Things To Do in Austin, Texas

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Austin Attractions

The city of Austin is hands down the most eclectic community in the state of Texas. Located in the center of the state, it straddles the American Southwest as well as the Old South. Arts and culture are both well-represented here, and visitors will find no lack of things to do in Austin - particularly if they love the live music scene. The official slogan of the city of Austin is the Live Music Capitol of the World, and the city boasts more live music venues than any other city in the United States. Recorded live at the Moody Theater, the television show "Austin City Limits" is the oldest-running musical oriented television program in the country. If you're seeking unforgettable Austin activities, attending this program will remain a fond memory for the rest of your life.

Austin has so many music festivals and special celebrations that it's tough to keep track of them. Austin is a great place to be a tourist because no matter what time of year you're visiting, you'll be able to find top quality entertainment options and visit the local spots that have made the city famous. Even if you do not care much for music, you'll find attractions in Austin. For instance, if you are a computer buff, you can include Silicon Hills among your Austin tours.

In order to easily navigate through Austin's city streets, you should contact us here at Expedia to procure a map of the area so that you can plan the route to the places on your must see list of attractions in Austin. We can help you to find the best Austin excursions that will make your time in the city as memorable as possible.

The main challenge to visiting Austin, TX, is deciding which attractions to take in and which ones to leave for a later visit. Most people who visit Austin end up returning at some future point because they simply left so much undone on their prior stay. Here are Expedia, we can help you figure out which Austin activities are the best for you and your traveling companions.


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Downtown Austin showing street scenes and an administrative buidling

Downtown Austin

4/5(86 area reviews)

Downtown Austin is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Sixth Street and Paramount Theatre, and you can get around town on the metro at Downtown Station.

Downtown Austin
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The Domain

The Domain is known for its great live music, and with sights like Domain Northside and Museum of Ice Cream, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Austin.

The Domain
Austin showing signage

South Congress

4/5(19 area reviews)

The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to South Congress. A stop by South Congress Avenue or Lady Bird Lake might round out your trip.

South Congress
North Central Austin which includes a bridge and forests

North Central Austin

Travelers choose North Central Austin for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Crestview Station or Highland Station and check out top sights like Highland Village Shopping Center.

North Central Austin
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East Cesar Chavez

While you're in East Cesar Chavez, take in top sights like East Sixth Street and jump on the metro at Plaza Saltillo Station to see more of the city.

East Cesar Chavez
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Bouldin Creek

If you're spending some time in Bouldin Creek, Long Center for the Performing Arts and South Congress Avenue are top sights worth seeing.

Bouldin Creek

Day trip destinations from Austin