Things to do in Austin
Popular picks: Visit the Texas State Capitol. · Explore Zilker Park and Barton Springs Pool. · Enjoy live music on Sixth Street. · Take a stroll around Lady Bird Lake. · Visit the Blanton Museum of Art. · Check out the South Congress Avenue shops. · Attend the Austin City Limits Music Festival. · Explore the murals and street art in the city. · Visit the Bullock Texas State History Museum. · Take a tour of the University of Texas campus. · Experience the bats at Congress Avenue Bridge. · Enjoy the food truck scene. · Visit the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum. · Take a hike in the Barton Creek Greenbelt. · Explore the local farmers' markets. · Visit the Austin Zoo.
Zilker ParkFree4.7Austin's premier 351-acre urban oasis for outdoor recreation and events
Barton Springs PoolFree4.6Austin's iconic natural spring swimming pool located inside Zilker Park
Blanton Museum of Art$4.6Austin's premier university art museum featuring modern works and vibrant exhibits
Bull Creek District ParkFree4.6Scenic river park featuring hiking trails, swimming spots, and picnic areas
Cedar Breaks ParkFree4.6A scenic lakeside destination for camping, hiking, and water recreation.
Emma Long Metropolitan ParkFree4.6Scenic Lake Austin park featuring swimming areas, boat launches, and trails.
Hamilton Pool Preserve$$4.6Explore a dramatic natural limestone grotto waterfall near Austin, Texas.
Lakeway City ParkFree4.6Scenic waterfront park offering trails, play areas, and lakefront views
McKinney Falls State Park$4.6Discover scenic waterfalls, hiking trails, and tranquil camping near downtown Austin
River Place Nature TrailFree4.6Scenic and challenging Austin hill country trail with lush woodland stairs
Zilker Botanical GardenFree4.6Discover a 31-acre natural oasis of themed gardens in Austin.
Austin PBSFree4.5Central Texas public broadcasting hub located at ACC Highland Campus
Blanco State ParkFree4.5A tranquil Texas Hill Country haven for swimming, hiking, and camping.
Congress Avenue Bridge BatsFree4.5Witness Austin's famous urban bat colony take flight at sunset
Texas Science & Natural History MuseumFree4.5Explore prehistoric fossils and Texas biodiversity on the UT Austin campus
Ballet Austin$$4.4Premier professional dance company and training center in downtown Austin
Travis County Exposition Center$$4.4Austin's premier multipurpose arena and event complex hosting rodeos and expos
Austin Zoo$4.2Non-profit animal rescue sanctuary offering intimate wildlife encounters in Austin
St Edward's ParkFree4.2Scenic Austin park offering lush hiking trails, creek views, and swimming
Texas Performing Arts$$4.0Austin's premier university arts presenter hosting Broadway, concerts, and world-class performances
Austin City HallFree3.9Explore modern civic architecture in the heart of downtown Austin.
Lady Bird LakeFreeAustin's premier downtown reservoir for kayaking, paddleboarding, and scenic waterside trails
Mueller DevelopmentFreeAustin's vibrant eco-friendly neighborhood filled with parks, dining, and family attractions
North Loop District$Austin's eclectic enclave for vintage clothing, local coffee, and laid-back nightspots.
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