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Arboretum
Named for the tree-filled outdoor mall of the same name, this northwest...
Named for the tree-filled outdoor mall of the same name, this northwest Austin neighborhood serves as middle ground to the central city and its outlying communities. National retail giants and popular hotel chains converge on this busy area of highway interchanges, making it a traffic magnet, particularly around the holidays. Both high-end and inexpensive restaurants abound.
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Cedar Park
This substantial suburb has a Native American history, including a major...
This substantial suburb has a Native American history, including a major archaeological site. Serviced by several highways, the community offers an array of chain hotel and restaurant options. Many Austinites choose to commute from here to take advantage of the area’s more affordable housing market.
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Central Austin
Resale shopping is at a premium in this midtown section, with thrift stores,...
Resale shopping is at a premium in this midtown section, with thrift stores, antique shops and vintage furniture boutiques scattered throughout. Comprised of several smaller neighborhoods, this central district stays busy with traffic. A few bed and breakfast style hotels offer a true local resident experience.
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Clarksville
Quiet and friendly, Clarksville has a palpable small town feel. Boutiques...
Quiet and friendly, Clarksville has a palpable small town feel. Boutiques and high-end restaurants like Jeffrey's and Cafe Josie occupy historic buildings and charming houses throughout one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods, while quaint cafes like Cipollina and Sweetish Hill Bakery offer cozy places to relax and unwind.
Convenience to the downtown business district makes it a popular yet expensive real estate choice.
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Downtown
The majestic Texas State Capitol, a favorite stop for many visitors, anchors...
The majestic Texas State Capitol, a favorite stop for many visitors, anchors this bustling city center. Hundreds of live music venues and bars populate the area, drawing curious tourists and music lovers all hours of the day. A variety of art galleries and restaurants also reside within this dense urban district.
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East Austin
Bordered on the west by Interstate 35, this eastern district includes art...
Bordered on the west by Interstate 35, this eastern district includes art studios, revitalized housing and the city’s international airport. Hotels are few and far between. Head east for casual neighborhood bars and authentic mom-and-pop style restaurants.
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Hyde Park
Because of its proximity to the University of Texas campus, this old fashioned...
Because of its proximity to the University of Texas campus, this old fashioned neighborhood of historic, plantation style homes is riddled with professors and students. Consisting mostly of residences, Hyde Park does have a handful of healthful restaurants and cozy coffee shops hidden within, though shopping is minimal.
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Lake Travis
Water lovers make their way here, to the largest of Texas' Highland Lakes....
Water lovers make their way here, to the largest of Texas’ Highland Lakes. Everything’s possible, from boating and scuba diving to nude sunbathing at the state’s only clothing optional public park. Waterfront restaurants offer breathtaking views as well as a temporary escape from the perpetual heat.
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North Austin
A hodgepodge of residences, business parks and strip centers can be found...
A hodgepodge of residences, business parks and strip centers can be found in this area to the north of Highway 183. Big spenders visit the swanky upscale outdoor mall, the only major shopping destination nearby. Dining options range from standard fast food to casual local restaurants and select mid-range chains.
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Round Rock
This well-populated suburb of Austin is a must-see for 19th century history...
This well-populated suburb of Austin is a must-see for 19th century history buffs and baseball fans. Popular chain restaurants, hotels and shops are commonplace, mixed in with the occasional local eatery or boutique. Various business matters attract travelers as well—major employers like Dell have headquarters here.
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South Austin
Venture south of Lady Bird Lake to peruse the city's hippest neighborhood....
Venture south of Lady Bird Lake to peruse the city’s hippest neighborhood. Shop local boutiques, eat at quirky dives and check out quaint homes painted in wacky hues. This laid-back neighborhood not only attracts visiting celebrities, but also houses many of Austin’s creative brood.
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University of Texas
A dense collection of collegiate buildings and student housing, this area...
A dense collection of collegiate buildings and student housing, this area just north of downtown packs in coffee shops, youthful boutiques and eateries offering quick eats. Art aficionados frequent influential galleries. Great for visiting twenty-somethings, people watchers and those interested in the university.
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West Austin
Hilly and green, the western part of the city caters more to established...
Hilly and green, the western part of the city caters more to established families and wealthy individuals with luxurious hotels being the only option. Stately mansions are nestled among the bluffs. High-end retail and specialty restaurants are scattered alongside beautiful landscapes, like the mammoth Pennybacker Bridge.
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West Lake Hills
Though it's within a few miles of the downtown area, this quaint, wooded...
Though it’s within a few miles of the downtown area, this quaint, wooded neighborhood is its own official city. Shops focused on beauty, home interiors, gardening and clothing populate strip centers alongside family-oriented restaurants of all varieties. Hotels in this area are nonexistent.
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Zilker
Considered the heart of the city, this neighborhood centers on the 350-acre...
Considered the heart of the city, this neighborhood centers on the 350-acre Zilker Park. The grassy fields alongside Lady Bird Lake harbor soccer players, kite fliers and other outdoorsy types, while swimmers of all varieties flock year-round to Barton Springs Pool, a spring-fed watering hole with tons of history. Also on park grounds is the Zilker Botanical Garden, a beautiful oasis filled with rose gardens, a Japanese garden and more, along with casts of dinosaur tracks discovered there in the early 1990s.
Zilker Park doubles as the grounds for a handful of annual events, including Fourth of July festivities, the kite festival and the well-known Austin City Limits Music Festival.
Fun, locally owned restaurants sprinkled throughout the area are tourist favorites, including Shady Grove, Romeo's and most tourists' favorite Tex-Mex joint, Chuy's.
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