Things To Do

Create new family memories in Austin, Texas with a visit to the Zilker Metropolitan Park and take a hike along the Lady Bird Lake, or swim at Barton Springs Pool, a natural swimming hole fed by underground springs. Visit the Austin Zoo and Animal Sanctuary where you can see more than 300 animals from around the world, and after that you can head to the Austin Aquarium, an interactive and educational experience where you can see more than 500 species of marine and freshwater animals, including sharks, alligators, and rays.

For a more thrilling adventure, head to the Austin360 Amphitheater at Circuit of The Americas, and catch a concert or experience a racing event, or hit up the nearby Schlitterbahn Water Park, where you can cool off on water rides and lazy rivers. And for those looking for outdoor fun, head to the Austin’s Bat Watching at the Congress Avenue Bridge, where you can see the world’s largest urban bat colony take flight each evening.

For those that love to play in the sun, there are a number of great options in Austin. Rent a paddleboat or kayak on Lady Bird Lake and enjoy a relaxing time with your family, or take a bike tour to explore the city on two wheels.

At night, check out the city’s thriving music scene, with options ranging from intimate clubs to large concert venues. Visit the Continental Club, one of Austin’s most legendary music venues, or catch a live show at the iconic Moody Theater, known for its live tapings of Austin City Limits TV show. And finish the night at Rainey Street, a historic neighborhood known for its trendy bars and food trucks.