Discovering the Old Bakery and Emporium: A Historical Gem in Austin

Getting There

• Bus

  To reach Old Bakery and Emporium from anywhere in Austin using public transportation, first locate the nearest bus stop that services the Capital Metro buses. Depending on your current location, you can take either Route 1 (North Lamar/South Congress) or Route 4 (Cesar Chavez). If you board Route 1, stay on until you reach the stop at 10th St. and Congress Ave. If you take Route 4, get off at 10th St. and Guadalupe St. From either stop, walk two blocks south on Congress Ave. The Old Bakery and Emporium will be on your left at 1006 Congress Ave.

• MetroRail

  If you prefer to take the MetroRail, head to the nearest MetroRail station. Take the Red Line towards Downtown. Disembark at the Downtown Station. From there, it's a short walk to Old Bakery and Emporium. Head east on 4th St. for two blocks, then turn right onto Congress Ave. Walk south on Congress Ave. for about three blocks until you reach 1006 Congress Ave. The Old Bakery and Emporium is on your left.

• Bicycle

  If you're cycling, use the bike lanes available throughout Austin. Head towards downtown and use the bike route along 15th St. or 11th St. to reach Congress Ave. Once on Congress Ave., head south. The Old Bakery and Emporium is located at 1006 Congress Ave., easily accessible by bike, with bike racks available nearby.

• Walking

  For those who are near downtown, walking is a great option. If you are in the vicinity of the Texas State Capitol, head south on Congress Ave. Continue straight until you reach 1006 Congress Ave. The Old Bakery and Emporium will be on your right. This is about a 15-20 minute walk, depending on your starting point.