Day Trips from Austin

Austin is the gateway to the Texas Hill Country — rolling limestone hills, wildflower-covered meadows (spring), German-heritage towns, legendary BBQ, and natural swimming holes carved from limestone.

San Antonio — 1.5 Hours South

The River Walk, the Alamo, and one of the best Tex-Mex food scenes in Texas. Walk the riverfront, visit the missions (UNESCO World Heritage Site), and eat at Mi Tierra or the Pearl District restaurants.