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Things To Do in Austin

Discover Texas Hill Country

From one-of-a-kind museums and historic landmarks to the picturesque beauty of natural parks, you can find it all in Austin & the surrounding Hill Country. Contact our concierge for more information.

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Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve

4 Minutes Driving

Check out 227 picturesque acres of trees surrounded by businesses and houses near Loop 360. Guided hikes are offered here, as well as stargazing and sustainable trail maintenance activities.

A vibrant skyline at sunset, with colorful clouds reflecting above a lush green park, creating a serene urban landscape.

Zilker Park

14 Minutes Driving

Located in the south of Austin, Zilker Park is known as the city’s most beloved park. It’s situated on 350 acres right off Lady Bird Lake, offering a great urban locale for outdoor activities.

Lady Bird Lake

23 Minutes Driving

Lady Bird Lake is a sprawling reservoir connected to the Colorado River. The lake is now a popular destination for recreation like hiking, biking, paddleboarding, and more.

Hamilton Pool Preserve

35 Minutes Driving

Located in Travis Country, Texas, Hamilton Pool Preserve is a beautiful natural swimming pool nestled beneath a 50-foot waterfall within the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve.

Deep Eddy Pool

13 Minutes Driving

This historic attraction opened as a resort in the 1920s and is also the oldest swimming pool throughout all of Texas. Nowadays, it offers lap swimming and a wading pool for visitors.

Bullock Texas State History Museum

18 Minutes Driving

Three floors of detailed, interactive exhibits tell the ‘Story of Texas’ while visitors can also enjoy special effects at shows in the Texas Spirit Theater and Austin's premier IMAX Theater.

The Domain

18 Minutes Driving

Located in a picturesque setting with park amenities and landscaped features, The Domain features a variety of upscale restaurants, retail shops, nightlife destinations, and more.

Texas State Capitol

18 Minutes Driving

Located in downtown Austin, the Texas State Capitol houses the offices of the Texas Legislature. It is also the largest capitol building in the United States.

Austin FC (Austin Football Club)

17 Minutes Driving

Based at the Q2 Stadium in North Austin, the Austin Football Club is a professional Major League Soccer club that competes in the league’s Western Conference.

The University of Texas at Austin

21 Minutes Driving

Founded in 1883, The University of Texas at Austin is a world-class public research university with over 50,000 students and degrees covering over 170 fields of study.

South Congress Avenue

16 Minutes Driving

South Congress Avenue, also known as SoCo, is an exciting neighborhood and local hangout located just south of Lady Bird Lake. The area boasts great dining, shopping, and more.

ACL Live at The Moody Theater

16 Minutes Driving

With space for up to 2,750 people, Austin City Limits at The Moody Theater is a lively concert venue in the city’s 2nd Street District. This space regularly hosts exciting shows, performances, and more.