Austin Area Links
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Schools - Local School Districts |
All of Texas - Information regarding the State of Texas
Lone Star Junction - Texas history resource
Texas Online - Official web site for the state of Texas
Texas State Library and Archives Commission - Encyclopedia of Texas information
Travel Texas - A guide and map to travel and tourism in Texas
Austin Chamber of Commerce - Business information profiling greater Austin
Buda Chamber of Commerce - Features community information, events, attractions, and member directory
Cedar Park Chamber of Commerce - Information regarding business and the community in Cedar Park
Georgetown Chamber of Commerce - Information about local businesses as well as an introduction to the city, its history and lifestyle
Hutto Chamber of Commerce - Business Information for the city of Hutto
Pflugerville Chamber of Commerce - Business and community resources for the city of Pflugerville
Round Rock Chamber of Commerce - Information on Business in Round Rock, Texas
Avery Ranch Golf Club - Voted "Best Overall Course" in Austin by Avid Golfer Magazine. A spectacular upscale golf course with natural limestone caverns, knobby live-oak trees, rolling hills, and meandering streams.
Bergstrom Cedars Golf Course - Just a line drive from the airport, this 18-hole course also offers a putting green, driving range and on-staff pro.
Blackhawk Golf Club - Blackhawk Golf Club is an 18-hole Championship layout, featuring a links-style course that challenges all levels of golfers.
Bluebonnet Hill Golf Club - Bluebonnet Hill Golf Course offers players of all skill levels a challenging and enjoyable round of golf. The course is in excellent shape with impeccable, 328 bermuda greens.
Circle C Golf Club - The Hill Country’s most classic style golf course designed is challenging yet appealing for players of all skill levels which make it a great place for everyone.
Crystal Falls Golf Course - Come play in the unspoiled beauty of the Hill Country, with running streams, endless views, deep canyons and wild turkey.
Falconhead Golf Club - Public daily-fee course offers golfers a taste of the quality golf that pro players contend on in one of the most beautiful areas of Texas.
Forest Creek Golf Course - The 7,147 yard par-72 golf course has been nationally recognized as one of the finest public golf courses in Central Texas.
Hancock Golf Course - Located in the heart of Austin and established in 1899, Hancock Golf Course stands today as the oldest golf course in the state of Texas.
Harvey Penick Golf Campus - The Harvey Penick Golf Campus is a PGA TOUR-designed 112-acre facility that serves as a valuable community resource for new and experienced golfers alike.
Highland Lakes Golf Club - Enjoy scenic golfing on the shores of beautiful Inks Lake. This fun nine hole layout allows you to relax while you enjoy the picturesque views of the Texas Hill Country and Inks Lake.
Jimmy Clay Golf Course - Jimmy Clay Golf Course was opened in 1974 as a relatively flat site surrounded by Williamson Creek. The course is characterized by it's relatively large, elevated greens, and forgiving tee shots.
Lago Vista Golf Club - Golf course on the beautiful Lake Travis located in Lago Vista.
Lions Golf Course - In keeping with the long tradition of Austin Golf, Lions Municipal Golf Course has served it's citizens since 1934 and has long been the city's most popular course.
Morris Williams Golf Course - Opened in 1964 as Austin's 3rd municipal course. Designed by Leon Howard, one of the most prolific golf course architects of the time, the course features small, slightly elevated, contoured greens.
Plum Creek Golf course - The golf course features 18 championship holes of golf, each with its own unique character. Plum Creek Golf Course has the distinction of having a layout where no two fairways touch.
Riverside Golf Course - Enjoy great course conditions on historic fairways lined with stately oaks, pecans and maples. Take in the history and pat yourself on the back for finding Austin's best golf value.
Roy Kizer Golf Course - Austin's premier municipal course is 6,749 yards, par 71 course that gives pleasure to the greatest number of players without respect to their capabilities.
Star Ranch Golf Course - Offering tournament services, wedding and reception services, player's club and much more, The Golf Club at Star Ranch offers an enjoyable experience for both the novice and scratch golfer.
Dell Children's Medical Center - The only dedicated freestanding pediatric facility in the region.
M. D. Anderson Cancer Center - At M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, their mission is simple – to eliminate cancer.
People's Community Clinic - A nonprofit, primary health care facility whose purpose is to provide high quality medical, counseling and health education services at reasonable costs to individuals and families in the Austin area.
Seton - Expert medical teams share knowledge across seven hospitals and numerous community health clinics to provide complex care to Central Texas businesses, families and their communities.
St. David's - St. David's Health Care serves the entire Central Texas region with six hospitals, four ambulatory surgery centers and 12 outpatient sites
University Health Services - The mission of University Health Services is to support academic pursuits by fostering physical and psychological wellness and by promoting healthy lifestyles among UT students.
Austin Children's Museum - Wonderful museum for children located downtown
Austin Museum of Art - Presents and organizes contemporary exhibitions of work by international, national and local artists
Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum - A dynamic educational institution that engages visitors in the exciting story of Texas
Frank Erwin Center - Large entertainment venue
Lyndon B. Johnson Library and Museum - National archives and records administration
Texas Governor's Mansion - Texas' premier historic home has been the official residence of Texas governors since 1856
Texas Memorial Museum - Includes dinosaur and fossil displays, Texas wildlife, gems and minerals, meteorites and natural science
Texas State Capitol - The granite Texas statehouse stands as a testament to the history of the Lone Star State
Antone's - Down town live music venue
Austin - Live Music Capital of the World - Web site dedicated to keeping up with Austin's music scene
Austin City Limits - Award winning television series taped locally
Austin Music Hall - Concert and special event facility
Continental Club - Popular down town music venue
Frank Erwin Center - Large entertainment venue
Stubb's - Popular Bar-B-Que restaurant with live music
The Backyard - Outdoor amphitheater
KVUE - ABC News - Austin area news and weather
KXAN - NBC NEWS - Austin area news and weather
News 8 Austin - Austin area news and weather
Austin's Park & Pizza - Enjoy 22 acres of fun-filled attractions, special event areas, game pavilion, go-karts, bumper boats, mini golf, rock climbing wall, kiddie rides, laser tag and batting cages
Hamilton Pool Preserve - This idyllic, natural pool west of Austin is surrounded by a stunning grotto
Innerspace Caverns - Explore Texas's most accessible cavern
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center - Native plant botanical center with nature trails, display gardens, interpretive center and gift shop
Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch - Drive thru safari
Schlitterbahn - #1 rated water park in the world
Volente Beach - Beach club on Lake Travis features water park with slides, sandy beach, pirate boat and wading area for the kids
Zilker Botanical Gardens - A botanical showplace for native foliage, roses, ponds, Oriental gardens and 100-million-year-old dinosaur tracks
Zilker Park - Austin's largest, most popular park offers swimming in Barton Springs, trails and a miniature train
Austin Park Directory - A complete list of parkland including parks, preserves and greenbelts with maps and a list of amenities
Austin Circle of Theaters - Umbrella organization provides complete schedule of performing arts events, plus online discount tickets at www.texasperforms.com or at ticket counter in Austin Visitor Center
Austin Symphony - Under the baton of Peter Bay, the symphony presents arrangements by the world's greatest composers with performances year-round
Ballet Austin - Under the leadership of artistic director Stephen Mills, Ballet Austin has doped a unique blend of classical dance with innovative style and movement
Esther's Follies - This comedy and magic troupe anchors Sixth Street with hilarious antics, satire, song and even a little magic
Hyde Park Theater - Producing regional and world premieres of exciting alternative theater, Hyde Park Theater has received dozens of Critic's Table Award nominations
Paramount Theater - There's nothing like the thrill of a show at the Paramount, now in its 91st year with full seasons of music, comedy, classic films, children's and family shows
University of Texas Performing Arts Center- Bass Concert Hall - This 3,000-seat venue hosts performances ranging from touring Broadway musicals to season schedules for local ballet, opera and symphony
Zachary Scott Theater - From 50s-style fare to Christmas classics, Zachary Scott Theater raises the curtain on a season of crowd-pleasing and original performances
Zilker Hillside Theatre - Enjoy jazz, Shakespeare, family films and musicals at this outdoor amphitheater in Zilker Park. Zilker Summer Musical plays Thurs.-Sun. in July and August
Amy's Ice Cream - Ice cream parlor
Austin Chronicle Restaurant Poll - Local newspaper site with a yearly restaurant poll
Austin Land and Cattle - Steak and seafood
Austin's Pizza - Pizzeria
Baby Acapulco - Mexican
Carlos N' Charlie's - American
Chuy's - Tex-Mex
Clay Pit - Indian
Jeffrey's - Continental
Katz's Deli - New York deli
Kenichi - Asian
Kerbey Lane Cafe - American
Paradise Cafe - Down town cafe
Pok-E-Jos - BBQ Smokehouse
Romeo's - Italian
Salt Lick - BBQ
Shady Grove - American
Threadgills - Southern cuisine
Uchi - Japanese
Vespaio - Italian
Z Tejas - Southwestern
Riverbend Church - Nondenominational Church in Northwest Austin that accepts all...no matter where you're from or who you are
Schools - General InformationGreat Schools - Elementary, middle and high school information for public, private and charter schools nationwide.
Richard Cain - Detailed school and community reports searchable by zip code
School Matters - A website for parents researching information about public schools.
Texas Education Agency - Hundreds of education-related information products produced by, gathered for, and pertaining to the State of Texas' public education system
Schools - Local School Districts
Austin ISD
Bastrop ISD
Del Valle ISD
Dripping Springs ISD
Eanes ISD
Elgin ISD
Hutto ISD
Lago Vista ISD
Lake Travis ISD
Leander ISD
Liberty Hill ISD
Manor ISD
Pflugerville ISD
Round Rock ISD
Schools - Local Universities and Colleges
Austin Community College
Concordia University
Southwestern University
St. Edward's University
Texas State University
University of Texas
23rd Street Artists Market - An open-air arts and crafts market located on "The Drag," across from the University of Texas campus; showcases unique handicrafts and is open daily, 8am-10pm
Arboretum at Great Hills - Relaxed, outdoor shopping experience with park-like atmosphere and upscale retailers
Barton Creek Square - Prime Austin destination features more than 180 speciality retailers, anchored by Nordstrom, Dillard's, Macy's and Sears
Chinatown Center - Visitors find the largest Central Texas Asian supermarket, authentic Asian cuisine restaurants, jewelry stores, the Austin Asian American Chamber of Commerce and more than 40 other retail shops
Domain - The city's newest retail development offers 700,000 square feet of luxury fashion, including Neiman Marcus, Tiffany & Co., Barney's Co-Op and Intermix
Round Rock Premium Outlets - Discover an impressive collection of 125 designer and name brand outlet stores located just north of Austin
Second Street District - A mixed-use development including chic retail stores, coffee shops, restaurants, wine bars and living spaces
South Congress Ave. (SoCo) - This hip strip features an array of eclectic shops, restaurants, boutiques, antiques, music venues and galleries
Austin Ice Bats - Semipro hockey team
Austin Toros - Austin is home to one of the National Basketball Development League's newest franchises with games playing at the Austin Convention Center.
Austin Wranglers - Arena Football League team
Longhorn Sports - Official home page for the University of Texas Athletics
Lonhorn Football - University of Texas football program
Round Rock Express - AAA pro baseball team
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