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Local Attractions
Austin is a unique city that boasts a laid-back, artsy atmosphere while catering to government officials and maintaining high-tech industries. Use the links below to find out what makes Austin such a diverse and culturally rich city.
- Family Activities (6)
- Golf Courses (4)
- Museums (12)
- National Forests (1)
- National Parks (3)
- Sports (6)
- Venues (11)
- Wineries (5)
6th Street
www.6street.com/6s_pg_about.htm
6th Street is the heart of Austin’s live entertainment scene.
Congress Avenue Bats
www.batcon.org/home/index.asp?idPage=122&idSubPage=66
Watch a mass ascension of up to 1.5 million bats take flight as they emerge from the Congress Avenue Bridge.
The Dillo
www.capmetro.org/riding/downtown_trollies.asp
Explore downtown Austin on these free historic trolleys.
Hamilton's Pool
Hamilton’s pool is a historic swimming hole that features a beautiful waterfall.
Barton Springs Pool
www.ci.austin.tx.us/parks/bartonsprings.htm
Barton Springs Pool is located within Zilker park and maintains a year-round temperature of 68 degrees.
McKinney Falls State Park
www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/mckinney_falls/
Enjoy this beautiful get-away without having to leave the city.
Moonlight Towers
www.texasescapes.com/AustinTexas/Moonlight-Towers-Austin-Tex
See 19th century lighting systems used around the Capitol in Austin.
Mount Bonnell
www.ci.austin.tx.us/parks/parkmaps/downloads/mount_bonnell.p
Mount Bonnell offers breathtaking vistas as visitors trek to the highest point in Austin.
SoCo (South Congress Avenue)
Visit this hip neighborhood to feel the city's unique vibe and experience the creativity of Austin.
Texas Governor's Mansion
www.txfgm.org
Set up reservations to tour this 1888 mansion. The mansion is currenly closed for rennovations.
