Austin is a unique Texas city full of rolling hills and beautiful liveoak trees. Austin provides a blend of Old West charm, southern hospitality, and modern sophistication. Feast on some of the best foods in the world, take in some sun at one of the lakes, and enjoy a never ending array of things to see and do. There are fine dining establishments, recreational activities galore, world-class museums, amusement parks, and an absolutely amazing nightlife scene. Austin is also the Live Music Capital of the World, the home of country music in Texas, and the city where Willie Nelson got his start. The music scene is thriving in Austin, Texas, and it shows. Live music is offered nightly, seven days a week.

Some interesting activities and attractions in Austin include:

Alamo Draft House. Enjoy a movie with a full course dinner without kids around.

Jog around Townlake near downtown.

Texas Museum of History

Watch the million bats fly from beneath the Congress Street bridge

Visit the LBJ Library

See Austin from its highest point, Mount Bonnell

Tour the State Capitol of Texas

Take the kids on a train ride through Zilker Park, go canoeing, see the botanical gardens, and take a dip in spring fed Barton Springs pool

Take the kids to the Austin Children's Museum

A visit isn't complete without a tour of live music on 6th street

Other important information about Austin can be found below:

Austin cost of living, population, demographics, etc.

Economic Indicators

Restaurants

Hotels