There are so many great BBQ joints in Austin. Here are a few of our favorites:

1. Franklin's (be prepared for a crazy line here)

2. Schmidt Family Barbecue (super close to the Sonesta)

3. Salt Lick

4. Rudy's

Great area of town for Austin shopping and food!

- Uncommon Objects - Funky resale store

- Allen Boots - Stock up on cowboy boots

- Maya Star - Great clothes selection for women

- Home Slice Pizza - the best pizza you will ever have

Also this is the home of the "i love you so much" sign people instagram all the time

- Greenbelt for hiking

- Ladybird Lake for kayaking, Stand up Paddleboard SUP etc

- Barton Creek

- Take a drive west into the hill country for some wine tasting!

Most activity is in downtown Austin. Here are a few popular spots:

- Continental Club

- "Dirty" Sixth Street - It is called this for a reason.

- Per local family: "East side has a bunch of cool places like Swan Dive, Yellowjacket Social Club, Justine's (which has a very cool tintype photo booth outside), Whisler's, Weather Up, Stay Gold"