Interesting things to do in Austin
Austin, Texas, is the perfect place to enjoy your Texas Longhorns football games during the fall weekends. It defies all expectations and offers you the relaxation you need on the weekend. And the best part is that you don’t need to put a serious dent in your wallet to get the most out of the most beloved city in the US.
There is just too much to do and see before or after an eventful football game. Whether it’s your first time watching football and exploring Austin or you’re simply playing tourist in your own city, you don’t have to look far or spend too much to have a great weekend. Here is a list of things you can do in Austin.
Start your day with Austin’s Delicacy — tacos!
If you have never thought of having tacos for breakfast, at least don’t leave Austin without trying it. Taco is practically a Texan state dish that people eat at any time of the day. So, to start your day off, go for some good tacos.
Breakfast tacos are not any different from what you’re used to as they can be filled with endless ingredients. However, you may notice that they’re super soft and not crunchy and expect potato or egg fillings. It’s almost impossible to find bad taco in Austin, so don’t buy with that mentality of spending more for quality. Tacos is just tacos in Austin, and it is special and unique in every way. So price is tagged based on where you buy, not quality.
Learn a little about Austin’s Culture and History
Once you’re full, start your day by exploring the heart of Austin. You can take a free tour at the State Capitol, where you will see the legislative chambers and historical artifacts. Even if you’re not a culture or history fanatic, learning a few things about Austin’s History won’t hurt. Just across the street, you can visit the Texas Governor’s mansion, an executive residence west of Mississippi. There is also a free guided tour between Wednesday and Friday afternoon.
If you have time, stroll the Congress Avenue to the Mexico-Arte Museum, where you will learn a little History and contemporary Latino and Mexican art—Mexican heritage is the foundation of Texas. Next, head to the ‘Museum of the weird’, which is also around the corner. Here you will find a wide range of curios & oddities from cyclops pig to bigfoot and shrunken heads and if everything seems too wired, break for lunch.
Don’t underestimate food trucks in Austin
Don’t leave Austin without experiencing the satisfaction that comes with food trucks. Food trucks are all over Austin, you don’t need to struggle to find them, and they serve some of the best foods in Austin. If you are craving for something you saw, heard, searched, or ever tasted before, you’ll probably find a food truck selling it.
Food in Austin is simply on another level—thanks to Texans who enjoy eating delicious foods. So, find food when you are hungry and leave your keto diet at home. The BBQ is simply incredible, nothing you will find elsewhere in the south. Tex-Mex is another interesting and famous cuisine all over the town. Just don’t forget to try the fried chicken steak while there.
Watch bats from the Congress Avenue bridge
It’s almost impossible to mention Austin without mentioning bats, especially between April and October when they show up. Austin is home to 1.5 million bats that live under the Congress Bridge. These phenomenal creatures put on a nightly show during the warm months and are part of Austin’s identity all over the world–something you may not want to miss. If you are going to be staying for a few days in Austin, be sure to take a trip and observe the most significant urban bat colony take the sky at dusk from this April.
The result is a stunning display as they fly up and down beneath the bridge in stylish formations as they dine on grasshoppers, mosquitoes, moths, and other flying insects. You can enjoy your view from different angles like from the bridge or the boats. Just feel free to find a nice spot for a spectacular view.
Dance the nights away in clubs
After watching an unusual magnificent site at the Congress Avenue Bridge, head back to South Congress to the famous local institution—the continental club—to listen to some good music. Every night is always a surprise because you will never know what kind of music will play on any particular night. The club flows with rock, jazz & blues, Country, Local bands, or even someone shows up for a live show. You can never really tell what’s cooking until you get there. But one thing you should be sure to get—Have a good time.
Watch your game on big screens
Tips for your trip to Austin
Whether you plan to watch the big game alone or with your buddies, finding the best venue should be your top priority, especially if that’s what brought you to Austin. For that reason, you may want to find a place where you can watch, eat and even spend the night. A great place to be is the
Backspin offers you the opportunity to watch all your games on the big screen while enjoying different entrée specials prepared by their head chefs like wings, salads, homemade soups, burgers, sandwiches, and wraps. They also serve unique cocktails on Sundays. B.D Riley’s is another perfect spot to watch soccer alone or with friends. The Mueller location is the official home of Austin’s Liverpool fans.
If you want to explore the world of burgers, why don’t you do it while watching your game at the Billy’s on Burnet? The massive burger and beer joint is a great spot to watch all your favorite games as you sip a cold beer. The Boulevard Bar & Grill across the street is another small bar with perfect booths and classic American eats like burgers and buns. The place is decorated with giant flat screens all over the restaurant, and you should expect daily specials in terms of beer and food. It’s a nice place to enjoy football and other games.
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