Published: December, 2017
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Austin, Texas (Coti Woodhead)

— Coti Woodhead
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  • Trip type: Adult, City
  • Activity level: easy
  • Ideal length of trip: THREE DAYS

to & from

  • Fly into Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
  • Staying downtown use ride share options
  • Traveling to the Hill Country rent a car

Where to Stay

Where to Eat and Drink

What to Do

inside scoop

  • Austin hosts many music festivals, try attend during one of those times.
  • Make reservations ahead of time.
  • No Uber, use Fare or Ride!
  • Jen Blackwood, one of our favorite stylists has put together a perfect packing list! Click here!

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  • The Bats under Congress Bridge
  • Over 30, skip 6th Street bar scene
  • Food Trucks

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Looking for a tween’s take on Austin, check out Addie Leary’s guide here! 

Like margaritas? Local, Tory Wortham Austin guide will steer you in the right direction!

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Published: December, 2017
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Austin, Texas (Tory Wortham)

Austin is laid back, it has a chic + casual vibe and is usually warm (so dress accordingly!)
— Tory Wortham
  • More about your oliver guide:
  • Trip type: Adult, City
  • Activity level: easy
  • Ideal length of trip: 3 NIGHTS

to & from

Southwest & American Airlines have the most flights to and from Austin.

Where to Stay

Where to Eat and Drink

What to Do

inside scoop

  • UBER was kicked out of Austin, use Ride Austin or Fare instead
  • Austin is laid back, it has a chic / casual vibe and is usually warm (so dress accordingly!)

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Looking for more places to eat and drink? Check out local, Coti Woodhead’s guide here! 

Looking for a tween’s take on Austin, check out Addie Leary’s guide here! 

Austin, Texas (Tory Wortham) - Suggestions from the Oliver Community

  • Courtney Leary Says

    Be sure to check out By George — amazing assortment of beautiful women’s clothing. And South Congress Cafe is a fun brunch spot.

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Published: October, 2017
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Austin,Texas

Austin is a great place to visit cousins, shop, eat and take a break from your brothers!
— Addie Leary
  • More about your oliver guide:
  • Trip type: Family, City
  • Activity level: easy
  • Ideal length of trip: 4-5 days

to & from

  • Southwest Airlines- Easy and non-stop flights are the best.

Where to Stay

  • Archer Hotel near the Domain- Amazing service, breakfast, full restaurant, great rooms with nice beds, pool (in summer). Right across the street from Sprinkles Cupcakes and Starbucks.

Where to Eat and Drink

  • Flower Girl- SUPER healthy (salads, bowls, wraps, etc.).All organic, cute easy atmosphere. Better for adults and older kids.
  • Culinary Dropout- American style food, lots of options including awesome salads and kids menu. Tons of outdoor games (ping pong, corn hole...) for kids (and adults) to play.
  • South Congress Cafe- Great food and service. Good for all ages. Fun brunch scene. Expect to wait on the weekends. The burger was fantastic.
  • Whole Foods in the Domain-For ANYTHING you could want. It's huge. Adults can drink beer while they grocery shop. Full juice bar and brewery in the store. Tons of grab and go options including a Ramen bar.
  • Sprinkles Cupcakes-- legendary cupcakes and great ice cream too!

What to Do

  • Explore the Domain Area- Tons of shopping, restaurants, and more. Highlights include Erin Condren, a great place to create your own planner, Athleta (athletic wear). Lush (yummy bath and beauty products) fun to browse.
  • Visit Allen's Boots- Authentic cowboy boots and hats from Texas. Great to explore and look at.
  • Shop on South Congress- Authentic Texas shops and restaurants. Great for gifts to bring home to Texas to friends and family.

inside scoop

  • Be prepared for all types of weather-- temperatures vary greatly in short amounts of time. In the three days we were there it went from 42 degrees to 75 degrees!
  • Saint Bernard  in the Domain is an amazing source for ski wear and vacation clothing. You would never guess this town so far from the mountains and the beaches would have such a great selection!

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Check out two more Austin guides from locals, Tory Wortham and Coti Woodhead who give you the scoop on where to get your BBQ, live music and much more!

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