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What to do around South Lamar
South Lamar food/music corridor; secondary visitor district. A Austin area guide with nearby places, food stops, walking routes, and a map you can open when you arrive.
What should I do near South Lamar?
South Lamar food/music corridor; secondary visitor district.
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Source-backed place · Food and drink
Radio Coffee & Beer
Experience the authentic, laid-back charm of South Austin at Radio Coffee & Beer. Since 2014, this beloved neighborhood spot has…
A beloved local hub serving up excellent coffee, craft beer, and hosting a famous taco truck outside.
Source-backed place · Parks and outdoors
Barton Creek Greenbelt
Escape into nature at the Barton Creek Greenbelt, a scenic 12.86-mile hiking and biking trail in Austin. This lush urban oasis fe…
Austin’s classic hike-and-swim corridor with limestone pools, cliffs, and real trail variety.
Source-backed place · Food and drink
Loro
Created by award-winning culinary legends, Loro is a laid-back Asian smokehouse and bar in South Austin that brilliantly fuses Te…
An Asian smokehouse collaboration between Aaron Franklin and Tyson Cole, featuring smoked meats and a relaxed patio.
Source-backed place · Bars and nightlife
Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden
Tucked away on Pickle Road, Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden is a vibrant local favorite in Austin. Featuring a lush garden oasis, it…
A sprawling garden hangout with food trucks, shade, and coffee that feels very Austin.
Source-backed place · Activity
Zilker Park Boat Rentals
Located on Barton Creek in Zilker Park, Zilker Park Boat Rentals offers dog-friendly hourly rentals of canoes, kayaks, and stand-…
A convenient boat rental spot offering buy-one-get-one coupons on weekdays for kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards.
Source-backed place · Bars and nightlife
Tiki Tatsu-Ya
Tiki Tatsu-Ya is an immersive, two-story Austin tiki bar on South Lamar Boulevard. Created by the Ramen Tatsu-Ya team, it blends…
An immersive, wild tiki wonderland that feels like an adult Rainforest Cafe with custom Japanese glassware and theatrical effects.
Source-backed place · Food and drink
Bouldin Creek Cafe
Bouldin Creek Cafe is a legendary, woman-owned vegetarian and vegan restaurant in South Austin. Founded in 2000, it serves scratc…
A bohemian vegan and vegetarian cafe that wins over even the most dedicated meat-eaters.
Source-backed place · Bars and nightlife
Broken Spoke
Step back in time at the Broken Spoke, Austin's iconic, family-operated honky-tonk. Famed as 'the last of the true Texas dance ha…
Legendary honky-tonk open until 2 am on weekends, with live country music and dancing all night.
Source-backed place · Theaters and music
Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar
Experience Austin's legendary cinema culture at Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar. Located in the Lamar Union complex, this iconic ven…
Source-backed place · Food and drink
Li'l Nonna's
Located at Tweedy's Bar in Central Austin, Li'l Nonna's is a fully vegan pizzeria serving up delicious classic hand-tossed pies,…
A popular food truck serving up delicious, creative vegan pizzas.
Source-backed place · Brewery Distillery
St. Elmo Brewing Company
Located in South Austin, St. Elmo Brewing Company is a popular, family-and-dog-friendly neighborhood spot. It offers an industria…
A bustling South Austin brewery with a great beer garden, exceptional brews, and a friendly vibe.
Source-backed place · Event Venue
C-Boy's Heart & Soul
C-Boy's Heart & Soul is an intimate, bi-level neighborhood juke-joint on South Congress Avenue. It pays tribute to legendary blue…
A warm, dimly-lit SoCo joint specializing in blues and soul with a retro-cool vibe and nightly performances.
Source-backed place · Shopping
The Herb Bar
Established in 1986, The Herb Bar is Austin’s oldest apothecary. Now located in Cherrywood, this whimsical shop features a sunny…
Austin's oldest apothecary, a witchy and wonderful ivy-covered sanctuary operating since the 1980s.
Source-backed place · Shopping
Prima Dora
Located on iconic South Congress Avenue, Prima Dora is a funky retail shop and art gallery celebrating South Austin culture. Sinc…
A quirky gift shop showcasing wacky treasures and unique creations from local Austin artists.
Source-backed place · Food and drink
Torchy's Tacos
Founded in Austin in 2006 as a humble food trailer, Torchy's Tacos has grown into a beloved fast-casual chain famous for its "Dam…
The legendary Austin food trailer turned taco empire, famous for its green chile queso and trashy-style tacos.
Source-backed place · Food and drink
Uchi
Located in South Lamar, Uchi is Austin's premier high-end sushi restaurant. Renowned for its James Beard-honored sushi, award-win…
High-end sushi that still feels essential Austin: elegant, precise, and consistently top-tier.
Source-backed place · Shopping
Big Top Candy Shop
Step into a whimsical world of sweets at Big Top Candy Shop on South Congress. This circus-themed haven features an old-fashioned…
Source-backed place · Theaters and music
Zilker Hillside Theater
Located in Austin's 360-acre Zilker Park, the Zilker Hillside Theater is an iconic outdoor amphitheater offering free plays, live…
Free Gyde walk · Downtown Austin: Capitol, History & Architecture
Downtown Austin: Capitol, History & Architecture
A 2.3-kilometer walk through Austin's historic downtown core, with eight stops linking the city's oldest hotel, its ceremonial main avenue,…
Free Gyde walk · Lady Bird Lake & Zilker: Austin Outdoors & Icons
Lady Bird Lake & Zilker: Austin Outdoors & Icons
A roughly 2.7-kilometer waterfront ramble along the south shore of Lady Bird Lake and into Zilker Park, with seven outdoor stops spanning s…
Free Gyde walk · South Congress (SoCo): Murals, Music & Vintage
South Congress (SoCo): Murals, Music & Vintage
A 2.3 km walk down Austin's legendary South Congress Avenue, with six stops linking lakefront music landmarks, performing-arts venues, a re…