Austin Texas: Cool Things To Do // Destinations Explained

[@erikmonrroy1872]

I was born and raised here and let me tell you those temperatures are Wayyy off. More like 90-108 degrees in July and 50-80 degrees in January. Zilker park and the greenbelt are pretty cool.

[@VentureAddicts]

We were surprised too! That’s the average according to the internet, but we would swear the average temp in summer in shy of 100 😅

[@francischambless5919]

lol Zipper park? Don't you mean Zilker? Zipper suits it more with all the damn homeless around. Austin is ruined.

[@unclerojelio6320]

Another native checking in. Can confirm.

[@rrrrr369]

Yeah, it is unbearably hot 90% of the time during the summer months.

[@jacob45415]

What abt September?

[@robinharlan6983]

Definitely the best 'What to do in Austin?' video I've seen so far

[@slavsterbater]

This is one of the best videos I've seen. Provides a lot of information with many pictures. Super focused, not going off track. Great job!

[@marktcoleman]

I'm an aggressive local and I think you did a great job with this video - well done !

[@kimberlym2868]

I appreciated the visual transitions from where things are located in Austin it gives me a idea of where things are and made me more interested in checking places out.

[@Zuma91]

My wife and I are moving to Austin for my work and she said this video gave her a lot of hope for some fun things to do and eat in Austin. Giddiup!

[@presidentialoser]

I've lived here for a while now ... Fine video, got the basics. No complaints really. BUT... Tacos .. don't waste your time with Torchy's, it's going national soon anyway. 1. Cuantos on 12th. 2. Valentinas on Manchaca. 3. Pabalote on South Lamar 4. Taccorido (Multiple Locations) 5. Veracruz (Multiple locations but go to the one at Radio Coffee house cause Radio is dope.) 6. Pastor on Riverside 7. Pueblo Viejo (multiple locations) 8. La Tunita (Birria on Burleson) .... and literally any other gas station taco place around the city. Also Vegans...Best Burger in the World is at Arlos.

[@VentureAddicts]

Great suggestions!

[@joeyhomewood]

I've lived and traveled here often, you did a fantastic job summarizing Austin. Well done.

[@VentureAddicts]

Thanks!

[@nomikimastro7251]

This video was SO well done!!! Thank you

[@brianellyflores9084]

Small tip: As someone who is Mexican, if you’re looking for authentic Mexican food, don’t go to a Tex-Mex place. Tex-Mex is not authentic since it fuses Texas food with Mexican. We don’t eat burritos and a bunch of queso and chips in Mexico, or at least not in my village. Tex-Mex can be delicious for sure though.

[@carlosalvidrez9268]

You had me with the locals with their passive aggressive comments! I moved to Austin during covid and I had to discover most of these spots without a some blogger. I wish I would have watched your videos before and it would have made my experience a lot better. Keep making awesome content!

[@tiffanytran4519]

My daughter now is sophomore student at UT of Austin. We visited her often and really love our capital, Austin.

[@maureencora1]

One of My Favorite Road Trip Weekend Places from Houston, Texas.

[@Prakash-db4dp]

I just love these video series. Been in Austin for a year and I havent been to half of these. A few additions i'd recommend: 1. Here Nor There - this bar has some real awesome Irish bartenders 2. A haircut at Birds Barbeshop 3. Austin Eastciders 4. Oasis cafe 5. Wimberly

[@ninasantossjc]

Oasis is amazing!

[@cleanovic3286]

Sounds boring af

[@felipealexiscruz]

​@@cleanovic3286 But it doesn't

[@meladyl800]

​@@cleanovic3286be quiet you scrooge

[@xandercorvus2824]

i just moved to Austin for a short 3 month Physical Therapy student internship and I very much appreciate this video

[@YourOldFriendJames]

Currently in Austin visiting and using this list. LOVING our experience here on my bday weekend no less…very seriously considering moving here. Thanks for the video!

[@kylpatrik]

Don't move to Austin!!

[@kaneda6118]

@@kylpatrik Why?

[@meladyl800]

​@@kaneda6118too pricey and because we Austinites really don't want more people cause too many people are moving here already.

[@JessicaSavano]

Best vlog I've seen on Austin! Very informative! Thank you!

[@crewquinn428]

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[@benjaminmarley7441]

@Crew Quinn instablaster ;)

[@crewquinn428]

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[@crewquinn428]

@Benjamin Marley it did the trick and I finally got access to my account again. Im so happy! Thanks so much you saved my ass !

[@benjaminmarley7441]

@Crew Quinn Glad I could help =)

[@hightechhippieatx]

Don’t forget to use the pedicabs in downtown Austin for easy travel and fun

[@fpramparo]

Can't wait to see the Dallas and San Antonio videos!!

[@camillechapman3108]

Best tour vid I’ve seen. love the location markers giving you a good idea of the layout of the city! I am visiting soon and this helps considerably! Asheville NC and the area around it would be a great city to explore.

[@isaactc9882]

We need more videos about Austin. Born and raised currently 22

[@ariesleorising9421]

Best city ever! I left my beautiful Austin last summer and moved to Phoenix to be with family. I miss Austin so much!

[@kiryll4848]

Replace Enchanted Rock with Pedernales Falls State Park(Much closer to Austin) and this is the best "What to do in Austin video" I've ever seen.

[@VentureAddicts]

Thanks! Pedernales is perfect for a day trip or camping, great recommendation!

[@michaellewis2133]

I love Austin, I was born there [ Breckenridge Hospital ]. Barton Springs use to have topless women lying around poolside. That lake was once named, Town Lake. I grew up in Austin, and in Dallas!

[@goddess117A]

You did a really good job with this video. I live in Austin and it was nice to recap some of my favorite places and learn about a few new ones. I shared it with a couple friends who are considering making a visit. One of them is saying August and this made me realize I should probably ask him to reconsider for mid September =)

[@VentureAddicts]

Thanks for sharing!

[@fiamma2109]

Is it a good place to move to? Sustainable cost of living?

[@meladyl800]

​@fiamma2109 definitely need a good job, not a place to retire. Born and raised Austinite. It's getting pricier by the year so just an fyi

[@goddess117A]

I'm just now seeing your comment a year later! But I second what the other commenter said about needing a good job. Living centrally is important to me otherwise I don't feel like I'm really in Austin or taking advantage of the things that make it special. But I can't afford to buy a house in the area I live in right now. I've been thinking about relocating tbh@@fiamma2109

[@patrickandrews7893]

See, I grew up in Austin, but I'm also the oldest of 5. I never really ventured too far from my family and we lived most of the time in Round Rock. I very much love how you smoothly made the transition frin Zilker Park, Barton Springs & other places: AWESOME VIDEO!!!!!!

[@patrickandrews7893]

ENCHANTED ROCK DESERVES A SHOUT OUT--SO DOES YOUR HAIR!!!!!!

[@MasterVader512]

my family currently lives and Round Rock, I love RR its clean 🥲 i lived in RR for a year and then left to military service, i’m going back home for christmas and i really wanna explore austin when i get there 🥺

[@jaylaachy99]

Thank for this on my hometown ❤️

[@robertalexander16]

It's the best video of Austin that I've ever seen.

[@ybell10]

I am from Portland OR and it’s raining here everyday for the past month and I’m hellaaa over it! Really going to do some research into Texas! Looks awesome!

[@ephraimperez9411]

Great tips, visiting Austin from Dallas this weekend, can't wait!

[@tt5177]

Great presentations of unique landmarks, easy to understand. No wat out without subsribing

[@bweaver760]

I remember visiting Austin in the 1970’s and the tallest building was the Capitol and some UT dorms. Wow, it has changed and gotten expensive to visit.

[@markhayward8924]

Great video - as always! Really interesting and helpful

[@violetsimmonsbrain]

Great summary of the city! You named a lot of my favorite spots. Been here for 4 years and still love love living here. I can't think of another city I'd rather live in that has it all

[@VentureAddicts]

Austin is great!

[@didiermontagnier6114]

Austin is as fake as it can get.

[@GustavoFerreira-rl8oo]

Parquoi Didier? Why?

[@sobiainmn5310]

Going to Austin next week and will use this as my only reference. Love the google map graphics. The visuals helped with planning.

[@kmmorrisjourno]

"Can't be in Austin without trying authentic Mexican food" Switches to a white girl who recommends Tex-Mex.

[@kmmorrisjourno]

Overall great vid but that was weird.

[@iavor9365]

Yeah, that was hilarious

[@unknowndesconocido8325]

Yea bro shits retarded go to the Mexican food trucks out in north lamar

[@jazzyv1259]

First of all, if you want “Good Authentic Mexican” let me stop you there. You are not going to find it in Austin lol. Visit San Antonio where Mexican influence and culture is still very present and thriving. Austin’s Mexican restaurants freaking give you sour cream and chips for crying out loud lmao. That’s how you know it ain’t authentic 😂

[@kmmorrisjourno]

@@jazzyv1259 Agreed. I don't think most locals here actually think legit Mexican food is that good here? It's all Tex Mex.

[@p.bunney3137]

The best vlog on Austin by far! Thank you so much!!!!

[@p.bunney3137]

And you are SO cute!!!

[@BrendanReape88]

By far the best video I've seen on Austin! 🙌

[@VentureAddicts]

Thanks!

[@somethingaboutshaun]

Such a great vid! Just visited ATX, wish I saw this video prior. Super informational! Could you do Houston & Dallas next?

[@VentureAddicts]

Houston and Dallas way down the line, but we’re always here for quick suggestions!

[@palashus]

Wow, what an amazingly well put together video. Congrats and thank you

[@missevolucion7737]

😂 The pasive aggressive coment at the end... Wonderful

[@Alexandra-yb7tm]

This is a thoughtfully made video. You respect your audience. Well done! 🙌 Bravo! 🎉

[@VentureAddicts]

Thank you!

[@anthonyr587]

Lets be real most of you are moving from Cali like I did so here are the pros and cons: Pros of Austin: * Genuinely nicer people, when they ask about you, they usually actually care and its not forced. *Food trucks: Good options spread out all over the place, affordable, tasty and great for local business. *Boutique/Small businesses: Way less chains and corporations than Cali....at the moment. Nowhere near the same amount of cookie cutter layouts and high-end chains everywhere. Way more character and much nicer to drive passed and admire the architecture of some of the buildings. *Live music/Bars/Restaurant's: Good options, fun, plenty to attend. Great atmosphere and vibe. Real character. *Pet friendly beyond belief. * Spacious, clean and safe parks like Zilker. Well maintained. * Obviously the lakes and rolling hills are beautiful and accessible. Cons of Austin compared to Cali: *Weather is a big downgrade. Don't believe it when they tell you its minor. The mornings are all gray and chilly, then suddenly its 90 degrees with high humidity and the sun is HEAVY - even through the clouds. And half the time it is cloudy, blue sky is there but not the same levels as Cali. Summer is unbearable, I miss going out without even factoring in the weather. It certainly sucks in comparison. Fucking bugs everywhere. *Prices are soaring up for both renters and buyers, and by soaring I mean 80k+ above asking price to buy, while 2 bedroom apartments are now mostly 3k+ in the desirable areas - that is catching LA up fast. Some are even 5k+ downtown for like 1300 square feet. Cough Northshore. *Lack of variety in terrain. There is no Lake Tahoe, Big bear, Red woods, Joshua tree, cool neighboring cities like San Diego, no equivalent wine country like Napa/Sonoma/Temecula, etc no showy mountains or beaches. Replace Vegas with New Orleans though ( love that city). They have green hikes and trails but not the same variety. I'm kind of wondering where people go for their 3 day weekends, and that seems to be Colorado lol. *The skyline is full of cranes. The real estate tycoons are no novices, they pay off the politicians, grab all the prime land and then force out the locals and build characterless buildings at sky high pricing. This is what they did in LA - beware they are doing it here too. And once the downtown is full they'll start buying up the close suburbs and turning them into medium rises. Everyone thinks its great for the economy until the neighbors they grew up with are forced out for higher net worth people moving from somewhere else. Capitalism is the best system we have, but it is flawed when it is such a protected monopoly running each of the US cities now. Austin is going down the same path, quickly. Austin is a cool City. It has more character and more soul than Los Angeles and many other parts of California but it is over-hyped in my opinion. Sadly the no state income tax draw is being wriggled around by other price increases and taxes so don't base your decision on that. What you'll save is starting to erode. Businesses, media, politicians are all buoyed by the surge to move here but the novelty will wear off for a lot of people. It's definitely got a bandwagon type feel already.

[@charlesmullins2686]

Austin is a great city. I love the fact that bartenders play guitars behind the bars, drinking at Ski shores while water skiing, and the best-looking students I've ever seen. It's a great weekend city. It's often compared to San Francisco and I agree, it's beautiful but starts to get boring fast, but you'll be drunk so it won't matter. The Mexican food is great but how many times do you want to fatten up with all those delicious chips then your second margarita comes with your huge platter of food. Those college kids get fat. Oh yeah, it's very liberal but everyone is white and far from diverse.

[@ljcherryglade1725]

So true! Been here my whole life! It’s now disgusting and overpriced and sooooo hooooooooot! Super overcrowded. It’s fullll of homeless people that urinate and shit everywhere it’s not safe for families anymore.

[@dontsaygabe]

You did Austin so proud! My mouth is watering.

[@busysarumark9042]

1. Sit in Barton Springs Pool. 2. Stand in the freezer section at HEB and munch the free samples there. 3. Spend all day in the freezing movie theatres. 4. Sit in any freezing library. 5. Sit in a storm. 6. Sit in your car with the AC all the way up. 7. Visit a freezing museum. 8. Put your wet clothes in the freezer, take a cold shower and put on your frozen clothes with pockets full of ice cubes before you go out. 9. Dress all in black and pretend you are cool.

[@TedH71]

Be smart and make sure your auto is white and park under shade.

[@rrrrr369]

Never go hiking unless there is water to jump in at the end.

[@loadedupandtruckin2832]

Austin has such great food and live music!

[@chrisjamessfsd]

Very informative!! You also have a great content writer!!

[@jacobsheets2133]

Dude, you guys are putting out incredible content!

[@MeganStoughton]

I've lived in Austin for 2 years and this video was super accurate! I love your sense of humor. Great content!

[@AB-vq6fl]

Thank you for visiting. And thank you for leaving! You have no idea how much we appreciate it!

[@phoenixdown7801]

@@AB-vq6fl maybe the problem with ‘locals’ being so upset is that instead of finding a way to collaborate with the inevitable they steep in hate and anger for the good ol days - you’re not miserable because people are moving there, you’re miserable because you make yourself miserable.

[@MeganStoughton]

@@AB-vq6fl Yeah you really seem to make it a better place! Cheers, neighbor!

[@lynnetaupier7666]

@@phoenixdown7801 I’d like to find a way to collaborate finding a way to pay my rent that has gone up 30% in the last 5 years because people will NOT STOP MOVING HERE! I’ve lived here 30 years and am being forced out because the cost of living is not worth it. Crowded, full of homeless, unrelenting heat and ridiculous utility bills...I’m done.

[@lostleblanc]

super useful vid! Cheers

[@antoineford1185]

Lmao bro, it get hot as shit here... Lol "94" boy you wild lol

[@__edgar__]

True! Plenty of TX beer to keep you cool though!

[@preciouspayne5618]

I was thinking the same.... 😆.

[@UNKTXJIM]

It's mild heat compared to Laredo, TX.

[@BluishGnome]

Heading to Austin in a few weeks. This video is an amazing resource. Thank you!!!

[@JakeMcCollum]

Great video!

[@sammyfy14]

Thanks so much!!! I’ve lived in Texas for years- so helpful!

[@KenS23]

Yes enjoy your tent communities and $20 parking.

[@texoxoeats3955]

Great recommendations! Plenty of fun things to do in Austin these days

[@juliask22]

I watch a lot of videos with travel recommendations and this is one of the best I've ever seen. Thank you! Would love to see one for Albuquerque, NM!

[@danieldevereaux]

Make sure you take in a show at either Antone's, The Saxon Pub or at very least, The Cactus Cafe.

[@jcv178]

why did the KZbin algorithm not recommend your video when I was planning my trip to Austin ughhh!!

[@ralphfrank1984]

Best Travel Videos Ive ever seen!!! Cant wait to see more of them. Thanks for the awesome job!!!

[@VentureAddicts]

Wow thanks!

[@fabiohoyos3075]

Great video! Thank you! Super helpful, very informative and great presentation!

[@guitarguy5]

I'm here today from NC. Going to several of these spots

[@robertventura659]

Awesome video of Austin!! I am planning to move there in the future!!❤️

[@mari_schultz]

Great video, super in-depth. Amazing editing. Thank you!

[@saurabh199530]

I love this video. I keep coming back to this one

[@robson2939]

I live in Austin but Im glad I could get the names of some cool places to eat and hang out ! If your other cities reviews are like this one than Im in !

[@hreallife]

very comprehensive👍and super useful❤

[@jellyjellybees]

I'm stuck between Austin and Houston. Traveling to Texas for the first time

[@VentureAddicts]

Austin’s much better for tourism

[@jellyjellybees]

@VentureAddicts thank you! I'll probably check it out and it's closer to Dallas, where I'll be staying

[@fpramparo]

This is a great quality video. Thank you!

[@juliestanley7865]

Loved the content. Very informative and truly got some excellent ideas for my upcoming visit. Thank you!

[@yoojinlee9113]

Love it! Best video I've ever seen about Austin. Thanks a lot

[@estersand1]

That’s REALLY HELPFUL…… thank you. Very com-let’s tour guide

[@stephaniepowell4024]

95° =120° with the humidity. Covid lockdown killed a lot of the club's. Rents getting higher by the week, and Austin city council is doing it's best to take the Weird out of Austin. Austin is being over run, and transformed into Los Angeles 2.0... 😢

[@Catkoalarules]

Wow you ate this video down

[@jenetreynolds]

I’ve lived in Austin my whole life and I’ve only been to a handful of places listed.

[@ginnina90]

Loved the video! super useful and interesting tip! Got my to-do list now! 💕

[@wengezhu1]

Lived in Austin for 7 years 16 years ago, really missed it.

[@John_Fx]

You wouldn't recognize it. I've lived here for about 30 years now. It is a completely different animal.

[@StacyDyer]

You missed Trianon Coffee Roasting! Locals go to Mozart’s for the view, but you go Trianon for the coffee. 😉☕️

[@DanielRodriguez-ew5bt]

The best tacos can be found on N.Lamar where there are endless food trucks. Most open after 9pm

[@VentureAddicts]

Facts

[@gabrielaalvarez3045]

Wow amazing info!!!!! Hitting Austin for a long weekend! In 2 days 😊

[@JERios-wv8lx]

I've been gathering info for some time now, as to where to move to in the not so distant future. (Charlotte; NC, Coconut Grove in Miami, FL; Saint Petersburg, FL and Austin, TX....I got an acquaintance living in Miami, and a friend in Austin.) Hmm, even though it's smart to visit each place and check it out, I think this video has inclined the balance to Austin....And no, money won't be an issue.

[@ZulfiqarAli-sg1rc]

Superb

[@jaythefirst2841]

Very well made video, somebody already said it but that maps transition is amazing

[@kyracoach]

OMG who are you?!! Jacob....Your personality, love it!!

[@linettegonzalez4984]

Me encantó tu video, excelente información para mi próximo viaje. Muchas gracias.

[@dynamichunter843]

This is one of the best guides I’ve seen for Austin on KZbin, great job! Moving there in January :)

[@consuelocreativety]

HAPPY DAYS

[@devinmathews7809]

I used to live in Austin. I knew about most suggestions you covered but some I did not. How did I miss them?

[@yanigeo9010]

WOW!!! This was amazingly put together. Very very informative.

[@VentureAddicts]

Glad you liked it!

[@laa.ashley]

Born and raised in Austin one thing I can say locals are really friendly let me just say if you’re looking for a nice nice view lake Travis is beautiful but if you’re not from Texas coming to Austin for bbq u came to the wrong place if you’re looking for a amazing for a good price bbq Lockhart Texas

[@VentureAddicts]

Yes definitely check out Lockhart if you got the time!

[@josephperez8206]

Or The Salt Lick in Dripping Springs

[@John_Fx]

@@josephperez8206 Or if you don't want to drive that far. There is a Salt Lick in Round Rock and by Pennybacker bridge.

[@meladyl800]

Don't forget that at Barton Springs, women are legally allowed to go topless! It's really fun! Don't be shy! Also, I recommend going to Baby Alcopocos or Baby A's! The Purple Margarita is a classic there! The Tortilla Soup is too! I always get Tortilla Soup with extra Avacado and cheese lol. I'm a born and raised Austinite. Just ask me if you want more recommendations. Also, go to Hippie Hollow if you want to go nude or wear clothes. It's clothing optional!

[@Jon_Dang]

Great video breakdown! Thanks for explaining all the options

[@Lomerz]

loading up the RV and driving down there now, thanks for this!!

[@VentureAddicts]

Have fun!

[@matthewreyes2401]

Hey, I love my shiner beer man. Gotta have it for the bbq or it ain’t good

[@Toya_the_Explorer]

Please do Central Florida next. Please.

[@1800tbsfunny]

Thank you! Very helpful video.

[@MehrdadAlemi]

Thanks for the comprehensive video you have gathered! I am on the verge of leaving CA for Austin and was looking after videos like this! Glad that I found it ...Awesome job! also, please add economic and employment stats and housing prices as well as the nice neighborhoods to live too!

[@VentureAddicts]

Thanks! The locals are gonna have fun telling you to stay there 😅

[@didiermontagnier6114]

stay in California. We don’t want more Californians here.

[@floppas_lake_i]

You forgot to include Emma Long the best RV Park in Austin!

[@yankfn]

Thank you for this cool video. I love Austin.

[@kendeuce]

great video. lots of good info. You should do a video of Knoxville and or Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge TN, would love to see those. thanks man

[@marylowrie4548]

I grew up here and love it to bits. Sucks that the rent is rising so fast, though.