Waking Up to a Sweet Day in Austin

This park in the heart of Austin is an urban green space that spans 315 acres. There is so much to do, with volleyball courts, botanical gardens, a nature and science center, and Barton Springs — where the cool kids go to take a dip in hot weather.

Up in Round Rock, you'll find this park with a cool sculpture exhibition. Texas artist Jim Thomas created a series of bronze sculptures that are displayed in the park. Take a little walk and see which ones you like best.

This Texas-based restaurant has been expanding after earning big success in Austin and Round Rock. You'll be able to taste why if you get an order of their homemade pimento cheese and the crab stuffed chicken.

Stop for a sweet treat in Waco! These chocolates and ice creams are made fresh in the shop and will keep you going on the long drive back to Dallas.

Stop for a glass of Texas wine and a soothing view. Lost Oak is named for the oak trees that dot the property and covers 52 acres. This is a family-run winery that's won a ton of awards. Stop in and give it a taste!
Wine tastings are available any time it is open, while full tours require an advance reservation.

This Fort Worth restaurant offers brick oven pizza, a solid selection of seafood and burger plates, and classics like chicken and waffles.