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Austin 3-Day Itinerary
The perfect long weekend in Austin. Three days of must-see attractions, local favorites, and insider tips — from $75 to $430 per day.
Trip Overview
Duration
3 Days
Best Time
March to May, October to November
Budget Cost
$225
Mid-Range
$510
1
Day 1
6th Street live music
6th Street live music, Texas State Capitol tour, Congress Bridge bat watching at dusk
Estimated cost: $170 (mid-range)
2
Day 2
Barton Springs Pool
Barton Springs Pool, South Congress Avenue, breakfast taco tour of East Austin
Estimated cost: $170 (mid-range)
3
Day 3
Lady Bird Lake kayak
Lady Bird Lake kayak, Rainey Street bars, Franklin Barbecue (arrive by 8am)
Estimated cost: $170 (mid-range)
Total 3-Day Cost Estimate
Budget
$225
$75/day x 3 days
Mid-Range
$510
$170/day x 3 days
Luxury
$1290
$430/day x 3 days
Insider Tips
- ✓Eat breakfast tacos daily — Juan in a Million, Veracruz All Natural, and Valentina's are the gold standard
- ✓Watch 1.5 million bats emerge from Congress Avenue Bridge at dusk (March-November)
- ✓Swim at Barton Springs Pool in Zilker Park — natural spring-fed pool open year-round for $5
- ✓SXSW (March) and ACL Fest (October) mean hotel prices triple — book months ahead or avoid those weeks
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