What makes it 84% Solo-Friendly: The varied calendar of comedy, classic films, and concerts, central location, and straightforward seating make a relaxed outing for one; limited concessions and tight legroom are minor downsides.
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: Allows time to self-tour the historic theatre features and attend a 90–120 minute show without rushing.
Paramount Legends Self-Guided Tour:
Follow the sidewalk stars, spot the Saint Cecilia mural and find the Houdini Hole in the auditorium ceiling.
Tip: Pick up a free map at the box office or download the PDF online before you arrive.
Stand-Up Comedy or Storytelling:
Catch shows like The Moth or regional comedians in a classic Art Deco setting.
Tip: Buy single tickets online 1–2 weeks in advance and arrive 20 minutes early for best seats.
Classic Film Screenings:
See films in 70 mm during the Summer Classic Film Series or holiday favorites in December.
Tip: Check the seasonal schedule on the website and book $6–$15 tickets online to secure a seat.

Perry Jefferies
A truly beautiful place, our first time in the balcony. That helped to get a good overview of Ira. Also, well-organized, pretty well policed by the volunteers with good site lines. Little bar upstairs was nice and the concise parking directions helped a lot. Great way to see Ray Wylie Hubbard.
Hayley Luther
Amazing that a theater like this is still around. It’s older but the seats were still wide enough that I was comfortable even as a plus size person. Great acoustics, and there’s awesome food spots nearby. I had a great conversation with the ushers while people were coming in. They volunteer and they were all super friendly, had a very organized system to get people to their seats. I had a blast.
T W
Good locka spot that shows various shows for theater and the film fest SXSW and AFF. Also does lots of stand up and theater performances. It's a neat spot and just know that it's an older place so the chairs and leg room is less than more modern places.
Quinten
I absolutely love the Paramount theater, it is amazing! If you haven't been there you should definitely go. I'm sure it won't be long before it's bulldozed and a high-rise goes up due to City of Austin officials not protecting this gem and continue to sell the soul of Austin for their own personal gains. Two complaints; restrooms are absolutely disgusting. Urine all over the floor almost every t...
Tim Thompson
I attended the Ron White fundraiser show for the Texas flood victims. This was my first time to attend a show at the Paramount. I easily parked at a nearby parking garage for a small fee and walked to the venue. I loved the interior of the theater and its old-school feeling and would have liked to have taken a few pictures to share here, but phones were sealed upon entry for this particular show...
Summer: reserve classic film series seats early. December: enjoy holiday film screenings with low-cost tickets. Check the calendar for limited-run festivals and events.
Explore These Activities
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Self-guided Paramount Legends tour | USD 0 |
| Stand-up comedy ticket | USD 35 |
| Classic film screening ticket | USD 12 |
| Total Estimated | USD 47 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Content Notice: This content combines editorial expertise with AI assistance to ensure comprehensive and up-to-date information. Our team regularly curates and reviews all content for accuracy and relevance. Help Us Improve
Address: 713 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701, USA
Map will load when you scroll here
Scroll down to view the interactive map
Looking for other Things to Do besides The Paramount Theatre (Austin)?
Opening Hours
Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.
Website
Official WebsitePhone Number
+1 512-472-547010 BEST nearby Activities
How You Can Support Us
If our website helps you, please support us by booking your travel needs through this link: Book Flights, Hotels, Activities on Trip.com - New App User Promo up to 10% OFF. We may earn a small affiliate commission - at no extra cost to you!
It's a simple way to help us keep the site running and improving for everyone. Thanks for your support!
10 BEST nearby Activities