Travel Guide of Austin in United States by Influencers and Travelers

Austin is the capital city of the U.S. state of Texas, as well as the seat and largest city of Travis County, with portions extending into Hays and Williamson counties.

The Best Things to Do and Visit in Austin

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1 - Mount Bonnell

   7 km away

Mount Bonnell, also known as Covert Park, is a prominent point alongside the Lake Austin portion of the Colorado River in Austin, Texas. It has been a popular tourist destination since the 1850s. The mount provides a vista for viewing the city of Austin, Lake Austin, and the surrounding hills.

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2 - The Paramount Theatre

The Paramount Theatre is a 2,807-seat performing arts venue located at 9th Avenue and Pine Street in Seattle, Washington, United States. The theater originally opened on March 1, 1928 as the Seattle Theatre, with 3,000 seats.

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3 - Sightseeing | Austin

Experience one of the Austin's oldest historic residences (1856) through historically furnished spaces as well as numerous rotating art and history exhibits.

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4 - Lake Austin

Lake Austin, formerly Lake McDonald, is a water reservoir on the Colorado River in Austin, Texas. The reservoir was formed in 1939 by the construction of Tom Miller Dam by the Lower Colorado River Authority.

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5 - Lake Austin

Lady Bird Lake is a river-like reservoir on the Colorado River in Austin, Texas, United States. The City of Austin created the reservoir in 1960 as a cooling pond for a new city power plant.

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6 - Austin Convention Center

The Neal Kocurek Memorial Austin Convention Center is a multi-purpose convention center located in Austin, Texas. The building is the home of the Texas Rollergirls, and was also home to the Austin Toros basketball team, until their move to the Cedar Park Center in nearby Cedar Park in 2010.

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7 - The University of Texas at Austin

The University of Texas at Austin is a public research university in Austin, Texas. It was founded in 1883 and is the oldest institution in the University of Texas System.

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8 - Texas Governor's Mansion

The Texas Governor's Mansion is a historic home for the governor of Texas in downtown Austin, Texas. Designed by prominent architect Abner Cook, it was built in 1854 and has been the home of every governor since 1856.

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9 - Texas Capitol

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10 - View from Mount Bonnell

   7 km away
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11 - Austin Zoo

   18 km away

Austin Zoo is a non-profit rescue zoo and located in southwestern unincorporated Travis County, Texas, United States, west of Austin. The zoo is accreddited by the Zoological Association of America. The mission of Austin Zoo is to assist animals in need through rescue, conservation, and education.

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12 - Dripping Springs

   34 km away

Dripping Springs is a city in Hays County, Texas, United States. It is located west of Austin, the state capital. The population was 1,788 at the 2010 census, and had risen to an estimated 4,667 as of 2018.

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13 - Hamilton Pool Preserve

   38 km away
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14 - Bastrop

   45 km away

Bastrop is a city and the county seat of Bastrop County, Texas, United States. The population was 9,688 according to the 2020 census. It is located about 30 mi southeast of Austin and is part of the Greater Austin metropolitan area.

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15 - San Marcos

   46 km away
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Why should you visit Austin ?

Travel to Austin if you like:

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Looking to go to the US? Need a completely fresh new experience? But feel like a change from typical destinations like New York or Los Angeles? We have just the right place for you!

Located in Central Texas, in the heart of the Hill Country, Austin blends a vibrant city life with stunning scenery, such as its hills, lakes and rivers.

Home to incredible food, never-ending live music, offbeat culture, and an abundance of outdoor activities, this gorgeous and multifaceted city is full of things to do and see for people of all ages, backgrounds, and interests. If you need a breath of fresh air, this city is the place for you. With entire neighbourhoods devoted to entertainment, ever-present culture, hip boutiques and top-notch restaurants, there is no doubt that Austin will take you on a journey of a lifetime.

With so much to do in this city, you could just as easily spend your morning paddling out on the lake as walking around a renowned history museum. Explore breath-taking waterfalls and caves, browse charming shops, enjoy authentic Texas barbecues, visit historic sites, and test local wines, spirits and beers.

After having such a memorable stay in Austin, you won't want to go back home. So let yourself be charmed by the appeal of this Texan town, you won’t be disappointed cowboy.

Frequently Asked Questions by Travelers planning a trip to Austin

What is the weather like in Austin?

On average, the warmest months are June to August, January is the coldest month of the year, and the rainiest months are May and September. The maximum temperature in Austin averages 80°F over the year (from 60°F in January to around 100°F in August).

When is the best time to go to Austin?

The very low season in Austin, the months when tourist numbers are at their lowest, is from December to February. The low season, the months when tourist traffic is at its lowest, are June, July, and September. On the other hand, the high season, that is when tourist attendance is Austin is elevated is in the months of April, May, August and November, with the very high season being in March and October, when the tourist influx to Austin is at its peak.

What are the nearest major cities to Austin?

There are three very interesting cities to visit not far from Austin: Houston, San Antonio, Dallas.

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