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.
Red Bud IsleFree4.6Austin's premier off-leash island dog park along Lady Bird Lake
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
Lake Pflugerville ParkFree4.5A scenic lakeside destination for walking, fishing, paddling, and outdoor recreation
Pins & Wheels At Playland$4.5Austin's classic roller rink offers retro family fun, games, and music.
Texas Science & Natural History MuseumFree4.5Explore prehistoric fossils and Texas biodiversity on the UT Austin campus
The Williamson MuseumFree4.5Explore rich local Texas history at this free Georgetown museum
Ballet Austin$$4.4Premier professional dance company and training center in downtown Austin
Chisholm Trail Crossing ParkFree4.4Historic creekside park featuring bronze cattle sculptures and scenic walking trails
Hutto Lake ParkFree4.4A scenic lakeside park featuring walking trails, fishing, and picnic spots.
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions - Round Rock$$$4.4A massive African themed resort featuring America's largest indoor water park.
San Gabriel RiverFree4.4Enjoy scenic limestone bluffs and clear swimming holes near Austin
Travis County Exposition Center$$4.4Austin's premier multipurpose arena and event complex hosting rodeos and expos
Austin Zoo$4.2Non-profit animal rescue sanctuary offering intimate wildlife encounters in Austin
St Edward's ParkFree4.2Scenic Austin park offering lush hiking trails, creek views, and swimming
Austin Aquarium$$4.1Explore interactive marine life and unique hands-on animal encounters in Austin
Secret BeachFree4.1A popular sandy riverfront hideaway in East Austin's metro park
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
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