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SoCo Area (South Congress)
E Gibson St, Austin, Texas
by Hilton 
The city of Austin make for a great place to shop with their trendy neighborhoods like the SoCo area or SoLa to unique local stores, like book people. And let TravelSkoot help you find just what you need in the Best Shopping in Austin skoot.
Spending your pennies in the SoCo district guarantees that you'll stand out from the crowd. This area is for the shopper who would rather be wearing a vintage leather jacket than a trendy pea coat, or for the antique-seeker who decorates their home with assorted interesting artifacts rather than mass produced wall hangings. If you are lucky enough to be in SoCo on the first Thursday of the month, you can buy more time since the shops stay open past normal business hours.
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Girls will be girls, and what better way to celebrate your femininity than to treat yourself to a new outfit from SoLA, a boutique for women’s clothing and accessories. At SoLA, you can find looks to fit a multitude of occasions with flowing tops, printed dresses and soft tees. Also sold here are NYX Cosmetics, Tom’s Shoes, By Boe Jewelry and unique home accessories such as Seda France candles.
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If your thirst for knowledge is never-ending, Book People will not let you down. This independent bookstore is an Austin favorite with its wide selection of books, helpful staff and friendly touches such as the staff recommendation cards. Book People also hosts year-round literature camps for teenagers and adults. Check out the store's calendar for scheduled events, book signings and more.
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Spend your Saturday shopping at the freshest place in town. The open-air Sunset Valley Farmers' market is open only one day a week all year long. Each season brings a new delight, from the squashes, figs and apples of fall to the strawberries, blackberries and fragrant flowers of spring. You'll also find some of the finest grass-fed meats year-round. The market is where the countryside's farmers and artisans come to sell, and the city's finest chefs come to buy.
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Home is where you hang your hat and the Home Retreat is where you can find that perfect hat hook. You can choose from linens, home accessories, bath and body products, furniture, fountains and more. Vendors such as Blue World and Peacock Alley are carried here to provide customers with products varying in style from whimsical and contemporary to traditional and minimalist.
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From the moment you set foot inside Austin’s largest hotel, the Hilton Austin, you’ll be greeted by a warm and attentive staff ready to handle your every need. That first class feeling will last throughout your stay and is evident in every detail, like the luxury amenities available in each of the hotel’s 800 rooms. Spend an afternoon enjoying a rejuvenating massage, body wrap, and facial at the Tower Health Club & Spa, or unwind with a workout using the hotel’s state-of-the-art cardio and weight-training equipment. And be sure to dine at the Hilton Austin's featured restaurant, Finn & Porter, recognized for its award-winning steaks, wine list, and the freshest seafood and sushi in town.
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