6th Street: It would have better been known as Seventh Symphony or pulsating street. Irrespective of your age, you can't escape the magic and grandiose of monumental buildings of early 19th century now housing various cafe's, restaurants and shops will surely take you to your teens. One of the Austins best locality waiting to whet your appetite, both for food and music. The mellifluous tunes of latest and classical music (we recommend punk or jazz) and aromas of variety of foods emanating from these eateries (we recommend cajun cooking or deli) will mesmerize you Foot tapping music, tattoos, latest clothes lines and cosmetics makes 6th street what it is center of attraction of all tourists.
Texas
State Capital: One of the rarest of rare monuments which makes every American proud : Texas State Capitol architecture. Since 2nd March, 1885, Texas Independence day, the day the foundation laying day of this giant of a building, this monument is mute witness to many ups and downs of Texas, it is now the seat of Texas state legislature. This historical monument beside preserving the proud past, also a symbolizes human dignity in its highest form.
Surrounded by downtown commercial district on one side, Colorado river on the other, its illuminated dome is visible from the farthest vantage point anywhere in Austin,as it is against law to obstruct its view. For beyond being just a tourist attraction, it is a tribute paid by every visitor to the human values, American way of life, symbolized by the dome and cherished by one and all. They feel oneness with it as it also reflects the inner most feelings.
San Antonio
The Alamo:Mission San Antanio de Valero to day known as Alamo is a historical Church standing in the middle of the town. It was built in seventeenth century for preaching true principles of life. But its main role was to emerge in February - March 1836,witnessing the struggle of peace loving Texans against a self appointed tyrant Santa Anna of Mexico who wanted to spread his wings in whole of Texas. It stood shelter for hundreds rebellions who courageously fought the tyrannical rule till death from Alamo's foyer. The fall of Alamo spread like wild fire and inspired others texians to join the Houston Army. And under the able Sergent Sam Houston counter attack took place at San Jacinto near Houston resulting downfall of the forces of Santa Anna and a state of Republic of Texas was born.
River
Walk: Like every civilization, development of Texas has taken place mainly due to river San Antonio. Nurturing and cultivating the area, it has become a center of tourist attraction. Its sweeping landscape is enough to send anyone in tizzy. The eateries and wayside shopping areas on its banks are enough to elate your mood and energy.
Buda
Cabela's Buda:An Imposing structure covering 185,000 sq.ft. Of shopping area, situtaed between San Antonio, an eye ogling experience for visitors and shoppers. Its emphatic designed theme areas exhibiting realistic recreations of animals, trophy animals,and vast aquariums will leave you asking for more. Your visit to Austin would not be complete till you have visited Cabela's Buda.
Historic
Main Street: This area can as well be called the Ethnic Treasure Street. The shops and business houses in this area are vying with each other to offer you the rarest of rare antique souvenirs. It is the first and last resort for connoisseurs of golden past.
San Marcos
Aquarena
Springs: It a community center of which every human being will feel proud to be associated with as it is dedicated to educating the people about the importance of water.. Balcone's Fault, the fractured crust of earth, is ideal place for the Springs as it attracts water from nearby area and discharging about 200 million gallons of water daily. It is also last resort for the endangered spices who are on the verge of extinction due ever increasing demands of human being. These aquatic habitats requiring special conditions for survival such as of 72 Degree temperature and lime stone cleansed water are specially maintained here. Truly, this center is a real tribute to the nature and a warning signal for interfering with nature.
San
Marcos Outlet Malls: Divide in to two section Prime Outlet on northern side and Tanger outlet on the southern side, it houses hundreds of outlets with variety of wares on display. It leaves visitor wondering as to how efficiently numerous articles can be put on display without looking overcrowded.
New Braunfels
Schlitterbahn:As Aquarena Springs teaches you about preservation of water, Schlitterbahn informs you how to enjoy the water. Keeping up with the subdued German
culture prevailing in New Braunfels – Texas, from where it takes its seemingly odd name, it is something Hitler would never approve of. Situated on 70 miles stretch and two separate properties, it is segmented into six sections and further divided into four categories according to the depth of water you can handle, from shallow float on Comal river to rough rides in high tide waves amidst darkest chutes and falls thrilling to the hilt.
Gruene: This small and sleepy town founded in 1872 on cotton field bought by Henry Gruene and his family, is declared Historic town by the State of Texas. The house built by Gruenes is heavily influenced by English architectural designs. Named Gruene Mansion Inn, its galleries remind us Victorian era. This ancestral monument is listed in the National Register of Historic places. A must view for every visitor of Austin, one can't escape the serenity and greenery it offers.
