Austin is the capital city of the U.S. state of Texas and the county seat of Travis County. Located in Central Texas on the eastern edge of the American Southwest, it is the fourth-largest city in Texas and the fifteenth most populous city in the United States. It was the third-fastest-growing large city in the nation from 2000 to 2006. Austin has a population of 786,386 (2009 U.S. Census estimate). The city is the cultural and economic center of the Austin–Round Rock–San Marcos metropolitan area, with a population of over 1.7 million, making it the 35th-largest metropolitan area in the United States.
Austin - Despite being the capital of Texas and one of the fastest growing cities in the U.S., Austin somehow manages to retain its small-town feel. Locals and visitors can experience the magic and southern charm of this city all year round with endless events and activities just waiting to be explored. Home to a dynamic art scene, a culinary scene unlike anywhere else and the best live music in the country, Austin is a must-see destination. Here’s our top picks of things to do in Austin that everyone will enjoy.
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