Austin, Texas, and quality of life are synonymous. Whether you're looking for authentic chicken-fried steak, celebrity spotting, blues or a float along the river, Austin offers it all.

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Austin's quirky nature is encouraged in part by the Austin Independent Business Alliance, which helps promote small businesses in the city. There are no shortages of examples of the unusual in the city, including the Cathedral of Junk, local homeless hero Leslie Cochran and a fun-loving group called Satan's Cheerleaders.

Stay at the quirky, hip and charming Hotel San Jose or at the historic Driskill. Either way, you're in good hands with our best hotels list.

Eat authentic French cuisine at Aquarelle or go casual at the Café at the Four Seasons. Austin has it all, and the best are all here.