Things to do in Austin
Froots
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E.A.T. cardholder discount special is the $5 combo meal ($1.20 savings).
11101 Burnet Road
Austin, Texas 78727
512-833-6483
Zilker Park Boat Rentals
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Zilker Park Boat Rentals was established in 1969, shortly after Howard Barnett noticed the beauty and serenity of Town Lake (now Lady Bird Lake). So he opened a canoe rental on the banks of a creek, just downstream from Barton Springs and now have over 100 canoes, paddle boats, and kayaks. This is an evironmentally friendly and family friendly estabilishment where your family should visit when in Zilker Park Austin, Texas!
2201 Barton Springs Road
Austin, Texas 78704
512-478-3852
Zilker Zephyr Miniature Train
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Have Kids? Fun for kids in Austin Texas at the Zilker Zephyr Miniature Train! Ride through Zilker Park with your kids on the green train.
Zilker Park, call for directions
Austin, Texas 78745
512-478-8286
Austin City Limits Music Festival
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This is one of Austin's most famous music festivals where you will over 100+ bands on numerous stages over a 3-day period taking over Zilker Park. One of the most sought out music festivals in America, if you are visiting in September-October, check it out! There is even a stage dedicated to children's music and activities! Tickets sell out fast so make sure you get yours!
Zilker Park
Austin, Texas 78704
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EAST AUSTIN STUDIO TOUR
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As in the past, the East Austin Sudio Tour provides the opportunity to visit Artists Studios in East Austin, 154 in total, which will be open to locals and visitors alike! Usually 2 weekends in the Fall, this is great chance to get an Austin Art Experience and even get a chance to purchase local Austin Art. Did I mention ITS FREE!!!
5305 Bolm Rd Suite 12
Austin, Texas 78721
512-385-1670
Old Pecan Street Festival
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The Pecan Street Festival is a free, bi-annual juried arts and crafts festival held on 6th Street in Austin, Texas. The festival has been an Austin tradition for more than 30 years. The show features artisans from all over the United States who display and sell homemade art and craftwork. Festival goers can find paintings, sculpture, woodwork, candles, jewelry, cowboy hats, home decor, games, and other useful and whimsical household items.
6th Street
Austin, Texas 78701
Bead It!
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If you are in the notorious South Austin area and feel a little creativity coming on, why not stop by this bead haven and make some jewelry? Austin Texas' Bead Headquarters where you can buy, sell, attend classes, and use their tools and facilities to make your beading project! Make a token to remember Austin and this great South Austin location.
2058 South Lamar
Austin, Texas 78704
512-693-2323
Austin Visitors Bureau
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Either check out the website or go visit the bureau. The friendly staff at the bureau will be happy to help you plan your Austin itinerary and let you know what is going on in the city. Their website is another portal of things to do in Ausitn Texas. Feel free to call, they are your free concierge over the phone!
209 East 6th Street
Austin, Texas 78701
512-478-0098
Barton Creek Green Belt
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Visit the beautiful Barton Creek Green Belt! Take a walk, swim, bike ride, climb or run. Austin-ite's treasure this beautiful track of land which we take great care of (pick up your trash and put your dog on a leash in other words). Connected to Zilker Park try visiting Bull Creek as well or the 360 bridge area.
Along the Barton Creek
Austin, Texas 78704