While Austin is known as the live music capital of the world, its attractions don't stop there. As you enjoy the unique experience of musicians performing all over town from the grocery store to the airport, you'll find world-class museums, sculpture gardens, trendy restaurants, and one-of-a-kind shopping to delight you.
And for year-round outdoor activities in the sun, Austin offers almost limitless choices for the hiker, biker, birder, and boater, not to mention opportunities for relaxing. Try a sunset cruise or paddling on Lady Bird Lake in the city, or take a day to explore Lake Travis and nearby McKinney Falls. With South Austin as your starting point, there’s always something nearby when you feel like getting out.
Explore President Johnson’s life and legacy through exhibits, historic photographs, recordings, and documents on the University of Texas campus.
Watch Texas artisans create handblown glass at this Hill Country studio known for colorful lighting, sculpture, and one-of-a-kind pieces.
A 45,000-square-foot museum explores the history of the Texas militia and volunteer forces from 1823, the date of the first militia muster in Stephen F. Austin’s colony, to 1903 when Congress created the National Guard. From 1903 to the present, the museum tells the stories of the Texas Army and Air National Guard, as well as the Texas State Guard.
Austin became the capital of the Republic of Texas in 1839 and remained the state capital after Texas joined the United States. Over time, it grew from a center for trade and government into the city known today for music, culture, technology, and outdoor living.
The music scene that helped put Austin on the map took off in the 1970s, and that independent spirit still shapes the city today.
Check out what’s happening in Austin from live music venues to art shows, concerts, comedy events, and more.
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