Spending a weekend in Austin on a quick getaway is a great way to get to know the Texas capital. Get ready to rock in the city that’s known as the Live Music Capital of the World and one of the best cities in the US!
Two days in Austin is just enough to check out some of the sights and enjoy the great outdoors by day. Come nightfall, it’s time to dive into the city’s famous culinary and live music scenes.
It’s definitely one of my favorite cities I’ve visited in the US and I’ve been all over the place! A city with a love for live music, tacos, and craft beer is basically my dream come true.
The Perfect 2 Day Itinerary for a Weekend in Austin
While Austin is the state capital, it’s actually only the 4th biggest city in Texas. The fact that it’s not a huge city makes it easy to cover a lot of ground with just a weekend in Austin.
In keeping with the city’s unofficial slogan “Keep Austin Weird,” I also encourage you to improvise a bit with this Austin 2-day itinerary.
Hear some funky music from a bar? Pop in to check the band out. Smell something delicious? Wander over to that food truck. Meet some cool locals? See where they like to hang out.
Read on for a look at the best places to stay and a jam-packed itinerary full of recommendations for how to spend 2 days in Austin.
Day 1 in Austin
With only two days in Austin, there’s no time to waste! On the first day, I’ll focus on the history and culture of the city during the day before indulging in the culinary and nightlife attractions of Austin.
Morning
I can’t think of any better way to kick off a weekend in Austin than with breakfast tacos. This is a city obsessed with breakfast tacos, and why wouldn’t they be?
Tex-Mex is king here, with a typical breakfast taco consisting of a flour tortilla stuffed with scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, melted cheese, and seasoned potatoes. Of course, each place has its own specialty tacos as well.
There are a million and one places to eat breakfast tacos in Austin, but some of the top choices include Cisco’s, Joe’s Bakery, and Rosita’s Al Pastor. Valentina’s Tex Mex BBQ is a bit of a hike but is worth it, as they’re often ranked the best in the city.
For a fun and informative introduction to the city, I recommend jumping on a free walking tour. One popular option is the downtown walking tour by Tipster. These run daily at 10 AM and last about two hours, beginning at the State…
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