Yes, New York supplies what seems to be an endless amount of things to see, eat and do, but Austin also offers a huge variety of entertainment and lifestyle opportunities. Austin is referred to as the “Live Music Capital of the World”. Home of the famous Austin City LImits (ACL) Music Festival and SXSW (South by Southwest), Austin’s robust music scene draws a diverse musical crowd throughout the year and is a huge draw to the city. There is always good music to be found whether it’s live music at a local bar, or catching a recording of ACL Live.
New York has no shortage of restaurants, but Austin is becoming quite well known for its food scene. From world famous BBQ, upscale Austin eateries, to food trucks galore, there is truly something for everyone. So much so, that you will have a hard time trying it all, but will find it easy to find your favorites.
Austin is also loved for its outdoors lifestyle, which is a nice change for New York area residents since cold, wet winters are cause to take shelter inside for several months a year. On any given day you will find Austinites running, cycling or walking on our endless miles of hike and bike trails. Lady Bird Lake offers the perfect chance to kayak, canoe or try your hand at some stand-up paddle boarding. Swimming holes are abundant in the Central Texas region, and with their cool crisp water are the perfect respite on a hot summer day. With over 10 lakes in the Austin area there are multiple ways to stay cool during the summer, places to go for a weekend retreat, or boat docks for a relaxing day on the lake. Austin also has several state parks nearby which offer a variety of camping and hiking opportunities.
Visitors and residents alike flock to the Texas Hill country which has a variety of towns to visit such as Fredericksburg and Johnson City. These Hill Country towns with old-town charm offer a variety of dining, shopping, museums and picturesque views. Along the way make a stop at some of the many local distilleries or wineries to sip on some spirits made right here in Central Texas