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3-day itinerary

The Perfect 3 Days in Austin

9 handpicked stops Route-optimized Where to eat

A balanced 3-day plan for Austin, built around its top-rated sights and ordered so each day flows without backtracking — with a bite to eat and travel times between every stop. Like it? Make it your own in a couple of taps.

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DAY 1

The Big Highlights

  1. Barton Springs Pool

    Morning

    Barton Springs Pool

    Dive into spring-fed, crystal-clear waters at Austin's beloved outdoor pool nestled along Barton Creek.

    8 min walk · 0.6 km to the next stop
  2. Zilker Park

    Afternoon

    Zilker Park

    Sprawling riverside park beloved by locals for festivals, swimming, and sun-soaked outdoor adventures.

    11 min drive · 2.4 km to the next stop
  3. Paramount Theatre

    Evening

    Paramount Theatre

    A stunning 1915 atmospheric theatre hosting world-class performances in the heart of Austin.

Where to eat: Uchi — Japanese — a well-loved local spot.

DAY 2

Culture & Icons

  1. Saint Mary Cathedral

    Morning

    Saint Mary Cathedral

    Austin's oldest church, a stunning Gothic cathedral gracing the city since the 19th century.

    5 min walk · 0.4 km to the next stop
  2. Texas State Capitol

    Afternoon

    Texas State Capitol

    Towering stone grandeur in the heart of Austin—explore Texas history beneath a magnificent copper dome.

    10 min walk · 0.8 km to the next stop
  3. Blanton Museum of Art

    Evening

    Blanton Museum of Art

    UT Austin's stunning museum showcases world-class art from ancient to contemporary in a striking five-story landmark.

Where to eat: Franklin Barbecue — Barbecue — a well-loved local spot.

DAY 3

Parks & Slower Moments

  1. Austin

    Morning

    Austin

    Ellsworth Kelly's final work — a breathtaking stone chapel filled with radiant colored glass and serene beauty.

    9 min drive · 1.7 km to the next stop
  2. Esther's Follies

    Afternoon

    Esther's Follies

    Austin's beloved comedy institution blending magic, satire, and music for unforgettable late-night laughs.

    7 min walk · 0.5 km to the next stop
  3. French Legation State Historic Site

    Evening

    French Legation State Historic Site

    Explore Texas's only foreign diplomatic building, a charming 1840s French legation with rich frontier history.

Where to eat: 1618 Asian Fusion — Asian — a well-loved local spot.

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