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.
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$$4.6World class motorsport facility host to Formula One and premier concerts
Festival BeachFree4.6A peaceful park on Lady Bird Lake offering scenic trails and picnics
Hamilton Pool Preserve$$4.6Explore a dramatic natural limestone grotto waterfall near Austin, Texas.
Lake GeorgetownFree4.6A scenic reservoir near Austin offering boating, fishing, camping, and hiking.
McKinney Falls State Park$4.6Discover scenic waterfalls, hiking trails, and tranquil camping near downtown Austin
Red Bud IsleFree4.6Austin's premier off-leash island dog park along Lady Bird Lake
St. Edward's UniversityFree4.6A historic Holy Cross university overlooking the vibrant skyline of Austin
Texas Rowing Center$4.6Rent kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards to explore scenic Lady Bird Lake.
Texas State Railroad - Rusk Depot$$4.6Historic steam and diesel train rides through East Texas piney woods
Wild Basin Wilderness PreserveFree4.6Explore scenic hiking trails and natural Hill Country wildlife in Austin
Zilker Botanical GardenFree4.6Discover a 31-acre natural oasis of themed gardens in Austin.
Cathedral of JunkFree4.5Explore Austin's iconic suburban backyard sculpture crafted from discarded treasures.
H-E-B Center at Cedar Park$$4.5Premier indoor venue for minor league sports, concerts, and family entertainment.
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
Ballet Austin$$4.4Premier professional dance company and training center in downtown Austin
Austin Zoo$4.2Non-profit animal rescue sanctuary offering intimate wildlife encounters in Austin
Secret BeachFree4.1A popular sandy riverfront hideaway in East Austin's metro park
Texas Performing Arts$$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
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