![]() ![]() Check out their location Downtown or in Mueller. Motor over to the Blue Starlite Urban Drive-In to catch an indie film or cult classic at Austin's popular drive-in movie theater. Head to the Congress Avenue Bridge to witness a staggering 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats fly into the sky from beneath the bridge nightly from spring through fall. The museum showcases the city's cultural, economic and architectural transformation from 1855 to the present day.Ĭongress Avenue Bridge Bats. Visit the Neill-Cochran House Museum and take a self-guided tour through Austin history. Take off on the Tejano Walking Trail, a self-guided tour of more than 20 culturally significant Hispanic sites in the East Cesar Chavez and Holly neighborhoods. Explore further to discover the hidden Twin Falls and Sculpture Falls areas. Hike or bike along the Barton Creek Greenbelt to reach Gus Fruh, a swimming hole known for its famed Urban Assault limestone rock wall that’s a favorite of climbers. Take a hike up the stone steps to Mount Bonnell and get a panoramic view of the Austin area. This Lake Austin landmark has been a popular tourist destination since the 1850s. Mount Bonnell, Courtesy Austin Parks & Recreation Department. Order takeout or dine-in on the covered patio. Post up at The Picnic, offering plenty of picnic tables and a variety of food trucks, including Coat & Thai and King of Lobster. Sample Food Trucks at The PicnicĪ food truck stop is a must. Insider Tip: Snap a selfie with the statue of Austin music legend Stevie Ray Vaughan stationed along the route. Rent a bicycle from Barton Springs Bike Rental & Tours and bike the 10-mile Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail that skirts the glittering waters of Lady Bird Lake. Tour Austin City Limits Liveįor the ultimate Austin music tour, visit Austin City Limits (ACL) Live at The Moody Theater and get a behind-the-scenes look at where America’s longest-running television music series is taped. Spend a few hours exploring the picturesque Sculpture Garden and indoor gallery. Walk leafy trails that lead to outdoor artworks by Charles Umlauf at the UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum. See the Cathedral of JunkĮxplore the multilevel part-tree fort, part-modern sculpture Cathedral of Junk, a dense tangle of jungle-like foliage intertwined with an estimated 60 tons of unusual items and tchotchkes (inquire ahead for availability). ![]() Check out even more outdoor venues throughout Austin. Several of Austin’s most popular music venues feature live shows outdoors, including rock and alternative at Mohawk, dance at Cheer Up Charlies and all genres at The Far Out Lounge & Stage. Spend the day at picture-perfect parks like Emma Long Metropolitan Park (prepaid passes required Friday through Sunday and holidays), Reimers Ranch Park (daily use fee payable in cash only), Lockhart State Park (online reservations recommended) and more.Ĭourtesy Far Out Lounge. Explore the Texas Hill Countryĭrive out to the Hill Country for spectacular hikes, state parks and picnic spots. Guerrero Disc Golf Course in East Austin, and the Mary Moore Searight Disc Golf Course in South Austin. Play a Round of Disc GolfĮnjoy a round of disc golf in scenic settings like the Disc Golf Course in Zilker Park, the Roy G. Stop and smell the roses at Zilker Park, a 360-acre oasis in the heart of the city that’s home to the blooming Zilker Botanical Garden (reserve tickets online in advance) and Barton Springs Pool (reservations recommended). Or look for one of the 60+ bike-share stations throughout downtown Austin and rent a BCycle 24 hours a day. Zip around town and do some sightseeing on your own with a bike rental from Mellow Johnny's Bike Shop. Bikes start at $40 for full-day rentals. Or delve into Austin's African American history on wheels with Black History Bike Ride. Join Six Square Historic Tours and experience one of Austin's fascinating Black cultural districts. Head to the Austin Visitor Center and sign up for one of the guided Downtown Walking Tours of landmarks and local heroes. Take a free, self-guided historic walking tour from Preservation Austin and explore the stately Capitol building on Congress Avenue, iconic music venues, noteworthy African-American historic sites and more. Get out there and experience Austin's history. Courtesy of the Texas State Preservation Board. ![]() Stretch your travel dollars with everything from affordable food truck eats and outdoor adventures to free live music and fun tours. Experience the best of Austin-without putting a serious dent in your wallet-with our suggestions for 50 free and cheap things to do while you’re here. ![]()
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