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Feel the mood of the city<\/h2>\nPeople are friendly in Texas, they will make you feel at home. Walk around the streets of the city center and enjoy the view of the Capitol up on Congress Street. Check the corners, there are lots of murals or cacti to take pictures of. Everywhere you look there are nice little details, which make this place special.<\/div>\n![\"Neon](\"http:\/\/cobaltstate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/cobaltstate_austin_03_us_guide_sunset_building_light.jpg\")
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Hunt all kinds of neon signs<\/h2>\nThe city is full of them. You will find neon signs of all shapes and colors, funny or suggestive. Get creative with the frames you want to shoot! Of course we had our favorites, like the one of the Paramount Cinema in downtown or the one of Austin Motel on South Congress Street.<\/div>\n![\"Austin](\"http:\/\/cobaltstate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/cobaltstate_austin_08_us_guide_mood_motel.jpg\")
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<\/h2>\nPaddle at the middle of the buildings<\/h2>\n
The Colorado River runs along the city center and gives you amazing views of the skyline from a different and original angle.There are a few canoe, kayak, and paddleboard rentals along the river. We recommend the ones by Zilker Park, a green area, very close from downtown where you can chill, do exercise, and swim in the river and natural springs pool! Don\u2019t miss spotting out the turtles.<\/p>\n
Outdoor lovers<\/h2>\n
Austin has a lot to offer, it is the perfect mix between nature and urban. There are lots of trails around the city as well as parks and hills to climb up. We went on a hike along the Green Belt Trail, where you can do activities such as running, cycling, climbing, or swimming if there is water in the natural ocurrying pools along the river. There is no need to get extreme, you can go for a picnic or just to hang out.<\/p>\n
We recommend to climb up Mt. Bonnell to see views of the river and skyline. Try to make it there for the sunset, it is a great spot.<\/p>\n
.<\/span><\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n <\/div>\n![\"View](\"http:\/\/cobaltstate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/cobaltstate_austin_10_us_guide_outdoor_river.jpg\")
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<\/div>\n\n <\/h2>\nGraffiti wall at Castle Hill<\/h2>\n<\/div>\nAn original landmark that is soon going to be demolished! Get there as soon as you can. People are allowed to graffiti and paint the walls of this unfinished structure, giving street artists a chance to express themselves. Walk to the top of the Graffiti Hill and you will have one of the best views of Austin\u2019s skyline.<\/div>\n.<\/span>
.<\/span><\/div>\n <\/div>\n![\"Basilio](\"http:\/\/cobaltstate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/cobaltstate_austin_13_us_guide_graffiti_wall_basilio.jpg\")
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<\/div>\n\nMeet the bats for sunset<\/h2>\n
A special phenomena happens seasonally, from March to November- a huge migration of Mexican bats fly from south of the border to live under Congress bridge, located on Congress Street, one of Austin\u2019s busiest streets. From here, every day at sunset time, a colony of 1.5 million bats comes out from under the bridge to fly into the night to find food for themselves and their newborns. It is so impressive to watch, go early because it gets really crowded.<\/p>\n
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Eat eat eat !<\/h2>\nAustin is packed with amazing restaurants and food trucks.
The food scene in this city is crazy, so if you are a foodie like us,
be prepared to eat as much as you can.<\/div>\nThese are the venues we visited that we loved :<\/div>\n. <\/span><\/div>\n\u2192 Bouldin Creek Coffee<\/em><\/span> for breakfast or brunch, vegan or vegetarian meals,
tasty, very well served and good coffee!<\/div>\n![\"Two](\"http:\/\/cobaltstate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/cobaltstate_austin_17_us_guide_cafe_food.jpg\")
<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\u2192 <\/em><\/span>Home Slice Pizza<\/span><\/em> for a real big american style pizza.<\/div>\n.
.<\/span><\/div>\n![\"in](\"http:\/\/cobaltstate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/cobaltstate_austin_18_us_guide_pizza.jpg\")
<\/div>\n\u2192 <\/em><\/span>A cupcake from the lovely food truck of Hey Cupcake !<\/span><\/em><\/div>\n<\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n![\"Strawberry](\"http:\/\/cobaltstate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/cobaltstate_austin_19_us_guide_cupcake.jpg\")
<\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\u2192 <\/em><\/span>An amazing ramen at Ramen Tatsu-ya<\/em><\/span>, be sure to add the extra cooked bamboo.<\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n\u2192 <\/em><\/span>Our favorite donuts in the world, go experience: Gourdough’s Public House<\/em><\/span>.<\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n\u2192 <\/em><\/span>A vegan or veggie burger at P.Terry’s burger stand<\/em><\/span>, simple,
quick and so delicious, fries here are a must!<\/div>\n .<\/span><\/div>\n\u2192 <\/em><\/span>We did not have time to try, but we have very solid recommendations for Torchy\u2019s Tacos
<\/em><\/span> and Magnolia Caf\u00e9<\/em><\/span>. Maybe you can tell us about your experience there.<\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n.<\/span><\/p>\nTry the famous fried pickles
and the endless locally brewed beers<\/h2>\n
Doesn’t sound right? We didn’t believed it and were very skeptical when we first heard about this, but after dipping that deep fried pickle in the special sauce and having the first juicy bite, we found the holy grail of bar food. Is there anything else we can say?<\/p>\n
The beer scene in Austin is something special. You have so many good options, we have to say that we tried the finest beers ever during our stay there. Whatever your taste, you will find a beer that pleases you here. Go for beers from the local brewery, Austin Beerworks<\/em>, there will be no mistake.<\/p>\n <\/h2>\nGo to downtown and Enjoy the bars
and live music on 6th St.<\/h2>\n6th Street is full of bars and live music for several blocks, an important scene for Austin nightlife. During the weekend it is closed off to cars and becomes pedestrian only, which makes it even cooler. There are bars and music for all tastes. For sure you will find something you like! We even found a sake bar (that was a first for us)!<\/div>\nWe liked the bar Easy Tiger for its chill mood next to the river and good cocktails.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n.<\/span>
..<\/span><\/div>\n![\"View](\"http:\/\/cobaltstate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/cobaltstate_austin_20_us_guide_downton.jpg\")
<\/div>\n <\/h2>\nVisit Fredericksburg<\/h2>\nNot Austin, but only an hour and a half away, this german settlement is worth it and has a lot to offer. Admire the lovely architecture on Main Street, have a local beer at Fredericksburg\u2019s brewery<\/em>, or better yet, drink it walking down the street (yes, it is legal here)!
For the ultimate Texan experience go to the shop Texas Jack Wild West<\/em>, be sure to buy your cowboy hat.
Taste Texan wines. Yes, there is wine in Texas and pretty good ones! We went to Becker Vineyards<\/em> and had a wine tasting for $20 bucks which included 6 different wines and a souvenir glass.
To finish, we advise you take the time to visit Enchanted Rock for sunset and enjoy its 360\u00b0 view of the forest. To get there you will have to drive 25 minutes from Fredericksburg.<\/div>\n![\"Glass](\"http:\/\/cobaltstate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/cobaltstate_austin_21_us_guide_fredrericksburg.jpg\")
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<\/div>\nThanks to Camille for all these beautiful discoveries and to Sara and Cristy for hosting us in their home. <\/em><\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"This was our first time in Austin and it was amazing! We didn\u2019t spend much time here, but in 48 busy hours we did and discovered a lot. This city reminded us of Auckland, New Zealand, a city that conquered […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":5044,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"image","meta":[],"categories":[139,213],"tags":[210,108,121,105,207,123,211],"yoast_head":"\n
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Hunt all kinds of neon signs<\/h2>\nThe city is full of them. You will find neon signs of all shapes and colors, funny or suggestive. Get creative with the frames you want to shoot! Of course we had our favorites, like the one of the Paramount Cinema in downtown or the one of Austin Motel on South Congress Street.<\/div>\n<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
<\/h2>\nPaddle at the middle of the buildings<\/h2>\n
The Colorado River runs along the city center and gives you amazing views of the skyline from a different and original angle.There are a few canoe, kayak, and paddleboard rentals along the river. We recommend the ones by Zilker Park, a green area, very close from downtown where you can chill, do exercise, and swim in the river and natural springs pool! Don\u2019t miss spotting out the turtles.<\/p>\n
Outdoor lovers<\/h2>\n
Austin has a lot to offer, it is the perfect mix between nature and urban. There are lots of trails around the city as well as parks and hills to climb up. We went on a hike along the Green Belt Trail, where you can do activities such as running, cycling, climbing, or swimming if there is water in the natural ocurrying pools along the river. There is no need to get extreme, you can go for a picnic or just to hang out.<\/p>\n
We recommend to climb up Mt. Bonnell to see views of the river and skyline. Try to make it there for the sunset, it is a great spot.<\/p>\n
.<\/span><\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n <\/h2>\nGraffiti wall at Castle Hill<\/h2>\n<\/div>\nAn original landmark that is soon going to be demolished! Get there as soon as you can. People are allowed to graffiti and paint the walls of this unfinished structure, giving street artists a chance to express themselves. Walk to the top of the Graffiti Hill and you will have one of the best views of Austin\u2019s skyline.<\/div>\n.<\/span>
.<\/span><\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\nMeet the bats for sunset<\/h2>\n
A special phenomena happens seasonally, from March to November- a huge migration of Mexican bats fly from south of the border to live under Congress bridge, located on Congress Street, one of Austin\u2019s busiest streets. From here, every day at sunset time, a colony of 1.5 million bats comes out from under the bridge to fly into the night to find food for themselves and their newborns. It is so impressive to watch, go early because it gets really crowded.<\/p>\n
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Eat eat eat !<\/h2>\nAustin is packed with amazing restaurants and food trucks.
The food scene in this city is crazy, so if you are a foodie like us,
be prepared to eat as much as you can.<\/div>\nThese are the venues we visited that we loved :<\/div>\n. <\/span><\/div>\n\u2192 Bouldin Creek Coffee<\/em><\/span> for breakfast or brunch, vegan or vegetarian meals,
tasty, very well served and good coffee!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\u2192 <\/em><\/span>Home Slice Pizza<\/span><\/em> for a real big american style pizza.<\/div>\n.
.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\u2192 <\/em><\/span>A cupcake from the lovely food truck of Hey Cupcake !<\/span><\/em><\/div>\n<\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\u2192 <\/em><\/span>An amazing ramen at Ramen Tatsu-ya<\/em><\/span>, be sure to add the extra cooked bamboo.<\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n\u2192 <\/em><\/span>Our favorite donuts in the world, go experience: Gourdough’s Public House<\/em><\/span>.<\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n\u2192 <\/em><\/span>A vegan or veggie burger at P.Terry’s burger stand<\/em><\/span>, simple,
quick and so delicious, fries here are a must!<\/div>\n .<\/span><\/div>\n\u2192 <\/em><\/span>We did not have time to try, but we have very solid recommendations for Torchy\u2019s Tacos
<\/em><\/span> and Magnolia Caf\u00e9<\/em><\/span>. Maybe you can tell us about your experience there.<\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n.<\/span><\/p>\nTry the famous fried pickles
and the endless locally brewed beers<\/h2>\n
Doesn’t sound right? We didn’t believed it and were very skeptical when we first heard about this, but after dipping that deep fried pickle in the special sauce and having the first juicy bite, we found the holy grail of bar food. Is there anything else we can say?<\/p>\n
The beer scene in Austin is something special. You have so many good options, we have to say that we tried the finest beers ever during our stay there. Whatever your taste, you will find a beer that pleases you here. Go for beers from the local brewery, Austin Beerworks<\/em>, there will be no mistake.<\/p>\n <\/h2>\nGo to downtown and Enjoy the bars
and live music on 6th St.<\/h2>\n6th Street is full of bars and live music for several blocks, an important scene for Austin nightlife. During the weekend it is closed off to cars and becomes pedestrian only, which makes it even cooler. There are bars and music for all tastes. For sure you will find something you like! We even found a sake bar (that was a first for us)!<\/div>\nWe liked the bar Easy Tiger for its chill mood next to the river and good cocktails.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n.<\/span>
..<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/h2>\nVisit Fredericksburg<\/h2>\nNot Austin, but only an hour and a half away, this german settlement is worth it and has a lot to offer. Admire the lovely architecture on Main Street, have a local beer at Fredericksburg\u2019s brewery<\/em>, or better yet, drink it walking down the street (yes, it is legal here)!
For the ultimate Texan experience go to the shop Texas Jack Wild West<\/em>, be sure to buy your cowboy hat.
Taste Texan wines. Yes, there is wine in Texas and pretty good ones! We went to Becker Vineyards<\/em> and had a wine tasting for $20 bucks which included 6 different wines and a souvenir glass.
To finish, we advise you take the time to visit Enchanted Rock for sunset and enjoy its 360\u00b0 view of the forest. To get there you will have to drive 25 minutes from Fredericksburg.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nThanks to Camille for all these beautiful discoveries and to Sara and Cristy for hosting us in their home. <\/em><\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"This was our first time in Austin and it was amazing! We didn\u2019t spend much time here, but in 48 busy hours we did and discovered a lot. This city reminded us of Auckland, New Zealand, a city that conquered […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":5044,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"image","meta":[],"categories":[139,213],"tags":[210,108,121,105,207,123,211],"yoast_head":"\n
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<\/h2>\nPaddle at the middle of the buildings<\/h2>\n
The Colorado River runs along the city center and gives you amazing views of the skyline from a different and original angle.There are a few canoe, kayak, and paddleboard rentals along the river. We recommend the ones by Zilker Park, a green area, very close from downtown where you can chill, do exercise, and swim in the river and natural springs pool! Don\u2019t miss spotting out the turtles.<\/p>\n
Outdoor lovers<\/h2>\n
Austin has a lot to offer, it is the perfect mix between nature and urban. There are lots of trails around the city as well as parks and hills to climb up. We went on a hike along the Green Belt Trail, where you can do activities such as running, cycling, climbing, or swimming if there is water in the natural ocurrying pools along the river. There is no need to get extreme, you can go for a picnic or just to hang out.<\/p>\n
We recommend to climb up Mt. Bonnell to see views of the river and skyline. Try to make it there for the sunset, it is a great spot.<\/p>\n
<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/h2>\nGraffiti wall at Castle Hill<\/h2>\n<\/div>\nAn original landmark that is soon going to be demolished! Get there as soon as you can. People are allowed to graffiti and paint the walls of this unfinished structure, giving street artists a chance to express themselves. Walk to the top of the Graffiti Hill and you will have one of the best views of Austin\u2019s skyline.<\/div>\n.<\/span>
.<\/span><\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\nMeet the bats for sunset<\/h2>\n
A special phenomena happens seasonally, from March to November- a huge migration of Mexican bats fly from south of the border to live under Congress bridge, located on Congress Street, one of Austin\u2019s busiest streets. From here, every day at sunset time, a colony of 1.5 million bats comes out from under the bridge to fly into the night to find food for themselves and their newborns. It is so impressive to watch, go early because it gets really crowded.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Eat eat eat !<\/h2>\nAustin is packed with amazing restaurants and food trucks.
The food scene in this city is crazy, so if you are a foodie like us,
be prepared to eat as much as you can.<\/div>\nThese are the venues we visited that we loved :<\/div>\n. <\/span><\/div>\n\u2192 Bouldin Creek Coffee<\/em><\/span> for breakfast or brunch, vegan or vegetarian meals,
tasty, very well served and good coffee!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\u2192 <\/em><\/span>Home Slice Pizza<\/span><\/em> for a real big american style pizza.<\/div>\n.
.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\u2192 <\/em><\/span>A cupcake from the lovely food truck of Hey Cupcake !<\/span><\/em><\/div>\n<\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\u2192 <\/em><\/span>An amazing ramen at Ramen Tatsu-ya<\/em><\/span>, be sure to add the extra cooked bamboo.<\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n\u2192 <\/em><\/span>Our favorite donuts in the world, go experience: Gourdough’s Public House<\/em><\/span>.<\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n\u2192 <\/em><\/span>A vegan or veggie burger at P.Terry’s burger stand<\/em><\/span>, simple,
quick and so delicious, fries here are a must!<\/div>\n .<\/span><\/div>\n\u2192 <\/em><\/span>We did not have time to try, but we have very solid recommendations for Torchy\u2019s Tacos
<\/em><\/span> and Magnolia Caf\u00e9<\/em><\/span>. Maybe you can tell us about your experience there.<\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n.<\/span><\/p>\nTry the famous fried pickles
and the endless locally brewed beers<\/h2>\n
Doesn’t sound right? We didn’t believed it and were very skeptical when we first heard about this, but after dipping that deep fried pickle in the special sauce and having the first juicy bite, we found the holy grail of bar food. Is there anything else we can say?<\/p>\n
The beer scene in Austin is something special. You have so many good options, we have to say that we tried the finest beers ever during our stay there. Whatever your taste, you will find a beer that pleases you here. Go for beers from the local brewery, Austin Beerworks<\/em>, there will be no mistake.<\/p>\n <\/h2>\nGo to downtown and Enjoy the bars
and live music on 6th St.<\/h2>\n6th Street is full of bars and live music for several blocks, an important scene for Austin nightlife. During the weekend it is closed off to cars and becomes pedestrian only, which makes it even cooler. There are bars and music for all tastes. For sure you will find something you like! We even found a sake bar (that was a first for us)!<\/div>\nWe liked the bar Easy Tiger for its chill mood next to the river and good cocktails.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n.<\/span>
..<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/h2>\nVisit Fredericksburg<\/h2>\nNot Austin, but only an hour and a half away, this german settlement is worth it and has a lot to offer. Admire the lovely architecture on Main Street, have a local beer at Fredericksburg\u2019s brewery<\/em>, or better yet, drink it walking down the street (yes, it is legal here)!
For the ultimate Texan experience go to the shop Texas Jack Wild West<\/em>, be sure to buy your cowboy hat.
Taste Texan wines. Yes, there is wine in Texas and pretty good ones! We went to Becker Vineyards<\/em> and had a wine tasting for $20 bucks which included 6 different wines and a souvenir glass.
To finish, we advise you take the time to visit Enchanted Rock for sunset and enjoy its 360\u00b0 view of the forest. To get there you will have to drive 25 minutes from Fredericksburg.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nThanks to Camille for all these beautiful discoveries and to Sara and Cristy for hosting us in their home. <\/em><\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"This was our first time in Austin and it was amazing! We didn\u2019t spend much time here, but in 48 busy hours we did and discovered a lot. This city reminded us of Auckland, New Zealand, a city that conquered […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":5044,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"image","meta":[],"categories":[139,213],"tags":[210,108,121,105,207,123,211],"yoast_head":"\n
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<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nMeet the bats for sunset<\/h2>\n
A special phenomena happens seasonally, from March to November- a huge migration of Mexican bats fly from south of the border to live under Congress bridge, located on Congress Street, one of Austin\u2019s busiest streets. From here, every day at sunset time, a colony of 1.5 million bats comes out from under the bridge to fly into the night to find food for themselves and their newborns. It is so impressive to watch, go early because it gets really crowded.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Eat eat eat !<\/h2>\nAustin is packed with amazing restaurants and food trucks.
The food scene in this city is crazy, so if you are a foodie like us,
be prepared to eat as much as you can.<\/div>\nThese are the venues we visited that we loved :<\/div>\n. <\/span><\/div>\n\u2192 Bouldin Creek Coffee<\/em><\/span> for breakfast or brunch, vegan or vegetarian meals,
tasty, very well served and good coffee!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\u2192 <\/em><\/span>Home Slice Pizza<\/span><\/em> for a real big american style pizza.<\/div>\n.
.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\u2192 <\/em><\/span>A cupcake from the lovely food truck of Hey Cupcake !<\/span><\/em><\/div>\n<\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\u2192 <\/em><\/span>An amazing ramen at Ramen Tatsu-ya<\/em><\/span>, be sure to add the extra cooked bamboo.<\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n\u2192 <\/em><\/span>Our favorite donuts in the world, go experience: Gourdough’s Public House<\/em><\/span>.<\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n\u2192 <\/em><\/span>A vegan or veggie burger at P.Terry’s burger stand<\/em><\/span>, simple,
quick and so delicious, fries here are a must!<\/div>\n .<\/span><\/div>\n\u2192 <\/em><\/span>We did not have time to try, but we have very solid recommendations for Torchy\u2019s Tacos
<\/em><\/span> and Magnolia Caf\u00e9<\/em><\/span>. Maybe you can tell us about your experience there.<\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n.<\/span><\/p>\nTry the famous fried pickles
and the endless locally brewed beers<\/h2>\n
Doesn’t sound right? We didn’t believed it and were very skeptical when we first heard about this, but after dipping that deep fried pickle in the special sauce and having the first juicy bite, we found the holy grail of bar food. Is there anything else we can say?<\/p>\n
The beer scene in Austin is something special. You have so many good options, we have to say that we tried the finest beers ever during our stay there. Whatever your taste, you will find a beer that pleases you here. Go for beers from the local brewery, Austin Beerworks<\/em>, there will be no mistake.<\/p>\n <\/h2>\nGo to downtown and Enjoy the bars
and live music on 6th St.<\/h2>\n6th Street is full of bars and live music for several blocks, an important scene for Austin nightlife. During the weekend it is closed off to cars and becomes pedestrian only, which makes it even cooler. There are bars and music for all tastes. For sure you will find something you like! We even found a sake bar (that was a first for us)!<\/div>\nWe liked the bar Easy Tiger for its chill mood next to the river and good cocktails.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n.<\/span>
..<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/h2>\nVisit Fredericksburg<\/h2>\nNot Austin, but only an hour and a half away, this german settlement is worth it and has a lot to offer. Admire the lovely architecture on Main Street, have a local beer at Fredericksburg\u2019s brewery<\/em>, or better yet, drink it walking down the street (yes, it is legal here)!
For the ultimate Texan experience go to the shop Texas Jack Wild West<\/em>, be sure to buy your cowboy hat.
Taste Texan wines. Yes, there is wine in Texas and pretty good ones! We went to Becker Vineyards<\/em> and had a wine tasting for $20 bucks which included 6 different wines and a souvenir glass.
To finish, we advise you take the time to visit Enchanted Rock for sunset and enjoy its 360\u00b0 view of the forest. To get there you will have to drive 25 minutes from Fredericksburg.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nThanks to Camille for all these beautiful discoveries and to Sara and Cristy for hosting us in their home. <\/em><\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"This was our first time in Austin and it was amazing! We didn\u2019t spend much time here, but in 48 busy hours we did and discovered a lot. This city reminded us of Auckland, New Zealand, a city that conquered […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":5044,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"image","meta":[],"categories":[139,213],"tags":[210,108,121,105,207,123,211],"yoast_head":"\n
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The food scene in this city is crazy, so if you are a foodie like us,
be prepared to eat as much as you can.<\/div>\n
tasty, very well served and good coffee!<\/div>\n
<\/div>\n.<\/span><\/div>\n
<\/div>\n<\/div>\nquick and so delicious, fries here are a must!<\/div>\n
<\/em><\/span> and Magnolia Caf\u00e9<\/em><\/span>. Maybe you can tell us about your experience there.<\/div>\n
.<\/span><\/p>\n Doesn’t sound right? We didn’t believed it and were very skeptical when we first heard about this, but after dipping that deep fried pickle in the special sauce and having the first juicy bite, we found the holy grail of bar food. Is there anything else we can say?<\/p>\n The beer scene in Austin is something special. You have so many good options, we have to say that we tried the finest beers ever during our stay there. Whatever your taste, you will find a beer that pleases you here. Go for beers from the local brewery, Austin Beerworks<\/em>, there will be no mistake.<\/p>\n This was our first time in Austin and it was amazing! We didn\u2019t spend much time here, but in 48 busy hours we did and discovered a lot. This city reminded us of Auckland, New Zealand, a city that conquered […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":5044,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"image","meta":[],"categories":[139,213],"tags":[210,108,121,105,207,123,211],"yoast_head":"\nTry the famous fried pickles
and the endless locally brewed beers<\/h2>\n <\/h2>\n
Go to downtown and Enjoy the bars
and live music on 6th St.<\/h2>\n
..<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/h2>\n
Visit Fredericksburg<\/h2>\n
For the ultimate Texan experience go to the shop Texas Jack Wild West<\/em>, be sure to buy your cowboy hat.
Taste Texan wines. Yes, there is wine in Texas and pretty good ones! We went to Becker Vineyards<\/em> and had a wine tasting for $20 bucks which included 6 different wines and a souvenir glass.
To finish, we advise you take the time to visit Enchanted Rock for sunset and enjoy its 360\u00b0 view of the forest. To get there you will have to drive 25 minutes from Fredericksburg.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n