What to do During the Day
There is so much to do you seriously can’t go wrong! There are so many outdoor activities you can do on the Lady Bird Lake that runs through downtown Austin. You can rent kayaks or paddle boards or take a small boat tour. We opted for walking along the lake on Lady Bird Lake Trail and it was absolutely gorgeous! We walked on the opposite side of the lake that faced downtown. It is such a great view of downtown and kind of helps you get your feel for the city’s layout.
Zilker park is another great area to check out! There are so many parks but Zilker is most famous for hosting the ACL festival that happens in the fall every year.
You can also float the river in the summer. There are tons of spots to do this but this is one I’ve done before a few years ago for a friend’s birthday. It’s BYOB, dog friendly and a great way to spend a hot afternoon. You can find more information here.
I’ve also gone to Austin in the past and spent time on Lake Austin and Lake Travis and rented a boat with a big group for the day! Here is a smaller group company here and a bigger group rental where you can rent a barge here! Pics from past Austin trips floating the river and on Lake Austin below!