Experience Austin the local way with this insider's e-guide
Home to a world-class live music scene, countless independent stores and a sense of community like no other, this Texas city is endlessly enticing. But it's not all about the State Capitol and SXSW. Beyond the well-trodden sights there's a secret side of the city - and who better to guide you to it than the locals?
This insider's e-guide includes recommendations from Austinites in the know, helping you to discover all their favourite hangout spots and hidden haunts. Start your day with a breakfast taco from an east-side food truck, take a dip in one of the many swimming holes and dance the two step at a honky tonk in South Austin.
Whether you're an Austinite looking to uncover your city's secrets or a traveller seeking an authentic experience beyond the tourist track, this stylish guide makes sure you experience the real side of Austin.
Author(s): DK Eyewitness
Publisher: DK Eyewitness Travel
Year: 2022
Contents
Welcome to the City
Through the Year
Know-How
Neighborhoods
On the Map
EAT
Breakfast and Brunch
Beloved Bakeries
Light Bites
Comfort Food
Taco Trucks
Special Occasion
Take a Tour: A day on the taco trail in East Austin
DRINK
Coffee Shops
Juice and Smoothie Bars
Neighborhood Bars
Beer Bars and Breweries
Cocktail Joints
Wine Bars and Wineries
Take a Tour: An evening on South Congress
SHOP
Thrift and Vintage Stores
Street Style
Austin Accessories
Farmers’ Markets and Grocers
Book Nooks
Home Touches
Take a Tour: An afternoon shopping in North Loop
ARTS & CULTURE
City History
Top Theaters
Art Galleries
Favorite Museums
Street Art
Take a Tour: A day exploring Six Square
NIGHTLIFE
Honky-Tonkin’
Cool Clubs
Live Music
Culture Live
LGBTQ+ Scene
Game Night
Take a Tour: A night of music in Downtown
OUTDOORS
Hiking and Biking
Alfresco Fitness
Green Spaces
Swimming Spots
Nearby Getaways
Take a Tour: A day out in idyllic Zilker
Directory
Acknowledgments
