Lauri’s guidebook
Sightseeing
You can hike, backpack, camp, rock climb, picnic, bird, study nature, geocache and stargaze. (You cannot swim here or ride bikes on the trails.)
Hiking
Explore nearly 11 miles of hiking trails. Take a virtual tour with our Interactive Trails Map. All trails close 30 minutes after sunset, except the Loop Trail. The Summit Trail may close in wet weather.
Rock Climbing
Rock climbers must check in at park headquarters.
This sacred and magical place is a 1 hr 45 min drive from our rental.
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Parc Natural Estatal Enchanted Rock
16710 Ranch Rd 965You can hike, backpack, camp, rock climb, picnic, bird, study nature, geocache and stargaze. (You cannot swim here or ride bikes on the trails.)
Hiking
Explore nearly 11 miles of hiking trails. Take a virtual tour with our Interactive Trails Map. All trails close 30 minutes after sunset, except the Loop Trail. The Summit Trail may close in wet weather.
Rock Climbing
Rock climbers must check in at park headquarters.
This sacred and magical place is a 1 hr 45 min drive from our rental.
This 1,140-acre park, located 13 miles east of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, has something for everyone. Whether it’s multiuse trails, guided outdoor and water recreation, or rental facilities, you can customize your adventure at McKinney Roughs Nature Park. Visitors can soar to new heights on the award-winning, only dual zip line tour in Texas – Zip Lost Pines.
53 residents recomanen
McKinney Roughs Nature Park
1884 State Hwy 71This 1,140-acre park, located 13 miles east of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, has something for everyone. Whether it’s multiuse trails, guided outdoor and water recreation, or rental facilities, you can customize your adventure at McKinney Roughs Nature Park. Visitors can soar to new heights on the award-winning, only dual zip line tour in Texas – Zip Lost Pines.
Zilker Botanical Garden — located on 26 acres nestled within Zilker Metropolitan Park in the heart of downtown Austin, Texas, Zilker Botanical Garden is often called “the jewel in the heart of Austin”. Theme gardens such as the Taniguchi Japanese Garden, Riparian Streambed, and Rose Garden are interconnected with streams, waterfalls and Koi-filled ponds, while the Hartman Prehistoric Garden recreates a Cretaceous habitat filled with plants from the time of the dinosaurs. Featuring heritage live oaks set into a hillside, the Garden offers a lush, shady respite perfect for an urban get-away stroll.
429 residents recomanen
Jardí Botànic de Zilker
2220 Barton Springs RdZilker Botanical Garden — located on 26 acres nestled within Zilker Metropolitan Park in the heart of downtown Austin, Texas, Zilker Botanical Garden is often called “the jewel in the heart of Austin”. Theme gardens such as the Taniguchi Japanese Garden, Riparian Streambed, and Rose Garden are interconnected with streams, waterfalls and Koi-filled ponds, while the Hartman Prehistoric Garden recreates a Cretaceous habitat filled with plants from the time of the dinosaurs. Featuring heritage live oaks set into a hillside, the Garden offers a lush, shady respite perfect for an urban get-away stroll.
Auditorium Shores is often the locale for outdoor concerts, festivals and other events. Other times, it is a great open space for a game of frisbee, flying a kite or letting your dog roam freely. The Stevie Ray Vaughan Memorial statue is located at Auditorium Shores, along the south bank of Lady Bird Lake on the Hike-and-Bike Trail.
246 residents recomanen
Auditorium Shores al parc metropolità del llac de la ciutat
900 W Riverside DrAuditorium Shores is often the locale for outdoor concerts, festivals and other events. Other times, it is a great open space for a game of frisbee, flying a kite or letting your dog roam freely. The Stevie Ray Vaughan Memorial statue is located at Auditorium Shores, along the south bank of Lady Bird Lake on the Hike-and-Bike Trail.
Gus Fruh
2642 Barton Hills DrBarton Creek Greenbelt
3755 South Capital of Texas HighwayEntertainment
Esther's Follies
525 E 6th StIt's hilarious and an Austin iconic establishment!
Saxon Pub
1320 S Lamar BlvdAntone's
305 E 5th StThe Continental Gallery
1313 S Congress AveThe Paramount Theatre
713 Congress AveCircuit of The Americas
9201 Circuit of the Americas BlvdACL Live
310 W Willie Nelson BlvdShopping
Wild About Music
615 Congress AveThis music related gift shop most represents Austin!
Food scene
A local store you do not have to be a member of the co op to shop. Great choices and you're supporting local Austin.
337 residents recomanen
Wheatsville Food Co-Op
3101 Guadalupe StA local store you do not have to be a member of the co op to shop. Great choices and you're supporting local Austin.
Authentic Austin Tex Mex! Top notch margaritas and a great breakfast place too. Likely a wait list so go early or a little after the dinner hour.
304 residents recomanen
Matt's El Rancho
2613 S Lamar BlvdAuthentic Austin Tex Mex! Top notch margaritas and a great breakfast place too. Likely a wait list so go early or a little after the dinner hour.
Loro
2115 S Lamar BlvdThe food and experience is wonderful!