Christina's Guidebook
Food scene
While the food scene in Austin is constantly morphing, here are some tried and true establishments that the locals love!
Looking for a wholesome and nourishing meal? Look no further - Casa de Luz Village serves the some of the best vegetarian and Ayurvedic homestyle meals. When you're done, take a stroll through their beautiful gardens.
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Casa de Luz Village
1701 Toomey RdLooking for a wholesome and nourishing meal? Look no further - Casa de Luz Village serves the some of the best vegetarian and Ayurvedic homestyle meals. When you're done, take a stroll through their beautiful gardens.
Elizabeth Street Cafe
1501 S 1st Stincredible noodles and banh mí!
Gati Coconut Milk Ice Cream
1512 Holly Stthe best Thai ice cream you've ever tasted!!
if you are looking for an authentic Korean home cooked meal - look no further! every bite will have you wanting more. Family owned and operated, you can literally taste the love they have for preparing delicious meals.
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Koriente
621 E 7th Stif you are looking for an authentic Korean home cooked meal - look no further! every bite will have you wanting more. Family owned and operated, you can literally taste the love they have for preparing delicious meals.
a bit of a drive from your stay in South Austin, but if you are in the mood for Ramen, this is some of the best we've had in the Austin area. Located in the Domain where you can also find plenty of shopping and meany other restaurants and bars to choose from.
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JINYA Ramen Bar
3210 Esperanza Crossinga bit of a drive from your stay in South Austin, but if you are in the mood for Ramen, this is some of the best we've had in the Austin area. Located in the Domain where you can also find plenty of shopping and meany other restaurants and bars to choose from.
looking for an incredible slice (or whole pie!) of 'za? look no further my friends! Home Slice will serve you up some of the best pizza you've had in a while! Located right in the heart of all the buzz on SoCo, you can stroll the strip and enjoy some great pizza at the same time 🍕
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Home Slice Pizza
1415 S Congress Avelooking for an incredible slice (or whole pie!) of 'za? look no further my friends! Home Slice will serve you up some of the best pizza you've had in a while! Located right in the heart of all the buzz on SoCo, you can stroll the strip and enjoy some great pizza at the same time 🍕
Eco-friendly, bohemian cafe offering hearty meatless meals, coffees & a rotating monthly art show.
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Bouldin Creek Cafe
1900 S 1st StEco-friendly, bohemian cafe offering hearty meatless meals, coffees & a rotating monthly art show.
Citizen Eatery is a bright, flavor filled, health-conscious cafe & full bar serving a 100% meat-free menu including all-day breakfast. Happy hour drinks and food specials Monday through Friday from 4 to 6. Conveniently located in central Austin with plenty of free & easy parking.
They even offer cash-back rewards for returning guests!
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Citizen Eatery - Vegan food, Paleo food, Gluten free food
5011 Burnet RdCitizen Eatery is a bright, flavor filled, health-conscious cafe & full bar serving a 100% meat-free menu including all-day breakfast. Happy hour drinks and food specials Monday through Friday from 4 to 6. Conveniently located in central Austin with plenty of free & easy parking.
They even offer cash-back rewards for returning guests!
Possum Pizza
2324 East Cesar Chavez Streetamazing vegan pizza! located right between your stay and downtown. Yum yum yum
Otopia Rooftop
1901 San Antonio StreetCocktail Bar downtown
Acre 41 Restaurant
1901 San Antonio StreetAmerican Fare in the heart of downtown
Olamaie
1610 San Antonio StSouthern fare
Hopfields
3110 Guadalupe StFrench cuisine
Salty Sow
1917 Manor RdGastropub
Austin Land & Cattle Company
1205 N Lamar BlvdSteakhouse
Truluck's Austin Downtown
300 Colorado StFine dining and seafood
Fixe Southern House
500 W 5th StDelicious southern fare
Eddie V's Prime Seafood
301 E 5th StExceptional dining experience
El Chile Cafe y Cantina
1900 Manor RdTex-Mex
TenTen
501 W 6th StJapanese
III Forks
111 Lavaca StSteakhouse
The Peacock Mediterranean Grill
600 W 2nd StAmazing Mediterranean cuisine
Snooze an AM Eatery
1700 S Lamar BlvdAwesome Breakfast with views of downtown
food and experiences on S Lamar
A quick walk from your Airbnb - this is a famous Texas ice cream joint, you can’t miss 🍦
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Amys Ice Creams
1301 S Congress AveA quick walk from your Airbnb - this is a famous Texas ice cream joint, you can’t miss 🍦
This place is visible from your balcony and is certainly Keepin' Austin Weird! With ironic names & unique toppings on doughnuts served until late-night from a vintage trailer. A very quick walk from your stay.
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Gourdough's Public House
209 W 5th StThis place is visible from your balcony and is certainly Keepin' Austin Weird! With ironic names & unique toppings on doughnuts served until late-night from a vintage trailer. A very quick walk from your stay.
Tacos tacos tacos! breakfast lunch and dinner! Papalote is also less than a few minute walk from your stay. Known for their yummy breakfast tacos but with so many options to choose from - one visit won't be enough!
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Papalote Taco House
3632 S Congress AveTacos tacos tacos! breakfast lunch and dinner! Papalote is also less than a few minute walk from your stay. Known for their yummy breakfast tacos but with so many options to choose from - one visit won't be enough!
Kerbey Lane is open 24 hours but great anytime of the day! a quick 5 minute walk from your stay, you'll be wowed by all the yummy options on the menu.
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Kerbey Lane Cafe
3003 S Lamar BlvdKerbey Lane is open 24 hours but great anytime of the day! a quick 5 minute walk from your stay, you'll be wowed by all the yummy options on the menu.
Just steps from your stay, the Broken Spoke is one of the oldest honky tonks in Austin! Live music & boot-scootin', plus beer & chicken-fried steak since 1964.
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Broken Spoke
3201 S Lamar BlvdJust steps from your stay, the Broken Spoke is one of the oldest honky tonks in Austin! Live music & boot-scootin', plus beer & chicken-fried steak since 1964.
Torchy's Tacos
2809 S 1st StMichi Ramen
6519 N Lamar BlvdBest hikes & outdoor experiences in Austin
For being such a big city (and ever growing) Austin has an abundance of outdoors and nature for everyone to enjoy!
A must visit for anyone coming to see what Austin is all about. A very easy hike up to the summit where you will have expansive views of the Colorado River, lake Travis, Austin city skyline and the many neighborhoods that dot the hills below. Plenty of little spots you can stop off at and take it all in.
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Mount Bonnell
A must visit for anyone coming to see what Austin is all about. A very easy hike up to the summit where you will have expansive views of the Colorado River, lake Travis, Austin city skyline and the many neighborhoods that dot the hills below. Plenty of little spots you can stop off at and take it all in.
dubbed "Austin's most loved park" Zilker is 351-acre park, home to a variety of recreation opportunities like kayaking, fishing, SUP, running, biking, and home to special events like Austin City Limits.
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Zilker Park
dubbed "Austin's most loved park" Zilker is 351-acre park, home to a variety of recreation opportunities like kayaking, fishing, SUP, running, biking, and home to special events like Austin City Limits.
A short walk from the Airbnb, the Barton Creek Greenbelt is the go-to for outdoor enthusiasts and athletes. Enjoy hiking, biking, climbing, bouldering, swimming and being in nature. 12 miles of trails stretch from E to W, with various access points.
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Barton Creek Greenbelt
3755 South Capital of Texas HighwayA short walk from the Airbnb, the Barton Creek Greenbelt is the go-to for outdoor enthusiasts and athletes. Enjoy hiking, biking, climbing, bouldering, swimming and being in nature. 12 miles of trails stretch from E to W, with various access points.
Lady Bird Lake sits right at the base of the city of Austin! a must visit for anyone in the Austin area. With miles and miles of green space to explore, Lady Bird Lake trails receive many visitors every day for the beautiful natural setting right in the heart of the city. The trails offer some of the best views of the city.
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Lady Bird Lake
Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike TrailLady Bird Lake sits right at the base of the city of Austin! a must visit for anyone in the Austin area. With miles and miles of green space to explore, Lady Bird Lake trails receive many visitors every day for the beautiful natural setting right in the heart of the city. The trails offer some of the best views of the city.
You'll want to spend a whole day at this beautiful Texas state park. Many hiking and biking trails and even spaces for camping. A great place to come and be part of nature. Be sure to make yourself a reservation - spaces fill up days in advance. and for an extra treat, pack yourself a lunch to enjoy! (always take out what you bring in = leave it better)
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McKinney Falls State Park
5808 McKinney Falls PkwyYou'll want to spend a whole day at this beautiful Texas state park. Many hiking and biking trails and even spaces for camping. A great place to come and be part of nature. Be sure to make yourself a reservation - spaces fill up days in advance. and for an extra treat, pack yourself a lunch to enjoy! (always take out what you bring in = leave it better)
Barton Springs is a set of four natural water springs located at Barton Creek on the grounds of Zilker Park in Austin, Texas, resulting from water flowing through the Edwards Aquifer. The largest spring, Main Barton Spring supplies water to Barton Springs Pool, a popular recreational destination in Austin.
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Barton Springs Municipal Pool
2131 William Barton DrBarton Springs is a set of four natural water springs located at Barton Creek on the grounds of Zilker Park in Austin, Texas, resulting from water flowing through the Edwards Aquifer. The largest spring, Main Barton Spring supplies water to Barton Springs Pool, a popular recreational destination in Austin.
Don’t be surprised if you feel a little underdressed when you arrive at the mouth of the trailhead: The historic cottage and wandering peacocks make Mayfield a popular wedding destination. But walk past the frequent parties and there are 24 acres to explore, including a path that takes you down to a dock overlooking Lake Austin and several small lily ponds filled with turtles. Be warned that this hike isn’t going to build up your quads. But if you are looking to unwind after a stressful week, it can’t be beat.
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Mayfield Park and Nature Preserve
3505 W 35th StDon’t be surprised if you feel a little underdressed when you arrive at the mouth of the trailhead: The historic cottage and wandering peacocks make Mayfield a popular wedding destination. But walk past the frequent parties and there are 24 acres to explore, including a path that takes you down to a dock overlooking Lake Austin and several small lily ponds filled with turtles. Be warned that this hike isn’t going to build up your quads. But if you are looking to unwind after a stressful week, it can’t be beat.
Want to switch up your exercise routine? Skip leg day and head to River Place—one of the most challenging hikes in Austin. Each of the three trails that make up the system has something to offer. Commune with nature on the Fern Trail, which runs by a series of waterfalls. A challenging set of steps makes up the Canyon Trail, leading you past several interesting rock formations and a few scattered benches where you can huff and puff. Panther Hollow is the longest stretch, with demanding elevations in the upper part and a more restful journey through the lower—providing a much better workout cool down than any gym.
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River Place Naturstier
8820 Big View DrWant to switch up your exercise routine? Skip leg day and head to River Place—one of the most challenging hikes in Austin. Each of the three trails that make up the system has something to offer. Commune with nature on the Fern Trail, which runs by a series of waterfalls. A challenging set of steps makes up the Canyon Trail, leading you past several interesting rock formations and a few scattered benches where you can huff and puff. Panther Hollow is the longest stretch, with demanding elevations in the upper part and a more restful journey through the lower—providing a much better workout cool down than any gym.
Breweries & other beverages
stop at some of Austin's breweries while you're here! This one is a short distance from your stay, heading towards the city.
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The Austin Beer Garden Brewing Co.
1305 W Oltorf Ststop at some of Austin's breweries while you're here! This one is a short distance from your stay, heading towards the city.
you'll love a visit to this place! located right off of South Congress - a hip place to get coffee, beer and cocktails with a super cool indoor and outdoor setting (there's even a few food trucks!)
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Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden
121 Pickle Rdyou'll love a visit to this place! located right off of South Congress - a hip place to get coffee, beer and cocktails with a super cool indoor and outdoor setting (there's even a few food trucks!)
If you are taking a trip to hike Mt Bonnell - a stop at Mozart's Coffee Roasters is a must! Even if you don't want a coffee - just to sit and take in the views from the patio is worth the stop.
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Mozart's Coffee Roasters
3825 Lake Austin BlvdIf you are taking a trip to hike Mt Bonnell - a stop at Mozart's Coffee Roasters is a must! Even if you don't want a coffee - just to sit and take in the views from the patio is worth the stop.
Jester King
13187 Fitzhugh RdJust down the street from your stay - Easy Tiger is a fun atmosphere to hang out with friends, get some snacks and drinks.
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Easy Tiger
1501 E 7th StJust down the street from your stay - Easy Tiger is a fun atmosphere to hang out with friends, get some snacks and drinks.
Just Because
If you love the smell of a good book, you must make a stop in and peruse the plethora of titles in this super cute bookstore. Less than 2 minute walk from your stay.
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Half Price Books
2929 S Lamar BlvdIf you love the smell of a good book, you must make a stop in and peruse the plethora of titles in this super cute bookstore. Less than 2 minute walk from your stay.
the Essentials
Walgreens
2501 S Lamar Blvdthis Target is about 10 min drive from your stay
2300 W Ben White Blvd, Austin TX 78704
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Target
2300 W Ben White Blvdthis Target is about 10 min drive from your stay
2300 W Ben White Blvd, Austin TX 78704
a visit to Whole Foods is always a fun experience! They have everything you need to make that perfect meal, paired with a bottle of wine of course. Be sure to grab the reusable shopping totes from the pantry before you head out ;)
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Whole Foods Market
525 N Lamar Blvda visit to Whole Foods is always a fun experience! They have everything you need to make that perfect meal, paired with a bottle of wine of course. Be sure to grab the reusable shopping totes from the pantry before you head out ;)
Just down the street - sprouts is another great grocery store option to visit
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Sprouts Farmers Market
4006 S Lamar BlvdJust down the street - sprouts is another great grocery store option to visit
Experiences in Austin
Looking for a fun and immersive art experience during your stay? Wonderspaces Austin is a great option to satisfy your craving. Be sure to book your reservation a head of time to ensure you have a spot. Best to go during the week at an earlier time, if possible.
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Wonderspaces Austin
1205 Sheldon CoveLooking for a fun and immersive art experience during your stay? Wonderspaces Austin is a great option to satisfy your craving. Be sure to book your reservation a head of time to ensure you have a spot. Best to go during the week at an earlier time, if possible.
Why not take in the sights from a different perspective! Austin Paddle Shack is located right near Lady Bird Lake to give you a seamless transition from land to water. No lugging kayaks around, just pop it in the water and you're off! Be sure to pack yourself a little snack and some water and of course - your camera!
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Austin Paddle Shack
600 E Riverside DrWhy not take in the sights from a different perspective! Austin Paddle Shack is located right near Lady Bird Lake to give you a seamless transition from land to water. No lugging kayaks around, just pop it in the water and you're off! Be sure to pack yourself a little snack and some water and of course - your camera!
another option for hourly boat and paddle board rentals right on Lady Bird Lake
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Rowing Dock
2418 Stratford Dranother option for hourly boat and paddle board rentals right on Lady Bird Lake
Sixth Street is a historic street and entertainment district in Austin, Texas, located within the city's urban core in downtown Austin. Sixth Street was formerly named Pecan Street under Austin's older naming convention, which had east–west streets named after trees and north–south streets named after Texas rivers.
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West 6th Street
West 6th StreetSixth Street is a historic street and entertainment district in Austin, Texas, located within the city's urban core in downtown Austin. Sixth Street was formerly named Pecan Street under Austin's older naming convention, which had east–west streets named after trees and north–south streets named after Texas rivers.
Esther's Follies is a modern-day vaudeville theatre located on 6th Street in downtown Austin, Texas. The group is named after actress Esther Williams. Acts incorporate magic, juggling, singing, dancing, and sketches on current events. The show is fast-paced, and most of the acts incorporate a comedic theme.
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Esther's Follies
525 E 6th StEsther's Follies is a modern-day vaudeville theatre located on 6th Street in downtown Austin, Texas. The group is named after actress Esther Williams. Acts incorporate magic, juggling, singing, dancing, and sketches on current events. The show is fast-paced, and most of the acts incorporate a comedic theme.
Austin Duck Adventures
602 E 4th Sta lovely spot to take in the Austin skyline views, but also one of the best spots to catch the migrating bats in the Spring!!
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Congress Avenue Bridge
Congress Avenuea lovely spot to take in the Austin skyline views, but also one of the best spots to catch the migrating bats in the Spring!!
Just steps from your stay, the Broken Spoke is one of the oldest honky tonks in Austin! Live music & boot-scootin', plus beer & chicken-fried steak since 1964.
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Broken Spoke
3201 S Lamar BlvdJust steps from your stay, the Broken Spoke is one of the oldest honky tonks in Austin! Live music & boot-scootin', plus beer & chicken-fried steak since 1964.
Another favorite Austin dive bar and one of the city’s best-kept secrets, Ginny’s Little Longhorn Saloon is also host to one of its weirdest weekly events. On Sundays, locals gather here on Burnet Road for a unique version of Bingo called “chicken shit bingo.” The game involves chickens, chicken feed, and what chickens do after they eat. Participants purchase a $2 ticket, which corresponds to a number on the table. Grab a beer and watch: if the chicken eliminates on your ticket’s number, you win a cash prize.
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Ginny's Little Longhorn Saloon
5434 Burnet RdAnother favorite Austin dive bar and one of the city’s best-kept secrets, Ginny’s Little Longhorn Saloon is also host to one of its weirdest weekly events. On Sundays, locals gather here on Burnet Road for a unique version of Bingo called “chicken shit bingo.” The game involves chickens, chicken feed, and what chickens do after they eat. Participants purchase a $2 ticket, which corresponds to a number on the table. Grab a beer and watch: if the chicken eliminates on your ticket’s number, you win a cash prize.
Situated on 14 acres overlooking Lake Austin, this property once belonged to the “Father of Texas” and Austin’s namesake, Stephen F. Austin, who served as the first Secretary of State in the new Texas republic. The restored 1916 Italian-style villa was home to another Texas legend, Clara Driscoll, and the beautiful grounds are the second campus of downtown sister museum, the Contemporary Austin. Peruse the Gatehouse Gallery and wander through the Betty and Edward Marcus Sculpture Park, which features long-term and permanent contemporary sculpture and unique art installations.
Laguna Gloria Trail
Laguna Gloria TrailSituated on 14 acres overlooking Lake Austin, this property once belonged to the “Father of Texas” and Austin’s namesake, Stephen F. Austin, who served as the first Secretary of State in the new Texas republic. The restored 1916 Italian-style villa was home to another Texas legend, Clara Driscoll, and the beautiful grounds are the second campus of downtown sister museum, the Contemporary Austin. Peruse the Gatehouse Gallery and wander through the Betty and Edward Marcus Sculpture Park, which features long-term and permanent contemporary sculpture and unique art installations.
If you’ve ever left the city traveling east on Highway 290, chances are you’ve driven past the turn-off for J. Lorraine Ghost Town. By no means a historic site, this delightfully strange recreation of an 1800’s Western town is free to the public and boasts an old, eery atmosphere. Then again, it also happens to have a maze, an outdoor movie screen, a grill and bar serving up their signature Ghost Burger and, oddly enough, a water slide. Who knows—when you’re wandering around the property, maybe you’ll have your own paranormal encounter.
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J. Lorraine, TX. Ghost Town Austin
14219 Littig RdIf you’ve ever left the city traveling east on Highway 290, chances are you’ve driven past the turn-off for J. Lorraine Ghost Town. By no means a historic site, this delightfully strange recreation of an 1800’s Western town is free to the public and boasts an old, eery atmosphere. Then again, it also happens to have a maze, an outdoor movie screen, a grill and bar serving up their signature Ghost Burger and, oddly enough, a water slide. Who knows—when you’re wandering around the property, maybe you’ll have your own paranormal encounter.
It’s one thing to experience the city walking or driving through the streets, but it’s quite another to experience it flying through the skies. With Austin Biplane, you can take 20- to 45-minute flights around downtown, Lake Austin and Lake Travis in an open-cockpit biplane. So what exactly is this biplane like? Think: two pairs of wings and the barnstormer days of leather flying caps, goggles and bomber jackets, and you’ll probably have the right idea. While you don’t have to sign up for an acrobatic flight, that’s totally an option for all you thrill-seeking, Red Baron wannabes.
Austin Biplane
4321 Emma Browning AveIt’s one thing to experience the city walking or driving through the streets, but it’s quite another to experience it flying through the skies. With Austin Biplane, you can take 20- to 45-minute flights around downtown, Lake Austin and Lake Travis in an open-cockpit biplane. So what exactly is this biplane like? Think: two pairs of wings and the barnstormer days of leather flying caps, goggles and bomber jackets, and you’ll probably have the right idea. While you don’t have to sign up for an acrobatic flight, that’s totally an option for all you thrill-seeking, Red Baron wannabes.
Swap the headache that is Austin traffic for an old-fashioned ride aboard one of Austin Steam Train’s flyers. The trains make round trips from a depot in Cedar Park, and you can choose which car you’d like passage on—each one is its own vintage piece of locomotive history. The signature 66-mile train ride takes you through Hill Country, complete with a leisurely layover in Burnet where you’ll witness a staged Wild West gunfight (weather permitting). Keep an eye on their calendar for themed rides throughout the year like the Beer Train, Murder Mystery and North Pole Flyer.
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Austin Steam Train Association
401 E Whitestone BlvdSwap the headache that is Austin traffic for an old-fashioned ride aboard one of Austin Steam Train’s flyers. The trains make round trips from a depot in Cedar Park, and you can choose which car you’d like passage on—each one is its own vintage piece of locomotive history. The signature 66-mile train ride takes you through Hill Country, complete with a leisurely layover in Burnet where you’ll witness a staged Wild West gunfight (weather permitting). Keep an eye on their calendar for themed rides throughout the year like the Beer Train, Murder Mystery and North Pole Flyer.