Attractions
Come early or stay late to enjoy all Austin has to offer! For more information, check out Visit Austin.
Live Music Capital of the World – Find a local venue or concert and experience live music at clubs, coffeehouses, bars, taquerias, sporting events, and concert halls.
Sixth Street Entertainment District – Closed to traffic Thursday through Saturday nights, this street is a go-to for restaurants, bars and live music.
Red River Cultural District – Dining, live music and nightclubs abound in a three-block radius.
Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail – This 10-mile trail at Lady Bird Lake has picturesque views of Austin’s skyline.
Kayak & Paddleboard Rentals at Lady Bird Lake – Live Love Paddle and Rowing Dock are two of many hourly rental options to get you out on the lake.
Museum of the Weird – As the name implies, this museum features an array of curios & oddities, from Bigfoot to shrunken heads, plus a gift shop.
South Congress Bridge Bats - Nearly one and a half million Mexican free-tailed bats in Austin call the South Congress Bridge home from March to September and they take flight every night at sundown.
Texas State Capitol – Free tours are offered daily and hear your voice echo in the center of The Rotunda.
Round Rock Express – 30-minutes north of Austin, this AAA affiliate of the Texas Rangers, will play home games Tuesday through Sunday against the Salt Lake City Bees.
Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum – This museum highlights the light and accomplishments of the nation’s 36th President.
Bullock Texas State History Museum – Learn the story of Texas or take in a movie at the 3D IMAX theater.
Mexic-Arte Museum - Showcases traditional and contemporary Mexican, Latino, and Latin American art and culture.
Waterloo Records - The city’s largest music store is well-stocked with new releases from both indie and major label artists.
Barton Springs Pool - Located in the 360-acre Zilker Park, this pool features clear water fed from underground springs that stays 68 degrees year round.
The Contemporary Austin Jones Center & The Contemporary Austin at Laguna Gloria – The first is a downtown museum with rotating exhibits and the second is a vast sculpture garden on Lake Austin.
Mayfield Park & Preserve – 21-acre nature preserve with historic cottage and free-roaming peacocks.