Lake Travis – Spend the day enjoying water activities like boating, kayaking, and paddleboarding. You can also relax at The Oasis for scenic lake views.

Hamilton Pool Preserve – A natural limestone pool with a waterfall, perfect for a short hike and a swim. Reservations required.

Brushy Creek Regional Trail – A scenic, 7.75-mile trail perfect for hiking, biking, or walking. It connects several parks and has beautiful views of the creek and surrounding nature.

Lady Bird Lake (Austin) – Rent a kayak, paddleboard, or take a walk along the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail.

Congress Avenue Bridge Bats – Watch over a million bats fly out at sunset.

South Congress (SoCo) – Boutiques, coffee shops, and some of Austin’s best-known murals.

Rainey Street – Historic bungalows turned into bars with live music and great cocktails.

Comedy Mothership – Joe Rogan’s comedy club featuring top-tier stand-up, surprise drop-ins from big names, and a classic comedy club atmosphere + the location of Kill Tony's weekly show.

Franklin Barbecue – Legendary Texas BBQ joint famous for its melt-in-your-mouth brisket. Go early—there’s always a line!

The Oasis on Lake Travis – Known as the "Sunset Capital of Texas," this multi-level restaurant offers stunning lake views, Tex-Mex cuisine, and lively outdoor seating.

Uchi – A James Beard Award-winning sushi restaurant known for its innovative Japanese small plates and fresh fish.

Matt’s El Rancho – A Tex-Mex institution since 1952, famous for its margaritas and Bob Armstrong Dip (a must-try queso).

Red Horn Coffee House & Brewing Co. (Cedar Park) – A hybrid coffee shop and craft brewery, perfect for espresso in the morning and IPAs at night.

Jack Allen’s Kitchen (Cedar Park) – A local favorite for farm-to-table Texas comfort food, featuring amazing chicken-fried steak and craft cocktails.

Veracruz All Natural – Home to some of the best tacos in Austin, with fresh ingredients and their signature migash breakfast taco.