Whitney’s guidebook
Food scene
The Yard Milkshake Bar - Georgetown
940 W University AveFantastic Pizza and Wings - eat in here or use the "to go" annex at the 600 Degrees Market Place, a block away. Pizza slices "as big as your head"!
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600 Degrees Pizzeria
124 E 8th StFantastic Pizza and Wings - eat in here or use the "to go" annex at the 600 Degrees Market Place, a block away. Pizza slices "as big as your head"!
Willie's Grill & Icehouse
1301 S I-35 Frontage RdKid friendly! Perfect for large groups!
Mesquite Creek Outfitters
704 S Austin AveGreat Atmosphere!!
Great coffee, sandwiches and outdoor seating.
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Sweet Lemon Inn & Kitchen
812 S Church StGreat coffee, sandwiches and outdoor seating.
Best pancakes!! Or try the King's Ranch Chicken, or as local favorite Matthew McConaughey calls it, "a caschilada."
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Monument Cafe
500 S Austin AveBest pancakes!! Or try the King's Ranch Chicken, or as local favorite Matthew McConaughey calls it, "a caschilada."
Great pub with friendly staff and cool decor. Also a music venue featuring live entertainment, private events and the occasional music-bingo nights! Located in the historic town square and this building also houses the Day Tripper World Headquarters.
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Barrels and Amps
718 S Austin AveGreat pub with friendly staff and cool decor. Also a music venue featuring live entertainment, private events and the occasional music-bingo nights! Located in the historic town square and this building also houses the Day Tripper World Headquarters.
You might be surprised to find a strip mall restaurant on our list, but if you are craving Italian the food, this place is fantastic! This place is tiny, if you have a large party call ahead. Located in the Wolf Ranch shopping area, this is where you will find all the big box stores. Drive time, about ten minutes.
Milano Trattoria
1015 W University AveYou might be surprised to find a strip mall restaurant on our list, but if you are craving Italian the food, this place is fantastic! This place is tiny, if you have a large party call ahead. Located in the Wolf Ranch shopping area, this is where you will find all the big box stores. Drive time, about ten minutes.
We would be remiss not to mention at least one of our wine rooms on the Square! Many wine fanciers like to start off their tastings at Baron's and visit them all. And why not?
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Barons Creek Wine Room
706 S Austin AveWe would be remiss not to mention at least one of our wine rooms on the Square! Many wine fanciers like to start off their tastings at Baron's and visit them all. And why not?
Feed your inner yodeler! Enjoy the stars while eating authentic German food, listening to live music and dancing in the Beir Garten. Or opt for the indoor dining in the 1882 Vintage structure.
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Walburg German Restaurant
3777 FM972Feed your inner yodeler! Enjoy the stars while eating authentic German food, listening to live music and dancing in the Beir Garten. Or opt for the indoor dining in the 1882 Vintage structure.
This is a great burger place for the whole family, with an outdoor play area for kids. Overlooks our wonderful Blue Hole lagoon.
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Hat Creek Burger Company
3700 E Palm Valley BlvdThis is a great burger place for the whole family, with an outdoor play area for kids. Overlooks our wonderful Blue Hole lagoon.
A fantastic Mexican restaurant with tons of ambiance and great views. Overlooks Blue Hole Lagoon. On the higher end price wise but well worth it.
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El Monumento
205 W 2nd StA fantastic Mexican restaurant with tons of ambiance and great views. Overlooks Blue Hole Lagoon. On the higher end price wise but well worth it.
Our tenants rave about this place! Very knowledgable and friendly staff.
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Kork Wine Bar
815 S Main StOur tenants rave about this place! Very knowledgable and friendly staff.
Located in Taylor, Texas - about a 25 minute drive east of Georgetown. Family owned and operated for 3 generations. In a State the excels at BBQ, this one stands out. Located in quaint historic Taylor, with some cute antique stores. They close the doors when the meat runs out, and it always runs out. Prepare for a line. But well worth it! You can call ahead! 512-352-6206
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Louie Mueller Barbecue
206 W 2nd StLocated in Taylor, Texas - about a 25 minute drive east of Georgetown. Family owned and operated for 3 generations. In a State the excels at BBQ, this one stands out. Located in quaint historic Taylor, with some cute antique stores. They close the doors when the meat runs out, and it always runs out. Prepare for a line. But well worth it! You can call ahead! 512-352-6206
This steak, oyster house is located in the historic former post office in the heart of historic Georgetown. The special events hall is located upstairs. My favorite thing is to sit and unwind in the small bar in back with a drink and appetizer. You will see comments online about their spectacular bartender, Dustin. I have to agree.
https://www.citypostchop.house/
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City Post
113 East 8th StreetThis steak, oyster house is located in the historic former post office in the heart of historic Georgetown. The special events hall is located upstairs. My favorite thing is to sit and unwind in the small bar in back with a drink and appetizer. You will see comments online about their spectacular bartender, Dustin. I have to agree.
https://www.citypostchop.house/
Gift shop
Great toy store for kids with candy shop and ice cream parlor in the back! Find the toys you grew up with here! Located in the historic down town square.
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All Things Kids
703 S Main StGreat toy store for kids with candy shop and ice cream parlor in the back! Find the toys you grew up with here! Located in the historic down town square.
The Magnolia Market is a popular day trip for our Georgetown guests. Only a 70 minute's drive North of Georgetown. Consider stopping in quaint Salado, Texas along the way.
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Magnolia Market Silos
601 Webster AveThe Magnolia Market is a popular day trip for our Georgetown guests. Only a 70 minute's drive North of Georgetown. Consider stopping in quaint Salado, Texas along the way.
Gatherings
1009 S Austin AveWe have several great antique stores in town. This one is a personal favorite.
Even if you don't buy a new hat, this place is cool. But you should - totally - buy an new hat! 'Cause you are in Texas now!
Texas Monthly article :
https://www.texasmonthly.com/the-culture/nathaniels-custom-hats/
Nathaniel's Master Hatmaker
111 East 7th StreetEven if you don't buy a new hat, this place is cool. But you should - totally - buy an new hat! 'Cause you are in Texas now!
Texas Monthly article :
https://www.texasmonthly.com/the-culture/nathaniels-custom-hats/
Sightseeing
A favorite local hangout for generations, this swimming hole is part of the San Gabriel River hiking trail system. Blue Hole is a scenic lagoon on the South San Gabriel River. The entrance to Blue Hole Park is located at Second Street and Rock Street, one block west of N. Austin Avenue. This scenic park lined by limestone bluffs is a good wading spot to cool down a little bit in the summer! Blue Hole Park is open from 5 a.m. – 10 p.m. Free public parking is available at the corner of 3rd Street and Rock Street in the parking lot or the parking garage. Wear your water shoes, the surface is mostly limestone rocks. The water level gets low when we have been without rain for any significant amount of time.
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Parque Blue Hole
100 Blue Hole ParkA favorite local hangout for generations, this swimming hole is part of the San Gabriel River hiking trail system. Blue Hole is a scenic lagoon on the South San Gabriel River. The entrance to Blue Hole Park is located at Second Street and Rock Street, one block west of N. Austin Avenue. This scenic park lined by limestone bluffs is a good wading spot to cool down a little bit in the summer! Blue Hole Park is open from 5 a.m. – 10 p.m. Free public parking is available at the corner of 3rd Street and Rock Street in the parking lot or the parking garage. Wear your water shoes, the surface is mostly limestone rocks. The water level gets low when we have been without rain for any significant amount of time.
San Gabriel is 2.5 - 3.0 mile bike ride or walk straight down College Street. Meandering right through the heart of Georgetown are the North Fork and the South Fork of the San Gabriel River. Along the banks of the San Gabriel River where the two forks meet, between the river and Austin Avenue, you’ll find one of the most beautiful parks in the state of Texas.
San Gabriel Park was designated a Lone Star Legacy Park by the Texas Recreation & Parks Society in March 2012. San Gabriel Park is one of only nine parks in Texas to be awarded this designation in its inaugural year. These parks were chosen for their historical prominence within their communities and the state by providing natural respite and social interaction as those communities were founded, developed, and prospered.
San Gabriel Park is graced with 200-year-old oak trees that offer shady spots for family picnics. The 180-acre park also provides space for concerts and festivals, as well as fields for soccer, football, lacrosse and baseball.
A hike and bike trail goes through the park, including a 1.6-mile loop in the park and other segments that connect to Blue Hole Park, Rivery Park, Chautauqua Park and all the way to Lake Georgetown. View our interactive parks and trails map. There is also a 9-hole disc golf course at the north end of the park.
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Parque San Gabriel
445 E Morrow StSan Gabriel is 2.5 - 3.0 mile bike ride or walk straight down College Street. Meandering right through the heart of Georgetown are the North Fork and the South Fork of the San Gabriel River. Along the banks of the San Gabriel River where the two forks meet, between the river and Austin Avenue, you’ll find one of the most beautiful parks in the state of Texas.
San Gabriel Park was designated a Lone Star Legacy Park by the Texas Recreation & Parks Society in March 2012. San Gabriel Park is one of only nine parks in Texas to be awarded this designation in its inaugural year. These parks were chosen for their historical prominence within their communities and the state by providing natural respite and social interaction as those communities were founded, developed, and prospered.
San Gabriel Park is graced with 200-year-old oak trees that offer shady spots for family picnics. The 180-acre park also provides space for concerts and festivals, as well as fields for soccer, football, lacrosse and baseball.
A hike and bike trail goes through the park, including a 1.6-mile loop in the park and other segments that connect to Blue Hole Park, Rivery Park, Chautauqua Park and all the way to Lake Georgetown. View our interactive parks and trails map. There is also a 9-hole disc golf course at the north end of the park.
Garey Park was a gift to the City of Georgetown from a local family. This 525 ranch was the homestead of Jack and Camille Garey. Some examples common park activities include, running, jogging, dog-walking, biking, horseback riding, exercising, cooling off at the splash pad and relaxing. We enjoy hiking down by the river. There is a fee, so check with the website before going..sometimes promo codes/discounts are offered.
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Garey Park
6450 Ranch to Market Rd 2243Garey Park was a gift to the City of Georgetown from a local family. This 525 ranch was the homestead of Jack and Camille Garey. Some examples common park activities include, running, jogging, dog-walking, biking, horseback riding, exercising, cooling off at the splash pad and relaxing. We enjoy hiking down by the river. There is a fee, so check with the website before going..sometimes promo codes/discounts are offered.
Hidden for over 10,000 years, Inner Space Cavern is one of the best-preserved caves in Texas. Great for adults and kids but those with mobility issues should pass. It is an hour long walking tour. No strollers. But fun and fascinating. There is one point in the tour where they turn off all the lights and you can experience absolute darkness. For kids who might find this scary they sell little miner hats with headlamps. An unforgettable experience!
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Inner Space Cavern
4200 S I-35 Frontage RdHidden for over 10,000 years, Inner Space Cavern is one of the best-preserved caves in Texas. Great for adults and kids but those with mobility issues should pass. It is an hour long walking tour. No strollers. But fun and fascinating. There is one point in the tour where they turn off all the lights and you can experience absolute darkness. For kids who might find this scary they sell little miner hats with headlamps. An unforgettable experience!
Need a public pool for the kids? This place rocks! Pools for adults to toddler, and a lazy river. About a 20 minute drive from our place...and fun for kids and adults. They charge admission and accept cash on cards. You can and should pack a cooler. No glass, knives or alcohol. If we have a large party we like to rent a cabana, there are also tables with shade but get there early to snag one. Check the website first for any Covid changes...
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Rock'N River Water Park
800 E Palm Valley BlvdNeed a public pool for the kids? This place rocks! Pools for adults to toddler, and a lazy river. About a 20 minute drive from our place...and fun for kids and adults. They charge admission and accept cash on cards. You can and should pack a cooler. No glass, knives or alcohol. If we have a large party we like to rent a cabana, there are also tables with shade but get there early to snag one. Check the website first for any Covid changes...
We have many disc golf courses in the area. This is a great one but check in with us if you want a complete list.
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Old Settlers Park
3300 E Palm Valley BlvdWe have many disc golf courses in the area. This is a great one but check in with us if you want a complete list.
Public golf course located in the next town over in Round Rock and much prettier than their stock picture implies!
Consider hitting up the Round Rock Donuts on the way for a taste of their famous yellow cake donuts!
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Teravista Golf Club
4333 Teravista Club DrPublic golf course located in the next town over in Round Rock and much prettier than their stock picture implies!
Consider hitting up the Round Rock Donuts on the way for a taste of their famous yellow cake donuts!
Austin in home to North America's largest urban bat population. Mexican free-tailed bats migrate here each spring, eating 10k to 30k mosquitoes each night. The best time to view them is30 to 60 minutes prior to Sunset in August, off the Congress Avenue Street Bridge. Bat Fest has become one of the biggest bat viewing parties of the year, but July-Sept are all great. You can view them for free, or choose a Sunset Bat Watching boat excursion. Be sure to book in advance.
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Bats Across Texas
900 Congress AveAustin in home to North America's largest urban bat population. Mexican free-tailed bats migrate here each spring, eating 10k to 30k mosquitoes each night. The best time to view them is30 to 60 minutes prior to Sunset in August, off the Congress Avenue Street Bridge. Bat Fest has become one of the biggest bat viewing parties of the year, but July-Sept are all great. You can view them for free, or choose a Sunset Bat Watching boat excursion. Be sure to book in advance.
If you are looking to cool off in a cool place, a trip to Austin to swim at the Barton Springs Pool might be just for you! A 3 acre Spring fed pool located in down town Austin. If you visit on the full moon you will be treated to an unusual Austin custom, the Full Moon Howl. Go to Sandy's and get a butterscotch milkshake after.
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Barton Springs Municipal Pool
2201 William Barton DrIf you are looking to cool off in a cool place, a trip to Austin to swim at the Barton Springs Pool might be just for you! A 3 acre Spring fed pool located in down town Austin. If you visit on the full moon you will be treated to an unusual Austin custom, the Full Moon Howl. Go to Sandy's and get a butterscotch milkshake after.
Parks closest to you
Need a quick park for the kid's that is close by? This should fit the bill. Just a few blocks walk down the hill. Play equipment is better for slightly older children 6 - 10.
VFW Park - Softball Fields
110 North College StreetNeed a quick park for the kid's that is close by? This should fit the bill. Just a few blocks walk down the hill. Play equipment is better for slightly older children 6 - 10.
Another little park very close by. Better for younger kids. Beautiful poppy display in the Spring. Look for the historic and curious rock Sphere will you are there! Located at 704 Ash Street, which is 7th and Ash basically. Ash Street runs parallel and is right next to College Street. It also has a volleyball pit.
Edward's Park
704 Ash StAnother little park very close by. Better for younger kids. Beautiful poppy display in the Spring. Look for the historic and curious rock Sphere will you are there! Located at 704 Ash Street, which is 7th and Ash basically. Ash Street runs parallel and is right next to College Street. It also has a volleyball pit.
A little further away but a nice park for mixed ages. We have a little water splash pad here which is free and a wonderful way to cool off. Usually there is a spot in the shade for the adults to sit. You may want to bring a blanket. Located at 1707 San Jose Street.
San Jose Park
1707 San Jose StA little further away but a nice park for mixed ages. We have a little water splash pad here which is free and a wonderful way to cool off. Usually there is a spot in the shade for the adults to sit. You may want to bring a blanket. Located at 1707 San Jose Street.
Fantastic Park. One of Georgetown's pride and joys. Easy bike ride, maybe a couple miles walk depending on where in the park you are going. Fishing is allowed if you have your license! We have hike and bike trails along here as well. Check out the website for more info https://parks.georgetown.org/san-gabriel-park/
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Parque San Gabriel
445 E Morrow StFantastic Park. One of Georgetown's pride and joys. Easy bike ride, maybe a couple miles walk depending on where in the park you are going. Fishing is allowed if you have your license! We have hike and bike trails along here as well. Check out the website for more info https://parks.georgetown.org/san-gabriel-park/
For the Dogs!
https://www.actionpackdogs.com/dog-daycare/
off leash dog park
151 Holly Street - Hours 6AM - 9PM but really dawn to dusk
Bark Park is the City of Georgetown’s first public off-leash dog park. 6 acres of fun, Bark Park features separate areas for small dogs (under 30 pounds) and large dogs.
Bark Park is located in a beautiful pecan grove providing significant shade for dogs and their owners alike. There is parking available as well as water fountains, trash containers and agility equipment for owners and their dogs. Be sure to locate, read, and understand the Rules for Use posted at the park for an enjoyable visit to Bark Park for yourself, your dog, and your neighbors.
Why I love this place - Austin Area has a lot of great parks but this is my favorite because of all the shade. Anyone who has spent time in Texas knows what I mean!! I love to bring a folding chair and towel to clean doggie off afterwards.
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Bark Park
151 Holly Stoff leash dog park
151 Holly Street - Hours 6AM - 9PM but really dawn to dusk
Bark Park is the City of Georgetown’s first public off-leash dog park. 6 acres of fun, Bark Park features separate areas for small dogs (under 30 pounds) and large dogs.
Bark Park is located in a beautiful pecan grove providing significant shade for dogs and their owners alike. There is parking available as well as water fountains, trash containers and agility equipment for owners and their dogs. Be sure to locate, read, and understand the Rules for Use posted at the park for an enjoyable visit to Bark Park for yourself, your dog, and your neighbors.
Why I love this place - Austin Area has a lot of great parks but this is my favorite because of all the shade. Anyone who has spent time in Texas knows what I mean!! I love to bring a folding chair and towel to clean doggie off afterwards.
Need your dog to look spiffy while you stroll around the down square. Here is the place for you! Self serve dog wash.
Wag Heaven Pet Supplies & Self-Serve Dog Wash
205 W 6th StNeed your dog to look spiffy while you stroll around the down square. Here is the place for you! Self serve dog wash.