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.
Texas State CemeteryFree4.7Explore the historic resting place of Texas icons and state leaders
The Long Center for the Performing Arts$$4.7Austin's premier cultural venue offering live performances and iconic skyline views
The Paramount Theatre$$4.7Historic downtown Austin venue for live music, comedy, and classic films.
The Park at Brushy CreekFree4.7A scenic lakeside park offering hiking trails, kayaking, and family recreation.
The Texas Farmers' Market at MuellerFree4.7A vibrant Sunday outdoor market in Austin featuring local food vendors.
Walnut Creek Metropolitan ParkFree4.7A sprawling North Austin park with miles of winding multi-use trails
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
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
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