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You've checked in, and now there's one question: Where are the cool places to hang out? Homewood Suites by Hilton has you covered. Here, the top non-tourist hangouts in Austin. It's your chance to eat, shop, and have fun like a local.
Read MoreGet a taste of old school Texas right in the middle of downtown. Texas Chili Parlor is a step back in time and the place to taste true regional chili (NO beans allowed).
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This South central restaurant is a top recommendation for visitors to get a true taste of quirky, zesty Austin in each dish, whose ingredients are sourced from over 40 local farms.
This eclectic taco house is the epitome of old school South Austin hippie culture. And to prove it, they offer "Hippie Church" each Sunday, where regulars feast to the tune of bluegrass, folk, and rock and roll.
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Located on the edge of southwest Austin, Jester King is putting out some of the best beer in town. They specialize in farmhouse ales and wild fermentation, and they just purchased the 58 acres of land all surrounding the brewery to preserve it from being developed. On it, they'll start to grow even more ingredients to be used in their brews.
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Austin’s iconic springfed pool is an absolute must any time of year, even if it's too cold to swim (though regulars swim here year round!). It's located inside Zilker Park, which offers great views of the skyline and Town Lake as well.
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This hidden gem, located on the UT campus (but accessible to all), is one of artist James Turrell's colorful installations which plays off the changing natural backdrop of the sky. It’s best viewed at sunrise and sunset.
There aren't many places left to see real blues shows but this is definitely one of them. Make sure you try and catch 90-something year old Ms. Lavelle White grace the stage for one of her monthly performances.
Located on the South Congress strip, this shop consists of multiple vendors selling rare collectibles, curiosities and oddities. They’ve been helping to keep Austin weird for the past 25 years.
The perfect home base for your travels, Homewood Suites provides comfort and ease when you return from your adventures.
Homewood Suites is right in the heart of Austin — close to all of the action and entertainment. Find a Homewood Suites near you.
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Get a taste of old school Texas right in the middle of downtown. Texas Chili Parlor is a step back in time and the place to taste true regional chili (NO beans allowed).
This South central restaurant is a top recommendation for visitors to get a true taste of quirky, zesty Austin in each dish, whose ingredients are sourced from over 40 local farms.
This eclectic taco house is the epitome of old school South Austin hippie culture. And to prove it, they offer "Hippie Church" each Sunday, where regulars feast to the tune of bluegrass, folk, and rock and roll.
Located on the edge of southwest Austin, Jester King is putting out some of the best beer in town. They specialize in farmhouse ales and wild fermentation, and they just purchased the 58 acres of land all surrounding the brewery to preserve it from being developed. On it, they'll start to grow even more ingredients to be used in their brews.
Austin’s iconic springfed pool is an absolute must any time of year, even if it's too cold to swim (though regulars swim here year round!). It's located inside Zilker Park, which offers great views of the skyline and Town Lake as well.
This hidden gem, located on the UT campus (but accessible to all), is one of artist James Turrell's colorful installations which plays off the changing natural backdrop of the sky. It’s best viewed at sunrise and sunset.
There aren't many places left to see real blues shows but this is definitely one of them. Make sure you try and catch 90-something year old Ms. Lavelle White grace the stage for one of her monthly performances.
Located on the South Congress strip, this shop consists of multiple vendors selling rare collectibles, curiosities and oddities. They’ve been helping to keep Austin weird for the past 25 years.
The perfect home base for your travels, Homewood Suites provides comfort and ease when you return from your adventures.
Homewood Suites is right in the heart of Austin — close to all of the action and entertainment. Find a Homewood Suites near you.
