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Attractions (176)

Tours (24)

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Ranked #21 of 176 Attractions in Austin
4.5 of 5 stars 68 reviews
Founded in 1883, this university is steeped in history.
Attraction type  Educational Sites
Distance  1.3 miles from city center
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Ranked #22 of 176 Attractions in Austin
4 of 5 stars 94 reviews
Attraction type  Bar/ Clubs; Dance Club/ Discos; Dams; Country Western Bars
Distance  3.1 miles from city center
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Ranked #23 of 176 Attractions in Austin
4.5 of 5 stars 18 reviews
Attraction type  Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Distance  1.3 miles from city center
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Ranked #24 of 176 Attractions in Austin
4.5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Owner description: This 351 acre park is home to a variety of recreation opportunities and special events for the individual or the whole... more » Owner description: This 351 acre park is home to a variety of recreation opportunities and special events for the individual or the whole family. « less
Attraction type  Playgrounds
Distance  1.3 miles from city center
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Ranked #25 of 176 Attractions in Austin
4 of 5 stars 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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Ranked #26 of 176 Attractions in Austin
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Movie Theaters
Distance  0.3 miles from city center
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Ranked #27 of 176 Attractions in Austin
4.5 of 5 stars 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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Ranked #28 of 176 Attractions in Austin
4.5 of 5 stars 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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Ranked #29 of 176 Attractions in Austin
5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Owner description: This 7,161-yard, par-72 layout course boasts the signature of Tom Fazio, the legendary golf designer, and is considered to be... more » Owner description: 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. « less
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  7.0 miles from city center
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Ranked #30 of 176 Attractions in Austin
4.5 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Attraction type  Churches/ Cathedrals
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Ranked #31 of 176 Attractions in Austin
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Symphonies
Distance  0.6 miles from city center
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Ranked #32 of 176 Attractions in Austin
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  7.0 miles from city center
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Ranked #33 of 176 Attractions in Austin
4.5 of 5 stars 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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Ranked #34 of 176 Attractions in Austin
5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Owner description: Sculptor Elisabeth Ney spent the last years of her life working in this building, which still contains some of her most... more » Owner description: Sculptor Elisabeth Ney spent the last years of her life working in this building, which still contains some of her most beautiful sculpted pieces. « less
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  2.8 miles from city center
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Ranked #35 of 176 Attractions in Austin
4.5 of 5 stars 15 reviews
Attraction type  Monuments/ Statues
Distance  0.5 miles from city center
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Ranked #36 of 176 Attractions in Austin
4.5 of 5 stars 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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Ranked #37 of 176 Attractions in Austin
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  Biking Trails; Hiking Trails
Distance  1.7 miles from city center
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Ranked #38 of 176 Attractions in Austin
4 of 5 stars 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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Ranked #39 of 176 Attractions in Austin
4.5 of 5 stars 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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Ranked #40 of 176 Attractions in Austin
4 of 5 stars 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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Ranked #41 of 176 Attractions in Austin
4 of 5 stars 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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Ranked #42 of 176 Attractions in Austin
4 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Attraction type  Convention Centers
Distance  0.5 miles from city center
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Ranked #43 of 176 Attractions in Austin
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Concerts; Theaters; Performances
Distance  1.5 miles from city center
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Ranked #44 of 176 Attractions in Austin
3.5 of 5 stars 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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Ranked #45 of 176 Attractions in Austin
4 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Spa treatments in a bucolic setting.
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  14.2 miles from city center
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Ranked #46 of 176 Attractions in Austin
3.5 of 5 stars 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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Ranked #47 of 176 Attractions in Austin
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  3.2 miles from city center
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Ranked #48 of 176 Attractions in Austin
3.5 of 5 stars 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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Ranked #49 of 176 Attractions in Austin
4 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Attraction type  Specialty Shops; Sports Camps/ Clinics
Distance  0.6 miles from city center
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Ranked #50 of 176 Attractions in Austin
4 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Observation Decks/ Towers
Distance  1.3 miles from city center
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