Posts tagged Austin
Top 50 Instagram and TikTok Spots in Austin, Texas

The Texas capital city of Austin has quickly become one of America’s favorite vacation spots. It’s a city like no other with its vibrant music scene, diverse food options and laid-back atmosphere, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Austin is a melting pot for so many things that otherwise would seem completely unrelated. It's got the quirky hipster vibe of Brooklyn combined with the old west western vibe of Texas and then add the modern techie groove of San Francisco. They say "keep Austin weird" and an endearing version of weird is really the best word to describe it.

As you walk through the popular Austin neighborhoods and streets, you’ll see so many Instagrammable spots. Austinites (the official name of local Austin inhabitants) love colorful and ironic public art and murals. They also really love letter boards with whimsical and sassy quips and quotes.

For the foodies, the trendy Austin neighborhoods have so many Instagrammable restaurants, beer gardens, food trucks, coffee shops and more. There’s definitely a culture around eating and enjoying a meal with friends in Austin.

In this guide I will direct you to the best areas in Austin to take cute photos for Instagram and shoot Tiktok videos. Sharing is caring - by posting your travels and adventures on social media you are both inspiring others and helping to promote small entrepreneurs and businesses.

Finally, for first time visitors, if you think you know what Austin has in store for you, you will quickly find out that this city cannot be predicted!

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Top 20 Weird and Fun Activities for Adults in Austin, TX

Austin is all over everybody's radar right now. It's got a unique blend of hipster cool, bohemian western and a touch of weird which can't be found anywhere else. With endless options for good food, shopping and funky hangout spots, Austin has established itself as a go-to destination for those seeking a getaway jam-packed with new experiences and some adventure.

The always entertaining city of Austin makes for an excellent destination friends trip because there’s just so much to see and do. This guide is filled with more unique and alternative ideas for those who want a relaxing and off the beaten path trip. I give you a lot of outdoor-friendly options, foodie favorites and even adult crafting fun!

Side note, I am very fortunate that both my parents and sister live in Austin, giving me the perfect local guides when I visit. Although I live in Sacramento, California, I have been to Austin more times than I can count and spent several long stretches of time crashing with family. This blog post is filled with all the fun things I’ve done over the years in Austin. These photos were taken over the course of 10 years, but all the content is current up to the year 2022!

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Top 15 Photo Sessions Spots Inside Zilker Botanical Gardens in Austin, Texas

Tucked away in Austin you'll find the most calming and tranquil escape. The Zilker Botanical Garden is a hidden gem next to Barton Springs Park. The gardens span 28 acres and they welcomes over 300,000 annual visitors through its gorgeous gardens.

As you adventure through the trails you'll come across a variety of different habitats and scenery. As you look up, blue jays jump around between tree branches and below butterflies flutter about amidst the flowers. You really couldn’t pick a more serene and nature inspired place to have professional photos taken.

In this blog post I’ll break down the best photo spots to plan your photo shoot with a photographer inside Zilker Botanical Garden. Each one has its own vibe and provide different types of natural backdrops. At the bottom of the blog post there’s also answers to frequently asked questions about visiting and taking professional photos inside the gardens.

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