Check Out 17 of the Most Insta-worthy Places in Austin

Austin is quickly becoming one of the hottest travel destinations in the nation. Bachelors and bachelorettes, food and fashion bloggers, and weekend road-trippers are flocking here by the dozens. And they’re posting all about it on Instagram.

So whether you live here or are coming to visit, make sure to check out 17 of the most Insta-worthy places in Austin.

1/ Franklin Barbecue

A photo posted by Gordon Ramsay (@gordongram) on Oct 22, 2016 at 2:00pm PDT

When the best chefs and celebrities come to Austin for BBQ, they go to Franklin. Even they have to wait in the famous line, so arrive prepared. Bring a cooler, friends and maybe even some reading material. The meat is worth the wait.

900 E. 11th St. – Website

2/ Jo’s Coffee

A photo posted by Jo’s Coffee (@joscoffee) on Oct 6, 2016 at 9:14am PDT

Arguably the most photographed street art in Austin is the “I love you so much“ wall at Jo’s Coffee. It’s popular with engaged couples, festival goers and Double-O-Sevens. Come for the photo op; stay for the Turbo (best iced coffee in the world).

1300 S. Congress Ave. – Website

3/ Torchy’s Tacos

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When Obama came to town, he ordered a Republican, a Democrat and an Independent from Torchy’s. Tacos for all.

Multiple locations – Website

4/ Via 313

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Ah, the peace of pizza–it brings everyone together. Even New York style pizza joint, Homeslice, gives respect to Via 313’s deep dish Detroit goodness.

Multiple locations – Website

–> Read more: “5 Best Pizza Joints in Austin”

5/ Gourdough’s

A photo posted by Kedzie T. (@kedziet) on Oct 18, 2016 at 6:47am PDT

Yup. That’s a doughnut on a salad. If you really want a reaction from your followers, order the Drunken Hunk. It’s a doughnut topped with meatloaf wrapped in bacon, then topped with a fried egg, candied jalapeno and barbecue sauce.

Multiple locations – Website

6/ 6th Street

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You’re guaranteed to run into a musician or two (real or not) on 6th Street. There’s a west and east side to 6th, so school yourself with the articles below so you can act like you’ve been there before.

• Guide to Austin’s Dirty Sixth Street
• Guide to Austin’s East Sixth Street
• Guide to Austin’s West Sixth Street

7/ Rainey Street District

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Beer! Glorious beer.

Start at the intersection of Rainey Street and Driskill Street and work your way south

8/ Clarksville

A photo posted by Monica Smith (@monicaksmith) on Nov 19, 2016 at 9:24am PST

Some people order avocado toast just because it looks fancy. At Josephine House in Clarksville, your pretty-as-a-picture brunch is probably going to be one of the best meals you’ve every had. There are some really amazing restaurants in this quaint neighborhood of Clarksville, which is west of downtown.

–>Read more: “3 Prix Fixe Dining Options in Austin’s Clarksville Neighborhood”

9/ South Congress (SoCo)

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The O.G. of neighborhood revitalization, “SoCo” offers quirky shops, plenty of restaurants, food trailers and boutique hotels.

Between Nellie Street and West Annie Street on South Congress Avenue

10/ East Austin

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Nothing makes ‘grammers tap that Like heart more than supporting local. Add a musical instrument and some hipsters to the pic, and you’ve got a post trifecta.

HOPE Farmers’ Market is located at 412 Comal St. – Website

–>Read more: “Get to Know These 9 Austin Farmers’ Markets”

11/ Texas State Capitol Building

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The Texas State Capitol offers free daily tours and is a great spot for picnics and Easter egg hunts.

1100 Congress Ave. – Website

–>Read more: “Creative Ways to Explore the Texas State Capitol in Austin”

12/ The Oasis on Lake Travis

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Hands down, the best spot in Travis County for sunset views is The Oasis!

6550 Comanche Trail – Website

13/ Barton Springs

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When the temperatures hit triple digits in Austin, Barton Springs is where the cool kids go to get even cooler.

2201 Barton Springs Road – Website

–>Read more: “Guide to Barton Springs Pool, Soul of Austin”

14/ Zilker Park

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Home to Austin City Limits Fest and Blues on the Green, Zilker Park is a city treasure. When there isn’t a festival there, visit with your four-legged friend, participate in a boot camp or fly a kite.

2100 Barton Springs Road – Website

–>Read more: “Guide to Austin’s Zilker Park for Every Season of the Year”

15/ Stevie Ray Vaughan Statue

A photo posted by jojoaustin (@jojoaustin) on Jan 4, 2017 at 12:51pm PST

Pay homage to one of the great singer-songwriters of our time.

Riverside Drive and South First Street

16/ Hotel Saint Cecilia Pool

A photo posted by Hotel Saint Cecilia (@hotelsaintcecilia) on Aug 11, 2015 at 9:40am PDT

Yeah, this is where the pretty people “find inspiration.”

112 Academy Dr. – Website

17/  Congress Avenue Bat Bridge

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It might smell a little funny while you’re there, but it’s pretty much a rite of passage to see the bats fly over the Congress Avenue bridge.

Congress Avenue between Cesar Chavez Street and West Riverside Drive

–>Read more: “Guide to Bat Season in Austin”

 

@AdriennePurdue wants to know:

What’s your favorite Insta-worthy place in Austin?