Austin Listing of Activities & Attractions

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Things to do in Austin

Zilker Metropolitan Park
Known for its large open spaces, Barton Springs Pool, outdoor recreational activities, and major local festivals, entry is free.

Barton Springs Pool
Known for its natural spring water that stays cool year-round and offers a unique urban swimming experience, entry is admission costs $5 for adults, $3 for seniors and children aged 12 to 17, and children under 12 are free; monthly and annual passes are also available.

Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
Known for showcasing the comprehensive and immersive history of Texas through interactive exhibits and multimedia presentations, entry is about $13 for adults, $11 for seniors and military personnel, $10 for youth aged 4-18, and children under 4 can enter for free.

Congress Avenue Bridge Bats
Known for hosting the largest urban bat colony in North America and their spectacular evening emergence from beneath the Congress Avenue Bridge, entry is free.

Lady Bird Lake
Known for a beautiful urban lake that offers hiking, biking, and water activities with stunning views of the Austin skyline, entry is free.

Mount Bonnell
Known for offering stunning panoramic views of Austin and the Colorado River from one of the city's highest accessible points, entry is free.

Texas State Capitol
Known for its impressive architecture, historic significance, and free guided tours of the Texas state legislature building, entry is free.

South Congress Avenue
Known for its mix of unique shops, diverse restaurants, and vibrant live music scene, entry is free.

Circuit of the Americas
Known for hosting international motorsport events such as Formula 1 and MotoGP races, entry is around $70 for general admission to major racing events; prices vary for premium seating, children’s tickets, and other events.

Rainey Street Historic District
Known for its unique combination of historic homes transformed into lively bars and restaurants offering a vibrant nightlife and live music scene, entry is free.

Austin Bouldering Project
Known for its extensive indoor bouldering walls and vibrant climbing community, entry is around $20 for a day pass, with additional fees for shoe rentals and discounts for children and memberships available.

LBJ Presidential Library
Known for its extensive collection of presidential documents and exhibits related to Lyndon B. Johnson’s administration and American history in the 1960s, entry is general admission is $10 for adults, $3 for children ages 6-18, and free for children under 6; discounts are available for seniors, students, and groups.

Mexic-Arte Museum
Known for showcasing Mexican and Latin American art and culture through rotating exhibits and community events, entry is $5 for adults, $3 for seniors and students, children under 12 are free on weekends and during special events.

Cathedral of Junk
Known for being an enormous outdoor art structure made from thousands of pieces of junk creatively assembled into a cathedral-like form, entry is free.

Blanton Museum of Art
Known for its extensive collection of Latin American and contemporary art within a beautifully designed modern building, entry is $12 for adults, with discounts for seniors, students, and free admission for children 12 and under and University of Texas students and staff.

The Contemporary Austin
Known for its contemporary art exhibitions and outdoor sculpture gardens at two scenic locations in Austin, entry is around $15 for adults, with discounted tickets available for seniors, students, and free admission for members and children under certain ages.

Activities & Things To Do in Austin