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Alternative names: Settled: 1835Population: 931.8 thous. (2019)Area: 319.5 mi²Elevation: 522 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 30°16'12"N, 97°44'25"W
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Austin Attractions - What to See and Explore

Austin offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Texas State Capitol, Blanton Museum of Art, Texas State Cemetery, Heroes of the Alamo Monument. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • texas state capitol austin
    Home to the state legislature

    Texas State Capitol

    The Texas State Capitol, located in the heart of Austin, is a prominent landmark that serves as the home of the Texas legislature and the office of the governor. Completed in 1888, this historic structure is an architectural marvel, renowned for its distinctive...

  • blanton museum of art austin
    Museum • Art museum • Art gallery

    Blanton Museum of Art

    Nestled in the heart of Austin, Texas, the Blanton Museum of Art stands as a cultural beacon for art lovers and tourists alike. As one of the foremost university art museums in the country, it is part of the University of Texas at Austin and offers a diverse collection...

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    Cemetery • Central East Austin

    Texas State Cemetery

    Nestled in the vibrant city of Austin, Texas, the Texas State Cemetery serves as a solemn and dignified resting place for the state's most notable citizens. This hallowed ground is not only a cemetery but also a shrine to Texas's rich political history and cultural...

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    Monuments and statues • Downtown Austin

    Heroes of the Alamo Monument

    The Heroes of the Alamo Monument is an outdoor memorial commemorating those who fought and died during the Battle of the Alamo, installed on the Texas State Capitol grounds, in Austin, Texas, United States. It was designed by J.S.

  • circuit of the americas austin
    Sport venue • Sport • Racetrack

    Circuit of the Americas

    Circuit of the Americas is a Grade 1 FIA-specification 5.514-kilometre motor racing track and facilities located within the extraterritorial jurisdiction of Austin, Texas in the United States.

  • darrell k royal texas memorial stadium austin
    Sport venue • Sport • Arenas and stadiums

    Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium

    Darrell K Royal Memorial Stadium, located in Austin, Texas, on the campus of the University of Texas, has been home to the Longhorns football team since 1924.

  • mexic arte museum austin
    Museum • Art museum • Art gallery

    Mexic-Arte Museum

    Mexic-Arte Museum is a fine arts museum in Austin, Texas. The Mission of the organization is to enrich and educate the community through the presentation and promotion of traditional and contemporary Mexican, Latino, and Latino art and culture.

  • mount bonnell austin
    Hill • Natural attraction • Park

    Mount Bonnell

    Mount Bonnell, also known as Covert Park, is a prominent point alongside the Lake Austin portion of the Colorado River in Austin, Texas. It has been a popular tourist destination since the 1850s. The mount provides a vista for viewing the city of Austin, Lake Austin, and the surrounding hills.

  • bullock texas state history museum austin
    Museum • History museum • Cinema

    Bullock Texas State History Museum

    The Bullock Texas State History Museum is a history museum in Austin, Texas. The museum, located a few blocks north of the Texas State Capitol at 1800 North Congress Avenue in Austin, Texas, is dedicated to interpreting the continually unfolding "Story of Texas" to the broadest...

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    Tower

    Main Building

    The Main Building is a structure at the center of the University of Texas at Austin campus in Downtown Austin, Texas, United States. The Main Building's 307-foot tower has 27 floors and is one of the most recognizable symbols of the university and the city.

  • zilker botanical garden austin
    Garden • Park • Botanical garden

    Zilker Botanical Garden

    The Zilker Botanical Garden is a botanical garden of varied topography located on the south bank of the Colorado River at 2220 Barton Springs Road, near downtown Austin, Texas, United States.

  • cactus cafe austin
    Music venue

    Cactus Cafe

    The Cactus Café is a live music venue and bar on the campus of The University of Texas at Austin.

  • texas memorial museum austin
    Museum • Natural history museum

    Texas Memorial Museum

    The Texas Memorial Museum, located on the campus of the University of Texas at Austin in Austin, Texas, USA, was created during preparations for the Texas Centennial Exposition held in 1936.

  • ann w richards congress avenue bridge austin
    Bridge • Nature and wildlife • Park

    Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge

    The Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge crosses over Lady Bird Lake in Austin, Texas. Before construction of the Longhorn Dam was completed in 1960, the bridge crossed the Colorado River from which Lady Bird Lake is impounded.

  • deep eddy pool austin
    Sport venue • Sport • Body of water

    Deep Eddy Pool

    Deep Eddy Pool is a historic, man-made swimming pool in Austin, Texas. Deep Eddy is the oldest swimming pool in Texas and features a bathhouse built during the Depression era by the Works Progress Administration.

  • cathedral of saint mary austin
    Church • Gothic Revival architecture • Sacred and religious sites

    Cathedral of Saint Mary

    Saint Mary's Cathedral is the cathedral parish of the Catholic Diocese of Austin located in Austin, Texas, United States. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973, as St. Mary's Cathedral.

  • paramount theatre austin
    Theater • Concerts and shows • Cinema

    Paramount Theatre

    The Paramount Theatre is a live theatre venue/movie theatre located in downtown Austin, Texas. The classical revival style structure was built in 1915. The building was listed in the National Register of Historic Places on June 23, 1976.

  • umlauf sculpture garden and museum austin
    Museum • Art museum • Art gallery

    Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum

    The Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum, stylized as the UMLAUF, is a museum and outdoor sculpture garden centered on the artistic works of American sculptor Charles Umlauf. Located at 605 Azie Morton Road in the Zilker neighborhood of Austin, Texas, the garden is adjacent to Austin's Zilker Park.

  • lady bird johnson wildflower center austin
    Garden • Nature and wildlife • Park

    Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

    The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center at The University of Texas at Austin is the state botanical garden and arboretum of Texas.

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    Scholz Garten

    Central Austin
    NightlifeRestaurantDowntown Austin
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    Ritz

    Central Austin
    NightlifeCinemaDowntown Austin
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    Esther's Follies

    Central Austin
    TheaterComedy clubNightlifeDowntown Austin
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    Emo's

    Central Austin
    Music venueNightlifeBars and clubsDowntown Austin
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    Sixth Street

    Central Austin
    StreetNightlifeDancingDowntown Austin
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Austin – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Austin, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Longhorn Cavern State Park (Burnet), Hamilton Pool Preserve (Dripping Springs), Dell Diamond (Round Rock).

  • longhorn cavern state park burnet46 milesNW
    Natural attraction, State park, Park

    Longhorn Cavern State Park, Burnet

    Nestled in the heart of Burnet County, Texas, Longhorn Cavern State Park is a natural wonder that draws visitors from near and far. Known for its extraordinary cave, the park offers a unique subterranean experience that is both educational and awe-inspiring.

  • hamilton pool preserve dripping springs24 milesW
    Natural attraction, Nature and wildlife, Park

    Hamilton Pool Preserve, Dripping Springs

    Nestled in the rugged terrain of the Texas Hill Country lies Hamilton Pool Preserve, a natural oasis that has captivated visitors with its serene beauty and unique geological features. Located near the city of Dripping Springs, just a short drive from Austin, this...

  • dell diamond round rock19 milesN
    Arenas and stadiums, Baseball, Sport

    Dell Diamond, Round Rock

    Dell Diamond is the home stadium of the Round Rock Express, the Triple-A Minor League Baseball affiliate of the Texas Rangers major league baseball team. On April 16, 2000, the then-Double-A affiliate Express played their first home game at the stadium.

  • h e b center cedar park19 milesN
    Arenas and stadiums, Hockey, Basketball

    H-E-B Center, Cedar Park

    H-E-B Center at Cedar Park is an indoor arena located in Cedar Park, Texas, near Austin. Originally named the Cedar Park Center, the arena is home to the Texas Stars of the American Hockey League and the Austin Spurs of the NBA G League.

  • inner space cavern georgetown24 milesN
    Natural attraction, Park, Cave

    Inner Space Cavern, Georgetown

    Inner Space Cavern is a karst cave located in Georgetown, Texas. The cavern was formed by water passing through Edwards limestone.

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Best Time To Visit Austin

Learn when is the best time to travel to Austin weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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April, July and October are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in March, May and June.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July, August and September. While the coldest is in January and December.

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in January, March, July, August and December. Most of it rains in May.

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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What are the top attractions to visit in Austin?

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What is the best time to visit Austin?

April, July and October are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in March, May and June. The highest air temperature is in June, July, August and September. While the coldest is in January and December.

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