NOT YOUR AVERAGE GUIDE to Austin, Texas

[@sarahlouise9433]

why am i watching this i literally live there

[@DownieLive]

😂😂

[@Azirolemioth]

same lol

[@wolfsbayne21]

Same....

[@MUZXRaoorz]

SAME

[@angelaveale3615]

Same

[@wildhorse4262]

Genius move going in December so you could convince everyone on the internet that it's not crowded AF literally everywhere in Austin

[@jacksonbarry5727]

@J Bernstein you lie. I live/work in austin

[@wildhorse4262]

@J Bernstein I live in Austin and I'm telling you that it is, sooooo not sure what else to say

[@chrisr3155]

I, too, live in Austin. Crowded isn’t the correct word. Number one most congested city in the country. Yeah...not crowded.

[@andrewtru2633]

Nick Colbert I lived in Austin for two years and it’s the most crowded city ever

[@nikhilweerakoon1793]

People who say austin is crowded haven't seen nyc

[@joyboykin1904]

haha most of this wasn't even in Austin - more like a guide to a 60mi stretch of I-35 lol

[@pwdt4r313]

Fucking for real lol

[@GLedesma]

I kinda prefer it this way though. Keep the traffic outside the city limits

[@joyboykin1904]

@@GLedesma ooooh you gotta good point

[@telly115ify]

Right lol

[@dainland432]

Right! Jacob's Well could just as easily be on a video for San Antonio.

[@jdubya2810]

Thanks for the video of my hometown but.. Sorry Will you're fired! You missed the most important things to do in Austin.. Rainey Street, 6th street, Town Lake bridge with the bats, paddle boarding, South Congress, UT campus, with Barton Springs.. You missed Zilker Park, segway tour downtown Austin, Capitol building, Torchy's tacos, Franklins BBQ, Stubbs...just to name a few! Also, San Antonio should be its own video!

[@DownieLive]

Agreed,, but that’s the reason is called “Not your average guide to Austin”. All those things you named are in every other guide to Austin video, so I made sure to hit the less seen spots. I definitely need to go back and see more! 😆👍🏼

[@WillEdmond]

J Dubya Or you could come to my channel and see I’ve showed most of those on my channel in other Austin videos. 😂 Thanks for watching. ❤️

[@aesquivelkary]

Dude not everyone wants to go party... some people appreciate the more chill cultural stuff

[@anthonyg7364]

Austin is your hometown? I'm not sure because a lot of those things you mentioned to do weren't even around 15 to 20 years ago.

[@dplummer8827]

@@anthonyg7364 I'm born and raised in Austin. Everything she mentioned was "a thing" except the segway tour, torchy's, and stubbs... Franklin's was called Gene's. Not as popular but still a well known spot. I know because I lived a block away... I'm just saying.

[@shannonelysee]

He didn’t even mention how terrible the traffic is

[@LoversRfighters]

He actually did in a indirect way.

[@ChrisCorson]

He did when he almost missed the Oasis sunset.

[@emmaliuser]

Shannon Elyse it’s only bad during rush hour

[@shelbycurtis8885]

Let's not leave out the homeless people everywhere and a the hipster assholes

[@shelbycurtis8885]

Planning on it

[@sichaelmcott6174]

The oasis is in the outskirts of Austin Buckees is outside of Austin and the river walk is in a whole other city

[@DownieLive]

You’re very observant.

[@WillEdmond]

Damn we’re good Mike! Can’t wait for more epic adventures with you homie!

[@DownieLive]

Will, absolutely! Such a fun time. These videos are always so good to look back on and see how much we did in such a short time. 😆👍🏼🔥

[@jamesm611]

@@DownieLive new subscriber. Love the channel. Next time your in san Antonio check out garner state park. The water Is clear. You can see to the bottom

[@guadalupelancon5097]

@@DownieLive hey bro you forgot to go to the Congress bridge

[@kaitlinc.2364]

austin is changing rapidly - for the worse. if you’re thinking about moving out there - Don’t! unless you’re anticipating the disgustingly uneven gentrification, ridiculously high rent in low income areas, and traffic so awful you’ll never want to drive again.

[@christinalewis2502]

I'm totally experiencing this now

[@joeyjonson8637]

@Chris Derry You are exactly correct my friend.

[@joeyjonson8637]

@Johnny Mnemonic Democrats and liberals are not communists, in fact they are the prime perpetrators of right wing economic policies in Austin. What we need is rent control and limitation of property values, and protection from excessive property taxation. I fully agree that west coast liberals thrust the burden of economic change on the existing residents of the city. They are neoliberal swines and should stay out of Texas.

[@GLedesma]

Disclosure : Barton springs (*pool) ain't free.

[@dylananderson8937]

free side of barton springs is better imo

[@ChouetteViolette]

$3.00 The "free side" is the creek on the other side of the dam, which has huge signs saying not to swim there. It's nicknamed Barkin' Springs and it's for dogs.

[@am-kz6rg]

It is free sometimes

[@GLedesma]

@@am-kz6rg - Last hour of the day.

[@golfpanda]

Fun Spot: If you follow the Zilker Zephyr train tracks, there’s a bridge that you can jump off of! (illegally but nobody is gonna stop you)

[@macbird1241]

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[@ErickaWilliamsCC]

me.... hand raised. it just reminds you how nice it is.

[@locals420]

Me, and I barely get out of my own neighborhood.

[@DownieLive]

So... from all you locals... How did I do?

[@morbidtexan]

I live just the other side of the lake from the Oasis. It takes me about a hour and a half to get there but I still visit once in a while. I feel you would have to spend more than a week here to experience even half of what the Austin area has to offer. There are so many things that even most locals don't know about. Great video though!

[@robinholmes8390]

@@morbidtexan Lago Vista since the 80's!

[@tinatankersleyrobinson1667]

Austin tx is my favorite place in the world, unfortunately I'm now living retirement in Florida, but Austin has my heart forever

[@Birdbike719]

It used to br a really great place. RIP "old" Austin.

[@ChrisCorson]

Compare Florida (What town) to Austin for us.

[@px30silver4ever]

Tina tankersley / robinson come back Tina let’s go to 6th street

[@artetface]

In the WORLD??

[@alexs1002]

@@artetface paris?

[@kieranshae]

I've lived in Austin 5 years and I've never done any of this. I think when you live here and have to deal with the traffic the idea of driving 45 min anywhere is insane

[@GLedesma]

45 mins? Are you riding your bike enough?

[@RalphBucci]

TOTALLY agree!! I"ve been in RR most of my life and HATE going to Austin simply because of the traffic and congestion. I'd love to do a bunch of the "hot spots" but the traffic and craziness isn't worth it!!

[@loudawg392]

Sounds like someone lives in Kyle

[@telly115ify]

Did you kn now it takes one hour to get from austin to austin

[@carsonito852]

Ralph Bucci meh I live in RR too I go maybe once a month into town. But I like San Antone much more.

[@aaronvotan]

I have never seen Austin that empty! It's always way more crowded then this

[@wildhorse4262]

Seriously, I live in Austin and not one time ever in my life have I seen any of the (few) Austin locations in this video so empty

[@jlc42]

I thought the same thing! They must have gone early in the morning. Nothing is ever that dead here!

[@hellolessie027]

It’s because he must’ve been here during Christmas break when all students were home from school / people out on Florida vacations!

[@catlover34fl]

My favorite part of this video is watching and learning so much about all the places you've visited. My travels with Mike and Will. What a pleasure this has been.

[@trevorclive]

Buc-ee's is the perfect representation of everything Texas truly stands for. It is huge, it is a glorious delight, the food is absolutely delicious (it is not physically possible to make a more perfect brisket sandwich), and it is a gas station that sells XXXXL T-shirts.

[@UNITEDBYSTRUGGLE]

Protip: Don’t eat at Oasis or riverwalk restaurants. In Austin right next to Oasis is Steiner Ranch Steakhouse. Great view better food. San Antonio Alamo Cafe is good but Mi Tierra is an experience.

[@jlc42]

Yep to this. Go to the Oasis for the view and drinks only.

[@carsonito852]

Yeah I was think you were saying don’t go at all. And I’m Ngl I was a bit upset

[@janeforever]

1 of my kids lives in Steiner. When we go home to visit we do lots of "I remember when...." like you could bike ride out 2222 to 620 without fear of becoming road kill from all the traffic.

[@anthonyg7364]

Also, if in Austin and want some good Tex Mex, hit up Joe's Bakery just be prepared to wait and find parking.

[@steveb9325]

@@janeforever yes! Dont ride on 620 or 2222!

[@dalebowersock7343]

So much to do here in Austin! I'm glad you picked some of the non-traditional stops. Lots more here to see. I hope y'all return soon and expand on your tour.

[@malinastankova5580]

I really love this tour. Everyone always says Austin is so great and I can't understand why from pics and videos, but from your video now I can see why!

[@glslezak]

Austin jumped the shark. I moved out when the 15th high rise went up and people became rude rude rude. There used to be stop and go traffic on Mopac Friday between 4-5. Now its 24/7!! Lines at Barton Springs! Blasphemy!

[@shelbycurtis8885]

I honestly can't wait to move out of Austin that's what I'm saving for right now,which is difficult since rent is absolutely ridiculous

[@glslezak]

NW Arkansas is the new place. Fayetteville is awesome with hiking and pretty hippie girls! Low cost of living, high quality of life and an educated population. hmmmmm....... Sounds like Austin 15 years ago!

[@carsonito852]

Austin is so democratic now it’s terrible. The City. Not the state Capital. But the folks that live there are absolutely awful especially college kids.

[@CloroxGodThe1st]

@@shelbycurtis8885 depending on what ur looking for I'd look in like the rr pflugerville area, they got some really nice ones but rent might be up there

[@kristinaking4351]

Love your videos! Came across your videos regarding train travel. Love what you are doing. Also, I just purchased a hat from WIRTH and love it! More importantly am behind the message of the company. Thank you for introducing me to them and to your travels.

[@DownieLive]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@hurstjames6199]

Hello how're you doing hope you and your family are safe due to the covid 19 pandemic?

[@MrJrFish]

Thumbs up if you're an Austin native dismayed to see yet another "come to Austin" bit.

[@davidcuthbert72]

Well at least he missed most of the good stuff. Next time ask a native where THEY go.

[@criss4508]

If someone asks me where to go in atx i point them to the more touristy areas. Stay away from my little hidey-holes. They're peaceful and precious.

[@billdidit7790]

I always tell the to head up 35 and turn left in 20. 😀

[@kilometers7117]

I agree with all of these ⬆️

[@josephsoriano6591]

@@davidcuthbert72 a native won't tell you. We don't want y'all shitheads coming here

[@r.9700]

Brilliant video! Looking forward to checking out some of these unique places in Texas. (Cool meeting you on the flight; thanks for helping me survive the middle seat with awesome conversation.)

[@DownieLive]

Absolutely Richard! Pleasure to meet you! See you on the next flight ✈️

[@AshMo9044]

on behalf of Austin, DO NOT I REPEAT DO NOT MOVE HERE!!!

[@lukehurta235]

Ashley Monroe lol I feel you

[@m_teo]

Traffffficcccc

[@cornelljohns1767]

DON’T MOVE TO TEXAS AT ALL

[@DrKevron]

Too late!

[@BexnRN]

Cornell Johns yes move to Texas just not libtardia! I mean “used-to-be-cool” Austin!

[@glomanibravolopez]

Great video! Really appreciate you raising funds to help people get access to mental health and bringing attention to the issue of mental health! Looking forward to my Austin & San Antonio trip next month and have a couple of new ideas.

[@zx6rrnewbie]

We live in Cedar Park Texas just north of Austin. We absolutely love both Austin and San Antonio. In Austin you should’ve gone to Hamilton Pool. It’s amazing. In San Antonio, the Alamo is a must. Plus other historical places.

[@DownieLive]

Thanks Ed! I’ll have to come back to see more!

[@MarkLightGroup]

I live in San Antonio. You're right, Austin is completely awesome, if you can stand the traffic. The Riverwalk in SA is very cool but it's a tourist trap with just so-so restaurants (by S. TX standards). Mi Tierra, while very good...but far from the very best Mexican food in town, is an institution that everyone should experience here. But Gruene, TX is the real hidden gem down here. Very quaint still, even though the secret is now out. Grab dinner at the Gristmill next to Gruene Hall & have the onion rings. You can thank me later.

[@aprilfraser5958]

There’s cheaper better restaurants then that one

[@toti826]

Just discovered your channel during a rainy holiday week… loved it! Thanks for the great videos and for your Wirth hats initiative. Just ordered a couple. Looking forward to more videos in 2020.

[@DownieLive]

Yay Tori!! Thanks for watching and enjoy the hats! Happy 2020!

[@mirtagriggs]

I loved it all but I usually go to La Margarita which Mi Terra owns as well as another one away from there. I need to check out Jabobs Well and the Blue Hole

[@hurstjames6199]

Hello how're you doing hope you and your family are safe due to the covid 19 pandemic?

[@markiefresh]

First spot “Wimberley” lol “guide to Austin”

[@jacksonbarry5727]

Austin has grown all the small towns surrounding it are now like suburbs of austin. See ft worth

[@thomasotten4876]

Next stop: San antonio

[@WilliamofMunich]

@@jacksonbarry5727 I'm currently in Wimberley and its still comfortably isolated from Austin.

[@jacksonbarry5727]

@@WilliamofMunich yeah I understand Wimberley is southwest of Austin but if someone asks where you live and they dont know where Wimberly is bc TX is huge you tell them Austin

[@jacksonbarry5727]

@@WilliamofMunich just looked at the map you look closer to san marcos or kyle than Austin memory made me think it was closer

[@kellistorie7917]

Been everywhere but Jacob's Well and Mozart's. I love Mayfield Park. The hiking trail holds one of my favorite places in all the world to observe 4:20, whenever the opportunity arises.

[@telly115ify]

Who's watching this knowing Jacob's well isn't in Austin it's in wimberley and reservation only

[@telly115ify]

And blue hole

[@telly115ify]

I was referring to the title of the video and bless your lil ole heart as well

[@jessechisholm9743]

Stay the hell outta Wimberley yall.

[@billdidit7790]

And not to mention a good place to die for entering.

[@telly115ify]

@@jessechisholm9743 why I love wimberley it's a great quite two blue hole is amazing

[@morgancravey5217]

Austin is such a precious city. Great job capturing some of the best spots in the area, including Gruene Hall!

[@shanewagoner6504]

Just spent four years at UT and I've gotta say, there are some great parts to Austin, but it truly is just too damn crowded at this point to enjoy most of it. VISIT (if you're okay with traffic), BUT DO NOT MOVE.

[@originallilmisstex]

Thank you! 👏 👏 👏

[@ethertoangle8133]

This should be a highlighted comment. So true.

[@reginagrimes3873]

Thank you

[@Ferrysrynne]

You are a talented person who is admired for navigating unseen, unknow, and undiscovered dimensions. You are a person worth knowking, worth exploring. Your navigation is unique. Your journey is what people want to see and experience...my love...💖

[@jadedavis822]

Wow omg it was all very cool ... you know all the cool spots mike... great vlog you just keep getting better! Thanks for tag along😘

[@DownieLive]

Jade, thank you so much! I have great friends who show me around and I’m just glad I can bring you along as well! Thanks for watching!

[@ryanhand5381]

Born and raised in Austin. Don’t see many people actually born here anymore cuz of all the people moving in. Unpopular opinion but I love the growth of our city! I’ve watched “old Austin” grow into what it is today. Change happens and people have to live with it. I see it as a compliment to our city that so many people wanna travel/move here and feel very blessed in where I am.

[@agciocca]

So much negativity and nit picky - your adorable and your passion is contagious - keep it up

[@ClaireHawkins]

This is such a helpful video! I just posted a video on my channel sharing how I spent one week in Austin. There's so much to do there!

[@thealamorider3327]

Great video, and thanks for visiting San Antonio! There's a lot to see and do here, but I know what it's like to be on a tight schedule. Hope 2020 brings you lots more adventures!

[@tasfiakabir75]

Austin is really beautiful, I 've only seen it in movies before but it's really beautiful in real life, the video was so refreshing, and Will and you both are amazing.

[@amandalovealot]

My favorite part was seeing The South Austin Moonlighters at Gruene Hall!

[@DownieLive]

Yes! Omg! Do you know them?!!

[@amandalovealot]

I do! My husband Lonnie Trevino Jr is the bass player and the one in the middle singing 🎤

[@markdhayward]

A lovely video.. Thanks for ranging out and about. Austin life includes not only awesome city experiences but wonderful sights in the surrounding area. I recently had friends from France who adored the Johnson Ranch, Luckenbach, and fried pickles un Fredericksburg. Too many fun things to be in a single video.

[@DownieLive]

Oh right on! Those sound great. Thanks for the nice comment snark.

[@DownieLive]

*Mark

[@MultiBoricua45]

I live here in austin its not that easy traffic its so bad to go around

[@lawnfascist4890]

Agree. The traffic completely ruins a pretty great place. We've been here about 15 years and we're looking to move away because it just takes too long to get anywhere and everything is overpriced.

[@mrguy561]

Try living in Chicago. I have to leave 2 hours before work just to make it on time, give or take 10 minutes. lol

[@lancelucid7420]

Come to Los Angeles baby...

[@TeXasDadBod]

GOD ShallSmiteYou no Mopac is a shit storm and i35 is a death trap lol try 9 am or 3-6 on the Mopac and tell me it’s ok 😅

[@mavennicole5936]

boo hoo. it is nothing compaired to LA

[@RodReary]

I lived in New Braunfels for 10 years and loved this video. You hit a homerun showcasing the Austin to San Antonio run on I-35. As always a big thumbs up! Great stuff!!

[@ruelonoutfront7719]

Another amazing vlog! Love it when the two of you team up.👍🏾

[@normalivella9375]

The Bats under Congress Bridge fly out at dusk..it is quite a site. Floating down the river is a fun summer activity. SXSW music festival is awesome! Halloween night on 6th Street is a blast. The most creative costumes can be found in Austin!

[@YardGuy]

My wife and I were just talking about a trip to the Austin area the other night. This video helped keep that idea on our radar. Thanks Mike!

[@DownieLive]

Jason, you’re welcome and enjoy! Austin is a great city with lots to do!

[@YardGuy]

@@DownieLive I have heard lots of good things! Thanks again!

[@954Lacko]

What a timing for me! Me an my buddies are riding to Austin this April, with a stop in San Antonio. It looks like we have to stay longer in each city than we planned! Absolutely beautiful!

[@bluegirlgraphics]

Two of my late uncles used to play mariachi music at the Mi Tierra place.

[@meghan926]

Mi Tierra is super fun, but if you wanna eat on the riverwalk I recommend Casa Rio!

[@hurstjames6199]

Hello how're you doing hope you and your family are safe due to the covid 19 pandemic?

[@olin8596]

Yall are adorable. glad you liked Austin

[@nancydavis759]

Dallas, TX here. Gread video! Now following both you and Will! Thanks guys.

[@DownieLive]

You’re welcome Nancy! Thanks for following! Lots more coming for you!

[@manderson5218]

When he said, 'it's hot here' I was like Ok FYI Austin gets cold ppl just not during the summer. Then it's usually hotter n' hot. Texas has weird weather patterns so never be fooled. Day time temp 90°F and then night time temp drop to below freezing (32°F) when cold fronts come thru!

[@meghan926]

M Anderson cold here isn’t cold other places though. My Canadian friend is down here right now in a tshirt and jeans, while I’m in a jacket. It’s all relative!

[@manderson5218]

@@meghan926 some maybe cause the weather drops arent as crazy. You adjust to the temperature. I have relatives from there and even they say that the weather is crazy here cause you never get used to it before it drastically changes again! Lol. Kudos to canadians though, I dont think I could shovel snow everyday!!!

[@manderson5218]

@@PlaywithDaisy I was. And i did here that. Again that's why he said 'it's hot here'.

[@ronmexico79]

Mike anderson??

[@thatmap]

I love Austin TX I stayed near Barton springs which was a major draw for me. The wine growing region is incredible.

[@alexa9641]

I’m from Austin, Texas and I didn’t even know some of these places even existed near me!

[@DownieLive]

Awesome Alexa! Get out and enjoy!

[@alexa9641]

DownieLive Yea! Thanks for the video. ❤️

[@Noticing_Nolan]

How? Lie

[@Noticing_Nolan]

These are the most mainstream cliche tourist popular spots in Austin. Jacob's well isn't in Austin. You're lying if you dont know about the oasis, Barton pool, and Mozarts.

[@alexa9641]

Poppen I didn’t know about the BlueHole and Jacobs Well. Yes they’re not exactly in Austin but they’re near Austin. And it is one of the attractions that I didn’t know of. Of course I know the oasis I live so close to it. Barton creek and Mozart’s are musts if you come to Austin. Also how can you call someone a liar if you don’t even know them?

[@cealy6669]

If you are ever in San Antonio on the weekend you have to stop by Gruene's town square. It is on the outskirts of San Antonio and we always have a lovely time when we visit

[@sharonrose9994]

Born and raised in Austin, I really enjoyed this video! It reminded me I haven’t been to San Antonio in awhile, I think I’ll take a drive and visit the river walk again. 😇

[@rkingfarmer]

Austin worth moving to or Dallas?

[@Birdbike719]

@@rkingfarmer Nope. Unless you like horrible traffic, extortion level property taxes / or rent, and summers so hot the Devil cries for mercy. The week betwern Christmas and New Years is nice though. The other 51 weeks, meh.

[@rkingfarmer]

@@Birdbike719 I mean it cant be worse than Birmingham.... but Dallas better in ur opinion?

[@rkingfarmer]

@@Birdbike719 also, you talking about Austin or Dallas?

[@Birdbike719]

@@rkingfarmer Austin, sorry forgot to clarify.

[@LitlPoot]

my favorite part - all of it !!! you two always make every adventure so much fun. And as far as my favorite part of traveling - the places, the people and meeting up with friends is always the best. 😎

[@heavenly670]

Love Texas! Thanks again for great content man! Keep it real!

[@DownieLive]

You’re welcome! Absolutely

[@cassiedurr5298]

Thanks for the recs! Excited because my family and I just moved here, so we just added more to our to-do list!

[@DownieLive]

Alright Cassie! Enjoy! Happy 2020

[@cruzizme]

Traffic sucks in Austin and it's "Mi Tierra" space in the middle, you forgot to highlight their huge Mexican bread selection.

[@caseyjones221]

New Jersey here. You guys did Austin, San Antonio and Gruene proud! Nice, short, concise - yet informative, video. Kinda like a teaser. I wanna see more!

[@GoldenBearBecca]

The Oasis is 100% in Austin. It’s around 27 minutes out of downtown without traffic. I know, because I lived down the street from Lake Travis...

[@steelepolk564]

travis county, Lake Travis > Westlake. sorry not sorry.

[@Sakura-zu4rz]

Hoping you find the new year to be fruitful and enjoyable. Best wishes and hopes for the brand new year. 🤗💐💗❤️😘

[@hurstjames6199]

Hello how're you doing hope you and your family are safe due to the covid 19 pandemic?

[@baisnotfunny8470]

This makes me nostalgic for home. :D This is definitely a guide to Austin by an Austinite. So many places that I take my friends when it's their first time!

[@hurstjames6199]

Hello how're you doing hope you and your family are safe due to the covid 19 pandemic?

[@malone7384]

Dang and now you are making me miss Austin. Grew up in Texas and lived in Austin for about 5 years. I do miss it too.

[@hurstjames6199]

Hello how're you doing hope you and your family are safe due to the covid 19 pandemic?

[@moodypeacock]

The oasis is in on Lake Travis

[@artnouveau4332]

Don't eat the food there you will either get the squirts or vomit

[@donnienewman9141]

Thank you!!! I was born and raised in SanAntonio and lived in Austin for 7 years! There's even more to see. Just stay off the highways at peak times. I go back every year from Michigan. Thank you for showing my towns!!!

[@DownieLive]

Donnie! You’re very welcome! You’re lucky to live in such beautiful places.

[@donnienewman9141]

@@DownieLive Yes I am. Thanks again. I just sure scribed and can't wait to see everywhere you go see.

[@Mr.FranciscoJesusAldana]

the (tragic) irony (or perhaps poetic justice) is that people got so stuck up about austin and started telling the world that it was cool so much that droves and droves and droves and droves of people started moving there and then messed it up (see the traffic situation, etc.) . . . then after all the hype that people created about austin, and people started to move in, many had the audacity to tell people to not move to austin and they got mad because people from Cali and other hipster areas moved in. . . Maybe they should have been more humble, instead of creating the current situation by being so arrogant about austin (a common austin based ethos is that nothing is cool in texas but it, when that's is a huge lie, see other texas cities). also, most of the charming places in and around austin are kind of over done at this point, for instance, the oasis used to be alot smaller and cozier, now it's just another behemoth quasi-touristy spot. . . and the watering holes are polluted and at times closed off to swimmers because of higher than normal bacteria levels (see dogs dying after swimming in town lake) but at least austin has a bunch of. . . . of food trucks, yes there are many food trucks to indulge in and other food establishments that have legions of followers that would rather wait in herd like lines to eat a stranger's food because they bought into the hype, instead of preparing their own meals with their own hands. And 6th street is mainly a den of alcoholic anchored stupidity and explosive violence so much that it had to be cordoned off by law enforcement. oh and all this new love for austin's eastside is just a symptom of the effects of gentrification. . . the eastside was the historical jim crow established section designated for afro americans and chicanos. . . now it's the cool spot for developers and upwardly mobile types that are looking forward to moving the poor out faster than they've been doing for the last 10 years.

[@cartercarrieful]

I live in Austin and I will never learn how many things there is to do. What a great way to live.

[@danielhill6144]

90% of this video is outside of Austin, and it's still a pretty average guide.

[@soyPLEA]

Mozart's Coffee has some killer lights during the holidays! It's a big thing The Oasis is in Austin by the way!

[@lazyrrr2411]

... Barton Springs & Lake Travis 🌴 but that Oasis sure wasn't there when ℹ rode the Amtrak down in '87 🚄

[@werksdesign]

Oasis was there. Just wasn't built up like it is now.

[@lukefromtexas]

Finally someone showing the really cool Austin stuff like Barton Springs. Most people just show a random taco place and a bbq place.

[@taylermramirez]

I live 40 minutes outside of Austin and I dread going out there sometimes.

[@Ezzell_]

If you havent left Texas yet....Waco has cool stuff to see too! The Dr Pepper Museum, Texas Rangers Museum, an awesome zoo....Cameron Park is huge with miles and miles of trails.....

[@christinaboland7885]

I was actually at the Riverwalk that night! lol I live in Round Rock!

[@MermaidMysti]

San Marcos river is 71° all year and its amazing! Also the other side of that dam is the actual free side of Barton Springs (they charge during summer months) where you can bring your animals as well.

[@RoadsUntraveled]

Still can't believe I haven't been! Great video Mike

[@DownieLive]

Thanks buddy. When are we going to burn rubber together?

[@stacyreneephotographer]

GO! (Or I hope you have by now) ATX is so awesome. NYC had my heart until Austin stole it. I never thought I could enjoy an area as much as this little-big town in Travis County. 🖤 it’s been three years, and I’m absolutely desperate to go back.

[@graysonelias8334]

instaBlaster.

[@donfenton7473]

Been to Austin. Loved it. Thanks for showing me more to visit when I go back. Want very much to make a stop in San Antonio. Great videos.

[@toddpod7581]

Austin and the surrounding area has a lot to offer. Most of the time you can't get to those places without sloging thru very heavy traffic, paying high prices for parking, or waiting in long lines. Please stop moving here. This place was awesome 20 yrs ago.

[@davidposada7106]

Glad you enjoyed the area, lived here a while and didn’t know about Jacob’s Well. Have to check it out when it gets warmer. Safe travels

[@DownieLive]

Thanks David. To you as well and happy 2020!

[@laurenmillsaps9112]

Gruene is a historic district within New Braunfels not a town just so y’all know

[@hurstjames6199]

Hello how're you doing hope you and your family are safe due to the covid 19 pandemic?

[@AA-flyguy]

Oh what a great friend you have there!!! [Will]. As usually you make the adventure interesting and fun.

[@oscarelizondo3505]

Watching this at work, wishing my family and I were there. Wife and I live in south Texas, and took a trip to Austin a few years ago to see Soundgarden and NIN. Amazing city, beautiful and peaceful. So many great spots. Unfortunately we were short on time and had to go and come. We hit up Capitol St???... Great shops. Ate at Gueros, great food. Definitely want to go back and really enjoy Austin. Luckily we have family there. See ya soon, Austin.

[@mynamejeff8401]

Dont come here it is not as good as you think it is and the traffic is already bad

[@andrewdales8136]

Another great video crazy dude. Austin is somewhere I would never have thought to visit, now I want to visit. Take care and keep safe.

[@DownieLive]

Any time!

[@kingmike40]

Why didn't you do Hippie Hollow? Look it up!

[@werksdesign]

Ha Ha ,,,,, my younger days we used to take binoculars with us to Hippie Hollow and look up at the Oasis only to see people with binoculars looking down at Hippie Hollow!

[@Finnabair54]

Not what it used to be.

[@rkgaustin]

@@Finnabair54 Nothing here is.

[@donnienewman9141]

Can you show places like that?? LOL!!!

[@pwdt4r313]

@GOD ShallSmiteYou they're still full nude if you want.

[@stephengutierrez9149]

I was born and raised in San Antonio with quite a few visits to Austin and i can say that Austin is more for younger party going, forever free kind, and San Antonio is more for those who still like to party sometimes but want to settle down and spread roots and get old. Austin is cool and happening, but San Antonio is chill.

[@emmaliuser]

the oasis is in austin it’s just in northwest austin

[@ErickaWilliamsCC]

WELCOME TO AUSTIN TEXAS. been there 6 years great place and exciting things always happening. I love to travel to see people, work is a bonus.

[@BettyWyteMMA]

The Oasis is only 20 minutes from downtown if u actually know your way around Austin. I live in Lake Travis and it's really only about 15-20 minutes from downtown

[@steveb9325]

Yes, at 3am

[@ethertoangle8133]

yes if you are driving at 3am and if you are driving at 1pm it is 1hr. at 6pm it is often 2hrs. That should give any potential new comers an idea of how bad traffic is. 15mins drives usually take 1hr any time of the day other than after 2am and before 5am.

[@BettyWyteMMA]

@@ethertoangle8133 it has never taken me that long. Not once. I've lived here for almost 20 years.

[@karibu1361]

❤ Love your videos, Canada & Canadians; some of the nicest people I have ever met... New viewer & subscribe, just minutes ago...We lived in San Antonio for a short time years ago; loved it. Considered moving to Austin after a recent visit. I loved it; husband still indecisive. Not giving up hope to move back to SA or to Austin ...May need to push harder.

[@mariiimarie230]

Barton springs ain't free LMAO neither is Jacobs well PS. Dont let this video inspire you to move here we already PACKED and the traffic is crazy

[@darakristi]

I have been in a LDR with my boyfriend for 7 years, he's from Austin and I'm from California. We are closing the distance in two weeks and I am so excited to be moving to ATX, I love it there so much!

[@SS-rw4qb]

Dara I’m from CA, and new to Austin too!

[@darakristi]

@@SS-rw4qb Yay! Wishing you a happy life in Austin!

[@obijuankenobi6565]

@@SS-rw4qb How was the transition? Any culture shock ? Is the traffic really as bad as California?

[@SS-rw4qb]

Dara Thank you so much! You too! Hope you enjoy it here ❤️

[@SS-rw4qb]

ObiJuan Kenobi Yes culture shock for sure! The transition is really really hard, I miss Los Angeles, I still see it as home- and in a lot of aspects I wish I could go back. But nothing was doable in that city, and housing costs are outrageous! Compared to California, in my opinion Austin traffic doesn’t even exist!

[@kingofcastlechaos]

Austin is FULL. Please visit via VR only. It's not cool anymore, and if you do visit, you are required to take (2) TWO homeless people back with you. It's a new rule. (OK, that was not my best comment on YT, but when I hear daily honking in anger, crazy gentrification, the homeless are camping in the medians, total gridlock, and stress everywhere- it frustrates me and I want to be honest with people. )

[@kennyr1907]

Aloha! I grew up in Texas. Although I've been in Hawaii for many years now Texas will always have a place in my heart! Good job by the way. This has become a binge watching Sunday for sure!

[@DownieLive]

Alright Kenny! Maybe I should come visit I you in Hawaii! I hear it’s pretty nice over there 😉😆

[@kennyr1907]

@@DownieLive Shootz! Let me know if ur my way. I'm sure I could host ya.

[@kennyr1907]

@@DownieLive I live on Maui. No Ka Oi (is the best)!!

[@christianjohnson7228]

Ok, here’s my rant. - The blue hole is in Wemberly, looks like he added that. I wouldn’t want to drive in traffic from downtown to wemberly. - no Matt’s el rancho. Matts is a whole reason to come here. - didn’t mention the record stores here like Antone’s and Waterloo. - didn’t mention la Fonda San Miguel’s. Add those, you’re set! Don’t mean to be rude. If I come as as rude, I am not trying too. Austin is an amazing place. We have had movies filmed here. One of them would be dazed and confused. Stars a young Matthew McConaughey. Very good movie. Have a great New Years, ya’ll!

[@GLedesma]

Kurt, you're dead, Prob 20years. What's it like in the afterlife?

[@RalphBucci]

There are literally thousands of things to do. I'm pretty sure he could't list them all!! Why don't you start a local tour channel and showcase all the unmentioned hotspots!!

[@drakedouglas2566]

*wimberley

[@telly115ify]

Not to mention pretty much all of Robert Rodriguez movies have some scenes from Austin

[@christianjohnson7228]

@@GLedesma Idk, you’ll figure out ;)

[@emme6301]

So glad Blue Hole had a cameo, a video for Wimberley would be cool. I love The Leaning Pear there and The Wooden Spoon (both restaurants though). I'm from Austin, but I love the smaller town vibe of Wimberley, so glad it made an appearance.

[@Zionfree]

I’ve lived in Addis Ethiopia, Nairobi Kenya, Manhattan & Brooklyn NY, DC-DMV, all places have their own good & bad part but Austin fulfills most best things in this imperfect world. In Austin people are nice & welcoming, it’s diverse with music , good food ...quality of life and safety. I see many people complaining about traffic, 😂 you know what city I’ve never seen any traffic? Erie, Pa. I’ve stayed there for half year. Those of you complaining please move there 🤩 However the city of Austin could do better to cut the traffic by half as the traffic is not Austin’s traffic but a passing through traffic. The city could construct beltways like DC and block those ugly 18 wheeler 🚛 trucks. 🎊🎈🥰😍😘💚💛❤️ Austin happy 2020!

[@maryellencook9528]

Welcome to Texas Michael! Did you go twirl around under the big Christmas tree made out of Lights at Zilker Park? So glad to see that you did get back down to San Antonio and got to sightsee. Mitierra has some of the best Tex-Mex cuisine in the area. Gruene Hall was featured in the John Travolta movie MICHAEL, where Travolta played the Archangel Michael on a road trip on his last visit to Earth. I hope that you have enjoyed your stay here and our wonderful Lone Star State.

[@DownieLive]

Thank you so much Mary Ellen! I had a blast but I definitely need to come back and see Zilker Park. Happy New Year!

[@maryellencook9528]

@@DownieLive Happy New Year! Yes, you need to do Zilker Park during the Christmas period. When you go to Austin again, also make a road trip West down to Johnson City and Fredericksburg, Texas. Also, don't forget to make a detour to Luckenbach, Texas where everybody is somebody.