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.
Hamilton Pool Preserve$$4.6Explore a dramatic natural limestone grotto waterfall near Austin, Texas.
McKinney Falls State Park$4.6Discover scenic waterfalls, hiking trails, and tranquil camping near downtown Austin
The Austin Scottish Rite Theater$4.6Experience live shows inside Austin's oldest historic theater venue today.
The Elephant Room$$4.6Austin's legendary underground basement lounge featuring nightly live jazz and drinks.
The Hideout Theatre$4.6Austin's premier destination for vibrant live improv comedy and coffee
Austin PBSFree4.5Central Texas public broadcasting hub located at ACC Highland Campus
Congress Avenue Bridge BatsFree4.5Witness Austin's famous urban bat colony take flight at sunset
Texas Music MuseumFree4.5Explore the rich history and vibrant heritage of Lone Star music.
Texas Science & Natural History MuseumFree4.5Explore prehistoric fossils and Texas biodiversity on the UT Austin campus
The Ballroom @ Spiderhouse$4.5An iconic Austin venue hosting live music, comedy, and vibrant events
Ballet Austin$$4.4Premier professional dance company and training center in downtown Austin
Austin Zoo$4.2Non-profit animal rescue sanctuary offering intimate wildlife encounters in Austin
Austin Creative AllianceFree4.1Advocating for local artists and empowering Austin's vibrant creative community
Texas Performing Arts$$4.0Austin's premier university arts presenter hosting Broadway, concerts, and world-class performances
The Contemporary Austin - Jones Center$4.0A vibrant downtown Austin venue showcasing rotating modern art exhibitions
Austin Chamber Music Center$3.8Experience intimate classical music concerts and educational programs in Austin.
Lady Bird LakeFreeAustin's premier downtown reservoir for kayaking, paddleboarding, and scenic waterside trails
Sixth Street$Austin's iconic entertainment district packed with live music and nightlife.
South Congress Avenue District$Explore Austin's vibrant cultural hub filled with boutique shops and eateries.
The Austin Children's Museum (Thinkery)$$Engaging hands on science and art exhibits for kids in Austin.
The Texas FolklifeFreePreserving and celebrating the diverse folk and traditional arts of Texas
The University of Texas at AustinFreeExplore Texas' iconic flagship university campus in central Austin
Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum$A peaceful shaded sanctuary filled with touchable bronze art in Austin
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