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Congress AvenueBat BridgeMore than 1.5 million bats fly out from beneath the bridge each night at dusk from March - October.

Plaza SaltilloThis East Austin community center is the site of annual Diez y Seis and Cinco de Mayo celebrations.

Austin Convention CenterWith nearly 900,000 square feet, this facility accom-modates major conventions and large consumer shows.

Palmer Events CenterOverlooking Lady Bird Lake, this multi-use special events center feels park-like.

Stevie Ray Vaughan StatueVisit the bronze statue of the “Patron Saint of Austin Music” on Auditorium Shores.

O. Henry House & MuseumStop by the cottage where writer William Sidney Porter (O. Henry) lived in Austin.

Austin Visitor CenterOur official visitor information center, souvenir shop, and tour departure point can be found at 602 E. Fourth St.

Governor’s MansionTake in the historic official residence of Texas Governors since 1856.

Texas State CapitolCompleted in 1888, the Texas statehouse stands 14 feet higher than the Nation’s Capitol.

State Capitol Visitors CenterThe former General Land Office building houses historic exhibits, visitor information, and a gift shop.

UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & MuseumView this unique outdoor display of more than 100 sculptures by the late artist, Charles Umlauf.

Austin Nature& Science CenterThe outdoors are celebrated through nature trails, exhibits, a dinosaur pit, and refuge for rescued wild animals.

Bullock Texas State History MuseumInteractive exhibits, rare artifacts, multimedia shows, and an IMAX theater capture our history.

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Lady Bird LakeThis 20-mile-long stretch of the Lower Colorado River meanders through downtown.

Fiesta GardensOn the north shore of Lady Bird Lake east of IH-35, this park hosts several festivals.

Zilker ParkAt 358 acres, this park is home to Barton Springs Pool and ACL Music Festival each October.

Barton Springs PoolDive into this three-acre natural swimming hole with 68-degree year-round water temperature.

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South Congress (SoCo) DistrictJust south of Lady Bird Lake, “SoCo” is a vibrant neighborhood of boutiques, eateries, and music venues.

Sixth Street DistrictStroll down Austin’s most famous nightlife area and experience more than a dozen blocks of live music venues.

West Sixth Street DistrictHere you can shop iconic home-grown retailers including Waterloo Records, BookPeople, and more.

Red River DistrictFrom big name acts to local legends, Red River blares with the sounds of local Austin bands.

Taxi / Ride Share•Austin is tapped into the latest tech-based transit

•For taxis and rideshare options, go to visitaustin.org/transportation

MetroRail•MetroRail connects the city of Leander to downtown Austin

•9 stations on the 32-mile line

•Service six days a week; until 1:30 am on Friday and 2:30 am on Saturday

•Fares cost between $1.75 - $3.50 per trip

•The downtown station sits on the north end of the Convention Center at Fourth Street between Neches and Trinity capmetro.orgSee Austin on a guided tour. Local experts will show you

around the Capitol area, downtown, cultural and musical heritage sites, and more. Popular tour companies include: Access ATX, Austin Detours, Austin Eats Food Tours, AO Tours, Austin Duck Adventures, Gliding Revolution Segway, and Double Decker Austin. Custom-designed tours are also available.

For an outstanding local Tex-Mex experience, check out:

Torchy’s Tacos2801 Guadalupe St.

Chuy’s1728 Barton Springs Rd.

Matt’s El Rancho2613 S. Lamar Blvd.

For some local mural photo-ops, check out:

Greetings from Austin Mural1720 S. First St.

You’re My Butter Half Mural2000 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

Hi, How Are You? MuralW. 21st Street

If you don’t want to leave your best pal behind, check out:

Yard Bar6700 Burnet Rd.

Austin Terrier3435 Greystone Dr.

Banger’s Sausage House & Beer Garden79 Rainey St.

For delicious local BBQ, check out:

Lamberts401 W. Second St.

Stubb’s Bar-B-Q801 Red River St.

Terry Black’s BBQ1003 Barton Springs Rd.

Rent a Bike or Scooter•Several bike shops and dockless bike and scooter rental companies offer hourly and day rentals

•Download maps and routes from bikeaustin.org

•Austin B-Cycle provides more than 40 bike-share stations throughout downtown 24 hours a day austin.bcycle.com

Pedicab•A few different Austin companies operate pedicabs

•All drivers are licensed by the City of Austin Ground Transportation Department

•Rates vary, so be sure to ask your driver about the price per rider or per trip

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Warehouse DistrictThe industrial Warehouse District offers refined stomping grounds in the heart of downtown Austin.

Second Street DistrictKeep things local at some of Austin’s newest retail shops, boutiques, coffee houses, and wine bars.

East Austin DistrictHead to East Austin to experience one of the fastest-growing and most alternative areas in town.

South Austin DistrictQuaint houses, vintage restaurants, and new eateries by some of the city’s top chefs populate this lively area.

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Woolridge SquareRelax at this scenic square at Ninth and Guadalupe Streets, with its center piece gazebo and giant chess set.

Brush SquareThis wonderful downtown oasis is just steps from the O. Henry Museum and is the site of the Pun-Off held each year in the author’s honor.

BoardwalkWith stunning views of the downtown skyline, the 7,250-foot boardwalk is a great accompaniment to your stroll along Lady Bird Lake.

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Zilker Botanical GardensAdjacent to Zilker Park, these gardens include a “prehistoric” area in tribute to 100 million-year-old dinosaur tracks discovered here.

Hike & Bike TrailA popular draw for runners, cyclists, and walkers are 10.1 miles of trail loop around Lady Bird Lake.

Waterloo ParkAustinites head outdoors to this site of festivals and events.

Republic SquareFree live music, a weekly farmers market, and outdoor activities can be found at this historic park.

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Austin History CenterThis research center for Austin and Travis County has archives dating from 1839.

The Contemporary Austin– Jones CenterThrough statewide exhibitions and programs, The Contemporary Austin helps nurture artists’ careers.

Emma S. Barrientos Mexican-American Cultural CenterMexican-American arts and heritage are highlighted with exhibits and performances.

Mexic-Arte MuseumStop in for exhibits of amazing Mexican and Latin American art.

Austin City HallAustin City Hall was designed with a plaza to host community events and live music.

Paramount TheatreOpened in 1915, the Paramount was restored for local productions and touring shows.

Long Center for the Performing ArtsHome to the Austin Symphony, Austin Opera, and Ballet Austin, as well as home to the Austin Music Memorial.

Whole Foods MarketThe national headquarters for the world‘s largest natural grocer spans 80,000 square feet.

Alamo Drafthouse RitzA unique combination of theater and restaurant, see the best first-run and independent films here.

Texas Music MuseumExplore the history of musicians who made Austin the Live Music Capital of the World®.

The Austin Public LibraryThe Central Library, designed to be flexible enough to serve our community for the next hundred years, forms the backbone of the Austin Public Library System.

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Blanton Museum of ArtThe nation’s largest university-owned art collection includes more than 17,000 works.

Harry Ransom CenterThis center houses the world’s first photograph, a rare Gutenberg Bible, Watergate papers, and more.

UT TowerThis 307-foot tower, constructed in 1937, is the most visible landmark on the UT Austin campus.

Frank Erwin CenterHead to this arena for Longhorn basketball games, touring music concerts, and more.

Darrell K. Royal Texas Memorial StadiumIt’s game time in our Texas Longhorn football stadium, with a 100,000-person capacity.

Texas Memorial MuseumDon’t miss displays of dinosaur artifacts, fossils, gems, minerals, and meteorites.

ACL Live at the Moody TheaterState-of-the-art live music venue that also serves as home of KLRU-TV produced PBS program Austin City Limits.

Texas State CemeteryTour the final resting place of Texas’ most notable sons and daughters.

George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural & Genealogy CenterCelebrate the history of Austin’s African-American community and historic contributions of Dr. Carver.

The ThinkeryA place where kids and parents creatively solve science problems by making, doing, and experiencing.

LBJ Presidential Library& MuseumThis presidential museum chronicles LBJ’s career.

Bass Concert HallThis popular performing arts venue is located on the UT Austin Campus.

Mike A. Myers StadiumSoccer and track events are held at this UT Austin 20,000-seat stadium.

St. Mary’s CathedralSt. Mary’s showcases a rose window built in 1872 by Victorian architect Nicholas Clayton.

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Central Austin DistrictYou’ll find cafes and vintage stores resting between giant neighborhood homes and craft bars.

Rainey Street DistrictThis laid-back area is home to converted bungalows that provide only-in-Austin music and bar experience.

The Domain & ArboretumOffering relaxed, outdoor shopping experiences in park-like atmospheres with popular local and national restaurants and retailers.

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