Know all about Austin

Austin, the capital of Texas, is a hub of music, culture, comedy, technology, and creativity. It is one of the fastest growing cities in the United States. The city is political and geographical center of the Lone Star State. Whether you want to go for hiking, camping, rock climbing, or swimming, Austin has it all!

History of Austin

This bustling city has no shortage of history! In 1835-36, Texas won freedom from Mexico and transformed into Texas Congress. In 1837, the village of Waterloo was discovered on the banks of Colorado River by the settlers. Waterloo adopted the name Austin in 1839. In 1870, Austin was made the permanent capital of Texas. Austin was named after Stephen F. Austin, the founder of the Texas Republic, and fondly known as the Father of Texas. Stephen F. Austin set up the first colonies in Austin.

In 1888, Austin observed the ebb and flow of its inhabitants because of the dispute within Texas government and downturn of Congress. Austin recouped from these problems by the late 1800s. In 1883, Austin transformed into a College town with the establishment of the University of Texas at Austin. In 1891, Austin became one of the first American cities to use an extensive street light system referred as the Moonlight Towers. In the 20th century, Austin, the capital of Texas, got the nickname “Live Music Capital of the World”. The city established huge music venues like the Hole in the Wall, Armadillo World Headquarters and many more, and attracted many great musicians.

Important Locations in Austin

Austin has a temperate climate year-round and 300 days of sunshine every year that makes it an outdoor destination. Austin has a plenty of attractions fit for every traveler/visitor. Outdoor activities, from hiking to swimming, can be easily accessed at the public parks, such as Zilker. For art and culture of Austin, there are a plenty of world-class museums in the city and lots to see and do in Austin. We have put together some of the important locations that you ought not to miss while visiting Austin, the Capitol State.

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The State Capitol and Visitors Center

The State Capitol and Visitors Center is a home to the workplace of the State Governor and the Chambers of the Texas Legislature. This visitor center provides information of the Capitol.

Zilker Metropolitan Park and Botanical Garden

Ziller Park has lot of tourist spots, such as the Zilker Hillside Theatre for summer musical, Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum, Zilke Zephyr miniature railway, the Zilker Botanical Garden.

Bullock Texas State History Museum

The Bullock Texas State History Museum showcases the city’s story through interactive exhibits.

Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum

The Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum has exhibits related to President LBJ's very long career.

Hike and Bike Trail- Lady Bird Lake

This location includes Austin Hike and Bike Trail, Auditorium Shores, and a venue for South by Southwest music and film festivals. It is one of the Austin’s major recreational spot.

Texas Memorial Museum

The Texas Memorial Museum of Science and History highlights a vast collection of items representing the cultural and natural history of the Lone Star State.

Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum

The Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum showcases the work by twentieth century sculptor Charles Umlauf.

Mexic-Arte Museum

The Mexic-Arte Museum features traditional and contemporary Latin American, Mexican, and Latino culture and art.

The Contemporary Austin Jones Center

The Contemporary Austin Jones Center showcases a unique collection of conceptual, creative and contemporary art.

Congress Avenue Bridge

The Congress Avenue Bridge is popular for the bats that roost below the bridge.

Elisabet Ney Museum

The Elisabet Ney Museum features works by portrait sculptor Elizabeth Ney of nineteenth century, along with some of the personal things and other memorabilia.

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People and Culture of Austin

Austin is popular for its art and culture scene. The city has culture of its own. The city is eco-friendly and health-conscious, and it is considered as one of the fittest cities in the United States. Austin has a friendly and welcoming environment. The people are active, and enjoy being outdoors. The people preserve the city’s culture and beauty, thus shaping the future of the city. The cost of living in Austin is affordable and quality of life in Austin is superb.

Time Zones and Phone Codes of Austin

Austin is in the Central Time Zone.

Standard time zone: UTC/GMT -6 hours (Central Standard Time)
Daylight saving time: 1 hour
Current time zone offset: UTC/GMT -5 hour (Central Daylight Time)
Time zone abbreviation: CDT

Phone Codes of Austin
Austin Area Code: 512

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Best time to Visit Austin

The best time to visit Austin, Texas is during the months of September through May, when the temperature is somewhere around 70 and 80 degrees. Austin has extremely hot summer, generally with temperature between 90-100 degrees. This ain’t the best time to visit Austin. Winters in Austin are relatively mild and dry.
The fall and spring months are the best time to visit Austin, and to enjoy the bustling city. Everyone is out and about!

Festivals are the vital part of the city’s culture. The city is home to some of the best film and music festivals, such as South by Southwest, the Austin Film festival, Austin City Limits, and many more. So plan your trip accordingly to attend a festival that interests you.

Some of the popular festivals in Austin are:
-South by Southwest (March)
-Star of Texas Fair and Festival (March)
-Austin Fine Arts Festival (April)
-Austin City Limits Music Festival (September)
-Austin Film Festival (October)
-Halloween on 6th Street (October)
-Armadillo Christmas Bazaar (December)

Map of Austin