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Between Tandas

Things to do in Austin

Make room for a little Texas while you are here: memorable restaurants, iconic outdoor places, art, and live music.

Six memorable tables

Restaurants worth the trip

Reservations are a good idea for the weekend.

Uchi Austin

Uchi Austin

Inventive Japanese dining and sushi on South Lamar.

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Franklin Barbecue

Franklin Barbecue

Austin’s celebrated smoked brisket experience.

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Odd Duck

Odd Duck

Seasonal, locally driven plates with a playful Texas point of view.

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Suerte

Suerte

East Austin Mexican cooking centered on house-made masa.

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Fonda San Miguel

Fonda San Miguel

A landmark setting for regional Mexican cuisine.

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Six Austin essentials

See the city between tandas

Check current hours, admission, and weather before leaving the venue.

Walk Lady Bird Lake

Walk Lady Bird Lake

Follow the water and skyline on Austin’s favorite urban trail.

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Visit the Texas Capitol

Visit the Texas Capitol

Tour the historic Capitol and its landscaped grounds.

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Swim at Barton Springs

Swim at Barton Springs

Cool off in the spring-fed pool at Zilker Park.

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See the Congress Avenue bats

See the Congress Avenue bats

Watch Austin’s famous bat colony emerge around sunset.

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Zilker Botanical Garden

Zilker Botanical Garden

Explore shaded paths, themed gardens, and quiet water features.

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Blanton Museum of Art

Blanton Museum of Art

See bold architecture and one of Austin’s essential art collections.

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Live music capital

Where to hear Austin

Open the venue calendars to see who is playing during marathon weekend.

The Continental ClubAntone’s NightclubC-Boy’s Heart & SoulElephant RoomACL LiveThe Saxon Pub

Austin Tango Marathon

Save your place
on the floor.

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