Free & Cheap Things to Do in Austin, TX

  • 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.
  • 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.
Showing 241-250 of 253
0.0 Miles
View Deal
Dream Drive Exotics 4601 Pecan Brook Drive, Austin, TX MoreLess Info
Autocross is a timed competition in which drivers navigate one at a time through a defined course on either a sealed or an unsealed surface
46.0 Miles
83% 6 votes
Bowling 1202 Huisache Avenue, New Braunfels, TX 78130 MoreLess Info
A 30,000-square-foot bowling center, Fiesta Lanes features 36 synthetic lanes along with a sports lounge and a grill. The center also offers a pro shop, party hosting, arcade games, adult beverages and pool tables.
46.7 Miles
100% 2 votes
History Museums 90 Cordova Road, Seguin, TX 78155 MoreLess Info
Consisting of several barns and historical structures in a rural village replica, Texas Agriculture Education & Heritage Center provides visitors with an inside glimpse to farm life. Visitors can explore log cabins, churches, blacksmith shops, and other structures.
46.8 Miles
50% 8 votes
Tubing 1645 Gardenia Drive, New Braunfels, TX 78132 MoreLess Info
Sitting on the Guadalupe River, Whitewater Sports Campground Canoe Raft & Tube offers a variety of tubing excursions. Each floating trip includes a cloth covered tube for comfort along with optional life jackets for safety.
47.6 Miles
- 0 votes
Farms & Ranches 14343 Interstate Highway 35, Salado, TX MoreLess Info
Spanning 200,000-sqft of space, the Wildfire Ranch Area is an indoor equestrian facility that includes a rodeo area, livestock pens, and 250 horse stalls. The facility also has heated grandstands and a concession stand.
48.2 Miles
88% 17 votes
245

Lake LBJ

Lake Burnet, TX MoreLess Info
Originally built to provide hydroelectric power, Lake LBJ, has become a favorite destination for fishing, boating, kayaking, and more. There are also cabins available for rent at various parks around this scenic, reservoir lake.
48.2 Miles
86% 7 votes
National & State Parks Salado, TX MoreLess Info
The small Salado College Hill Park is based around the stablized ruins of the original Salado College building which was constructed in 1860. The park also has a statue of Empressario E.S.C. Robertston.
48.2 Miles
- 0 votes
History Museums 423 S Main Street, Salado, TX 76571 MoreLess Info
The Central Texas Area Museum offers exhibits, resources, genealogical records, and collections focused on the history and culture of the Central Texas area. They emphasize Scottish heritage in particular, and host a number of special events with that theme.
49.2 Miles
64% 14 votes
Sculpture Parks 113 Salado Plaza Drive, Salado, TX MoreLess Info
Open to the public during the daytime throughout the week is the Salado Sculpture Garden. Cast bronze sculptures are provided by celebrated Salado artists for this original exhibit with more soon to follow.
49.4 Miles
95% 241 votes
National & State Parks RR 2 Box 31, Burnet, TX 78611 MoreLess Info
Over 1,200 acres of land that was originally used for cattle ranching in the mid 1800's were turned into Inns Lake State Park in 1950. Today visitors enjoy hiking, camping, swimming, boating, and even scuba diving in the immense lake.
49.6 Miles
56% 9 votes
Movie Theaters 1373 E Walnut Street, Seguin, TX 78155 MoreLess Info
King Ranger Theatres features lighted parking, wheelchair accessible facilities, hearing impaired devices, rocking chair seats, and stadium seating. The movie theater also has all Dolby and DTS Digital Surround Sound.
Showing 241-250 of 253
HAVE SUGGESTIONS FOR COOL AND INTERESTING THINGS TO DO IN THE Austin AREA?
ADD A NEW ATTRACTION TO TRIPBUZZ!