Austin Like a Local: By the People Who Call It Home (Travel Guide)

Explore the live music capital of the world with this insider s guide to Austin. They say everything is bigger in Texas, and the state capital is no exception! With an endless bucket list of things to do, it can be hard to pick and choose. This Austin city guide will help you plan an unforgettable trip to this eclectic metropolis. Beyond the well-trodden sights, there s a secret side of the city and who better to guide you to it than the locals? This Austin travel guide includes: Two-color, bold, modern design with contemporary illustrations throughout Authors are true locals and have been picked for having their fingers on the pulse and their diverse tastes. Their suggestions and advice sit alongside quotes from Austin creatives, volunteers and business leaders to give the book a local feel A narrative style throughout, making the local, personal voice central to every entry Structured by six themes Eat, Drink, Shop, Art and Culture, Nightlife and Outdoors Each entry includes its unique address so readers can pinpoint precisely where they are heading Each theme ends with a tour spread, dedicated to a specific interest or experience. For example, a street art tour of Austin There is no place like Austin! The city is vibrant, full of energy and embraces an alternative lifestyle. Between the 300 outdoor parks, local art, music festivals, quirky neighborhoods and an endless list of restaurants and bars, there is always somewhere to go, something to do and something to taste! This guidebook is designed to help you make the most of your trip to Austin, an evolving city that successfully upholds its mantra to Keep Austin Weird. Additional tidbits to expand your experience are peppered throughout this local guide to Austin. For example, local tips and recommendations from Austinites, hands-on experiences (cookery classes, craft sessions), and ideas for traveling solo, in a pair and in a crowd. It also includes tips on how to travel sensibly in a post-Covid world without compromising on experience. From New York and London to Paris and Tokyo, there are more places to discover with these niche local guides! Written by the people who call it home, the Like A Local series from DK takes you beyond the tourist track to experience the heart and soul of each city! Contents 4 Welcome to the City 6 Through the Year 8 Know-How 10 Neighborhoods 14 On the Map 16 EAT 30 Breakfast and Brunch 32 Beloved Bakeries 36 Light Bites 40 Comfort Food 44 Taco Trucks 48 Special Occasion 52 Take a Tour: A day on the taco trail in East Austin 56 DRINK 58 Coffee Shops 60 Juice and Smoothie Bars 64 Neighborhood Bars 68 Beer Bars and Breweries 72 Cocktail Joints 76 Wine Bars and Wineries 80 Take a Tour: An evening on South Congress 84 SHOP 86 Thrift and Vintage Stores 88 Street Style 92 Austin Accessories 96 Farmers’ Markets and Grocers 100 Book Nooks 104 Home Touches 108 Take a Tour: An afternoon shopping in North Loop 113 ARTS & CULTURE 114 City History 116 Top Theaters 120 Art Galleries 124 Favorite Museums 128 Street Art 132 Take a Tour: A day exploring Six Square 137 NIGHTLIFE 138 Honky-Tonkin’ 140 Cool Clubs 144 Live Music 148 Culture Live 152 LGBTQ+ Scene 156 Game Night 160 Take a Tour: A night of music in Downtown 164 OUTDOORS 166 Hiking and Biking 168 Alfresco Fitness 172 Green Spaces 176 Swimming Spots 180 Nearby Getaways 184 Take a Tour: A day out in idyllic Zilker 188 Directory 190 Acknowledgments 192 **Experience Austin the local way with this insider's e-guide** Home to a world-class live music scene, countless independent stores and a sense of community like no other, this Texas city is endlessly enticing. But it's not all about the State Capitol and SXSW. Beyond the well-trodden sights there's a secret side of the city - and who better to guide you to it than the locals? This insider's e-guide includes recommendations from Austinites in the know, helping you to discover all their favourite hangout spots and hidden haunts. Start your day with a breakfast taco from an east-side food truck, take a dip in one of the many swimming holes and dance the two step at a honky tonk in South Austin. Whether you're an Austinite looking to uncover your city's secrets or a traveller seeking an authentic experience beyond the tourist track, this stylish guide makes sure you experience the real side of Austin. "Home to a world-class live music scene, countless independent stores and a sense of community like no other, this Texas city is endlessly enticing. But it's not all about the State Capitol and SXSW. Beyond the well-trodden sights there's a secret side of the city - and who better to guide you to it than the locals? This insider's guide is packed with recommendations from Austinites in the know, helping you to discover all their favourite hangout spots and hidden haunts. Start your day with a breakfast taco from an east-side food truck, take a dip in one of the many swimming holes and dance the two step at a honky tonk in South Austin"--provided by publisher