# Live music and performing arts in Downtown Austin > You want to experience live music and the performing arts, and you expect a venue that treats both with equal weight. Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/texas/austin/downtown-austin/best-live-music-performing-arts ## Places (9) ### 1. Elephant Room Small basement bar with stone walls and a cellar setting creates a classic, intimate vibe. Smooth, live jazz music fills the space with chill energy, attracting those who prefer sitting and enjoying quality performances. Unique house brine for dirty martinis stands out among the drink offerings. - Address: 315 Congress Ave. #100, Austin, TX 78701, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/ElephantRoom ### 2. Austin City Limits Live (ACL Live & 3TEN ACL Live) Cone-shaped seating offers excellent stage visibility and almost zero bad seats. The venue feels intimate and cozy with amazing sound quality due to its design and recording use. Multiple bars on all levels provide easy access to drinks throughout the space. - Address: 310 W Willie Nelson Blvd, Austin, TX 78701, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Austin-City-Limits-Live-ACL-Live-3TEN-ACL-Live ### 3. Antone's Nightclub Historic live music venue offers an intimate atmosphere with classic blues energy and well-balanced sound system. Crowds pack the space enthusiastically, creating a vibrant and warm environment. Decor includes art and vintage posters, enhancing the nostalgic vibe. - Address: 305 E 5th St., Austin, TX 78701, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Antone's-Nightclub ### 4. Pete's Dueling Piano Bar Piano bar with live dueling pianists creates a lively, engaging atmosphere where everyone sings and dances. Musicians are multi-talented and interactive, taking song requests and delivering legendary performances. Venue shows some wear but maintains a fun, energetic vibe throughout the night. - Address: 421 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78701, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Pete's-Dueling-Piano-Bar5 ### 5. Friends Bar Live music fills a spacious bar with a stage and a courtyard featuring picnic tables. The atmosphere stays friendly and positive, drawing a crowd that enjoys dancing and people watching. Cold beer and cocktails complement the blues club vibe and no cover charge policy. - Address: 208 Old Pecan St, Austin, TX 78701, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/FriendsBar ### 6. The Paramount Theatre Historic theater offers intimate setting with excellent acoustics and vintage charm. Multiple bars create a social atmosphere alongside live music and performances. Seating is adequate but navigating steps may be challenging depending on location. - Address: 713 N Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TheParamountTheatre ### 7. 3Ten Austin City Limits Small live music venue designed for about 350 people offers intimate setting with excellent acoustics. Indoor space flows into an open-air patio, allowing guests to see and hear performances while seated outside. Crowd is safe and fun, with a lively dance floor and a large bar on the side. - Address: 310 W Willie Nelson Blvd Suite 1A, Austin, TX 78701, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/3TenAustinCityLimits ### 8. Valhalla Metal-themed bar with live local bands and a lively rock vibe creates an energetic yet chill atmosphere. Small venue features arcade and pool games, fostering a social and welcoming environment. Decor reflects a strong personality, continuing a punk rock legacy. - Address: 710 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Valhalla3 ### 9. Moody Amphitheater Outdoor amphitheater offers open-air setting with great acoustics and excellent sightlines from most seats. Atmosphere stays peaceful and relaxed, enhanced by surrounding greenery. Crowds gather for live music, creating a natural and enjoyable experience under the stars. - Address: 1401 Trinity St, Austin, TX 78701, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/MoodyAmphitheater ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.