Austin Visitor Center & Gift Shop

05/29/2026

Brought in fresh daily, baked goods are now available at our in-house coffee shop, 5th and Brew! 🥐

Our menu includes:
⭐️ Sugared cinnamon roll
⭐️ Strawberry pastry pockets
⭐️ Green chili cheese croissant and more!

Grab a treat from us today, or check out the classic Austin bakery at 2900 Rio Grande St in the TFB Garden! ✨

05/26/2026

Looking for happy hour margs or tacos with a view of downtown Austin? .cockfight is the spot. 🐓

Located just steps away from the Austin Visitor Center, this two-story bar has it all. Hang out downstairs by the indoor booths and stage, or head upstairs to the open-air rooftop patio for drinks and delicious tacos from !

📍 .cockfight | 121 E 5th St.
⏰ Mon-Fri 3pm–2am | Sat & Sun 2pm–2am
🍸 Happy Hour daily until 6pm ($7 margs & $4 beers!)
🌮 served on the rooftop Thurs–Sat 5pm–1:30am

Who are you taking here this week? 👀

05/15/2026

Sip like a local at these Austin breweries—all just minutes away from the Austin Visitor Center! 🍻
 
Make sure to grab an passport at the VC for just $12 before you head out. It unlocks exclusive perks at every stop (check them out below!):
 
🍺 Central District Brewing
📍 | 417 Red River St
⭐ $1 off first pint + free sticker
🚶 7 minute walk
 
🍺 Lazarus Brewing Company
📍 | 1902 E 6th St
⭐ 25% off food with beer purchase
🚘 10 minute drive
 
🍺 Zilker Brewing Company
📍 | 1701 E 6th St
⭐ 10% off purchase + free sticker
🚘 10 minute drive
 
Where are you stopping first? 👀
 

05/06/2026

Hey Austin, it’s that time of the month! 🤠 The 5th Street Vintage Market is back at the Austin Visitor Center every third Saturday.
 
From vintage pieces and statement jewelry to fresh coffee and matcha at our in-house cafe, 5th & Brew, we’ve got it all in the heart of downtown. 😉 Come support local vendors, grab a drink, and shop to the sounds of a live DJ! 
 
Mark your calendars for May’s vintage market:
 
🗓️ Saturday, May 16th
⏰ 10am – 3pm
📍 103 E. 5th Street (inside the Austin Visitor Center)
🅿️ One hour of free parking is available in the Frost Bank Garage (404 Brazos St.). See our pinned reel for details!
 
FEATURED VENDORS
| Vintage Clothing + Mediavtg | Vintage Clothing + Mediathrift.atx | Vintage Clothing
| Vintage + Pop Culture Clothing
| Jewelry
| Permanent Jewelryatx | Baked Goods
 
Tag your thrifting partner below! ⭐️
 
Interested in becoming a vendor? Send us a DM! 💬
 

05/05/2026

May has finally arrived! 💐 Here’s what’s coming to the Austin Visitor Center this month:
 
🏃‍♀️ The Coffee Tour Run Club
with
Sunday, May 3rd | 8–10am
 
🎸 Local & Live with
Presented by &
Friday, May 15th | 5pm–8pm
 
👕 5th Street Vintage Market
Saturday, May 16th | 10am–3pm
 
💻 Admin Hang
with
Sunday, May 17th | 11am–2pm
 
Which event are you most excited for? 😊
 

04/30/2026

Just touched down and looking to explore downtown Austin stress-free? Leave your bags with us for the day and enjoy the city with our convenient, secure luggage storage services! ⭐

🧳 $8 a bag
⏰ Available 9am-4:30pm Monday-Saturday, 10am-4:30pm Sunday
📅 Same-day pick-up only (no overnight storage)
📍 Austin Visitor Center & Gift Shop | 103 E. 5th St.
📞 Call us at 512-478-0098 for more details!

04/29/2026

Just touched down and looking to explore downtown Austin stress-free? Leave your bags with us for the day and enjoy the city with our convenient, secure luggage storage services! ⭐

🧳 $8 a bag
⏰ Available 9am-4:30pm Mon-Sat, 10am-4:30pm Sun
📅 Same-day pick-up only (no overnight storage)
📍 | 103 E. 5th St.

04/28/2026

Come with us as we head next-door to , Austin’s premier museum for showcasing traditional and contemporary Mexican and Latino art! 🇲🇽

The museum recently debuted “Rosas y Revelaciones: Homage to la Virgen de Guadalupe,” an exhibition honoring one of Mexico’s most enduring icons through intricate textile work. The collection features 90 stunning pieces representing 16 different states, alongside photography by Jesse Herrera documenting Austin’s own Our Lady of Guadalupe Church.

Make sure to stop by on your next trip to downtown Austin! 🌹

🎟️ Tickets start at $8 for adults and $1 for children
⭐️ Free admission on Sundays and discounts for students/seniors!
⏰ Open 10am-6pm Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm Sun
📍 | 419 Congress Ave
📅 On display from April 17th to August 9th
🎁 The gift shop also features products from local, Latino-owned small businesses!

04/23/2026

Arts and culture is alive and well in Austin, Texas! From the Austin Blues Festival and Eeyore's Birthday Party to the Austin Film Festival, be sure to check out one of these top art fairs and festivals the next time you're in the 512.

Whether you're a fan of film, fine art, or eclectic local crafts, Austin has an event for you. Check out our seasonal guide to the city's most iconic creative gatherings.

04/22/2026

Downtown Austin just got a little more special! ⭐

If you’re looking to explore the heart of the city on foot, all of these great new spots are within a 10-minute walk of the Austin Visitor Center & Gift Shop, making it easy to pick up a new read, grab a sweet treat and find a unique gift all in one afternoon!

📖 TOMO mags is an independent magazine and art book shop specializing in print, notebooks and design goods. Originally a mobile magazine shop ran out of a school bus, their new brick-and-mortar is located just a minute away from the VC on the corner of 4th & Brazos. Stop in to browse their curated collection or grab a drink from their in-store cafe, Cielito Lindo.

🥐 Swedish Hill is a neighborhood coffee shop offering coffee, pastries, breakfast, lunch, and more. Take something delicious to-go or enjoy it on the outdoor patio at their new location on the corner of 5th & Colorado. Whether you're craving a meal or a little something sweet, it’s the perfect spot to recharge, and only a quick 4-minute walk from the Visitor Center.

🧸 Akiba Texas is a Japanese collectible gift shop and the new sister store to Toy Joy. From blind boxes and plushies to vinyl figures from your favorite anime, there’s a little something for everyone at this unique Texas store. Located just a 10-minute walk from the VC, it’s an absolute must-visit for collectors and gift-hunters alike.

Save this for your next day in downtown ATX! 😉

Photos from Austin Texas Book Tour and Swedish Hill.