Austin offers rich cultural history, yet continues to be an ever-evolving city, and an excellent place to experience the stunning outdoors and explore the countless music venues that string together the Live Music Capital of the World! Austin has over 270 live music venues, so skip the cover bands and jam out to authentic music all over the city! Or put on your walking shoes for the Food Is My Best Friend food tour and walk away with a little Texas pride - you'll feel like a local in no time.

A towering icon within the vibrant Central Business District, Fairmont Austin is uniquely located amid the lush greenery of Palm Park and Waller Creek, and directly connected to the Austin Convention Center. This 37-story luxury hotel features resort-style amenities, richly appointed rooms with unique views, exquisite dining, and a pampering spa - downtown's largest and most impressive! The seventh-floor terrace features an elegant, seasonally heated pool with zero entry for chaise lounging in the water, exclusive cabanas, and a grand cabana. The staff awaits the opportunity to ensure your expectations are exceeded and your time in the Texas Hill Country is unforgettable. When you feel like venturing off the premises, you'll find that Fairmont Austin is within walking distance of the State Capitol, restaurants, galleries, and shops.

With more than 300 sunny days a year, Austin provides the ideal climate to get out and enjoy the area's many lakes, which offer opportunities for boating, paddle boarding and canoeing, miles of hike and bike trails, and local and state parks. It's no wonder Austin is ranked as one of America's best cities to visit by U.S. News & World Report, Money, Kiplinger, and Forbes.

Experience the city by taste or by sound with your choice of a food tour or a live music crawl! Serving up everything from down-home barbecue to gourmet sweets, Austin's food scene is a highlight of the city, but a wealth of options means it's hard to know where to begin. Skip the tourist joints and go straight to the local favorites on a food walking tour of Austin that starts with a hearty serving of barbecue, then takes you all the way through dessert with a series of tastings! Start off with your driver picking you up in an open-aired, 100% electric shuttle right in front of your hotel. Set the right tone for the tour with your first stop at Terry Black's, where you will sample over a pound of the most mouth-watering barbecue Austin has to offer. Sausage, ribs and chopped beef are all on the menu, along with delicious sides and an ice-cold beer or soda! From food trucks to local favorites and everything in between, this insider's tour features enough tastings for a full meal, and includes tips on where to eat, drink and explore!

If music is your jam, opt for the Live Music Crawl, where you'll hear about Austin's live music history, get the latest scoop on the current music scene, and see iconic venues and new clubs, all while getting an overview of the city. These live music tours are led by a local musician and chauffeured in a Mercedes Sprinter van. So, get out of downtown and see the real Austin for three incredible hours, during which you'll visit up to three venues. If you enjoy fun people, live music, and learning about the city of Austin, this is the tour for you - it simply rocks!

This trip for two includes: 4 days/3 nights accommodations at the Fairmont Austin; Daily complimentary breakfast; All room-related taxes; Your choice of a Food is my Best Friend tour or an Austin live music crawl; Free concierge reservation service. Travel package is non-refundable and subject to availability. Certificates/gift cards cannot be replaced. Tour runs on specific days of the week and at specific times. If tour is not available, it may be substituted with equal or similar experience. A minimum 30-day advance reservation is required. Blackout dates: Oct 20-24. Travel is valid through 12/31/2022.