12 ROMANTIC THINGS TO DO IN AUSTIN FOR COUPLES

Without a doubt, Austin is an awesome choice for a romantic excursion!  

GO HIKING WITH YOUR SWEETHEART

Going hiking in Austin is the most quintessential local activity! Take your significant other on a hike in one of the many parks and green belt areas.

LOUNGE AROUND ZILKER PARK

Zilker Park is Austin’s main downtown park! Spread over 350 acres in the heart of downtown.

What is more romantic than having to maneuver a kayak with your partner? After your picnic, rent a kayak to enjoy Lady Bird Lake, also called Town Lake. 

KAYAK ON TOWN LAKE

The Congress Avenue bridge that spans Lady Bird Lake is home to the largest urban bat colony in North America! 

WATCH THE BATS AT SUNSET!

This is the closest thing that Austin has to a beach. If sun bathing or boating is what you’re after for your romantic getaway, definitely check out Lake Travis. 

HEAD TO LAKE TRAVIS

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