Ashlie’s Austin Guidebook
Parks
This is a great local attraction during the warmer days. If you don't want to pay for the pool, you can walk to the left and play in the springs for free and bring your own beverages.
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Barton Springs Municipal Pool
2201 William Barton DrThis is a great local attraction during the warmer days. If you don't want to pay for the pool, you can walk to the left and play in the springs for free and bring your own beverages.
This is a cute local park that has peacocks that you can snap pictures of and have a comforting visit.
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Mayfield Park und Naturreservat
3505 W 35th StThis is a cute local park that has peacocks that you can snap pictures of and have a comforting visit.
Mount Bonnell has the best view of the city. You can also park at the bottom of the park and hike to the top.
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Mount Bonnell
Mount Bonnell has the best view of the city. You can also park at the bottom of the park and hike to the top.
Food scene
Tacodeli is our personal recommendation for the best tacos in Austin. When possible, their Deli Belly is one of the best tacos you'll have in your life!
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Tacodeli
4200 N Lamar BlvdTacodeli is our personal recommendation for the best tacos in Austin. When possible, their Deli Belly is one of the best tacos you'll have in your life!
Absolute must try - it's one of our favorite thai joints anywhere in the U.S. period!
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Thai Fresh
909 W Mary StAbsolute must try - it's one of our favorite thai joints anywhere in the U.S. period!
This is a great local ramen place 4 miles away from the townhouse. Our personal favorite dish is the Tsukemen ramen.
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Ramen Tatsu-Ya
1234 S Lamar BlvdThis is a great local ramen place 4 miles away from the townhouse. Our personal favorite dish is the Tsukemen ramen.
Our absolute favorite for a refreshing pick me up. Our favorites are the Soul Boulder (Ashlie) and Wundershowzen (Nick).
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JuiceLand
1625 Barton Springs RdOur absolute favorite for a refreshing pick me up. Our favorites are the Soul Boulder (Ashlie) and Wundershowzen (Nick).
Thunderbird Coffee
2200 Manor RdOur favorite local coffee spot that isn't too far away!
Amy's Ice Creams
10000 Research BlvdGreat local vibes here and ice cream worth remembering.
Here is our favorite local barbecue spot if you're not willing to wait for 4+ hours to try Franklin's Barbecue.
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Black's Barbecue Austin
3110 Guadalupe StHere is our favorite local barbecue spot if you're not willing to wait for 4+ hours to try Franklin's Barbecue.
Hoover's is great for soul food and is relatively close to the townhouse on the East Side.
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Hoover's Cooking
2002 Manor RdHoover's is great for soul food and is relatively close to the townhouse on the East Side.
Via 313 Pizza
10106 W 6th StOne of the best pizza places in town, a definite must try.
This is a chain from Japan but is definitely a recommended sushi spot.
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Kura Revolving Sushi Bar
6929 Airport BlvdThis is a chain from Japan but is definitely a recommended sushi spot.
Our recommended grocery store if you're willing to take a little longer drive.
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Voodoo Doughnut - 6th Street
212 E 6th StOur recommended grocery store if you're willing to take a little longer drive.
Running
If you're looking for a warm night run with views of the city, you can drive to St. Edwards and find parking. There is a well lit dirt track and security that patrols the area.
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St. Edward’s University
3001 S Congress AveIf you're looking for a warm night run with views of the city, you can drive to St. Edwards and find parking. There is a well lit dirt track and security that patrols the area.
There is an outdoor public running track here called Hope Trail that is open for public use! Only a 6 minute walk from the Townhouse.
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Hope Lutheran Church
6414 N Hampton DrThere is an outdoor public running track here called Hope Trail that is open for public use! Only a 6 minute walk from the Townhouse.
Ann And Roy Butler Hike And Bike Trail
Family Attractions
This is a great museum if you have younger children with plenty of interactive activities to do together.
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Thinkery
1830 Simond AveThis is a great museum if you have younger children with plenty of interactive activities to do together.
This is a great local pool that only costs a couple dollars to visit and is good for families and not too far away from the townhouse.
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Bartholomew Municipal Pool
1800 E 51st StThis is a great local pool that only costs a couple dollars to visit and is good for families and not too far away from the townhouse.
Great mini-golf location in the middle of downtown Austin. Good for families or individuals and groups.
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Peter Pan Mini Golf
1207 Barton Springs RdGreat mini-golf location in the middle of downtown Austin. Good for families or individuals and groups.
Shopping
Great for outdoor shopping if you're interested in a shopping mall experience. Primarily big box stores & a Whole Foods nearby.
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Downtown Austin station
Great for outdoor shopping if you're interested in a shopping mall experience. Primarily big box stores & a Whole Foods nearby.
South Congress is a local strip with eateries, shopping, and an all around Austin culture.
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South Congress
South Congress is a local strip with eateries, shopping, and an all around Austin culture.
Book People/G2G/Travel Express
3600 Presidential BlvdIf you want to visit a local favorite check out BookPeople.
Night Life
If you're looking for an Austin vibe come visit Spider House for coffee in the afternoon or during the evening visit their ballroom bar.
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Spider House Ballroom
2906 Fruth StIf you're looking for an Austin vibe come visit Spider House for coffee in the afternoon or during the evening visit their ballroom bar.
This is a local favorite with eateries, bars, and close proximity to downtown.
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Rainey Street Historic District
This is a local favorite with eateries, bars, and close proximity to downtown.