Things to Do with Kids in Austin, TX

  • TripBuzz found 113 things to do with kids in or near Austin, Texas, including 84 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pflugerville, Cedar Park, Round Rock and Dripping Springs.
  • From Town Lake to Barton Springs Pool, the Austin area offers 78 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Historic Districts, Landmarks and Colleges & Universities.
  • Austin serves as the state capital of Texas and is home to many of the state's prominent icons. With its emphasis on local culture and a major university in the city, there is a large number of live music venues in multiple music genres and styles. The large size of the urban area also makes it popular for festivals throughout the year.
  • TripBuzz found 113 things to do with kids in or near Austin, Texas, including 84 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pflugerville, Cedar Park, Round Rock and Dripping Springs.
  • From Town Lake to Barton Springs Pool, the Austin area offers 78 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Historic Districts, Landmarks and Colleges & Universities.
  • Austin serves as the state capital of Texas and is home to many of the state's prominent icons. With its emphasis on local culture and a major university in the city, there is a large number of live music venues in multiple music genres and styles. The large size of the urban area also makes it popular for festivals throughout the year.
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0.0 Miles
Nonprofit rescue zoo provides a home for more than 300 animals and 100 species
0.6 Miles
93% 361 votes
Lake Interstate 35, Austin, TX 78704 MoreLess Info
Visitors of Town Lake are able to rent rowboats and canoes to enjoy Lake Austin on a more intimate level. It is possible to view the heart of downtown from the water-based vantage area with the help of this equipment rental company.
1.5 Miles
91% 2125 votes
Swimming Pool 2201 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704 MoreLess Info
Fed from underground springs and measuring almost 3-acres in size, Barton Springs Pool, has been attracting swimmers to its natural water for decades. Now listed as a federally protected habitat, the pool is open for year round swimming.
7.2 Miles
Pinballz Arcade is a 13,000 square foot arcade offering over 200 arcade games, featuring both classic and new games. The arcade also maintains an in-house cafe and is available for private party hosting.
11.7 Miles
Zoos 10807 Rawhide Trail, Austin, TX 78709 MoreLess Info
The Austin Zoo and Animal Sanctuary has over 300 animals representing over 100 different species. This zoo is one of the few to have Barbary lions that scientists believe have been extinct in the wild since 1942.
13.0 Miles
42% 332 votes
Aquariums 13530 N Hwy 183, Ste 101, Austin, TX 78750 MoreLess Info
Housing fish from all over the world, Austin Aquarium has tanks with sharks, stingrays, amphibians, and more. Food can be purchased and fed to the stingrays by visitors with the help of trained staff.
11.7 Miles
98% 340 votes
Kayaking 1602 East Riverside Dr., Austin, TX 78741 MoreLess Info
Organizing expeditions down the Colorado Rivers, Live Love Paddle offers visitors the chance to see city landmarks like the Congress Avenue Bridge with riverfront views. Each tour last 2 hours and includes a kayak rental.
1.4 Miles
91% 682 votes
Parks 2100 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78746 MoreLess Info
Housed on 351 acres of publicly owned land, Zilker Metropolitan Park is a family destination that includes a spring-fed pool for swimming, picnic areas, hiking trails and a large playground. Visit the park's Zilker Botanical Gardens, or ride a miniature train. A theatre hosts outdoor concerts.
0.9 Miles
89% 2035 votes
History Museums 1800 N Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701 MoreLess Info
Since 2001, visitors from all over the world have come to the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum to learn more about the proud state. Featuring three floors of exhibits showcasing the rich history of Texas and its people.
1.4 Miles
83% 534 votes
Movie Theaters 1120 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704 MoreLess Info
Featuring a mix of classic films and blockbuster hits, Alamo Drafthouse Cinema offers visitors a movie theater dining experience with a wide selection of beer to choose from. The lobby has a photo op for a scene from The Shining.
0.3 Miles
82% 400 votes
Movie Theaters 434 W. 2nd St., Austin, TX MoreLess Info
Showing a combination of first run Hollywood films and independents, art films, and documentaries, Austin's Violet Crown Cinema also features a bar and cafe with an extensive menu of food and drink options.
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