AustinItinerary
Written By Catherine Kennedy
If you’ve chosen Austin for your bachelorette party, you are one smart bride! In a city known for its live music, tons of nightlife, and outdoor activities, you and your closest friends are sure to have a weekend to remember (or not, depending on how many mimosas are consumed at brunch).
Now that you’ve selected your destination, you’re welcome to refer to our Austin bachelorette party itinerary in the process of planning a seamless bach weekend. Feel free to switch some things out or move the timeframe around!
Thursday
4 pm Welcome to Austin!
Check in to your hotel or AirBnB and get ready to explore the city!
7:30 pm Taste of Texas
ATX Cosina is traditional Mexican food you want to be sure to try!
The dishes and drinks are created with with respect for the Mexican tradition and then molded into the Cosina’s own vision
The focus on quality ingredients extends to the bar as well, which features organic agaves and curated tequilas and mezcals sourced from Mexico
9:30 pm walk off dinner
And head back to your place, perhaps stopping at Amy’s ice cream, about a half mile away from ATX Cosina
With over 350 flavors in rotation, you’re sure to satisfy your sweet tooth
Unwind and get a good nights sleep (you’ll thank me at yoga tomorrow morning).
Friday
9 am Detox to Retox withThe Balanced Bachelorette
Your instructor arrives at your Airbnb for an hour-long customized private bachelorette yoga session, complete with a Mimosa Bar and a playlist of the bride's favorite tunes. You’ll be refreshed and recharged to take on the town.
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11 am Rent a Boat or paddleboard!
Austin Rental Boats is the #1 boat rental service in the city.
From Pontoon Rentals, Ski Boats and Party Barges, ARB has great prices, clean boats, and safe captains.
The double decker barge with a slide can safely provide fun for up to 22 people! (Also offers a Floating Beer Pong Table with cups and balls).
1 pm Leisurely Lunch
Walk over to Otherside Deli, #1 on the list of The Austin Insider’s “Best D*mn Sandwiches in Austin.”
Stick with the classic Otherside Sandwich- Turkey, Russian, and Coleslaw on Toasted Rye
Feel free to get it to-go, walk over to Bailey Neighborhood Park, and enjoy the fresh air with your local grub!
3 pm Recharge
Relax on your private deck, sip a Nomadic Beerworks Beer (one of the most popular breweries in Austin), and maybe have a fun photo shoot! Sometimes when you have an activity-packed weekend, you forget to capture any of the moments.
6 pm Dinner in Tokyo
At the Lucky Robot- a chic option for Tokyo-inspired street fare including Asian tacos, sushi & dumplings, plus sake punch.
You have to get a round (or three!) of the crispy Barbacoa dumplings, with mango, chipotle, and white scallion.
They also source their poultry, beef and pork from local farms and cooperatives using sustainable and regenerative ranching practices. It’s a win for everyone!
7 Pm Head Across the Street
To the Continental Club, an internationally acclaimed concert venue known for launching the careers of the likes of Stevie Ray Vaughan
Founded in 1955, the legendary Continental Club celebrates over 60 years as one the oldest continuously running clubs in all of Austin
Continue to bar hop on the lively South Congress Avenue
Saturday
10am Foreign and Domestic Brunch
The fun, hip atmosphere of this restaurant makes it one of Austin’s coolest spots for Sunday brunch!
Chefs Nathan Lemley and Sarah Heard are two of the most celebrated culinary talents in the city. Keep it “simple” and just go for their pancakes. You must.
12 pm Explore Austin in Style
With the Austin Pedal Party, which provides the premiere bar bike & pedal pub-style tour of Austin.
The pedal tour guides can help you turn it up to 11 with bass-thumping music, laughs, and world-class entertainment
They also know the area better than anyone else, so you can get cool local tips and insight into the heart of Austin
Sip and ride your way into some fun memories!
3 pm Hit downtown
You can either keep the drinks flowing at any of the numerous downtown bars
And/or
Shop! Especially for vintage!
Featuring vintage clothing from the 1950s through Y2K, Stardust Vintage on Menchaca Road keeps a rotating series of inventory provided by a variety of vendors that are constantly changing and mixing up the selection
You know you gotta find a Texan denim jacket or pair of cute overalls to bring home with you
6 pm Fuel your Body
Under the Ol’ Oak tree At Perla’s Seafood and Oyster Bar
Perla's has Austin’s prettiest oak-shaded patio and a cozy airy dining room featuring a large saltwater fishtank, poured concrete oyster bar, and open kitchen.
You can’t leave without ordering their Crispy Gulf Snapper with lemon, spinach, and spicy Sofrito
The bar makes delicious coastal co*cktails and the wine list is stocked with fun sparkling, rosé & white wines.
8 pm Get Ready to Dance
At Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar (aka “The Texas Original House of Song”). Only 1.5 miles from Perla’s.
“It’s a one-of-a-kind beat bumpin’, mic droppin’, live entertainment experience where everyone is a part of the show.”
Pete’s has been around for over 30 years, inspiring anyone who walks through the door to get up and dance.
Sunday
10 am Re-fuel with a classic
Açaí bowls at Blenders and Bowls, a health-conscious cafe serving you some of the nutrients that were lost in that pitcher of mimosas the other day!
The founder’s fave is a blend of strawberry, açaí, banana, and apple juice.
Your sweet self deserves to add some local honey to the top.
11:30 am Embrace your sophistication
At the Contemporary Art Museum, Austin.
Choose from two locations: the historic Jones Center on Congress Avenue in downtown Austin or Laguna Gloria, a beautiful fourteen-acre art-in-nature site that includes the landmark Driscoll Villa, the Betty and Edward Marcus Sculpture Park, the Art School at Laguna Gloria, and the Moody Pavilions.
The Laguna Gloria location presents exhibitions and permanent outdoor art installations with a view of glorious Lake Austin.
2 pm Lunch it up
High on the list of Eater Austin’s “Excellent Lunch Destinations” is Easy Tiger.
All 3 of their locations provide indoor and outdoor seating.
They have tons of shareable starters, including the ever-popular Giant Pretzel, serve with Choice of Mustard, Beer Cheese or Salted Whipped Butter
7 pm Kick back
Prep dinner at home (or takeout!) and enjoy a relaxing final evening at your Airbnb. This is a perfect time to share photos and bond with your group once more before saying goodbye (until the wedding day, that is!).
THE NEIGHBORHOODS
Each neighborhood in Austin offers their unique appeal. Pleasant apartments in downtown Austin, eclectic houses in East Austin, historic abodes on South Congress, and Barton Springs’ cozy gathering places are among Austin’s greatest areas to stay.
Downtown
Congress Avenue, which begins in front of the pink-granite State Capitol building, is the focal point of Austin’s vibrant center. A lively downtown dwells on all sides of this long main street.
Downtown is marked with historic reminders of the creative frontier town Austin once was, but definitely check out the built-for-a-cattle-baron Driskill Hotel. From the elegant, timeless lobby, walk up the grand staircase and enter into old-world Texas at the hotel’s bar.
Head to South Congress Avenue for window-shopping at the quirky boutiques.
Downtown is also home to the famous “I love you so much” mural. Photo op, anyone?
East Austin
Perhaps the fastest growing neighborhood in Austin, the eclectic eastside is where old meets new and fresh eateries and boutiques are popping up on every corner.
Taste Argentina at Buenos Aires Café, a family-owned restaurant that celebrates Argentina's food and traditions. Chef Reina's menu features beloved family recipes and seasonal ingredients. They are the birthplace of homemade empanadas!
Check out Kitty Cohen’s, a Palm Springs-style joint with a patio pool and frosé on tap.
For shopping fair trade international art and jewelry, Corocoro store is perfect. Here you’ll find big bright colors, heavy signature pieces, and hand-crafted furniture.
Barton Creek
Barton Creek is a quiet, safe, upscale neighborhood in west Austin where you can shop, dine, and enjoy nature.
The Barton Creek Greenbelt and Zilker Park are close by with hiking and biking trails.
The UMLAUF Sculpture Garden + Museum exhibits the work of Charles Umlauf and other visual and performing artists in a museum and a garden setting.
Dine at Carve, an American grille situated amongst breathtaking hill country views.
Check out the sunset ad you sip hand-crafted mixology, non-alcoholic moxology and wines on tap.
Other Activities
Spa Party
Your escape awaits at Lake House Spa.
Explore their one-of-a-kind oasis, just 30 minutes from downtown Austin, including private suites, peaceful swimming pools, and the elegant Aster Café.
Amongst their offerings are traditional massage techniques ranging from Swedish to deep tissue to hot stone.
Rest and rejuvenate so you can go home feeling ready to take on wedding week!
Private Dance Class
Selfie, shake, shop! At Studio Goddess, hosting iconic babe bashes in their beautiful private event space located in Downtown Austin.
Experience includes: endless insta-worthy photo-ops; a private class of your choice; shopping the cutest souvenirs in their boutique.
Studio Goddess’ private parties are designed to provide a fun social experience in a safe and body-positive environment
Friendly for all ability levels, this dance class will inspire you to unleash your inner goddess!
Take a Breather at Emma Long Metropolitan Park
Bring your own picnic! (Or skip the food speed and keep it simple- champagne. But make sure to at least bring snacks).
On the shores of Lake Austin, this is known as one of the greatest parks in the city.
If you’re feeling active, hike up Turkey Creek Trailhead.
TRANSPORTATION
Busses
The MetroBus service is the go-to option to budget-mindfully see all that Austin has to offer.
Via the bus, you can get in and around downtown Austin, to and from the airport, out to some of the suburbs, like Round Rock, and around the UT campus.
Scooters
At just $1 to start, Bird provides dockless scooters to get you from point A to point B.
Walk
The downtown area is walkable and extremely safe (perfect for post-dinner strolls)!
RIdeshare
Like all major cities in the US, Lyft and Uber are a phone tap away.
WEATHER
While Austin stays warm and sunny nearly all year, the prime visiting months are September through November and March through May. During these pleasant fall and spring seasons, temperatures tend to hover between 70 and 80 degrees during the day.
In June through August, temperatures rise into the 90s and can often reach over 100 degrees. December through February is usually a quieter time to visit and offers a mild winter with temperatures that tend to average into the low 60s.
Spring
Springtime weather in Austin can be unpredictable, as rain may come and go.
Make sure to pack a raincoat (customized bride-tribe ones, perhaps??)
Generally highs in the 70s and 80s, with lows in the 50s or 60s at night.
Summer
Summertime in the Live Music Capital of the World means warm nights, bright lights, and live concerts.
Make sure to bring a hat and sunglasses, as temperatures can rise to the high 90’s.
Nighttime usually calls for low-mid 70’s.
Fall
Perfect balance of bright blue skies and mild temperatures
The cooler fall weather also makes Austin a great place to enjoy time outdoors, from hiking to biking, or sitting on the patio of a local brewery.
Can be as low as high 40’s at night to high 80’s during the day.
Winter
Thanks to the city’s mild weather, during the wintertime you’ll find plenty to do in Austin both indoors and out.
Dress in layers because you could need a coat in the morning but be in a tshirt by the afternoon.
Lows in the upper 30’s to highs in the low 60’s.
Austin Itinerary
Catherine Kennedy
Catherine is a certified yoga instructor and plant-based food creator. She has been teaching yoga since 2016 and is certified in vinyasa, yin, and sound healing.
When she is not on her mat, you can find her walking her Goldendoodle, riding her bike, or cooking nourishing meals for her family!
She has traveled the world, from Tanzania to Scandinavia to Central America, sharing her passions and connecting with like-minded individuals. She is passionate about helping others realize that their ability to feel and see beauty comes from within.
