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
Circuit of the Americas$$4.6World class motorsport facility host to Formula One and premier concerts
Hamilton Pool Preserve$$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
Zilker Botanical GardenFree4.6Discover a 31-acre natural oasis of themed gardens in Austin.
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 Arboretum$4.5An open-air shopping and dining center nestled in northwest Austin
The Hill Country Galleria$4.5Vibrant outdoor lifestyle center featuring shopping, dining, and central green spaces
The Williamson MuseumFree4.5Explore rich local Texas history at this free Georgetown museum
Austin Bat ToursFree4.4Experience guided sunset water tours to watch Austin's famous bat colony
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.
Austin Zoo$4.2Non-profit animal rescue sanctuary offering intimate wildlife encounters in Austin
The Oasis on Lake Travis$$4.2Iconic Austin destination offering Tex-Mex fare and stunning Lake Travis sunset views.
Austin Aquarium$$4.1Explore interactive marine life and unique hands-on animal encounters in Austin
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.
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