3 days in Austin Itinerary

Despite its laid-back college vibe, Austin is an influential center for politics, technology, film, and music.

Do your shopping at 6th Street and South Congress Avenue. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Texas State Capitol and The Driskill. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Austin: Texcetera (in Johnson City), Fredericksburg (National Museum of the Pacific War & Grape Creek Vineyards on Main) and Garrison Brothers Distillery (in Hye). Next up on the itinerary: see the interesting displays at LBJ Presidential Library, admire the masterpieces at The Blanton Museum of Art, and view the masterpieces at Harry Ransom Center.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Austin route planner.

In October, daily temperatures in Austin can reach 85°F, while at night they dip to 62°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sat) so you can travel back home.