Local Austin Favorites
Neighborhoods
From locally-owned shops and restaurants, SFC's Farmer's Market, Dirty 6th St, historical sites and museums, the Capitol, Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trails, kayaking Lady Bird Lake, Zilker Park across the river -- the live music capital of the world is vibrant with life and Austin flavor!
248 locals recommend
Downtown
From locally-owned shops and restaurants, SFC's Farmer's Market, Dirty 6th St, historical sites and museums, the Capitol, Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trails, kayaking Lady Bird Lake, Zilker Park across the river -- the live music capital of the world is vibrant with life and Austin flavor!
Eclectic shops, artistic vibes, and Austin-original eats decorate a trendy neighborhood. One street over on South 1st St find a home to Austin's poplar food truck scene.
650 locals recommend
South Congress
Eclectic shops, artistic vibes, and Austin-original eats decorate a trendy neighborhood. One street over on South 1st St find a home to Austin's poplar food truck scene.
Food scene
JuiceLand
1625 Barton Springs RdA local favorite spot for awesome juices and health foods.
What started as an Austin food truck, this local favorite has grown into a multi-city chain serving delicious tacos (including breakfast) with flare. Conveniently located right around the corner.
12 locals recommend
Torchys Tacos
110 San Antonio StWhat started as an Austin food truck, this local favorite has grown into a multi-city chain serving delicious tacos (including breakfast) with flare. Conveniently located right around the corner.
Where the national chain originated, this eco-friendly market sells natural and organic groceries as well as Next Level Burger and cafe foods.
1332 locals recommend
Whole Foods Market
525 N Lamar BlvdWhere the national chain originated, this eco-friendly market sells natural and organic groceries as well as Next Level Burger and cafe foods.
Right downstairs you're in Austin's walkable mix of shops, restaurants, and entertainment where local is supported and community is nurtured.
79 locals recommend
2nd Street District
211 Guadalupe StRight downstairs you're in Austin's walkable mix of shops, restaurants, and entertainment where local is supported and community is nurtured.
Saturdays 9am-1pm, catch local farmers, ranchers, and artisans hosted by nonprofit Sustainable Food Center.
81 locals recommend
SFC Farmers' Market Downtown
422 Guadalupe StSaturdays 9am-1pm, catch local farmers, ranchers, and artisans hosted by nonprofit Sustainable Food Center.
My favorite place for pancakes and diner vibes, Kerbey is a go-to for (all-day) breakfast, queso, lunch, and dinner. Right across from the University of Texas.
59 locals recommend
Kerbey Lane Cafe - University
2606 Guadalupe StMy favorite place for pancakes and diner vibes, Kerbey is a go-to for (all-day) breakfast, queso, lunch, and dinner. Right across from the University of Texas.
Sightseeing
Hourly and daily kayak, canoe, and stand-up paddle board rentals to explore Lady Bird Lake operated by the premiere rental operation for the Austin Parks and Recreation Department.
171 locals recommend
Texas Rowing Center
1541 W Cesar Chavez StHourly and daily kayak, canoe, and stand-up paddle board rentals to explore Lady Bird Lake operated by the premiere rental operation for the Austin Parks and Recreation Department.
A local favorite spring maintaining 68ºF year-round with lifeguards on duty. Conveniently located nearby multiple Zilker attractions!
2454 locals recommend
Barton Springs Municipal Pool
2131 William Barton DrA local favorite spring maintaining 68ºF year-round with lifeguards on duty. Conveniently located nearby multiple Zilker attractions!
Home of Austin City Limits Festival, sporting, recreation, views, parks, and a botanical garden, enjoy beautiful nature while being just across the bridge from downtown.
99 locals recommend
Zilker
Home of Austin City Limits Festival, sporting, recreation, views, parks, and a botanical garden, enjoy beautiful nature while being just across the bridge from downtown.
Traveler advice
Getting around
Walk, scooter, bike, kayak, Capital Metro transport!
With bike lanes throughout the city, rentable electric scooters are becoming a classic and convenient way to explore Austin.