Best Shopping Malls, Outlet and Places in Round Rock Area

"The Harry Ransom Center has one of the largest archives of original manuscripts and other historical documents. It offers rotating exhibitions throughout the year, along with permanent displays, including The Niépce Heliograph, the actual oldest surviving photograph taken in 1826 in France, and a first edition of the Gutenberg Bible. With so much to see, you can only imagine what other treasures are housed in this mid-century structure."

"This fascinating center features outstanding selections of modern American paintings, including the Mari and James A. Michener Collection of 20th Century Art. It also showcases a Gutenberg Bible, an impressive photography archive (including the first photograph ever produced), and a recreation of the study in which "Perry Mason" author, Erle Stanley Gardner, wrote. Read more about Harry Ransom Humanities Research Center →"

"Check out the Harry Ransom Center on the University of Texas at Austin campus for current and permanent exhibitions, including the Gutenberg Bible (the first substantial book printed from the movable type on a printing press), the First Photograph (an 8 x 6.5-inch heliograph produced by Joseph Nicéphore Niépce in France), and more. Admission is always free."

"This trendy shopping mall in Austin offers major technology and fashion options all conveniently under one roof. Initially envisioned as a local technology hub, the Domain quickly spread into a bustling group of stores with a little bit of something for everyone. From department stores to local boutiques, escape rooms to food courts, seafood distributors to juiceries, the Domain truly meets every shopper’s needs."

"Anchored by Neiman Marcus, the Domain is one of the most unabashedly high-end shopping centers in Austin. In addition to Ralph Lauren and Macy’s, there are also several mid-priced stores, including Banana Republic and Dillard’s. Designed as a shopping destination, the center boasts three on-site hotels: Aloft Austin, Westin Austin at The Domain, and Lone Star Court."

"Thanks to incomparable cuisine, diverse local artists, and eclectic shopping, Austin is known as one of the most unique destinations in the country. The Domain is bringing the best of Austin to one single, urban location. The area offers impeccable restaurants and upscale shops anchored by Neiman Marcus, Macy's and Dillard's."

"This mall overlooking downtown Austin is the city's largest, so if your time's limited, it's a good bet for finding most everything you need. Inside, wood, leather, and tile impart a sense of permanence, a perfect complement to the quality goods you'll encounter at places like Sephora, Williams-Sonoma, Coach, and Talbots. Plenty of sit-down and quick-serve eateries pepper the mall, and anchors include Dillard's, Sears, JCPenney, Macy's, and Nordstrom."

"Perched atop a large hill in southwest Austin, Barton Creek Square is anchored by Nordstrom. The youngsters flock to the Apple Store, Lego Store, Pottery Barn Kids and the 14-screen IMAX theater. It’s the best place to shop in air-conditioned comfort during Austin’s brutal summer heat."

"Barton Creek Square is the modern, sleek outlet mall you’re looking for in Austin, Texas. With two floors of shops and kiosks, you can spend an afternoon perusing at your leisure. But before you go, make sure you stop for a tasty meal at the food court."

"Editor's Note: There's no photo available at the time of writing. As a premier shopping center in Austin, Northcross Mall is an ideal place to dine, shop, and engage in fun recreational activities. Ice skating is a popular leisure activity in the mall."

"This beautiful outdoor mall has tons of kid-friendly eating options for your little ones. Shop and then when you’re hungry, grab a bite from any of their eateries. 12700 Hill Country Blvd Ste, T-100, Bee Cave, hillcountrygalleria.com"

"Starting with a small collection of folk art and outsider art from the South, the gallery has now grown into a well known venue for contemporary folk art, outsider art, pop art and fine art. Over the years the number of genuine folk artists has decreased and the gallery’s interests have broadened, leading them to a more varied approach to the artworks on display. Yard Dog Art Gallery now represent a diverse range of contemporary artists from a variety of backgrounds such as comic collage artist Mike Alcantara, woodcut artist Lisa Brawn and contemporary sculptor Camp Bosworth."

"The Yard Dog is an unconventional gallery that exhibits the works of an international group of creative and unique artists. The gallery opened up in the year 1995 and since then has added works of talented artists whose works fit in the gallery aesthetically. The contemporary American folk art that you see on their website and by visiting in person can also be purchased."

"When we opened in 1995, we were showing folk art from the Deep South. Our name, Yard Dog, was chosen to evoke that. We rather quickly began branching out, adding work by artists who were neither folk/outsider artists nor from the Deep South."

"| When the weather is not blazing hot or at the point of freezing, Austin has a plethora of excellent patio dining spots. Since 2013, Contigo has been one of Austin’s most popular spots for an al fresco experience. Their sprawling backyard and deck offer casual and comfortable southwest ranch-style dining paired with refreshing craft cocktails, shareable bites and plenty of space for events or yard games."

"This East Austin gem has a huge outdoor seating area that is perfect for the whole family. Come rain or shine because they have a large portion of the patio covered. With string lights surrounding the outdoors area, you are sure to enjoy the ambiance but not more than the food and drinks!"

"The ranch-style MLK restaurant is all outdoors, where diners can mix delicious drinks and ox tongue sliders for an excellent evening. Reservations are available."

"Grand Lux Cafe has a menu that's packed with decadent items like double stuffed potato spring rolls and a double lux cheeseburger with melted American cheese, slow-cooked caramelized onions, red wine sauce, and garlic aioli. As for that cheeseburger, you can also order it with triple and quadruple the patties. There are also locations in Florida, Illinois, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Dallas, and Houston."

"Who needs a boring history museum when you could experience a living history museum?. At Pioneer Farms, the volunteers wear high-buttoned dresses and top hats as they take you through guided tours of farms and villages from the 1800s. You can pet animals, listen to stories and ride in horse-drawn buggies as you learn all about Texas history."

"Pioneer Farms is a living history museum offering workshops and programs for both students and adults. Step back in time and experience Texas history while you explore six themed historic areas. Some of the workshops available are blacksmithing, woodworking, knitting/quilting, candlemaking, soapmaking, and cheese making."

"The Mexic-Arte experience begins before you walk in the door, with its north wall lined with murals that celebrate Latino figures and iconography. That mission to showcase traditional and contemporary Mexican and Latino art and culture continues inside the historic building, with wooden planked floors that squeak pleasingly underfoot. Mexic-Arte's curators comfortably straddle a commitment to old and new, with an annual exhibition devoted to emerging talent and an all-inclusive back gallery space devoted to community projects."

"Austin has a large Mexican community that you can connect with through the Mexic-Arte Museum. The museum offers an intimate space to immerse yourself into the Latin culture through art. Mexic-Arte Museum focuses on Mexican and Latin American Art – it does a great job at promoting and showcasing the works of local artists and native Latin artists."

"Mexic-Arte Museum is dedicated to cultural enrichment and education through the collection, preservation, and presentation of traditional and contemporary Mexican, Latino, and Latin American art and culture to promote dialogue and develop an understanding for visitors of all ages. To learn more about Mexic-Arte Museum click here."

"Formerly the Austin Children’s Museum, Thinkery in the Mueller neighborhood has eight exhibit galleries loaded with hands-on play-based experiences to lay the path for a new generation of creative problem solvers. Calling on science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM), these exhibits are curated by the museum’s staff and are constantly updated, so there will always be something new. In 2019-20, the Innovators’ Workshop had a station where little learners could make their own stop animation, while kids could make a splash at Currents, exploring fluid dynamics through open-ended games."

"Formally known as the Austin’s Childrens Museum, the Thinkery in our opinion, is one of the best children’s museums in Texas. With tons of hands-on activities, like making your own airplane and flying it or creating music out of water, there is never a dull visit to this museum. On Austin Museum Day, Thinkery will have all of its regular displays available as well as special activities all day in Innovators’ Workshop, Spark Shop, & Kitchen Lab."

"The Thinkery is an evolution of the Austin Children’s Museum. It’s Austin’s sparkling new home for “why” and “how.” A place where science and families play side by side. Where people connect with ideas by doing, making and experiencing."

"This convivial 24-hour coffee shop and bar in East Riverside is home to two vegan food trucks (Plow Burger and Plow Bao) and a barbecue truck (JNL). It also serves beer, cider, and lots of flavored liquors."

"1505 Town Creek Dr. | This rustic spot is a go-to for excellent locally roasted premium coffee and craft beer that’s typically open 24 hours!. Also enjoy delicious burgers and specials from Plow Burger."

"In the West Sixth area, toast the man in black at the divey Mean Eyed Cat, a Johnny Cash-themed bar that has a happy hour Mon.-Fri. Once the sun begins to set, line up on the Congress Avenue Bridge to witness a staggering 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats fly into the night sky from beneath the bridge, which takes place nightly from spring through fall. Grab a spot among the crowds on the bridge’s sidewalk or take to the water with Lone Star Cruises or Capital Cruises, which will put you right in the middle of the action on Lady Bird Lake for an unbeatable view of Austin’s unofficial mascots."

"| When the weather is not blazing hot or at the point of freezing, Austin has a plethora of excellent patio dining spots. Since 2013, Contigo has been one of Austin’s most popular spots for an al fresco experience. Their sprawling backyard and deck offer casual and comfortable southwest ranch-style dining paired with refreshing craft cocktails, shareable bites and plenty of space for events or yard games."

"This East Austin gem has a huge outdoor seating area that is perfect for the whole family. Come rain or shine because they have a large portion of the patio covered. With string lights surrounding the outdoors area, you are sure to enjoy the ambiance but not more than the food and drinks!"

"The ranch-style MLK restaurant is all outdoors, where diners can mix delicious drinks and ox tongue sliders for an excellent evening. Reservations are available."