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"South Austin is where tons of local Austinites live, as there are more affordable neighborhoods than most other parts of the city at this point. Over the past 10 years, South Austin has grown into a thriving area of town with tons of fun bars, family-friendly spots, and easy chances to explore native wildlife. South Austin is where the fewest number of Austin visitors go - and they miss out on a lot of magic."

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Central Austin by a Native Austinite

Do Austin right. Save the secret spots that only native Austinites know about, and avoid the chains. Get the lay of the land of Central Austin, one of the least-visited neighborhoods in the city - and thus, one of the best for touring Austin like a local. Let's do this.

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South Austin by a Native Austinite

Do Austin right. Save the secret spots that only native Austinites know about, and avoid the chains. Get the lay of the land of South Austin, one of the most local-friendly areas of the city - and thus, one of the best for touring Austin like a native. Let's do this.

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About Central Austin

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Central Austin, Austin, TX, USA

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