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Holiday Inn Austin Town Lake
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Ranked #21 of 176 Attractions in Austin
68 reviews
Attraction type Educational Sites
Distance 1.3 miles from city center
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- "Almo Mater" May 9, 2012
- "The campus is amazing!" May 8, 2012
- "Impressive Campus" May 5, 2012
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Ranked #22 of 176 Attractions in Austin
94 reviews
Attraction type Bar/ Clubs; Dance Club/ Discos; Dams; Country Western Bars
Distance 3.1 miles from city center
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- "Good for Country Music and f..." May 27, 2012
- "Vintage Texas honky-tonk in..." May 21, 2012
- "Nice and clean fun!" May 21, 2012
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Ranked #23 of 176 Attractions in Austin
18 reviews
Attraction type Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Distance 1.3 miles from city center
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- "New Alumni addition is cool!" May 10, 2012
- "Home of the Longhorns! Grea..." May 6, 2012
- "Texas Football-It's A Religi..." Apr 24, 2012
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Ranked #24 of 176 Attractions in Austin
13 reviews
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This 351 acre park is home to a variety of recreation opportunities and special events for the individual or the whole...
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Attraction type Playgrounds
Distance 1.3 miles from city center
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- "kids loved it" May 6, 2012
- "My son loves the Park!" Apr 30, 2012
- "My kid love it!" Apr 17, 2012
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Ranked #25 of 176 Attractions in Austin
86 reviews
Beautiful park looming almost 800 feet over Austin.
Attraction type Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas; Parks; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Lookouts
Distance 3.9 miles from city center
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- "Relaxing" May 28, 2012
- "Beautiful view" May 28, 2012
- "Mount Bonnell" May 23, 2012
Ranked #26 of 176 Attractions in Austin
3 reviews
Attraction type Movie Theaters
Distance 0.3 miles from city center
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- "Great Small Movie Theatre" May 6, 2012
- "Wonderful movie experience" Mar 27, 2012
- "Great theatre, good bar, dec..." Dec 29, 2011
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Ranked #27 of 176 Attractions in Austin
21 reviews
The Blanton Museum of Art at The University of Texas at Austin is one of the foremost university art museums in the country. It has the largest and most comprehensive collection... more »
Attraction type Art Museums
Distance 1.0 miles from city center
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- "Excellent museum" May 14, 2012
- "Great place to visit" May 13, 2012
- "Its art." Apr 14, 2012
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Ranked #28 of 176 Attractions in Austin
12 reviews
Sculptor Charles Umlauf's home and studio, featuring over 250 sculptures.
Attraction type Art Museums
Distance 1.3 miles from city center
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- "Beautiful & serene" May 22, 2012
- "A tranquil and lovely place..." May 17, 2012
- "Interesting" Apr 27, 2012
Ranked #29 of 176 Attractions in Austin
5 reviews
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This 7,161-yard, par-72 layout course boasts the signature of Tom Fazio, the legendary golf designer, and is considered to be...
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This 7,161-yard, par-72 layout course boasts the signature of Tom Fazio, the legendary golf designer, and is considered to be one of the best in Texas.
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Attraction type Golf Courses
Distance 7.0 miles from city center
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- "Shabby clubhouse, wonderful..." Feb 17, 2012
- "Awwww. Why go anywhere else..." Dec 22, 2011
- "fantastic green - even in dr..." Nov 20, 2011
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Ranked #30 of 176 Attractions in Austin
11 reviews
Attraction type Churches/ Cathedrals
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- "Magical Wedding" May 19, 2012
- "pretty place" May 10, 2012
- "breathtaking" Apr 4, 2012
Ranked #31 of 176 Attractions in Austin
5 reviews
Attraction type Symphonies
Distance 0.6 miles from city center
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- "Century old orchestra" Mar 29, 2012
- "Love it" Mar 8, 2012
- "Class Acts" Feb 4, 2012
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Ranked #32 of 176 Attractions in Austin
5 reviews
Attraction type Golf Courses
Distance 7.0 miles from city center
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- "Been a member for years" Apr 14, 2012
- "Great Course, Minimal "extra..." Feb 16, 2012
- "Excellent Course" Feb 1, 2012
Ranked #33 of 176 Attractions in Austin
12 reviews
Luxurious theater dating back to 1915 now hosts Broadway shows.
Attraction type Theaters
Distance 0.2 miles from city center
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- "Fun old time theater with lo..." May 15, 2012
- "Retro Cool in the Heart of A..." Apr 18, 2012
- "Great kid plays" Apr 12, 2012
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Ranked #34 of 176 Attractions in Austin
6 reviews
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Sculptor Elisabeth Ney spent the last years of her life working in this building, which still contains some of her most...
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Sculptor Elisabeth Ney spent the last years of her life working in this building, which still contains some of her most beautiful sculpted pieces.
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Attraction type Art Museums
Distance 2.8 miles from city center
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- "The quirky house and museum..." May 18, 2012
- "Her work in Washington and A..." Mar 29, 2012
- "Unique museum with special c..." Feb 8, 2012
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Ranked #35 of 176 Attractions in Austin
15 reviews
Attraction type Monuments/ Statues
Distance 0.5 miles from city center
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- "I want to go Stevie Ray Vaug..." May 19, 2012
- "Stevie Ray Vaughan - Enough..." May 12, 2012
- "Meh." May 10, 2012
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Ranked #36 of 176 Attractions in Austin
6 reviews
This bronze statue commemorates the life and music of singer/songwriter Stevie Ray Vaughan.
Attraction type Monuments/ Statues
Distance 0.5 miles from city center
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- "Stevie Ray Vaughan - Enough..." May 12, 2012
- "Great memorial to an amazing..." May 6, 2012
- "Town Lake" Apr 28, 2012
Ranked #37 of 176 Attractions in Austin
7 reviews
Attraction type Biking Trails; Hiking Trails
Distance 1.7 miles from city center
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- "Hike and swim. Escape the ci..." Apr 13, 2012
- "Hiking!!! In the middle of a..." Mar 22, 2012
- "Walk in the Park" Feb 9, 2012
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Ranked #38 of 176 Attractions in Austin
9 reviews
Sydney Porter, the writer known as O. Henry, lived in this Victorian cottage from 1893 to 1895.
Attraction type Historic Sites
Distance 0.4 miles from city center
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- "What an interesting place!" Apr 28, 2012
- "Interesting and informative" Apr 23, 2012
- "Get a little more color on A..." Mar 17, 2012
Ranked #39 of 176 Attractions in Austin
7 reviews
A museum detailing the geological and anthropological history of the state.
Attraction type History Museums
Distance 1.5 miles from city center
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- "Free natural history museum" Apr 13, 2012
- "Interesting for kids and adu..." Mar 27, 2012
- "Dinosaurs and Fossils and WI..." Mar 18, 2012
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Ranked #40 of 176 Attractions in Austin
38 reviews
This tranquil, 641-acre park offers a wide variety of outdoor recreation including fishing, mountain biking and hiking.
Attraction type State Parks
Distance 6.1 miles from city center
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- "Nice Family Outting Place" May 21, 2012
- "Best time ever" May 18, 2012
- "Falls and Camping" May 2, 2012
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Ranked #41 of 176 Attractions in Austin
13 reviews
Austin Nature & Science Center This is a great little zoo area with local animals. Information related to present attractions and planned visitation can be found at the... more »
Attraction type Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance 1.8 miles from city center
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- "My nine-year-old self was in..." Apr 18, 2012
- "Great for kiddos" Apr 13, 2012
- "Nature is the key word" Apr 8, 2012
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Ranked #42 of 176 Attractions in Austin
11 reviews
Attraction type Convention Centers
Distance 0.5 miles from city center
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- "Austin is THE PLACE to host..." May 13, 2012
- "Right-sized for Austin" May 10, 2012
- "Spacious floor plan for high..." Mar 27, 2012
Ranked #43 of 176 Attractions in Austin
3 reviews
Attraction type Concerts; Theaters; Performances
Distance 1.5 miles from city center
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- "Wicked is wonderful! Fabulou..." Feb 11, 2012
- "Wickedly wonderful" Feb 9, 2012
- "awesome concert venue" Oct 17, 2011
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Ranked #44 of 176 Attractions in Austin
47 reviews
Sixth Street Austin's most famous night location, Sixth Street, is a busy street lined with clubs, restaurants, pubs and galleries located between Lavaca Avenue and I-35 in... more »
Attraction type Neighborhoods; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance 0.0 miles from city center
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- "party, party, party" May 23, 2012
- "sixth street" May 20, 2012
- "Won't go back for awhile" May 20, 2012
Ranked #45 of 176 Attractions in Austin
5 reviews
Spa treatments in a bucolic setting.
Attraction type Spas
Distance 14.2 miles from city center
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- "Nice spa" Apr 23, 2012
- "Excellent mani/pedi" Apr 16, 2012
- "The Original Day Spa" Feb 4, 2012
Ranked #46 of 176 Attractions in Austin
9 reviews
Weekly train ride that tours on a 33-mile journey through Texas' Hill Country.
Attraction type Scenic Railroads
Distance 18.2 miles from city center
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- "Amazing fun and history in t..." Mar 20, 2012
- "Great for couples, families..." Jan 20, 2012
- "Historic, Interesting and Re..." Aug 9, 2011
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Ranked #47 of 176 Attractions in Austin
3 reviews
Attraction type Spas
Distance 3.2 miles from city center
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- "Great couples massage" Mar 5, 2012
- "BEST I EVER HAD" May 30, 2011
- "Great massage" Feb 1, 2008
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Ranked #48 of 176 Attractions in Austin
66 reviews
Zoo in Austin featuring many animals.
Attraction type Zoos; Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance 11.4 miles from city center
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- "Love Feeding Animals" May 5, 2012
- "Austin Zoo & Animal Sanctuar..." May 2, 2012
- "Small non-profit rescue zoo" Apr 26, 2012
Ranked #49 of 176 Attractions in Austin
9 reviews
Attraction type Specialty Shops; Sports Camps/ Clinics
Distance 0.6 miles from city center
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- "very knowledgeable" May 1, 2012
- "Detail" Apr 20, 2012
- "Great service, quality shoe" Mar 8, 2012
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Ranked #50 of 176 Attractions in Austin
10 reviews
Attraction type Architectural Buildings; Observation Decks/ Towers
Distance 1.3 miles from city center
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- "Great views one of the few..." May 15, 2012
- "Visiting Austin? UT Tower sh..." May 12, 2012
- "spectacular View" Apr 21, 2012
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