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.
Northcross Mall$4.1A sprawling Austin shopping plaza featuring local eats and ice skating.
Secret BeachFree4.1A popular sandy riverfront hideaway in East Austin's metro park
Texas Performing Arts$$4.0Austin's premier university arts presenter hosting Broadway, concerts, and world-class performances
The Contemporary Austin - Jones Center$4.0A vibrant downtown Austin venue showcasing rotating modern art exhibitions
Austin City HallFree3.9Explore modern civic architecture in the heart of downtown Austin.
Austin Chamber Music Center$3.8Experience intimate classical music concerts and educational programs in Austin.
2nd Street District$Explore Austin's premier downtown destination for boutique shopping and dining.
Downtown Austin$$Austin's vibrant central hub for live music, dining, and culture
East Sixth StreetFreeAustin's vibrant East Side strip for craft drinks, tacos, and nightlife
Lady Bird LakeFreeAustin's premier downtown reservoir for kayaking, paddleboarding, and scenic waterside trails
Lake AustinFreeA scenic Austin reservoir ideal for boating, fishing, and waterfront dining.
Lake TravisFreeAustin's favorite reservoir for boating swimming and scenic sunset views
Mueller DevelopmentFreeAustin's vibrant eco-friendly neighborhood filled with parks, dining, and family attractions
North Loop District$Austin's eclectic enclave for vintage clothing, local coffee, and laid-back nightspots.
Old Town ParkFreeA clean and peaceful neighborhood park featuring playscapes for kids
Pfluger BridgeFreeScenic pedestrian bridge spanning Lady Bird Lake in central Austin
Sixth Street$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 Texas Hill CountryFreeDiscover scenic rolling hills, historic towns, and vibrant wineries near Austin.
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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