Local picks from people who actually live here.
Austin's most iconic stretch of eclectic shops, beloved restaurants, and live music venues.
Our Picks
The city's creative hub — craft cocktails, farm-to-table dining, and the best street art.
Live music on 6th Street, world-class dining, and the heart of Austin's growing skyline.
Laid-back vibes, Alamo Drafthouse, and the best coffee shops in the city.
PLAN THE TRIP
Festival logistics, itineraries, and the local moves that make a stay work.
Events
Which neighborhoods let you walk to Zilker, skip the rideshare surge, and actually sleep.
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COTA is 15 miles out of town. Where to sleep, and how the shuttles actually work.
