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1 / Savor Out-of-This-World Cocktails at Travelers Lounge
This tucked-away speakeasy on wheels is parked on the East Side—but step inside the British-style double-decker bus, and you’ll feel like you’ve left for another planet. Specialty drinks evoke a sense of the cosmos through futuristic mixology, while atmospheric lighting, spacesuit-wearing servers, and mod-inspired decor transcend the ordinary. Travelerslounge.vip
2 / Sip Safely with Texas Tipsy Tours
Wine tastings without the worry— where do we sign up? Specializing in bachelorette parties and corporate events, Texas Tipsy Tours hosts fully curated luxury outings to Central Texas’ finest wineries daily. Enjoy tastings at three select Dripping Springs or Fredericksburg wineries while shuttled in a Mercedes Sprinter Van or limo. Sip in style and safety with pickup and drop-off at your chosen location. texastipsytours.com
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3 / Get Peaches in Fredericksburg
Sink your teeth into juicy peaches as they become ripe for the picking in the Texas Hill Country during summertime. Head to Jenschke Orchards, Vogel Orchard, and Das Peach Haus for some of the freshest picks. visitfredericksburgtx.com
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4 / Have a Saucy Date at Pizza School Austin
Handmade fare always tastes better, and DeSano Pizzeria Napoletana is here to prove it. At their three locations, the pizza-making classes are a culinary experience that’s perfect for couples. After kneading the dough to form a thin, airy crust, firing up the wood-burning oven, and picking and placing toppings for the perfect Neapolitan slice, participants are invited to partake in a three-course Italian meal to finish out the night. Mangia, mangia! desanopizza.com
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5 / Celebrate Women’s Sports at 1972 Pub
Named for the year Title IX was signed into law to prohibit sex-based discrimination in athletics, 1972 Pub is Austin’s first bar dedicated to women’s and gender-expansive sports. In addition to hosting live music, author events, and watch parties to meet the growing interest in women’s sports and athletes, the pub donates 10% of their profits to programs that provide athletic opportunities to girls and gender-expansive youth in Austin. 1972pub.com
6 / Drink Vino Inside the Hidden Wanderlust Wine Cave
Book a grand wine tasting at this delightful speakeasy, which is tucked behind a secret bookshelf at Wanderlust Wine Co.’s Barton Springs location. wanderlustwine.com
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7 / Find a Feline Friend at Sydney’s Cat Lounge & Sanctuary
Inspired by the whimsy of Bridgerton and Alice in Wonderland, co-founder Quin Whiddon aimed to channel her decades of animal volunteerism to create a cat-friendly space to showcase felines looking for their forever homes. Guests can book 45- or 75-minute sessions to enjoy the café, which serves tea next to thrones, clocks, and decor that the Queen of Hearts would envy, all surrounded by adoptable Central Texas kitties. sydneyscatlounge.com
8 / Sightsee With Tea Around Town
View Austin through rose-colored windows during this mobile afternoon tea. After boarding the double-decker bus, you’ll find yourself in a pink wonderland, with blush-colored booth seating, floral decor, and gourmet offerings such as scones, sandwiches, and sweets. Whether you’re sipping a crisp rosé or an English breakfast tea along the way, the 90-minute experience will take you past some of the city’s most iconic stops. opviewtix.com/austin/tea-around-town-classic
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9 / Take a Sushi Class at Uroko
Ready to roll? Learn how to make items like sushi rice, California rolls, spicy tuna rolls, and temaki (vegetable hand rolls) during this interactive class. urokoaustin.com
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10-13 / Discover the Wineries Around Fredericksburg
Home to more than 75 vineyards, wineries, and tasting rooms, the Fredericksburg area is a wine lover’s paradise. William Chris Vineyards has been making Texas wine since 2008 and has led the mission for Hill Country producers to create vino with 100 percent Texas-grown grapes. Walk through the verdant property at Signor Vineyards and post up on the patio with a glass of sauvignon blanc, then snap some photos in the seasonal flower fields at award-winning Becker Vineyards before taking some bottles to go. For more outdoor adventures, head to The Rhinory to meet its Southern white rhino, Blake, with a glass of Texas albariño in hand. Be sure to designate a driver before your excursions, and if you’d prefer to stay the night in town versus trek back to Austin, check in at the buzzy Albert Hotel, located just off Main Street. williamchriswines.com; signorvineyards.com; beckervineyards.com; rhinory.com
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14 / Get in the Game at Punch Bowl Social
Show off your skills in bowling, arcade games, and darts at this fun-filled hub, which has Austin locations downtown and at the Domain. punchbowlsocial.com
15 / Sip by the Pool at Swim Club
Inside this downtown hangout, there’s no lifeguard on duty—but there is a menu loaded with snacks, sandwiches, and drinks perfect for the summer (think frozen Aperol slushes and kiwi-infused coolers). What was once a historic pool on East 10th Street is now an ’80s-themed social club and bar, awash in pink and turquoise hues reminiscent of a Barbie Dreamhouse. Stop by for happy hour or purchase a pool pass for a quick swim outside. swimclubaustin.com
16 / Learn How to Make Thai Food at Thai Fresh
Time to spice up your home cooking! Thai Fresh hosts classes that teach students how to make dishes like Tom Kha Gai (coconut chicken soup), red curry, drunken noodles with beef, and mango with sticky rice. thai-fresh.com
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17 / Feast With Fido at BARk House Social
If your four-legged friend is feeling like a second fiddle when you go out, look no further. This East Austin social spot offers a premier private off-leash dog park with a curated café and bar for the discerning dog owner. With tons of events from paint-your-pet sessions to gameday viewing parties, this is sure to be a favorite hang for man (or woman) and their best friend. barkhouseatx.com
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