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Visiting Austin, TX


It seems like everyone knows someone who's moving to Austin. In the past decade the capital of Texas has grown steadily, attracting everyone from young urban professionals to artists and students... more » It seems like everyone knows someone who's moving to Austin. In the past decade the capital of Texas has grown steadily, attracting everyone from young urban professionals to artists and students. This rapid evolution is noticeable everywhere from the busy downtown area to trendy and pricey neighbourhoods. Despite the growth, Austin has managed to maintain its mellow, small-town appeal. A perennial "Best Place to Live" winner, it's also a great place to visit, offering a range of attractions and activities. The State Capitol, the largest in the United States, and the Governor's Mansion, which is open for tours, will appeal to those interested in the political side of Austin. History buffs can head to the Lyndon Johnson Presidential Library and Museum. LBJ was one of the city's most famous residents. In 1982, his wife "Lady Bird" created a Wildflower Center dedicated to preserving the native plants of North America. Austin also offers recreational activities from golf to walking trails in beautiful parks. The shopping, restaurants and nightlife offer world-class appeal with a homey Texas feel. « less

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205 Things to Do

1,472 Restaurants

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Weather

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Monthly Averages
Month
High
Low
Precip
Nov
68°F 20°C
46°F 7°C
3 in 8 cm
Dec
60°F 15°C
36°F 2°C
2 in 5 cm
Jan
60°F 15°C
37°F 2°C
2 in 4 cm
Feb
62°F 16°C
41°F 5°C
2 in 6 cm
Mar
68°F 20°C
47°F 8°C
2 in 6 cm
Apr
76°F 24°C
55°F 12°C
1 in 3 cm
Extended Forecast
Saturday
21 Nov
Hi:
65°F 18°C
Lo:
41°F 5°C
Sunday
22 Nov
Hi:
70°F 21°C
Lo:
49°F 9°C
Monday
23 Nov
Hi:
74°F 23°C
Lo:
54°F 12°C

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Crowne Plaza Austin

4 of 5 stars
Southern New Jersey
20 Nov 2009

I stayed at the Crowne Plaza Austin for a conference and was very pleased with my stay. They had a complimentary shuttle from the airport, though it seemed oriented toward airline personel. As I had...more

Crossland Economy Studios Austin - West

20 Nov 2009

I think it had fleas ... The bed linens and pillows smelled of smoke in a room labelled non-smoking. There were teenagers smoking in the hallways. Not what I expected for that part of town. more

Super 8 Airport South

20 Nov 2009

This is one of the nicest places I've stayed. Upon my arrival we received a goody bag with a bottle of water, cookies, candy and a bag of potato chips. The bed had four types of pillows. The room...more

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