Home Slice Pizza →
New York-style pizza on South Congress.
Choose pizza for your South Congress meal.
Visit details & sources
- Find it
- 1415 South Congress Avenue
- Style
- Large slices with a crisp, stone-baked crust
When to visit.
June · July · AugustMake Barton Springs Pool one option for a summer day, then leave time for live music. Check current pool hours and cleaning closures before setting out.
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A first trip3 nights
Two nights allow live music and a first look at the centre; three leave time for the lake, South Congress and a separate neighbourhood outing.
Your baseDowntown near Lady Bird Lake
Stay near the lake trail and downtown music venues, with central hotels providing a walkable starting point.
Stay length, neighbourhoods & sources
Two nights allow live music and a first look at the centre; three leave time for the lake, South Congress and a separate neighbourhood outing.
Stay near the lake trail and downtown music venues, with central hotels providing a walkable starting point.
Explore sample itineraries →What to see
Start with the sights.
Choose a day around South Congress, or head to Lady Bird Lake and Zilker Park for time outdoors. Leave room for an evening of live music.
01What to seeAlamo Drafthouse CinemaExplore →
The Austin-born dine-in cinema beloved by cinephiles for its strict no-talking policy, curated programming, and themed feasts.
02What to seeThe AustonianExplore →
The Austonian is a residential skyscraper in Downtown Austin, Texas, USA.
03What to seeTexas State CapitolExplore →
A pink-granite dome taller than the US Capitol, at the head of Congress Avenue.
04What to seeSouth Congress AvenueExplore →
A strip of vintage shops, food trucks and live music south of the river.
05What to seeLady Bird LakeExplore →
The downtown reservoir ringed by a beloved hike-and-bike trail.
Where to eat
Where to eat in Austin
Güero’s Taco Bar →
Mexican cooking on South Congress.
Choose tacos and handmade corn tortillas.
Visit details & sources
- Find it
- 1412 South Congress Avenue
- Food
- Tacos al pastor and mole feature on the restaurant’s menu
Make a plan
Before you go.
Transport, fares & local advice
Barton Springs Pool: pack for the pool rules
Leave food, coolers and glass outside the pool.
Requirements & visit details
- Pack
- Water in a resealable plastic container is allowed
- Payment
- Card kiosks and cash payment at the cashier are available
- Leave behind
- Food, coolers and glass are not permitted
Know before you go
- Barbecue joints like Franklin sell out; arrive well before opening or go on a weekday.
- Summer afternoons are brutally hot; plan outdoor time for morning or evening.
- Sixth Street is the bar strip; Rainey Street is the mellower alternative.
Planning sources · checked 2026-10-19
Stay length is a Trailwind editorial estimate. Transfer times are approximate.
- Things to Do in Austin This Weekend: 3-Day Itinerary | Visit Austin · Accessed 2026-10-15
- Downtown Austin hotels | Visit Austin · Accessed 2026-10-15
- Things to Do in Austin This Weekend: 3-Day Itinerary · Accessed 2026-10-18
- South Congress - Home Slice Pizza · Accessed 2026-10-19
- About - Home Slice Pizza · Accessed 2026-10-19
- Güero's Taco Bar | Austin's Best Mexican Food · Accessed 2026-10-19
- Visit Barton Springs Pool · Accessed 2026-10-19
- Explore Summer · Accessed 2026-10-19
- Visit Barton Springs Pool · Accessed 2026-10-19
Questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Austin?
The best time to visit Austin is Mar–May & Oct–Nov, in United States.
Where is Austin?
Austin is in United States. The nearest major airport is Austin-Bergstrom (AUS).
What is Austin known for?
Live music, smoked brisket, and green water.
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