For years Austin referred to as to me. Flashing my identify in neon lights, begging me to hitch it for a drink within the basement of a honky-tonk. Lastly, this previous summer season, I obtained the chance to spend a couple of days in probably the most splendidly bizarre metropolis in America. You guessed it; Austin, Texas. So if you happen to’re within the space or are heading on a visit down south, right here’s the way to spend 24 hours in Austin, a casually cool metropolis that has effectively and actually come of age.
24 Hours in Austin
9 am: Espresso and Pastries at Determine 8 Espresso Purveyors.
Tucked on a nook of Chicon Road, Determine 8 has ridiculously high quality espresso in a metropolis that’s full of (tons) of ridiculously high quality espresso outlets. Open since 2014, the store has a feel-good vibe with an out of doors patio excellent for a dreamy, simple summer season morning.
And if you happen to’re like me and by no means cease at one cup, perform a little espresso store hop and swing by these different to not miss native locations:
The place to seek out the perfect espresso in Austin:
1. Civil Goat Tremendous Espresso Roasters
2. Flitch Espresso – Housed inside an lovely camper!
3. Wright Bros. Brew & Brew
4. Texas French Bread
Mid Morning in Austin
11 am: Procuring/Thrifting on S. Congress
Up and down the well-known South Congress Avenue, lovingly known as SoCo, you’ll discover a few of the quirkiest and coolest shops in Austin. From the Austin Motel to South Congress Books, this space of city is overflowing with charming outlets stuffed with secondhand, domestically made, and environmentally aware merchandise.
My private favourite spot was Feathers Classic, the place I practically purchased a $200 Doobie Brothers live performance tee for my mother (a narrative for an additional time). Better of all, this space is completely walkable.
And after you discover the entire of the road, I like to recommend venturing out a bit additional to scope out these different top-notch vintage/thrifty locations!
The most effective classic shops in Austin:
1. Unusual Objects
2. Appeal Faculty Classic
3. Blue Velvet
4. Room Service Classic
Noon in Austin
1 pm: Lunch at Discada
Is there any phrase extra mouthwatering than T A C O S? Try to consider one, I dare you. When in Austin, you must swing by at the least one taco truck. Discada is my quantity #1 decide as a result of they preserve it easy. Select from 3, 5, or 8 beef and pork taquitos and pair them off with a chilly Topo Chico (obvs).
Professional Tip: Get there on the sooner facet or order on-line to keep away from the truck promoting out earlier than you get there. Additionally, verify their Instagram for any updates!
As a result of my taco habits are fairly much like my espresso habits, listed here are different suggestions!
The most effective Tacos in Austin
1. Rosita’s Al Pastor
2. Ñoños Tacos
3. Granny’s Tacos
3 pm: ExploreZilker Botanical Backyard
Pay attention, I really like an artwork museum as a lot as the following woman, however when you will have restricted time in Austin, I’d encourage you to remain open air as a lot as doable.
The lovely Zilker Botanical Backyard is a implausible option to do exactly that. Plus, you get a candy view of downtown once you get to the very best a part of the Taniguchi Japanese Backyard.
One other enjoyable out of doors exercise? Kayaking on Girl Fowl Lake!
Evening time in Austin
6 pm: Dinner at Interstellar BBQ
May I even name this an Austin metropolis information with out the point out of BBQ? Whereas there are PLENTY of choices all through the town, Interstellar is, effectively, stellar. This place is so sizzling clients should put in on-line orders a full 24 hours earlier than pickup (however belief me, it’s value it). Additionally they have dine-in seating accessible!
Not within the temper for BBQ? Strive these!
The most effective BBQ’s in Austin
1. Elizabeth St. Cafe
2. Picnik
3. DipDipDip Tatsu-Ya (Prime tip: Additionally they have an unbelievable ice cream store hooked up)
8 pm: Drinks and Reside Music at The Continental Membership
With dwell music occurring nearly each night time of the week, this spot is an iconic piece of Austin tradition and offers off main retro vibes that transport you to a different time.
However I’d be remiss in providing only one bar advice in a metropolis with such an unbelievable nightlife scene.
The most effective bars in Austin:
1. Associates Bar
2. Elephant Room
3. Nickel Metropolis
4. Gin Bar – On the rooftop of my lodge advice beneath!
The place to Keep in Austin:
After performing some analysis, I knew I wished to remain in East Austin however didn’t need a ton of visitors noise. That’s when I discovered Arrive on E. 6th road. This lodge was the proper answer, because it’s tucked in a mellow nook of the highway however inside a couple of minutes of superior bars and occasional outlets. Plus, its décor is divine.
