It can be hard to keep up with all the things going on around town. There are plenty of sites that aim to help you figure out what is going on in Austin any night of the week (In fact, here is our list of them). But that isn’t what this post is about. These are the classic timeless things that you need to do before you can say you have ‘done Austin’. The things that two people from Austin who meet somewhere else ask each other about and the things you should definitely do if you only have limited time in our fair city.

Consider this a Cliff Note’s version of Austin.

As always, please let me know in the comments if you think I should add anything.

Anytime things (Weather Permitting)

From the super-touristy to more local spots

Of course, you should spend at least one night going from bar to bar on 6th Street

Seasonal Things

These may require a bit more planning since they are only available at certain times of year

Food

What and where to eat before you leave