Things to do in Austin
Austin's east side and south side put you close to live music, food trucks, and the city's green space.
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Local favorites
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Live Music on 6th & Rainey Street
The Live Music Capital of the World lives up to it.
Photo: ajay_suresh / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0
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South Congress Avenue
Boutiques, murals, and people-watching.
Photo: Utexas06 / Wikimedia Commons, public domain
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Zilker Park & Barton Springs Pool
A spring-fed swimming hole in the middle of the city.
Photo: Microbesandmuck27 / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
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Lady Bird Lake
Paddle, bike, or jog the hike-and-bike trail.
Photo: Michael Barera / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
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Food Trucks & Barbecue
Central Texas brisket and tacos, all over town.
Photo: Zach Garner / Wikimedia Commons, GFDL