Best Shopping Malls, Outlet and Places in Lake Austin Area

"The Harry Ransom Center has one of the largest archives of original manuscripts and other historical documents. It offers rotating exhibitions throughout the year, along with permanent displays, including The Niépce Heliograph, the actual oldest surviving photograph taken in 1826 in France, and a first edition of the Gutenberg Bible. With so much to see, you can only imagine what other treasures are housed in this mid-century structure."

"And, we mean ridiculous in a really awesome way: 42 million manuscripts, 5 million photographs, and 100,000 works of art. The permanent collection includes pieces like an original Gutenberg Bible, the first-ever photograph!. Other notable works include Frida Kahlo’s self-portrait and some 42 million manuscripts from the hand of everyone from Lord Byron to Albert Einstein’s calculation notes."

"University of Texas CampusHours: Always free Monday through Wednesday, and Fridays, 10am to 5pm; Thursdays, 10am to 5pm; and Saturdays and Sundays, noon to 5pmThe world’s first photograph and an original Gutenberg Bible both call the Harry Ransom Center home. You’ll just call it a cool place to hang on a Sunday."

"Looking like a town of its own, The Domain is a mixed-use mega development still under construction in north-west Austin’s high-tech corridor. The first phase was ready in 2007, and at the time of writing in November 2019, the third phase was well underway. On walkable streets with live oaks, cypress trees, low hedges and flowerbeds, the Domain has apartment and office blocks with restaurants, cafes and bars on their first floors."

"Anchored by Neiman Marcus, the Domain is one of the most unabashedly high-end shopping centers in Austin. In addition to Ralph Lauren and Macy’s, there are also several mid-priced stores, including Banana Republic and Dillard’s. Designed as a shopping destination, the center boasts three on-site hotels: Aloft Austin, Westin Austin at The Domain, and Lone Star Court."

"Thanks to incomparable cuisine, diverse local artists, and eclectic shopping, Austin is known as one of the most unique destinations in the country. The Domain is bringing the best of Austin to one single, urban location. The area offers impeccable restaurants and upscale shops anchored by Neiman Marcus, Macy's and Dillard's."

"This mall overlooking downtown Austin is the city's largest, so if your time's limited, it's a good bet for finding most everything you need. Inside, wood, leather, and tile impart a sense of permanence, a perfect complement to the quality goods you'll encounter at places like Sephora, Williams-Sonoma, Coach, and Talbots. Plenty of sit-down and quick-serve eateries pepper the mall, and anchors include Dillard's, Sears, JCPenney, Macy's, and Nordstrom."

"Barton Creek Square is an indoor shopping center that offers everything from bookstores to fashion boutiques. Whether you’re looking for a movie theater to enjoy the latest blockbusters or a food court to get your grub on, this mall has it all. It’s been recently renovated, too."

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Barton Creek Square (@bartoncreeksq)"

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. Twin Oaks Shopping Center serves as an important landmark and shopping destination in Austin. Check out the beautifully designed stores and enjoy shopping the modern way."

"Only a few miles south of downtown, this location is a great place to grab a bite to eat. With over six restaurants and a variety of shops and retailers, Brodie Oaks is one of the best outlet malls in Austin."

"This beautiful outdoor mall has tons of kid-friendly eating options for your little ones. Shop and then when you’re hungry, grab a bite from any of their eateries. 12700 Hill Country Blvd Ste, T-100, Bee Cave, hillcountrygalleria.com"

"Ao5 Gallery is Austin’s largest contemporary art gallery and has been committed to bringing a wide selection of accessible fine art to Austin for over 20 years. We are constantly changing our display of featured artists to attract new visitors and keep the gallery fresh. With multiple artists receptions and events each month, there is always something new to see and experience, even for frequent visitors."

"Art on 5th is one of Austin’s largest contemporary galleries. The unique space, with its museum-like setting spanning over 6,000 square feet, features an eclectic collection of modern and contemporary artworks by Texan, American and international artists. The gallery was opened in 1988 by Joe Sigel with a collection of works by renowned artists including Pablo Picasso and Andy Warhol."

"Ao5 Gallery is committed to representing an eclectic variety of accessible fine art that Austinites are immediately drawn to. They constantly change their display of featured artists to attract new visitors and keep the gallery fresh. With multiple artists receptions and events each month, there is always something new to see and experience, even for frequent visitors."

"Located in deep south Austin, Southpark Meadows is one of Austin’s newest shopping centers. Boasting abundant parking and well-manicured landscaping, the center has more than 90 stores. An outdoor stage hosts live music daily against a backdrop of beautiful old oak trees."

"An open-air shopping center with a twist, Southpark Meadows features retailers like Bed, Bath & Beyond, Super Target and Vans balanced with food choices like Carino’s Italian Restaurant and Chick-fil-A.… Read More"

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"Have dinner and drinks on Rainey Street, a charming block of residential bungalows transformed into trendy eateries and bars. Sample the small plates at the award-winning Emmer & Rye, and stop in for an expertly made martini at Clive Bar. Be sure to check out Anthem, which bills itself as a Tex-Asian pub (with tiki drinks!). And see the newly expanded Banger’s Sausage House & Beer Garden, which added a three-story annex featuring a huge outdoor tap wall, 5,000 square feet of outdoor porches and a smokehouse equipped for whole hog barbecues."

"Rainey Street is a neighborhood of day-drinking and brunch, a trailer park of food trucks, and on Sunday’s a live cover band at Icenhauers. Rock Rose is a street of hookah bars, clubs, and restaurants in the middle of an outdoor shopping mall where people go to party away from the 6th street crowd."

"Rainey Street is a unique collection of houses turned bars. It’s great place to hang out, especially during the day time, and specifically on a Sunday. It’s filled with awesome spots, like Clive Bar (cocktails), Craft Pride (craft beer), Bangers (sausage and beer), and Bungalow (just a cool bar)."

"Completed in 1888 using sunset-red granite, Texas’ state capitol is the largest in the US, backing up the familiar claim that everything’s bigger hereabouts. Tasked with creating a bigger space for the state... Museum in UT & Central Austin"

"Capitol Building – straight Texas brownstone architecture If you’re around for a UT football game, try to go (or at least tailgate). There aren’t any pro sports in Austin, so UT is treated like a pro team."

"The Texas State Capitol, established in 1888, is the Texan seat of government. Found in downtown Austin, it is within range of many other tourist hotspots, eateries, and shopping districts."

"Dolce Bacio was opened one year ago by an Italian couple newly planted in Texas. Prior to leaving Italy, Francesca and Dante trained at several top gelato schools, where they learned to make high quality products from scratch. “Our goal here is to offer the same quality and tradition you find in Italy, crossed with local flavors,” Francesca explained with gusto."

"The gelato truck offers up a bunch of to-go gelato, including a good number of vegan options. To-go orders can be placed in person, over the phone, or online, and there are deliveries within a three-mile radius."

"For a real sweet treat, check out the new french pastry house FoliePop’s. Located at Hill Country Galleria, they offer both sweet and savory treats with TONS of options. They have great coffee options too."

"10815 Ranch Rd 2222 Building 6 Suite 212, Austin, TX 78730 512-614-0146. “Great donuts, service is quick and you can tell the staff is hard working!!. ” “Super friendly staff and yummy doughnuts.” “I usually order a donut or two, iced chai, and a croissant or kolache.” – howdy-donut.edan.io"

"The South Austin doughnut shop’s array of, well, very sold doughnuts, both yeast and cake. Of the latter, the blueberry cake doughnut is a sure bet."

"Located in the Gateway Shopping Center, HaruSushi is one of those unassuming strip mall finds that locals return to again and again. Affordable and approachable for nigiri novices and veterans alike, this is where to get creative “specialty” rolls with names like Foxy Lady, Crimson Baby, Choo Choo, and First Kiss. There’s also bento-box lunch specials with tempura and other favorites during the week."

"9503 Research Blvd #500, Austin, TX 78759Details: upscale restaurant serving sushi and hot dishesWhat to get: bento box for lunch"

"The Ora Toro (King salmon belly) and Kampachi (Hawaiian amberjack) are the two most popular sushi dishes at this sleek restaurant in East Austin. The Sashimi Teaser is a beautifully presented plate featuring the chef’s picks for the day. The fish is so fresh and flavorful that the soy sauce and wasabi often go untouched."

"If you’re looking for the best informal sushi bars and restaurants in Austin, we recommend traveling to Fukumoto for drinks and snacks. This restaurant is a popular place to attend after work because of its delicious traditional Japanese sushi. Red snapper, Uni, ikura, wasabi oil ponzu"

"Reliably good sushi, approachable Japanese food, and a few Korean dishes in a classic, no-frills atmosphere is what you get at Osaka Mansun. Nothing too crazy, nothing too extravagant, just one of those places you can roll up to when you’re jonesing for a boatload of sushi or some Korean bibimbap."