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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Austin Nature and Science Center ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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2. Inner Space Cavern ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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3. Thinkery

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4. Bullock Texas State History Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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5. Barton Springs Pool, Austin

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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6. Austin Toy Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© Austin Toy Museum

7. Mayfield Park and Nature Preserve

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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8. Jourdan-Bachman Pioneer Farms

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© Jourdan-Bachman Pioneer Farms

9. The Yard Austin

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10. Congress Avenue Bridge

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11. Zach Theatre

Category: Entertainment Near Me
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12. BookPeople, Austin

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13. Austin Zoo and Animal Sanctuary

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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14. Sparky Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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15. Toy Joy Store

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16. Lady Bird Lake, Austin

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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17. Easy Tiger Bake Shop and Beer Garden

Category: Shopping & Stuff
© Easy Tiger Bake Shop and Beer Garden

18. Plate by Dzintra

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19. Dinosaur Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • If you are planning a family vacation in Austin, Texas, you can look forward to fun-filled days spent both indoors and outdoors.
  • The city has several world-class museums for families to visit, including the Bullock Texas State History Museum, Thinkery, the Fire Museum, and the Texas Memorial Museum.
  • You can take the children to explore the Austin Nature and Science Center, the Dinosaur Park, and the Jourdan-Bachman Pioneer Farms.

When to Visit - Austin, Texas Weather by Month

Month High (°F) Low (°F) Precip. (in) Conditions
January 58 35 2.0 Mild & Sunny
February 63 38 2.0 Mild & Sunny
March 70 45 2.5 Warm & Sunny
April 78 55 2.0 Warm & Sunny
May 85 62 3.0 Warm & Humid
June 92 70 3.5 Hot & Humid
July 95 75 2.5 Hot & Humid
August 94 73 2.0 Hot & Humid
September 88 65 3.0 Warm & Humid
October 78 55 2.0 Warm & Sunny
November 65 40 2.0 Mild & Sunny
December 58 35 2.0 Mild & Sunny

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