A popular swimming hole that hides one of America's most deadly diving spots.

Some islands... they come, they go, especially on Lake Travis.

Austin’s local mountain isn’t really a mountain at all.

One part antique store, one part curiosities hodge-podge.

This simple frog painting created by musician Daniel Johnston embodies the spirit of Austin.

This small stone building, the final work of a renowned artist, offers a peaceful environment with radiant, colorful glass windows .

A high-octane shrine to the greatest Texans who ever lived.

Locals dubbed it the "Owl Building" because of its bird-like appearance.

Home to the largest urban bat colony in North America, estimated at 1.5 million bats.

This failed condo development was reborn as a street art hub.

A free, canine-friendly alternative watering hole near the more famous Barton Springs.

Home to an endangered salamander, a full moon celebration, and a large spring-fed outdoor swimming pool.

In Paris, Texas they have their own Eiffel Tower, it just has a cowboy hat on it.

In Paris, Texas, even Jesus wears cowboy boots.

Step back in time at this 19th-century kiosk.

The world's oldest bookshop still in operation.

Legacy of the earthquake that nearly wiped Lisbon off the face of the Earth.

Sip cherry liqueur at a bar dating back to 1840.

This unique architectural wonder is also tied to one of the 20th-century's most renowned writers.

The best place in the world to buy tinned fish.