Austin
Zoo - At Austin Zoo, both adults and kids
can enjoy the Hill Country setting and experience a close-up
visit with animals from around the world. Austin zoo serves
as a sanctuary for animal residents and visitors alike;
providing an atmosphere for fun, living and learning.
The
Dixie Dude Ranch - Dixie Dude is a
working stock ranch. Explore the ranch on hiking trails,
hunt for fossils and arrowheads or check out their
century-old barn and Range War Cemetery. You and your family
can enjoy your choice of planned activities such as
horseback riding, swimming, hayrides, campfire sing-alongs,
dancing and lots of Western fun.
The Austin Nature and Science Center - A
""living museum,"" whose efforts are focused on the creative
use of specifically planned interpretive exhibits, programs,
collections, and trails.
The
National Museum of the Pacific War - The
only institution in the continental United States dedicated
exclusively to telling the story of the Pacific Theater
battles of World War II. Located on a seven-acre site, the
Center includes the George Bush Gallery, Admiral Nimitz
Museum, Plaza of Presidents, Veterans' Walk of Honor,
Japanese Garden of Peace, Pacific War Combat Zone, and the
Center for Pacific War Studies.
Natural Bridge Caverns - Take a tour of
the caverns, visit the Natural Bridge Caverns Mining Company
and learn a lot about identifying gems and minerals while
filling your pockets with treasure, or take the Adventure
Tour through the South Cavern -- a physically demanding and
thrilling excursion into one of the world’s premier caverns.
Friedrich Wilderness Park - Friedrich
Wilderness Park is a nature preserve, with 5.5 miles of
hiking trails wandering through beautiful Texas Hill
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The
Exotic Resort Zoo - A resort designed for
wild animals where people can enjoy their company. Daily
guided Safari tours with over 500 animals including over 80
different species.
X Bar
Ranch - Enjoy a variety of activities
including observation of ranching activities, horseback
riding, birding, bar-b-que dinner, and stock tank swimming.
Clearsprings Aviaries & Zoological Gardens -
Clear Springs Aviaries and Zoological Gardens
is a privately owned collection of rare and endangered
exotic birds.
Caverns of Sonora - The Caverns of Sonora
is a natural cave that is one of the most active caves in
the world, with more then 90% of the cave still forming. The
cave is both a Natural/National Landmark. The Caverns has
many activities to keep you busy such as: Sluicing for gems,
exploring a nature trail, camping out, and guided tours.
Schlitterbahn - Schlitterbahn’s 65-acre
waterpark and resort complex features more than 40 rides and
family activities in six themed areas.
Diamond W Longhorn Ranch - Activities
include Chuckwagon Display, Cowboy Memorabilia, Old General
Store, Bull Head Roping, Boot Hill, Horseshoe Pitching,
Shoot An Old West Six Shooter, Washer Toss, Make Your own
Rope and Cow Chip Tossing.
Lady
Bird Johnson Wildflower Center - Imagine
a place where everything is in its place. A place where the
gardens, trails, and architecture celebrate the natural and
cultural heritage of the Texas Hill Country. A place where
people reconnect with the land and learn to appreciate the
natural beauty, economic value, and environmental necessity
of native plants. This place is the Lady Bird Johnson
Wildflower Center. |