Austin has some of the most beautiful outdoor views and activities you can find, combined with eclectic indoor activities, inventive workout classes, local winery and brewery options, and a booming music scene. Below we highlight some of our favorites.
Also, check out more of our favorite summer activities here!
Music
Austin is known as the “live music Capital of the World,” so there is no better place to catch a show. Here are some of our favorite spots to see a show – Stubbs, Moody Theater, Mohawk
Outside
In Austin we see over 228 sunny days a year! Naturally, Austin offers an abundance of outdoor activities. Due to the heat, many of our outdoor activities involve enjoying one of the many bodies of water around the city.
Rent a Boat – Lake Travis, Lake Austin (Float On Boat Rentals)
Make the treck out to beautiful Lake LBJ or Lake McQueeny.
Go for a Run on one of our top running trails.
Boat Cruise – Capital Cruises
Float the River – San Marcos River (Don’s Fish Camp), Guadalupe River (River Sport Tubes), Frio River (Josh’s)
Peddle around a Bar Crawl on PubCrawler.
Check out our 25 Best Things to do in Austin.
Stand Up Paddleboard & Kayak on Town Lake (Congress Avenue Kayak, Texas Rowing Center, Rowing Dock)
Swim – Deep Eddy Pool, Barton Springs, W Wet Deck ($10, M-F), Nude Beach – Hippie Hollow
Check out our Top 10 Swimming Holes.
Hike – Mount Bonnell, Enchanted Rock, McKinney Falls; Check out our Top Hiking Trails Post.
Go to the Greenbelt – Campbell’s Hole, Red Bud Isle, Lost Creek
Try one of our Favorite Summer Activities.
Watch the Bats on the South Congress Bridge at sunset.
Inside
The heat certainly is a double edged sword. While it is a great for enjoying the outdoors, there are times that a nice air conditioned building is just what is needed. There are plenty of activities to keep you happy and entertained indoors.
The heat is a double edged sword.
Do a DIY Crafting Project at Upstairs Circus.
Take a Pole Dancing Class at Brass Ovaries or Sky Candy.
Yoga with a Twist – Vino Vinyasa (Wine + Yoga), Lovejay Beauty (Face Mask + Yoga)
Bowling – Punchbowl Social, Dart Bowl
Karaoke – Ego’s, DK Sushi North on Thursday nights, Highball
Mini Bar Crawl on St. Elmo – Hop between St. Elmo Brewery, Austin Urban Winery, Still Austin Whiskey Distillery
Wine Tasting at Infinite Monkey Theorum
Check out our full Brewery Guide.
Axe Throwing – Urban Axes
Try one or three of our favorite margaritas.
Go to a spa.
Check out one of our favorite Happy Hour Spots.
Test your collective genius with Escape Game.
Go to one of our favorite restaurants when visiting Austin.
Beauty – Dry Bar and Blo, Coated (Mani/Pedi)
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