Austin is Named One of the Best Big Cities in the Country

It’s no secret that Austin is one of the coolest places in Texas. As the home of the live music capital of the world, and complete with some of the best bars, restaurants and entertainment, the city continues to grow daily in size and popularity.

Now, the Conde Nast Readers’ Choice Awards 2015 has given its nod of approval that with its list of the Best Big Cities in the U.S.

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With an overall rating of 80.584, more than 128,000 of the magazine’s readers voted Austin at the No. 8 Best Big City in the U.S.

“The capital of Texas, historic Austin also holds claim to being one of the country’s hippest cities. Cool down with a pilsner at the city’s oldest beer garden, Scholz Garten, or take a dip in Barton Springs, located in the heart of Zilker Park—both activities will serve to baptize you as an honorary Austinite,” the magazine said.

Austin wasn’t the only Texas city to make the list. Check out the full list here.

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