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Things to do in Austin: start with Esther's Follies, Lady Bird Lake, and Paramount Theatre. Use the 76 places below to build a plan around this theme; each place has source-backed details behind its description.

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The Carver Kickback: Juneteenth Edition

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Beyond the Petal: Texas Native Plants and Their Pollinators

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Nate Bargatze: Big Dumb Eyes World Tour

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Jamie Lissow

Cap City Comedy Club

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5 Seconds of Summer Pre-Party

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Dad's Day: Diamond Days (Van Halen Tribute) & Bowling

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Dad's Day (featuring Diamond Days - Van Halen Tribute)

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Juneteenth Celebration at the Neill-Cochran House Museum

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Taco 'Bout Austin Bicycle Tour

Who says tacos are just for Tuesdays? On this flavor-packed all-inclusive guided bicycle tour, you’ll cruise through the city in search of…

★ 5.0 (68) 3h

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ACL Live Guided Backstage Tour at The Moody Theater

The all-new ACL Live Tour experience offers an immersive journey into the legendary Austin City Limits TV series and award-winning music ve…

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Austin Private Tours – Landmarks & Local Highlights

Ready to explore Austin like a local? Hop into our open-top Ford Bronco, or insulated panoramic SUV and leave the crowds behind. At Capital…

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3 Hour Private Boat Charter on Lake Travis for up to 12 People

Perfect for groups of up to 12 people who want to rent an entire boat themselves! Our captain serves as a tour guide who may point out land…

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3 Hour Private Boat Charter on Lake Austin for up to 12 People

Perfect for groups of up to 12 people who want to rent an entire boat themselves! Our captain serves as a tour guide who may point out land…

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2 Hour Kayak or Stand Up Paddleboard Rental

Ready for a true Austin adventure? Book a rental with Lady Bird Lake Rentals and experience the city like a local! Imagine gliding along th…

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76 places

Places to start with

Esther's Follies

Source-backed place · Theaters and music

Esther's Follies

Located on historic Sixth Street, Esther's Follies is Austin's landmark comedy club and modern vaudeville theater. For decades, t…

Lady Bird Lake

Source-backed place · Parks and outdoors

Lady Bird Lake

Lady Bird Lake is a scenic, 416-acre reservoir stretching through downtown Austin. Formerly known as Town Lake, this vibrant recr…

Paramount Theatre

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Paramount Theatre

Located at 713 Congress Avenue, the historic Paramount Theatre is a classical revival landmark built in 1915. It hosts world-clas…

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The Contemporary Austin

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The Contemporary Austin

Located in downtown Austin, The Contemporary Austin is the city's primary contemporary art museum. Housed in the historic Jones C…

'Hi, How Are You' Frog Mural

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'Hi, How Are You' Frog Mural

Located near the UT Austin campus, this iconic and beloved street mural features Jeremiah the Innocent, a friendly, wide-eyed fro…

Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail

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Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail

Spanning 10 miles around Lady Bird Lake, the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail is Austin's premier urban path. It offers sce…

Antone’s exterior and marquee

Source-backed place · Landmarks

Antone’s exterior and marquee

Admire the vintage marquee and ornate facade of Antone’s, Downtown Austin’s iconic 'Home of the Blues.' Established in 1975, this…

Austin Motel

Source-backed place · Landmarks

Austin Motel

Operating on South Congress Avenue since 1938, the historic Austin Motel is a beloved retro motor court. Famous for its highly su…

Barton Springs Archaeological and Historical District

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Barton Springs Archaeological and Historical District

Dive into Austin's history at this historic district centered on Barton Springs Pool. Inhabited for 10,000 years, this lush oasis…

Barton Springs Natural Springs Area

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Barton Springs Natural Springs Area

Nestled in Austin's Zilker Park, this natural oasis features four natural springs fed by the Edwards Aquifer. Enjoy year-round sw…

Congress Avenue Bridge

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Congress Avenue Bridge

Spanning Lady Bird Lake in downtown Austin, this concrete arch bridge is famous for hosting the world's largest urban bat colony.…

Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium

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Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium

Located on the University of Texas campus, this historic 100,119-capacity stadium has been the home of Longhorns football since 1…

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East Sixth Street Historic District

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East Sixth Street Historic District

Discover the vibrant heart of downtown Austin in the East Sixth Street Historic District, a historic entertainment hub boasting o…

Ellsworth Kelly’s Austin

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Ellsworth Kelly’s Austin

Experience "Austin," the only freestanding building designed by renowned artist Ellsworth Kelly. Located at the Blanton Museum of…

Greetings from Austin Mural (Roadhouse Relics)

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Greetings from Austin Mural (Roadhouse Relics)

Capture the essence of Austin with this iconic, vintage-postcard style mural. Painted on the exterior of the Roadhouse Relics neo…

Hi, How Are You Mural

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Hi, How Are You Mural

Located near the University of Texas campus, this iconic Austin mural features "Jeremiah the Innocent," a friendly, wide-eyed fro…

Historic East Sixth streetscape near Congress

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Historic East Sixth streetscape near Congress

Discover Austin's vibrant Historic East Sixth Street, a National Register district famed for its intact late-19th-century Victori…

Jesse Driskill’s original hotel site

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Jesse Driskill’s original hotel site

Standing at 6th and Brazos, the Romanesque-style Driskill is Austin's oldest operating hotel. Built in 1886 by cattle baron Jesse…

LBJ Presidential Library

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LBJ Presidential Library

Explore the legacy of America's 36th president at the LBJ Presidential Library in Austin. Located on the University of Texas camp…

Moody Theater

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Moody Theater

Located at 310 West Willie Nelson Boulevard, the Moody Theater is the state-of-the-art home of the legendary Austin City Limits t…

Moonlight Towers

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Moonlight Towers

Standing 165 feet tall, Austin's historic Moonlight Towers are the only surviving structures of their kind in the world. Erected…

Pecan Street / Sixth Street

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Pecan Street / Sixth Street

Once known as Pecan Street, Austin’s historic Sixth Street is a vibrant downtown entertainment district famous for its preserved…

Rainey Street

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Rainey Street

Located in downtown Austin, Rainey Street is a historic district where charming, early 20th-century bungalow homes have been crea…

Sixth Street

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Sixth Street

Discover Sixth Street, Austin's iconic historic corridor and legendary entertainment district. Formerly known as Pecan Street, th…

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