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    14 Other Fun Things To Do In Austin While You're In Town For SXSW

    No conference pass required.

    1. Devour the breakfast tacos from Veracruz All Natural.

    2. Try a moon milk latte from Summer Moon Coffee.

    3. Hit up Micklethwait Craft Meats for some delicious barbecue and free (!!) beer.

    4. Treat yourself to a boozy ice cream flight from Prohibition Creamery.

    5. Dip your toes in Barton Springs.

    6. Then take a walk down to Lou Neff Point for an excellent view of the Austin skyline.

    7. Fill up on the Don Juan El Taco Grande — a giant breakfast taco — from Juan In A Million.

    8. Eat some coma-inducing Southern food from Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill.

    9. Take a ride around the city in a pedicab.

    10. Attempt to finish one of the massive doughnuts from Gourdoughs.

    11. Chill out in the garden at Gueros and listen to some live music.

    12. Pose for a touristy-but-cute photo in front of the graffitied wall near Jo's Coffee.

    13. Sample some unusual ice cream flavors at Lick Honest Ice Creams.

    14. Dig into a plant-based burger from Arlo's.

    For more ideas, check out 35 Things Everyone Should Do In Austin, Texas, Before They Die.