10 Best Tourist Attractions in Austin Tx USA
.jpg)
Austin, Texas is known as the Live Music Capital of the world. It is home to unlimited entertainment, rich cultural heritage, historical evidence, and outstanding beauty. Here’s your guide to the 10 best tourist attractions in Austin, Texas you surely wouldn’t want to miss when visiting Austin.
Are you curious about the 4000-year-old Texas glorified history? You must visit the Texas State History Museum (Established in 2001) spread across 3 floors of original artifacts, multiple ever-changing exhibitions, and two theaters to enlighten its visitors of the Texas glorified culture.
Zilker Metropolitan Park
Beat the humid subtropical waves of Austin in the lap of lush green grass and shady oaks at the largest park in Austin. Riverside walking, a volleyball court, a disc golf course, toy trains, and boating are the fun activities you can relish here.
Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Colorado River flowing under the highest point (775 feet) of Austin city, Mount Bonnell. If you are a photography buff, this place offers the best Austin skyline view for your candid shots.
Texas State Capitol
This historic statehouse is a must-visit destination for every traveler. It offers a 30-min free tour to marvel at its ornate architecture, culminating in the beautiful spread of lawns, fun and knowledgeable exhibitions, and great food.
This 641-acre splendid park houses a gigantic waterfall, about 80 campsites, and several outdoor recreational activities like hiking, cycling, swimming, and wildlife observation.
Congress Avenue Bridge
Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge is the perfect destination for a romantic evening in Austin with more than 1.5 million Mexican bats adorning the walls of the bridge. The short boat tours are a must-have experience when you visit Austin.
Whether you stay at the Driskill or not, a visit to the oldest hotel in Austin on the Brazos and Sixth Street is mandatory. Built-in 1886, it is grandiose and holds much historical value.
It is Austin's all-in-one hang-out destination for shopping, music, and local gastronomy. Enjoy local boutiques and thrift stores by the daylight and affordable eateries by the evening sky and live music.
LBJ Presidential Library
Established in 1971 to honor the 36th President of the United States, Landon B. Johnson Library is situated at the University of Texas, Austin. The iconic 10-story monument houses nearly 45 million documents and other collections giving a complete account of his political career.
For all music lovers, the Continental Club is the premiere destination to enjoy live country music. Established in 1955, it is a proud host of great roots, swing, blues, country, and rockabilly.
Dr Bhumica Agarwal
#traveldiaries #historical #wanderlust #explore #tourism
