11 Hidden Gems in Austin Most People Don’t Even Know Exist

There are so many wonderful and weird things to explore in Austin. These hidden gems in Austin are some that most people don't even know exist! Get your GPS and point-and-shoot cameras ready to go on the Austin hidden gems adventure search of your life.

1. Castle Hill in Austin is a cool spot to hang out and just chill, take photos, or even add to the graffiti walls if you're an artist.

Check out some drone footage of the Castle Hill Graffiti Park in Austin in this video from Nathan D Films:

2. Hamilton Pool is a natural wonder of Austin. Come take a dip in these pristine waters.

3. Torchy's Tacos delicious, secret menu!

4. You may have heard of this legend, but clothing-optional Hippie Hollow does exist!

5. The backyard of this house in Austin is known as, "The Cathedral of Junk." Way to "Keep Austin Weird"!

Another one of our favorite hidden gems in Austin is The Cathedral of Junk - check it out in this video from The Daytripper:

6. Casa Neverlandia is a unique home filled with peculiar art and collectibles. It is one of the greenest homes in the world!

7. Violet Crown Cinema is right in the middle of downtown Austin, yet so perfectly tucked away for an amazing boutique-style movie and dining experience.

8. The "Writing Barn" owned by Austin author Bethany Hegedus. This space is rented out for writing workshops and overnight stays. A writer's dream spot!

9. This amazing city skyline view that can be seen from Butler Park.

10. Find Texas endangered species like this Golden Cheek Warbler in the massive Balcones Canyonland Preserve.

11. Watch beautiful peacocks strut at Mayfield Park.

Head to Mayfield Park and Nature Preserve in Austin for a quiet walk in this video from Fantabulous Travels:

Take a moment to catch your breath now. Pretty incredible, right?

What Austin hidden gems did we miss? Share some of your favorite places in Austin with a comment.