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Exploring Austin
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Exploring Austin

Source: https://global.utexas.edu/isss/life-at-ut/austin/exploring-austin Parent: https://global.utexas.edu/isss/life-at-ut/austin

Austin is situated on the banks of the Colorado River and is known for its variety of artistic venues, which feature live music and artistic exhibitions. Here are some fun things to do while you are in the city.

Check out Do512.com, AustinTexas.org, or Meetup to discover what’s happening around town and make the most of your time in the Live Music Capital!

Mt. Bonnell & Mayfield Park

Climb all 106 steps of Mt. Bonnell to enjoy the view and go see the peacocks at Mayfield Park.

Mt. Bonnell

Mayfield Park

Hamilton Pool

Take a friend to Hamilton Pool and experience the miracle of nature.

Congress Avenue Bridge

In the summer, watch millions of bats emerge from under the Congress Avenue Bridge.

The Contemporary Austin (Jones Center + Laguna Gloria)

The Jones Center has two dedicated exhibition spaces, and the Betty and Edward Marcus Sculpture Park at Laguna Gloria has temporary, long-term, and permanent contemporary sculpture and art installations.

Jones Center

Laguna Gloria

Mexic-Arte Museum

The Mexic‐Arte Museum is dedicated to enriching the community through education programs, exhibitions, and the collection, preservation, and interpretation of Mexican, Latino, and Latin American art and culture for visitors of all ages.

Memorial Stadium

Watch the UT Longhorns play at the Darrel K Royal (DKR) Texas Memorial Stadium.

Barton Springs

Swim in the constant 68 degrees, spring-fed Barton Springs in Zilker Park.

State Capitol Building

Tour our historic State Capitol Building.

Lake Austin

Visit Pennybacker Bridge or go boating on Lake Austin.

Pennybacker Bridge (shown above)

Address: N Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78730

LBJ Library & Museum

Learn about the life and legacy of the 36th President, Lyndon Baines Johnson, at the LBJ Library & Museum.

Address: 2313 Red River St, Austin, TX 78705

Phone: (512) 721-0200

Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

Explore the beautifully landscaped gardens of the national Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.

The Paramount Theatre

Take in a movie, show, or festival at one of Texas's oldest theaters, The Paramount.

Broken Spoke

Learn to dance the traditional Texas two-step and enjoy southern food classics at the Broken Spoke.

Bullock Texas State History Museum

The Bullock is dedicated to interpreting the continually unfolding "Story of Texas" to the broadest possible audience through meaningful educational experiences.

Umlauf Sculpture Garden

Museum and outdoor sculpture garden centered on the artistic works of American sculptor Charles Umlauf.

Longhorn Caverns

Explore the beauty of the Longhorn Caverns.

Cathedral of Junk

Tour the weird and whimsical Cathedral of Junk, a multilevel shelter made with 60+ tons of used furniture, home goods & other junk.

Eeyore's Birthday Party

Celebrate at Eeyores Birthday Party, a uniquely Austin event.