WestgateAustin's Guidebook for Austin
Sightseeing
The largest Capitol Building in the US. Good gift shop. Don't miss the "secret" cafeteria in the basement for decent, inexpensive food.
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Texas Senate
1200 Congress AveThe largest Capitol Building in the US. Good gift shop. Don't miss the "secret" cafeteria in the basement for decent, inexpensive food.
Newly restored and beautiful from the outside. It is possible to book a tour, too.
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Texas Governor's Mansion
1010 Colorado StNewly restored and beautiful from the outside. It is possible to book a tour, too.
A beautiful old church. Well worth a snapshot even if you're not attending services.
St. Mary's Cathedral
203 E 10th StA beautiful old church. Well worth a snapshot even if you're not attending services.
Republikens torg
422 Guadalupe StFarmers' Market on Saturdays.
Food Scene
Texas Chili Parlor
1409 Lavaca StClassic comfort food in a Texas saloon environment.
Upscale modern Indian. Make a reservation for weekend nights.
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The Clay Pit
1601 Guadalupe StUpscale modern Indian. Make a reservation for weekend nights.
SUSHI JUNAI 1
1612 Lavaca StAffordable, all you can eat sushi.
Serranos
1111 Red River StreetSolid Tex-Mex.
Caffe Aragona
914 Congress AveA good coffee and lunch option.
An excellent steakhouse and a beautiful dark bar. Do not miss the Friday pork chop lunch special.
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Perry's Steakhouse & Grille
114 W 7th StAn excellent steakhouse and a beautiful dark bar. Do not miss the Friday pork chop lunch special.
Quattro Gatti
908 Congress AveExcellent Italian food and handmade pizza.
Delicious, upscale Americana and a lovely dark bar, as well.
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Roaring Fork
10850 Stonelake BlvdDelicious, upscale Americana and a lovely dark bar, as well.
The Hideout Theatre
617 Congress AveCoffee, improv, and indie gatherings.
Franklin Barbecue
900 E 11th StThe legendary Franklin Barbecue. Prepare to queue.
It doesn't get nearly as much hype as some newer BBQ joints, but it's been churning out good Texas BBQ since 1943. A hidden gem.
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House Park Bar-B-Que
900 W 12th StIt doesn't get nearly as much hype as some newer BBQ joints, but it's been churning out good Texas BBQ since 1943. A hidden gem.
no-comply
824A W 12th StA "Keep Austin Weird" joint selling coffee and skateboard gear.
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea
The closest caffeine fix and a hefty selection of teas, too.
This new kid on the block has quickly developed a good rep for its breakfasts and burgers.
Phoebe's Downtown
This new kid on the block has quickly developed a good rep for its breakfasts and burgers.
Drinks & Nightlife
A hidden basement dive bar that is popular with lobbyists and legislators.
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Cloak Room
A hidden basement dive bar that is popular with lobbyists and legislators.
Scholz Garten
1607 San Jacinto BlvdA classic German biergarten.
Who says you need alcohol to have a good time? Austin's first sans alcohol bar provides good times and "elevated zero-proof cocktails, wines, and beers." Truly unique.
Sans Bar
918 E 12th StWho says you need alcohol to have a good time? Austin's first sans alcohol bar provides good times and "elevated zero-proof cocktails, wines, and beers." Truly unique.
Arts & Culture
Although it is modest, it is probably the best art museum in the city.
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Blanton Museum of Art
200 East Martin Luther King Junior BoulevardAlthough it is modest, it is probably the best art museum in the city.
Bullock Museum IMAX Theatre
1800 Congress AveThe only IMAX theatre in central Austin.
Women & Their Work Gallery
1311 East Cesar Chavez StreetOften edgy art exhibits. LGBT friendly.
UT basketball and lots of special events.
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Frank C. Erwin, Jr., Special Events Center
1701 Red River StUT basketball and lots of special events.
The classic theater in Austin for movies and much more.
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Paramount Theatre
713 Congress AveThe classic theater in Austin for movies and much more.
Edgy live improv and theater that would offend your mother.
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Fallout Theater
616 Lavaca StEdgy live improv and theater that would offend your mother.
A variety of rotating art exhibits.
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The Contemporary Austin - Jones Center
700 Congress AveA variety of rotating art exhibits.
Davis Gallery & Framing
837 W 12th StA commercial art gallery with frequent evening events.
Everything Else
A great way to learn more about Texas history. Free live music out front is common, too.
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Bullock Texas State History Museum
1800 Congress AveA great way to learn more about Texas history. Free live music out front is common, too.
Learn more about the history of Austin.
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Austin History Center, Austin Public Library
810 Guadalupe StLearn more about the history of Austin.
It's always good to know the location of the nearest hospital. Just in case.
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University Medical Center Brackenridge
601 E 15th StIt's always good to know the location of the nearest hospital. Just in case.
Shopping
Twin Liquors
1801 E 51st StDiverse alcohol selection and knowledgeable staff.
Old Bakery & Emporium
1006 Congress AveUnique gifts in a historic building.
Target
The closest Target; good for everyday shopping.
2nd St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
Upscale shopping and one of the city's best strolls.
Essentials
Ana's Mart
800 Brazos StBasic groceries at affordable prices.
Royal Blue Grocery
609 Congress AveQuality groceries, coffee, and great sandwiches.