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Mural
Delores L.

The Wonder Woman Right to Vote mural on the Side of the Line Hotel at the corner of Cesar Chavez and Congress is spectacular! It is certainly a focal point for the downtown area. It was commissioned to commemorate the empowerment of women. It reminds of the ink dot pictures where you can see more than one item in a picture. She see the body of Wonder Woman and at the same time the face of Wonder Woman. This mural spans the entire height of the Line Hotel, which makes it awe-inspiring and eye-catching. This mural is a reminder of the significance of women empowerment and the special gift of the vote!

ZIKI MEXICAN GREEK DELICIOUSNESS
D F.

Ziki is my favorite spicy, tangy and delicious gyro, basil chicken, love it

First glimpse of Austin
Lynn D.

Love this town and can't wait to go back for a longer visit! We were only there one day but there is so much to do and see that we only got to scratch the service. Love all the food trucks all over town! We got to dine at 2 excellent restaurants and visit the Sculpture Museum which was beautiful

Drew B.

Ah, yes, Austin, the left-wing Mecca in the heart of big ol' red Texas. Home of Richard Linklater, Austin City Limits, SXSW, the LBJ Presidential Library, the University of Texas, the Mexican free-tailed bats of Congress Avenue Bridge, and a wedge of Western Hill Country. Their motto is "Keep Austin Weird" ... and frankly, they're not weird enough. They definitely bring the weird with their art scene, their almost endless line of music festivals, the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar (https://www.yelp.com/biz/armadillo-christmas-bazaar-austin), the Cathedral of Junk (https://www.yelp.com/biz/cathedral-of-junk-austin), and Spamarama (https://www.yelp.com/biz/spamarama-2019-austin), they definitely make a helluva argument for being weird. IMHO, the weirdest is the pilgrimage to view those Mexican Bats under the Congress Avenue Bridge (https://www.yelp.com/biz/bats-under-the-congress-avenue-bridge-austin). Yes, Austinites (and courageous tourists) stand on the bridge right before sundown (March through October), as ~1.5 million bats emerge nightly from narrow crevices and flutter into the night sky. Yes, bats, yes, the kind of $#!+ that would give those who hate bats a lifetime of nightmares. But to me, there's very un-weird side. It's the conservative, gun-toting influence of red Texas ... most of which emanates from the government that resides there. Maybe is the confederate statue (https://bit.ly/2IOk3hN) in front of the sunset-red Capitol Building or the portrait of George W. Bush on the inside (he was Governor of Texas before stealing the White House), but it definitely gives you a clear reminder that you, indeed, are deep in the heart of Texas. Don't get me wrong: I enjoyed visiting the Capitol (my review: https://bit.ly/39UFo4T), LOVE the food at Capitol Grill (my review: https://bit.ly/2IOkmcr), was dazzled by the nearby Bullock Texas State History Museum (my review: https://bit.ly/39V0Pmm), and was awestruck by the LBJ Presidential Library (my review: https://bit.ly/38PuQCL). It's just not as weird as it used to be. Maybe it's the conservative influence, maybe it's the corporate movement that's turned the town into a big-business, corporate juggernaut. Still, it's still Texas's finest, pretty weird, gem.

Lamar Home Solutions with J Cruz Castillo did an absolutely awful job. The roof they put on is already coming up in places and the trim is falling off and rotting. the roof is absolutely leaking now and it's been only 2 years. They never put any trim on the back of the house. They took the drip edge and did not replace, That's against code. As a result the water is pouring off the roof and is destroying bushes in the front of our house. the porch and front door gets soaked when it rains now. I cannot stress how awful the job was. When we tried to contact him, we were ghosted. The fact that he did this to an older couple is really shameful. this guy is a beat artist, stay away!

Camping in the Park
Tom D.

We visited Austin and stayed downtown for 4 nights. We feel ripped off. We found out when we got there you can camp anywhere. We could have just brought a tent and camped along the river free! jk In all seriousness, you can camp anywhere and that is what is going on in all of downtown Austin. We had to walk around people sleeping on the sidewalk and saw people camping in parks, along the river, under viaducts, in the doorways of buildings etc. Being from Chicago I am accustomed to homelessness, but I found that the Austin homeless are very aggressive. They constantly approach me and shamed me if I don't give them money. They also reach out to shake my hand, like they were being friendly, and want to strike up a conversation with me. If I didn't shake their hand, they shame me and called me names. Of course, Austin is not just about the homeless, but how Austin inhumanly treats it's homeless and infringes on everyone else living or visiting downtown Austin, left an indelible mark on this city. Austin city government including Mayor Steve Adler, you need to take care of your Austin people, visitors as well as your homeless. You have an epidemic.

Dee C.

Come on. It's Austin. What's not to love about Austin?! I walked three mikes around the Capital area. One of the best things about being a photographer is seeing places again. You know you've captured all the touristy photos. So, you can focus on details of the city. I did just that. I enjoyed the wildlife all around the Capital building & grounds with my DSLR. But, here are some random touristy shots. If you're in central Texas, Austin is a must stop.

I twirled so much, I wanted to make sure I remembered the name of Sam's Town Point, so  I photographed this poster on its wall!

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nina was very passionate about her job and very fast and efficient , highly recommend stopping by to enjoy Lun ch or dinner

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Rainey Street

Rainey Street

(132 reviews)

April 11, 2026 The universe granted us a really nice night. It's been raining, and gloomy during…read morethe day, but the nightlife came alive and we truly were blessed with GNO. It was warm, a little breezy, but the vibes were there and everyone was happy mingling, drinking, just a typical ATX night out on Rainy. Now yes, some of the charm has left. Little by little every few years something disappears, and something new comes in. The people make up for the "charm" feel. We remember what once was. Little houses that once held family dinners and birthday backyard parties are now bars. Gutted out of the family photos hanging on the walls, to neon signs barring a beer logo. Rainy Street is still charm for those that once knew it and hold it in our hearts. We make the charm because we knew, and we pass that vibe to the college kids (sorry, but you are still kids) that spend their whole weekend night letting lose and being just that, fun kids experiencing life, not corporate life, but life life. It's up to us mature Rainy Street goers to show these kids how it's done. IMO Rainy Street. Bar hoping at its bests. Charming street. Decorated for the season. Come at Christmas, it's a ball! Everything is walkable. Some really nice higher end restaurants have moved in. It's a nice place to start out your night. You will find college kids here. But you'll also see birthday party groups, bachelorette parties, bachelor parties just people having fun, enjoying life. You'll see mature, older men and women with their, "I'm still 28" in my mind. (Me, I'm that woman) They do have a small food truck area too. So when you're looking for something quick, give these food trucks a go. They are pretty good. And they have seating so you can chill, and get back at it. I only saw 1 parking lot. It was $50. For 3 hours. And $55 for 6 hours. Uber in, car pool, or find parking a block or 2 away. Come to Rainy Street. Spend the night here. Grab some dinner, a few cocktails, bar hop up and down the street. Be young, be a kid, life's short.

Remember how cute Rainey Street was? I loved the Container Bar. It was one of my favorites. I wish…read moreit were still there. Don't get me wrong, there are still a couple of places on Rainey I like to go to now and then but it's just not the same. It's so bizarre to me to see big buildings going up. All of the charm is gone. Not to mention it's a very touristy area. And honestly, if I were a tourist, I would want to see it as well. But again, more like it was back in the day.

Sunken Gardens Springs - Salamander playground. No humans allowed!

Sunken Gardens Springs

(3 reviews)

Barton Hills, 78704 (South Austin)

I never realized there was a listing on Yelp for Sunken Garden Springs!…read moreIt's one of my favorite areas to visit when spending days over at Zilker &/or Barton Springs. It's man-made and has been around since the late 1930s. This water feature is a sanctuary to the endangered Barton Springs salamander among others. It runs along Barton Creek from Barton Springs Pool. The walls are concrete and limestone. It's a peaceful area and it is protected with fencing for the safety of the endangered species. If you want to check it out, it's best viewed when hiking the trails that lead up to and around it. Absolutely worth a visit.

Running or cycling on the Butler Hike & Bike Trail (aka Town Lake Trail), you're often moving too…read morefast to take in all the little scenic joys to be had along the 10+ miles of pathway. When I had a couple of hours to spare this morning, with a nagging injury keeping me from my typical Saturday AM long run, I took it as an opportunity take a leisurely stroll with a few turns off my regular loop, which led me to discover the hidden jewel of Sunken Gardens Springs. This home to a couple of endangered local salamander species has a long and interesting history as a public venue in Austin. The short version: it was developed in 1937 as one of FDR's public infrastructure initiatives, and generations of Austinites recall swimming, sunbathing, and even attending performing arts performances here. Like so many things in our ever growing city, the structures were not well maintained and began to crumble, creating a safety hazard. As with Eliza Springs on the other side of the creek, it was also found to contain some precious creatures with federal Endangered Species Act protections. For these reasons, public access would no longer be allowed until remediations could be completed. For the long version, see the City's master plan for restoring the spot https://www.austintexas.gov/sites/default/files/files/Parks/Barton_Springs_Master_Plan/BSPMP-08of16.pdf and the most recent report on efforts through 2013 https://www.austintexas.gov/sites/default/files/files/Prelim_Engineering_Report_Sunken_Garden_Improvements_Phase_1_2013-10-29.pdf. These days, you can stop on the bridge over the rushing springs to listen to the water flow or turn north to watch dogs play in creek. If you're curious like me, you can walk up the overgrown path behind the fenced enclosure to take a peek at the clear pool down below and imagine what it must have been like to take a dip in the olden days. To access, just come down the part of the trail on the south side of Barton Springs Blvd towards Barton Springs Pool, staying to the south of the creek. As you approach the dam (aka the free swimming/dog play area), the Sunken Gardens will be on your left. Alternatively, park behind the softball field off Robert E. Lee Road and drop into the trail there. GPS 30°15'48.8"N 97°46'05.1"W

South Congress "SoCo" - View all the way to the capitol

South Congress "SoCo"

(66 reviews)

SoCo (S. Congress Ave.), 78704 (South Austin)

South Congress is one of the iconic streets of Austin, TX. It stretches just south of downtown…read moreAustin past Lady Bird Lake. This strip satisfies of everyone's wants...cool boutiques, inviting eateries, captivating street art, and plenty of live music. In addition, vintage clothing shoppers can be easily immersed at a number of vintage shops. There is nothing like the epicenter of the South Congress, The Continental Club. You can purchase from high end stores like Hermes and Chanel to athletic stores like Lululemon and Toms. From elevated restaurants like Aba and Vespio to a variety of food trucks that will satisfy almost any food itch. And if you are in need of some retail therapy, South Congress can satisfy a plethora of shopping tastes. In full transparency, parking can be challenging sometimes, especially during the weekends. For all the benefits that South Congress has to offer, parking is a minor challenge. What makes South Congress memorable, the random jewelry vendors, spray can artists completing paintings live as you look on, street musicians playing their favorite tunes, the random conversation you strike up with another South Congress visitor. South Congress...such a great place to frequent. You literally could spend hours jetting in and out stores, eating ice cream or another treat or listening to live music. It's a fun place to hang out.

The epitome of "what once was"...has now become a haven for tourists…read more And that's ok. However, there are a few places that I like to go to on South Congress that can be difficult because of all the people and cars. It's ok, Austinites know how to deal with it. That said, I will venture over when I wanna go to JoAnn's, the Austin Motel, and of course, I go to The Continental for shows whenever I can. The street is very eye-catching and has a lot to offer.

Ion Art's Surreal Garden

Ion Art's Surreal Garden

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Barton Hills, Town Lake, 78704 (South Austin)

This is easily one of the best art shows I've ever been to and I look forward to each new iteration…read moreevery year. The basic idea is that they take over part of the Zilker Botanical Gardens, which is already one of the best places in Austin, and set up unique pieces of neon art around every corner as you stroll the grounds. Things turn pretty magical after sunset with all the neon pieces glowing brightly, reflected in the koi ponds, presiding over waterfalls, making you stop and stare at every new visual treat. The displays are endlessly inventive too, adding neon cowboy boots to the dinosaur statue or perhaps the huge cloud of neon bats that tilt mechanically on their axis for constant motion. There's also live music, go-go dancers, food and drink for purchase, and remarkable costumes worn by fellow visitors making a visually interesting event just from that alone. There are also more photo opportunities than you can count if you need more selfies for Instagram. But really, the world-class neon art is worth it just by itself. There are themes like ocean life, jungle animals, desert flora and fauna, and then there are plenty of abstract or whimsical things too. And there's always something new around every bend. Each year loses a few pieces from the last show but adds many more completely new ones. And this year has dozens more, some of which are truly spectacular. One of the best pieces to look out for is the giant octopus. It's designed to look like it's coming out of the water holding pieces of a wrecked sailing ship and even the moon in its tentacles. And the most amazing part is that all the tentacles are connected by gears to a single stationary bicycle so someone can pedal to make the whole massive installation move, bringing it all to life. Chances are you've never seen anything like this before!

Our first time at the annual Ion Art's Surreal Garden neon art extravanganza at Zilker Park…read moreBotanical Garden. Didn't know what to expect, and ended up having a great time! Many people dressed up for it, adding to the fun atmosphere. We waited until dark to arrive in order to get the full effect of bright light against the night sky. So glad we did. The contrast was stunning. I especially loved the interactive exhibits, which told a story in neon. Example exhibit: the watering can--tilted a watering can, water flowed out, which then caused a flower to grow. We were gifted with complimentary tickets, otherwise it would have been a bit spendy as prices ranged from $40-$200 plus tax per person.

The Color Inside: A Skyspace by James Turrell - Exterior view of "The Color Inside" Skyspace, located on the rooftop of the SAC on UT campus. Photo by Florian Holzherr

The Color Inside: A Skyspace by James Turrell

(4 reviews)

University of Texas

Looks like the sky space has two yelp pages, so I'm posting my thoughts here as well…read more A 5 star review of James Turrell's Skyspace by Courtney T.: https://www.yelp.com/biz/james-turrells-skyspace-austin?hrid=fY2tFreMSX8ZNqVBFwBVaw&utm_source=ashare&ref=yelp-android

I kinda had no idea what to expect. I intentionally didn't read much about The Color Inside. I knew…read moretwo things: Turrell and UT. Oh, and free. FREE. We made a reservation because we wanted to go at sunset. Without a reservation, you might get in but it's first come first served. We arrived extra early because if you're not familiar with UT and all of its ongoing construction, it can be challenging to find the Art Center. We asked some friendly students to point us in the right direction and got to the exhibit right on time. We checked in with the student on duty. There's a circular waiting room to the right of the check in desk where I saw people waiting. Some were sitting on the benches, others were actually lying on the floor. Geez how long had they been waiting? I sheepishly whispered to the student receptionist that I wasn't quite sure what the deal was. She advised that we could go right in. Right in to that circular waiting room? uh, yeah. that IS the exhibit. it fits maybe 20 people comfortably. and suddenly lying on the floor seemed perfectly reasonable. So we laid out our jackets and lied on the floor (there are blankets available at the exhibit in case you are a floor-lier without a jacket). we looked up. the roof is sort of canopy-like, and white, with a big blue oval dot in the middle. there are led lights in the base of the canopy that shine upwards casting a glow on the canopy. so we're lying there. and...we're lying there. and like i said we had no idea what to expect. after a while we saw a red plane fly by and we realized that the blue oval dot was actually a hole to the sky. ok, cool. and we're lying there just looking up. and then, things started to happen. i'm not going to tell you the details of the exhibit. you have to go experience it for yourself and be wowed. i will tell you that the key to the exhibit is patience (and the ability to lie on the floor). if you are patient, you will be vastly rewarded. 5-stars vast.

Sixth Street

Sixth Street

(34 reviews)

Downtown

She's the iconic stretch of road in Austin where it all goes down!…read more It's where in 2005, the Real World Austin cast spent most of their time out at the bars at. And the iconic Danny fight that led him to surgery, Wes to defend him & Melinda to nurse him into love with her all happened right at Sixth St & Trinity. 10 years later, Shia LaBeouf was arrested here for public drunkeness & Johnny Manziel got in a big fight here, too. This may shock you based on what you've just learned but Sixth Street is full of bars. It's known for it's nightlife, specifically the Dirty Sixth between Congress & I-35. It's pedestrians only on the weekends and I was surprised how the bars try to get people in. It was fascinating witnessing them begging women with promises of shots & drinks to try to get them in the door. I personally do notttttt vibe with that kind of atmosphere, my anxiety hates people pressuring me so I just tried to say no to everyone and walk as fast as I could through at night! lol Aside from the bars, Joe Rogan stand up spot Comedy Mothership is in the middle of all the action. You'll find peticabs if your feet are hurting to bike you to where you need to go. Good people watching at night. That being said, before all that madness starts I enjoyed the more lowkey scene on the street. I went to the Museum of Weird and a coffee shop during the day, but most of the shops were closed. Chaotic at night, chill during the day, if you're in Austin, you'll surely see all sides of iconic 6th St.

Sixth Street is love/hate isn't it? There are many places on either side of the street (crossing…read more35) that I absolutely love. An absolute tourist haven and that can mean super packed sidewalks and tons of traffic on any given summer evening. I bet it's safe to say this street is the party capitol of the country. Ok, maybe not but darn close. Tons of restaurants with great food, bars that are great and some not so great. Life in Austin.

Austin, Texas - localflavor - Updated May 2026

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