! Here’s a list of fun things to do in and around Austin! Parking can sometimes be elusive, but we have scooters and bikes available nearly everywhere downtown. Items marked with a P below have parking available, otherwise it will be on the street or in a nearby parking garage.
Restaurants
Here’s a list of Austin favorites to tickle your palette!
Fareground – Not sure what to eat? One place with many great options awaits!
Franklin Barbecue – Likely the most famous BBQ in Austin, enjoy the wait by making new friends! You can scope out more of East Austin with your full belly.
Banger’s Sausage House & Beer Garden – Lovely outdoor beer garden with great food.Take a nice walk and check out Rainey Street’s other venues.
Güero’s Taco Bar – Have some great Tex-Mex and then walk around South Congress and see the sites!
Shopping
Boots, cowboy hats, souvenirs- we’ve got it all in Austin!
Austin Visitor Center – The perfect jumping off point to find out all about Austin.
Allens Boots – A go-to place for great boots, many locations around Austin.
Austin Rocks – Want something that says rock’n’roll? This is the spot! Walk the block up to the lake when you’re done!
Waterloo Records – Did someone say vinyl? Spin up to this place!
Southpark Meadows – Shopping galore right near the Sonesta. P
Live Music, Arts, and Cultural
From authentic country bars to amazing museums, it’s all here!
Broken Spoke – The historic Austin dance hall is a hoot and a holler! Explore Lamar Blvd, definitely an Austin essential. P
The Contemporary Austin Jones Center and The Contemporary Austin–Laguna Gloria – Two amazing museums for you to enjoy- one indoors and one out. P
Bullock Museum – Texas history and IMAX Theater P
Blanton Museum of Art – Amazing art museum on the University of Texas campus. Across the street from Bullock Museum. P
Paramount and State Theatres – Austin’s historic theatres, see a film in a landmark!
Outdoor Adventures
Hiking trails, beautiful vistas, and mini-golf!
Mount Bonnell – Climb these steps and get a beautiful view! P
Peter Pan Mini Golf – Vintage fun for everyone! Venture around the Barton Springs Road area for some essential Austin-ness! P
Barton Creek Greenbelt – Take a hike on our most loved trail. P
Barton Springs – Popular outdoor pool fed by an underground spring. P
UMLAUF Sculpture Garden and Museum – Flowers and sculpture, Austin-style! P