DiscoverAustin

The majestic Treaty Oak is beautiful and historic. Learn all about it in this episode of Discover Austin. Discover Austin explores the culture of Central Texas. We visit landmarks, events, restaurants, history, and much more. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com

Southeast of Austin, in Cedar Creek, is the Dinosaur Park. It's home to more than 30 life-sized dinosaurs and the location of this episode of Discover Austin. Discover Austin explores the culture of Central Texas. We visit landmarks, events, restaurants, history, and much more. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com

A festival dedicated to barbecue? Yes, please! I recently attended this year's BBQ Fest, and stuffed myself full of barbecue, for this episode of Discover Austin. Discover Austin explores the culture of Central Texas. We visit landmarks, events, restaurants, history, and much more. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com

I had Michael Zook take a road trip to the Gristmill River Restaurant & Bar in the Historic Gruene District for this special Road Trip Eats episode of Discover Austin. Discover Austin explores the culture of Central Texas. We visit landmarks, events, restaurants, history, and much more. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com

If you aren't from Texas, it's likely you've never heard of a Homecoming Mum. So, for this episode of Discover Austin we're discussing everything you should know about this big Texas tradition. Discover Austin explores the culture of Central Texas. We visit landmarks, events, restaurants, history, and much more. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com

For our latest episode of Discover Austin, I went to Uncommon Objects to browse their collection of unique items. Whether you're looking for something antique or perhaps a taxidermy critter, Uncommon Objects is a good place to begin your search. Discover Austin explores the culture of Central Texas. We visit landmarks, events, restaurants, history, and much more. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com

Amy's Ice Creams is a homegrown Austin success story so I was very excited to visit them for this episode - and of course, to eat some ice cream. Discover Austin explores the culture of Central Texas. We visit landmarks, events, restaurants, history, and much more. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com

For this episode of Discover Austin, Michael Zook and I are at Odd Duck for what he thinks is one of the best burgers in Austin. I must agree, it's delicious! You can find Michael's Best Burgers of 2019 list on his website: https://www.zookeatsaustin.com/work#/... Discover Austin explores the culture of Central Texas. We visit landmarks, events, restaurants, history, and much more. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com

All over the city of Austin you'll find public art. Some is obvious while others are "hidden in plain sight." I invite you to head out and discover your favorite pieces. Discover Austin explores the culture of Central Texas. We visit landmarks, events, restaurants, history, and much more. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com

We're about an hour south of Austin in the Historic District of Gruene for this road trip episode of Discover Austin. Discover Austin explores the culture of Central Texas. We visit landmarks, events, restaurants, history, and much more. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com

If you’ve never been to Hamilton Pool, you are missing out on one of Central Texas’ most beautiful sites. It’s a great place to spend a few hours and get away from your normal routine. Discover Austin explores the culture of Central Texas. We visit landmarks, events, restaurants, history, and much more. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com

Ranked #1 on Texas Monthly's 2017 list of Best Barbecue in Texas, Snow's BBQ is just an hour east of Austin, and certainly worth the drive! Michael Zook is with us again for this episode Discover Austin. Discover Austin explores the culture of Central Texas. We visit landmarks, events, restaurants, history, and much more. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com

Let's race out to the Circuit of the Americas for this episode of Discover Austin. Discover Austin explores the culture of Central Texas. We visit landmarks, events, restaurants, history, and much more. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com

I recently toured the Texas Governor's mansion, just a few steps from the Capitol, for this episode of Discover Austin. Discover Austin explores the culture of Central Texas. We visit landmarks, events, restaurants, history, and much more. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com

Red Bud Isle Park is not specifically a dog park but a designated off-leash area. Keep in mind, you don't have to bring a dog to enjoy the park or to watch the dogs swim and play. Discover Austin explores the culture of Central Texas. We visit landmarks, events, restaurants, history, and much more. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com

Blues on the Green has been bringing blues (and other genres of music) to Austin since 1990. It’s laid back, family friendly, and the city's largest free concert series! Discover Austin explores the culture of Central Texas. We visit landmarks, events, restaurants, history, and much more. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com

Quality Seafood has been an Austin staple since 1938. Their goal has always been to supply Central Texans with the freshest seafood possible and, still today, they're doing exactly that. Discover Austin explores the culture of Central Texas. We visit landmarks, events, restaurants, history, and much more. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com

This episode of Discover Austin is all about the Republic of Texas Rally, the largest biker event in Texas. Whether you ride a motorcycle or not, ROT Rally is an event to be experienced. Discover Austin explores the culture of Central Texas. We visit landmarks, events, restaurants, history, and much more. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com

This tranquil installment of Discover Austin takes us to the Zilker Botanical Garden with several themed gardens and include both native and exotic plants. Near Barton Springs, we find that this is one of our favorite things to do in Austin, Texas! Discover Austin explores the culture of Central Texas. We visit landmarks, events, restaurants, history, and much more. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com

For this episode of Discover Austin, I visited the Domain in north Austin, a mixed-use development comprised of shops, restaurants, residential living, and office space. It sits on land once owned by IBM and its name stems from what was originally planned for that land. Discover Austin explores the culture of Central Texas. We visit landmarks, events, restaurants, history, and much more. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com

While Chinese food and barbecue don't seem like they should be paired together, Din Ho Chinese BBQ is here to prove that they should! Local food blogger, Michael Zook and I went to enjoy their specialty dishes for this episode of Discover Austin Eats. Discover Austin explores the culture of Central Texas. We visit landmarks, events, restaurants, history, and much more. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com

Whether you're in town for the weekend, or you've been here for years, spend an evening at the theater with Esther's Follies, a fast-paced variety show that's been a staple on 6th Street since 1977. Discover Austin explores the culture of Central Texas. We visit landmarks, events, restaurants, history, and much more. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com

"Keep Austin Weird" has been around for some time now, but where did it originate? This Discover Austin episode explores who first uttered the iconic phrase and what it went on to represent for our city. Discover Austin explores the culture of Central Texas. We visit landmarks, events, restaurants, history, and much more. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com

I'm in the suburb of Round Rock, located to the north of Austin. The origin of the city's name is very literal, find out exactly where it comes from in this episode of Discover Austin. Discover Austin explores the culture of Central Texas. We visit landmarks, events, restaurants, history, and much more. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com

The Congress Avenue bridge is home to the largest colony of Mexican Free-Tailed bats in North America. Join the spectators lining the bridge to observe the bats emerge as they begin their search for insects on this episode of Discover Austin. Over the course of the series, we'll cover everything from landmarks and events to restaurants and icons. Craig Smyser, 1835 Realty 512-650-7300 Craig@RealEstateInAustin.com