Cultural activities in summer in Austin, TX, USA

Summer is a great time to visit Austin. Outdoor activities are the name of the game, from kayaking Lady Bird Lake and...

Lady Bird Lake

Lady Bird Lake, Austin, TX, USA
Get out on the water at Lady Bird Lake, which flows through downtown Austin, where you can rent stand-up paddleboards, kayaks and canoes. 

Barton Creek Greenbelt

3755 S Capital of Texas Hwy B, Austin, TX 78704, USA
Hike along the picturesque Barton Creek Greenbelt to reach Gus Fruh, a swimming hole known for its famed Urban Assault limestone rock wall that’s a... 

Zilker Metropolitan Park

Austin, TX 78746, USA
Pack a picnic and head to Zilker Park, a 360-acre oasis in the heart of the city that’s home to a variety of attractions, including leafy trails that... 

Lick Honest Ice Creams

1100 S Lamar Blvd #1135, Austin, TX 78704, USA
Beat the summer heat with a cool treat. Try the artisan ice cream in Austin (with seasonal flavors like garden lemon and carrot cake) in a house-made... 

Still Austin Whiskey Co.

440 E St Elmo Rd Suite F, Austin, TX 78745, USA
Sip a cocktail in the whiskey garden at Still Austin Whiskey Co., located at The Yard, a true grain-to-glass distillery where everything from mashing... 

South Congress Hotel

1603 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704, USA
Kick back with a cocktail in hand at the see-and-be-seen rooftop pool at South Congress Hotel, in the trendy South Congress neighborhood.​ 

Jester King Brewery

13187 Fitzhugh Rd, Austin, TX 78736, USA
Sip a farmhouse beer in the outdoor beer garden at Jester King Brewery, a 165 acre brewery and farm dedicated to spontaneous fermentation with a focus... 

Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

4801 La Crosse Ave, Austin, TX 78739, USA
Explore the wildflowers and native Texas plants in the beautiful gardens at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center (reservations encouraged). See how... 

Barton Springs Municipal Pool

2131 William Barton Dr, Austin, TX 78746, USA
Take a dip in one of Austin’s many spring-fed swimming holes. Barton Springs Pool in Zilker Park maintains a refreshing temperature of 68 degrees year... 

Mount Bonnell

Mt Bonnell, Austin, TX 78731, USA
Pack a picnic and hike up the stone steps of Mount Bonnell for a panoramic view of the Austin area, including Lake Austin. It’s a relatively short... 

Barton Springs Bike Rental & Tours

1707 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704, USA
Rent a bicycle from Barton Springs Bike Rental and bike the 10-mile Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail that skirts the glistening waters of Lady... 

Zilker Hillside Theater

2206 William Barton Dr, Austin, TX 78746, USA
Pack up the kiddos and blankets and head out to the Zilker Hillside Theatre to watch the free Zilker Summer Musical, performed under the stars. 

Milton Reimers Ranch Park

23610 Hamilton Pool Rd, Dripping Springs, TX 78620, USA
Go for a hike or bike ride in the Texas Hill Country at Reimers Ranch Park, a beautiful expanse near Dripping Springs ideal for walking, hiking,... 

Lake Travis

Lake Travis, Texas, USA
Lake Travis is Austin’s largest lake, making it a favorite boating destination. Explore one of the many parks surrounding Lake Travis, including Pace... 

Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive-in - Austin Downtown ATX: Rooftop

300 San Antonio St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
Motor over to the Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive-In to catch an indie film or cult classic at Austin's popular drive-in movie theater. This mini... 

Güero's Taco Bar

1412 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704, USA
Chill with a hand-shaken margarita or icy cold cerveza on the patio at Güero’s Taco Bar, or enjoy a bowl of queso and warm, handmade corn tortillas. 

Banger's Sausage House & Beer Garden

79 Rainey St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
Big band music and bacon flights are a perfect match during the Sunday brunch held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Banger's Sausage House & Beer Garden. 

Stubb's Bar-B-Q

801 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
Enjoy a fun Sunday brunch in the expansive backyard at Stubb's Bar-B-Q, where you'll hear live gospel music and authentic Texas barbecue all in one. 

Mozart's Coffee Roasters

3825 Lake Austin Blvd, Austin, TX 78703, USA
Post up on the patio overlooking Lake Austin at Mozart's Coffee Roasters and listen to live music with a Vietnamese iced coffee in hand as the sun... 
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