What to do in Travis County, TX

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.

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.

There is so much to see when visiting Austin, Texas, and about a thirty-minute walk from downtown, visitors will find the Zilker Metropolitan Park. From downtown Austin, it is located directly across Lady Bird Lake. There is plenty of nature and enough activities here to entertain you and your family for an entire day—maybe more.

Right in the centre of urban Austin lies Lady Bird Lake, a reservoir on the Colorado River which splits the city of Austin in half and covers 190 hectares. Locals take great pride in this little piece of man-made paradise at the heart of the city.

Experience the up-and-coming cultural scene of South Congress. This neighborhood used to be considered one of the seedier parts of Austin. In recent years, it has transformed into “SoCo,” one of the trendiest parts in the state capital. Enjoy great shopping, live music and more.