Round Rock, Texas, is a beautiful city located in the Hill Country of Central Texas. As a lifelong Texan, I admire a town with history, class, and a modern touch. Round Rock, Texas, provides all of that and more.
Two of the more well-known places within Round Rock, Texas, include the Round Rock Premium Outlets and Round Rock Donuts.
Round Rock Premium Outlets
The Rock Rock Premium Outlets have been around for years. Just north of Austin, Texas, these outlets offer both shopping and dining.
At the Round Rock Premium Outlets, major retailers include affordable stores such as Skechers, Bath & Body Works, and GAP, as well as pricier brands such as Michael Kors, Ralph Lauren, and Calvin Klein. With a wide variety of choices, these outlets offer something for everyone.
These outlets have beautiful decorations: fountains, seating areas, covered areas for hot Texas days or rainy days, and decorations to fit the season(s) and holiday(s). All these touches on the location welcome guests to a beautiful, inviting, and comfortable atmosphere. With several benches along the way, it allows those who have difficulty walking long distances to rest, or to enjoy time with the family, chatting away.
Round Rock Premium Outlets often have great sales within their stores. At the VANS outlet (12/29/2020), they were running a buy-one-get-50%-off sale. Bath & Body Works has most of its merchandise on sale, which is not available in other retail locations or online. Victoria’s Secret ran sales similar to its Semi-Annual sale. Although we did not enter the Michael Kors store, we could tell a major sale was happening inside due to the massive line to enter!
Although shopping is the main focus of any outlet, the food options within the Round Rock Premium Outlets are even more divine!
Fast food options are one available choice for the Outlets. Church’s Chicken, Auntie Anne’s, and Starbucks are among the fast-food options at the Outlets. However, more mom-and-pop shops, small businesses, and less frequented places are within the immaculate, large food court. I personally prefer mom-and-pop and small-business options over fast-food options!
This view is from the East side of the Round Rock Premium Outlets. Due to COVID, it was a bit emptier than usual. These areas are usually packed with shoppers. Some of the stores were also not open due to COVID.
The largest tree within Round Rock Premium Outlets is located at the entrance. Not only does this tree create an inviting atmosphere, but it also adds a bit of joy to the location with its beautiful, welcoming, festive colors that celebrate the 2020 Christmas Spirit.
Round Rock Premium Outlets includes several decorations for the season(s) and holiday(s). These decorations are spread throughout the location to create a welcoming atmosphere for guests.
Round Rock Donuts
You cannot go to Round Rock, Texas, without stopping for Round Rock Donuts!
Round Rock Donuts was founded in 1926, and it has been a Texas favorite ever since! With the untraditional orange-tinted donuts, people who have never had them become intrigued. After trying Round Rock Donuts, people keep coming back, near and far, for more!
The World Famous donut maker has been featured in BuzzFeed, often mentioning the Texas-sized donut that Round Rock Donuts offers! Day Tripper featured several Round Rock locations and events, with one of the most important being Round Rock Donuts. Man v. Food also tried the famous Texas-sized donut!
My personal favorite from Round Rock Donuts includes the Chocolate Glazed Sprinkle donut and the regular kolaches. Their kolaches are made on the sweeter side, with less grease, to help prevent heartburn for those with sensitive stomachs, like me! The donuts and kolaches are easy to refrigerate and reheat for upcoming mornings. You can’t come here without buying the Texas-sized donut at least once!
Round Rock Donuts was featured on the Food Network. Although always popular, this sparked greater interest in the company from surrounding areas and visitors.
11 years ago was the first time I tried Round Rock Donuts. On my first trip, I had to get the Texas-sized donut. Impressed by its size, I took a picture for comparison with my head and hand. I look different now, but the donut stayed the same size!
Other Round Rock Adventures
Round Rock, Texas, offers several other exciting and beautiful places to visit. Located on the old Chisholm Trail, there is no doubt that you’ll find a bit of history, nature, and events surrounding this beautiful location! Modern meets memories of our past: it is a place that any Texan would be lucky to visit!