Austin Editor Picks

Editor Picks

Looking for the best places to eat, sleep, socialize, shop, and get your groove on in the artsy, musical Mecca of Austin? Here, the discriminating editors of ShermansTravel.com highlight the establishments and experiences that are as integral to Austin as barbecue is to the south. Visit the best spa more in the city (Lake Austin Spa Resort), lay your head down at the respected Driskill hotel, do dinner at dining great, Uchi, and then wind up your evening on Sixth – the street that single-handedly earns Austin its reputation for great music.

Smart Splurge    Great Value
Located 20 miles from downtown Austin in Bastrop, this Hill Country property is a top choice for families with its golf course, spa, waterpark, rafting, and fishing.
575 Hyatt Lost Pines Rd.; Austin, TX; 512-308-1234; lostpines.hyatt.com
Tags: family | hotel | new | moderate | great value
Austin’s legendary hotel dates to 1886. Enjoy thoughtful service (milk and cookies at 10pm nightly), the five-star Driskill Grill, and a bit of mystery – ghosts are rumored to roam the halls after dark.
604 Brazos St.; Austin, TX; 512-474-5911; www.driskillhotel.com
Tags: luxury | hotel | smart splurge | history | expensive
Mexican American Cultural Center
After 30 years of planning and acquiring, this 126,000 square-foot tribute to Latino and Native American traditions opened in fall 2007, offering exhibits, performances and classes in the arts.
600 River St.; Austin, TX; 512-478-6222; www.ci.austin.tx.us/parks
Tags: family | new | budget | things to do | history
Barton Springs Pool
Located in Zilker Park, the city’s undisputed gem is fed by underground springs. The year-round 68-degree waters are popular with top triathletes and families alike.
2101 Barton Springs Rd.; Austin, TX; 512-867-3080; www.ci.austin.tx.us/parks
Tags: family | budget | things to do | park
Lake Austin Spa Resort smart splurge
This lake resort is known as one of the top destination spas for its impeccable service, mouth-watering cuisine and Hill Country views over gorgeous Lake Austin.
1705 South Quinlan Park Rd.; Austin, TX; 512-372-7300; www.lakeaustin.com
Tags: spas | smart splurge | things to do | expensive
The Blanton Museum of Art
New in 2006, the Blanton houses 17,000 works of art, including modern, Latin American, Renaissance and Baroque pieces, 20th-Century American artworks, and 15th-century prints.
200 East MLK at Congress Ave.; Austin, TX; 512-471-5482; www.blantonmuseum.org
Tags: culture | tour | things to do | art
Executive chef Tyson Cole elevates sushi to an art form at this South Austin culinary gem. Daily...more
801 S. Lamar Blvd.; Austin, TX; 512-916-4808; www.uchiaustin.com
Tags: smart splurge | restaurant | expensive | notable chef
Come for barbeque (think juicy, slow-smoked brisket), cold beer and live music. Try...more
2622 N. Clark St.; Austin, TX; 512-480-8341; www.stubbsaustin.com
Tags: family | budget | restaurant | great value | live music
Sixth Street
Discover why Austin’s called the “Live Music Capital of the World” on Sixth Street, where you’ll find local and national artists performing everything from jazz to reggae nightly at a variety of venues.
Austin, TX; www.6street.com
Tags: nightlife | live music
SoCo District great value
From fun to funky, expensive to cheap, there’s something for everyone on South Congress. Buy boots at Allen’s, black and white, pre-1967 vintage clothing at Blackmail and Latin American art at Mi Casa.
Austin, TX; www.firstthursday.info
Tags: moderate | trendy | great value | shopping | antiques
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