What to do in Central Austin, TX

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Places to Visit in Central Austin

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1. Sixth Street

Come to Sixth Street for an unforgettable night on the town, Texas-style. Stretching between Congress Avenue and Interstate 35, this seven-block area is affectionately called “Dirty Sixth.” Eat, drink and be merry alongside locals and tourists in Austin’s premier entertainment district.
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A city street with historic buildings, traffic lights, and a 'One Way' sign.

2. Texas State Capitol

In the heart of Austin, visitors will find an example of Italian Renaissance revival-style architecture quite similar in appearance to the United States Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. This beautiful building is the Texas State Capitol.
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3. LBJ Presidential Library

The LBJ Presidential Library is a vast monument to a presidency as well as to an important era in American life and politics. Lyndon B. Johnson’s Democratic Presidency spanned much of the 1960s, running from 1963 until 1969. Learn about this period in the nation’s history, and Johnson’s role in it, as you explore the thousands of books, documents, exhibits, audio recordings and more housed in this enormous building.
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The Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum with a modern architectural design.

4. Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum

Texas history is tied to the land and a few exceptional individuals, and you can find out all about it at the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum.
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5. Paramount Theatre

On North Congress Avenue in downtown Austin sits a historic building that still brings art and culture to visitors today. The Paramount Theater was built in 1915 for the small sum of $150,000. The charming building is made from red brick and white detailing with a mix of classic and baroque revival architecture. The building itself is enchanting, and the shows within are always worth a trip.
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