Unlock Austin Community Guide

Unlock Austin is a must destination for first-time visitors and long time residents. Packed with reviews and insider hints, tips and hard to find information. So sit back and take your tour of Austin Texas, it’s the next best thing to being here.

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Austin has a never-ending array of things to see and do. There is an outstanding collection of world-class museums, arts, amusement parks, recreational activities, fine dining, and outstanding night clubs all in one place. Austin is also the home of country music in Texas, the city where Willie Nelson and Doug Sahm got their start. There is a thriving music scene in the city, with almost every style of contemporary music available. Whether you are here on vacation with the family, a romantic getaway or just have some extra time while visiting on the business you will surely find something to please.

Austin is a city that offers a unique blend of Southern hospitality, cosmopolitan flair, Old West charm, and modern sophistication. The food is just about the best in the state, with every cuisine represented, and the city’s outdoor attractions are no less than superb, with the river widening into a series of long lakes. You will find everything you need and desire regardless of how long you plan to stay. So come and enjoy the warm climate at any time of year and enjoy yourself.

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Austin Travel

Travel in style or on the cheap. Everything you need to know about Austin Bergstrom International Airport (ABIA) plus General Aviation Airports and FBO services throughout the Hill Country. How to get here and how to get around. Including limousine and exotic car rentals, Super Shuttle service, inexpensive bus, and train travel. Rental car locations, taxi service. Don’t miss Texas Road Maps for motorcycle tours and auto trips. If you’re visiting for a UT Football game or music festival, don’t miss the parking and traffic information. Plus many money and time-saving Austin, Texas Travel Tips, hints, cheats and shortcuts.

Austin Hotels

From the luxurious, world-class Four Seasons Hotel to the turn of the century charm of the Driskill Hotel, Austin has an abundance of quality hotels, motels, and resorts. Including Bed & Breakfast and Boutique Hotels. Read this section for more than 40 in-depth hotel reviews with information about neighborhood, location, price range, facilities, and best deals. All Austin hotels are categorized by their location to downtown, IH-35 corridor, Arboretum and airport.

Whether you’re on a budget or not, you should be able to find affordable accommodations in Austin at any time of the year. About Austin’s online reservations system offers over tons of hotels & resorts to choose from with largely discounted rates. You can view individual hotel web pages with pictures and information. Check rates, availability and make secure online reservations. All About Austin also offers the guaranteed lowest rates on car rentals anywhere in the city from major companies like Alamo & Thrifty. Our online services are easy to use and very secure. We provide quality service to all of our customers

Texas BBQ

Austin is the very heart of the famed Texas barbecue trail. When you think of great Austin restaurants, barbecue is what comes to mind. Including the world-renowned Salt Lick in Driftwood, Cooper’s Barbeque in Llano, Smitty’s Market in Lockhart and more in Austin, Texas. Complete reviews including menu items, price range, hours and best times to visit.

Restaurants in Austin

Other recommended Austin restaurants include great Tex Mex at Curra’s Grill and Chuy’s. Dirty Martin’s makes their burgers the same way since 1926 and is popular after UT Football games. If you want the ultimate elegant meal the Driskill Grill is known for fantastic food, a romantic atmosphere, and great service. It’s also expensive. Austin is a gastronomic thrill ride. That’s why the Wall Street Journal proclaimed Austin restaurants the “new dining destination.”

While visiting Austin you’ll never go hungry for quality food or shopping. Austin offers lots of great restaurants that will please anyone’s appetite. You can eat everything from seafood to sushi and do it with a fantastic view. Restaurants serving Italian, French, American, and Seafood can all be found close by. If shopping is what you are looking for you are in luck. Austin has everything from your department store chain to local gift shops. Shopping here is great for everyday items as well as the special gift items you are looking for.

Austin Golf Courses

CNN’s Golf.com rates Austin the #1 Golf City in America. I review 25 of the most popular courses in the Austin area. Resorts, municipal and public courses and my top 5 personal favorites. Address, directions, phone, website, fee range, course description, reservation, and rental information. Plus travel tips for each of the course neighborhoods. This is an Austin, Texas road map to a great golf experience.

Austin Music

Austin, Texas is the live music capital of the world. Over 200 stages, seven nights a week offering a wide array of music from jazz to punk. I list clubs by area, record stores, music stores, travel tips, a section for classic clubs and legendary Austin musicians who are no longer with us. Plus in-depth reviews of my personal favorite Austin, Texas late-night haunts and music venues. If you enjoy top tier live music in intimate, up close rooms, you will love Austin.

Austin Music Festivals

SXSW is the premier music festival on planet Earth. 1800 acts performing on 90 stages. Old Settlers Music Festival is a laid back, guitars-around-the-campfire experience. The ROT Biker Rally (Republic of Texas) is a live music-driven, beer-soaked party. Austin City Limits Festival (ACL) boasts multiple stages, star-studded talent and is a gathering of the tribes in the park. Reviews include traffic, parking and crowd tips. Plus more information about Austin restaurants, dress, weather, what to avoid, festival sites and more.

The information on the recommended reviews may not be current or accurate as fees and prices change. Restaurants, music venues, golf courses, rental companies, open close and change management often. Verify your plans in advance with the business or organization you plan to visit.

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