Top 10 Reasons To Visit Austin, TX.

Austin is home to many great things that should have you chomping at the bit to visit (just don't move here). Between the incredible live music scene, up and coming tech industry, food, food trucks, tacos, taco trucks and the incredible nightlife, Austin is the place to be.

Paul Qui... Enough Said

If your tastebuds are screaming for the goodness that heaven dropped upon us in the form of Paul Qui's food, then you need to dine at his new restaurant 'Qui' or the incredible food truck 'East Side Kings'. He is a gift to not only Austin but heck THE WORLD. Thank you Paul, we are not worthy.

Live Music Capital of THE WORLD

Over one hundred shows happen per week in Austin. Celebs like Willie (all hail), Justin Timberlake, Jay-Z, Fun., and VMA award winners Macklemore and Ryan Lewis have graced Austin stages. What, what, what are you doing? Get to Austin.

Bats, Bats, Bats!

Yes, Austinites are batty for bats. But hey these cute little guys are fighting the war against (their rivals and prey) the Texas mosquitos. We owe you one bats.

BBQ

You gotta get down to the Salt Lick and chow down on some famous Austin BBQ. The carbs don't count in Austin....

Barton Springs Pool

Barton Springs Pool is a little slice of paradise in Austin. Come take a dip in the natural spring fed pool and then try to tell us that Austin isn't the greatest place EVER.

We Know How to Party

Between dirty 6th, Rainey Street, and the warehouse district you're bound to have a good time in Austin. The nightlife is amazing with great bars, clubs, and DJs to keep you dancing all night!

Our Festivals Rock

Have you ever been to Austin City Limits, Bat Fest (yes we have a festival for our beloved), SXSW, or Fun Fun Fun Fest? No? What are you doing with your life?!

Hey girl....

From Willie Nelson, Sandra Bullock, Matthew McConaughey, to this little cutie above, Austin is a great place to 'bump into' a celebrity. Hey Ryan where you at?!

Float the River

Floating the river is a MUST when you visit Austin. NOTE: You can buy floating coolers at Academy. You're welcome friend.

Food Trucks

There is no better friend than a food truck at 3 am. From Paul Qui's (we are still not worthy) East Side Kings, Hey Cupcake!, Gordough's (doughnuts from heaven), to Kebabalicious (Turkish style wraps), our food trucks will match any 5 star restaurant any day.

There are SO many things to do and see in Austin. We know it can be overwhelming to soak in all of the awesomeness at once. Check out halfpastnow , a great event discovery website and mobile app (yes Androids too!) that can be the perfect wingman to this great city. So don't fret, you can tackle all of the cities greatness at once, just don't move here....

Check out halfpastnow for the 'it' in Austin!

halfpastnow.com / Via halfpastnow.com

Check out halfpastnow to discover the best events happening in Austin!