It probably doesn’t need mentioning that Austin’s live music scene is one of the best in the country. From Gordo’s epic doughnuts to Franklin’s Barbecue and all the authentic Tex-Mex in between, Austin is THE foodie hub of Texas. When you need a food break, there are honestly too many options to count. Bonnell, Hippie Hollow, and McKinney Falls State Park are less than 30 minutes away. Zilker Park and the Greenbelt are short drives from downtown Austin, while Mt. During cooler weather (or hot weather if you can handle it) there is plenty of outdoor recreation inside and outside the city. In the hot summer months, you can cool down at Barton Springs, Lake Travis, Hamilton Pool, or any of the other fantastic watering holes around town. This little capital of Texas is popular with the residents– and visitors – for a BIG reason. Austin, TX is one of the only places in the world where you can get traditional (& delicious) breakfast tacos, paddleboard next to the city’s skyline, participate in a game of chicken shit bingo, and go two-stepping at a western dance hall – all in one day.

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