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It's known as the people's mansion, so take a tour of your home-away-from-home at The Governor's Mansion, which is fully furnished with exquisite antiques and artwork. The historic home was built in 1856 and is the oldest continuously occupied executive residence west of the Mississippi. The building is designated a National Historic Landmark.

Enjoy your evening at Austin’s original swanky joint, the Speakeasy, featuring three levels of unique entertainment. The Music Lounge, with its roaring 20s vibe, is ready for you to listen to local Austin musicians live on a nightly basis. The Bowling Mezzanine offers a unique lounge setting with antique couches, a personalized bar, and two vintage bowling lanes overlooking the main music stage. The Ballroom has a 700-person capacity for events and a concert room for private parties. The Kabaret Room has a prohibition-era vibe with a pool table, stage, bar, and 1920s-inspired lounge furniture.

Experience the wonder of downtown Austin on foot with Walking Tours of Austin, where the guides are expert storytellers who are personable, approachable, and, well, just plain fun. Step back in time and join the exceptional Murder Walk, where true crime uncovers exact crime locations, details, and the fascinating theories surrounding the year that changed Austin forever. Are you drawn to macabre? Choose the hauntingly good Ghost Walk Tour and enjoy tales of murder, mystery, unrequited love, and ghosts. Ready for your Morning Walk Tour? Picture a mid-morning stroll through streets, alleyways, and iconic historical landmarks as you sip on a good cup of coffee,  as your guide gives the inside scoop on the best places to eat, drink, listen to live music, and explore the city.

Celebrate Eeyore's Birthday Party every April at Pease Park, where the bizarre and unusual are perfectly normal. This celebration highlights Austin’s lovably odd, free-spirit culture at this iconic annual spring festival. Eeyore’s Birthday Party features games, face painting, henna, temporary tattoos, live music, drum circles, dancing, and singing. Costumes are certainly encouraged. So rummage through the closet for those tutus, fairy wings, hula hoops, and flower crowns.