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AUSTIN OFFICIAL VISITORS GUIDE • SPRING/SUMM
ER 2009
FIND OUT WHAT’S PLAYING AT:
WWW.AUSTINTEXAS.ORG
AUSTIN OFFICIAL VISITORS GUIDE • WINTER 2009/SPRING 2010
FIND OUT WHAT’S PLAYING AT:
WWW.AUSTINTEXAS.ORG
THE LIVE MUSIC CAPITAL OF THE WORLD®THE LIVE MUSIC CAPITAL OF THE WORLD®
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RadissonFULL
S T A Y I N D O W N T O W N A U S T I N
AUSTIN – DOWNTOWNRadisson Hotel & Suites Austin - Town Lake111 Cesar Chavez @ Congress • Austin, TX 78701 • (512) 478-9611www.radisson.com/austintx • 1-800-333-3333
S T A Y Y O U R O W N W A Y SM
Stay at Austin's ideal downtown/lakeside setting
location overlooking scenic Town Lake and the
Congress Avenue Bridge bats. We're a short walk to
Austin's unique shopping, restaurant and
entertainment districts in "The Live Music Capital of
the World" where we "Keep Austin Weird" every day! Enjoy our
pool, fitness center, miles of hike/bike trails, plus our own
T.G.I. Friday’s and Starbucks coffee store.
NEWLY REMODELEDGUEST ROOMS!
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treatments, your well-being is our reason for being. Call or visit us
online to book your day away now. Or stay overnight and experience
why so many guests name us their #1 destination spa.
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Y O U R W E L L B E I N G ,
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Name: Jackie VensonTitle: Musician, student at Berklee College of Music in Boston, MAYears in Austin: Entire life (19 years)Venson performed at the Urban Music Festival as a member of the first youth band from the Soul Tree Collective in 2007. Through the support of the Austin Parks and Recreation Department and the Urban Music Festival, Soul Tree Collective was formed as a vehicle to audition, mentor and develop a new R&B/Soul group of aspiring young musicians to form a band.
VISIT US AT WWW.AUSTINTEXAS.ORG
MAPSMAPSAustin
Fun Fun Fun Festfunfunfunfestival.comNov. 7–8, 2009, Waterloo Park
Progressive and underground music festival combines an old-
school festival atmosphere with new sounds by indie rock new-
comers, punk rockers, hip-hop wordsmiths, DJs, comedy and more.
South by Southwestsxsw.comMarch 12–21, 2010, throughout the city
Music industry blowout showcasing thousands of acts in more
than 80 venues citywide.
Urban Music Festivalurbanmusicfest.comApril 3, 2010, Auditorium Shores
The Urban Life Group — in partnership with the UT Athletics, the
City of Austin, and local businesses — created the weekend of
live music, arts, crafts and food to coincide with the annual Texas
Relays. Music highlights include soul, R&B and rap.
Old Settlers Music Festivaloldsettlersmusicfest.orgApril 15–18, 2010, Salt Lick BBQ Pavilion, Driftwood, TX
Grammy Award-winning bluegrass, country and roots music
and local faves, accompanied by arts, crafts, camping and food.
Latino Music Monthaustinlatinomusic.comMay 2010, Various venues
Month-long celebration of Austin’s Latino music scene. Hundreds
of Latino bands perform in more than 70 venues. Includes free
concerts at City Hall, unique venue showcases, festivals, parties
and more. The month ends with the day-long Pachanga Music
Festival.
Austin City Limits Music Festivalaclfestival.com Oct. 8–10, 2010, Zilker Park
Three days, eight stages and 130 bands — all for a shockingly
low price. Previous years have seen performances by Tom Petty,
Van Morrison, the Flaming Lips, Ray LaMontagne and KT Tunstall.
comers, punk rockers, hip-hop wordsmiths, DJs, comedy and more.
The Urban Life Group — in partnership with the UT Athletics, the
live music, arts, crafts and food to coincide with the annual Texas
and local faves, accompanied by arts, crafts, camping and food.
Month-long celebration of Austin’s Latino music scene. Hundreds
of Latino bands perform in more than 70 venues. Includes free
concerts at City Hall, unique venue showcases, festivals, parties
and more. The month ends with the day-long Pachanga Music
Austin City Limits Music Festival
Three days, eight stages and 130 bands — all for a shockingly
low price. Previous years have seen performances by Tom Petty,
Van Morrison, the Flaming Lips, Ray LaMontagne and KT Tunstall.
Don't Miss…
MusicFestivals
Photos: ©Dave Mead, ©Denise Chambers, ©ACVB, ©Erin Fotos, © John Grubbs, ©Denise Chambers17
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Welcome to Austin, the capital of Texas and Live Music Capital of the World®. This vibrant, growing city echoes with the sounds of rock, blues, jazz, country, classical and Latin music — on any given evening, you can choose among nearly 200 different venues to dance the night away, or simply relax and take in the melodies.
Austin stands as the gateway to the scenic Texas Hill Country, marked by rolling hills and wide-open landscapes. Surrounded by three lakes and a network of parks, visitors can enjoy hiking, rock climbing, cycling, swimming, horseback riding, or even fly through native cypress trees on a zip-line eco-tour.
This effervescent university town combines a friendly, laid-back ambiance with a rich history and just a touch of Texas bravado. The Texas Capitol, a towering edifice of sunset red granite, is a must-see. Hear how Austin emerged as the seat of Texas government and visit some of the city’s original structures on a free Austin CVB walking tour. Or take in the historic sites as you meander along Congress Avenue.
For great shopping, check out South Congress Avenue, where vintage boutiques and kitschy shops create a row of colorful storefronts. Visit the 2nd Street District for cosmopolitan fashions, home goods and wearable art. Or head to The Domain for big-name designers like Louis Vuitton and Burberry.
This visitor guide is your key to our city. It provides hundreds of hotels, restaurants, music venues, attractions, historic sites, cultural options and shopping destinations to fill your days and nights.
For more information to help plan your trip, call the Austin Visitor Center at 866-GO-AUSTIN. Or visit us at austintexas.org, where you can also join the Austin Insiders Club for deals and discounts at local resorts, hotels and attractions. Become a fan of Austin on our Facebook page, Visit Austin, Texas, or follow us on Twitter at VisitAustinTX.
We think you’ll come back to see us, again and again.
Robert M. LanderPresident & CEO – Austin Convention & Visitors Bureau
Lee Leffi ngwellMayor, City of Austin
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Sleek and minimal yet so warm and inviting, this amazing work of art and architecture is tucked into Austin’s hip South Congress district. Designed and built for the independent urban traveler seeking privacy, luxury and state-of-the-art accommodations.
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Featu� sWelcome to Austin p. 6Austin Online p. 8Calendar of Events p. 9My Part of Town – A Guide to Austin Entertainment Districts p. 10Live Music Capital of the World® p. 16Music Festivals p. 17Five Minutes with a Local p. 18Itineraries p. 20Diverse Austin p. 22Texas Hill Country p. 27Austin Insiders Club p. 90ListingsAccommodations p. 34Dining p. 51Nightlife p. 61Activities & Attractions p. 68Shopping p. 82Visitor Information & Transportation p. 86
Table of ContentsTable of ContentsContents
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Corporate StaffPresident & CEO Robert M. Lander Sr. Vice President Roy BenearDirector of Communications Jennifer WalkerCommunications Manager Katie CookMedia Relations Manager Beth KraussMarketing Communications Coordinator Mallory BellacosaDirector of Tourism Adriana JimenezTourism Sales Manager Linda MooreDirector of Music Marketing Rose Reyes
Austin Visitor Center209 E. Sixth St., Austin, TX 78701866-GO-AUSTINDirector of Retail and Visitor Services Cheri WinterrowdVisitor Center Staff Harrison Eppright, Cynthia Trenckmann Suzanne Watson
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Sales Office: P.O. Box 40580, Austin, TX 78704512-312-0044, Fax: 512-312-0999National Sales: 303-867-8236Corporate Office: 800-303-9328www.weaver-group.com
Publication TeamEditor Lisa PogueDesigner & Illustrator Dani GudowskiGroup Publisher Rebecca CarityAccount Executive Kate Muldoon
Support and LeadershipCreative Manager Kelly FaiginStudio Manager Carrieann E. StutzContributing Writers Keith Lin, Steven McKenzie, Kerri RebreshPhotography Services Nicole Cross, Andrea GolodDesign Services Chris GregoriSenior Publications Manager Jennifer BarrettAdvertising Coordinators Sarah Bivens, Michael Petrelli
Chief Executive Officer Peter J. KoclanesChief Financial Officer Dianne GatesVice President of Publishing & Web Services Lynne Craig
The Austin Official Visitors Guide is a publication of the Austin Convention & Visitors Bureau. Contents and design ©2009, all rights reserved. Reproduction without written permission is strictly prohibited. Every effort was made to ensure accuracy of the informa-tion in this guide as of press time. However, the Austin Convention & Visitors Bureau assumes no responsibility for errors, changes or omissions. The Austin Official Visitors Guide is published biannually by Weaver Multimedia Group for the Austin Convention & Visitors Bureau.
The Austin Convention & Visitors Bureau (“ACVB”) and Weaver Multimedia Group (“Weaver”) make no endorsement, representation or warranty regarding the suitability, quality or availability of any goods or services advertised or listed in this publication. Listings and advertisements are provided by the subject companies, and ACVB and Weaver shall not be responsible or liable for any inaccuracy, omission or infringement of any third party’s rights therein, or for personal injury or any other damage or injury whatsoever.
Please recycle this guide or pass it on to a friend.
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Corporate StaffPresident & CEO Robert M. Lander Sr. Vice President Roy BenearDirector of Communications Jennifer WalkerCommunications Manager Katie CookMedia Relations Manager Beth KraussMarketing Communications Coordinator Mallory BellacosaDirector of Tourism Adriana JimenezTourism Sales Manager Linda MooreDirector of Music Marketing Rose Reyes
Austin Visitor Center209 E. Sixth St., Austin, TX 78701866-GO-AUSTINDirector of Retail and Visitor Services Cheri WinterrowdVisitor Center Staff Harrison Eppright, Cynthia Trenckmann Suzanne Watson
Published by Weaver Multimedia Group
Sales Office: P.O. Box 40580, Austin, TX 78704512-312-0044, Fax: 512-312-0999National Sales: 303-867-8236Corporate Office: 800-303-9328www.weaver-group.com
Publication TeamEditor Lisa PogueDesigner & Illustrator Dani GudowskiGroup Publisher Rebecca CarityAccount Executive Kate Muldoon
Support and LeadershipCreative Manager Kelly FaiginStudio Manager Carrieann E. StutzContributing Writers Keith Lin, Steven McKenzie, Kerri RebreshPhotography Services Nicole Cross, Andrea GolodDesign Services Chris GregoriSenior Publications Manager Jennifer BarrettAdvertising Coordinators Sarah Bivens, Michael Petrelli
Chief Executive Officer Peter J. KoclanesChief Financial Officer Dianne GatesVice President of Publishing & Web Services Lynne Craig
The Austin Official Visitors Guide is a publication of the Austin Convention & Visitors Bureau. Contents and design ©2009, all rights reserved. Reproduction without written permission is strictly prohibited. Every effort was made to ensure accuracy of the informa-tion in this guide as of press time. However, the Austin Convention & Visitors Bureau assumes no responsibility for errors, changes or omissions. The Austin Official Visitors Guide is published biannually by Weaver Multimedia Group for the Austin Convention & Visitors Bureau.
The Austin Convention & Visitors Bureau (“ACVB”) and Weaver Multimedia Group (“Weaver”) make no endorsement, representation or warranty regarding the suitability, quality or availability of any goods or services advertised or listed in this publication. Listings and advertisements are provided by the subject companies, and ACVB and Weaver shall not be responsible or liable for any inaccuracy, omission or infringement of any third party’s rights therein, or for personal injury or any other damage or injury whatsoever.
Please recycle this guide or pass it on to a friend.
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• Low emissions, clean-diesel engines
• Cuts particulate matter or “black smoke” by 90%
• Can take up to 56 cars off the road
• One of the cleanest modes of transportation on the market today
• Use products that minimize fuel consumption
• Implemented (stringent) policies designed to conserve fuel
• Immediate alternative for those seeking to reduce their energy and carbon footprint
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Reservations/Information toll free: 888-479-8100
• Conventions• Meetings
• Special Events
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country’s largest university-owned art collection, while the Austin Symphony offers sounds of the world’s greatest composers year-round. Whether you’re into dance, music, sculpture, live theatre or fi lm, the city has an attraction for you. See page 78 for more performing arts information.
HISTORY�Whether at the State Capitol or the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, Texas’ storied past is a great part of any Austin visit. A stroll around the Capitol area reveals the historic architecture of the Capitol Visitors Center, the elegant Governor’s Mansion
and the grand facade of the Lorenzo de Zavala State Archives and Library building. The Austin History Center and the Harry Ransom Humanities Research Center house priceless artifacts and fascinating exhibits. See page 72 for more historic sites.
CULTURE�Open-minded Austin welcomes artists and entrepreneurs from all walks of life. Music is the big attraction in the local arts scene, but artists working in every medium fi nd Austin the ideal location for their unique expressions. The Blanton Museum of Art showcases the
The city that never stops, Austin embraces casual spontaneity. Live Music Capital of the World® and so much more, this city is always entertaining, eye-opening and full of life, creativity and new ideas. The essence of Austin is undeniable — you can taste it in local kitchens when you stop in for some of the country’s best barbecue or Tex-Mex. You can hear it at a sold-out show in one of nearly 200 music venues. You can swim in it at free-fl owing, artesian-fed Barton Springs Pool, and try it on at a vintage shop on South Congress. Austin invites you to stop in anytime and stay as long as you want. So, come see what inspires you and create your own Austin playlist.
Welcome to...Austin�city is always entertaining, eye-opening and full of life, creativity and new ideas. The essence of Austin is undeniable — you can taste it in local kitchens when you stop in for some of the country’s best barbecue or Tex-Mex. You can hear it at a sold-out show in one of nearly 200 music venues. You can swim in it at free-fl owing, artesian-fed Barton Springs Pool, and try it on at a vintage shop on South Congress. Austin invites you to stop in anytime and stay as long as you want. So, come see what inspires you and create your
Austin�Photos from top: Austin City Limits Music Festival; On stage at ACL. ©Denise Chambers
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country’s largest university-owned art collection, while the Austin Symphony offers sounds of the world’s greatest composers year-round. Whether you’re into dance, music, sculpture, live theatre or fi lm, the city has an attraction for you. See page 78 for more performing arts information.
NATURE��Austin gives visitors tons of ways to enjoy the beauty of the surrounding landscape. The city is graced with more than 200 parks and an average of 300 days of sunshine each year. Lady Bird Lake in the center of town is perfect for jogging and canoeing, and
Central Texas is known for rolling hills, meandering waterways and small-town charm. Don’t miss the area’s prime swimming holes, water sports and nationally acclaimed golf courses. See page 74 for a full list of outdoor attractions.
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Austin Film Festival10/22–10/29/09Paramount Theatre and various locationsOne of the top film festivals in the country, this cinematic event shines the spotlight on top-billed films and indies alike.512-478-4795, austinfilmfestival.com
Viva la Vida Fest10/24/09, Mexic-Arte MuseumThe annual Día de los Muertos festival features Latino artists, exhibits, entertainment and educational programs.512-480-9373, mexic-artemuseum.org
Martin Luther King, Jr. March and Festival1/18/10, Huston-Tillotson UniversityOutdoor festival celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with performances by some of the city’s finest jazz, blues and gospel musicians. 512-505-3006, mlkcelebration.com
Capitol 10,0004/11/10, Congress Avenue to Auditorium Shores Texas’ largest race and one of the nation’s top 10K runs draws some 10,000 serious and not-so-serious runners. 512-472-3254, statesman.com
Texas Hill Country Wine & Food Festival4/15–4/18/10, Hilton Austin, Hill Country wineries and other venues The best Texas chefs and wineries pair their culinary creations and fruits of the vine at a variety of venues, ranging from an exotic game ranch to a family festival in the park. 512-249-6300, texaswineandfood.org
Fourth of July Fireworks & Symphony7/4/10, Auditorium Shores The Austin Symphony hosts an annual concert of patriotic music that culminates in a spectacular fireworks display over Lady Bird Lake. 512-476-6064, austinsymphony.org
Dates are subject to change. To confi rm, please call the Austin Visitor Center at 866-GO-AUSTIN or check austintexas.org. For more information on Austin's music scene, see the music festival calendar on pg. 17.
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austintexas.orgNewly redesigned and remixed, austintexas.org is your destination for planning tools, featured music experiences, interactive maps and more.
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Special OffersExperiencing Austin without shelling out a ton of money is one of the city’s greatest features. Join the Austin Insider's Club, check out special offers and book fantastic lodging deals online.
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Austin Film Festival10/22–10/29/09Paramount Theatre and various locationsOne of the top film festivals in the country, this cinematic event shines the spotlight on top-billed films and indies alike.512-478-4795, austinfilmfestival.com
Viva la Vida Fest10/24/09, Mexic-Arte MuseumThe annual Día de los Muertos festival features Latino artists, exhibits, entertainment and educational programs.512-480-9373, mexic-artemuseum.org
Martin Luther King, Jr. March and Festival1/18/10, Huston-Tillotson UniversityOutdoor festival celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with performances by some of the city’s finest jazz, blues and gospel musicians. 512-505-3006, mlkcelebration.com
Austin Marathon2/14/10, Downtown AustinOne of the country’s premier races attracts nearly 11,000 participants from around the world. 512-560-4802, youraustinmarathon.com
Star of Texas Fair & Rodeo3/12–3/27/10, Travis County Exposition Center Austin goes cowboy as PCRA competitors hit the arena and area students exhibit prize livestock. Headline entertainers perform concerts nightly.512-919-3000, rodeoaustin.com
Clyde Littlefi eld Texas Relays3/31–4/3/10, Mike A. Myers Stadium, UT campus The premier track and field event brings together the best high school, college and professional athletes from Texas, the U.S. and the world. 800-687-8379, texassports.com
Chuy’s Christmas Parade11/28/09, Congress AvenueA procession of giant balloons, marching bands, vintage cars, celebrities and floats usher in the season of giving.888-439-2489, chuysparade.com
Texas Book Festival10/31–11/1/09, State Capitol BuildingHear readings and attend signings with some of your favorite authors, visit the children's chapter tent and enjoy live music.512-477-4055, texasbookfestival.org
Capitol 10,0004/11/10, Congress Avenue to Auditorium Shores Texas’ largest race and one of the nation’s top 10K runs draws some 10,000 serious and not-so-serious runners. 512-472-3254, statesman.com
Texas Hill Country Wine & Food Festival4/15–4/18/10, Hilton Austin, Hill Country wineries and other venues The best Texas chefs and wineries pair their culinary creations and fruits of the vine at a variety of venues, ranging from an exotic game ranch to a family festival in the park. 512-249-6300, texaswineandfood.org
Republic of Texas Biker Rally6/10–6/13/10, Travis County Exposition Center and Sixth Street The state’s largest motorcycle gathering attracts thousands of bikers for rides, parades and music. 214-904-8456, rotrally.com
Central Texas Juneteenth Celebration6/19/10, Various locations around AustinJuneteenth celebrates the emancipation of slaves in Texas following the end of the Civil War. Festivities include pageants, parades, a carnival and a battle of the bands. 512-542-9823, juneteenthcentraltexas.com
Fourth of July Fireworks & Symphony7/4/10, Auditorium Shores The Austin Symphony hosts an annual concert of patriotic music that culminates in a spectacular fireworks display over Lady Bird Lake. 512-476-6064, austinsymphony.org
Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival8/29/10, Waterloo ParkJoin amateurs and pros alike as they compete their hottest sauces in a taste-off. 512-454-5766, austinchronicle.com
Dates are subject to change. To confi rm, please call the Austin Visitor Center at 866-GO-AUSTIN or check austintexas.org. For more information on Austin's music scene, see the music festival calendar on pg. 17.
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Special OffersExperiencing Austin without shelling out a ton of money is one of the city’s greatest features. Join the Austin Insider's Club, check out special offers and book fantastic lodging deals online.
Get SocialStay up to the minute on what's happening in Austin — follow us on Twitter and become our fan on Facebook.
What’s Your Playlist?Create your own Austin playlist. Flip to the business listings that begin on page 36 for ideas on what to see, do and taste. Jot down your must-sees and top tens here.
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Old Pecan Street Spring Arts Festival 5/1–5/2/10, E. Sixth StreetMusicians, food vendors, artists and craftspeople turn Sixth Street, originally named Pecan Street, into a lively street fair.512-443-6179, oldpecanstreetfestival.com
Trail of Lights and Zilker Christmas Tree12/13–12/23/09, Zilker ParkMonth-long festival begins weekend after Thanksgiving. The pedestrian Trail of Lights transforms a mile-long stretch of Zilker Park into a wonderland of lights.512-974-6700, cityofaustin.org/parks
HEB Presents First Night Austin12/31/09, DowntownA public celebration of the arts, the evening includes street performances, a parade and other family-friendly activities.firstnightaustin.org
Austin Gay & Lesbian International Film Festival9/7–9/12/10 The largest film festival of its kind in the Southwest, aGLIFF returns for screenings, panels and educational sessions. agliff.org
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From the nonstop party on Sixth Street to the nook-and-cranny venues on South Lamar, Austin’s districts are the pulse of the city.
We break it down to the basics on the following pages. For the full Austin experience, take time to hit every part of town — you’re likely to uncover your new favorite band or some vintage boots you just can’t live without.
My Part of TownA Guide to Austin Entertainment Districts
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on South Lamar, Austin’s districts are the pulse of the city.
We break it down to the basics on the following pages. For the full Austin experience, take time to hit every part of town — you’re likely to uncover your new favorite band or some vintage boots you just can’t live without.
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th
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lvd.
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ne o
f the
city
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ldes
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as
and
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prou
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me
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amo
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thou
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stau
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ustin
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catio
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amar
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line
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depe
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fee
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clec
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ook
and
mus
ic s
tore
s.
My Pa
rt of
Town
:A
Guid
e to
Aus
tin E
nter
tain
men
t Dis
trict
s
The Streets: Why Go?
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• Th
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awk
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tings
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gard
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ld H
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Why Go?
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• Bi
g lo
cal a
nd n
atio
nal a
cts
on
two
stag
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tin M
usic
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l•
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nge
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xas’
old
est s
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blue
s cl
ub, V
icto
ry G
rill
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cally
love
d bu
rger
s an
d fri
es
at W
ater
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of A
ustin
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line
from
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omo’
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s, je
welry
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arts
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m a
roun
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okPe
ople
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ve m
usic
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ksta
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aggi
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ley’
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&
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ast A
ustin
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is n
eigh
borh
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feat
ures
the
late
st ta
pas
and
sush
i bar
s wh
ile
down
town
’s h
isto
ric v
enue
s of
fer
live
mus
ic e
very
nig
ht o
f the
wee
k.
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t mis
s 2n
d St
reet
’s c
uttin
g-ed
ge re
tail,
day
spa
and
out
door
ca
fés
and
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e Ar
mst
rong
's b
ike
shop
, Mel
low
John
ny's
.
Hist
oric
attr
actio
ns, i
ndep
ende
nt
eate
ries
and
old
blue
s jo
ints
with
la
id-b
ack
loun
ge s
cene
s m
ake
this
one
of A
ustin
’s to
p ar
tist's
ha
vens
. Che
ck o
ut th
e Te
xas
Stat
e Ce
met
ery,
wher
e m
any g
iant
s of
Te
xas
hist
ory a
re b
urie
d.
Nam
ed fo
r the
eno
rmou
s fla
gshi
p W
hole
Foo
ds M
arke
t, th
is n
eigh
borh
ood
has
grow
n up
ar
ound
thre
e lo
cal i
nstit
utio
ns —
W
ater
loo
Reco
rds,
Boo
kPeo
ple
and
the
orig
inal
Who
le F
oods
, whe
re
you
can
catc
h liv
e m
usic
Thu
rsda
y ev
enin
gs s
easo
nally
.
On th
e Na
tiona
l Reg
iste
r of
Hist
oric
Pla
ces,
Sixt
h St
reet
is
Aus
tin’s
fam
ous
nigh
tlife
de
stin
atio
n wi
th n
early
50
club
s an
d liv
e m
usic
ven
ues.
Sta
nd in
th
e m
iddl
e of
the
seve
n-bl
ock
party
and
hea
r eve
ryth
ing
from
ja
zz a
nd re
ggae
to c
ount
ry a
nd
rock
.
The Streets: Why Go?
My Pa
rt of
Town
:A
Guid
e to
Aus
tin E
nter
tain
men
t Dis
trict
s
cont
…
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• Bi
g lo
cal a
nd n
atio
nal a
cts
on
two
stag
es a
t Aus
tin M
usic
Hal
l•
Inve
ntiv
e m
artin
is a
nd fu
n co
ver b
ands
at C
edar
Str
eet
Cour
tyar
d•
Lege
ndar
y blu
es v
enue
(whe
re
Mud
dy W
ater
s an
d B.
B. K
ing
play
ed),
Anto
ne’s
• Co
med
y sho
ws, D
Js, p
oetry
sl
ams
and
open
-mic
nig
hts
at
the
Scoo
t Inn
• Au
then
tic b
lues
act
s at
div
e ba
r T.
C.’s
Lou
nge
• Te
xas’
old
est s
tand
ing
blue
s cl
ub, V
icto
ry G
rill
• Lo
cally
love
d bu
rger
s an
d fri
es
at W
ater
loo
Ice
Hous
e•
View
of A
ustin
sky
line
from
M
omo’
s •
Book
s, je
welry
and
arts
fro
m a
roun
d th
e wo
rld a
t Bo
okPe
ople
• Li
ve m
usic
, roc
ksta
r art
and
the
roof
top
deck
(Sixt
h St
reet
’s
larg
est)
at M
aggi
e M
ae’s
• Ne
arly
50 d
iffer
ent k
inds
of
tequ
ila a
t Aga
ve•
Fish
and
chi
ps a
nd tr
ivia
nig
ht
at lo
cally
own
ed Ir
ish
pub
B.D.
Ri
ley’
s
Vict
ory G
rill ©
Deni
se C
ham
bers
M
aggi
e M
ae's
roof
top
bar ©
Deni
se C
ham
bers
Anto
ne's
©De
nise
Cha
mbe
rsGu
itar a
rt ou
tsid
e of
Wat
erlo
o Re
cord
s
©An
drea
Gol
od
Hot Shot:Must Sees:Why Go?
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wayn
e Hi
lls
Legendary VenuesFrom the tiny clubs along Sixth Street to the 351-acre Zilker Park with its 60,000-fan capacity, Austin’s live music venues are anything but ordinary. A South Congress classic, The Continental Club presents a full line-up of country, rock, blues and jazz. In the Red River District, Emo’s alternative lounge has launched the careers of countless indie bands. The long-standing Saxon Pub on South Lamar is where locals go to hear fellow singer-songwriters perform.
Local TalentAustin’s local bands make the city a focal point of live music. Spoon, for instance, has a huge national following but got its start at the Austin City Limits Music Festival. Grupo Fantasma is a local favorite blending funk, mambo, merengue and cumbia. Longtime Latin rocker Alejandro Escovedo maintains a large underground following and continues to sell out shows nationwide. The Gourds represent the eclectic roots scene, while Dale Watson, Heybale and Brennen Leigh cover the country music angle. Willie Nelson often receives credit for jumpstarting the city’s music scene in the '70s, but the late blues-rock guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan is perhaps the most famous local legend. The city even erected a memorial statue to its “patron saint of music” on the shores of Lady Bird Lake.
Unmatched FansWith so many great venues and bands, being a music fan in Austin should be easy. But the competition is fi erce, and whether they’re mapping out a strategy for the 1,800-plus musical acts during South by Southwest week or waiting in line for hours for the chance to attend a taping of the Austin City Limits TV show, local fans will do whatever it takes to show their support. Popular bands are often the hottest ticket, but you can also catch live music in the city’s airport, grocery stores, record stores and even City Hall.
Plan AheadTwo rules
apply for
festival-goers booki
ng
hotel rooms: Reserve
early
and do your research
. Some
of the larger festiv
als
send e-mail alerts w
hen
hotels begin accepti
ng
reservations. And be
sure
to visit austintexas
.org for
hotel travel package
s and
discounts to restaur
ants
and attractions.
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To create a great live music scene, you follow a simple recipe: combine great venues, bands and fans. But to make it fl ourish, you have to cultivate all three. In the Live Music Capital of the World®, making it all come together is a way of life.
of the WorldLive Music Capital�
®
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Born and raised Austinite, Jackie Venson
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wayn
e Hi
lls
Plan AheadTwo rules
apply for
festival-goers booki
ng
hotel rooms: Reserve
early
and do your research
. Some
of the larger festiv
als
send e-mail alerts w
hen
hotels begin accepti
ng
reservations. And be
sure
to visit austintexas
.org for
hotel travel package
s and
discounts to restaur
ants
and attractions.
How has growing up in Austin and being a part of mentor groups like Soul Tree Collective shaped your love for music?Austin is the greatest city to live in, ever. Even without the music I’d love it here. The fact that a real band [Unified Tribe] mentored us made the program. We got to see what a tight band really was and we worked towards that. It permanently taught me how to be in a band and I am so grateful for it.
Where do you see the local R&B/Soul music scene going?It’s already growing at an alarming rate, pretty soon we’ll have youth groups and more pro-grams like Soul Tree. It’s all about giving young people a chance to express themselves.
What about Austin inspires you?The people. Everyone is so happy all of the time and I’ve found that to be true only in Austin. It inspires me to not worry about the benign things and to just relax and enjoy my life.
Where do you go to enjoy live music in Austin?Stubb’s, Antone’s, Zilker Park, Ruta Maya and La Zona Rosa. My personal favorite is Antone’s.
What are some of your Austin must-sees?Barton Springs, Mount Bonnell, Alamo Drafthouse, The Greenbelt.
Background on the Urban Music Festival (UMF):Launched as an event to coincide with the annual Texas Relays at U.T., UMF takes place the first weekend in April, downtown on Auditorium Shores from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. UMF features food, family activities and live R&B music. Past headliners have included Chaka Khan, Boys II Men, and The Sugar Hill Gang.
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grateful for it.
Where do you see the local R&B/Soul music scene going?It’s already growing at an alarming rate, pretty soon we’ll have youth groups and more pro-grams like Soul Tree. It’s all about giving young people a chance to express themselves.
What about Austin inspires you?The people. Everyone is so happy all of the time and I’ve found that to be true only in Austin. It inspires me to not worry about the benign things and to just relax and enjoy my life.
Where do you go to enjoy live music in Austin?Stubb’s, Antone’s, Zilker Park, Ruta Maya and La Zona Rosa. My personal favorite is Antone’s.
What are some of your Austin must-sees?Barton Springs, Mount Bonnell, Alamo Drafthouse, The Greenbelt.
Background on the Urban Music Festival (UMF):Launched as an event to coincide with the annual Texas Relays at U.T., UMF takes place the first weekend in April, downtown on Auditorium Shores from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. UMF features food, family activities and live R&B music. Past headliners have included Chaka Khan, Boys II Men, and The Sugar Hill Gang.
was and we worked towards that. It permanently taught me how to be in a band and I am so grateful for it.grateful for it.
Where do you see the local R&B/Soul music scene going?It’s already growing at an alarming rate, pretty soon we’ll have youth groups and more pro-grams like Soul Tree. It’s all about giving young people a chance to express themselves.
What about Austin inspires you?The people. Everyone is so happy all of the time and I’ve found that to be true only in Austin. It inspires me to not worry about the benign things and to just relax and enjoy my life.
Where do you go to enjoy live music in Austin?Stubb’s, Antone’s, Zilker Park, Ruta Maya and La Zona Rosa. My personal favorite is Antone’s.
What are some of your Austin must-sees?Barton Springs, Mount Bonnell, Alamo Drafthouse, The Greenbelt.
Background on the Urban Music Festival (UMF):Launched as an event to coincide with the annual Texas Relays at U.T., UMF takes place the first weekend in April, downtown on Auditorium Shores from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. UMF features food, family activities and live R&B music. Past headliners have included Chaka Khan, Boys II Men, and The Sugar Hill Gang.
Q: How would you describe the Urban Music Festival to someone who has never attended? How does it stand out from other Austin fests? A: It’s so classic in that when you walk in it’s the field, the stage and the talent. That’s all, and that’s all that needs to be there. There doesn’t need to be extravagant special effects or pyrotechnics, it’s almost reminiscent of Woodstock except it’s R&B and soul.
Q: How has growing up in Austin and being a part of mentor groups like Soul Tree Collective shaped your love for music?A: Austin is the greatest city to live in, ever. Even without the music I’d
love it here. The fact that a real band [Unified Tribe] mentored us made the program. We got to see what a tight band really was and we worked towards that. It permanently taught me how to be in a band and I am so grateful for it.
Q: Where do you see the local R&B/soul music scene going?A: It’s already growing at an alarming rate. Pretty soon we’ll have youth groups and more programs like Soul Tree. It’s all about giving young people a chance to express themselves.
Q: What about Austin inspires you?A: The people. Everyone is so happy all of the time and I’ve found that to be true only in Austin. It inspires me to not worry about the benign things and to just relax and enjoy my life.
Q: Where do you go to enjoy live music in Austin?A: Stubb’s, Antone’s, Zilker Park, Ruta Maya and La Zona Rosa. My personal favorite is Antone’s.
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Find YourAustin��Go Gourmet — In Austin, it’s easy to plan a day fi t for a foodie.Half-Day Itinerary: If it
happens to be a Saturday, then the Austin Farmers Market should defi nitely be your fi rst stop. Besides fruits and vegetables, you’ll fi nd artisan breads, homemade cheeses and fresh fl owers. The market is also open Wednesday afternoons year-round. Any other day of the week (except Sunday), head to Central Market, which — in addition to a vast selection of wines — sells high-end olive oils, chocolates, cheeses and other epicurean delights. After you’ve whet your appetite at one of the markets, spend the afternoon in the Texas Hill Country visiting two or three of the many wineries nestled in the lush green hillside. Go to texaswinetrail.com to fi nd maps and everything else you need to plan.
Make It a Full Day: Learn how to roll sushi, cook vegetarian or pair wine and food at the landmark Whole Foods Lamar Culinary Center. Classes are offered most evenings and range from beginner to advanced.
Tune In — There’s a reason Austin is called the Live Music Capital of the World®.
Half-Day Itinerary: Begin the afternoon by visiting the statue of Stevie Ray Vaughan on the shore of Lady Bird Lake, which stands near the spot where the homegrown guitar legend played his last Austin concert. Then, browse the aisles at Waterloo Records, an Austin mainstay often cited as one of the best record stores in the country. As the sun goes down, treat yourself to a show at one of the city’s 200 live music venues. Try wandering down Sixth Street and listening to
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Follow these excursions to sample delicious down-home fl avor, dive into the local music scene and get a close-up look at Austin history.
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Find YourAustinMake It a Full Day: Learn how to roll sushi, cook vegetarian or pair wine and food at the landmark Whole Foods Lamar Culinary Center. Classes are offered most evenings and range from beginner to advanced.
Tune In — There’s a reason Austin is called the Live Music Capital of the World®.
Half-Day Itinerary: Begin the afternoon by visiting the statue of Stevie Ray Vaughan on the shore of Lady Bird Lake, which stands near the spot where the homegrown guitar legend played his last Austin concert. Then, browse the aisles at Waterloo Records, an Austin mainstay often cited as one of the best record stores in the country. As the sun goes down, treat yourself to a show at one of the city’s 200 live music venues. Try wandering down Sixth Street and listening to
the music pouring out of each doorway until you hear something you like. Or, visit austintexas.org for the latest list of venues.
Make it a Full Day: You can really round out your Austin music experience with several weekly tours. On Thursdays, at 3:30 p.m., see how guitars are made at the Collings Guitar Factory. Then, on Fridays, at 10:30 a.m., visit the studio where the legendary TV show Austin City Limits is taped. Visit klru.org and collingsguitars.com for details on each tour.
Take a Trip Back in Time — Roots run deep in Texas' beloved capital city.Half-Day Itinerary: Walk 10-block Congress Avenue and nine-block Sixth Street National Register Districts where you'll fi nd modern skyscrapers sharing blocks with 19th-century buildings such as the Old Bakery (1876),
Millett Opera House (1878), Driskill Hotel (1886), Walter Tips Building (1876) and Robinson-Rosner Building (1856). Historic structures such as St. Mary's Cathedral (1874) and St. David's Church (1854) refl ect Old World architecture. Reserve a spot on a guided tour 9 a.m. Thurs.–Sat. and 2 p.m. on Sun. at austintexas.org.
Make it a Full Day: Spend the afternoon strolling historic Hyde Park, one of Austin's oldest neighborhoods, and the Texas State Cemetery, the resting place of many Texas heroes. Top the day off with a visit to the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum and learn about the Lone Star State through interactive exhibits, historical artifacts, an IMAX® Theatre and the multi-sensory Texas Spirit Theatre. Grab salads and sandwiches at the Story of Texas Café and don't miss the museum's gift shop.
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AFRICAN-AMERICAN-Austin’s African-Americans have played a strong role in the city’s upbringing since Texas gained statehood in 1845.CELEBRATING CULTURAL LEGACIESThe George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center pays tribute to Dr. Washington, the “peanut doctor,” whose efforts aided black sharecroppers throughout the South in the early 20th century. In addition to changing exhibits and educational programs, the facility has four permanent galleries, including an exhibit on Austin African-American families, an artist’s gallery, a children’s exhibit on African-American scientists and inventors, and the core exhibit on the statewide Juneteenth holiday.
Commemorating the ending of slavery, Austin celebrates Juneteenth (June 19) — the day Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863 — each year with parades, picnics and a Battle of the Bands.
The park at the Rosewood Recreation Center is the home of two historical structures: the Madison Log Cabin and the Doris Miller Auditorium. The Madison Log Cabin houses historical documents and relics related to African-American heritage. The Doris Miller Auditorium, named for Pearl Harbor hero Doris “Dorie” Miller, the fi rst African-American recipient of the Navy Cross, hosts year-round classes, workshops and special events. The Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex features a bowling alley, rollerskating rink, a movie theater and arcade.
Come-as-you-are Austin plays to a diverse population of cultures, political leanings and lifestyles. The Mexican American Cultural Center anchors the Latino community, as does the Carver Museum for the city’s African-American neighborhoods. Austin’s growing Asian infl uence has resulted in many festivals, parades and cultural performances. And Austin has long been regarded as one of the friendliest cities in the country for GLBT travelers and residents.
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KEEPING THE RHYTHMAustin is well known for its something-for-everyone music scene, which has evolved from a crossroads of cultures for more than 80 years. And the African-American infl uence has been there from the start. In the 1920s, performers such as Duke Ellington and Count Basie visited the city’s jazz joints. By the 1960s, blues was pumping onto the streets from R&B houses such as the Johnny Holmes’ Historic Victory Grill, once part of a network of venues throughout the South where black musicians performed.
The area along East 11th St. has become known as the East End Cultural Heritage District, where the East End Fourth Fridays and the East End Summertime Concert Series celebrate the area’s heritage with rhythm and blues, jazz and gospel, April through October.
In September, the multi-day Austin Jazz and Arts Festival takes center stage, showcasing nationally and internationally acclaimed musicians and artists at Kenny Dorham’s Backyard. Pro Arts Collective presents a year-round schedule of performances.
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Commemorating the ending of slavery, Austin celebrates Juneteenth (June 19) — the day Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863 — each year with parades, picnics and a Battle of the Bands.
The park at the Rosewood Recreation Center is the home of two historical structures: the Madison Log Cabin and the Doris Miller Auditorium. The Madison Log Cabin houses historical documents and relics related to African-American heritage. The Doris Miller Auditorium, named for Pearl Harbor hero Doris “Dorie” Miller, the fi rst African-American recipient of the Navy Cross, hosts year-round classes, workshops and special events. The Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex features a bowling alley, rollerskating rink, a movie theater and arcade.
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KEEPING THE RHYTHMAustin is well known for its something-for-everyone music scene, which has evolved from a crossroads of cultures for more than 80 years. And the African-American infl uence has been there from the start. In the 1920s, performers such as Duke Ellington and Count Basie visited the city’s jazz joints. By the 1960s, blues was pumping onto the streets from R&B houses such as the Johnny Holmes’ Historic Victory Grill, once part of a network of venues throughout the South where black musicians performed.
The area along East 11th St. has become known as the East End Cultural Heritage District, where the East End Fourth Fridays and the East End Summertime Concert Series celebrate the area’s heritage with rhythm and blues, jazz and gospel, April through October.
In September, the multi-day Austin Jazz and Arts Festival takes center stage, showcasing nationally and internationally acclaimed musicians and artists at Kenny Dorham’s Backyard. Pro Arts Collective presents a year-round schedule of performances.
LATIN-AMERICAN-From food and music to art and cinema, Latin-American infl uences fl ourish around town.¡QUE RICO!Austin is recognized nationally as one of the best cities in the U.S. for Latinos to live and work. One of the best ways to sample local Hispanic culture is through tasty, authentic cuisine. Dishes such as pollo en mole and pescado veracruzano are found at popular eateries such as El Sol y La Luna or the Sunday brunch at Fonda San Miguel. Still looking to satisfy your taste for Tex-Mex? No problem. Ask a local about their favorite spot. There’s great food to be enjoyed at every turn.
CANVASES, COSTUMES AND CINEMAFor a cultural experience like no other, head to the University of Texas at Austin campus. The university’s Blanton Museum, an awe-inspiring 180,000-square-foot museum complex at MLK Blvd. and Congress Ave., boasts one of the most comprehensive collections of contemporary Latin-American
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art in the country. Featuring more than 2,000 works by 600 artists from Mexico, South and Central America, and the Caribbean, the collection demonstrates the rich diversity of the region.
At Mexic-Arte Museum revolving exhibits pay tribute to traditional and contemporary Mexican, Latino and Latin-American art and culture. The museum also sponsors the city’s largest Day of the Dead celebration — a Mexican holiday held in early November to honor the memory of deceased ancestors. Festivities include street festivals, live music, theatrical performances, costume contests and a spirited parade.
More Latino and Chicano art is available at La Peña. Part art gallery, part educational organization and part cultural center, La Peña features rotating exhibits by well-known artists such as Nivia Gonzalez, Sam Coronado and Ester Hernandez. La Peña also sponsors film festivals, musical performances, instructional lectures and literary festivals.
The annual Cine Las Américas, held every spring at various venues throughout the city, features an international festival of
new Latin cinema. For laughs, check out the Latino Comedy Project (LCP), a Tejano Spanglish-speaking, touring sketch-comedy troupe, which performs at different locations throughout Austin.
Or, head to the Austin Latino Music Association’s “Sonidos del Barrio” (Sounds of the Barrio) music series, which showcases a broad array of Latino musical styles. Austin celebrates Latino Music Month in May with performances throughout the city and ending with the Pachanga Festival. The Mexican American Cultural Center at 600 River St. provides multipurpose space for music and dance performances, an exhibit gallery and outdoor plaza.
GLBT-Austin’s GLBT scene has it all. Austin is known for its progressive culture and a strong local GLBT community. The city boasts exciting nightlife and prominent annual events such as the Gay Pride Parade, Austin Gay & Lesbian International Film Festival, Gay Rodeo and biannual Splash Day celebrations.
STAYING CONNECTEDThe Austin Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce provides extensive information on GLBT-friendly businesses and events. An online directory points people in the best direction for dining and shopping and tips on where to find Austin’s hottest happenings. In addition, a large network of local nonprofit organizations are active in the GLBT community and provide several. Call the chamber at 512-474-4422 or visit aglcc.org.
ENTERTAINING OPTIONSThe best place to head for the hottest gay nightlife is Austin’s Warehouse District. Hip, chic and upscale, Rain on 4th is where you can dance to the latest rhythms and club music spun by popular DJs.
Cowboys and cowgirls two-step their way through the night in starched Wranglers and cowboy boots at the Rainbow Cattle Company. Along with the country-western vibe, other evening entertainment features drag shows and Latin dancing.
Oilcan Harry’s has been known as one of the top gay bars in Austin and in America for more than 15 years. The upscale club is home to
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new Latin cinema. For laughs, check out the Latino Comedy Project (LCP), a Tejano Spanglish-speaking, touring sketch-comedy troupe, which performs at different locations throughout Austin.
Or, head to the Austin Latino Music Association’s “Sonidos del Barrio” (Sounds of the Barrio) music series, which showcases a broad array of Latino musical styles. Austin celebrates Latino Music Month in May with performances throughout the city and ending with the Pachanga Festival. The Mexican American Cultural Center at 600 River St. provides multipurpose space for music and dance performances, an exhibit gallery and outdoor plaza.
GLBT-Austin’s GLBT scene has it all. Austin is known for its progressive culture and a strong local GLBT community. The city boasts exciting nightlife and prominent annual events such as the Gay Pride Parade, Austin Gay & Lesbian International Film Festival, Gay Rodeo and biannual Splash Day celebrations.
STAYING CONNECTEDThe Austin Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce provides extensive information on GLBT-friendly businesses and events. An online directory points people in the best direction for dining and shopping and tips on where to find Austin’s hottest happenings. In addition, a large network of local nonprofit organizations are active in the GLBT community and provide several. Call the chamber at 512-474-4422 or visit aglcc.org.
ENTERTAINING OPTIONSThe best place to head for the hottest gay nightlife is Austin’s Warehouse District. Hip, chic and upscale, Rain on 4th is where you can dance to the latest rhythms and club music spun by popular DJs.
Cowboys and cowgirls two-step their way through the night in starched Wranglers and cowboy boots at the Rainbow Cattle Company. Along with the country-western vibe, other evening entertainment features drag shows and Latin dancing.
Oilcan Harry’s has been known as one of the top gay bars in Austin and in America for more than 15 years. The upscale club is home to
cutting-edge music, karaoke nights and a friendly staff ready to mix the perfect martini to start the evening off right.
The Austin Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce's Pride Festival each June is a community event not to miss. This year's two-day PRIDE 2010 will welcome more than 30,000 attendees with DJs, celebrities, a VIP reception and, of course, the popular nighttime Pride Parade and after party in Republic Park. The event also includes an art exhibit, LGBT education display, children’s parade, 5K race and AGLCC brunch.
ON STAGEDon’t miss the Capital City Men’s Chorus, celebrating its 20th season as Austin’s premier gay chorus. Hear ethereal musical renditions throughout the year as these men entertain around town. Find out about upcoming events and purchase tickets online at ccmcaustin.org.
ON SCREENFor the southwest's oldest and largest GLBTQI film event, be sure to attend the Austin Gay and Lesbian International Film Festival (aGLIFF) in September.
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The widely successful festival features more than 150 fi lms spanning topics that include culture, race, immigration status, class, gender identity and expression, age and region. Combining entertainment with community outreach and education, aGLIFF is implementing year-round programming and community projects.
Check the aGLIFF calendar of events at agliff.org for the latest volunteer opportunities, monthly fi lm screenings and independent fi lmmaker labs.
ASIAN�The Asian infl uence is vibrant in Austin.GARDENS, TEMPLES AND DRAGONSThe Asian population in Austin is growing rapidly and is quite diverse. Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, Filipino and Japanese communities all celebrate their unique cultures through local attractions, a variety of festivals and special events.
One of the most popular attractions is the Zilker Botanical Gardens. The 60-acre gardens feature fl ower trails, a butterfl y garden, a rose garden and the Taniguchi
Oriental Garden. Built by Isamu Taniguchi when he was 70 years old, this peaceful paradise features Koi ponds, a Togetsu-kyo bridge and a Japanese teahouse.
The Chua Linh-Son Temple, built in 1984 as a private residence, features a prayer hall and hosts various Vietnamese and Buddhist events. Shop Chinatown Center, an Austin landmark with an Asian grocery store, Asian restaurants and 40 retail shops.
The Austin Asian American Chamber of Commerce hosts the annual Lunar New Year Festival, the Austin Dragon Boat Race and the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival with parades, martial arts, cultural dance performances, parties and music.
The Chamber of Commerce also promotes art and artists from multicultural backgrounds through its Multicultural Artists Partnership. The group highlights artists who are located in Austin and helps build cultural bridges that connect people in Austin and around the world. For more information about the Austin Asian American Chamber of Commerce, visit austinaacc.org.
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The Chua Linh-Son Temple, built in 1984 as a private residence, features a prayer hall and hosts various Vietnamese and Buddhist events. Shop Chinatown Center, an Austin landmark with an Asian grocery store, Asian restaurants and 40 retail shops.
The Austin Asian American Chamber of Commerce hosts the annual Lunar New Year Festival, the Austin Dragon Boat Race and the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival with parades, martial arts, cultural dance performances, parties and music.
The Chamber of Commerce also promotes art and artists from multicultural backgrounds through its Multicultural Artists Partnership. The group highlights artists who are located in Austin and helps build cultural bridges that connect people in Austin and around the world. For more information about the Austin Asian American Chamber of Commerce, visit austinaacc.org.
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GeorGetown 800-436-8696, visitgeorgetown.comKnown for: Historic town squareDetails: Tree-lined streets, early architecture and only-in-Texas shops make up Georgetown’s town square. You can also visit the campus of Southwestern University, the oldest college in Texas.Don’t miss: Tours of 80,000-year-old Inner Space Caverns
rounD rocK512-218-7023, sportscapitaloftexas.comKnown for: “Sports Capital of Texas”Details: Batting cages, paintball parks, golf courses and more — Round Rock invites visitors to get active. Don’t miss: Old Settler's Park, featuring playgrounds, sports facilities and running trails; and Round Rock Premium Outlets, perfect for shopaholics
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The historic town of Fredericksburg, just one hour west of Austin, makes a great base for exploring the Texas Hill
Country wine region, now home to over 30 wineries. Shopping, art galleries, museums, golf, Texas honky-tonks, natural wonders, festivals and romantic accommodations add to the fun! And finish your days with dinners inspired by our German and Texan heritage. So come, savor and enjoy.
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rounD rocK512-218-7023, sportscapitaloftexas.comKnown for: “Sports Capital of Texas”Details: Batting cages, paintball parks, golf courses and more — Round Rock invites visitors to get active. Don’t miss: Old Settler's Park, featuring playgrounds, sports facilities and running trails; and Round Rock Premium Outlets, perfect for shopaholics
Burnet512-756-4297, burnetchamber.orgKnown for: Bluebonnet fieldsDetails: Known as the “Bluebonnet Capital of Texas,” the fields surrounding Burnet are a must-see. Take a hike along the renowned Hill Country Wildflower Trail to be fully immersed in nature’s beauty.Don’t miss: Vanishing Texas River Cruise, departing from Canyon of the Eagles Lodge
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Shopping? Tubing? San Marcos offers this and so much more. Stay awhile, explore the fl avors and get a taste of what you’ve been missing.
GET TO KNOW OUR MANY FLAVORS
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KerrVille800-221-7958, kerrvilletexascvb.comKnown for: Cowboy countryDetails: Kerrville was named after a major in the Texas Rangers, so naturally you’ll fi nd no shortage of cowboy boots and hats in what has now become one of Hill Country’s biggest cities. With the Guadalupe River running through it, the classic western city has picturesque views perfect for family outings.Don’t miss: Museum of Western Art and the Kerr Arts & Cultural Center
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JoHnSon city 830-868-7684 johnsoncitytexaschamber.comKnown for: Historical roots of President Lyndon B. JohnsonDetails: Johnson City was the home of the 36th president, and the town — named after Johnson’s second cousin, the founder — is fi lled with historical lore. Visit LBJ’s boyhood home and former ranch, now a state park.Don’t miss: Hill Country Cupboard’s famous chicken-fried steak
lucKenBacH888-311-8990, luckenbachtexas.comKnown for: Legendary music and a true Texas state of mindDetails: When it was founded, Luckenbach had a population of three people. It’s not that different these days, except now it’s the destination of many a singer/songwriter to pay homage to the namesake town of Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings’ song, “Luckenbach, Texas (Back to the Basics of Love).”Don’t miss: Luckenbach Dance Hall, a Texas Hill Country landmark
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KerrVille800-221-7958, kerrvilletexascvb.comKnown for: Cowboy countryDetails: Kerrville was named after a major in the Texas Rangers, so naturally you’ll fi nd no shortage of cowboy boots and hats in what has now become one of Hill Country’s biggest cities. With the Guadalupe River running through it, the classic western city has picturesque views perfect for family outings.Don’t miss: Museum of Western Art and the Kerr Arts & Cultural Center
Boerne888-842-8080, visitboerne.orgKnown for: Hauptstrasse (Main Street)Details: Unique coffee shops, art galleries and antique stores line historic Main Street, which features bilingual signs that reveal the town’s German heritage. Discover more than 140 historical structures, including Ye Kendall Inn, an 1859 stagecoach stop that is now one of the city’s premier lodging destinations.Don’t miss: Boerne Public Library, housed in the historic Dienger building
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lucKenBacH888-311-8990, luckenbachtexas.comKnown for: Legendary music and a true Texas state of mindDetails: When it was founded, Luckenbach had a population of three people. It’s not that different these days, except now it’s the destination of many a singer/songwriter to pay homage to the namesake town of Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings’ song, “Luckenbach, Texas (Back to the Basics of Love).”Don’t miss: Luckenbach Dance Hall, a Texas Hill Country landmark
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wimBerley512-847-2201, wimberley.orgKnown for: Texas art and Texas pieDetails: Wimberley’s artists’ colony is one of the main reasons why it’s known as one of the “Top 10 Small Towns in North America.” The art goes with the town’s charming collection of storefronts, and visitors line up for a slice of pie at the Wimberley Pie Company, a Texas institution.Don’t miss: Market Days the first Saturday of each month, April–Dec.
San marcoS888-200-5620, toursanmarcos.comKnown for: Outlet mall shoppingDetails: San Marcos is home to Texas State University, and while the San Marcos River flows through the center of town, the main attractions are the Tanger Outlet Center and Prime Outlets-San Marcos, which make one of the largest factory outlet complexes in the world.Don’t miss: Café on the Square, a favorite local hangout
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new BraunfelS800-572-2626, nbcham.orgKnown for: Outdoor recreation and natural adventuresDetails: Perfect for the kids, New Braunfels has made it easy to tube the Guadalupe River or get some sun at the Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort. Head to 120-feet-deep Natural Bridge Caverns, the biggest cavern in Texas.Don’t miss: Ten-day Wurstfest, a festival of entertainment, food and fun Oct. 30–Nov. 8 TE
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StayStayStayStayStayStayStayStayStayStayStayStayStayStayStayStayStayStayStayStayStayStayStayStayStayStayStayStayStayStay���Stay�StayStay�StayStay�StayAirportCOMFORT SUITES AUSTIN–AIRPORTchoicehotels.com 7501 E. Ben White Blvd., Austin 78741 • 512-386-6000 • All-suite property. Complimentary shuttle to and from airport. Large meeting rooms avail-able. In-room refrigerator, coffee-maker, hair dryer and iron/board.
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT AUSTIN AIRPORTmariott.com/ausaa 7809 E. Ben White Blvd., Austin 78741 • 512-386-7464, 800-321-2211
HAMPTON INN & SUITES AUSTIN AIRPORThamptoninn.hilton.com 7712 E. Riverside Dr., Austin 78744 • 512-389-1616, 800-426-7866 • Conveniently located just 1.5 miles from the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Relaxing Hill Country décor.
HILTON AUSTIN AIRPORTaustinairport.hilton.com 9515 Hotel Dr., Austin 78719 • 512-385-6767, 800-HILTONS • Located on the grounds of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Historic hotel with unique architecture, beautiful four-story atrium, outdoor pool and complimentary airport shuttle.
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS AUSTIN AIRPORThiexpress.com 7601 E. Ben White Blvd., Austin 78741 • 512-386-7600, 800-HOLIDAY • Mon–Fri, hot breakfast; weekend, deluxe conti-nental breakfast; free DSL Internet connection in every room; new, full-size swimming pool with extra large Jacuzzi.
LA QUINTA INN & SUITES AIRPORTlq.com 7625 E. Ben White Blvd., Austin 78741 • 512-386-6800, 800-531-5900 • 142-unit hotel with deluxe continental breakfast, free local calls and king rooms with microwaves and refrigerators.
DowntownAT&T HOTEL AND CONFERENCE CENTERmeetattexas.com 1900 University Ave., Austin 78705 • 512-404-3629, 877-744-8822 • Meeting facility on campus includes 300-seat amphitheatre, 800-seat divisible ballroom, classrooms, conference rooms, breakfast rooms, 297 guest rooms and three dining outlets.
AUSTIN MOTELaustinmotel.com 1220 Congress Ave., Austin 78704 • 512-441-1157
AUSTIN SHERATON HOTELsheraton.com/austin 701 E. 11th St., Austin 78701 • 512-478-1111, 800-325-3535 • Located downtown within walking distance to enter-tainment districts, State Capitol and University of Texas. Our bou-tique bar offers Starbucks coffee.
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT AUSTINmarriott.com/auscd 300 E. Fourth St., Austin 78701 • 512-236-8008, 800-321-2211 • Located in the heart of downtown; 449 guest rooms and suites, pool, fitness center, on-site restaurant and Starbucks.
DOUBLETREE AUSTIN – UNIVERSITY AREAaustinuniversity.doubletree.com 1617 N. IH-35, Austin 78702 • 512-479-4000, 800-222-TREE • Centrally located just minutes from the University of Texas at Austin, downtown and entertainment dis-tricts. Free parking, café, business center, fitness center, pool and meeting rooms.
DOUBLETREE GUEST SUITESaustinsuites.doubletree.com 303 W. 15th St., Austin 78701 • 512-478-7000, 800-222-TREE • Elegantly redesigned, downtown all-suite hotel with one- and two-bedroom suites offering full kitchens.
DRISKILL HOTELdriskillhotel.com 604 Brazos St., Austin 78701 • 512-474-5911, 800-252-9367 • Luxury hotel downtown offering traditional and historic guest rooms, as well as fine and casual dining.
EMBASSY SUITES DOWNTOWNaustindowntown.embassysuites.com 300 S. Congress Ave., Austin 78704 • 512-469-9000, 800-EMBASSY • All-suite hotel in heart of down-town and centered around a nine-story atrium. Complimentary break-fast and manager’s reception.
EXTENDED STAY AMERICA DOWNTOWNextendedstay.com 600 Guadalupe, Austin 78701 • 512-457-9994, 800-EXT-STAY • Queen-size beds, relaxing recliner, cable television, fully-equipped kitchen with refrig-erator, stove top and microwave.
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DOUBLETREE AUSTIN – UNIVERSITY AREAaustinuniversity.doubletree.com 1617 N. IH-35, Austin 78702 • 512-479-4000, 800-222-TREE • Centrally located just minutes from the University of Texas at Austin, downtown and entertainment dis-tricts. Free parking, café, business center, fitness center, pool and meeting rooms.
DOUBLETREE GUEST SUITESaustinsuites.doubletree.com 303 W. 15th St., Austin 78701 • 512-478-7000, 800-222-TREE • Elegantly redesigned, downtown all-suite hotel with one- and two-bedroom suites offering full kitchens.
DRISKILL HOTELdriskillhotel.com 604 Brazos St., Austin 78701 • 512-474-5911, 800-252-9367 • Luxury hotel downtown offering traditional and historic guest rooms, as well as fine and casual dining.
EMBASSY SUITES DOWNTOWNaustindowntown.embassysuites.com 300 S. Congress Ave., Austin 78704 • 512-469-9000, 800-EMBASSY • All-suite hotel in heart of down-town and centered around a nine-story atrium. Complimentary break-fast and manager’s reception.
EXTENDED STAY AMERICA DOWNTOWNextendedstay.com 600 Guadalupe, Austin 78701 • 512-457-9994, 800-EXT-STAY • Queen-size beds, relaxing recliner, cable television, fully-equipped kitchen with refrig-erator, stove top and microwave.
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FOUR SEASONS HOTEL AUSTINfourseasons.com/austin 98 San Jacinto Blvd., Austin 78701 • 512-478-4500, 800-332-3442 • Within the heart of the city, offers award-winning service in a setting with beautiful gardens and fresh lake breezes.
HAMPTON INN & SUITES DOWNTOWNaustindowntown.hamptoninn.com 200 San Jacinto Blvd., Austin 78701 • 512-472-1500, 800-HAMPTON • Complimentary hot breakfast and manager’s reception (Mon.–Thurs.); fitness room and pool; room service from PF Chang’s and Fleming’s. Free high-speed Internet and local calls.
HILTON AUSTINaustin.hilton.com 500 E. Fourth St., Austin 78701 • 512-482-8000 • Austin’s largest hotel; 800 rooms adjacent to convention center; walking distance to entertainment and business districts.
HILTON GARDEN INN AUSTIN DOWNTOWN hgiaustin.com 500 N. IH-35, Austin 78701 • 512-480-8181, 800-684-7250 • One block from Sixth Street entertainment district and near Austin’s major attractions.
HOLIDAY INN AUSTIN TOWN LAKEholidayinn.com/austintownlake 20 N. IH-35, Austin 78701 • 512-472-8211, 800-HOLIDAY • Conveniently located a half mile from downtown on the scenic shores of Lady Bird Lake. I-35, exit 233. Free parking.
HOMESTEAD STUDIO SUITESextendedstay.com 507 S. First St., Austin 78704 • 512-476-1818, 800-EXT-STAY • Well-appointed stu-dios featuring fully equipped kitchen; workspace with computer dataport; free fax and copy service; free local phone calls; additional fees for daily housekeeping services.
HOTEL SAINT CECILIAhotelsaintcecilia.com 112 Academy Dr., Austin 78704 • 512-852-2400 • Named in honor of the patron saint of music, art and poetry. Private 14-room luxury hotel with poolside bungalows.
HOTEL SAN JOSEsanjosehotel.com 1316 S. Congress Ave., Austin 78704 • 512-444-7322, 800-574-8897 • Urban, bungalow-style hotel; gardens, swimming pool, bike rentals, music and video libraries; pet-friendly.
HYATT REGENCY AUSTINhyattregencyaustin.com 208 Barton Springs Rd., Austin 78704 • 512-477-1234, 800-233-1234 • Prime downtown convention facility on the shores of Lady Bird Lake and within a short distance of Palmer Events Center, Austin Convention Center, entertainment districts and State Capitol.
INTERCONTINENTAL STEPHEN F. AUSTINaustin.intercontinental.com 701 Congress Ave., Austin 78701 • 512-457-8800 • Historic landmark hotel in the central business district, near State Capitol, University of Texas and Warehouse/Sixth Street Entertainment Districts. Acclaimed Roaring Fork restaurant on first level.
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HOTEL SAN JOSEsanjosehotel.com 1316 S. Congress Ave., Austin 78704 • 512-444-7322, 800-574-8897 • Urban, bungalow-style hotel; gardens, swimming pool, bike rentals, music and video libraries; pet-friendly.
HYATT REGENCY AUSTINhyattregencyaustin.com 208 Barton Springs Rd., Austin 78704 • 512-477-1234, 800-233-1234 • Prime downtown convention facility on the shores of Lady Bird Lake and within a short distance of Palmer Events Center, Austin Convention Center, entertainment districts and State Capitol.
INTERCONTINENTAL STEPHEN F. AUSTINaustin.intercontinental.com 701 Congress Ave., Austin 78701 • 512-457-8800 • Historic landmark hotel in the central business district, near State Capitol, University of Texas and Warehouse/Sixth Street Entertainment Districts. Acclaimed Roaring Fork restaurant on first level.
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LA QUINTA INN – AUSTIN CAPITOLlq.com 300 E. 11th St., Austin 78701 • 512-476-1166, 800-531-5900 • Spacious rooms, in-room cof-feemakers, 25-inch TVs, airport phones, deluxe continental break-fast, swimming pool, fitness room, valet parking, pet-friendly.
MANSION AT JUDGES' HILLjudgeshill.com 1900 Rio Grande St., Austin 78705 • 512-495-1800, 800-311-1619 • Four-star, 48-room boutique hotel with exquisite accommodations and acclaimed restaurant; affordable and inviting for business or pleasure.
OMNI HOTEL AUSTIN DOWNTOWNomnihotels.com 700 San Jacinto Blvd., Austin 78701 • 512-476-3700, 800-THE-OMNI • AAA Four-Diamond hotel conveniently located near downtown entertainment districts, State Capitol, University of Texas campus and convention center.
RADISSON HOTEL & SUITESradisson.com/austintx 111 E. Cesar Chavez, Austin 78701 • 512-478-9611, 800-333-3333 • Newly renovated 413-room hotel with 100 suites overlooking beautiful Lady Bird Lake; short walk from Austin Convention Center, Warehouse District and Texas State Capitol; on-site Starbucks and TGI Friday’s.
RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT AUSTIN DOWNTOWNmarriott.com/ausrd 300 E. Fourth St., Austin 78701 • 512-472-5553, 800-331-3131 • Connected to the Courtyard Austin Downtown; suites include fully equipped kitchen, free wireless Internet, complimentary hot breakfast buffet daily; nightly manager's reception Mon.–Thurs.
IH-35 NorthAMERICA’S BEST VALUE INN CENTRALamericansbestvalueinn.com 909 E. Koenig Ln., Austin 78751 • 512-452-4200, 800-850-4174 • Clean, comfortable rooms; free continental breakfast; close to downtown and the University of Texas.
AUSTIN COMFORT INN NORTHcomfortinn.com 700 Delmar Ave., Austin 78752 • 512-302-5576, 888-424-6423
AUSTIN SUITES NORTHaustinsuiteshotel.com 8300 N. IH-35, Austin 78753 • 512-835-5050, 800-593-6399 • Offering an alter-native to the standard hotel room with the comfort of a suite for the price of a room.
BAYMONT INN AUSTIN NORTHbaymontinns.com 7100 N. IH-35, Austin 78752 • 512-452-9401, 877-BAYMONT • Clean and comfort-able rooms at reasonable prices. Coffeemakers, hair dryers, irons/ironing boards, desk dataports and phones with voicemail.
BEST WESTERN ATRIUM NORTHbestwestern.com/atriumnorth 7928 Gessner Dr., Hwy. 183 @ IH-35, Austin 78753 • 512-339-7311, 800-469-3708 • Interior corridor prop-erty with sky-lit atriums. Deluxe continental breakfast, indoor pool and cable with HBO. Some rooms have Jacuzzi garden tubs.
CAPITAL INN NORTHrodewayinn.com 5656 N. IH-35, Austin 78751 • 512-452-1177, 800-228-2000 • AAA-approved; reason-ably priced rooms. Conveniently located on IH-35 at the 238A exit.
COUNTRY INN & SUITES ATRIUM NORTHcountryinns.com/austintx_north 7400 N. IH-35, Austin 78752 • 512-380-0008, 800-456-4000 • Close to downtown; continental breakfast, high-speed Internet and whirlpool rooms available; meeting room, business center and fitness center.
COURTYARD MARRIOTT AUSTIN CENTRALmarriott.com/auscy 5660 N. IH-35, Austin 78751 • 512-458-2340, 888-758-0889 • Three miles north of University of Texas at Austin and four miles north of downtown Austin; offering comfortable rooms and exceptional Marriott service.
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AUSTIN COMFORT INN NORTHcomfortinn.com 700 Delmar Ave., Austin 78752 • 512-302-5576, 888-424-6423
AUSTIN SUITES NORTHaustinsuiteshotel.com 8300 N. IH-35, Austin 78753 • 512-835-5050, 800-593-6399 • Offering an alter-native to the standard hotel room with the comfort of a suite for the price of a room.
BAYMONT INN AUSTIN NORTHbaymontinns.com 7100 N. IH-35, Austin 78752 • 512-452-9401, 877-BAYMONT • Clean and comfort-able rooms at reasonable prices. Coffeemakers, hair dryers, irons/ironing boards, desk dataports and phones with voicemail.
BEST WESTERN ATRIUM NORTHbestwestern.com/atriumnorth 7928 Gessner Dr., Hwy. 183 @ IH-35, Austin 78753 • 512-339-7311, 800-469-3708 • Interior corridor prop-erty with sky-lit atriums. Deluxe continental breakfast, indoor pool and cable with HBO. Some rooms have Jacuzzi garden tubs.
CAPITAL INN NORTHrodewayinn.com 5656 N. IH-35, Austin 78751 • 512-452-1177, 800-228-2000 • AAA-approved; reason-ably priced rooms. Conveniently located on IH-35 at the 238A exit.
COUNTRY INN & SUITES ATRIUM NORTHcountryinns.com/austintx_north 7400 N. IH-35, Austin 78752 • 512-380-0008, 800-456-4000 • Close to downtown; continental breakfast, high-speed Internet and whirlpool rooms available; meeting room, business center and fitness center.
COURTYARD MARRIOTT AUSTIN CENTRALmarriott.com/auscy 5660 N. IH-35, Austin 78751 • 512-458-2340, 888-758-0889 • Three miles north of University of Texas at Austin and four miles north of downtown Austin; offering comfortable rooms and exceptional Marriott service.
CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL AUSTINcrowneplaza.com/austincen-tral 6121 N. IH-35, Austin 78752 • 512-323-5466, 877-2-CROWNE • Full-service hotel includes banquet facilities, café, club, pool, Jacuzzi, dataports and free parking.
DAYS INN CROSSROADS northaustinhotel.com 820 E. Anderson Ln., Austin 78752 • 512-835-4311, 800-329-7466 • Recently renovated guest rooms; compli-mentary continental breakfast; outdoor pool and free parking.
DAYS INN UNIVERSITYdaysinnuniversityaustin.com 3105 N. IH-35, Austin 78722 • 512-478-1631, 800-329-7466 • Microwave, refrigerator, coffemak-ers; free local calls, parking and continental breakfast; 24-hour café, iron/ironing board, hair dry-ers, in-room safe.
DOUBLETREE HOTEL AUSTINaustin.doubletree.com 6505 N. IH-35, Austin 78752 • 512-454-3737, 800-347-0330 • Unique Spanish Colonial-style hotel located five minutes from downtown and 12 miles from the airport.
DRURY INN & SUITES AUSTIN NORTHdruryhotels.com 6711 N. IH-35, Austin 78752 • 512-467-9500, 800-DRURYIN • Surrounded by din-ing and shopping options, Drury Inn & Suites offers exceptional value together with all the comforts of home.
EMBASSY SUITES HOTEL AUSTIN CENTRALembassysuitesaustinnorth.com 5901 N. IH-35, Austin 78723 • 512-454-8004, 800-EMBASSY • 260-suite hotel located at N. IH-35 and Hwy. 290. Steakhouse and lounge, exercise facility and pool. Computer services; breakfast and manager’s reception.
EXTENDED STAY AMERICA N. CENTRALextendedstayhotels.com 8221 N. IH-35, Austin 78753 • 512-339-6005, 800-EXT-STAY
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EXTENDED STAY DELUXE AUSTIN METROextendedstay.com 6300 U.S. Hwy. 290 East, Austin 78723 • 512-452-0880, 800-EXT-STAY • Studio suites featuring separate living/sleeping areas, ample work space, fully equipped kitchen, on-site laundry and wireless, high-speed Internet.
FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES AUSTIN CENTRAL marriott.com/ausfi 959 Reinli St., Austin 78751 • 512-302-5550, 888-758-0889 • Enjoy clean and comfortable rooms with excellent Marriott service. Minutes from University of Texas at Austin and downtown.
FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES AUSTIN NORTH/PARMER LANE marriott.com 12536 N. IH-35, Austin 78753 • 512-821-0376, 888-758-0889
HABITAT SUITES HOTELhabitatsuites.com 500 E. Highland Blvd., Austin 78752 • 512-467-6000, 800-535-4663 • Austin’s award-winning “green” hotel, Habitat Suites is an all-suite property with 96 units. Featuring spacious suites and luxurious gardens.
HAMPTON INN AUSTIN NORTHaustinnorth.hamptoninn.com 7619 N. IH-35, Austin 78752 • 512-452-3300, 800-HAMPTON
HAWTHORN SUITES AUSTIN CENTRALhawthorn.com 935 La Posada Dr., Austin 78752 • 512-459-3335, 800-527-1133 • 211-suite property with full-size kitchens. Includes hot breakfast buffet and evening social hour, Mon.–Thurs.
HILTON GARDEN INN NORTH AUSTINaustinnorth.hgi.com 12400 N. IH-35, Bldg. C, Austin 78753 • 512-339-3626, 866-237-2306
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS AUSTIN NORTH CENTRALhiexpress.com/austincentral 8500 N. IH-35, Austin 78723 • 512-821-0707, 800-HOLIDAY
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES NORTH AUSTIN/PFLUGERVILLEhiexpress.com/austin-north 14620 N. IH-35, Austin 78728 • 512-251-9110, 800-HOLIDAY • Every room is a two-room suite; free Internet, breakfast and business center.
HYATT PLACE AUSTIN NORTH CENTRALaustinnorthcentral.place.hyatt.com 7522 N. IH-35, Austin 78752 • 512-323-2121, 888-HYATT-HP • Central location, 122 suites, free breakfast buffet, high-speed Internet service, heated outdoor pool and fitness center.
LA QUINTA INN AUSTIN NORTHlq.com 7622 N. IH-35, Austin 78752 • 512-467-1701, 800-531-5900 • 125-room, interior corridor hotel. Free deluxe breakfast, complimen-tary manager’s reception, parking and local phone calls.
LA QUINTA INN HIGHLAND MALLlq.com 5812 N. IH-35, Austin 78751 • 512-459-4381, 800-531-5900
MOTEL 6 AUSTIN CENTRALmotel6.com 8010 N. IH-35, Austin 78753 • 512-837-9890, 800-4-MOTEL6 • Children and pets stay free. Free local calls, cable/HBO, morning coffee and dataports.
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HYATT PLACE AUSTIN NORTH CENTRALaustinnorthcentral.place.hyatt.com 7522 N. IH-35, Austin 78752 • 512-323-2121, 888-HYATT-HP • Central location, 122 suites, free breakfast buffet, high-speed Internet service, heated outdoor pool and fitness center.
LA QUINTA INN AUSTIN NORTHlq.com 7622 N. IH-35, Austin 78752 • 512-467-1701, 800-531-5900 • 125-room, interior corridor hotel. Free deluxe breakfast, complimen-tary manager’s reception, parking and local phone calls.
LA QUINTA INN HIGHLAND MALLlq.com 5812 N. IH-35, Austin 78751 • 512-459-4381, 800-531-5900
MOTEL 6 AUSTIN CENTRALmotel6.com 8010 N. IH-35, Austin 78753 • 512-837-9890, 800-4-MOTEL6 • Children and pets stay free. Free local calls, cable/HBO, morning coffee and dataports.
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MOTEL 6 AUSTIN CENTRAL SOUTHmotel6.com 5330 N. IH-35, Austin 78751 • 512-467-9111, 800-4-MOTEL6
MOTEL 6 AUSTIN NORTHmotel6.com 9420 N. IH-35, Austin 78753 • 512-339-6161, 800-4-MOTEL6
RADISSON HOTEL AUSTIN NORTHradisson.com/austintx_north 6000 Middle Fiskville Rd., Austin 78752 • 512-451-5757, 800-333-3333 • Within walking distance of Highland Mall and Lincoln Village.
RAMADA AUSTIN CENTRAL HOTELramada.com 919 E. Koenig Ln., Austin 78751 • 512-454-1144 • Centrally located; offers outstand-ing value. Ideal for business trav-elers and families alike.
RAMADA LIMITED – AUSTIN NORTHramada.com 9121 N. IH-35, Austin 78753 • 512-836-0079, 800-272-6232 • 156 guest rooms with electronic locks and interior corridor, free hot breakfast, HBO, cable, parking, irons/ironing boards and hair dryers.
RED ROOF INN NORTHredroof.com 8210 N. IH-35, Austin 78753 • 512-835-2200, 800-RED-ROOF • Exterior entry property fea-turing outdoor pool, complimentary coffee, USA Today and an on-site restaurant.
RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT AUSTIN NORTHmarriott.com/ausrn 12401 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin 78753 • 512-977-0544, 888-758-0889 • Conveniently located all-suite hotel with free breakfast buffet, weekday hospital-ity hour and high-speed Internet.
RODEWAY INN UNIVERSITY/DOWNTOWNrodewayinn.com 2900 N. IH-35, Austin 78705 • 512-477-6395, 800-228-2000 • Next to the University of Texas. In-room coffee, iron/ironing board, microwave, refrigerator. Free high-speed Internet.
SPRINGHILL SUITES AUSTIN NORTHmarriott.com/ausne 12520 N. IH-35, Austin 78753 • 512-833-8100, 888-758-0889 • Winner of Marriott’s Platinum Circle Award, all-suite hotel offers rooms with 25 percent more space than average hotel.
STUDIO 6 AUSTIN MIDTOWNstaystudio6.com 6603 N. IH-35, Austin 78752 • 512-458-5453, 888-897-0202 • Extended-stay hotel offering nightly, weekly and month-ly rentals. Each room equipped with full kitchen. Free local calls, HBO and parking.
SUPER 8 CENTRAL/DOWNTOWNsuper8.com 1201 N. IH-35, Austin 78702 • 512-472-8331, 800-800-8000
SUPER 8 MOTEL NORTH AUSTINsuper8.com 8128 N. IH-35, Austin 78753 • 512-339-1300, 800-800-8000 • Interior corridors, heated outdoor pool and spa, free continental break-fast, business center, fitness room, meeting space, guest laundry, pet-friendly, free local calls, and cable.
SUPER 8 UNIVERSITYsuper8.com 5526 N. IH-35, Austin 78751 • 512-451-7001, 800-800-8000 • Three miles from downtown; king, queen or double; iron/iron-ing board, hair dryer, microwave, refrigerator in some rooms, pool, free continental breakfast.
IH-35 SouthAUSTIN MARRIOTT SOUTHmarriott.com/ausap 4415 S. IH-35, Austin 78744 • 512-441-7900, 800-228-9290 • Embrace the Texas Hill Country with 211 comfortable elegant rooms, 9,000 square feet of meeting space, concierge lounge and two unique dining options.
BEST WESTERN SEVILLE PLAZA INNbwaustin.com 4323 S. IH-35, Austin 78744 • 512-447-5511, 800-WESTERN • Offers inside corridors, meeting room, smoking and non-smoking rooms, continental breakfast, out-door pool and exercise room.
CANDLEWOOD SUITES AUSTIN SOUTHcandlewoodsuites.com/austin-south 4320 S. IH-35, Austin 78745 • 512-444-8882, 888-226-3539 • Corner of Ben White and S. IH-35, all-suite property offers compli-mentary laundry and fitness center.
Introducing the $18 million transformation of Hyatt Regency Austin — offering the perfect balance between the city beat and resort calm. Guests will enjoy our freshest features, including Marker 10 Spirits and Cuisine, Perks Coffee and More, SWB-Southwest Bistro, the new 24-hour StayFit@Hyatt Fitness Center, elegant event settings, and as always, signature Hyatt services and amenities. Feel the Hyatt Touch.® For reservations, call 512 477 1234 or visit austin.hyatt.com.
The trademark HYATT and related marks are trademarks of Hyatt Corporation. ©2009 Hyatt Corporation. All rights reserved.
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STUDIO 6 AUSTIN MIDTOWNstaystudio6.com 6603 N. IH-35, Austin 78752 • 512-458-5453, 888-897-0202 • Extended-stay hotel offering nightly, weekly and month-ly rentals. Each room equipped with full kitchen. Free local calls, HBO and parking.
SUPER 8 CENTRAL/DOWNTOWNsuper8.com 1201 N. IH-35, Austin 78702 • 512-472-8331, 800-800-8000
SUPER 8 MOTEL NORTH AUSTINsuper8.com 8128 N. IH-35, Austin 78753 • 512-339-1300, 800-800-8000 • Interior corridors, heated outdoor pool and spa, free continental break-fast, business center, fitness room, meeting space, guest laundry, pet-friendly, free local calls, and cable.
SUPER 8 UNIVERSITYsuper8.com 5526 N. IH-35, Austin 78751 • 512-451-7001, 800-800-8000 • Three miles from downtown; king, queen or double; iron/iron-ing board, hair dryer, microwave, refrigerator in some rooms, pool, free continental breakfast.
IH-35 SouthAUSTIN MARRIOTT SOUTHmarriott.com/ausap 4415 S. IH-35, Austin 78744 • 512-441-7900, 800-228-9290 • Embrace the Texas Hill Country with 211 comfortable elegant rooms, 9,000 square feet of meeting space, concierge lounge and two unique dining options.
BEST WESTERN SEVILLE PLAZA INNbwaustin.com 4323 S. IH-35, Austin 78744 • 512-447-5511, 800-WESTERN • Offers inside corridors, meeting room, smoking and non-smoking rooms, continental breakfast, out-door pool and exercise room.
CANDLEWOOD SUITES AUSTIN SOUTHcandlewoodsuites.com/austin-south 4320 S. IH-35, Austin 78745 • 512-444-8882, 888-226-3539 • Corner of Ben White and S. IH-35, all-suite property offers compli-mentary laundry and fitness center.
CLARION INN & SUITES CONFERENCE CENTERaustexhotel.com 2200 S. IH-35, Austin 78704 • 512-444-0561, 800-434-7378 • 154 executive rooms and suites with 7,200 square feet of meeting and banquet space, business center, restaurant and exercise facility.
COMFORT SUITES SOUTHcomfortsuites.com/hotel/tx452 1701 E. St. Elmo Rd., Austin 78744 • 512-444-6630, 800-517-4000 • Indoor pool/spa, exercise room. Microwave, refrigerator, hair dryer, iron/board, two-line phone with voicemail. Free continental breakfast.
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT SOUTHmarriott.com/ausse 4533 S. IH-35, Austin 78744 • 512-912-1122, 800-321-2211 • Conveniently located near downtown; exceptional facili-ties and dependable service.
DAYS INN SOUTHdaysinn.com 4220 S. IH-35, Austin 78745 • 512-441-9242, 800-329-7466 • Free continental breakfast, local calls and cable with HBO and Cinemax. Refrigerators and hair dryers in all rooms.
FAIRFIELD INN AUSTIN SOUTHmarriott.com/ausfs 4525 S. IH-35, Austin 78744 • 512-707-8899, 800-228-2800 • Always fresh, always clean, rooms include well-lit desk, free cable and free newspaper and continental breakfast.
HAMPTON INN AUSTIN AIRPORT AREA SOUTHhamptoninn.com 4141 Governor’s Row, Austin 78744 • 512-442-4040, 800-HAMPTON • Beautifully deco-rated interior corridor hotel located on IH-35 just three miles south of downtown and four miles from the airport.
HOMEWOOD SUITES SOUTH AIRPORTaustinsouth.homewoodsuites.com 4143 Governor’s Row, Austin 78744 • 512-445-5050, 800-225-5466 • Six miles from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. All-suite hotel with Mediterranean-style décor.
HOWARD JOHNSON OF AUSTINhojo.com 2711 S. IH-35, Austin 78741 • 512-462-9201, 800-367-3935 • Free high-speed Internet. Coffeemakers, blow dryers, irons, ironing boards, fitness room, guest laundry room, pool. Pets accepted.
Introducing the $18 million transformation of Hyatt Regency Austin — offering the perfect balance between the city beat and resort calm. Guests will enjoy our freshest features, including Marker 10 Spirits and Cuisine, Perks Coffee and More, SWB-Southwest Bistro, the new 24-hour StayFit@Hyatt Fitness Center, elegant event settings, and as always, signature Hyatt services and amenities. Feel the Hyatt Touch.® For reservations, call 512 477 1234 or visit austin.hyatt.com.
The trademark HYATT and related marks are trademarks of Hyatt Corporation. ©2009 Hyatt Corporation. All rights reserved.
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LA QUINTA INN IH–35 SOUTHlq.com 4200 S. IH-35, Austin 78745 • 512-443-1774, 800-531-5900 • Clean, comfortable room at a rea-sonable price. Coffeemakers, hair dryers, irons/ironing boards, desk dataports and phones.
LA QUINTA INN OLTORFlq.com 1603 E. Oltorf, Austin 78741 • 512-447-6661, 800-531-5900
MOTEL 6 AUSTIN SOUTHmotel6.com 2707 S. IH-35, Austin 78741 • 512-444-5882, 800-4-MOTEL6 • Pool, guest laundry, free cable and HBO. Close to restaurants.
OMNI AUSTIN HOTEL SOUTHPARKomniaustinsouthpark.com 4140 Governor’s Row, Austin 78744 • 512-448-2222, 800-THE-OMNI • Luxurious 313-guest room property between downtown and airport; 13,000 square feet of flexible meeting space.
RED ROOF INN UNIVERSITYredroof.com 4701 S. IH-35, Austin 78744 • 512-448-0091, 800-RED-ROOF • On I-35, six miles south of downtown and seven miles west of airport. Attractive guest rooms carefully detailed for comfort and convenience.
RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT SOUTHresidenceinn.com 4537 S. IH-35, Austin 78744 • 512-912-1100, 800-331-3131 • Apartment-style extended stay suites, full kitchens, living area with work space and complimentary breakfast buffet.
SPRINGHILL SUITES AUSTIN SOUTHspringhillsuites.com 4501 S. IH-35, Austin 78744 • 512-441-8270, 888-287-9400 • Marriott’s newest brand located midway between the airport and downtown. Luxury, all-suite property.
SUBURBAN EXTENDED STAY HOTEL SOUTHchoicehotels.com 2501 S. IH-35, Austin 78741 • 512-712-9920, 800-951-STAY • 136-room property, coffeemakers, microwaves and refrigerators in all rooms.
WYNDHAM GARDEN HOTEL AUSTINwyndhamaustin.com 3401 S. IH-35, Austin 78741 • 512-448-2444, 800-996-3426 • Full-service boutique hotel, spacious meeting rooms and relaxing courtyard.
NorthwestCANDLEWOOD SUITES AUSTIN ARBORETUM NWcandlewoodsuites.com 9701 Stonelake Blvd., Austin 78759 • 512-338-1611, 800-226-3359 • Everything from executive desk to home entertainment helps guests work smart and relax.
COMFORT INN CEDAR PARKcomfortinn.com 300 E. Whitestone Blvd., Cedar Park 78613 • 512-259-1810, 800-424-6423 • Enjoy a great location, friendly staff and a vari-ety of complimentary amenities.
COMFORT SUITES NWcomfortsuites.com/hotel/tx514 13681 N. Hwy. 183, Austin 78750 • 512-219-1800, 800-424-6423 • Award-winning Comfort Suites features 65 suites, free high-speed Internet and all of the necessary amenities.
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT AUSTIN NWmarriott.com/ausnw 9409 Stonelake Blvd., Austin 78759 • 512-502-8100, 800-431-1577 • In the heart of northwest Austin near shopping, restaurants and major employers.
CRESTWOOD SUITEScrestwoodsuites.com 12989 U.S. Hwy. 183, Austin 78750 • 512-652-4300, 877-EXTENDED • By the day or extended stay, you are assured the utmost in clean and comfortable surroundings. Free local phone calls, cable television and parking.
CROSSLAND ECONOMY STUDIOScrosslandstudios.com 12621 Hymeadow, Austin 78729 • 512-331-4747, 800-398-7829 • Designed specifically for people who need more than just a room.
ECONO LODGE BY CHOICEeconolodge.com 9102 Burnet Rd., Austin 78758 • 512-835-7070, 800-4-CHOICE
EMBASSY SUITES AUSTIN ARBORETUMaustinarboretum.embassys-uites.com 9505 Stonelake Blvd., Austin 78759 • 512-372-8771 • Designed for business and leisure traveler. Two-room suites with sepa-rate bedroom and living areas. Free breakfast and manager's reception.
EXTENDED STAY AMERICA ARBORETUMextendedstay.com 10100 N. Capital of Texas Hwy., Austin 78759 • 512-231-1520, 800-EXT-STAY • Efficiency studios, full kitchens, recliner, cable television. Free local calls, voicemail; laundry. Additional fee for daily housekeeping.
EXTENDED STAY AMERICA ARBORETUM MOPACextendedstay.com 2700 Gracy Farms Ln., Austin 78758 • 512-833-0898, 800-EXT-STAY • Extended-stay hotel in high-tech district. Studios with kitchen, living, sleeping and large work area. Additional fee for daily housekeeping.
EXTENDED STAY AMERICA AUSTIN NWextendedstay.com 13858 N. U.S. Hwy. 183, Austin 78750 • 512-258-3365, 800-EXT-STAY • Designed for America’s road warriors. Recliners, well-equipped kitchen and on-premise laundry. Additional fee for daily housekeeping.
EXTENDED STAY AMERICA NW RESEARCH BLVD.extendedstay.com 12424 Research Blvd., Austin 78759 • 512-219-6500, 800-EXT-STAY • King suites with separate living room and bedroom areas, free breakfast and heated outdoor pool. Additional fee for daily housekeeping.
FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES AUSTIN NWmarriott.com/auspb 11201 N. Mopac, Austin 78759 • 512-527-0734, 800-228-2800 • Suites with separate living and sleeping areas, microwave, mini-refrigerator and CD player. Complimentary high-speed Internet. Free local calls. Outdoor heated pool and whirlpool, exercise room.
HAMPTON INN AUSTIN ARBORETUM NORTHWESTaustinhotelsdirect.com 3908 W. Braker Ln., Austin 78759 • 512-349-9898 • Conveniently located within minutes of the Arboretum and downtown. Free breakfast daily, outdoor pool and fitness facility.
HILTON GARDEN INN AUSTIN NW/ARBORETUMaustinnwarboretum.hgi.com 11617 Research Blvd., Austin 78759 • 512-241-1600, 877-782-9441 • 138 rooms with free, high-speed Internet; business center, indoor pool, hot tub, breakfast café; con-venient to Arboretum.
We are pleased to introduce you to Austin’s newest conference center and hotel.The AT&T Hotel and Conference Center
offers the best of both worlds: a premier meeting location with advancedtechnology features needed to accomplish a successful event. It is conveniently located at The University of Texas at Austin, near all of the music, restaurants
and nightlife that the “Live Music Capital of the World” has to offer.
Please contact us at 512.404.1900 or visit our website at
www.meetattexas.com
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EXTENDED STAY AMERICA ARBORETUMextendedstay.com 10100 N. Capital of Texas Hwy., Austin 78759 • 512-231-1520, 800-EXT-STAY • Efficiency studios, full kitchens, recliner, cable television. Free local calls, voicemail; laundry. Additional fee for daily housekeeping.
EXTENDED STAY AMERICA ARBORETUM MOPACextendedstay.com 2700 Gracy Farms Ln., Austin 78758 • 512-833-0898, 800-EXT-STAY • Extended-stay hotel in high-tech district. Studios with kitchen, living, sleeping and large work area. Additional fee for daily housekeeping.
EXTENDED STAY AMERICA AUSTIN NWextendedstay.com 13858 N. U.S. Hwy. 183, Austin 78750 • 512-258-3365, 800-EXT-STAY • Designed for America’s road warriors. Recliners, well-equipped kitchen and on-premise laundry. Additional fee for daily housekeeping.
EXTENDED STAY AMERICA NW RESEARCH BLVD.extendedstay.com 12424 Research Blvd., Austin 78759 • 512-219-6500, 800-EXT-STAY • King suites with separate living room and bedroom areas, free breakfast and heated outdoor pool. Additional fee for daily housekeeping.
FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES AUSTIN NWmarriott.com/auspb 11201 N. Mopac, Austin 78759 • 512-527-0734, 800-228-2800 • Suites with separate living and sleeping areas, microwave, mini-refrigerator and CD player. Complimentary high-speed Internet. Free local calls. Outdoor heated pool and whirlpool, exercise room.
HAMPTON INN AUSTIN ARBORETUM NORTHWESTaustinhotelsdirect.com 3908 W. Braker Ln., Austin 78759 • 512-349-9898 • Conveniently located within minutes of the Arboretum and downtown. Free breakfast daily, outdoor pool and fitness facility.
HILTON GARDEN INN AUSTIN NW/ARBORETUMaustinnwarboretum.hgi.com 11617 Research Blvd., Austin 78759 • 512-241-1600, 877-782-9441 • 138 rooms with free, high-speed Internet; business center, indoor pool, hot tub, breakfast café; con-venient to Arboretum.
We are pleased to introduce you to Austin’s newest conference center and hotel.The AT&T Hotel and Conference Center
offers the best of both worlds: a premier meeting location with advancedtechnology features needed to accomplish a successful event. It is conveniently located at The University of Texas at Austin, near all of the music, restaurants
and nightlife that the “Live Music Capital of the World” has to offer.
Please contact us at 512.404.1900 or visit our website at
www.meetattexas.com
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HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL & SUITEShiexpress.com/esaustintx 12703 N. FM 620, Austin 78750 • 512-249-8166, 800-641-8167 • All-suite hotel, free high-speed Internet, business center, fitness center, meeting room, outdoor pool and whirlpool. Near Lake Travis.
HOLIDAY INN NORTHWEST/ARBORETUMhotelaustin.com 8901 Business Park Dr., Austin 78759 • 512-343-0888 • Full-service property, wireless Internet, indoor/outdoor pool. Legends Sports Bar. Sports teams friendly. 2,600 square feet of meeting space.
HOMESTEAD STUDIO SUITES ARBORETUMextendstayhotels.com 9100 Waterford Centre Blvd., Austin 78758 • 512-837-6677, 800-EXT-STAY • Just 14 miles from airport; hair dryer, iron/ironing board, kitchenette, cof-feemaker and dataport. Additional fee for daily housekeeping.
HOMEWOOD SUITES NORTHWESTaustinhotelsdirect.com 3908 W. Braker Ln., Austin 78759 • 512-349-9966, 800-225-5466
HYATT PLACE ARBORETUMaustinarboretum.place.hyatt.com 3612 Tudor Blvd., Austin 78759 • 512-231-8491, 888-492-8847 • All-suite, limited-service property in upscale Arboretum shopping and business area.
HYATT SUMMERFIELD ARBORETUMhyattsummerfieldaustin.com 10001 N. Capital of Texas Hwy., Austin 78759 • 512-342-8080, 866-974-9288 • In the Arboretum area, apartment-style living at a lower cost and accessibility to major highways.
LA QUINTA INN & SUITES MOPAC NORTHlq.com 11901 N. Mopac Expwy., Austin 78759 • 512-832-2121, 800-531-5900 • Recently renovated hotel; free continental breakfast, coffeemaker, hair dryer, iron/iron-ing board and free local calls.
NORTHCROSS SUITESnorthcrosssuites.com 7685 Northcross Dr., Austin 78757 • 512-452-9391 • 198 suites with living areas. Full kitchens, full break-fasts, social hours, business and fitness centers.
RENAISSANCE AUSTIN HOTELrenaissanceaustin.com 9721 Arboretum Blvd., Austin 78759 • 512-343-2626, 800-468-3571 • Elegantly eclectic, authentic Austin experience. Recently renovated, luxurious, upscale convention and event facilities, 60,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. Near Arboretum shops, restaurants, movie theaters and nature trails.
RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT NW ARBORETUMmarriott.com/ausri 3713 Tudor Blvd., Austin 78759 • 512-502-8200, 866-343-3087 • Spacious, all-suite hotel. Complimentary breakfast buffet, high-speed Internet, and Mon.–Thurs. hospitality hour.
SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT NW/ARBORETUMspringhillsuites.com 10936 Stonelake Blvd., Austin 78759 • 512-349-0444, 888-287-9400 • King- and double-bed suites, coffeemaker, refrigerator, microwave, free continental breakfast, indoor pool/whirlpool spa, in-room movies.
STAYBRIDGE SUITES AUSTIN ARBORETUMstaybridge.com/ausarboretum 10201 Stonelake Blvd., Austin 78759 • 512-349-0888, 800-238-8000 • One- and two-bedroom suites with fully equipped kitchen, free daily breakfast, evening social hour and self-serve laundry facility.
STUDIO 6 NORTHWESTstaystudio6.com 11901 Pavilion Blvd., Austin 78759 • 512-258-3556, 800-221-4542 • Fully furnished studios with separate living area and kitchen. Includes cable, large vending areas, free local calls and voicemail.
TOWNPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTTmarriott.com/austw 10024 N. Capital of Texas Hwy., Austin 78759 • 512-231-9360, 800-257-3000 • Large suites with living area, full kitchens and 24-hour staffing.
WESTIN AUSTIN AT THE DOMAINwestin.com 11301 Domain Dr., Austin 78758 • 512-944-0364, 800-937-8461
Austin’s Premier HotelBlur the line between business and pleasure. We are convenient
to everything that’s special about Austin; plus, we offer the most versatile and technologically-advanced meeting space.
www.austin.hilton.com 512-682-2700 500 E. 4th St., Austin, TX 78701
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RENAISSANCE AUSTIN HOTELrenaissanceaustin.com 9721 Arboretum Blvd., Austin 78759 • 512-343-2626, 800-468-3571 • Elegantly eclectic, authentic Austin experience. Recently renovated, luxurious, upscale convention and event facilities, 60,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. Near Arboretum shops, restaurants, movie theaters and nature trails.
RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT NW ARBORETUMmarriott.com/ausri 3713 Tudor Blvd., Austin 78759 • 512-502-8200, 866-343-3087 • Spacious, all-suite hotel. Complimentary breakfast buffet, high-speed Internet, and Mon.–Thurs. hospitality hour.
SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT NW/ARBORETUMspringhillsuites.com 10936 Stonelake Blvd., Austin 78759 • 512-349-0444, 888-287-9400 • King- and double-bed suites, coffeemaker, refrigerator, microwave, free continental breakfast, indoor pool/whirlpool spa, in-room movies.
STAYBRIDGE SUITES AUSTIN ARBORETUMstaybridge.com/ausarboretum 10201 Stonelake Blvd., Austin 78759 • 512-349-0888, 800-238-8000 • One- and two-bedroom suites with fully equipped kitchen, free daily breakfast, evening social hour and self-serve laundry facility.
STUDIO 6 NORTHWESTstaystudio6.com 11901 Pavilion Blvd., Austin 78759 • 512-258-3556, 800-221-4542 • Fully furnished studios with separate living area and kitchen. Includes cable, large vending areas, free local calls and voicemail.
TOWNPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTTmarriott.com/austw 10024 N. Capital of Texas Hwy., Austin 78759 • 512-231-9360, 800-257-3000 • Large suites with living area, full kitchens and 24-hour staffing.
WESTIN AUSTIN AT THE DOMAINwestin.com 11301 Domain Dr., Austin 78758 • 512-944-0364, 800-937-8461
Round RockAUSTIN MARRIOTT NORTH AT ROUND ROCKaustinmarriottnorth.com 2600 La Frontera Blvd., Round Rock 78681 • 512-733-6767, 800-865-0546 • Full-service hotel, wireless Internet access, heated lap pool, fitness center, 24-hour business center, concierge, gift shop, jogging trail. Convenient to new outlet mall.
BEST WESTERN EXECUTIVE INNbestwestern.com 1851 N. IH-35, Round Rock 78664 • 512-255-3222, 888-821-5578 • Free continental breakfast, pool and hot tub, laundry, fitness room, meeting room. Mini-fridge and microwave in suites.
CANDLEWOOD SUITEScandlewoodsuites.com 521 S. IH-35, Round Rock 78664 • 512-828-0899, 888-226-3539 • Studio and one-bedroom suites, fully equipped kitchens, free laundry, fitness cen-ter, Internet, CD player and VCR.
COMFORT SUITEScomfortsuites.com 609 Chisolm Trail, Round Rock 78681 • 512-244-2700, 800-517-4000 • Interior corridor suites, executive suites with whirlpools, free continental break-fast. Internet, microwave, refrigera-tor, outdoor heated pool and spa.
COUNTRY INN & SUITEScountryinns.com/roundrocktx 1560 N. IH-35, Round Rock 78681 • 512-828-3800, 800-456-4000
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTTcourtyard.com 2700 Hoppe Trail, Round Rock 78681 • 512-255-5551, 800-321-2211 • Spacious rooms and suites, mini-gym, pool, indoor whirl-pool, breakfast buffet, large meeting room, guest laundry, lounge.
EXTENDED STAY AMERICA555 S. IH-35, Round Rock 78664 • 512-671-7872, 888-802-7677 • Exterior entry property, full kitch-ens, weekly housekeeping and guest laundry facilities.
Austin’s Premier HotelBlur the line between business and pleasure. We are convenient
to everything that’s special about Austin; plus, we offer the most versatile and technologically-advanced meeting space.
www.austin.hilton.com 512-682-2700 500 E. 4th St., Austin, TX 78701
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DAYS INN & SUITESdaysinn.com 1802 S. IH-35, Round Rock 78681 • 512-246-0055, 877-295-3189 • Complimentary deluxe continental breakfast and happy hour, pool and hot tub, guest laun-dry, conference room, microwave, refrigerator, in-room coffee.
HAMPTON INN – AUSTIN/ROUND ROCKaustinhotelsdirect.com 110 Dell Way, Round Rock 78664 • 512-248-9100, 800-426-7866 • Complimentary continental breakfast, Internet, outdoor pool and spa, fitness room; some with microwaves and refrigerators.
HILTON GARDEN INNhiltongardeninns.com 2310 N. IH-35, Round Rock 78681 • 512-341-8200, 800-HILTONS • Microwave, refrigerator, business center, pool, Jacuzzi, exercise room, meeting room, restaurant serves full break-fast; Pavilion Pantry.
HOLIDAY INN & SUITESholiday-inn.com 2340 N. IH-35, Round Rock 78681 • 512-733-2630, 800-833-1516
LA QUINTA INNlq.com 2004 N. IH-35, Round Rock 78681 • 512-255-6666, 800-531-5900 • Outdoor pool, hot tub, exercise facility, sauna, guest rooms with garden tubs, complimentary conti-nental breakfast, meeting room.
LA QUINTA INN & SUITESlq.com 150 Parker Dr., Round Rock 78728 • 512-246-2800, 800-310-0200 • Interior corridors, electronic key locks; free continental breakfast, local calls and voicemail. Suites include mini-fridge and microwave.
RED ROOF INNredroof.com 1990 N. IH-35, Round Rock 78681 • 512-310-1111, 800-RED-ROOF • Pool, continental breakfast, cable, HBO, free local and toll-free calls.
RESIDENCE INN – AUSTIN/ROUND ROCKresidenceinn.com/ausrk 2505 S. IH-35, Round Rock 78664 • 512-733-6700, 800-331-3131 Spacious one- and two-bedroom suites with fully equipped kitchens, separate living area with work space. Complimentary breakfast buffets.
SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTTspringhillsuites.com 2960 Hoppe Trail, Round Rock 78681 • 512-733-6700, 888-287-9400
STAYBRIDGE SUITESstaybridge.com/austintx 520 S. IH-35, Round Rock 78681 • 512-733-0942, 800-238-8000 • Microwave, mini-fridge, free breakfast, busi-ness center, guest laundry, dry cleaning service, indoor pool, whirl-pool, fitness center, meeting room.
ROUND ROCK INN1400 N. IH-35, Round Rock 78681 • 512-255-4437, 800-800-8000 • Spacious studios and one- and two-bedroom suites, fitness center, fully equipped kitchen, Internet access, 24-hour store.
WINGATE INN & CONFERENCE CENTERwingateroundrock.com 1209 N. IH-35, Round Rock 78664 • 512-341-7000, 800-228-1000 • Interior corridors, Internet, microwave, refrigerator, safe, business cen-ter, complimentary continental breakfast, fitness center, pool and indoor whirlpool.
South/SouthwestEXTENDED STAY AMERICA SWextendedstay.com 5100 W. Hwy. 290, Austin 78735 • 512-892-4272, 800-EXT-STAY • Queen, king or two double beds; kitchenette with cook-ing utensils; free local calls and cable. On-site laundry. Additional fee for daily housekeeping service.
EXTENDED STAY DELUXE – AUSTIN METROextendedstay.com 6300 E. Hwy. 290, Austin 78723 • 512-452-0880, 800-EXT-STAY
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS–SW AUSTINhiexpress.com 4892 W. Hwy. 290, Sunset Valley 78735 • 512-891-9500, 800-HOLIDAY • Amenities include deluxe continental breakfast, free local calls, high-speed Internet, coffeemaker, iron/ironing board.
LA QUINTA INN & SUITES SW MOPAClq.com 4424 S. Mopac Expwy., Austin 78735 • 512-899-3000, 800-531-5900 • Comfortable rooms at reasonable prices. Coffeemakers, hair dryers, iron/ironing board, desk dataports and phones with voicemail.
WestMOUNTAIN STAR LODGEmountainstarlodge.com 3573 RR 620 South, Austin 78738 • 512-263-2010, 888-263-2010 • Convenient to
Lakeway and Lake Travis. 40 rooms including four suites; meeting facilities available; pool and com-plimentary continental breakfast.
VINTAGE VILLASvintagevillas.com 4209 Eck Ln., Austin 78734 • 512-266-9333, 800-267-7623 • Guest rooms and con-ference facility overlook Lake Travis in the Hill Country. Spectacular lake and sunset views.
Resorts/SpasBARTON CREEK RESORT & SPAbartoncreek.com 8212 Barton Club Dr., Austin 78735 • 512-329-4000, 866-572-7369 • Barton Creek offers four world-class golf cours-es, spa and an array of amenities in scenic Hill Country. Just minutes from Lake Travis; skiing, sailing, horseback riding and fishing.
CANYON OF THE EAGLEScanyonoftheeagles.com 16942 RR 2341, Burnet 78611 • 512-334-2070, 800-977-0081 • A 940-acre preserve surrounds a striking 64-room rustic lodge and a gour-met restaurant along the shores of Lake Buchanan.
THE CROSSINGSthecrossingsaustin.com 13500 FM 2769, Austin 78726 • 512-258-7243, 877-944-3003 • Progressive learning center, meeting place and wellness spa just outside of Austin in scenic Hill Country.
HORSESHOE BAY RESORThsbresort.com 200 Hi Circle North, Horseshoe Bay 78657 • 830-598-2511, 800-531-5105 • 349-room hotel is the centerpiece of 6,500-acre resort on Lake LBJ north of Austin; three championship golf courses, state-of-the-art put-ting green, fitness club and spa, marina and beach.
HYATT REGENCY LOST PINES RESORT & SPAlostpines.hyatt.com 575 Hyatt Lost Pines Rd., Lost Pines 78612 • 512-308-1234 • New destination resort conveniently located just 13 miles south of Austin airport. Beautifully designed 492 rooms, including 57 suites, on 400 acres near McKinney Roughs Nature Park. 18-hole golf course, full-service spa, river out-fitter, Camp Hyatt, hot-air balloon rides, fishing, equestrian trails and water park.
R E S I D UA L W HOO S H I N G
Zip-lining through McKinney Roughs
Nature Park can be exhilarating.
However, the effects of the world
whistling by may linger. A common
companion ailment is the Safety
Harness Wedgie. Though as your
guide says, better chafed than sorry.
A N T I Q U E H O A R D I N G
Just down the road awaits the Most
Historic Small Town in Texas. Bastrop
is a dangerous place for an itchy credit
card fi nger. And no, we’re not talking
about Jack-a-lopes. This is stuff you
will still want upon returning home.
G O L F S O C K TA N
After 18 holes at Wolfdancer Golf Club,
your feet may be shockingly pasty.
Resist the urge to slather on some
self-tanning product. Instead, give your
toes a chance to soak up some Texas
sunshine while happily drifting along
our 1,000-foot Crooked River pool.
C L I P P I T Y - C LO P E F F E C T
Feeling bow-legged after a morning on
the Renegade Trail? Don’t fret. If a
tender undercarriage has you stepping
gingerly, make it work for you. Saunter
on up to Shellers Barrelhouse
Bar and order a Shiner Bock.
A L L O R N O T H I N G
From extreme exhilaration
to extreme lollygagging,
the Lost Pines Region of
Texas invites you to fi ll
your days any number
of ways. Go, go and go.
Or drift, lounge and sway.
WELCOME TO HYATT LOST P INES, a 400-acre retreat offering something for everyone in the family. Feel free to jump in with both feet. Just be prepared.
DON’T JUST SURVIVE OUT HERE, THRIVE OUT HERE.
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Lakeway and Lake Travis. 40 rooms including four suites; meeting facilities available; pool and com-plimentary continental breakfast.
VINTAGE VILLASvintagevillas.com 4209 Eck Ln., Austin 78734 • 512-266-9333, 800-267-7623 • Guest rooms and con-ference facility overlook Lake Travis in the Hill Country. Spectacular lake and sunset views.
Resorts/SpasBARTON CREEK RESORT & SPAbartoncreek.com 8212 Barton Club Dr., Austin 78735 • 512-329-4000, 866-572-7369 • Barton Creek offers four world-class golf cours-es, spa and an array of amenities in scenic Hill Country. Just minutes from Lake Travis; skiing, sailing, horseback riding and fishing.
CANYON OF THE EAGLEScanyonoftheeagles.com 16942 RR 2341, Burnet 78611 • 512-334-2070, 800-977-0081 • A 940-acre preserve surrounds a striking 64-room rustic lodge and a gour-met restaurant along the shores of Lake Buchanan.
THE CROSSINGSthecrossingsaustin.com 13500 FM 2769, Austin 78726 • 512-258-7243, 877-944-3003 • Progressive learning center, meeting place and wellness spa just outside of Austin in scenic Hill Country.
HORSESHOE BAY RESORThsbresort.com 200 Hi Circle North, Horseshoe Bay 78657 • 830-598-2511, 800-531-5105 • 349-room hotel is the centerpiece of 6,500-acre resort on Lake LBJ north of Austin; three championship golf courses, state-of-the-art put-ting green, fitness club and spa, marina and beach.
HYATT REGENCY LOST PINES RESORT & SPAlostpines.hyatt.com 575 Hyatt Lost Pines Rd., Lost Pines 78612 • 512-308-1234 • New destination resort conveniently located just 13 miles south of Austin airport. Beautifully designed 492 rooms, including 57 suites, on 400 acres near McKinney Roughs Nature Park. 18-hole golf course, full-service spa, river out-fitter, Camp Hyatt, hot-air balloon rides, fishing, equestrian trails and water park.
R E S I D UA L W HOO S H I N G
Zip-lining through McKinney Roughs
Nature Park can be exhilarating.
However, the effects of the world
whistling by may linger. A common
companion ailment is the Safety
Harness Wedgie. Though as your
guide says, better chafed than sorry.
A N T I Q U E H O A R D I N G
Just down the road awaits the Most
Historic Small Town in Texas. Bastrop
is a dangerous place for an itchy credit
card fi nger. And no, we’re not talking
about Jack-a-lopes. This is stuff you
will still want upon returning home.
G O L F S O C K TA N
After 18 holes at Wolfdancer Golf Club,
your feet may be shockingly pasty.
Resist the urge to slather on some
self-tanning product. Instead, give your
toes a chance to soak up some Texas
sunshine while happily drifting along
our 1,000-foot Crooked River pool.
C L I P P I T Y - C LO P E F F E C T
Feeling bow-legged after a morning on
the Renegade Trail? Don’t fret. If a
tender undercarriage has you stepping
gingerly, make it work for you. Saunter
on up to Shellers Barrelhouse
Bar and order a Shiner Bock.
A L L O R N O T H I N G
From extreme exhilaration
to extreme lollygagging,
the Lost Pines Region of
Texas invites you to fi ll
your days any number
of ways. Go, go and go.
Or drift, lounge and sway.
WELCOME TO HYATT LOST P INES, a 400-acre retreat offering something for everyone in the family. Feel free to jump in with both feet. Just be prepared.
DON’T JUST SURVIVE OUT HERE, THRIVE OUT HERE.
V I S I T L O S T P I N E S . C O MV I S I T L O S T P I N E S . C O M
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LAKE AUSTIN SPA RESORTlakeaustin.com 1705 S. Quinlan Park Rd., Austin 78732 • 512-372-7300, 800-847-5627 • Ranked as one of the top five spas in the country. 25,000-square-foot spa treatment facility; 40 cottages; three pools. Indoor and outdoor activities, including water sports.
LAKEWAY RESORT & SPAlakeway.dolce.com 101 Lakeway Dr., Austin 78734 • 512-261-6600, 800-LAKEWAY • Lakeside resort with 170 rooms, four golf courses, mari-na, spa and tennis along the shores of Lake Travis. 17,000-square-foot conference center.
Bed & Breakfasts/Small Inns1110 CARRIAGE HOUSE INNcarriagehouseinn.org 1110 W. 22-1/2 St., Austin 78705 • 512-472-2333, 866-472-2333 • Voted among top 10 best country breakfasts in the U. S. Elegant, romantic, relaxing.
ADAMS HOUSE BED & BREAKFASTtheadamshouse.com 4300 Ave. G, Austin 78751 • 512-453-7696 • Located in historic Hyde Park, features original pine floors, sash windows and 12-foot ceilings.
AUSTIN’S INN AT PEARL STREETinnpearl.com 1809 Pearl St. at Judge’s Hill, Austin 78701 • 512-478-0051, 800-494-2261 • Austin’s finest and most romantic B&B has everything from private balconies to double Jacuzzis.
BEAR CREEK RETREATbearcreekretreat.com 13813 Carpenter Ln., Manchaca 78652 • 512-940-9444 • In Hill Country southwest of downtown; Victorian home with three guest rooms; hot tub; continental breakfast, week-days; Mexican breakfast, weekends.
BED & BREAKFAST SPAbnbspa.com 1309 Meriden Ln., Austin 78703 • 512-499-0081 • Luxurious B&B, outstanding experi-ence of comfort, relaxation and invigoration. Hiking, biking and kayaking available nearby.
BRAVA HOUSEbravahouse.com 1108 Blanco St., Austin 78703 • 512-478-5034, 866-892-5726 • Quiet, peaceful setting and private rooms within walking distance of downtown; serenity in the heart of Austin.
THE INN ABOVE ONION CREEKinnaboveonioncreek.com 4444 W. FM 150, Kyle 78640 • 512-268-1617, 800-579-7686 • Surrounded by balconies and porches, the nine guest rooms are large and comfortable.
LAKESIDE HIDEAWAY B&Blaketravisvacationrentals.com 23914 Pedernales Dr., Spicewood 78669 • 512-264-3422 • Small cot-tage overlooking Lake Travis. Two rooms, one bath, dining room, liv-ing room and full kitchens.
LA VILLA VISTAlavillavista.com 6701 Oasis Pass, Austin 78732 • 512-266-6000 • Tucked above ancient limestone cliffs and nestled in the famous Hill Country, this inn offers spectacular sunsets and Old-World charm.
LOST PARROT CABINSaustincabinrentals.com 15116 Storm Dr., Austin 78734 • 512-266-8916 • Colorful, funky, Key West-style bungalows on Lake Travis; tropical gardens; pool and hot tub; pet-friendly; boat launch.
MI YARD BED AND BREAKFASTmiyardbedandbreakfast.com 2307 Riverside Farms Rd., Austin 78741 • 512-789-3486 • Peaceful getaway, minutes from downtown; coffee bar; wireless Internet; satellite TV; four suites; continental breakfast.
PARK LANE GUEST HOUSEparklaneguesthouse.com 221 Park Ln., Austin 78704 • 512-447-7460, 800-492-8827 • In hip South Congress neighborhood. Private, elegant cottages. Pool and gardens, full breakfast, walking distance from downtown.
ROBIN’S NESTrobinsnestlaketravis.com 1007 Stewart Cove, Austin 78734 • 512-266-3413 • Tucked in a private cove on Lake Travis. Nine rooms; large breakfast; Hill Country.
SERENITY AT LAKE TRAVISserenitybnb.com 15401 Watumba Rd., Austin 78734 • 512-266-0159 • Beautiful, two-story bed and break-fast on hilltop overlooking Lake Travis. Full breakfast served.
STAR OF TEXAS INNstaroftexasinn.com 611 W. 22nd St., Austin 78705 • 512-472-6700, 866-472-6700 • Gorgeous historic home with wrap-around porch and upstairs balcony; wireless Internet; nine beautifully decorated guest rooms.
STRICKLAND ARMS BED & BREAKFASTstricklandarmstexas.com 604 E. 47th St., Austin 78751 • 512-454-4426 • Native limestone turn-of-century home with 12-foot ceilings, formal dining and living areas, individual private sleeping and bathing quarters.
WOODBURN HOUSE BED & BREAKFASTwoodburnhouse.com 4401 Ave. D, Austin 78751 • 512-458-4335, 888-690-9763 • Victorian three-story home with double-wrap porches. Four rooms, private baths, one two-room suite with two-person whirlpool.
RV Parks/CampingAUSTIN LONE STAR RV RESORTaustinlonestar.com 7009 S. IH-35, Austin 78744 • 512-444-6322, 800-284-0206 • At the edge of downtown, spacious RV and tent campsites, as well as log cabins.
EMMA LONG METROPOLITAN PARKcityofaustin.org/parks 1600 City Park Rd., Austin 78730 • 512-346-1831 • One of the few camping spots within city limits; three large camping sites along Lake Austin just minutes from downtown.
MCKINNEY FALLS STATE PARKtpwd.state.tx.us/park/mckinney 5808 McKinney Falls Pkwy., Austin 78744 • 512-243-1643 • Miles of trails, campgrounds with water and electricity, and spectacular waterfalls in a 635-acre park.
OAK FOREST RV PARKoakforest-rvpark.com 8207 Canoga Ave., Austin 78724 • 512-926-8984, 800-478-7275 • Quiet park with country atmosphere; close to city conveniences; full hookups, concrete runways and roads.
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American34Th sTreeT caFÉ34thstreetcafe.com 1005 W. 34th St. (Central) • 512-371-3400 • L, D
annie’s caFÉ & Bar appleanniescatering.com 319 Congress Ave. (Downtown) • 512-472-1884 • B, L
aussie’s Bar anD griLLaussiesbar.com 306 Barton Springs Rd. (South) • 512-480-0952 • L, D
ausTin Java co. austinjava.com 1206 Parkway (Downtown) • 512-476-1829 • 1608 Barton Springs Rd. (South) • 512-482-9450 • 301 W. Second St., Suite 100 (Downtown) • 512-481-9400 • B, L, D
The BeLmonT thebelmontaustin.com 305 W. Sixth St. (Downtown) • 512-457-0300 • L, D
Bess BisTrobessbistro.com 500 W. Sixth St. (Downtown) • 512-477-2377 • L, D, LN
champions sporTs Bar & resTauranT, resiDence innchampionsaustin.com 300 E. Fourth St. (Downtown) • 512-473-0450 • Filled with sports memorabilia, 23 plasma screens and extensive menu of American fare. • B, L, D
Doc’s moTorworks Bar & griLLdocsaustin.com 1123 S. Congress Ave. (South) • 512-448-9181 • 5207 Brodie Ln., Suite 100 (South) • 512-892-5200• L, D
easTsiDe caFÉeastsidecafeaustin.com 2113 Manor Rd. (East) • 512-476-5858 • L, D
Frank hotdogscoldbeer.com 407 Colorado St. (Downtown) • 512-494-6916 • B, L, D, LN
FreDDie’s pLace freddiesplaceaustin.com 1703 S. First (South) • 512-445-9197 • L, D
gaLaXy caFÉgalaxycafeaustin.com 1000 W. Lynn St. (Central) • 512-478-3434 • 46th & Guadalupe St. (North) • 512-323-9494• 9911 Brodie Ln., Suite 750 (South) • 512-233-6000 • B, L, D
grisTmiLL river resTauranT & Bargristmillrestaurant.com 1287 Gruene Rd. (New Braunfels) • 830-625-0684 • In Gruene Historic District. One of the most unique dining spots in Texas since 1977. Open daily at 11am. • L, D
hickory sT. Bar & griLL thehickorystreet.com 800 Congress Ave. (Downtown) • 512-477-8968 • B, L, D
Jo’s joscoffee.com 242 W. Second St. (Downtown) • 512-469-9003 • 1300 South Congress Ave. • 512-444-3800 • B, L, D
kerBey Lane caFÉkerbeylanecafe.com 2606 Guadalupe St. (Central) • 512-477-5717 • 3704 Kerbey Ln. (Central) • 512-451-1436 • B, L, D, LN
LeaFleafsalad.com 419 W. Second St. (Downtown) • 512-474-5323 • L, D
magnoLia caFÉthemagnoliacafe.com 2304 Lake Austin Blvd. (Central) • 512-478-8645 • 1920 S. Congress Ave. (South) • 512-445-0000 • B, L, D, LN
meLTing poTmeltingpot.com/austin 13343 U.S. Hwy. 183 N., Suite 350 (Northwest) • 512-401-2424 • D
moonshine paTio Bar & griLLmoonshinegrill.com 303 Red River St. (Downtown) • 512-236-9599 • L, D
oasis oasis-austin.com 6550 Comanche Trail (West/Lake Travis) • 512-266-2442 • L, D
oLD pecan sTreeT caFÉoldpecanstcafe.com 310 E. Sixth St. (Downtown) • 512-478-2491 • L, D
opaL Divine’s opaldivines.com 700 W. Sixth St. (Downtown) • 512-477-3308 • 3601 S. Congress Ave., Suite K-100 (South) • 512-707-0237 • L, D
paraDise caFÉparadiseonsixth.com 401 E. Sixth St. (Downtown) • 512-476-5667 • L, D
parksiDeparkside-austin.com 301 E. Sixth St. (Downtown) • 512-474-9898 • D, LN
schoLz garTen scholzgarten.net 1607 San Jacinto Blvd. (Downtown) • 512-474-1958 • L, D
shaDy grove theshadygrove.com 1624 Barton Springs Rd. (South) • 512-474-9991 • L, D
souTh congress caFÉsouthcongresscafe.com 1600 S. Congress Ave. (South) • 512-447-3905 • L, D
The Tavernaustintavern.com 922 W. 12th St. (Downtown) • 512-320-8377 • L, D
TeXas chiLi parLortexaschiliparlor.com 1409 Lavaca St. (Downtown) • 512-472-2828 • L, D
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sweeTish hiLLsweetishhill.com 1120 W. Sixth St. (Downtown) • 512-472-1347 • B, L
TeXas French BreaDtexasfrenchbread.com 1722 S. Congress Ave. (South) • 512-440-1122 • B, L
BarbecuearTz riB house artzribhouse.com 2330 S. Lamar Blvd. (South) • 512-442-8283 • L, D
counTy Line on The hiLLcountyline.com 6500 W. Bee Caves Rd. (Southwest) • 512-327-1742 • L, D
counTy Line on The Lake countyline.com 5204 FM 2222 (West) • 512-346-3664 • L, D
green mesQuiTe greenmesquite.net 1400 Barton Springs Rd. (South) • 512-479-0485 • L, D
iron worksironworksbbq.com 100 Red River St. (Downtown) • 512-478-4855 • L, D
Tgi FriDay’s, raDisson hoTeLtgifridays.com 111 E. Cesar Chavez St. (Downtown) • 512-478-2991 • Best vantage point for viewing Austin’s bat colony, lakeside loca-tion adds to the fun atmosphere. • B, L, D
ThisTLe caFÉ on siXThthistlecafe.com 300 W. Sixth St., Suite 103 (Downtown) • 512-275-9777 • B, L, D
waTerLoo ice house waterlooicehouse.com 600 N. Lamar Blvd. (Downtown) • 512-472-5400 • 1106 W. 38th St. (Central) • 512-451-5245 • B, L, D
The wooDLanDwoodlandaustin.com 1716 S. Congress Ave. (South) • 512-441-6800 • D
zaX pinTs & pLaTeszaxaustin.com 312 Barton Springs Rd. (South) • 512-481-0100 • L, D
Asian kenichi ausTinkenichiaustin.com 419 Colorado St. (Downtown) • 512-320-8883 • D
kenoBi resTauranT anD sushi Barkenobiaustin.com 10000 Research Blvd., Suite 138-A (Northwest) • 512-241-0119 • L, D
kyoTo Japanese resTauranTkyotodowntown.com 315 Congress Ave., Suite 200 (Downtown) • 512-482-9010 • L, D
maDam mam’s nooDLes anD moremadammam.com 2514 Guadalupe St. (Central) • 512-472-8306 • L, D
maikomaikoaustin.com 311 W. Sixth St. (Downtown) • 512-236-9888 • L, D
mama Fu’smamafus.com 100 Colorado St. (Downtown) • 512-637-6774 • L, D
mongoLian BBQmongoliangrille.com 117 San Jacinto Blvd. (Downtown) • 512-476-3938 • L, D
p.F. chang’s china BisTropfchangs.com 201 San Jacinto Blvd. (Downtown) • 512-457-8300 • 10114 Jollyville Rd. (Northwest) • 512-231-0208 • L, D
Thai passionthaipassion.com 620 Congress Ave., Suite 105 (Downtown) • 512-472-1244 • L, D
uchiuchiaustin.com 801 S. Lamar Blvd. (South) • 512-916-4808 • D
wiki wiki Teriyakiwikiwikiteriyaki.com 609 Congress Ave. (Downtown) • 512-472-9454 • L, D
yu sushi izagaya206 Colorado St. (Downtown) • 512-708-8887 • L, D
zeneatzen.com 1303 S. Congress Ave. (South) • 512-444-8081 • 3423 N. Guadalupe (Central) • 512-300-2633 • L, D
BakeriesDeLishdelish-cupcakes.com 209 W. Third St. (Downtown) • 512-473-4118
La meXicana Bakeryla-mexicana-bakery.com 1924 S. First St. (South) • 512-443-6369 • B, L, D, LN
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sweeTish hiLLsweetishhill.com 1120 W. Sixth St. (Downtown) • 512-472-1347 • B, L
TeXas French BreaDtexasfrenchbread.com 1722 S. Congress Ave. (South) • 512-440-1122 • B, L
BarbecuearTz riB house artzribhouse.com 2330 S. Lamar Blvd. (South) • 512-442-8283 • L, D
counTy Line on The hiLLcountyline.com 6500 W. Bee Caves Rd. (Southwest) • 512-327-1742 • L, D
counTy Line on The Lake countyline.com 5204 FM 2222 (West) • 512-346-3664 • L, D
green mesQuiTe greenmesquite.net 1400 Barton Springs Rd. (South) • 512-479-0485 • L, D
iron worksironworksbbq.com 100 Red River St. (Downtown) • 512-478-4855 • L, D
J. keLLy’s BBQ jkellysbbq.com 900 E. 11th St. (Downtown) • 512-499-0910 • Located at the entrance of historic East Austin, J. Kelly's BBQ is open 11 a.m.–9 p.m., Mon.–Sat. L, D
LamBerTs lambertsaustin.com 401 W. Second St. (Downtown) • 512-494-1500 • L, D, LN
ruBy’srubysbbq.com 512 W. 29th St. (Central) • 512-477-1651 • L, D
saLT Lick saltlickbbq.com 18001 FM 1826 (Southwest) • 512-858-4959 • L, D
sam’s Bar-B-Q2000 E. 12th St. (East) • 512-478-0378 • L, D, LN
sTuBB’s stubbsaustin.com 801 Red River St. (Downtown) • 512-480-8341 • Legendary venue, barbecue and music, along with Sunday gospel brunch make this a “must-see” spot. • L, D
uncLe BiLLy’s unclebillysaustin.com 1530 Barton Springs Rd. (South) • 512-476-0100 • L, D, LN
BurgerscounTer caFethecountercafe.com 626 N. Lamar Blvd. (Downtown) • 512-708-8800 • B, L
DirTy marTin’s kum-Bak pLacedirtymartins.com 2808 Guadalupe St. (Central) • 512-477-3173 • L, D
Fran’s1822 S. Congress St. (South) • 512-444-5738 • L, D
huT’s hamBurgershutsfrankandangies.com 807 W. Sixth St. (Downtown) • 512-472-0693 • L, D
p. Terry'spterrys.com 404 S. Lamar Blvd. (South) • 512-473-2217 • 3303 N. Lamar Blvd. (Central) • 512-371-9975 • L, D
sanDy’s603 Barton Springs Rd. (South) • 512-478-6322 • L, D
Thai passionthaipassion.com 620 Congress Ave., Suite 105 (Downtown) • 512-472-1244 • L, D
uchiuchiaustin.com 801 S. Lamar Blvd. (South) • 512-916-4808 • D
wiki wiki Teriyakiwikiwikiteriyaki.com 609 Congress Ave. (Downtown) • 512-472-9454 • L, D
yu sushi izagaya206 Colorado St. (Downtown) • 512-708-8887 • L, D
zeneatzen.com 1303 S. Congress Ave. (South) • 512-444-8081 • 3423 N. Guadalupe (Central) • 512-300-2633 • L, D
BakeriesDeLishdelish-cupcakes.com 209 W. Third St. (Downtown) • 512-473-4118
La meXicana Bakeryla-mexicana-bakery.com 1924 S. First St. (South) • 512-443-6369 • B, L, D, LN
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1886 Bakery & caFÉ, DriskiLL hoTeL1886cafeandbakery.com 116 Sixth St. (Downtown) • 512-391-7121 • B, L, D, LN
8212 wine Bar & griLL, BarTon creek resorT & spabartoncreek.com 8212 Barton Club Dr. (West) • 512-329-7959 • Casual setting and menu for a quick lunch before golf or a relaxing meal after your game. • L, D
ancho’s, omni ausTin hoTeL700 San Jacinto (Downtown) • 512-476-3700 • B, L, D
BanDeras, renaissance hoTeLrenaissanceaustin.com 9721 Arboretum Blvd. (Northwest) • 512-795-6100 • Texas-style bistro serves exceptional cuisine of Lone Star state food traditions. • B, L, D
caFÉ JuLienne, inTerconTinenTaL sTephen F. ausTinichotelsgroup.com 701 Congress Ave. (Downtown) • 512-457-8800 • B, L, D
Cajun/CreoleBoiLing poTthe-boiling-pot.com 700 E. Sixth St. (Downtown) • 512-472-0985 • L, D
evangeLine caFeevangelinecafe.com 8106 Brodie Ln. (South) • 512-282-2586 • L, D
gumBo’sgumbosaustin.com 710 Colorado St., Suite 100 (Downtown) • 512-480-8053 • L, D
CaribbeancaFÉ Josiecafejosie.com 1200-B W. Sixth St. (Downtown) • 512-322-9226 • L, D
saBa BLuewaTer caFesabacafe.com 208-D W. Fourth St. (Downtown) • 512-478-7222 • D
Continentalgreen pasTuresgreenpasturesrestaurant.com 811 W. Live Oak St. (South) • 512-444-4747 • L, D
CubanhaBana resTauranThabana.com 709 E. Sixth St. (Downtown) • 512-443-4252 • 2728 S. Congress Ave. (South) • 512-443-4253 • L, D
DelikaTz’skatzneverkloses.com 618 W. Sixth St. (Downtown) • 512-472-2037 • B, L, D, LN
schLoTzsky’sschlotzskys.com 218 S. Lamar Blvd. (South) • 512-476-2867 • L, D
TeXaDeLphiatexadelphia.com 2422 Guadalupe St. (Central) • 512-480-0107 • 501 W. 15th St., Suite B (Downtown) • 512-391-9189 • L, D
ThunDercLouD suBsthundercloud.com 1608 Lavaca (Downtown) • 512-478-3281 • 3200-B Guadalupe St. (Central) • 512-452-5010 • L, D
which wich?whichwich.com 259 W. Third St. (Downtown) • 512-472-9424 • 2348 Guadalupe (Central) • 512-478-9424 • L, D
FrenchaQuareLLe resTauranTaquarellerestaurant.com 606 Rio Grande St. (Downtown) • 512-479-8117 • D
chez nouscheznousaustin.com 510 Neches St. (Downtown) • 512-473-2413 • L, D
Home Cookinghoover’s cookinghooverscooking.com 2002 Manor Rd., Suite C (East) • 512-479-5006 • L, D
ThreaDgiLL’s threadgills.com 6416 N. Lamar Blvd. (North) • 512-451-5440 • L, D
ThreaDgiLL’s worLD heaDQuarTers threadgills.com 301 W. Riverside Dr. (South) • 512-472-9304 • L, D
Hotel15Th sTreeT caFÉ, DouBLeTree guesT suiTesdoubletree.com 303 W. 15th (Downtown) • 512-478-7000 • B, L, D
When you’re looking for exceptional, you’ll always find it at Carmelo’s. With irresistible choices of authentic Italian cuisine, vegetarian fare and an extraordinary selection of fine wines; Carmelo’s Ristorante consistently earns the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. Enjoy live accordion music by Herschel Moody and elegant table-side cooking.
Carmelo’s is the perfect venue for a casual get together, a romantic evening or to host your next special event. Carmelo’s has private rooms for meetings, banquets, Bar Mitzvahs, rehearsal dinners, wedding celebrations, receptions and Holiday Parties.......
Food is our Passion...Your enjoyment our Mission... 504 East 5th Street (512) 477-7497
www.CarmelosRestaurant.com
Steaks, Seafood & PastaR I S T O R A N T E I T A L I A N O
Since 1981
Complimentary Valet ParkingLunch Weekdays/Dinner Nightly
You asked, we heard!
Introducing explosive flavors for your taste buds . . . a choice of smaller portions on selected items . . . and healthy meals.
Visit our new web site, share your opinion to win a free iPOD. Changes abrewing at Carmelo’s, wait and see..........
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1886 Bakery & caFÉ, DriskiLL hoTeL1886cafeandbakery.com 116 Sixth St. (Downtown) • 512-391-7121 • B, L, D, LN
8212 wine Bar & griLL, BarTon creek resorT & spabartoncreek.com 8212 Barton Club Dr. (West) • 512-329-7959 • Casual setting and menu for a quick lunch before golf or a relaxing meal after your game. • L, D
ancho’s, omni ausTin hoTeL700 San Jacinto (Downtown) • 512-476-3700 • B, L, D
BanDeras, renaissance hoTeLrenaissanceaustin.com 9721 Arboretum Blvd. (Northwest) • 512-795-6100 • Texas-style bistro serves exceptional cuisine of Lone Star state food traditions. • B, L, D
caFÉ JuLienne, inTerconTinenTaL sTephen F. ausTinichotelsgroup.com 701 Congress Ave. (Downtown) • 512-457-8800 • B, L, D
The cariLLon, aT&T eXecuTive eDucaTion anD conFerence cenTermeetattexas.com/restaurants.html#carillon 1900 University Ave. (Downtown) • B, D
champions resTauranT & sporTs Bar, resiDence innmarriott.com/ausrd 300 E. Fourth St. (Downtown) • 512-473-0450 • Filled with sports memorabilia, 23 plasma screens and extensive menu of American fare. • L, D
The creeks, hiLTon ausTin airporThilton.com 9515 Hotel Dr. (Airport) • 512-385-6767 • B, L, D
hiLL counTry Dining room, BarTon creek resorT & spa bartoncreek.com 8212 Barton Club Dr. (West) • 512-329-4527 • Resort’s main dining room serves breakfast, lunch and dinner overlooking pool and golf course. • B, L, D
La visTa, hyaTT regency ausTinhyatt.com 208 Barton Springs Rd. (Downtown) • 512-480-2034 • Panoramic view of Lady Bird Lake accompanies each meal. Sizzling
fajitas are among the best in town. • B, L, D
LiBerTy Tavern, hiLTon ausTinhilton.com 500 E. Fourth St. (Downtown) • 512-493-4901 • Casual dining with extensive selec-tion of salads, soups, pastas and sandwiches. • B, L, D
mansion aT JuDges’ hiLLjudgeshill.com 1900 Rio Grande St. (Downtown) • 512-495-1800 • B, D
onion creek griLLe, omni hoTeL souThomnihotels.com 4140 Governor’s Row (South) • 512-383-2795 • B, L, D
pecan Tree resTauranT, hoLiDay inn Town Lakeholiday-inn.com/austintownlake 20 N. IH-35 (Downtown) • 512-634-1271 • Offering a variety of dishes in a casual setting. • B, L, D
roJo reD, ausTin sheraTon hoTeLmarriott.com 701 E. 11th St. (Downtown) • 512-478-1111 • Southwestern cuisine created with local ingredients. • B, L, D
FrenchaQuareLLe resTauranTaquarellerestaurant.com 606 Rio Grande St. (Downtown) • 512-479-8117 • D
chez nouscheznousaustin.com 510 Neches St. (Downtown) • 512-473-2413 • L, D
Home Cookinghoover’s cookinghooverscooking.com 2002 Manor Rd., Suite C (East) • 512-479-5006 • L, D
ThreaDgiLL’s threadgills.com 6416 N. Lamar Blvd. (North) • 512-451-5440 • L, D
ThreaDgiLL’s worLD heaDQuarTers threadgills.com 301 W. Riverside Dr. (South) • 512-472-9304 • L, D
Hotel15Th sTreeT caFÉ, DouBLeTree guesT suiTesdoubletree.com 303 W. 15th (Downtown) • 512-478-7000 • B, L, D
When you’re looking for exceptional, you’ll always find it at Carmelo’s. With irresistible choices of authentic Italian cuisine, vegetarian fare and an extraordinary selection of fine wines; Carmelo’s Ristorante consistently earns the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. Enjoy live accordion music by Herschel Moody and elegant table-side cooking.
Carmelo’s is the perfect venue for a casual get together, a romantic evening or to host your next special event. Carmelo’s has private rooms for meetings, banquets, Bar Mitzvahs, rehearsal dinners, wedding celebrations, receptions and Holiday Parties.......
Food is our Passion...Your enjoyment our Mission... 504 East 5th Street (512) 477-7497
www.CarmelosRestaurant.com
Steaks, Seafood & PastaR I S T O R A N T E I T A L I A N O
Since 1981
Complimentary Valet ParkingLunch Weekdays/Dinner Nightly
You asked, we heard!
Introducing explosive flavors for your taste buds . . . a choice of smaller portions on selected items . . . and healthy meals.
Visit our new web site, share your opinion to win a free iPOD. Changes abrewing at Carmelo’s, wait and see..........
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Travis resTauranT, Lakeway resorT & spalakeway.dolce.com 101 Lakeway Dr. (West) • 512-261-6600 • Unique dining experience, exceptional Southwestern-inspired food with scenic lakeside views. • B, L, D
Trio, The Four seasons ausTinfourseasons.com/austin 98 San Jacinto Blvd. (Downtown) • 512-478-4500 • B, L, D
Ice Creamamy’s ice creamsamysicecreams.com 1012-B W. Sixth St. (Downtown) • 512-480-0673 • 1301 S. Congress Ave. (South) • 512-440-7488 • 3500 Guadalupe St. (Central) • 512-458-6895 • 10000 Research, Suite 140 (Northwest) • 512-345-1006 • 3100 S. Congress Ave., Suite 3A (South) • 512-851-2697
paciugopaciugo.com 241 W. Second St. (Downtown) • 512-474-7600
Teo espresso geLaTocaffeteo.com 1206 W. 38th St. (Central) • 512-451-9555
yogurT pLaneTyogurtplanet.com 4601 N. Lamar Blvd. (North) • 512-452-7888
IndiancLay piT claypit.com 1601 Guadalupe St. (Central) • 512-322-5131 • L, D
ItalianasTi TraTToriaastiaustin.com 408C E. 43rd St. (Central) • 512-451-1218 • L, D
ausTin’s pizzaaustinspizza.com 1600 W. 35th St. (Central) • 512-474-8822 • 2324 Guadalupe (Central) • L, D
BoTTiceLLi’s botticellissouthcongress.com 1321 S. Congress Ave. (South) • 512-916-1315 • D
Brick ovenbrickovenrestaurant.com 1209 Red River (Downtown) • 512-477-7006 • L, D
cannoLi Joe’scannolijoes.com 4715 Hwy. 290 W. (Southwest) • 512-892-4444 • L, D
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Travis resTauranT, Lakeway resorT & spalakeway.dolce.com 101 Lakeway Dr. (West) • 512-261-6600 • Unique dining experience, exceptional Southwestern-inspired food with scenic lakeside views. • B, L, D
Trio, The Four seasons ausTinfourseasons.com/austin 98 San Jacinto Blvd. (Downtown) • 512-478-4500 • B, L, D
Ice Creamamy’s ice creamsamysicecreams.com 1012-B W. Sixth St. (Downtown) • 512-480-0673 • 1301 S. Congress Ave. (South) • 512-440-7488 • 3500 Guadalupe St. (Central) • 512-458-6895 • 10000 Research, Suite 140 (Northwest) • 512-345-1006 • 3100 S. Congress Ave., Suite 3A (South) • 512-851-2697
paciugopaciugo.com 241 W. Second St. (Downtown) • 512-474-7600
Teo espresso geLaTocaffeteo.com 1206 W. 38th St. (Central) • 512-451-9555
yogurT pLaneTyogurtplanet.com 4601 N. Lamar Blvd. (North) • 512-452-7888
IndiancLay piT claypit.com 1601 Guadalupe St. (Central) • 512-322-5131 • L, D
ItalianasTi TraTToriaastiaustin.com 408C E. 43rd St. (Central) • 512-451-1218 • L, D
ausTin’s pizzaaustinspizza.com 1600 W. 35th St. (Central) • 512-474-8822 • 2324 Guadalupe (Central) • L, D
BoTTiceLLi’s botticellissouthcongress.com 1321 S. Congress Ave. (South) • 512-916-1315 • D
Brick ovenbrickovenrestaurant.com 1209 Red River (Downtown) • 512-477-7006 • L, D
cannoLi Joe’scannolijoes.com 4715 Hwy. 290 W. (Southwest) • 512-892-4444 • L, D
carmeLo’s risToranTe carmelosrestaurant.com 504 E. Fifth St. (Downtown) • 512-477-7497 • Authentic Italian cuisine in romantic downtown landmark. • L, D
cipoLLinacipollina-austin.com 1213 W. Lynn St. (Central) • 512-477-5211 • L, D
enoTeca vespaioaustinvespaio.com 1610 S. Congress Ave. (South) • 512-441-7672 • B, L, D
Frank & angie’shutsfrankandangies.com 508 West Ave. (Downtown) • 512-472-3534 • L, D
home sLicehomeslicepizza.com 1415 S. Congress Ave. (South) • 512-444-7437 • L, D
La TraviaTalatraviata.net 314 N. Congress Ave. (Downtown) • 512-479-8131 • L, D
manDoLa’s iTaLian markeTmandolasmarket.com 4700 W. Guadalupe, Suite 12 (Central) • 512-419-9700 • B, L, D
mangia chicago sTuFFeD pizzamangiapizza.com 2401 Lake Austin Blvd. (Central) • 512-478-6600 • 3016 Guadalupe St., Suite 100 (Central) • 512-302-5200 • L, D
porTaBLaportabla.com 1200 W. Sixth St. (Downtown) • 512-481-8646 • B, L, D
primizie osTeriaprimizieaustin.com 1000 E. 11th St. (East) • 512-236-0088 • L, D
reD house pizzeriaredhouselounge.com 1917 Manor Rd. (East) • 512-391-9500 • L, D
romeo’s austinromeos.com 1500 Barton Springs Rd. (South) • 512-476-1090 • L, D
rounDers pizzeriarounderspizzeria.com 1203 W. Sixth St. (Downtown) • 512-477-0404 • L, D
sagrasagrarestaurant.net 1610 San Antonio St. (Central) • 512-535-5988 • L, D
Taverna risToranTetavernabylombardi.com 258 W. Second St. (Downtown) • 512-477-1001 • L, D
Tree house iTaLian griLL treehousegrill.com 2201 College Ave. (South) • 512-443-4200 • D
vespaioaustinvespaio.com 1610 S. Congress Ave. (South) • 512-441-6100 • D
MediterraneanaThenian Bar & griLLathenianbargrill.com 600 Congress Ave. (Downtown) • 512-474-7775 • L, D
Finofinoaustin.com 2908 San Gabriel St. (Central) • 512-474-2908 • L, D
Louie’s 106 louies106.net 106 E. Sixth St. (Downtown) • 512-476-1998 • L, D
marakesh caFÉ & griLL906 Congress Ave. (Downtown) • 512-476-7735 • L, D
MexicancanTina LareDocantinalaredo.com 201 W. Third St. (Downtown) • 512-542-9670 • L, D
carLos ‘n charLie’s cncaustin.com 5973 Hiline Rd. (West/Lake Travis) • 512-266-1683 • L, D
chuy’schuys.com 11680 N. Research Blvd. (Northwest) • 512-342-0011 • 1728 Barton Springs Rd. (South) • 512-474-4452 • L, D
cisco’s1511 E. Sixth St. (East) • 512-478-2420 • B, L
copa copabarandgrill.com 217 Congress Ave. (Downtown) • 512-479-5002 • L
corazon aT casTLe hiLLcorazonatcastlehill.com 1101 W. Fifth St. (Downtown) • 512-476-0728 • L, D
eL arroyoditch.com 1624 W. Fifth St. (Downtown) • 512-474-1222 • L, D
eL chiLÉ caFÉ y canTinaelchilecafe.com 1809 Manor Rd. (East) • 512-457-9900 • L, D
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nuevo Leon resTauranT nuevoleoninaustin.com 1501 E. Sixth St. (East) • 512-479-0097 • L, D
rio granDeriograndemexican.com 301 San Jacinto Blvd. (Downtown) • 512-476-8300 • L, D
sanTa riTa TeX-meXsantaritacantina.com 1206 W. 38th St. (Central) • 512-419-7482 • L, D
serrano’s caFe & canTina serranos.com 1111 Red River St. (Downtown) • 512-322-9080 • L, D
Taco shacktacoshack.com 402 Brazos (Downtown) • 512-473-0101 • B, L
Torchy’s Tacostorchystacos.com 2801 Guadalupe St. (Central) • 512-494-8226 • B, L, D
TruDy’s trudys.com 409 W. 30th St. (Central) • 512-477-2935 • B, L, D
vivo cocina meXicanavivo-austin.com 2015 Manor Rd. (East) • 512-482-0300 • L, D
wahoo Fish Tacoswahoos.com 509-A Rio Grande St. (Downtown) • 512-476-3474 • L, D
zocaLo caFÉzocalocafe.com 1110 W. Lynn St. (Central) • 512-472-TACO • L, D
New AmericanDriskiLL griLLdriskillgrill.com 604 Brazos St. (Downtown) • 512-391-7162 • D
JeFFrey’s jeffreysofaustin.com 1204 W. Lynn St. (Central) • 512-477-5584 • D
oLiviaolivia-austin.com 2043 S. Lamar Blvd. (South) • 512-804-2700 • D
paggi housepaggihouse.com 200 Lee Barton Dr. (South) • 512-473-3700 • D
shoreLine griLLshorelinegrill.com 98 San Jacinto Blvd. (Downtown) • 512-477-3300 • L, D
winkwinkrestaurant.com 1014 N. Lamar Blvd., Suite E (Central) • 512-482-8868 • D
zooTzootrestaurant.com 509 Hearn St. (Central) • 512-477-6535 • D
eL chiLiToelchilito.com 2219 Manor Rd. (East) • 512-382-3797 • 1025 Barton Springs Rd. (South) • 512-609-8923 • B, L, D
eL mercaDo elmercadorestaurant.com 1702 Lavaca St. (Central) • 512-477-7689 • 1302 S. First St. (South) • 512-447-7445 • L, D
eL soL y La Luna elsolylalunaaustin.com 600 E. Sixth St. (South) • 512-444-7770 • B, L, D
FonDa san migueLfondasanmiguel.com 2330 W. North Loop (Central) • 512-469-4121 • D
garriDo's garridosaustin.com 360 Nueces St. (Downtown) • 512-320-8226 • L, D
guero’s Taco Bar guerostacobar.com 1412 S. Congress Ave. (South) • 512-447-7688 • L, D
huLa huThulahut.com 3825 Lake Austin Blvd. (Central) • 512-476-4852 • L, D
iron cacTus resTauranT & margariTa Barironcactus.com 606 Trinity St. (Downtown) • 512-472-9240 • 10001 Stonelake Blvd. (Northwest) • 512-794-8778 • Traditional and pro-gressive Mexican cuisine. One of the top tequila bars in the country. • L, D
Juan in a miLLionjuaninamillion.com 2300 E. Cesar Chavez St. (East) • 512-472-3872 • B, L
La conDesalacondesaaustin.com 400-A W. Second St. (Downtown) • 512-499-0300 • L, D
manueL’s arBoreTummanuels.com 10201 Jollyville Rd. (Northwest) • 512-345-1042 • L, D
manueL’s aT DownTownmanuels.com 310 Congress Ave. (Downtown) • 512-472-7555 • L, D
maria maria mariamariarestaurants.com 415 Colorado St. (Downtown) • 512-687-6800 • D
maria’s Taco Xpresstacoxpress.com 2529 S. Lamar Blvd. (South) • 512-444-0261 • B, L, D
maTT’s eL ranchomattselrancho.com 2613 S. Lamar Blvd. (South) • 512-462-9333 • L, D
mauDie’s caFÉmaudies.com 2608 W. Seventh St. (Downtown) • 512-473-3740 • B, L, D
mauDie’s Toomaudies.com 1212 S. Lamar Blvd. (South) • 512-440-8088 • B, L, D
mi maDre’s2201 Manor Rd. (East) • 512-322-9721 • B, L
Austin FLavorWant to fi nd the best brisket in town? Craving spicy queso dip? Or just seeking a relaxing evening of wine and live jazz?
Austin’s culinary scene will match your mood. Local menus serve up an eclectic range of ethnic restaurants, from Cajun and Asian to Caribbean and Mediterranean; while regional Tex-Mex staples such as fajitas, breakfast tacos and icy margaritas rival smoky Texas barbecue and downhome country cooking. And don’t forget about Austin’s phenomenal fi ne dining and creative fusion options.
Backdrops include rooftop patios with sunset views, backyard picnic tables with live music on makeshift stages and white-tablecloth restaurants with twinkling candlelight. It’s all here!
Log on to austintexas.org and view featured dining experiences, browse area restaurants and search businesses by cuisine. Learn about food-focused events, including Brew B Que in May, the Austin Ice Cream Festival in early August and the locally loved Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival in late August.
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rio granDeriograndemexican.com 301 San Jacinto Blvd. (Downtown) • 512-476-8300 • L, D
sanTa riTa TeX-meXsantaritacantina.com 1206 W. 38th St. (Central) • 512-419-7482 • L, D
serrano’s caFe & canTina serranos.com 1111 Red River St. (Downtown) • 512-322-9080 • L, D
Taco shacktacoshack.com 402 Brazos (Downtown) • 512-473-0101 • B, L
Torchy’s Tacostorchystacos.com 2801 Guadalupe St. (Central) • 512-494-8226 • B, L, D
TruDy’s trudys.com 409 W. 30th St. (Central) • 512-477-2935 • B, L, D
vivo cocina meXicanavivo-austin.com 2015 Manor Rd. (East) • 512-482-0300 • L, D
wahoo Fish Tacoswahoos.com 509-A Rio Grande St. (Downtown) • 512-476-3474 • L, D
zocaLo caFÉzocalocafe.com 1110 W. Lynn St. (Central) • 512-472-TACO • L, D
New AmericanDriskiLL griLLdriskillgrill.com 604 Brazos St. (Downtown) • 512-391-7162 • D
JeFFrey’s jeffreysofaustin.com 1204 W. Lynn St. (Central) • 512-477-5584 • D
oLiviaolivia-austin.com 2043 S. Lamar Blvd. (South) • 512-804-2700 • D
paggi housepaggihouse.com 200 Lee Barton Dr. (South) • 512-473-3700 • D
shoreLine griLLshorelinegrill.com 98 San Jacinto Blvd. (Downtown) • 512-477-3300 • L, D
winkwinkrestaurant.com 1014 N. Lamar Blvd., Suite E (Central) • 512-482-8868 • D
zooTzootrestaurant.com 509 Hearn St. (Central) • 512-477-6535 • D
Seafoodmccormick & schmick’smccormickandschmicks.com 401 Congress Ave. (Downtown) • 512-236-9600 • Extensive menu of fresh seafood flown in daily and served in a sophisticated setting. • L, D
TruLuck’strulucks.com 400 Colorado St. (Downtown) • 512-482-9000 • 10225 Research Blvd., Suite 4000 (Northwest) • 512-794-8300 • L, D
Seafood & SteakeDDie v’s eDgewaTer griLL eddiev.com 301 E. Fifth St. (Downtown) • 512-472-1860 • 9400B Arboretum Blvd. (Northwest) • 512-342-2642 • D
Finn & porTerfinnandporter.com 500 E. Fourth St. (Downtown) • 512-493-4900 • D
perry’s sTeakhouse & griLLeperrysrestaurants.com 114 W. Seventh St. (Downtown) • 512-474-6300 • D
roy’s hawaiian Fusion cuisineroysrestaurant.com 340 E. Second St. (Downtown) • 512-391-1500 • D
iii Forks3forks.com 111 Lavaca St. (Downtown) • 512-474-1776 • D
South Americancasa coLomBiacasa-colombia.com 1614 E. Seventh St. (Downtown) • 512-495-9425 • L, D
Fogo De chaofogodechao.com 309 E. Third St. (Downtown) • 512-472-0220 • L, D
LaTin caFÉ ausTin latincafeaustin.com 101 San Jacinto Blvd. (Downtown) • 512-478-2520 • L, D
SouthwesternhuDson’s on The BenD hudsonsonthebend.com 3509 RR 620 N. (West/Lake Travis) • 512-266-1369 • D
ranch 616 theranch616.com 616 Nueces (Downtown) • 512-479-7616 • L, D
roaring Forkeddiev.com 701 Congress Ave. (Downtown) • 512-583-0000 • L, D
z’TeJas souThwesTern griLL ztejas.com 1110 W. Sixth St. (Downtown) • 512-478-5355 • 9400A Arboretum Blvd. (Northwest) • 512-346-3506 • L, D
SpanishmaLaga wine anD Tapas Barmalagatapasbar.com 440 W. Second St. (Downtown) • 512-236-8020 • D
SteakhousesausTin LanD & caTTLe co.austinlandandcattlecompany.com 1205 N. Lamar Blvd. (Downtown) • 512-472-1813 • D
FLeming’s prime sTeakhouse & wine Barflemingssteakhouse.com 320 E. Second St. (Downtown) • 512-457-1500 • D
The originaL hoFFBrauoriginalhoffbrausteaks.com 613 W. Sixth St. (Downtown) • 512-472-0822 • L, D
ruTh’s chris sTeak houseruthschris-austin.com 107 W. Sixth St. (Downtown) • 512-477-7884 • More than 20 years’ experience, USDA prime steaks, six private dining rooms and an elegant atmo-sphere guarantee your banquet will be a sizzling success. • D
suLLivan’s sTeak house sullivansteakhouse.com 300 Colorado St. (Downtown) • 512-495-6504 • L, D
Vegetariancasa De Luzcasadeluz.org 1701 Toomey Rd. (South) • 512-476-2535 • B, L, D
mr. naTuraLmrnatural-austin.com 2414-A S. Lamar Blvd. (South) • 512-916-9223 • 1901 E. Cesar Chavez (East) • 512-477-5228 • B, L, D
reD river caFÉ2912 Medical Arts St. (Central) • 512-472-0385 • B, L, D
manueL’s aT DownTownmanuels.com 310 Congress Ave. (Downtown) • 512-472-7555 • L, D
maria maria mariamariarestaurants.com 415 Colorado St. (Downtown) • 512-687-6800 • D
maria’s Taco Xpresstacoxpress.com 2529 S. Lamar Blvd. (South) • 512-444-0261 • B, L, D
maTT’s eL ranchomattselrancho.com 2613 S. Lamar Blvd. (South) • 512-462-9333 • L, D
mauDie’s caFÉmaudies.com 2608 W. Seventh St. (Downtown) • 512-473-3740 • B, L, D
mauDie’s Toomaudies.com 1212 S. Lamar Blvd. (South) • 512-440-8088 • B, L, D
mi maDre’s2201 Manor Rd. (East) • 512-322-9721 • B, L
Austin FLavorWant to fi nd the best brisket in town? Craving spicy queso dip? Or just seeking a relaxing evening of wine and live jazz?
Austin’s culinary scene will match your mood. Local menus serve up an eclectic range of ethnic restaurants, from Cajun and Asian to Caribbean and Mediterranean; while regional Tex-Mex staples such as fajitas, breakfast tacos and icy margaritas rival smoky Texas barbecue and downhome country cooking. And don’t forget about Austin’s phenomenal fi ne dining and creative fusion options.
Backdrops include rooftop patios with sunset views, backyard picnic tables with live music on makeshift stages and white-tablecloth restaurants with twinkling candlelight. It’s all here!
Log on to austintexas.org and view featured dining experiences, browse area restaurants and search businesses by cuisine. Learn about food-focused events, including Brew B Que in May, the Austin Ice Cream Festival in early August and the locally loved Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival in late August.
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Downtown/CentralBROWN BARthebrownbar.com 201 W. Eighth St. • 512-480-8330
CEDAR DOORcedardooraustin.com 201 Brazos St. • 512-473-3712
CHAMPIONS SPORTS BAR & RESTAURANTchampionsaustin.com 300 E. Fourth St. • 512-473-0450
CHARLIE’S AUSTINcharliesaustin.com 1301 Lavaca St. • 512-474-6481
COCKPITcockpitaustin.com 113 San Jacinto Blvd. • 512-457-8010
COPA copabarandgrill.com217 Congress Ave. • 512-479-5002
ELEPHANT ROOM elephantroom.com 315 Congress Ave. • 512-473-2279
FOUR SEASONS LOBBY LOUNGE fourseasons.com/austin 98 San Jacinto Blvd. • 512-478-4500
KARMA LOUNGEkarma-austin.com 119 W. Eighth St. • 512-469-0504
LOBBY LOUNGE –OMNI AUSTIN HOTEL DOWNTOWNomniaustindowntown.com 700 San Jacinto Blvd. • 512-476-3700
MALVERDE malverdeaustin.com 400-B W. Second St.
THE MARQthemarqaustin.com 422 Congress Ave. • 512-322-5180
PRAGUE pragueaustin.com 422 Congress Ave. • 512-477-2483
RADISSON HOTEL LOBBY LOUNGE radisson.com/austintx 111 E. Cesar Chavez • 512-478-9611
SHOAL CREEK SALOON shoalcreeksaloon.com 909 N. Lamar Blvd. • 512-474-0805
SKY LOUNGEskyaustin.com 416 Congress Ave. • 512-542-0029
STEPHEN F’S – INTERCONTINENTALSTEPHEN F. AUSTIN HOTELaustin.intercontinental.com 701 Congress Ave. • 512-457-8800
THE VINTAGE LOUNGE504-B Trinity • 512-567-1597
East AustinLONGBRANCH INN scoot-inn.com/eastinns/index.php 1133 E. 11th St. • 512-472-5591
SCOOT INN eastinns.com 1308 E. Fourth St. • 512-478-6200
TC’S LOUNGE myspace.com/tcswednesdays 1413 Webberville Rd. • 512-926-2200
VICTORY GRILL historicvictorygrill.org 1104 E. 11th St. • 512-902-5057
Market DistrictBETSY’S BARbetsysbaraustin.com 301 W. Sixth St. • 512-480-9433
DONN’S DEPOT donnsdepot.com 1600 W. Fifth St. • 512-478-3142
GRUVgruvaustin.com 101 W. Fifth St. • 512-467-4556
HI-LOhiloaustin.com 301 W. Sixth St. • 512-480-9433
J. BLACK’Sjblacks.com 710 W. Sixth St. • 512-433-6954
KEY BARkeybaraustin.com 617 W. Sixth St. • 512-236-9389
LITTLE WOODROW’Slittlewoodrows.com 520 W. Sixth St. • 512-477-2337
MEAN-EYED CAT themeaneyedcat.com 1621 W. Fifth St. • 512-472-6326
MEOWkatzneverkloses.com 618 W. Sixth St. • 512-467-2838
MOLOTOV LOUNGEmolotovlounge.com 719 W. Sixth St. • 512-499-0600
MOMO’S momosclub.com 618 W. Sixth St., #200 • 512-479-8848
MOTHER EGAN’S IRISH PUB mothereagansirishpub.com 715 W. Sixth St. • 512-478-7747
THIRD BASEthirdbaseaustin.com 1717 W. Sixth St., Bldg. 2, Suite 210-R • 512-476-2273
UNION PARKunionparkaustin.com 612 W. Sixth St. • 512-478-7275
Red River DistrictBEAUTY BAR myspace.com/beautybaraustin 617 E. Seventh St. • 512-391-1943
BEERLAND beerlandtexas.com 711 Red River St. • 512-479-7625
BULL MCCABE’Smyspace.com/bullmccabesirishpub 714 Red River St. • 512-472-1170
CLUB DEVILLE myspace.com/clubdeville 900 Red River St. • 512-457-0900
CREEKSIDE LOUNGE thecreeksidelounge.com 606 E. Seventh St. • 512-480-5988
ELYSIUM elysiumonline.net 705 Red River St. • 512-478-2979
EMO’S emosaustin.com 603 Red River St. • 512-505-8541
HEADHUNTERS headhuntersclub.com 720 Red River St. • 512-236-0188
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MOHAWK mohawkaustin.com 912 Red River St. • 512-905-3030
MUG SHOTSmugshots.com 407 E. Seventh St. • 512-236-0008
PLUSH 617 Red River St. • 512-478-0099
RED EYED FLY redeyedfly.com 715 Red River St. • 512-474-1084
RED 7 myspace.com.redsev-enaustin 611 E. Seventh St. • 512-476-8100
SIDE BARthesidebaraustin.com 602 E. Seventh St. • 512-322-0697
STUBB’S stubbsaustin.com 801 Red River St. • 512-480-8341
Sixth Street311 CLUB 311 E. Sixth St. • 512-477-1630
AGAVEmyspace.com/agavebar 415 E. Sixth St. • 512-469-7892
AQUARIUM BARaquariumbar.com 403 E. Sixth St. • 512-499-8003
B.D. RILEY’S PUB bdrileys.com 204 E. Sixth St. • 512-494-1335
BAR CELONAbarcelonaaustin.com 209 E. Sixth St. • 512-236-0900
BLIND PIG PUB myspace.com/theblind-pigpub 317 E. Sixth St. • 512-472-0809
BUFFALO BILLIARDS/ORBIT LOUNGE buffalobilliards.com/austin 201 E. Sixth St. • 512-479-7665
CASINO EL CAMINO casinoelcamino.net 517 E. Sixth St. • 512-469-9330
CHEERS SHOT BAR416 E. Sixth St. • 512-499-0093
CHUGGIN’ MONKEYthechugginmonkey.com 219 E. Sixth St. • 512-476-5015
CHUPACABRA CANTINAchupacabracantina.com 400 E. Sixth St. • 512-494-0639
COYOTE UGLY SALOONcoyoteuglysaloon.com 501-A E. Sixth St. • 512-236-8459
DADDY’S GRILL & BAR218 E. Sixth St. • 512-236-0778
DARWIN’S PUB myspace.com/dar-wins_pub 223 E. Sixth St. • 512-474-7399
DIRTY DOGdirtydogbar.com 505 E. Sixth St. • 512-236-9800
DIZZY ROOSTERdizzyrooster.com 306 E. Sixth St. • 512-236-1667
EXODUS304 E. Sixth St. • 512-477-7523
FIREHOUSE LOUNGEthefirehouselounge.com 605 Brazos St. • 512-478-3473
FLAMINGO CANTINA flamingocantina.com 515 E. Sixth St. • 512-494-9336
FRIEND’S BAR friendsbar.com 208 E. Sixth St. • 512-320-8193
FUELfuelaustin.com 607 Trinity St. • 512-370-3835
THE JACKALOPEjackalopeaustin.com 404 E. Sixth St. • 512-472-3663
LIBRARY BARlibrarybars.com 407 E. Sixth St. • 512-236-0662
LOGAN’Smyspace.com/loganson-sixth 200 E. Sixth St. • 512-236-0300
LOVEJOY’S myspace.com/lovejoys 604 Neches St. • 512-477-1268
MAGGIE MAE’S maggiemaesaustin.com 323 E. Sixth St. • 512-478-8541
NUNO’S ON 6TH nunosonsixth.com 422 E. Sixth St. • 512-833-5133
PARADISEparadiseonsixth.com 401 E. Sixth St. • 512-476-5667
THE PARISH theparishroom.com 214 E. Sixth St. • 512-479-0474
PETE’S DUELING PIANO BAR petesduelingpianobar.com 421 E. Sixth St. • 512-472-7383
RIO RITAriorita.net 1308 E. Sixth St. • 512-524-0384
SHAKESPEARE’S PUB myspace.com/shake-speares 314 E. Sixth St. • 512-472-1666
SPILLspillonsixth.com 212 E. Sixth St. • 512-477-7455
THIRSTY NICKEL thethirstynickel.com 325 E. Sixth St. • 512-473-8891
TOUCHE’myspace.com/toucherocks 417 E. Sixth St. • 512-472-9841
TREASURE ISLANDspillonsixth.com/treasure/home 413 E. Sixth St. • 512-236-1717
South AustinBROKEN SPOKE brokenspokeaustintx.com 3201 S. Lamar Blvd. • 512-442-6189
THE CONTINENTAL CLUB continentalclub.com 1315 S. Congress Ave. • 512-441-2444
EGO’S myspace.com/egosnight-club 510 S. Congress Ave. • 512-474-7091
HILL’S CAFÉ hillscafe.com 4700 S. Congress Ave. • 512-851-9300
HORSESHOE LOUNGE2034 S. Lamar Blvd. • 512-442-9111
JOVITA’S jovitas.com 1619 S. First St. • 512-447-7825
SAXON PUB thesaxonpub.com 1320 S. Lamar Blvd. • 512-448-2552
TROPHY’S SPORTS BAR 2008 S. Congress Ave. • 512-447-0969
University of Texas AreaCACTUS CAFÉ – UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS myspace.com/cactuscafe 2247 Guadalupe St. • 512-475-6515
CAIN & ABEL’Scainandabels.com 2313 Rio Grande St. • 512-476-3201
DOG & DUCK PUBdogandduckpub.com 406 W. 17th St. • 512-479-0598
HOLE IN THE WALL holeinthewallaustin.com 2538 Guadalupe St. • 512-477-4747
NASTY’S nastybar.com 606 Maiden Ln. • 512-453-4349
THE PARLOR myspace.com/theparlor 100 E. North Loop Blvd., #B • 512-454-8965
Warehouse District219 WEST 219west.com 219 W. Fourth St. • 512-474-2194
ANTONE’S antones.net 213 W. Fifth St. • 512-320-8424
ANTROmyspace.com/antroaustin 301 W. Fifth St. • 512-480-9888
AUSTIN MUSIC HALL austinmusichall.com 208 Nueces St. • 512-263-4146
BACK ALLEY SOCIAL303 W. Fifth St.
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JOVITA’S jovitas.com 1619 S. First St. • 512-447-7825
SAXON PUB thesaxonpub.com 1320 S. Lamar Blvd. • 512-448-2552
TROPHY’S SPORTS BAR 2008 S. Congress Ave. • 512-447-0969
University of Texas AreaCACTUS CAFÉ – UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS myspace.com/cactuscafe 2247 Guadalupe St. • 512-475-6515
CAIN & ABEL’Scainandabels.com 2313 Rio Grande St. • 512-476-3201
DOG & DUCK PUBdogandduckpub.com 406 W. 17th St. • 512-479-0598
HOLE IN THE WALL holeinthewallaustin.com 2538 Guadalupe St. • 512-477-4747
NASTY’S nastybar.com 606 Maiden Ln. • 512-453-4349
THE PARLOR myspace.com/theparlor 100 E. North Loop Blvd., #B • 512-454-8965
Warehouse District219 WEST 219west.com 219 W. Fourth St. • 512-474-2194
ANTONE’S antones.net 213 W. Fifth St. • 512-320-8424
ANTROmyspace.com/antroaustin 301 W. Fifth St. • 512-480-9888
AUSTIN MUSIC HALL austinmusichall.com 208 Nueces St. • 512-263-4146
BACK ALLEY SOCIAL303 W. Fifth St.
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BESO CANTINAbesocantina.com 307B W. Fifth St. • 512-535-7162
CEDAR STREET COURTYARDcedarstreetaustin.com 208 W. Fourth St., #200 • 512-495-9669
CHROME213 W. Fourth St. • 512-476-5654
THE CLOAK ROOM1300 Colorado St. • 512-472-9808
CUBA LIBREcubalibreaustin.com 409 Colorado St. • 512-472-2822
FADO IRISH PUB fadoirishpub.com 214 W. Fourth St. • 512-457-0172
GINGER MAN gingermanpub.com 301 Lavaca St. • 512-473-8801
IMPERIAimperiaaustin.com 310 Colorado St. • 512-472-6770
LA ZONA ROSA lazonarosa.com 612 W. Fourth St. • 512-236-4146
LAVACA STREET BARlavacastreet.com 405 Lavaca St. • 512-469-0106
LIGHT BARlightbaraustin.com 408 Congress Ave. • 512-473-8544
LUCKY LOUNGE theluckylounge.com 209-A W. Fifth St. • 512-479-7700
OILCAN HARRY’S oilcanharrys.com 211 W. Fourth St. • 512-320-8823
ONE 2 ONE one2onebar.com 121 E. Fifth St. • 512-473-0121
QUAquaaustin.com 213 W. Fourth St. • 512-472-2782
RAINrainon4th.com 217-B W. Fourth St. • 512-494-1150
RAINBOW CATTLE CO. rainbowcattleco.com 305 W. Fifth St. • 512-472-5288
RED FEZ red-fez.com 209-B W. Fifth St. • 512-478-5120
RINGSIDE AT SULLIVAN’S sullivansteakhouse.com 300 Colorado St. • 512-495-6504
SIX LOUNGEsixlounge.com 117 W. Fourth St. • 512-472-6662
SPEAKEASY speakeasyaustin.com 412 D. Congress Ave. • 512-476-8017
Coffee HousesCAFÉ DO BRASIL200 San Jacinto Blvd. • 512-320-8378
CAFFÉ MEDICIcaffemedici.com 1101 W. Lynn • 512-524-5049
CAFÉ MUNDI cafemundi.com 1704 E. Fifth St. • 512-236-8634
CLEMENTINE clementinecoffeebar.com 2200 Manor Rd. • 512-472-9900
FLIPNOTICS flipnotics.com 1601 Barton Springs Rd. • 512-480-8646
GARDEN DISTRICT COFFEEgardendistrictcoffee.googlepages.com 2810 S. Congress Ave. • 512-462-2473
GENUINE JOE’S genuinejoe.com 2001 W. Anderson Ln. • 512-220-1576
HALCYONhalcyonaustin.com 218 W. Fourth St. • 512-472-9637
THE HIDEOUT hideouttheatre.com 617 Congress Ave. • 512-443-3688
JAVA JIVE – HILTON AUSTIN500 E. Fourth St. • 512-482-8000
JOE’S BAKERY & COFFEE SHOPjoesbakery.com 2305 E. Seventh St. • 512-472-0017
JO’S COFFEE joscoffee.com 242 W. Second St. • 512-469-9003 • 1300 S. Congress Ave. • 512-444-3800
MOZART’S mozartscoffee.com 3825 Lake Austin Blvd. • 512-477-2900
PROGRESS COFFEEprogresscoffee.com 500 San Marcos St. • 512-493-0963
QUACK’S BAKERY 411 E. 43rd St. • 512-453-3399 • 1400 E. 38-1/2 St. • 512-538-1991
RUTA MAYA rutamaya.net 3601 S. Congress Ave., D-200 • 512-707-9637
SPIDER HOUSE spiderhousecafe.com 2908 Fruth St. • 512-480-9562
Wine BarsCORK & CO.corkandco.com 308 Congress Ave. • 512-474-2675
CRÚ WINE BARcruawinebar.com 238 W. Second St. • 512-472-9463
GRAPEVINE MARKETgrapevinemarket.com 7938 Great Northern Blvd. • 512-323-5900
MAX'S WINE DIVEmaxswinedive.com 207 San Jacinto Blvd. • 512-904-0111
UNCORKEDuncorkedtastingroom.com 900 E. Seventh St. • 512-524-2809
VINO VINO vinovinotx.com 4119 Guadalupe St. • 512-465-9282
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RUTA MAYA rutamaya.net 3601 S. Congress Ave., D-200 • 512-707-9637
SPIDER HOUSE spiderhousecafe.com 2908 Fruth St. • 512-480-9562
Wine BarsCORK & CO.corkandco.com 308 Congress Ave. • 512-474-2675
CRÚ WINE BARcruawinebar.com 238 W. Second St. • 512-472-9463
GRAPEVINE MARKETgrapevinemarket.com 7938 Great Northern Blvd. • 512-323-5900
MAX'S WINE DIVEmaxswinedive.com 207 San Jacinto Blvd. • 512-904-0111
UNCORKEDuncorkedtastingroom.com 900 E. Seventh St. • 512-524-2809
VINO VINO vinovinotx.com 4119 Guadalupe St. • 512-465-9282
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clothing, organic body products, live music and cooking school. Daily, 8am–10pm. Tours available.
Farmers MarketsAUSTIN FARMERS MARKETaustinfarmersmarket.org 422 Guadalupe St. at Republic Square Park, Austin 78705 • 512-236-0074• Organic produce, flowers, baked goods, meats, cheeses, packaged foods and crafts, along with live music. Sat., 9am–1pm at Republic Square Park; Wed., 4–8pm at The Triangle, 4600 Guadalupe St.
BOGGY CREEK FARMboggycreekfarm.com 3414 Lyons Rd., Austin 78702 • 512-926-4650 • Historic farmhouse and organic gardens; year-round, Wed. and Sat., 9am–2pm; fresh produce available.
SUNSET VALLEY FARMERS MARKETsunsetvalleyfarmersmarket.org 3200 Jones Rd., Burger Center, Austin 78745 • 512-280-1976 • Every Sat., 9am–1pm; produce, organic coffee, baked goods, hand-made jewelry, stained glass, sculp-ture, soap, flowers, soy candles, plants and more.
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See&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoSee&DoAmusement Parks/Water ParksAUSTIN’S PARKaustinspark.com 16231 N. IH-35, Pflugerville 78660 • 512-670-9600 • Enjoy 22 acres of fun-filled attrac-tions, special event areas, game pavilion, Go-Karts, bumper boats, mini-golf, rock climbing wall, kiddie rides, laser tag and batting cages.
SCHLITTERBAHN WATERPARK RESORTschlitterbahn.com 381 E. Austin St., New Braunfels 78130 • 830-625-2351 • Rated by the Travel Channel as “America’s No. 1 Waterpark,” this fun family resort spreads over 65 acres with thrills, spills and water rides.
Cruises/Watercraft RentalsAIRSCAPE PARASAIL ADVENTURESairscapeparasail.com 8116 Texas Plume Rd., Austin 78759 • 512-257-9675 • Get a sensational view of Lake Travis from 600 feet. Individual rides or party groups on 32-foot paracraft. Flights may be singles or doubles. Lake tours available.
AUSTIN PARTY CRUISESaustinpartycruises.com 2215 Westlake Dr., Austin 78746 • 512-328-9887 • Cruises for all occa-sions, including company parties, receptions, rehearsal dinners and birthdays. Popular scenery of Mt. Bonnell and Loop 360 bridge make for memorable cruise.
BEACH FRONT BOAT RENTALSbeachfrontboats.com 16120 Wharf’s Cove, Volente 78641 • 512-258-8400 • Ski boats, personal watercrafts, pontoon boats and Large Marge the Party Barge avail-able for a fun time on the water.
CAPITAL CRUISEScapitalcruises.com 208 Barton Springs Rd., Austin 78704 • 512-480-9264 • Boat rentals, including canoes, one- and two-person kayaks and pedal boats, for $10 per hour; sporty electric launches for $45–$65 per hour depending on group size.
DAYBREAK BOAT RENTALSdaybreakboatrentals.com 5971 Hiline Rd., Austin 78734 • 512-266-2176 • Pontoon boats, ski boats, Waverunners, houseboat and custom-built party boat for up to 50.
JUST FOR FUNjff.net Emerald Point Marina, 5973 Hiline Rd., Austin 78734 • 512-266-9710 • Waverunners, ski boats, pontoon boats for all occasions. Can accommodate groups up to 50 in party barges for parties or meetings.
LAKE AUSTIN RIVERBOATSaustinriverboats.com 3700 Lake Austin Blvd., Austin 78703 • 512-345-5220 • View Austin from the decks of genuine sternwheel riverboats while cruising scenic Lake Austin. Complete food and beverage services.
LONESTAR RIVERBOATlonestarriverboat.com Southeast corner of S. First St. Bridge, Austin 78716 • 512-327-1388 • Authentic double-decked, paddlewheel riv-erboat provides sightseeing and sunset bat-watching cruises on Lady Bird Lake. Private charters available. Tickets at Austin Visitor Center.
ROCKIN’ R RIVER RIDESrockinr.com 1405 Gruene Rd., New Braunfels 78130 • 830-629-9999, 800-55-FLOAT • Enjoy the Guadalupe and Comal rivers with rafts, “toobs,” team building, group events, qualified guides, catering, picnics, camping and cabins.
SUNSHINE MACHINE BOAT TOURSsunshinemachine.net 3101 Pearce Rd., Austin 78730 • 512-345-8327 • Take a relaxing, scenic river cruise on Lake Austin aboard a 50-foot boat with personality.
TEXAS ROWING CENTERtexasrowingcenter.com 1541 W. Cesar Chavez, Austin 78703 • 512-467-7799 • Texas Rowing Center offers kayak and canoe rentals on beautiful Lady Bird Lake.
ZILKER PARK CANOE RENTALSzilkerboats.com 2201 Barton Springs Rd., Austin 78746 • 512-478-3852 • Hourly rentals on canoes and kayaks for Barton Creek and Lady Bird Lake; open daily.
CulinaryCENTRAL MARKETcentralmarket.com 4001 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin 78756 • 512-206-1000 • 4477 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin 78745 • 512-899-4300 • Fresh produce, specialty food items, baked goods and imports from all over the world. Two area locations. Mon.–Sun., 8am–9pm. Famous cooking school at central store.
WHOLE FOODS MARKETwholefoods.com 525 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin 78703 • 512-476-1206 • 9607 Research Blvd. #300, Austin 78759 • 512-345-5003 • Founded in Austin, the world’s larg-est retailer of natural and organic foods. Downtown headquarters store is a “foodie” destination with natu-ral foods, in-store dining stations,
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clothing, organic body products, live music and cooking school. Daily, 8am–10pm. Tours available.
Farmers MarketsAUSTIN FARMERS MARKETaustinfarmersmarket.org 422 Guadalupe St. at Republic Square Park, Austin 78705 • 512-236-0074• Organic produce, flowers, baked goods, meats, cheeses, packaged foods and crafts, along with live music. Sat., 9am–1pm at Republic Square Park; Wed., 4–8pm at The Triangle, 4600 Guadalupe St.
BOGGY CREEK FARMboggycreekfarm.com 3414 Lyons Rd., Austin 78702 • 512-926-4650 • Historic farmhouse and organic gardens; year-round, Wed. and Sat., 9am–2pm; fresh produce available.
SUNSET VALLEY FARMERS MARKETsunsetvalleyfarmersmarket.org 3200 Jones Rd., Burger Center, Austin 78745 • 512-280-1976 • Every Sat., 9am–1pm; produce, organic coffee, baked goods, hand-made jewelry, stained glass, sculp-ture, soap, flowers, soy candles, plants and more.
TRAVIS COUNTY FARMERS MARKET6701 Burnet Rd., Austin 78757 • 512-454-1002 • Open daily, 8am–6pm with seasonal produce.
Golf InstructionACADEMY OF GOLF DYNAMICSgolfdynamics.com 45 Club Estates Pkwy., Austin 78738 • 512-261-3300, 800-879-2008 • First-ever designed and constructed 500-yard learning golf course and three championship golf courses.
BARTON CREEK GOLF ACADEMYbartoncreek.com 8212 Barton Club Dr., Austin 78735 • 512-329-4000, 866-572-7369 • Offers private instruction as well as two- and three-day schools for golfers of all skill levels.
HARVEY PENICK GOLF ACADEMYgolfsmith.com 11000 N. IH-35, Austin 78753 • 512-837-1810 • Year-round instructional school dedicated to the teaching methods of the legendary Penick.
Golf – Public CoursesAVERY RANCH GOLF COURSEaveryranchgolf.com 10500 Avery Club Dr., Austin 78717 • 512-248-2442 • Saddle up and play the ranch, which offers 18 holes of spectacular golf, wonderful food and outstanding service in a Hill Country setting.
BLACKHAWK GOLF COURSEblackhawkgolf.com 2714 Kelly Ln., Pflugerville 78660 • 512-251-9000 • Course also includes practice facility, junior golf classes, full-service snack bar, satellite system, dining and private party room.
BLUEBONNET HILL GOLF CLUBbluebonnethillgolf.com 9100 Decker Ln., Austin 78724 • 512-272-4228 • Public course with practice range and professional instruction.
ROCKIN’ R RIVER RIDESrockinr.com 1405 Gruene Rd., New Braunfels 78130 • 830-629-9999, 800-55-FLOAT • Enjoy the Guadalupe and Comal rivers with rafts, “toobs,” team building, group events, qualified guides, catering, picnics, camping and cabins.
SUNSHINE MACHINE BOAT TOURSsunshinemachine.net 3101 Pearce Rd., Austin 78730 • 512-345-8327 • Take a relaxing, scenic river cruise on Lake Austin aboard a 50-foot boat with personality.
TEXAS ROWING CENTERtexasrowingcenter.com 1541 W. Cesar Chavez, Austin 78703 • 512-467-7799 • Texas Rowing Center offers kayak and canoe rentals on beautiful Lady Bird Lake.
ZILKER PARK CANOE RENTALSzilkerboats.com 2201 Barton Springs Rd., Austin 78746 • 512-478-3852 • Hourly rentals on canoes and kayaks for Barton Creek and Lady Bird Lake; open daily.
CulinaryCENTRAL MARKETcentralmarket.com 4001 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin 78756 • 512-206-1000 • 4477 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin 78745 • 512-899-4300 • Fresh produce, specialty food items, baked goods and imports from all over the world. Two area locations. Mon.–Sun., 8am–9pm. Famous cooking school at central store.
WHOLE FOODS MARKETwholefoods.com 525 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin 78703 • 512-476-1206 • 9607 Research Blvd. #300, Austin 78759 • 512-345-5003 • Founded in Austin, the world’s larg-est retailer of natural and organic foods. Downtown headquarters store is a “foodie” destination with natu-ral foods, in-store dining stations,
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LOST PINES GOLF CLUB INC.lostpinesgolfclub.com Loop 150 & Hwy. 21, Park Rd. 1A, Bastrop State Park, Bastrop 78602 • 512-321-2327 • Located among towering pines in Bastrop State Park; snack bar, putting green, meeting/banquet facilities and access to all state park activities.
MORRIS WILLIAMS GOLF COURSEci.austin.tx.us/parks/morriswil-liams.htm 4300 Manor Rd., Austin 78723 • 512-926-1298 • Small, slightly elevated, contoured greens combined with rolling terrain, make this a difficult, yet playable, course for all levels.
OAK HILL GOLF RANGEoakhillgolfrange.com 5243 W. Hwy. 290, Austin 78735 • 512-892-5634 • Practice your swing by hitting a bucket of balls 9am–10pm daily.
PINE FOREST GOLF CLUBpineforestgolfclub.com 636 Riverside Dr., Bastrop 78602 • 512-321-1181 • Public play course offers full-service pro shop, driving range, snack bar and corporate event facilities.
CRYSTAL FALLS GOLF COURSEcrystalfallsgolf.com 3400 Crystal Falls Pkwy., Leander 78646 • 512-259-5855 • 18-hole course with driving range and putting area; head PGA professional and assistant available for lessons; no-charge custom club fitting; carts equipped with GPS; full-service snack bar.
FALCONHEAD GOLF CLUBfalconheadaustin.com 15201 Falconhead Blvd., Austin 78738 • 512-402-1558 • America’s first PGA Tour signature series course. Daily fee course open to the public; com-plete tournament packages; driving range and practice greens.
FOREST CREEK GOLF CLUBforestcreek.com 99 Twin Ridge Pkwy., Round Rock 78664 • 512-388-2874 • 18-hole daily fee golf course with full driving range and short game practice area; lessons available from PGA professionals; snack bar; golf apparel and mer-chandise.
GOLF CLUB AT STAR RANCHstarranchgolf.com 2500 FM 685, Hutto 78634 • 512-252-4653 • All-inclusive golf package includes 18-hole green fee, cart fee, unlim-ited range balls, breakfast and
lunch, and free replays on space available basis. Voted “best tourna-ment venue.”
GREY ROCK GOLF CLUBgreyrockgolfclub.com 7401 Hwy. 45, Austin 78739 • 512-288-4297 • Premier daily fee course, designed by Jay Morrish, provides a unique golf experience in Austin’s scenic Hill Country.
HANCOCK GOLF COURSEci.austin.tx.us/parks/hancockgc.htm 811 E. 41st St., Austin 78751 • 512-453-0276 • Nine-hole munici-pal course with instruction, carts and snacks available.
HARVEY PENICK GOLF CAMPUSharveypenickgc.com 5501 Ed Bluestein Blvd., Austin 78723 • 512-926-1100 • PGA Tour-designed, nine-hole public golf course includes full-grass driving range, practice putting and chipping greens. Convenient to downtown, Arboretum and airport.
JIMMY CLAY/ROY KIZER GOLF COURSEci.austin.tx.us/parks/jimmyclay.htm 5400 Jimmy Clay Dr., Austin 78744 • 512-444-0999 • 36-hole complex
with driving range and two putting greens. Encompasses 57 acres of wide, tree-lined fairways and lakes.
LAGO VISTA GOLF COURSElagovistagc.com 4616 Rimrock Dr., Lago Vista 78645 • 512-267-1170 • Championship 18-hole, par-72 golf course in beautiful Texas Hill Country just 30 minutes north of Austin. Corporate and personal golf outings and tournaments available.
LEGACY HILLS GOLF CLUB301 Del Webb Blvd., Georgetown 78633 • 512-864-1222 • 18-hole course features 7,088 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72; designed by Billy Caspar. Pro shop, driving range, putting green, restaurant, bar and grill, meeting facilities, lessons, video analysis.
LION’S MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSEci.austin.tx.us/parks/lions.htm 2901 Enfield Rd., Austin 78703 • 512-477-6963 • Legendary 18-hole golf course where Tom Kite and Ben Crenshaw learned the game; carts, snack bar, driving range and putting green available.
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LOST PINES GOLF CLUB INC.lostpinesgolfclub.com Loop 150 & Hwy. 21, Park Rd. 1A, Bastrop State Park, Bastrop 78602 • 512-321-2327 • Located among towering pines in Bastrop State Park; snack bar, putting green, meeting/banquet facilities and access to all state park activities.
MORRIS WILLIAMS GOLF COURSEci.austin.tx.us/parks/morriswil-liams.htm 4300 Manor Rd., Austin 78723 • 512-926-1298 • Small, slightly elevated, contoured greens combined with rolling terrain, make this a difficult, yet playable, course for all levels.
OAK HILL GOLF RANGEoakhillgolfrange.com 5243 W. Hwy. 290, Austin 78735 • 512-892-5634 • Practice your swing by hitting a bucket of balls 9am–10pm daily.
PINE FOREST GOLF CLUBpineforestgolfclub.com 636 Riverside Dr., Bastrop 78602 • 512-321-1181 • Public play course offers full-service pro shop, driving range, snack bar and corporate event facilities.
PLUM CREEKplumcreekgolf.com 750 Kohler's Crossing, Kyle 78640 • 512-262-5555 • Public golf facility with 18-hole championship and par-3 executive course. Snack bar, driving range, great rates and service.
POINT VENTURE GOLF COURSEpointventuregolf.com 422 Venture Blvd. S., Point Venture 78645 • 512-267-2768 • Nine-hole public course includes putting greens, pro shop and driving range.
RIVERSIDE GOLF COURSEriverside-gc.com 1020 Grove Blvd., Austin 78741 • 512-386-7077 • Near downtown, facility also offers pro shop, snack bar, putting/chip-ping practice area and experienced tournament staff.
SHADOWGLEN GOLF CLUBshadowglengolf.com 12801 Lexington St., Manor 78653 • 512-278-1304 • Recognized by Golf Digest magazine in 2004 as a Top 10 “America’s Best New Course.” Plays nearly 7,100 yards at a par of 72. New clubhouse overlooking 18th hole.
TERAVISTA GOLF CLUBteravistagolf.com 4333 Teravista Club Dr., Round Rock 78664 • 512-651-9850 • 18-hole championship course with embedded 2,500-yard junior golf course. Just 20 minutes from downtown Austin. GPS enabled golf carts; full practice facility with dual-ended driving range.
WHITE WING GOLF CLUB151 Dove Hollow Tr., Georgetown 78633 • 512-864-1244 • Pro shop, driving range, short-game practice area, restaurant, bar, grill, meeting facilities, lessons, video analysis.
Golf – ResortsBARTON CREEK RESORT & SPAbartoncreek.com 8212 Barton Club Dr., Austin 78735 • 512-329-4000, 866-572-7369 • A highlight of the luxurious, 295-room resort are the four nationally ranked championship golf courses that challenge golfers of all skill levels. The property also features a fitness center/spa, tennis center and two gourmet restaurants.
with driving range and two putting greens. Encompasses 57 acres of wide, tree-lined fairways and lakes.
LAGO VISTA GOLF COURSElagovistagc.com 4616 Rimrock Dr., Lago Vista 78645 • 512-267-1170 • Championship 18-hole, par-72 golf course in beautiful Texas Hill Country just 30 minutes north of Austin. Corporate and personal golf outings and tournaments available.
LEGACY HILLS GOLF CLUB301 Del Webb Blvd., Georgetown 78633 • 512-864-1222 • 18-hole course features 7,088 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72; designed by Billy Caspar. Pro shop, driving range, putting green, restaurant, bar and grill, meeting facilities, lessons, video analysis.
LION’S MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSEci.austin.tx.us/parks/lions.htm 2901 Enfield Rd., Austin 78703 • 512-477-6963 • Legendary 18-hole golf course where Tom Kite and Ben Crenshaw learned the game; carts, snack bar, driving range and putting green available.
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ST. MARY’S CATHEDRALsaintmaryscathedral.org 203 E. 10th St., Austin 78701 • 512-476-6182 • Original architectural features add to the stunning design of this 19th-century Gothic-style landmark.
TEXAS STATE CAPITOLtspb.state.tx.us 11th St. and Congress Ave., Austin 78701 • 512-463-0063 • The granite Texas state-house stands as a testament to the history of the Lone Star State. Free, guided tours. Mon.–Fri., 8:30am–4:30pm; Sat., 9:30am–3:30pm; Sun., noon–3:30pm.
LibrariesAUSTIN HISTORY CENTERci.austin.tx.us/library/ahc/ 810 Guadalupe St., Austin 78701 • 512-974-7480 • Research library documents Austin and Travis County through newspaper archives, photographs and other historical materials.
FAULK CENTRAL LIBRARYci.austin.tx.us/library 800 Guadalupe St., Austin 78701 • 512-974-7400 • City’s central library provides 26 computer workstations
HORSESHOE BAY MARRIOTT RESORThsbresort.com 200 Hi Circle N., Horseshoe Bay 78657 • 830-598-2511, 866-799-5384 • Three championship Robert Trent Jones, Sr. courses carved from rolling Texas Hill Country on the shores of Lake LBJ just 45 minutes west of Austin.
HYATT REGENCY LOST PINES RESORT WOLFDANCER GOLF CLUBlostpines.hyatt.com 575 Hyatt Lost Pines Rd. Lost Pines (Bastrop) 78612 • 512-308-1234 • Area’s newest destination resort features 18-hole Arthur Hills-designed course that traverses three distinct ecosystems.
LAKEWAY RESORT & SPAdolce-lakeway-hotel.com 101 Lakeway Dr., Lakeway 78734 • 512-261-6600 • Guests enjoy privileges at nearby golf courses, including two Jack Nicklaus signa-ture courses.
Historic SitesDANIEL H. CASWELL HOUSEcaswellhouse.org 1404 West Ave., Austin 78701 • 512-472-0779
• Built in 1899, this spectacular Victorian mansion houses the Austin Junior Forum. Available for special events. Call for hours.
FRENCH LEGATIONfrenchlegationmuseum.org 802 San Marcos St., Austin 78702 • 512-472-8180 • The oldest stand-ing frame structure in Austin served as the diplomatic outpost of France during the days of the Republic of Texas. Reconstructed detached Creole kitchen. Tues.–Sun., 1–5pm (last tour begins at 4pm).
JOURDAN-BACHMAN PIONEER FARMSpioneerfarms.org 10621 Pioneer Farms Dr., Austin 78754 • 512-837-1215 • Living history museum recreates life on a 19th-century Texas farmstead. Open Sun., 1–5pm; Fri., 10am–2pm.
LITTLEFIELD HOUSEWhitis and 24th St., Austin 78705 • 512-471-5020 • Haunted home built in 1894 for Mayor George Washington Littlefield, the Littlefield House sits on the edge of the origi-nal Forty Acres at The University of Texas at Austin.
LYNDON BAINES JOHNSON NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARKnps.gov/lyjo U.S. Hwy. 290 West, Johnson City 78636 • 830-868-7128 • Tours chronicle the story of 36th U.S. president. Open daily. Park includes the Boyhood Home and Johnson Settlement in Johnson City. Bus tours of the LBJ Ranch in Stonewall.
NEILL-COCHRAN HOUSEneill-cochranmuseum.org 2310 San Gabriel St., Austin 78705 • 512-478-2335 • Abner Cook, the architect for the Governor’s Mansion, designed this beautiful 1855 Greek Revival house. Tours Tues.–Sat., 2–5pm.
OLD BAKERY & EMPORIUMci.austin.tx.us/parks/bakery1.htm 1006 Congress Ave., Austin 78701 • 512-477-5961 • Historic building houses sandwich shop and handmade crafts by senior citizens. Mon.–Fri., 9am–4pm; sandwich shop, 11am–1:30pm.
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Making MoviesOpens February 2, 2010
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ST. MARY’S CATHEDRALsaintmaryscathedral.org 203 E. 10th St., Austin 78701 • 512-476-6182 • Original architectural features add to the stunning design of this 19th-century Gothic-style landmark.
TEXAS STATE CAPITOLtspb.state.tx.us 11th St. and Congress Ave., Austin 78701 • 512-463-0063 • The granite Texas state-house stands as a testament to the history of the Lone Star State. Free, guided tours. Mon.–Fri., 8:30am–4:30pm; Sat., 9:30am–3:30pm; Sun., noon–3:30pm.
LibrariesAUSTIN HISTORY CENTERci.austin.tx.us/library/ahc/ 810 Guadalupe St., Austin 78701 • 512-974-7480 • Research library documents Austin and Travis County through newspaper archives, photographs and other historical materials.
FAULK CENTRAL LIBRARYci.austin.tx.us/library 800 Guadalupe St., Austin 78701 • 512-974-7400 • City’s central library provides 26 computer workstations
with Internet access. Mon.–Thurs., 10am–9pm; Fri.–Sat., 10am–6pm; Sun., noon–6pm.
TEXAS STATE LIBRARY AND ARCHIVEStsl.state.tx.us 1201 Brazos St., Austin 78701 • 512-463-5455 • The Lorenzo de Zavala Building houses the Texas State Archives, genealogy collection and reference documents collection.
MuseumsARTHOUSE AT THE JONES CENTERarthousetexas.org 700 Congress Ave., Austin 78701 • 512-453-5312 • Through exhibitions and programs statewide, Arthouse helps nurture artists’ careers and deepen public understanding of contemporary art. Tues., Wed., Fri., 11am–7pm; Thurs., 11am–9pm; Sat., 10am–5pm; Sun., 1–5pm. Admission is free.
AUSTIN CHILDREN’S MUSEUMaustinkids.org 201 Colorado St., Austin 78701 • 512-472-2499 • Exhibits and programs range from the unique Funstructure Zone to Kid Metro. Tues.–Sat., 10am–5pm; Sun., noon–5pm.
AUSTIN MUSEUM OF ARTamoa.org 823 Congress Ave., Austin 78701 • 512-495-9224 • Presents contemporary exhibitions of works by international, national and local artists. Tues., Wed., Fri., 10am–5pm; Thurs., 10am–8pm; Sat., 10am–6pm; Sun., noon–5pm.
AUSTIN MUSEUM OF ART LAGUNA GLORIAamoa.org 3809 W. 35th St., Austin 78703 • 512-458-8191 • Beautifully landscaped grounds and historic villa on Lake Austin. Villa: Tues., Wed., noon–4pm; Thurs.–Sun., 10am–4pm; Grounds: Mon.–Sat., 9am–5pm; Sun., 10am–5pm.
BLANTON MUSEUM OF ARTblantonmuseum.org 200 E. Martin Luther King Blvd. Austin 78701 • 512-471-7324 • Recognized among the country’s top university fine arts collections, the museum is located on University of Texas at Austin campus. Galleries feature contem-porary Latin American, Renaissance and Western art. Tues., Wed., Fri., 10am–5pm; Thurs., 10am–9pm (free admission); Sat., 11am–5pm; Sun., 1–5pm.
LYNDON BAINES JOHNSON NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARKnps.gov/lyjo U.S. Hwy. 290 West, Johnson City 78636 • 830-868-7128 • Tours chronicle the story of 36th U.S. president. Open daily. Park includes the Boyhood Home and Johnson Settlement in Johnson City. Bus tours of the LBJ Ranch in Stonewall.
NEILL-COCHRAN HOUSEneill-cochranmuseum.org 2310 San Gabriel St., Austin 78705 • 512-478-2335 • Abner Cook, the architect for the Governor’s Mansion, designed this beautiful 1855 Greek Revival house. Tours Tues.–Sat., 2–5pm.
OLD BAKERY & EMPORIUMci.austin.tx.us/parks/bakery1.htm 1006 Congress Ave., Austin 78701 • 512-477-5961 • Historic building houses sandwich shop and handmade crafts by senior citizens. Mon.–Fri., 9am–4pm; sandwich shop, 11am–1:30pm.
From Out That Shadow: The Life and Legacy of Edgar Allan Poe Through January 3, 2010
Making MoviesOpens February 2, 2010
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BOB BULLOCK TEXAS STATE HISTORY MUSEUMthestoryoftexas.com 1800 N. Congress Ave., Austin 78701 • 512-936-8746, 866-369-7108 • Features three floors of dynamic exhibits, a special effects Texas Spirit Theater, museum store and café. Austin’s only IMAX theater. Mon.–Sat., 9am–6pm; Sun., noon–6pm.
CAPITOL VISITORS CENTERtexascapitolvisitorscenter.com 112 E. 11th St., Austin 78701 • 512-305-8400 • Housed in the historic General Land Office Building, the center details Texas history through exhibits and videos. Mon.–Sat., 9am–5pm; Sun., noon–5pm.
ELISABET NEY MUSEUMci.austin.tx.us/elisabetney 304 E. 44th St., Austin 78751 • 512-458-2255 • Originally the home and studio of German sculptress Elisabet Ney, the museum displays many of her works, as well as original furnishings and sculpting tools. Wed.–Sat., 10am–5pm; Sun., noon–5pm. Admission is free.
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER MUSEUMcarvermuseum.org 1165 Angelina St., Austin 78702 • 512-974-4926 • Paying homage to Austin’s African American heritage, the museum features four galleries, theater, dance studio, museum store and library. Tues., Thurs., 9:30am–8pm; Mon., Wed., Fri., 9:30am–6pm; Sat., 1–5pm.
HARRY RANSOM CENTERhrc.utexas.edu 21st & Guadalupe St., Austin 78712 • 512-471-8944 • One of the world’s finest cultural archives houses a rare Gutenberg Bible, 30 million literary manu-scripts, the Watergate papers and the world’s first photograph. Tues., Wed., Fri., 10am–5pm; Thurs., 10am–7pm; Sat.–Sun., noon–5pm.
LYNDON BAINES JOHNSON LIBRARY AND MUSEUMlbjlib.utexas.edu 2313 Red River St., Austin 78705 • 512-721-0200 • Exhibits chronicle political life and times of Lyndon Johnson. First Lady’s Gallery highlights legacy of Lady Bird Johnson. Collections focus on six decades of American history and how the Johnsons fit into those historic times. Free admission. Open daily (except Christmas), 9am–5pm.
MEXIC-ARTE MUSEUMmexic-artemuseum.org 419 Congress Ave., Austin 78701 • 512-
480-9373 • Museum presents tra-ditional and contemporary Mexican and Latin American art and culture. Mon.–Thurs., 10am–6pm; Fri.–Sat., 10am–5pm; Sun., noon–5pm.
MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTERci.austin.tx.us/parks/macc 600 River St., Austin 78701 • 512-478-6222 • Newly opened center high-lights Mexican American cultural arts and heritage.
O. HENRY MUSEUMohenrymuseum.org 409 E. Fifth St., Austin 78701 • 512-472-1903 • William Sidney Porter, better known as short story writer O. Henry, once made his home in this 1891 Victorian cottage. Wed.–Sun., noon–5pm.
TEXAS MEMORIAL MUSEUMtexasmemorialmuseum.org 2400 Trinity St., Austin 78705 • 512-471-1604 • Includes dinosaur and fossil displays, Texas wildlife, gems and minerals, meteorites and natural science. Mon.–Fri., 9am–5pm; Sat., 10am–5pm; Sun., 1–5pm. Admission is free.
UMLAUF SCULPTURE GARDEN & MUSEUMumlaufsculpture.org 605 Robert E. Lee Rd., Austin 78704 • 512-445-5582 • More than 130 sculptures by the late Charles Umlauf are displayed. Wed.–Fri., 10am–4:30pm; Sat.–Sun., 1–4:30pm.
Natural Areas/RecreationANN RICHARDS CONGRESS AVENUE BATS BRIDGEbatcon.org Congress Ave. & Cesar Chavez St., Austin 78704 • 512-327-9721 • Congress Avenue Bridge shelters the largest urban bat colony in North America. More than 1.5 million bats fly out near dusk, April–Nov.
AUSTIN NATURE AND SCIENCE CENTERci.austin.tx.us/ansc 301 Nature Center Dr., Austin 78746 • 512-327-8181 • Discover nature up close with exhibits, a “Dino Pit,” nature trails, programs and animal refuge. Mon.–Sat., 9am–5pm; Sun., noon–5pm.
AUSTIN ROCK GYMaustinrockgym.com 4401 Freidrich Ln., Suite 300, Austin 78744 • 512-416-9299 • Austin’s indoor and
outdoor rock climbing. Providing climbing instruction and experiences for all levels.
AUSTIN ZOOaustinzoo.org 10807 Rawhide Trail, Austin 78736 • 512-288-1490 • More than 300 animals from over 100 different species. Open daily 10 a.m.–6 p.m., except Thanksgiving and Christmas.
BARTON CREEK GREENBELTci.austin.tx.us/parks/greenbelts.htm 3755-B Capital of Texas Hwy., Austin 78745 • 512-974-6700 • Seven miles of natural surface hike and bike trails traverse the greenbelt, which is also a habitat for several endangered wildlife and plant species.
BARTON SPRINGS BIKE RENTALbartonspringsbikerental.com 1529 Barton Springs Rd., Austin 78704 • 512-944-9177 • Discover Austin on two wheels. Buy or rent bicycles to experience the city's many scenic trails in one of the nation's most bike-friendly cities.
EMMA LONG METROPOLITAN PARKci.austin.tx.us/parks/emmalong.htm 1600 City Park Rd., Austin 78730 • 512-346-1831 • Nestled along Lake Austin, the wooded urban park contains lakefront beach, boat ramps, fishing dock, swimming area, campsites and vol-leyball courts.
ENCHANTED ROCKtpwd.state.tx.us 16710 RR 965, Fredericksburg 78624 • 325-247-3903 • One of the state’s premier rock climbing sites, this massive pink granite dome rises 425 feet above the surrounding terrain; hik-ing, backpacking, camping, rock climbing, picnicking allowed; daily use fees, $6 per person (age 13 and older).
INNER SPACE CAVERNSmyinnerspacecavern.com 4200 S. IH-35, exit 259, Georgetown 78626 • 512-931-CAVE • Easy trails and 72-degree, year-round temperature make this one of the most comfort-able caves to explore in Texas. Weekdays, 9am–4pm; weekends, 10am–5pm.
LADY BIRD JOHNSON WILDFLOWER CENTERwildflower.org 4801 La Crosse Ave., Austin 78739 • 512-232-0100 • Native plant botanical center fea-tures nature trails, display gardens,
spring wildflowers, seasonal events, interpretive center and gift shop.
LADY BIRD LAKE HIKE AND BIKE TRAILci.austin.tx.us/parks First Street Bridge at Lady Bird Lake, Austin 78701 • 512-974-6700 • Ten miles of trails border Lady Bird Lake downtown and serve as social hub for runners, walkers and cyclists. Memorial at Auditorium Shores honors late blues guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan.
MCKINNEY FALLS STATE PARKtpwd.state.tx.us 5808 McKinney Falls Pkwy., Austin 78744 • 512-243-1643 • Miles of trails, camp-grounds, picnic areas and waterfalls in 635-acre park.
MELLOW JOHNNY’S BIKE SHOPmellowjohnnys.com 400 Nueces St., Austin 78701 • 512-473-0222 • Seven-time Tour de France cham-pion Lance Armstrong’s cycling shop offers bicycles of all types and sizes, along with accessories, souvenirs, a coffee shop and even cycling workshops. Rentals available for day-riders, commuters can store their bikes while exploring downtown
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AUSTIN ZOOaustinzoo.org 10807 Rawhide Trail, Austin 78736 • 512-288-1490 • More than 300 animals from over 100 different species. Open daily 10 a.m.–6 p.m., except Thanksgiving and Christmas.
BARTON CREEK GREENBELTci.austin.tx.us/parks/greenbelts.htm 3755-B Capital of Texas Hwy., Austin 78745 • 512-974-6700 • Seven miles of natural surface hike and bike trails traverse the greenbelt, which is also a habitat for several endangered wildlife and plant species.
BARTON SPRINGS BIKE RENTALbartonspringsbikerental.com 1529 Barton Springs Rd., Austin 78704 • 512-944-9177 • Discover Austin on two wheels. Buy or rent bicycles to experience the city's many scenic trails in one of the nation's most bike-friendly cities.
EMMA LONG METROPOLITAN PARKci.austin.tx.us/parks/emmalong.htm 1600 City Park Rd., Austin 78730 • 512-346-1831 • Nestled along Lake Austin, the wooded urban park contains lakefront beach, boat ramps, fishing dock, swimming area, campsites and vol-leyball courts.
ENCHANTED ROCKtpwd.state.tx.us 16710 RR 965, Fredericksburg 78624 • 325-247-3903 • One of the state’s premier rock climbing sites, this massive pink granite dome rises 425 feet above the surrounding terrain; hik-ing, backpacking, camping, rock climbing, picnicking allowed; daily use fees, $6 per person (age 13 and older).
INNER SPACE CAVERNSmyinnerspacecavern.com 4200 S. IH-35, exit 259, Georgetown 78626 • 512-931-CAVE • Easy trails and 72-degree, year-round temperature make this one of the most comfort-able caves to explore in Texas. Weekdays, 9am–4pm; weekends, 10am–5pm.
LADY BIRD JOHNSON WILDFLOWER CENTERwildflower.org 4801 La Crosse Ave., Austin 78739 • 512-232-0100 • Native plant botanical center fea-tures nature trails, display gardens,
spring wildflowers, seasonal events, interpretive center and gift shop.
LADY BIRD LAKE HIKE AND BIKE TRAILci.austin.tx.us/parks First Street Bridge at Lady Bird Lake, Austin 78701 • 512-974-6700 • Ten miles of trails border Lady Bird Lake downtown and serve as social hub for runners, walkers and cyclists. Memorial at Auditorium Shores honors late blues guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan.
MCKINNEY FALLS STATE PARKtpwd.state.tx.us 5808 McKinney Falls Pkwy., Austin 78744 • 512-243-1643 • Miles of trails, camp-grounds, picnic areas and waterfalls in 635-acre park.
MELLOW JOHNNY’S BIKE SHOPmellowjohnnys.com 400 Nueces St., Austin 78701 • 512-473-0222 • Seven-time Tour de France cham-pion Lance Armstrong’s cycling shop offers bicycles of all types and sizes, along with accessories, souvenirs, a coffee shop and even cycling workshops. Rentals available for day-riders, commuters can store their bikes while exploring downtown
and nearby Warehouse District.
MOUNT BONNELLci.austin.tx.us/parks 3800 Mount Bonnell Dr., Austin 78731 • 512-974-6700 • At 785 feet, Mount Bonnell stands as one of the highest points in the city and also one of Austin’s oldest tourist attractions.
NATURAL BRIDGE CAVERNSnaturalbridgecaverns.com 26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Rd., Natural Bridge Caverns 78266 • 210-651-6101 • Ancient limestone formations are still growing in Texas’ largest cavern. Open year-round; guided tours; spelunking adventure tour. Located near New Braunfels. Call for hours.
NATURAL BRIDGE WILDLIFE RANCHwildliferanchtexas.com 26515 Natural Bridge Caverns Rd., San Antonio 78266 • 830-438-7400 • With hundreds of animals from all over the world roaming freely in a natural environment, Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch is like an African safari, Texas-style. Check online for seasonal hours of operation.
VELOWAYci.austin.tx.us/parks 4900 La Crosse Dr., Austin 78739 • 512-974-6700 • Three-mile Veloway meanders through meadows and woods across more than 100 acres of parkland. Open to cyclists and in-line skaters only.
WILD BASIN WILDERNESS PRESERVEwildbasin.org 805 N. Capital of Texas Hwy., Austin 78746 • 512-327-7622 • Habitat for native flora and fauna on the Balcones Fault Line divides Texas prairies and the Hill Country. Trails open daily, sunrise to sunset; center open week-days, 9am–4pm.
ZILKER BOTANICAL GARDENSzilkergarden.org 2220 Barton Springs Rd., Austin 78746 • 512-477-8672 • Botanical showplace for native foliage, roses, ponds, Oriental gardens and 100-million-year-old dinosaur tracks.
ZILKER PARKci.austin.tx.us/zilker 2100 Barton Springs Rd., Austin 78746 • 512-974-6700 • Austin’s largest and most popular park. Swimming in Barton Springs, trails, picnic areas, playscape and a miniature train.
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Collings Guitar FactoryPublic tours on Fridays at 3:30 p.m., 11210 W. Hwy. 290.
Stevie Ray Vaughan MemorialMemorial statue erected in 1994 honors one of the greatest guitarists of all time. South banks of Austin’s Lady Bird Lake between Lamar and First Street Bridge.
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Collings Guitar FactoryPublic tours on Fridays at 3:30 p.m., 11210 W. Hwy. 290.
Stevie Ray Vaughan MemorialMemorial statue erected in 1994 honors one of the greatest guitarists of all time. South banks of Austin’s Lady Bird Lake between Lamar and First Street Bridge.
ME-TelevisionAustin’s own music television station. Tune in on cable channel 15.
Waterloo RecordsVoted best independent record store in the country. Live music “in-store” shows weekly. 600A N. Lamar Blvd., 512-474-2500
Austin Music MemorialMemorial at the Joe and Teresa Long Center honors individuals who contributed to the development of the Austin music community. City Terrace at the Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long Center for the Performing Arts, 701 W. Riverside Dr.
Texas Music MuseumA collection of artifacts concerning the diverse traditions of Texas music. 1009 E. 11th St., 512-472-8891
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BROADWAY IN AUSTINbroadwayacrossamerica.com/austin P.O. Box 22790, Houston 77227 • 800-731-7469 • Touring companies bring Broadway’s hottest ticket shows to Austin stages.
CONSPIRAREconspirare.org 1033 La Posada Dr., Suite 130, Austin 78752 • 512-476-5775 • The award-winning professional choir performs five to six concerts each season.
DANCE UMBRELLAdanceumbrella.com 3710 Cedar, Suite 286, Austin 78705 • 512-450-0456 • The internation-ally acclaimed Dance Umbrella introduces exciting contemporary performances.
DIVERSEARTS CULTURAL WORKSdiversearts.org 1601 E. Fifth St., Suite 106, Austin 78702 • 512-477-9438 • DiverseArts promotes and expands cultural awareness and appreciation of the arts.
Performing ArtsALAMO DRAFTHOUSEdrafthouse.com The Ritz: 320 E. Sixth St., Austin 78701 • 512-476-1320 • South Lamar: 1120 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin 78704 • 512-707-8262 • Village: 2700 W. Anderson Ln., Austin 78757 • 512-459-7090 • Lake Creek: 13809 Research Blvd., Austin 78750 • 512-219-5408 • Unique combina-tion of theater and restaurant, the Alamo shows the best first-run and independent films and offers an extensive menu and wide selection of beer and wine.
ARIEL DANCE THEATREarieldance.org P.O. Box 56, Austin 78767 • 512-458-4258 • Bold and energetic performances that dance with exciting collaborations in music, voice, video and film.
AUSTIN CHAMBER ENSEMBLEaustinchamberensemble.com 8909 Wildridge Dr., Austin 78759 • 512-345-3399 • Instrumental and vocal combinations in concerts ranging from Bach to contemporary.
AUSTIN CHAMBER MUSIC CENTERaustinchambermusic.org 3814 Medical Pkwy., Austin 78756 • 512-454-7562, Tickets: 512-454-0026 • Season includes intimate concerts in private homes, performances in public venues and annual Austin Chamber Music Festival in July.
AUSTIN CLASSICAL GUITAR SOCIETYaustinclassicalguitar.org P.O. Box 4072, Austin 78765 • 512-300-2247 • The society’s International Concert Series presents some of the world’s most famous classical gui-tarists and is recognized as one of city’s top annual arts events.
AUSTIN LYRIC OPERAaustinlyricopera.org 901 Barton Springs Rd., Austin 78704 • 512-472-5992 • The critically acclaimed Austin Lyric Opera stages a full sea-son of masterful opera Nov.–June. Performances moved to the new Long Center for the Performing Arts.
AUSTIN SYMPHONYaustinsymphony.org 1101 Red River St., Austin 78701 • 512-476-6064, 888-4-MAESTRO • Under the baton of the acclaimed
Peter Bay, the symphony presents arrangements by the world’s great-est composers with performances year-round.
AUSTIXnowplayingaustin.com/austix 209 E. Sixth St., Austin 78701 • 512-474-TIXS • Outlet for discount theater and performing arts tickets is at Austin Visitor Center.
BALLET AUSTINballetaustin.org 501 W. Third St., Austin 78701 • 512-476-2163 • More than a half-century old, one of the country’s top ballet companies dances a full schedule of original and adapted works with innovative choreography and spectacular cos-tumes and sets.
BLUE LAPIS LIGHTbluelapislight.org P.O. Box 1821, Austin 78767 • 512-288-1929 • Using aerial techniques along with classical, interpretive and modern dance movements, this unique company stages imaginative site-specific performances.
Rent Me By-The-Hour!
E-Cars of AustinBuzzing All Around Town
445-2900
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Check out the Horns while you’re in Austin!Check out the Horns while you’re in Austin!
Bring your group to a Texas Athletics event!Tickets for UT Athletics as low as $2 each for groups of 10 or more*
To order call
512.232.3865*prices vary per sport; tickets subject to availability; group packages available for select games; advance sale only
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TexasSports.comThe official web site of UT Athletics
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BROADWAY IN AUSTINbroadwayacrossamerica.com/austin P.O. Box 22790, Houston 77227 • 800-731-7469 • Touring companies bring Broadway’s hottest ticket shows to Austin stages.
CONSPIRAREconspirare.org 1033 La Posada Dr., Suite 130, Austin 78752 • 512-476-5775 • The award-winning professional choir performs five to six concerts each season.
DANCE UMBRELLAdanceumbrella.com 3710 Cedar, Suite 286, Austin 78705 • 512-450-0456 • The internation-ally acclaimed Dance Umbrella introduces exciting contemporary performances.
DIVERSEARTS CULTURAL WORKSdiversearts.org 1601 E. Fifth St., Suite 106, Austin 78702 • 512-477-9438 • DiverseArts promotes and expands cultural awareness and appreciation of the arts.
ESTHER’S FOLLIESesthersfollies.com 525 E. Sixth St., Austin 78701 • 512-320-0553 • This comedy and magic troupe anchors Sixth Street with hilarious antics, satire, song and even a little magic. Shows: Thurs., 8pm; Fri. & Sat., 8pm, 10pm.
HIDEOUT THEATREhideouttheatre.org 617 Congress Ave., Austin 78701 • 512-HIDEOUT • Home to improv comedy shows and classes every weekend. Stop by Sat. at 10pm for "Maestro" — the most exciting comedy show in Austin.
HYDE PARK THEATREhydeparktheatre.org 511 W. 43rd St., Austin 78751 • 512-479-7529 • Producing regional and world premieres of exciting alternative theater, Hyde Park Theatre has received dozens of Critic’s Table Award nominations.
LATINO COMEDY PROJECTlcp.org 6603 Felix Ave., Austin 78741 • 512-389-0892 • Fast-paced, irreverent, socio-political/pop culture parody entertaining for Latino and other audiences.
LONG CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTSthelongcenter.org 701 W. Riverside Dr., Austin 78704 • 512-457-5100 • State-of-the-art venue provides performance stages for local arts groups, including the Austin Symphony Orchestra, Austin Lyric Opera and Ballet Austin.
ONE WORLD THEATREoneworldtheatre.org 7701 Bee Cave Rd., Austin 78746 • 512-330-9500 • Architecturally striking special events facility books a year-round schedule of jazz, clas-sical, Latin and other star-studded performances.
PARAMOUNT THEATREaustintheatre.org 713 Congress Ave., Austin 78701 • 512-472-5470 • There’s nothing like the thrill of a show at the Paramount with full seasons of music, comedy, classic films, children’s and family shows.
PRO-ARTS COLLECTIVEproartsaustin.org 1009 E. 11th St., Suite 100, Austin 78702 • 512-236-0644 • Multi-disciplinary organiza-tion showcases cultural arts through professional theater productions, art and photography exhibits, music concerts and dance festivals.
Peter Bay, the symphony presents arrangements by the world’s great-est composers with performances year-round.
AUSTIXnowplayingaustin.com/austix 209 E. Sixth St., Austin 78701 • 512-474-TIXS • Outlet for discount theater and performing arts tickets is at Austin Visitor Center.
BALLET AUSTINballetaustin.org 501 W. Third St., Austin 78701 • 512-476-2163 • More than a half-century old, one of the country’s top ballet companies dances a full schedule of original and adapted works with innovative choreography and spectacular cos-tumes and sets.
BLUE LAPIS LIGHTbluelapislight.org P.O. Box 1821, Austin 78767 • 512-288-1929 • Using aerial techniques along with classical, interpretive and modern dance movements, this unique company stages imaginative site-specific performances.
Rent Me By-The-Hour!
E-Cars of AustinBuzzing All Around Town
445-2900
www.ecarsaustin.com
Check out the Horns while you’re in Austin!Check out the Horns while you’re in Austin!
Bring your group to a Texas Athletics event!Tickets for UT Athletics as low as $2 each for groups of 10 or more*
To order call
512.232.3865*prices vary per sport; tickets subject to availability; group packages available for select games; advance sale only
for athletics schedules visit
TexasSports.comThe official web site of UT Athletics
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PUERTO RICAN FOLKLORIC DANCEprfdance.org 701 Tillery St., Austin 78702 • 512-251-8122 • Professional company presents Puerto Rican dance and cultural traditions.
RUDE MECHANICALSrudemechs.com The Off Center, 2211-A Hidalgo St., Austin 78702 • 512-476-RUDE • An ensemble-based theater company performing original theatrical productions at The Off Center.
SALVAGE VANGUARD THEATERsalvagevanguard.org 2803 Manor Rd., Austin 78722 • 512-474-7886 • Nationally renowned company produces new plays, musicals and operas by some of America’s most daring playwrights and composers.
THE STATE THEATREaustintheatre.org 719 Congress Ave., Austin 78701 • 512-472-5470
TAPESTRY DANCE CO.tapestry.org 2302 Western Trail, Austin 78745 • 512-474-9846 • Company founded by dancers with diverse backgrounds in rhythm, tap, ballet and jazz presents multi-dimensional choreography.
VORTEX REPERTORY COMPANYvortexrep.org 2307 Manor Rd., Austin 78722 • 512-478-5282 • Produces award-winning theatrical productions, international perfor-mance artists and cybernetic operas.
ZACHARY SCOTT THEATREzachtheatre.org 1510 Toomey Rd., Austin 78704 • 512-476-0541 • From '50s-style fare to Christmas classics, Zachary Scott Theatre raises the curtain on a season of crowd-pleasing and original per-formances.
ZILKER HILLSIDE THEATREci.austin.tx.us/zilker/hillside.htm 2206 William Barton Dr., Austin 78768 • 512-477-5335 • Enjoy jazz, Shakespeare, family films and musi-cals at this outdoor amphitheater in Zilker Park. Zilker Summer Musical plays Thurs.–Sun. in July and Aug.
Spectator SportsAUSTIN TOROSnba.com/dleague/austin 7800 Shoal Creek, Suite 115 W., Austin 78757 • 512-236-8333 • National Basketball Development League franchise team plays Nov.–April with home games at Austin Convention Center.
ROUND ROCK EXPRESSroundrockexpress.com 3400 E. Palm Valley Blvd. Round Rock 78665 • 512-255-BALL(2255) • Round Rock Express, the AAA minor league affiliate of the Houston Astros, plays a 140-game schedule April–Sept. at the Dell Diamond.
TEXAS STARStexasstarshockey.com Cedar Park • 512-GO-STARS • The AHL affiliate to the NHL Dallas Stars, the Texas Stars will play in the brand-new, state-of-the-art Cedar Park Center. The puck drops Oct.–April.
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN ATHLETICStexassports.com 21st St. & San Jacinto Blvd., Austin 78712 • 512-471-3333, 800-982-BEVO • University of Texas athletes compete for national championships in football, baseball, track and field, softball, basketball, swimming, soc-cer and other sports.
ToursADEO TOURSadeotours.com 209 E. Sixth St., Austin 78701 • 512-478-0098 • MP3 tours of local attractions begin at Austin Visitor Center; MP3 player rentals available.
AUSTIN CITY LIMITS STUDIO TOURpbs.org/klru/austin Communication Building B, 26th St. & Guadalupe St., Austin 78705 • 512-471-4811 • Although tickets are hard to come by, fans of the popular TV show can tour the KLRU studio on the University of Texas at Austin cam-pus. Fridays at 10:30am.
AUSTIN COSMIC COWBOY TOURaustincosmiccowboy.com 209 E. Sixth St., Austin 78701 • 512-589-5564 • Discover historic downtown sites, take in views of Lake Austin, listen to live music and enjoy local food and drinks.
AUSTIN DUCK ADVENTURESaustinducks.com 209 E. Sixth St., Austin 78701 • 512-4-SPLASH • A fun, narrated, amphibious tour of downtown Austin ends with a splash on Lake Austin.
AUSTIN HISTORIC WALKING TOURSaustintexas.org 209 E. Sixth St., Austin 78701 • 512-478-0098 • Learn about the history and archi-tecture of downtown Austin on free, guided walking tours of Congress Ave. and E. Sixth St. and the Bremond Block.
AUSTIN OVERTURES SIGHTSEEINGaustinovertures.com 209 E. Sixth St., Austin 78701 • 512-659-9478 • See “Austin in 90 Minutes” on a 30-mile tour that highlights all the exciting things to do in the city. Tours depart and tickets available from the Austin Visitor Center.
CYPRESS VALLEY CANOPY TOURScypressvalleycanopytours.com 1223 Paleface Rd. Spicewood 78669 • 512-264-8880 • Fly through a canopy of cypress trees on a zip line from treetop platforms; unique treehouse available for over-night accommodations.
ELECTRIC BIKE TOURS1122B S. Lamar Blvd., Austin 78704 • 512-444-TOUR • A unique and eco-friendly way to see the sites of Austin on electric motor-powered bicycles.
GLIDING REVOLUTION SEGWAY TOURSglidingrevolution.com 20 N. IH-35, Austin 78701 • 512-495-9250 • Choose from a variety of tours through downtown or at Barton Creek Resort on two-wheeled human transporters.
GPS RANGER VIDEO TOURaustintexas.org 209 E. Sixth St., Austin 78701 • 512-478-0098 • Interactive video tour detailing more than two dozen points of interest.
HAUNTED TEXAShauntedtexas.com 617 Congress Ave., Austin 78701 • 512-853-9826 • Walk in tracks of ghouls and ghosts through downtown. Reservations required. Tickets avail-able at Austin Visitor Center.
LIVE LOVE PADDLElivelovepaddle.com 512-804-2122 • Paddle a local river, see the bats from your personal kayak, or take a two-day trip. All trips are guided.
SEGCITY AUSTINsegcity.com 621 E. Sixth St., Austin 78701 • 512-402-9299 • Climb aboard the self-balancing, battery-propelled Segway HT for the ultimate Austin adventure. Guides lead daily adventures around town.
TEXAS WINE TOURStexas-wine-tours.com 13900 N. IH-35, Suite J, Austin 78728 • 830-997-TOUR, 877-TEX-WINE • Custom tours include wine tastings, guided tours, behind-the-scenes winery tours, lunch and live music. Tours include an Austin or San Antonio pick-up/drop-off. Group minimum for custom tours is eight. Reservations required.
TEXPERT TOURStexperttours.com 6501 Linda Ln., Austin 78704 • 512-383-8989 • Customized tours of various natural and historic sites around Austin and Central Texas.
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN TOWER utexas.edu/tower 2247 Guadalupe St., Austin 78713 • 512-475-6633, 877-475-6633 • Enjoy the spec-tacular view from atop the 307-foot-tall University of Texas Tower, the school’s most recognizable land-mark. Advance reservations recom-mended. Call for tour schedule.
WineriesBECKER VINEYARDSbeckervineyards.com 464 Becker Farms Rd., Stonewall 78671 • 830-644-2681 • Open daily for tastings of bordeaux, viognier and other Rhone-style wines; vineyard tours, picnic facilities, lavender farm and bed-and-breakfast inn. Mon.–Thurs., 10am–5pm; Fri.–Sat., 10am–6pm; Sun., noon–6pm.
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AUSTIN DUCK ADVENTURESaustinducks.com 209 E. Sixth St., Austin 78701 • 512-4-SPLASH • A fun, narrated, amphibious tour of downtown Austin ends with a splash on Lake Austin.
AUSTIN HISTORIC WALKING TOURSaustintexas.org 209 E. Sixth St., Austin 78701 • 512-478-0098 • Learn about the history and archi-tecture of downtown Austin on free, guided walking tours of Congress Ave. and E. Sixth St. and the Bremond Block.
AUSTIN OVERTURES SIGHTSEEINGaustinovertures.com 209 E. Sixth St., Austin 78701 • 512-659-9478 • See “Austin in 90 Minutes” on a 30-mile tour that highlights all the exciting things to do in the city. Tours depart and tickets available from the Austin Visitor Center.
CYPRESS VALLEY CANOPY TOURScypressvalleycanopytours.com 1223 Paleface Rd. Spicewood 78669 • 512-264-8880 • Fly through a canopy of cypress trees on a zip line from treetop platforms; unique treehouse available for over-night accommodations.
ELECTRIC BIKE TOURS1122B S. Lamar Blvd., Austin 78704 • 512-444-TOUR • A unique and eco-friendly way to see the sites of Austin on electric motor-powered bicycles.
GLIDING REVOLUTION SEGWAY TOURSglidingrevolution.com 20 N. IH-35, Austin 78701 • 512-495-9250 • Choose from a variety of tours through downtown or at Barton Creek Resort on two-wheeled human transporters.
GPS RANGER VIDEO TOURaustintexas.org 209 E. Sixth St., Austin 78701 • 512-478-0098 • Interactive video tour detailing more than two dozen points of interest.
HAUNTED TEXAShauntedtexas.com 617 Congress Ave., Austin 78701 • 512-853-9826 • Walk in tracks of ghouls and ghosts through downtown. Reservations required. Tickets avail-able at Austin Visitor Center.
LIVE LOVE PADDLElivelovepaddle.com 512-804-2122 • Paddle a local river, see the bats from your personal kayak, or take a two-day trip. All trips are guided.
SEGCITY AUSTINsegcity.com 621 E. Sixth St., Austin 78701 • 512-402-9299 • Climb aboard the self-balancing, battery-propelled Segway HT for the ultimate Austin adventure. Guides lead daily adventures around town.
TEXAS WINE TOURStexas-wine-tours.com 13900 N. IH-35, Suite J, Austin 78728 • 830-997-TOUR, 877-TEX-WINE • Custom tours include wine tastings, guided tours, behind-the-scenes winery tours, lunch and live music. Tours include an Austin or San Antonio pick-up/drop-off. Group minimum for custom tours is eight. Reservations required.
TEXPERT TOURStexperttours.com 6501 Linda Ln., Austin 78704 • 512-383-8989 • Customized tours of various natural and historic sites around Austin and Central Texas.
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN TOWER utexas.edu/tower 2247 Guadalupe St., Austin 78713 • 512-475-6633, 877-475-6633 • Enjoy the spec-tacular view from atop the 307-foot-tall University of Texas Tower, the school’s most recognizable land-mark. Advance reservations recom-mended. Call for tour schedule.
WineriesBECKER VINEYARDSbeckervineyards.com 464 Becker Farms Rd., Stonewall 78671 • 830-644-2681 • Open daily for tastings of bordeaux, viognier and other Rhone-style wines; vineyard tours, picnic facilities, lavender farm and bed-and-breakfast inn. Mon.–Thurs., 10am–5pm; Fri.–Sat., 10am–6pm; Sun., noon–6pm.
BELL MOUNTAIN VINEYARDSbellmountainwine.com 463 Bell Mountain Rd. Fredericksburg 78624 • 830-685-3297 • Wine estate established in 1976 and des-ignated as Texas’ first winegrowing appellation, Bell Mountain produces an extensive selection of award-winning wines. Sat., 10am–5pm.
CHISHOLM TRAIL WINERYchisholmtrailwinery.com 2367 Usener Rd. Fredericksburg 78624 • 830-990-2675, 877-990-2675 • Enjoy tastings and tours of wines produced in the Texas Hill Country. Thurs.–Mon., noon–6pm.
DRIFTWOOD VINEYARDdriftwoodvineyards.com 4001 Elder Hill Rd., Driftwood 78619 • 512-692-6229 • Winery open daily for tasting or wine sales, 10am–6pm.
FALL CREEK VINEYARDSfcv.com 1820 CR 222, Tow 78672 • 325-379-5361 • Fall Creek Vineyards welcomes visitors to tour the winery and taste award-winning wines. Special event spaces avail-able. Mon.–Fri., 11am–4pm; Sat., 11am–5pm; Sun., noon–4pm.
FLAT CREEK ESTATE VINEYARD & WINERYflatcreekestate.com 24912 Singleton Bend E., Marble Falls 78654 • 512-267-6310 • Winery sits among 12 acres of Italian varietal wines; special events facil-ity and overnight accommodations available. Tues.–Fri., 9am–5pm.; Sat., 10am–5pm; Sun., noon–4pm.
FREDERICKSBURG WINERYfbgwinery.com 247 W. Main St., Fredericksburg 78624 • 830-990-8747 • Enjoy family winemaking in the Old World style at this winery located in downtown Fredericksburg. Mon.–Thurs., 10am–5:30pm; Fri.–Sat., 10am–7:30pm; Sun., noon–5:30pm.
GRAPE CREEK VINEYARDgrapecreek.com 10587 E. Hwy. 290, Fredericksburg 78624 • 830-644-2710 • Taste French-style Texas wines at this scenic winery between Stonewall and Fredericksburg; tours and gift shop. Mon.–Sat., 10am–6pm; Sun., 11am–5pm.
MANDOLA’S ESTATE WINERYmandolawines.com 13308 FM 150 W., Driftwood 78619 • 512-858-1470 • Damian Mandola, founder of Carraba’s restaurants, brings a little piece of Tuscany to the Hill Country with estate vineyards and an Italian bistro; tours and tasting room open Tues.–Fri., noon–9pm; Sat., 11am–9pm; Sun., 11am–8pm.
SPICEWOOD VINEYARDSspicewoodvineyards.com 1419 Burnet CR 409, Spicewood 78669 • 830-693-5328 • Discover fine, handcrafted wines at this pictur-esque winery just west of Austin; special events facility available. Wed.–Sat., 10am–5pm; Sun., noon–5pm.
STONE HOUSE VINEYARDstonehousevineyard.com 24350 Haynie Flat Rd., Spicewood 78669 • 512-264-3630 • Situated on a high bluff overlooking Lake Travis in Spicewood, the winery is distin-guished by its close proximity to Austin. Tasting room and winery open Fri.–Sun., noon–5pm and by appointment. Also available for special events.
TEXAS HILLS VINEYARDStexashillsvineyard.com 878 RR 2766, Johnson City 78636 • 830-868-2321 • Tasting room opens daily for sampling Texas wines crafted in the Italian styles of pinot grigio, chardonnay, syrah, moscato, merlot and more. Mon.–Sat., 10am–5pm; Sun., noon–5pm.
TORRE DI PIETRAtexashillcountrywine.com 10915 E. Hwy. 290, Fredericksburg 78624 • 830-644-2829 • Specializing in red wine with many award-winning wines. Fantastic boutique winery with live music every Sat. Daily, 11am–6pm.
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2ND STREET DISTRICT2ndstreetdistrict.com 2nd & Third sts. (between Colorado & San Antonio), Austin 78701 • 512-472-0421 • Mixed-use development includes chic retail stores, coffee shops, restaurants, wine bars and living spaces in a vibrant urban setting.
23RD STREET RENAISSANCE MARKETaustinartistsmarket.com 23rd at Guadalupe sts. Austin 78705 • 512-397-1458 • Open-air arts and crafts market located on The Drag, across from University of Texas campus; showcases unique handicrafts. Daily, 8am–10pm.
ALLEN’S BOOTSallensboots.com 1522 S. Congress Ave., Austin 78704 • 512-447-1413 • An anchor of the SoCo district, this store stocks boots, hats and authentic Western wear.
ARBORETUMsimon.com 10000 Research Blvd., Austin 78759 • 512-338-4437 • Relaxed, outdoor shopping experience with park-like atmosphere and national retailers. Call for hours. Saks Fifth Avenue located at adjacent Arboretum market.
AUSTIN VISITOR CENTERaustintexas.org 209 E. Sixth St., Austin 78701 • 512-478-0098 • Austin’s official gift shop with a large selection of Austin, University of Texas and Texas gifts. Open Mon.–Fri., 9am–5pm; Sat.–Sun., 9:30am–5:30pm.
BARTON CREEK SQUARE MALLsimon.com 2901 Capital of Texas Hwy., Austin 78746 • 512-327-7040 • Prime Austin destination features more than 180 specialty retailers, anchored by Nordstrom, Dillard’s, Macy’s, JC Penney and Sears. Mon.–Sat., 10am–9pm; Sun., noon–6pm.
CABELA’Scabelas.com 15570 IH-35, Buda 78610 • 512-295-1100, 800-237-4444 • One of the world’s foremost outfitters occupies a 230,000-square-foot store stocked with hunting, fishing and outdoor gear just 15 miles south of Austin.
THE DOMAINsimon.com 11400-A Burnet Rd., Austin 78758 • 512-834-2900 • In a town square atmosphere, the city’s newest retail development offers 700,000 square feet of restaurants and luxury fashion, including Austin’s first Neiman Marcus, Tiffany and Co., Barney’s CO-OP, Louis Vuitton and Intermix. Mon.–Sat., 10am–9pm; Sun., noon–6pm.
THE DRAGGuadalupe St. (across from University of Texas), Austin 78705 • Main shopping, dining and entertainment area for University of Texas students, The Drag offers a mix of local and chain retail stores, bars and restaurants.
HERITAGE BOOTheritageboot.com 117 W. Eighth St., Austin 78701 • 512-326-8577 • The only bootmakers in Austin, Heritage Boot sells both stock and custom boots.
HIGHLAND MALLhighlandmall.com 6001 Airport Blvd., Austin 78752 • 512-454-9656 • Home to more than 150 stores, includ-ing anchors Dillard’s and Macy’s. Mon.–Sat., 10am–9pm; Sun., noon–6pm.
HILL COUNTRY GALLERIAhillcountrygalleria.com 12700 Hill Country Blvd., Bee Cave 78738 • 512-263-0001 • Find retail stores, restau-rants and entertainment at the 152-acre shopping center.
IKEAikea.com 1 IKEA Way (N. IH-35, exit 256), Round Rock 78664 • 512-828-4532 • Newest location for Swedish retailer offers 252,000 square feet of home furniture and accessories in 50 different room settings. Daily, 10am–9pm.
LAKELINE MALL AND LAKELINE PLAZAsimon.com 11200 Lakeline Mall Dr., Cedar Park 78613 • 512-257-7467 • More than 150 retailers anchored by Dillard’s, JC Penney and Macy’s. Mon.–Sat., 10am–9pm; Sun., noon–6pm.
NEIMAN MARCUS LAST CALLneimanmarcus.com 4115 S. Capital of Texas Hwy., Austin 78704 • 512-447-0701 • It’s a haute couture dream come true with final markdowns on designer merchan-dise from Neiman Marcus. Open daily.
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THE DOMAINsimon.com 11400-A Burnet Rd., Austin 78758 • 512-834-2900 • In a town square atmosphere, the city’s newest retail development offers 700,000 square feet of restaurants and luxury fashion, including Austin’s first Neiman Marcus, Tiffany and Co., Barney’s CO-OP, Louis Vuitton and Intermix. Mon.–Sat., 10am–9pm; Sun., noon–6pm.
THE DRAGGuadalupe St. (across from University of Texas), Austin 78705 • Main shopping, dining and entertainment area for University of Texas students, The Drag offers a mix of local and chain retail stores, bars and restaurants.
HERITAGE BOOTheritageboot.com 117 W. Eighth St., Austin 78701 • 512-326-8577 • The only bootmakers in Austin, Heritage Boot sells both stock and custom boots.
HIGHLAND MALLhighlandmall.com 6001 Airport Blvd., Austin 78752 • 512-454-9656 • Home to more than 150 stores, includ-ing anchors Dillard’s and Macy’s. Mon.–Sat., 10am–9pm; Sun., noon–6pm.
HILL COUNTRY GALLERIAhillcountrygalleria.com 12700 Hill Country Blvd., Bee Cave 78738 • 512-263-0001 • Find retail stores, restau-rants and entertainment at the 152-acre shopping center.
IKEAikea.com 1 IKEA Way (N. IH-35, exit 256), Round Rock 78664 • 512-828-4532 • Newest location for Swedish retailer offers 252,000 square feet of home furniture and accessories in 50 different room settings. Daily, 10am–9pm.
LAKELINE MALL AND LAKELINE PLAZAsimon.com 11200 Lakeline Mall Dr., Cedar Park 78613 • 512-257-7467 • More than 150 retailers anchored by Dillard’s, JC Penney and Macy’s. Mon.–Sat., 10am–9pm; Sun., noon–6pm.
NEIMAN MARCUS LAST CALLneimanmarcus.com 4115 S. Capital of Texas Hwy., Austin 78704 • 512-447-0701 • It’s a haute couture dream come true with final markdowns on designer merchan-dise from Neiman Marcus. Open daily.
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PRIME OUTLETS – SAN MARCOSprimeoutlets.com 3939 S. IH-35, San Marcos 78666 • 512-396-2200, 800-628-9465 • Named “Third Best Place to Shop” in the world. Visitors find such brands as Neiman Marcus Last Call, Saks Off Fifth, Kate Spade, Pottery Barn, Crate and Barrel and others at 135 manufacturers’ outlets. Mon.–Sat., 10am–9pm; Sun., 10am–7pm.
ROUND ROCK PREMIUM OUTLETSpremiumoutlets.com/roundrock 4401 N. IH-35, exit 257, Round Rock 78664 • 512-863-6688 • Collection of 125 designer and name-brand outlet stores offer discount savings on merchandise at Ann Taylor, Burberry, Calvin Klein, Coach, J. Crew, Kenneth Cole, Michael Kors and many more.
SOUTH CONGRESS AVENUEfirstthursday.info S. Congress Ave. (from Johanna to Gibson sts.), Austin 78704 • This hip strip offers an array of eclectic shops, restaurants, boutiques, antique stores, music venues and galleries. Every first Thurs. of the month, stores remain open until 10pm.
SOUTHPARK MEADOWSshopsouthparkmeadows.com 9300-9900 IH-35 South, Austin 78748 • 877-258-5879 • Southpark Meadows is your place to gather, shop, dine and play in South Austin, offering more than 85 of your favorite retailers and 30 eateries.
TANGER OUTLET CENTERtangeroutlet.com/sanmarcos 4015 S. IH-35, San Marcos 78666 • 512-396-7446, 800-408-8424 • Visit Texas’ largest outlet shopping destination for discounts from major retailers such as Calvin Klein, Nautica and Adidas. Mon.–Sat., 9am–9pm; Sun., 10am–7pm.
WATERLOO RECORDS AND VIDEOwaterloorecords.com 600A N. Lamar Blvd., Austin 78703 • 512-474-2500 • Waterloo Records stocks an extensive collection of music by Texas and Austin artists; in-store record release parties.
WEST ENDW. Sixth St., Market District, Austin 78703 • Explore the galleries, gift shops, antique stores, food and other specialty shops along West Sixth Street, anchored by Whole Foods, Anthropologie, REI and BookPeople.
WILD ABOUT MUSICwildaboutmusic.com 115 E. Sixth St., Austin 78701 • 512-708-1700, 877-370-1700 • Wild About Music art and gift gallery is dedicated entirely to music and music-related products. Open daily.
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SOUTHPARK MEADOWSshopsouthparkmeadows.com 9300-9900 IH-35 South, Austin 78748 • 877-258-5879 • Southpark Meadows is your place to gather, shop, dine and play in South Austin, offering more than 85 of your favorite retailers and 30 eateries.
TANGER OUTLET CENTERtangeroutlet.com/sanmarcos 4015 S. IH-35, San Marcos 78666 • 512-396-7446, 800-408-8424 • Visit Texas’ largest outlet shopping destination for discounts from major retailers such as Calvin Klein, Nautica and Adidas. Mon.–Sat., 9am–9pm; Sun., 10am–7pm.
WATERLOO RECORDS AND VIDEOwaterloorecords.com 600A N. Lamar Blvd., Austin 78703 • 512-474-2500 • Waterloo Records stocks an extensive collection of music by Texas and Austin artists; in-store record release parties.
WEST ENDW. Sixth St., Market District, Austin 78703 • Explore the galleries, gift shops, antique stores, food and other specialty shops along West Sixth Street, anchored by Whole Foods, Anthropologie, REI and BookPeople.
WILD ABOUT MUSICwildaboutmusic.com 115 E. Sixth St., Austin 78701 • 512-708-1700, 877-370-1700 • Wild About Music art and gift gallery is dedicated entirely to music and music-related products. Open daily.
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Visitor CenterAustin Visitor Center209 E. Sixth St., Austin 78701512-478-0098, 866-GO-AUSTINOpen Mon.–Fri., 9am–5pm; Sat.–Sun., 9:30am–5:30pm.
LocationAustin is located in Central Texas, 192 miles south of Dallas, 79 miles north of San Antonio, 162 miles northwest of Houston, 573 miles east of El Paso and 236 miles from the border of Mexico.
Population1,513,615 people live in the met-ropolitan area; 709,893 live within Austin city limits.
ElevationAustin is 597 feet above sea level. One of the highest vantage points in the city is Mt. Bonnell at 785 feet.
Travel DiscountsVisit austintexas.org for special hotel, attractions, events and travel packages, as well as discount coupons for restaurants and activities.
TaxesThe sales tax for goods and services is 8.25 percent; the hotel tax rate is 15 percent.
Liquor LawsThe legal drinking age in Texas is 21. Bars remain open until 2am. Liquor stores are closed Sundays and major holidays. No beer or wine is sold in stores until after noon on Sundays.
Smoking OrdinanceAustin bans smoking in all public places, including the airport, municipal and other government offices. Smoking is prohibited in restaurants, bars and indoor music venues.
Live MusicThe largest concentration of live music venues is found in the Sixth Street/Red River (Sixth and Seventh streets from IH-35 to Congress Ave.) and Warehouse (Fifth to Second streets, west from Congress Ave. to Guadalupe St.) entertain-ment districts. Other popular music venues outside these areas include: The Broken Spoke at 3201 S. Lamar, Continental Club at 1315 S. Congress Ave. and T.C's Lounge at 1413 Webberville Rd. On Thursdays, consult the Austin American-Statesman's Austin 360 and The Austin Chronicle for live music listings. Visit austintexas.org for maps to the entertainment districts.
Climate & What to WearAustin's climate is temperate, with mild winters and warm summers. From November to February, pack a sweater or lightweight jacket, as evenings are brisk. Short-sleeved shirts and other warm-weather clothes should be packed if you plan on visiting any other time of year.
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CAPITAL METRO “AIRPORT FLYER”capmetro.org • 512-474-1200 800-474-1201 • Fare: 75 cents
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Texas Capitol Tours512-305-8400tspb.state.tx.us/SPB/plan/Tours.htm Taller than the nation’s capitol, the Texas Capitol was restored several years ago with many of its original architectural details.
Congress Avenue Batsbatcon.org Home of the largest urban Mexican Free-Tailed bat colony in North America. Viewing area just north of the Austin American-Statesman parking lot at 305 S. Congress.
Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trail ci.austin.tx.us/parks/trails.htm Take a stroll on the scenic trail that is found in the heart of Austin. Walkers, joggers and bikers also get a taste of Lady Bird Lake, Zilker Park and Auditorium Shores while on the trail.
Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum512-721-0200lbjlib.utexas.edu America’s only free Presidential Library chronicles the life and times of LBJ and his contributions to six decades of American history.
Live from the Plaza512-974-9313 ci.austin.tx.us/music/live.htm Free concert series held Fridays at noon at Austin City Hall.
Zilker Botanical Garden512-477-8672zilkergarden.orgThirty acres of beautiful garden displays include butterfl y, prehistoric, rose and Japanese gardens.
Austin Insiders ClubSign up for the Austin Insiders Club for exclusive discounts to local hotels, restaurants and attractions. In addition to special travel and hotel getaway packages, the Austin Insiders Club features coupons ranging from city tours to nature adventures and down-home Texas barbecue to gourmet Italian cuisine. Join online at austintexas.org/AIC.
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