Okay, so I have been in Austin for almost three years now and I'm really just now starting to feel like a local. That being said, though, I have still yet to visit a number of the best known local spots. One of the biggest Austin staples I recently visited: the Greenbelt. My best friend and I had planned a day at Barton Springs, but when we arrived and there was $5 charge to park we quickly changed our mind. We decided on the Greenbelt, and we were so happy with our choice. The entrance is right off a main highway, and with just a little walk I felt completely secluded from city-life. This is one of my favorite things about Austin: there is a balance between a big city feel and suburban elements. If you live in austin and haven't been- you need to go this weekend!