Austin Offsites

Perfect for lovers of food, music, and nature

Located in Central Texas, Austin is famous for its natural beauty, outdoor adventures, endless sunshine, and fun, friendly people. In Austin, there is no shortage of outdoor activities. The city has excellent parks, river access, and various hiking and biking trails. The Colorado River, which divides the Downtown and South Austin region, is also the perfect place to go kayaking or stand-up paddling boarding. For team members that love live music, Austin is also known as the world's live music capital. It has more music venues per person than anywhere else in the US. But that's just the beginning. The city is home to unique attractions, world-class museums, and one-of-a-kind shopping. Austin runs off of small businesses, making it the perfect place to "support local" and to explore the wide variety of flea markets, local shops, pop-ups, and farmers' markets scattered across the city. An eclectic culture, an array of incredible things to do and see, outstanding food, great live music venues, and an endearing type of weirdness make Austin the perfect corporate retreat destination.

Why Austin is great for your next offsite

In Austin, team members can easily spend their days kayaking on the river followed by afternoons leisurely exploring one of the many museums, only to round out the night at one of the many live music venues in the city, followed, of course, by a late night snack. Anything is possible in Austin. The best part is that Austin is a year-round destination. So whether your team wants to hike, bike or boat, your team can enjoy over 300 days of sunshine and an average temperature of 68°F (20°C) year-round. And much like their live music scene, Austin’s food scene has recently exploded, offering a unique variety of culinary and cocktail options for every type of palette. But there’s more. Along with music, the outdoors, and food, Austin is known for its diverse entertainment districts where team members can find local shops, vintage and third stores, museums, art galleries, and a legendary nightlife scene. You’ll find whatever you need in Austin, making it the perfect corporate offsite retreat destination.

Sample Austin Offsite Itineraries

Austin Leadership Offsite

Duration: 2-4 nights
Group Size: 5-15 people
Price: starting at $2,500 /person

Lodging: Rent out a ranch that has 15 sleeping rooms and it's own meeting space on site, a pool, an 8 hole golf course, and more!

Activities: Take a private tour of a sotol distillery, ride bikes along Lake Austin, or rent a boat for the day on Lake Travis. There is even an option to learn how to sail as a team building option!

Austin Team Offsite

Duration: 2-3 nights
Group Size: 15-40 people
Price: starting at $2,500 /person

Lodging: Stay at a unique hotel right on South Congress with its own pool and bar. The vibe of this hotel will have you inspired all week!

Activities: If you're looking to keep the group together, get on a small bus and head out to Lake Travis for the day. You can rent a boat for the day with food, music, and a lot of together time.

Austin All-Company Offsite

Duration: 3-4 nights
Group Size: 40+ people
Price: starting at $2,500 /person

Lodging: Stay in the center of it all. With many hotels to choose from in the downtown area you will be able to find something that fits your team's vibe while remaining close to bars, restaurants, and activities. Some options even have rooftops!

Activities: Give your team some choices and variety with paddle boarding, bike rides along lady bird lake, a DIY craft sessions at a local bar, or a historic walking tour through Austin!

Best time of the year for an offsite in Austin

As the weather gets warmer, spring in Austin is the perfect time to explore the great outdoors. Spring starts quite cool; however, by the end, the May temperatures are almost summer-like. May is humid and is one of the wettest months of the year. As the weather gets warmer, spring in Austin is the perfect time to explore the great outdoors. Spring starts quite cool; however, by the end, the May temperatures are almost summer-like. May is humid and is one of the wettest months of the year.

Spring: (March-May)

Summer in Austin is hot, with temperatures exceeding 100°F (38°C). The nights are also quite warm, so don’t expect any respite from the heat once the sun goes down. Thunderstorms are quite common during the summer months.

Summer: (June-August)

Autumn: (September-November)

After the summer’s scorching temperatures have subsided, the cooler fall weather is welcomed with open arms. But don’t expect the temperature to dip too much. Fall is still quite warm, with mornings and evenings that tend to be on the cooler side. Fall also experiences occasional rains.

Winter: (December-March)

Winters in Austin can be cold, although not as cold as other major US cities. Winters in Austin are relatively mild. However, the temperatures do tend to drop below freezing. On the plus side, most winter days are filled with sunshine.

The best times to visit Austin are during the shoulder seasons. During these months, the temperatures are not too hot, prices are lower, and there are fewer crowds.

Ideal Offsite Season (April-May & September-November)

FAQ for Offsites in Austin

What is the closest international airport to Austin?

The closest international airport is Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS/KAUS), a 20-minute drive to downtown Austin

What type of team-building activities can we do in Austin?

Denver is a unique city surrounded by nature, which means it has many team-building indoor and outdoor team-building activities. Austin really has a huge variety of team-building activities to enjoy, including a stunt ranch, food truck tours, a range of classes to enjoy, a superhero academy, and blazer tag, one of the biggest laser tag arenas in Texas. The city also has many museums to enjoy, including the Museum of the Weird, which features various oddities and is probably one of the strangest attractions in the US. The best part is that these activities can cater to various team sizes, big and small.

What types of groups is Austin good for?

Austin is the perfect city for every group, whether it be big and small. The city has many different accommodation options as well as team-building activities that can fit the needs of any type of group.

What type of budget is good for Austin?

Austin can be an expensive city to visit, especially if you are booking a corporate retreat. The reasoning behind this is that it has become a popular corporate retreat and convention destination, which has thus raised hotel prices in the region. Nevertheless, as always, various budget-friendly options are available in and around the city.