When you are in the city of Austin, you don’t need to go far in order to see and explore the breathtaking sights. Right within the heart of the city, you can expose yourself and your family and friends into its amazing beauty. There are so many gorgeous places that you can see and below are just some of the top destinations that you should visit.
The Capitol Building in Austin is one prominent landmark that you should see. This building is architecturally amazing with its grand staircase, Terrazo mosaic and beautiful dome. It is said that this building is even taller than the US Capitol Building. It houses the offices of the governor and other legislators. You can tour its indoor area for free as well as do picnics or take a walk on its grounds.
If you want to explore natural sights then off you go to the Lady Bird Lake. In the lake, you can do a myriad of activities such as kayaking, canoeing and dragon boating since motorized watercraft is highly-prohibited. The Lady Bird Lake is a major recreation area in Austin which is surrounded by the popular Hike and Bike Trail where lots of people frequent to exercise and spend a quiet time.
Finally, your Austin visit will never be complete if you can’t set foot on Sixth Street. This downtown attraction is a historic entertainment area in Austin. It is home to many bars, music venues, strip clubs, restaurants and shopping destinations. It also plays host to festivals like the South by Southwest and Pecan Street Festival.
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