Andrea’s guidebook
Museums
Great place to learn about the history of Austin and Texas. There’s also an IMax Theatre that sometimes shows movies about the history, but also plays contemporary films.
593 locals recommend
Bullock Texas State History Museum
1800 Congress AveGreat place to learn about the history of Austin and Texas. There’s also an IMax Theatre that sometimes shows movies about the history, but also plays contemporary films.
It is housed in the former studio of sculptor Elisabet Ney and is dedicated to showcasing her life and works. There is a permanent collection of her portrait busts and personal memorabilia on display. She was an influential woman in Texas and so her story is pretty interesting.
77 locals recommend
Elisabet Ney Museum
304 E 44th StIt is housed in the former studio of sculptor Elisabet Ney and is dedicated to showcasing her life and works. There is a permanent collection of her portrait busts and personal memorabilia on display. She was an influential woman in Texas and so her story is pretty interesting.
haven’t been to this one yet, but it seems interesting and fun! :)
71 locals recommend
Museum of The Weird
412 E 6th Sthaven’t been to this one yet, but it seems interesting and fun! :)
Live music
This place is an unassuming fantastic venue to hear some great musical performances. Chill vibe and on South Lamar
Do512 Lounge
2208 S Lamar BlvdThis place is an unassuming fantastic venue to hear some great musical performances. Chill vibe and on South Lamar
Underground jazz bar with nightly live music, plus more than 20 draft beers & wines by the glass.
224 locals recommend
Elephant Room
315 Congress AveUnderground jazz bar with nightly live music, plus more than 20 draft beers & wines by the glass.
ACL Live
310 W Willie Nelson Blvd
Nicolaza's
8504 S Congress AveExcellent live music and atmosphere
Sagebrush
Super fun
Dancing
Walking distance from the apartment. A great place to learn how to line dance! Voted best honky tonk bar in Texas. :)
478 locals recommend
Broken Spoke
3201 S Lamar BlvdWalking distance from the apartment. A great place to learn how to line dance! Voted best honky tonk bar in Texas. :)
Sam's Town Point
2115 Allred DrExcellent live music and two-stepping
The Concourse Project
8509 Burleson Rd20 mins from my home - premiere spot for raving and EDM.
Outdoor activities
You really shouldn't miss an opportunity to swim in a natrual spring! Only 5 dollars to get in. An eclectic group of Austinites will be there.
2454 locals recommend
Barton Springs Municipal Pool
2201 William Barton DrYou really shouldn't miss an opportunity to swim in a natrual spring! Only 5 dollars to get in. An eclectic group of Austinites will be there.
Right next to Barton Springs Pool there is a kayak rental. Super fun activity and you can row all the way out to the Colorado river.
124 locals recommend
Zilker Park Boat Rentals
2101 Andrew Zilker RdRight next to Barton Springs Pool there is a kayak rental. Super fun activity and you can row all the way out to the Colorado river.
Barton Creek Greenbelt
3755 South Capital of Texas HighwayGreat place to hike and explore.
Moontower Saloon
10212 Menchaca RdGreat outdoor venue, live music and volleyball
Comedy / Improv
Fallout Theater
616 Lavaca St
The Institution Theater
3800 Woodbury DrTake a class!