- The list below includes 107 free or cheap things to do in or near Austin, Texas, including 78 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Historic Districts, Landmarks and Music Venue.
- From Town Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail to Town Lake, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Austin and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Cedar Park, Pflugerville, Dripping Springs and Round Rock.
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Participants test their driving skills on a track filled with twists and turns during this autocross experience
29.2 Miles
Located on the city's dam, Rio Vista Park is a 13-acre park dedicated to recreation and water sports. The park offer kayaking, picnic areas, hiking trails, basketball, tennis and more.
29.3 Miles
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22 votes
602 North Interstate Highway 35, San Marcos, TX 78666
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The Olympic Outdoor Center under the leadership of Ben Kvanli gives kayak trips, and paddling experiences to over 50,000 veterans. The company works in conjunction with VA hospitals across Texas.
29.4 Miles
A live music venue and club, the Cheatham Street Warehouse hosts a variety of country and western performers, whether local, regional, or nationally touring. The venue also hosts songwriters' circles to foster local talent.
29.8 Miles
The only earthquake formed cave in America is located at Wonder World Park, and visitors can visit the Balcones Fault Line Cave. Visitors can also tour Mystery Mountain and Wildlife Park, ride a train, see for miles from the Tejas Observation Tower, and experience the anti-gravity house.
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off of Hwy. 165, Dripping Springs, TX
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Located on top of one of the highest rolling hills of the Blanco River Valley, the Onion Creek Kitchens at Juniper Hills Farm is a prominent cooking school. All cooking skill levels can be accommodated in the food courses, and the venue can be booked for private events.
29.8 Miles
Individuals who travel with Wimberley Zipline Adventures get views of creeks and canyons of the Wimberley Valley. The zipline tour lasts nearly two hours and covers an area of roughly 15 miles.
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Cape Street, San Marcos, TX 78666
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At John J Stokes San Marcos River State Park, visitors can kayak, canoe, and swim in a river surrounded by natural wilderness. The river has a rope swing and man made waterfall that locals like to jump off of.
29.9 Miles
Specializing in horse riding training, Reach Out Ranch offers lessons for beginners and guided trail rides for intermediate level riders. The ranch has an arena where guests will learn how to ride Western style.
30.6 Miles
Open for leagues, parties and casual bowlers, Sunset Bowling Lanes features 24 lanes of bowling with shoe rental. The bowling alley after offers a snack bar with food and drinks as well as an arcade.
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Located on a hilltop, high above Canyon Lake, Overlook Park provides the perfect viewing area to see the lake and the Canyon Dam. The park features a hiking trail that leads down to a small beach, and another accesses a walking trail across the Dam.